Quay Case Vote Debated in Senate Action Report
Washington April 4. The senate began considering the Quay seat dispute with proceedings at 4 oclock. The vote on striking the word not from the resolution to declare Quay not entitled to his seat was taken, and the tally stood 23 in favor of the motion.
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Washington
Senate
Chandler Quay
Quay
Leeuw Kop
Warwickshire
Welsh
Dickson
Pole-Carew
Dep Sprult
Tle
Dewet
French
Colored Ticket Sale Discounts on Furniture and More
A newspaper notice announces a colored ticket sale offering discounts on furniture on the third floor and goods in the basement including china, glassware, and hardware. Tickets colored red white or blue indicate eligible discounts with marked prices such as 20 representing potential savings from five to ten dollars on selected items.
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Montana
Fine Steel Ranges At Pig Iron Prices
Hennessys store hawks 120 Perfect Steel Ranges at low figures. Ranges are cold rolled steel, well braced and riveted to resist warping. Duplex grate saves fuel, with water attachment options, nickel trimmings, enamel finish, and extra large flues. Four sizes offered with complete features and set prices from 29.50 to 42.50.
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Hennessy
Conan Eac
Boers Strong in Wepener and Denetsdorp Actions
War Bulletin from Pretoria reports Boer forces under Cronje and De Wet attacking British positions near Wepener and Denetsdorp. Casualties include British losses with prisoners, while boer forces claim hard fighting and tactical retreats. Telegraph notes rapid movements toward Basutoland frontier and ongoing efforts to blunt British advances in the Orange Free State region.
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Pretoria
Wepener
Kopje
Boshoy
Cronje
St. Helena
London
Orange Free State
Rundle
Denetsdorp
Brabant and
Hart
Basutoland
French
Pole-Carew
Bloemfontein
Dentsdorp
Lord Roberta
Alderson
Leeuw Kop
Donnkerpoort
Canadian Mounted Infantry
War Ended Hope At San Diego Boer Sympathizers Meet
In San Diego on April 24 a meeting of 1200 Boer sympathizers adopted resolutions urging the United States to intervene and use good offices to bring an end to the war.
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San Diego
Cal
United States
Crippled El Salto Reaches Norfolk After Burning Ship
The Spanish steamer El Salto limped into Norfolk with a damaged hull after burning most of its woodwork to reach a coaling port. From Hiol March 21 with manganese ore valued at 300000 dollars, the crew exhausted coal supplies and storm damage forced the captain to abandon masts rails decks and furniture to keep the ship afloat and anchored in the harbor.
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Norfolk
Loudo
Rio
Queenstown
Philadelphia
Hiol
Hatteras
Paralyzed by the flood in Mississippi and Louisiana
A Mississippi flood update reports the Pearl River three miles wide at Jackson the widest on record and land visibility from the state capitol absent. Rail lines crippled include three major carriers while Mobile & Ohio and Alabama Great Southern operate daily trains to Birmingham. Louisiana traffic also paralyzed with boat transfers and heavy crop losses expected across both states.
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Chicago
Chronicle
Meridan
Miss
Mississippi
Peral
Jackson
State Capitol
Mobile & Ohio
Alabama Great Southern
Birmingham
the Chronicle
New Orleans
Louisiana
Texas & Pacific Railroad
Baton Rouge Junction
Committee approves Faraker resolution on Porto Rico governance
Washington April 24. House proceedings show Mr Cooper steering a Faraker resolution to sustain the current military administration in Porto Rico pending civil officers under the civil government act. Insular affairs adds two amendments regulating franchises and charters. Debate and a lengthy ruling on germane amendments follow before resuming post office appropriation discussion.
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Washington
Post Office
Cooper
Committee of Insular Affairs
Foraker
Porto Tico
Insular Affairs Committee
Hill
Conn
Henderson
Williams
Trinota
Porto Rico
Moody
Massachusetts
Richardson
Hart iett Sinclair Testifies Amid Fracas in Court
In Washington on April 24 Hart iett Sinclair testified on the stand in the Couer d Alene Investigation. Attorney Robertson, representing the miners, sprang at Sinclair aiming a blow to his face. Several congressmen intervened and separated Robertson and Sinclair.
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Washington
Couer d'Alene
Hartiett Sinclair
Robertson
Sinclair
Conag
Work of the Senate Opens in Early Session
Washington April 4 The day began with Hon M S Quay in the clerk's care. A large number of senators were present when the session opened and many people filled the chamber. The opening hour was comparatively early as proceedings commenced.
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Washington
Quay Seat Showdown as Senate Debates Appointments
In the galleries a resolution by Mr. Culberson passed demanding the president inform the senate of commissions created since March 4 1895 relating to foreign relations of U S territories. Quay seating remains tied to constitutional arguments with Penrose McCumber Lindsay and others offering opposing views on executive appointments and vacancy filling.
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Ople
Culberson
Senate
United States
Secretary of War
Quay
Penrose
McCumber
Muay
Lindsay
Atate
Bad washouts as rain floods Yellowstone bridges
Continuous rain in Billings Montana has left the Yellowstone River bridge three feet below the last spring high water mark. Laurel reports the Yellowstone bridge nearby badly damaged this morning with half washed out. Repairs will be arranged immediately for the $10,000 newly built span.
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Billings
Mont
Yellowstone River
Views of Committeemen Anticommunist era?
Following is a summary of replies from 28 Democratic national committeemen to questions on campaign issues and candidates. Anti imperialism and anti trust led, Chicago platform reaffirim, Dewey hurting Bryan, Bryan by acclamation, Admiral Schey for VP, various named figures each with one vote.
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New York
Democratic National
Bryan
Admiral Schey
Cummings
Sulzer
van Wyck
Williams
Pattison
Daniel
Chicago Plumbers Strike Raises Labor War Tension
Chicago April 24 journeymen plumbers vote unanimously to strike after a four hour meeting ending early this morning. About 225 workers will walk out affecting big projects including Marshall Fields. President Thomas Clinch of the Plumbers union cites intent to force contractors to arbitrate and resume union work.
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Chicago
Marshall Fields
Thomas Clinch
Plumbers’ Union
Fio
Th’ Building Contractors Reoad
President McKinley Receives Warm Welcome in Panton
President and Mrs. McKinley and party arrived at Panton Ohio April 24 to a large crowd. Cheer rose as they stepped from the train and they proceeded to the home of M C Barber for a several days visit.
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Panton
Ohio
Japanese Floods Prompt U S Inquiry Into Japanese Arrivals
April 24 report says the treasure department sent a special agent to the Pacific coast to investigate a large influx of Japanese workers. Authorities fear some entrants may be contracted laborers seeking to work in the United States, prompting heightened scrutiny.
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Washington
Pacific
United States
Two Expensive Fires in Midwest Mills and Factory
Falitpownt Indiana April 4 Fire destroyed the Witton and McCullough jar factory with a loss of 150,640 and 70,000 insurance. April 24 at Al o Michigan a sew and mill suffered a blaze causing 6,000 to 100,000 in damages and chaos.
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Falitpownt
Ind
Witton & McCullough
Rane
Alo
Michigan
Clark Will Resign Before Senate Agts
New York April 4 The Herald reports William A Clark of Montana will resign his U S Senate seat. A prepared communication to whom he will inform the Senate has been readied and could be presented this afternoon or held until later. He plans to withdraw and seek the people’s vote of confidence before returning to Washington.
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New York
the Herald
Wm. A. Clark
Montana
United States Senate
Senate
Clarke
Washington
Ohio Republican State Convention to Open with Delegates Chosen
Columbus April 24 at 4 PM the Ohio Republican State Convention will convene with the nomination of an alternate slate and the selection of at large delegates to Philadelphia. Temporary Chairman RR Nevin of Dayton will address the gathering, praising party promises fulfilled since 1896 and defending the administration and the Philippine and Porto Rico policies amid debates within the party. Senator Hanna will not be a delegate, and Ohio’s McKinley legacy is cited as proof of continued prosperity and expansion.
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Columbus
Ohio
Philadelphia
Haima
RR. M. Nevin
Dayton
Grover Cleveland
Republican Party
Willison McKinley
St. Louis
Spain
Paris
Philippines
United States of America
Unis
Philippine Islands
United States
Porto Rico
Ing
Democratic Party
Ben
Tte
Chicago
Ita
Transports for Manila and San Francisco to sail
Transports Warren to dock today then begin loading at Manila dock for the Philippines. The steamer will carry about one third as many men as expected to sail. Westminster and Autec re chartered to carry credit to Manila.
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San Francisco
Warren
Manila
Philippines
Westminster
Autec
Claims Must Be Settled Constantinople Telegrams
Constantinople April 24 reports telegrams from the Turkish minister at Washington regarding ongoing claims. The note mentions All Feorough as part of the communication.
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Constantinople
Washington
Feorough
Town Burned and Fire Destroys Panuca Mexico Trade Hub
A dispatch from San Antonio reports Panuca Mexico, an important east coast trading town, has been entirely burned. The blaze devastates the locality with significant economic impact and unverified remnant effects.
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St. Louis
The
Globe-Democrat
San Antonio
Dex
Panuca Mexico
Mexico
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Epson
Lord Penryhn
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