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Newspaper
Columbia Herald
Location
Columbia, Tennessee, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1900
Page
7
Dobbins Ewing offer large stocks of cooking and heating stoves with discounts up to 25 percent. They feature Majestic and Columbia ranges, No. 7 box stoves for 10.00, air tight wood and coal burners, decorated china and porcelain patterns, varied furniture, lamps, beds, and seating. Visit the elevator to view second floor stock.
The Chinese imperial court has failed to return to Pekin after a week of pressure from the powers. Viceroys Liu Kun Yih and Chang Chih Tung relayed the message via St. Petersburg on October 4. Fear of allied forces and potential epidemics, plus ongoing disturbances by Boxer rebels, keep the court in Shen Si as ministers weigh punishment and negotiation prospects.
A certificate of incorporation for the Exchange Telegraph Co has been filed with Hudson County and the secretary of state in Trenton. Authorized stock totals 5 million dollars, 50 000 shares of 100 dollars each. The firm aims to transmit and sell all kinds of news nationwide and operate tickets for market quotations transmission.
Washington dispatch notes Havana sees higher yellow fever activity than since 1597 with nine deaths in weeks ending September 15 and 22, plus 49 deaths in August. Comparisons show mortalities lower this year than in some past periods, but high death rates linked to unacclimated soldiers and growing unacclimated population in Havana.
New York reports the Morgan Line steamer El Monte collided with the British steamer Rappahannock off latitude 27.40 longitude 74.53. Dense fog shrouded the moment. El Monte’s bow was stove in with plates bent, a sail hung over the bow to keep water out. Damage to the Rappahannock is not disclosed. El Monte steamed toward Cape Henry after the incident.
Pittsburgh Valve Foundry and Construction Co formed with 1 100 000 capital to operate blast furnace and steel mill steam fitters and pipe benders. Expansion of Pittsburgh steam fitters business extends from near New York and east of the Mississippi to the entire country. operations to begin in November.
A fierce rain storm with a heavy electrical display swept the upper Mississippi valley Friday night. Farmers suffer major loss as sows are affected and rivers Chippewa and Black rise sharply. Water will soon reach the Mississippi, though the timing harms logging operations.
October pork futures surged to 17 dollars per barrel amid a sharp rise from 14 the day before. The market advanced in half dollar steps from opening near 14.25, with later figures showing a notable jump. Also noted are sailings of Kruger and associates to Europe, including plans for Brussels residence.
The Bryan presidential campaign stopped in Plainfield and Greencastle with talks to students at DePauw University. He warned against trusts, urged liberty for the Philippines, and contrasted Democratic plans with Republican no plans. An alderman proposed taxing telephones and telegraphs $5 per pole for city revenue.
Southern Railway offers double daily service from Nashville to eastern cities via Chattanooga and Asheville. First train leaves Nashville 9:30 p m for Washington arriving 16:42 a m, then Baltimore Philadelphia New York with dining and Pullman cars from Nashville to New York. Second train departs 3:30 p m with Chattanooga connection to Washington Baltimore Philadelphia and New York, featuring Pullman sleeping cars and day coaches. Apply at nearest ticket agent.
A Washington letter notes Chinese on the diplomatic corps are more progressive than Europeans in adopting American habits. The Chinese minister is the first among his peers to own an automobile, with Turkey's representative quickly following suit. Both engage in fashionable afternoon drives, signaling contemporary mobility trends among diplomats.
J L Welch leaves Louisville & Nashville for Birmingham to head North and South and Birmingham Mineral divisions. T E Brooks moves from Florence to succeed Welch, with John Rose named Florence general. W B Milam to fill Columbia dispatch post. Promotions praised. Rose and Milam praised for railroading skill and merit.
Rival candidates for congress in Illinois First district are Mann and Organ. The Kentucky Eleventh district two years ago featured White as Republican and Black as Democratic candidate.
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