Bland Dies After Long Illness Kentuckian Turned Missouri Statesman
Richard Parks Bland, born in Kentucky in 1835, long served Missouri in Congress. He died at 4 30 a m in Lebanon after a 42 hour sleep following a decline from grippe, with services planned by the Masonic order. He spent his career in Rolla, Lebanon and the Eighth district, first in 1873 to 1846 then re elected to the Fifty fifth Congress ending May 4.
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Old Glory Honored at Chicago Flag Day Event
Several hundred women of the Chicago Chapter of the Daughters of the Revolution gathered in the assembly hall to celebrate flag day. General Thomas M. Anderson and Colonel Henry Turner spoke, recalling U S military history from the Gold Coast voyage to Manila Bay and the flag's role in Cuba and Puerto Rico.
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Railroad Sold Expands Southern Pacific Coast Terminus
Los Angeles June 15 The Southern Pacific company has absorbed the Santa Ana and Newport railroad recently bought by J Ross Clark The line from Santa Ana to Newport Beach a ten mile span extends to Westminster total length about 22 miles The sale includes all rolling stock tracks and rights of way plus the Newport Beach wharf and shipping privileges The consideration is said to be 400 000 This purchase gives Southern Pacific a major coast terminus for a lumber trade that has yielded thousands of dollars annually.
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Bounty for Sailors in Dewey and Sampson Fleets
The court of claims has decided to grant special bounty claims for sailors of Dewey's and Sampson's fleets. After consultation with attorneys and the Navy's judge advocate general, there is strong prospect that the men will receive their money during the current term of court.
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Attorneys Arrange Reduced Commission for Settling Claims
The claimants lawyers inform court officers and the navy that they will collect claims for a commission of 10 to 16 percent instead of the previously demanded 50 percent in some cases, with reductions in easy cases, and that when a court decision is announced other claimants on the same grounds will receive payments at no cost.
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Preventive Revenue Fleet to Aid Cuban Customs
Washington reports Colonel Bliss will use multiple small vessels as a revenue fleet under army control to curb Cuban smuggling. The flagship Oneida, formerly in the gulf and Havana blockade, will be delivered from Norfolk to Bliss’s officers for service in Havana. Five forty four steam launches will also be built and paid from Cuban funds to support enforcement.
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Many Men Out of Work in Colorado Strike Crisis
June 15 report from Denver states thirty thousand Colorado men will be jobless within three days if smelter employes strike continues. Several smelters including Omaha & Grant Globe Denver, Bimetallie Leadville, Eilers Pueblo, Colorado Smelters Pueblo are closed or running under guard. Central City stamp mills expected to strike. Durango Porter Fuel closes affecting 140 workers. If mines shut statewide, about 4000 railroad workers would lose jobs.
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Strong Protest at Mass Meeting Over Wardner Military Rule
In San Francisco June 15 a mass meeting at the Metropolitan Temple, held by the labor council and affiliated unions, denounced military rule in Wardner Idaho. Speakers included ex-Congressman Maguire and Judge Highton. letters from Mayor Phelan and C L Patton expressed sympathy. Resolutions urged the President to end military usurpation and called California congressional representatives to seek an investigation.
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Democrats Deadlocked as Harrisburg Convention Begins Balloting
In Harrisburg on June 15 the Democratic State convention opened at 10:35 with twelve ballots showing no change from last night. Six more ballots followed before a 12:50 recess. By 3:00 the Supreme Court judgeship deadlock remained, and after the nomination little time was expected for state treasurer and superior court judge selections.
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Armed Men Protect Them in Garrett Mob Scene
In Garrett Indiana last night an armed guard arrived from Columbia City to protect Helms the alleged assailant as a mob formed near lynching. One girl said to have been assaulted died before the mob moved. a second victim remains in precarious condition. Scouts in Fort Wayne report the Gar rett office is being watched.
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Street Railway Strike Opens Quiet in Cleveland
Cleveland June 15 the sixth day of the street railway strike opened without incident. Cars on most lines ran at regular intervals and there was nothing to indicate a strike, save the large police presence on the streets. No disturbance is anticipated.
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Our New Duties Speech at Miami University
In Oxford Ohio on June 15 1900 Whitelaw Reid delivered the commencement address at Miami University主题 Diamond anniversary exercises featured 16 graduates. Reid urged the US to fulfill its new duties abroad after the Spain US war stressing international law Cuba Porto Rico Guam and the Philippines and the need to civilize distant regions while preserving order and protecting life and property.
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Earles and Edwards Ordered to Idaho for Indictments
Joln Earles and Ervin Edwards, wanted by Idaho Federal authorities for obstructing trains in the Coeur d'Alenes and conspiracy, will be moved to Idaho after Judge Knowles issues a removal warrant. Deputy Marshal Meiklejohn may transport them to Moscow this weekend as defense declined further habeas corpus arguing points.
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May Remain in Philippine Service Regiments Formed
Washington reports General Otis proceeds with three regiments in the Philippines from state volunteers who wish to stay in service. Enlistments are small as volunteers prefer to return home. The three regiments, with three more to sail from San Francisco, would bring Otis’s force to about 93,000 fighting men.
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Successful Campaign Report From Manila Cavite Victor
Washington confirms rapid gains in Cavite with over 4 000 enemy reported killed and wounded not captured. Troops pursued south to Tus while five artillery pieces were captured. Navy support along the bay aided operations as inhabitants welcomed American forces. Adjutant General notes Cebu request for protection and deployment of Tennessee battalion and two guns to restore peace.
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Joined Forces Move Toward Las Piñas in Philippine Campaign
The Fourth Regular Infantry and the Wyoming Regiment joined Gen Laveton's command today, crossing the bay in cavoues to Las Piñas in preparation for advancing inland. Peliels are reported to have near arsenal, with a large quantity of supplies.
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Grand Circuit Races At Buffalo Driving Club Meet
Grand Circuit races set for Buffalo New York August 7 to 10 at the Bufale Driving Club meeting. Six stakes close on April 1 draw every top stable, with free-for-all classes and pacing events offering purses around $1,500 to $1,509, concluding near July.
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Canadian Oarsmen Sail to Henley Regatta
The Argonaut Boat club of Toronto Ont sails on the Teutonic for England to compete in the Henley regatta on July 5 6 and 7. The team aims to represent Canada in the prestigious event with its crack oarsmen.
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