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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1902
Page
2
The Scientific American argues for a Panama canal route citing geological stability, while Nicaragua is noted for seismic activity and volcanic eruptions nearby. The Daily Eagle traditionally supports Nicaragua though the argument seems less practical in light of the analysis.
The piece notes Cuban politicians harassing President Palma and army officers’ dissatisfaction with the government. It suggests Palma needs lessons in handling refractory officials and military figures.
Nathan Stubblefield of Murray Kentucky has invented a wireless telephony system using electrical currents in earth and water instead of atmospheric waves as in wireless telegraphy.
Report notes Sayers' illness persists but is not deemed serious. friends across the state express concern and wish for a quick recovery.
The Manila cholera record notes 5068 cases and 8292 deaths, drawing attention from an ecoffin manufacturer seeking data and market potential amid the outbreak.
The president has relented and ordered the Funeston gag removed during meals, ending a restrictive practice. The move shifts dining room protocol and signals a potential policy softening.
O. B. Colquitt appears poised to lead the race for railroad commission, with observers noting his track record and support network shaping early momentum.
At the Ohio state Republican convention in Cleveland on May 26 delegates and visitors arrive as Senator Hanna plans to join at Hollenden hotel. A platform prepared by Ohio senators and congressmen is being circulated, reportedly endorsing the national administration in broad terms with no Cuba reciprocity specifics. Philippines policy is endorsed with strong support for Governor General Taft.
London May 26 reports say no definite peace news was issued as Parliament reconvened. A. J. Balfour declined to forecast when the government might issue a statement. Some expect a proclamation of peace within hours after the next cabinet meeting, though no commitment was made.
In Fernie British Columbia on May 26 a mob of about 500 miners and citizens chased Provincial Policeman William Stevens who placed himself outside town limits. He said 260 miners were killed in Thursday night’s explosion. Reports now list 151 confirmed dead with 50 bodies recovered at the Crow's Nest coal mines.
Victoria B C May 26 Col Pryor reports from Fer nie that inspector A Dick notes 49 bodies recovered from three mines all near the west division where other bodies lie government agent Armstrong cites 40 bodies recovered about 60 still missing 24 escaped alive no fire in mine.
May 26 The senate opened and Mr. Gal linger of New Hampshire offered a resolution calling the judiciary committee to investigate lynching in the United States with a view to uncovering causes and suggesting remedies.
Mr Galligner said he introduced the resolution in full view of the fact that he might be charged with precipitating sectional controversy though nothing was further from his thoughts.
President Roosevelt told several visiting senators that he would sign the Indian appropriation bill after adjusting objections with special legislation. He still opposes a provision granting Florence Mining Co. exclusive rights to prospect for one year on mineral lands in the Uintah reservation, Utah.
Pottsville reports a continuous exodus of Anthracite strike workers since the start of the walkout. Many miners are leaving with families, intending to settle permanently in other coal fields or regions.
James J. Hill, president of Northern Securities, after inspecting Burlington terminals, left for St Paul and denied Wall Street reports that efforts were under way to compromise merger results.
Denver May 26 leaders of the Western Federation of Miners and the Western Labor union meet and declare for socialism and aim to form organized labor political parties across western states.
French battle ship Gaulois arrives in New York from Annapolis to attend the unveiling of the Rochambeau monument, escorted by the US battleships Kearsarge and Alabama and the cruiser Olympia.
Report from the House of Commons lobbies suggests that a peace proclamation may be followed by the repeal of the grain tax. The note ties political timing to fiscal policy shifts.
The uprising in Chili has concluded, yet some acts of looting and damage persist as authorities assess remaining disturbances and secure affected areas.
Dallas May 26 The Methodist general conference adopted a resolution to send an appeal through all bishops for aid for the storm sufferers at Goliad. New bishops Hos and Smith presided at the meeting and announced the plan.
The church announced episcopal assignments after ordinations at First Methodist Church. Bishops listed include Wilson in the First district with posts in Denver Pueblo Aug 28 and Missouri Chillicothe Sept 10, and many others across districts from Montana Butte Aug 28 to Baltimore Fredericksburg Va. March 25, detailing locations and dates through Dec 17.
In New York on May 26 the Presbyterian general assembly voted to hold the next session in Los Angeles California. A heated contest for the location featured Cleveland and Los Angeles with a mystery commissioner accusing a railroad of lobbying for California. The assembly also denied the Los Angeles presbytery’s request to grant Southern ministers the same retirement privileges as longtime church servants.
In Jackson on March 26 Oliver Lamar, sentenced to life for the murder of William Sanders, was released from the Mandenhall jail by a mob of friends early Sunday. Sheriff Magee dispatched several posses in pursuit, Lamar remains at large as the jail bars were pried from the outside.
Daniel Hill of Morris New Jersey a partner in the George H Phillips company on the Chicago Board of Trade was shot six times in bed at 797 Monroe Street early Sunday. Three bullets struck him as burglars were suspected in the attack.
Philadelphia jury finds Samuel Salter Joseph D Rogers Clarence Messer Harry McCabe and James T Seshan not guilty of ballot box stuffing tied to the November 1899 election. The defendants fled the state for two years, returning and surrendering recently.
Millard Lee, who shot and killed Miss Lilla Sutler in a Ben Hill church on Sunday, was captured near Austell, Ga. and jailed in Atlanta. He claimed the murder stemmed from an unrequited love and to end the suspense.
The Kirby residence was badly damaged by a boiler explosion during an addition. Engineer Harry Woodard and Assistant Engineer Charles Coghlan died. The family was uninjured. In Greenville, Jim Peddy’s examining trial for John Toombs’s death ended with no bail. Malcolm Harrison, accused as accessory, was released on bond.
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