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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1902
Page
4
J W Batts real estate agent advertises pasture land near city limits with water, price 15 per acre, plus one and a quarter acres near a southeast town schoolhouse, a small cottage with a well, a six room house and two lots four blocks from the main area, brick cistern, and city properties near Allen Avenue East front, railroad, and a tote near the schoolhouse at 100. Other city property also available.
Paris reports that European powers have not discussed the Venezuelan situation and will leave the United States to take the initiative. A French official says the U S is the sole intermediary capable of acting, with Spain to appoint a jurist as referee for France in the arbitration effort.
In Berlin officials view Castro's war talk as a test of Washington's stance and to rally unity at home. A cable from German envoy Baltazzi suggests the danger level may be overstated. Germany and Britain report only one ship damaged, none sunk, with plans to deploy Marines if needed.
A Caracas advisory reports government measures including trench work in the western mountains, recruitment of men age eighteen to fifty, and seizure of coal deposits and British railway cars. British and German subjects are freed from prison following ministerial intervention, and Bowen may act as arbitrator with Berlin and London through Washington.
London reports most Venezuela news reaching Britain passes through Washington based on Bowen's messages. The Foreign Office has not seen the replies Britain and Germany demanded after Venezuela’s claims via the U S consul at La Guayra, though it has received a copy of Cas proclamations.
Foreign office officials said they have not received any information that Venezuela asked Minister Bowen to act as arbitrator. They doubt the proposition was made and, if it were, arbitration at this stage would not be acceptable to Great Britain.
The Venezuelan government asks Britain and Germany to submit disputes over damages to arbitration. President Castro’s proposal will be presented by the U.S. State Department, but officials doubt a favorable response due to strained relations after Venezuela’s naval destruction and seizure actions.
New York December 12 Professor Henry Ward Rogers of Yale argues Britain and Germany have not violated the Monroe doctrine. He notes the United States has not claimed the right to intervene for South American protection and has repeatedly declined to interfere in such claims. La Guayra December 12 defense preparations rise on the heights behind the town as powder stores are moved. Enlistment surges while the harbor embargo on firms is lifted.
The foreign office in London informs the Associated Press it disclaims all responsibility for the sinking of Venezuelan vessels off La Guayra and attributes the incident entirely to German forces.
The Alabama Republican state convention in Selma adjourned after days in session. William J. Stephens of Calhoun was chosen chairman of the new state executive committee and John Mc Gee of Selma was elected secretary. The committee structure was set to five members per congressional district plus five for each district executive committee.
The report from the governor's board proposes the state construct a new centrally located water plant, estimating 151000 to install versus 177762 to buy and repair the old Austin plant, and urges avoiding purchase. A separate note from Fort Worth reports a Greer county Oklahoma farmer planning a colony of about 100 people to relocate to Mexico near Tampico next year with farms and local amenities.
The Detroit News Tribune recounts Santa Claus lamenting modern life. He recalls kinder, simpler days and complains of outdated fashions and gifts as he travels by bicycle, questioning what to give to girls and boys in the new era.
The Pittsburg Dispatch describes a Christmas Eve parade in Belgian towns featuring a long procession of children in color coded divisions white blue pink or yellow each with badges or ribbons and bearing relics while bands play carols. the sight of children in fantastic dress marching over flower strewn streets is called the prettiest part.
Austin reports John Small aged thirteen after confinement in the county jail drove violently insane. He was jailed on theft charges, the grand jury did not indict, and after release he was found insane and sent to the asylum.
New York December 12 A banking consolidation aligns the financial interests of Mutual Life Insurance and Equitable and Morton Trust. Directors of United States Bank voted to amalgamate with Western National Bank.
Clarksville Arkansas December 12 Circuit Judge Moose fixed February 5 1903 as the day for the execution of Geo Durham and Fred Underwood convicted of murder in the first degree for killing Sheriff John H Powers during a bank robbery attempt on February 5 1902 Sheriff Powers death occurred while stopping the robbery in Clarksville.
The New York Journal suggests brass candlesticks as appealing Christmas gifts. A pair of polished candlesticks adds distinction to any home, symbolizes thrift, and signals good taste. Genuine antique candlesticks with simple outlines are preferred over ornate modern ones.
St Louis report says John H Schentt Jer former member of the house of delegates was convicted of bribery in the suburb franchise deal and sentenced to four years in the penitentiary. It is the ninth boodler case disposed of to date.
In a bout at the Adelph club London, Spike Sullivan of Boston beat Bill Chester of London in the 14th round to win the $1000 purse and claim the light weight championship.
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