16 Aug 1899
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1899
Page
1
A large Lexington convention opens today with an estimated four thousand attendees. Former Governor Brown arrives to an ovation, drawing notable attention as the event begins.
A large anti Goebel convention in Lexington will name a full state ticket. Dr W O Guerrant of Jessamine County replies he will accept nomination for Superintendent of Public Instruction. Notables including ex Governor John Young Brown arrive as leaders map the plan for the conference tomorrow.
The meeting lists Goebel as a contentious figure while Brown and Johnston lead for Governor and Lieutenant Governor. Others named include John C. Droege for Treasurer McKinzie Moss for Secretary of State and Dr E C Guerrant for Superintendent of Public Instruction. The plan aims to field a candidate for every state office and campaign across all counties.
The Bell County anti-Goebel delegation led by Hon. Charles W. Metcalf departed Middlesboro for Lexington tonight. They seek to place Metcalf on the ticket, if not as its head.
Transvaal defenders are supplied with Mauser rifles as tensions rise. The looming risk of conflict with England dominates discussions and headlines, signaling war anxieties across the region.
Pretoria August 15 The Executive Council ended its session at noon and ordered the release of Mau sere in exchange for Martin Henry rifles. A large crowd gathered for the arms as talk of war with Britain looms, with burghers likely to be consulted before drastic steps.
The daughter of Henry M Taber, former First Presbyterian Church leader, has suppressed his book Faith or Fact in favor of agnosticism. He held a half interest in the work, which was given to a Colonel Ingersoll relative, but the heiress retained copyright and ordered destruction of the plates. About 1,000 copies remain.
Johannesburg reports the Transvaal government is buying all mules offered, paying up to 20 pounds per animal. The move aims to bolster livestock and transport capabilities amid regional needs.
The State Department reports Ambassador Cambon telexed that an international congress of public assistance and private beneficence will meet in Paris from July 30 to August 5, 1900. France will be officially represented and foreign governments are urged to send delegates to discuss aid for childhood infirm and incurables, the able bodied poor, and work provision for the sick.
Bishop Samuel Fallows announced that if his plans succeed, Chicago will host the world’s most renowned pulpit speakers on October 8 for the festival’s closing. He said invitations have gone out to famous churchmen from every state and Europe, with acceptances from noted Protestant and Catholic leaders.
Robert Crawlera shot Ed Carlisle after being refused credit for meat in Lawrenceburg Kentucky. Carlisle suffered a badly shattered right hand but friends intervened to save his life. Crawford was arrested.
Herman H. Kassing of Indianapolis was arrested on burglary charges after his sister Mrs. Mary Vahley observed him entering her house from the woodshed and noticed money missing during a series of recent incidents. He was caught in the act this morning while searching bedding for cash.
London reports Major General Sir William Francis Butler is recalled from command in South Africa after Boer sympathies alleged. Sir Frederick Walker named to replace him as Commander in Chief and will travel to London Thursday for final instructions.
A Philippine tale from The Bulletin reports prisoners from the Yorktown and others held by Filipinos near San Isidro endured starvation beating and disease. Letters secreted under stones describe suffering and pleas for aid, with a Spaniard delivering them to General Lawton and a prisoner list naming J C Gilmore W Wilson P Vaudeville and others.
Emperor Nicholas issues an imperial order to the Russian finance minister announcing Talien Wan as a free port for the treaty period and plans to erect a new city near the harbor. He cites Sino-Russian rail links and widened Asia-Europe trade as benefits of the arrangement.
In Columbus on August 15 two ministers Dr George W Arnold of Dayton and Rev Griffith of Worthington will attend Bruno Kirves Darton murderers electrocution. A new strapless fastening system using ankle knee wrist and elbow hooks with ratchets replaces strangled straps. Governor Bushnell faces a petition for commutation from Columbus citizens and Dayton officials claim the reprieve is unlikely. Former Dayton representative Charles Bosler says Kirves was likely insane from drink.
Washington notes the Transvaal crisis is critical though no formal U S reaction has emerged. Consul Charles Macrum at Pretoria has reported on commerce but not politics while Consular Agent J H Manion at Johannesburg has not been heard from since appointment. Admiral Hoskinson’s return may clarify American interests and movements in Pretoria and Johannesburg.
Daniel Ward, born August 15 1799 in Wichford England, turned 100 today two miles from Princeton Indiana. He arrived in America in 1833, settled in Vanderburg County and moved to his homestead in 1835. He has thirteen children and fifty three descendants, and recalls knowing Lincoln during visits to Princeton's old grist mill. Over four hundred guests attended his birthday celebration. He has never been sick a day and uses tobacco for over eighty years.
William Pitt Tyler was named Chief of Police by Oliver M. Evans, replacing Macey Walcott who was removed. Walcott refused to resign, marking a final move in Columbus city adminstration’s internal reforms after a Council impeachment attempt against Dusenbury. Tyler previously served as sergeant under the prior Republican administration.
Packers at the Union Stockyards increased meat prices citing higher demand and export sales. Steaks rose from eighteen to twenty one or twenty two cents a pound. primes are hard to obtain and supply has fallen while demand grows. Hams now cost three to four cents more per pound.
The Russian Bible revision under the czar includes the emperor and his officials in the fifth commandment. A variant reads honoring father and mother now extends to the Emperor and his officials to prolong days.
Special Cable reports London dawned with the claim that a man named Glover razed the Hill of Tara, the ancient seat where Irish kings were crowned for a thousand years. His search for the Ark of the Covenant within the hill was unsuccessful.
Official reports from Canton say 500 Chinese soldiers fought 1000 robbers at Corkon on the West River. The robbers won killing 250 soldiers. A 2000-strong force has sailed from Canton toward the scene.
Bert Harrod son of A Harrod the Allen County Recorder under liquor fired two shots at his father at 6 p m last night the bullets lodged in the dining room wall He was arrested and jailed It is believed drinking has affected his mind and a lunacy examination will likely follow The Harrod family is prominent in Lima and Allen County.
Alexander Winton plans a 1100 mile dawn trip from Cleveland to Chicago to prove a horseless carriage can carry messages in war times. He expects six days for the run and aims to relay a message to General Merritt about Governor's Island. General Miles supports the project and shows interest in the results.
A Macao newspaper reports France has occupied San Chau Island west of Macao to assert its claim to Kwantung territory in case of China’s partition. The report places the action at the Canton River’s southwest entrance, reflecting tensions over regional control.
A special committee led by Mc Guire and Cross reports no falsifications in Columbus street assessment books. They deny any serious errors or wrongdoing and say nothing is wrong with the records after their inspection.
President Schurman of the Philippine Commission has not contacted the State Department since moving to San Francisco. Officials say he will report personally to the President, traveling to Harrisburg, with Secretary Hay present for a possible new conference.
Special Cable reports from Bombay that in the Bombay presidency there were 450 deaths attributed to the plague during the past week. Authorities continue measures to curb the outbreak across affected districts.
Vienna Aug 15 August Moselig a government railroad official arrested on charges of stealing emergency mobilization plans confessed he sold them to Ziborowski for 20 florins. Ziborowski fled without paying, allegedly passing the plans to agents of France and Russia.
Admiral Dewey remains indisposed and is visited by officials as the Olympia's departure for Florence is postponed. Leghorn reports the delay affects plans and notes the admiral's condition and ongoing medical care.
London August 15 The companionship of the Order of St Michael and St George has been conferred upon E B Maxse a British Consul at Samoa for his services in the region.
The Labrador reports an unprecedented ice floe barrier along the coast from the northern extremity to the Straits of Belle Isle. The stoppage delays five days and threatens cod fishing, while complicating ocean steamer routes via the Straits.
Seven thousand dollars in bank bills were stolen from the Canadian Pacific Railway station at Joliette Quebec last night. This marks the third robbery in three years with earlier thefts of 6000 and 3200 dollars and a subsequent station fire to cover the crime.
Whitecaps terrorize black families around Phoenix and Greenwood in South Carolina. Governor McSweeny was asked to intervene but could not come. A strong posse forms as hundreds of Negroes flee farms and seek shelter. work halts across a large area.
The Basle congress assembles with about 300 attendees including Americans and English. Dr. Herzl presides and cites seeking a Turkish charter for Palestine settlements and praises Emperor William for accepting a Jewish deputation in Jerusalem. A parallel Zionist women’s congress is led by Mrs. Gottheil of New York.
Indianapolis Aug 15 Manufacturers in the gas belt plan to mass produce glass pipes for water and gas mains to prevent electrolysis. Studies show iron pipes near trolley lines corrode in about three years, and in five years most city piping may be ruined.
An Irish party wrecked a Methodist church in Londonderry while opponents stoned the Catholic chapel. The mayor issued a proclamation empowering military officers as magistrates. More soldiers and police were deployed as authorities attempt to restore order. A cart sent to clear road debris was stormed and emptied by women.
In Belfast on August 15 there was significant rioting in the Catholic quarter. Police faced stone throwing as windows and street lamps were smashed in the clashes that erupted this evening.
Captain Dreyfus reports the subject is now safe and writes two warm letters to him expressing relief and continued support. The communications underscore a stabilizing turn after a period of peril.
In Rennes M Labori, wounded in an anti Jewish riot episode linked to the Dreyfus affair, is moved to Prof Bach’s residence and doctors report potential recovery but warn against court return. Dreyfus aides seek adjournment, while pockets of Labori’s coat are rifled and a wallet stolen though important papers remain. Police hunt the suspected attacker as anti Dreyfus sentiment grows.
Paris reports the arrest warrant for M Guerin, head of the Anti Semite League, now outlawed after barricading with about forty allies in league offices. Authorities avoid force, offering Guerin surrender or self imprisonment while leaders urge restraint and discussions continue with police prefect Lepine and diplomat Stevenson. Continued on second page.
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