One Hundred Years Gala Day in Washington
Washington marks the centennial of the federal government with a grand celebration. President McKinley hosts a morning reception for governors and dignitaries, followed by a public parade from the White House to the Capitol and joint congressional exercises.
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State canvass completes count. amendments and judges reviewed
The state canvassing board finished the official election tally. Constitutional amendment supported 7684 to 4265 with a 4424 majority. district judge results show Cheadle ahead by 241 in the Tenth district, Pooyman by 162 in the Sixth. Governor Smith will organize a Montana exhibit for the Pan American exposition after a meeting with nine commissioners. In other news, Kennedy started trial for shooting Gus Leinbach on the Blackfoot reservation. Frank Baker pleaded guilty to unlawfully trading with Indians on Fort Belknap. Mrs. Aspling pleads not guilty and is continued. David Parry of Butte is discharged as bankrupt.
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Blackfoot
Vaccinate a Million New York City Plan Expands
In response to recent smallpox cases in New York City the health department doubles vaccinators and extends outreach to upscale apartments and private dwellings. By week’s end officials expect over one million Manhattan residents vaccinated, aiming to quell fear within three to four weeks.
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Agree On Terms At Last In China Note Talks
London December 12 negotiations by the powers on the China note ended satisfactorily. All parties accepted the terms outlined by Count von Buelow on November 19 with one change removing the introductory irrevo cable clause.
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China
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Germany
War Office Moves as Kitchener Reports Boer Action
London dispatches say Lord Kitchener carries the war office from Pretoria and another report from Helvetia notes a running clash with General De Wet as Boer forces move toward Reddersburg where a British column may join others. Barberton engagements yield three British dead, five wounded and 13 captured. prisoners later released. Boers raid Riverton railway station on December 11 and are pursued.
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Americans at Yildiz palace dinner in Constantinople
Constantinople December 11 reports that only Americans attended the Yildiz palace dinner. The sultan sat with the grand vizier and US charge d affairs Griscom, exhibiting unusual cordiality toward Captain Colby M. Chester of the Kentucky. His friendliness aims to show Smyrna visit caused no irritation. A contract clause about ammunition supply for a Turkish cruiser is under discussion but deemed unimportant.
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Turkey
Argentine Flour Trade Sparks Brazilian Duty Talk
A Buenos Aires dispatch reports the American minister in Rio de Janeiro asking Brazil to raise the duty on Argentine flour. Argentine exporters urge their minister to block the legislation, while former minister Guia Mora says Argentina’s flour is stronger than the US and fears no competition.
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Washington
Royal Canadians Coming Home From South Africa
Liverpool December 12 The British steamer Lake Champlain sailed for Halifax with Companies A B and T of the Royal Canadian regiment aboard the contingent that has spent about a fortnight in England on its way home from South Africa.
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Chinese question solved by German ambassador in Washington
Washington dispatch quotes Herr von Hollebin saying the Chinese issue is resolved at vital level with remaining work on details. Germany backs open ports and free access to Orient trade, while protecting treaty rights. US and Germany share cordial ties, trade interests may clash on regulations, but overall Atlantic commerce remains reciprocal.
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Germany
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Philippines
Orient
El Paso and Rock Island Railway Extension Filed
Incorporation articles filed at Santa Fe New Mexico for the El Paso and Rock Island railway from Carrizozo Lincoln county to Santa Rosa Guadalupe county to connect with the Chicago and Northwestern and the Chicago Rock Island and Mexican railway of Texas. Capital is 2500000 dollars. Contractors planned to begin work on the Rock Island extension into Texas soon entering from the north and running 110 miles southwest through Sherman Dalhart and Hartley counties.
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Forth Worth
Morrison jurymen III verdict awaited in murder case
Eldorado report says no verdict reached at noon as jurors progress remains unclear. Jessie Morrison sits in a cell, hopeful yet anxious, receiving a flood of sympathetic letters by morning.
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Pioneer Telegrapher dies in New York city
Robt T. Tige who established the first telegraphic system in South America dies at his New York home. Born in Dublin he enlisted in the 40th New York regiment at the Civil War outbreak. In 1866 he joined Adrian Morse and built telegraph networks in Chile and Peru before residing in New York for 18 years.
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Tragic end of Confederate Brigadier General Heyman Bins
The body of Confederate Brigadier General Heyman Bins was found in Black Swamp near Morristown New Jersey. He had lived in isolation on Succasunna Mountain since 1865, his cabin burnt, and his death remains unexplained. His wife and children perished during Sherman’s march.
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Sherman
Rebels’ West Power Suppressed In Panama News
Panama dispatch reports that rebel strength in the west has been broken. Port Tumaco fell to government forces on December 4 after three days of combat. The rebel steamer Gallan was destroyed, and British steamer Tabesu and Buena Ventura gunboats aided the operation. Governor Alban, returned to Panama with Gen. Pinto, believes the rebel cause crushed. USS Boycroft sails from Colon to Del Torro.
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Poisoned by Spain and secret franchise sessions
A Herald despatch from San Juan Puerto Rico reports Central and South American republics forming alliances due to fear of American dominance in the western hemisphere. The Madrid Theror-Anecongress inspired the move. The New York executive council now considers franchise matters in secret sessions, drawing strong commentary.
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Prominent Banker Dies in San Francisco
San Francisco on December 1. William E Wood president of Crocker Woolworth National Bank died after a short illness. He was 76 and formerly partnered with the late Charles Crocker, the railroad magnate.
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California-Columbia football clash eyed for Christmas visit
New York December 12 reports that the University of California has reopened negotiations with Columbia University to arrange a Christmas vacation football game. The plan calls for Columbia to visit the Pacific coast and play the students of the Golden Gate.
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Baltimore Presbytery Backs Revision of Confession Faith
At its sixth stated meeting the Baltimore presbytery voted to support revising a confession of faith. The action reflects ongoing church governance discussions and seeks alignment with contemporary theological language. No further details on scope or timetable were provided.
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Labor II Cabinet Hope for Labor Leader to Cabinet Position
The American Federation of Labor meeting in Lewisville Ky debates a plan to place a trade unionist in a U.S. cabinet role. Delegates clash over whether a labor officer should head a federal department and join the president’s cabinet, with opposition prevailing 75 to 48. The panel’s adverse report is approved.
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Tntere
James Lennon
Bloomington
United States
Parliament Votes £16,000,000 for Boer War completion
London reports Parliament approved an additional £16 million for Boer War needs. Other telegrams note court actions on theft, embezzlement indictments in New York, labor strikes involving the Santa Fe, and various international notes from Constantinople to Berlin.
Would Kill the President: Free Speech Rally Ruptures NYC
A New York meeting by anarchists erupted as speaker Alexander Harr threatened the life of President McKinley if free speech was interfered with. The crowd shouted for restraining him while Emma Goldman sought the hall, and the event drew harsh denunciations of government actions.
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