08 Mar 1900
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Newspaper
Connersville Curier
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1900
Page
1
The Fayetteville newspaper announces space for alligator drug store advertising and daily local happenings. It pledges thrifty prices and attractive premises to draw daily customers and hints at puzzles and witty content in future issues.
Washington March 8 The Senate committee on relations with Cuba authorized Chairman Platt to appoint a three member subcommittee to visit Cuba if feasible. The move aims to secure a report on conditions there while avoiding mandatory absence.
Washington March 8. The remains of six soldiers who died in Cuba were buried at Arlington cemetery with military honors. About 500 soldiers who died in Cuba rest there. Fort Myer officers led the simple services as a Protestant and Catholic clergyman read the burial prayers. Taps sounded and a volley was fired over the graves.
London reports cheering for the queen as Lord Roberts holds the line at Modder River and Osfontein. Boer positions retreat after a cavalry sweep. 50 British casualties including Lieut Keswick and Lieut Bailey. Steyn foresees Europe astonishment at Pretoria capitulation.
London notes mark a peak in royal visibility during the diamond jubilee as the Queen conducts a semi state drive from Paddington to Buckingham Palace and to St Pauls. The report highlights plans for an Ireland visit, seen as a bold gesture of devotion and sacrifice by the monarch.
In Oaxaca Mexico March report of a battle near Aguada between about 800 Maya Indians and 1000 government troops. Col Fernando Gonzalez led the government attack as Mayas, entrenched, were driven back. Thirty seven Indians killed, many wounded. three soldiers dead. Over 3000 guns abandoned by Mayas were recovered by government forces.
An official report to the Hinds county board of supervisors details a severe smallpox outbreak in the Jonesville area of Jackson Miss. over six weeks with high death rates, coffin shortages, and widespread devastation. Local doctors were authorized to purchase supplies and medicines to curb the spread.
Washington reports lift of Pennsylvanias Representative Harmer, the Father of the House, after a long career. He swore in speakers, guided committees, and influenced quietly. His desk mourned as the House adjourned out of respect.
The American liner Rhylond reported sighting the Norwegian ship Solheim abandoned and on fire since January 23. It was seen February 27 in latitude 45.49, longitude 388.11, twelve miles away. Lifeboat missions found signs of life as the blaze raged from stern to midship. The Solheim had been en route from Mobile to Fleetwood.
Two state Republican conventions met in Waco Texas on March 8 with a split delegation. One body was chaired by William Mc Donald and the other by Henry Ferguson, creating dual sessions.
A bomb was hurled through the window of Alfred Picard's Paris residence but did not explode. A female witness who saw two men light the fuse was attacked and severely treated by the pair.
Frankfort March 8 The reward bill for 100000 to pursue the Goe bel assassination was approved by Democratic Governor Beckham and became law. Commissioners tasked with using the fund met last night and began work on apprehending or convicting the assassin.
John Nilssen, world champion speed skater, lowered Baptie’s indoor record at Duquesne Garden last night by skating a mile in 2 minutes 54.5 seconds on the official lap track. Baptie’s former mark stood at 2 minutes 55.0 seconds.
March 7 report from Benson Arizona says a large Yaquitidian force is approaching the international line. Authorities warn troops to stay on standby ready for immediate field service to prevent any crossing into the United States.
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