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Newspaper
Corydon Democrat
Location
Corydon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1899
Page
2
A severe blizzard grips the capital as snows pile high and streets freeze. Congress faces disruption with schools closed and coal deliveries blocked while residents seek heat and shelter amid power and transport shortages.
The American Canadian joint high commission adjourned in Washington to meet in Quebec on August 2 unless date changes. Six months of work yielded progress on many questions including lumber and the Alaska boundary dispute which Canada seeks concessions on while the United States resists. A few months’ pause is hoped to improve harmony and prospects for agreement.
The House passed a twenty million dollar appropriation to Spain connected with the Paris treaty despite procedural objections. A point of order challenged the move, and a roll call yielded a 34 to 31 vote with thirty one Democrats, two Populists, and one Silver Republican opposing the measure.
Admiral Schley, allowed by the Naval Department, presents his defense to charges of disobeying orders during the Ci en Cu erg harbor survey before sailing to Santiago. He also offers his version of the pivotal July 3 sea engagement in American naval history.
Fiery Lebate dominates discussions as Spanish Cortes convenes amid disorder fears. The opening session sees uproar over wartime leadership with calls to shoot surrendering generals. Rivera Werler Blanco Linares and Céra cited as failures, sparking expulsions from galleries.
A Washington dispatch notes that Britain remains the United States leading customer, but U S sales to the United Kingdom in 1898 were 85 0 01 0 7 while imports from Britain reached 111 063 600, showing a fivefold imbalance in favor of Britain. other items include Cuba and Haiti trips for Alger and Senate committees, a Manila cable incident opinion, telephone usage debates in government, and a playful rabbit’s foot mail gift to the President.
The piece argues the Democratic party will likely win a majority of electoral votes and control of the House next year. It critiques corporate and trust power, contrasts Republican wartime praise with unresolved issues, and endorses reform while condemning army administration practices under Alger, Eagan and beef contractors.
Twenty trusts were incorporated in a single day in Trenton New Jersey with capitals from 32000000 to 50000. The trusts targeted whisky milk butter cheese gas and electric night power and heat. The piece argues this surge tests the law against trusts and criticizes Attorney General Griggs for deeming the law a dead letter.
The piece argues that corporations with massive capital threaten citizen rights and dominance over industry. It urges the Democratic party to unite against monopolies and the single gold standard, advocate joint silver and gold standards, and oppose protective tariffs seen as tax bias. It warns Republicans are aligned with market power and calls for platform reform to empower the many.
A Columbus Post editorial warns that actual hostilities between American troops in the Philippines and native insurgents are likely, criticizing inconsistent policy toward independence for Cuba and the Philippines. It urges civic support for rapid war termination while blaming the administration for future costs.
Rebels torched much of Manila in a night attack as American troops battled fires and insurgent snipers. Seven Minnesota soldiers wounded. majority of the city damaged. Visayan leaders pledge support and offer 100000 Visayans to fight Tagalogs.
A collage of brief notes on prominent figures from politics and society. Admiral Schley and the queen admiral of Greece are highlighted, with remarks on ex governor Taylor’s pardons, Rep Simpson’s early career, and various connections to Lincoln era figures. The items mix personal histories, career notes, and quirky anecdotes about political figures and public servants.
The article notes 4 985 world paper mills producing 930 000 tons annually with about half used for printing including 300 000 tons for newspapers. Government offices, schools, commerce and private letters consume notable shares, while 270 000 workers are employed two thirds women. It also mentions President McKinley's remark on wearing a black tie.
The piece reports advocates propose annexing Canada through peaceful means, arguing for wise statesmanship. It also advertises Lostetter's Stomach Bitters as a reliable remedy for digestive issues.
J. H. McCarthy son of Justin McCarthy lectured in this country on Omar Khayyam. After a Brooklyn lecture a listener thanked him for his exposition and said he never before knew the difference between Omar Khayyam and Hunyadi Janos.
Ad promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for scrofula and blood poisoning. Testimonies claim full remission after using the tonic, with details from Mrs J T Williams of Carbondale and Mia S Worren of Farmington describing cured skin conditions and improved health.
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