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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1899
Page
6
Chronicle notes fires accidents and crimes across regions with disturbed scenes. Supposed figures include an official named Auer Sehenek and others linked to a contentious construction project where several buildings were demolished and pursuit of responsibility followed.
Nebraska Senator Hinaward died at his residence in Nebraska City after a sudden illness. The Populist Governor’s provision to fill the Senate vacancy follows the death, with legislative action anticipated before winter ends.
A work train en route to Newark collided with a westbound freight two miles west of Mansfield Oliv. One man was killed and four injured, one fatally. FR Woodard of Newark, conductor of the work train, was killed leaving a wife and children. Harry Peter of Newark, engineer, was fatally injured. Firemen on each truck and a brakeman on the work train were among the injured.
Gen. Young engaged the enemy near Narhacan twelve miles south of Vieda and drove them into the mountains. About six hundred Spanish and American prisoners escaped from the insurgents and are thought to be with American troops. One American was killed and twelve wounded. Twenty five dead were left behind.
General J G Gordon, long-time Commander in Chief of the Confederate Veterans of America, voiced sympathy for soldiers serving under the United States flag. He indicated no desire to quit the battle and affirmed steadfast support for the nation’s cause, despite criticism.
Report states General Woods will be appointed governor after promotion to major general. President McKinley allegedly plans to keep control of the island while General Ward governs the whole. Officials expect a movement to push Woods' Senate confirmation.
Report from Cape Town states the Transvaal Government still refuses to acknowledge US rights to interfere over prisoners in Pretoria. It insists Britain must question through Commandant General Joubert.
Lourenzo Marques dispatch reports General Joubert has left the Est court, now aims to blow up the Colenso bridge with a large cattle herd, intending to concentrate forces around Ladysmith.
The Cabinet discussed the instability of Porto Rican currency and recommended Congress establish a peso equal to 8 cents in United States money.
George N. Treyl, 52, was burned to death in his Philadelphia shop while asleep. Heyl's body was found leaning at the front door as authorities believe he tried to escape but was overcome by smoke. He was described as burned almost to a crisp.
Modder River dispatch reports Col Kekewich says Kimberley is provisioned for forty days, forage for thirty days, and has ample water, ensuring sustainment during the siege.
R G Dun and Co reports a dramatic year over year drop in failures over four weeks, with total failures 48,590 at the period versus 8,119,470 in the prior year and 11,510,195 in 1897. Clearing-house exchange volumes rose 22.5 percent from last year. Wheat and corn markets show weakness with reduced exports. a note on a near-drowning incident involving Mrs Ida Washburn and two children ends with police custody and a stated seeking of forgiveness.
Two women armed with revolvers confronted medium Menough in Prof. E. S. Me couch studio in Cleveland. Me couch allegedly wrote on a slate under a table as others claim a sleight of hand transferred messages from a spirit named Mars. Broombaugh and his sister and husband linked to the plot.
A southbound Los Angeles passenger train No 2 collided with a freight near Isheta N Mo injuring about twenty persons The freight was reportedly on the mining line and a flagman warned the passenger train while the engineer disputes responsibility The caboose and several freight cars were badly demolished.
Gen Sanger announces completion of the Cuban census from Matanzas and says a cable to Secretary Root carries the news. He states the next task will be a census of Porto Rico.
The Samoan Islands partition treaty was signed at the State Department in Washington with little ceremony, the article notes. The signing formalized the division arrangement among parties involved.
Private L. Y. Merritt of Battery D Third Artillery commits suicide in San Francisco by shooting himself in the head. Merritt enlisted in Indianapolis last April as the report notes. Secretary Long recommends building eighteen new warships in the navy in his annual report.
A steamer from Australia brings details of a white man and four black boys killed and eaten by locals described as cannibals on Sta Andrew Island in the Admiralty group. The report notes prior trading tensions with Germans Metzke and Malte and a fatal ambush tied to a failed island purchase.
After a two year strike at Mount Waldo quarries in Frankfort Maine owners Pierce Brothers face continued dispute over granite supply. Workers celebrate a win as production delays ease and labor costs are reportedly settled. A separate rail collision near Wabash caused one death and injuries. A New York hotel fire damaged the roof structure, valued at about 2000 dollars. The Addison pipe case at the Supreme Court ruled against a pipe trust.
Firefighters battling a blaze in Chicago’s lumber district are swept from a shed roof by falling debris as flames advance. One fireman killed, one injured, two unhurt. smoke blinded crews. Other items report Union Pacific wreck near Bushel Nebraska injuring fifteen. legal cases. Porto Rico trade figures. and wage hike for Fall River cotton workers.
Charles J. Clarke a prominent millionaire and philanthropist died from brain concussion after being thrown from his road wagon near Pittsburg He was 66 years old Sen Hayward dies in Nebraska City of apoplexy while addressing a Modern Woodmen picnic assembly at Brownsville Neb on Aug 15 his strength declined after the attack
Seven robbers entered Cornell Indiana and used nitroglycerin to blow open the Cornell Bank safe, securing over 5000 dollars in cash and valuable papers.
J W Nolan a Chicagoan who opened a saloon in Waverly New York found a five franc coin hollowed with a bank slip. The slip paid $11500 with interest, linked to Napoleon Bonaparte’s 1813 issue to boost 5 franc coins. The discovery came after Nolan noticed the coin’s date and followed a French banking house lead.
Grins Cooper & Co wholesale grocers on Third and Wacanta streets St Paul sustained a fire causing about 150000 in damage. The blaze started on the second floor from an unknown cause and was covered by insurance. This follows a prior loss of around 400000 in November last.
Evidence accumulates suggesting John Webster husband of Nellie McFenary heiress ended his life in the Niagara rapids above the cataract. Signs point to business troubles as a motive.
The report lists cattle hogs sheep and grain prices by city including Chicago Indianapolis St Louis Cincinnati Detroit Toledo Milwaukee Buffalo New York with bid ranges for cattle hogs and sheep and for wheat corn oats rye butter and eggs noting No 2 grades and regional variations in prices and grades. It serves as a vintage commodity snapshot across major markets.
Utah Representative elect James L. Roberts faced a House vote to deprive him of his seat. A nine member special committee was appointed to investigate charges, as Roberts vowed to appeal to the Supreme Court if needed. The chamber, largely hostile, observed the roll call and Roberts left the Capitol quietly for his hotel afterward.
The Republican Senate Finance Committee releases a currency measure detailing a gold standard and dollar definition at twenty five and eight tenths grains of gold nine tenths fine. It calls for redemption of greenbacks in gold coin, a large reserve fund, and bond issuance to back it. The Senate would allow banks to issue notes up to bond collateral value while easing circulation taxes. differences with the House include bond treatment and gold silver exchange powers.
Frisco officials show weariness over troop repatriation from the Philippines. Reported incidents include deaths of Rowland East, an American and British Consul, FPinra, Peru, and Edgar Hill, L H St L Railroad traffic manager, in Louisville.
Washington report details opening of the LVIth Congress. Henderson of Iowa elected Speaker after rival bids from Richardson Bell Newlands. Senate mourns Vice President Hobart delaying the President's message. oath taken for new members. A 7 million name petition protests Roberts seating is briefly reviewed.
Judge Chambers of Alabama and Chief Justice for Samoan declares satisfaction with the settlement of the Samoan question. He adds that England Germany and the United States stand together and are invincible in war or commerce.
The minister of justice in Santo Domingo stopped the sale of the late President Heureauxs real estate, ruling the properties belong to the Government. Meanwhile Buddhists plan to build a temple in San Francisco, taking steps toward construction.
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