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Newspaper

Daily Inter Mountain

Location

Butte, Montana, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1900

Page

1

Clearout Sale Offers Small Kitchenware Bargains

Six cups and saucers priced at 50 cents. Six seven inch plates at 50 cents. Six pie plates for 35 cents. Jugs in three sizes priced at 10, 15 and 20 cents each.

Boers Fight to the Death Amid British Advances

London dispatch reports General French reaching Prospect station with Boers retreating toward the Vaal while British forces under Roberts push from the front. Natal sees action near Ingogo as Boers entrench at Laing's Nek and Mafeking relief credited to a Federal blunder. Pretoria notes a defense of Johannesburg and heavy cannon emplacements. Casualties rise in ambush near N'Qtu Mount Prospect as Swaziland forces clash at Choperso Nek.

London French Prospect Station Rhenoster Vaal Rhenuster Pretoria Isan Hamilton Roberts Natal Buller Transvaal Ingogo Laing’s Nek Mafeking Delarey Motopo Johannesburg Schuinishoogie Ingoge Botha Nek Chris Botha N'Qtu Mount Prospect Swaziland Choperso Nek Heilbron Greyling'’s Vaal River Wolmaran Kalbe Lindley

Secretary says Albany may cruise in the Mediterranean

A Washington dispatch reports Secretary Long says the Albany would cruise in the Mediterranean but has no orders to move to Turkish waters though the commander could visit a Turkish port. Buffalo Essex and Lancaster are also bound for European waters with October stays, not linked to any Turkish missionary claims.

New York Herald Washington Long Albany Mediterranean Craser Buffalo Essex Lancaster Europe Turkey

French Line seeks to bar damage claims in U S court

The French Line La Campagne Generale la Transatlantine, owner of the La Bourgogne which sank near Sable Island on July 4, 1598, filed a petition in a United States court. It aims to cut off all damages claims, with 63 claimants totaling 1,206,834.75 on paper and about 1,500,000 including 29 unstated claims.

New York la Campaigne Generale la Transatlantine la Bourgogne Sable Island United States

Delegates End Conventions Reach Cripple Creek Excursion

Denver May 24 delegates to the Western Federation of Miners and Western Labor Union have finished their labors and left the city for an excursion to Cripple Creek. The federation's new executive board includes J. C. Williams Grass Valley Cal Chris Folet Rossland B C Charles Huyer Deadwood S D J B Furey Butte Mont W D Haywood Silver City N M William M Burns Ouray Colo.

Denver Western Federation of Miners Western Labor Union Cripple Creek Federation J. C. Williama Grass Valley Cal Chris Folet Rossland B. C Charles Huyer Deadwood J. B. Furey Butte Mont W. D. Haywood Silver City Cared William M. Burns Ouray

Mafeking relief rumor spikes Kaffir shares in Johannesburg

A wild stock exchange rumor claimed Mafeking relief forces advanced to Johannesburg and captured the town, triggering a sharp rise in Kaffir share prices as Boer defenders, and British interests, watched closely from London.

London Stock Exchange Mafeking Johannesburg Kaffirs

Insurrection In Philippines Declared Collapsed

Brig. Gen. The Schwan reports from sea that the Philippine insurrection is irretrievably collapsed and Filipinos cannot govern themselves. He notes Luzon and coast towns held by Americans, and that insurgents hope US withdrawal during the wet season or a political victory may revive resistance. Most educated and peasant Filipinos favor peace under American rule.

Washington War Department the Schwan Thomas Philippines Manila Luzon Luna Schwan Insurgenta United States Saya

Reconciliation Or Rebellion In The Philippine War Report

General Schwan describes guerilla bands and decentralization as the core of the insurrection. He notes troops and town pacification will continue despite concentration and warns distrust between troops and insurgents hinders pacification. He believes familiarity and mutual benefit between natives and soldiers could reduce Gu erilla support and improve cooperation against robber bands.

Schwan Sehwan

Filipino Rumor Dispatch on Catubig Battle May 20

A May 23 special dispatch from the Philippines claims a stubborn fight on Catubig island with American losses reported as 500 killed and wounded. The account aligns with Aguinaldo’s representative in Paris known for exaggerated dispatches, and many such reports have been disputed.

Catubig Atabig Aguinaldo Paris Philippines Haveeen

Posts in Philippines report profit and continued service

Postmaster General Smith reveals a report from the Philippine islands director of ports dated April 14 showing over 16000 dollars profit for eleven months ending May 4 1899 with expenses covered and no deficit expected through June receipts from stump sales box rents and second class matter totalled 327012 and 85400 for the quarter money orders issued domestic 8555 25051 international 2760 7390 fees 1580 orders paid 1792 1005 totals.

Washington Smith Philippine Islands Box Renta Manila

Germany complains over U S meat import rules

Washington reports Germany protests current Treasury rules requiring consular reports on German manufactured goods imported to the United States. German officials oppose mandating disclosure of ingredients, hoping the meat inspection bill changes. No treaty talks expected until Bundestag action clarifies canned meats and sausage bans.

York Washington Germany Treasury Department United States Berlin State Department Bundesrath Reichstag

Unconstitutional ruling on prize fight curb case

In San Francisco on May 24, Superior Judge Murasky held Section 412 of the California political code unconstitutional, affecting the Columbia Athletic Club suit to restrain Chief of Police Sullivan from blocking a proposed prize fight. If upheld on appeal, the 1893 act making prize printing a felony with fines from 1000 to 5000 dollars or imprisonment may come back into force.

San Francisco Columbia A. C Sullivan California Murasky

Price McCormick Co. Collapse Shocks New York Markets

Reports say Price McCormick and Co failed causing big losses across the cotton market. Rumors of other firms in financial trouble spread as the Colton Exchange noted a major bear move. Estimates place the firm’s cotton losses from 1 million to 3 million amid a volatile trading day.

New York Price McCormie & Co Cotton Exchange George Crocker California Frm Colton Exchange McCormick & Co Price, McCormick & Co Key Il E- Heged Fem Wolletreet

Havana Elections Shadowed by Party Withdrawals

In Havana May 24 the upcoming elections show low registration and strategic withdrawals by both the democratic union and republican parties, leaving a walkover for the national party in some districts while others favor conservative or nationalists. Clergy petition seeks civil marriage recognition, while officials debate the appointment of Senor Checa as customs inspector, viewed by Cubans as a foreign intrusion and an indignity to local governance.

Havana Soo Democratic Union Hansen National Party Matangas Santa Chive Santiago de Matrias Castillo Pinayuel Ro Uls Donato Sbarette Wood Dee Franko White Aliita Cuba Senor Ghesa Lucha Senor Checa Spain Fotiee Wrestington Beno Cheea Biles Saya Senar Cheea

London lawyer Julius Arnold arrested in San Francisco on embezzlement charge

Julius Arnold senior member of Keigh ley & Co London facing embezzlement allegations from England. Arrested by U S Marshal Shine in San Francisco on a £4 500 estate theft claim. Arnold denied identity at first, now silent and says he will not resist extradition to face the case. He sailed from London March 24 under the name McKay and will be brought before U S District Judge De Haven to determine extradition terms.

San Francisco Julius Arnold Keigh=ley & Co London England United States Shine Arnold McKay de Haven

Man in London Firm Liabilities Fallout in Washington

A London broker, Rice Five Cents, awaiting instructions from the British ambassador in Washington, has lived quietly in Berkeley with his wife for two months. He claims the charge stems from Keighley & Co liabilities of 300,000 pounds, protests innocence, and offers to return to London to help settle the firm’s affairs. No money was found in his luggage.

Washington Berkeley Keighley & Co London

Embezzlement Charge Against Jail Inmate Neely

New charges in New York allege Charles F W Neely, held at Tudhay Street jail, was linked to an embezzlement scheme involving $400,000 worth of Cuban stamps. Papers tracing the theft were sent from Cuba to Washington, naming a postal employee as the alleged culprit and noting stamps ordered destroyed.

New York Washington Charles FW. Neely Tudhay Street Cuba Department of Washington Churie Uie Cercfe Ag Coulmittes Neely Edtward Jones

Ahmed Pasha Arrives Amid Turkish Ceremony in New York

May 24 dispatch describes Ahmed Pasha entering Pennsylvania Avenue in a ceremonial reception. A procession of Turks, Libyans, and other attendees filled the street as the crescent sword emblem gleamed, and a mounted band played while officials greeted the envoy amid Mystic Shriners festivities.

New York Ahmed Pasha Pennsylvania Avenue Wiemete Turkey Constaninoula Che Trier Iy Hanks Brent Vole Hye

Convention Adjourns as State GOP Opens Summer Session

Sioux Falls May 24 The Republican state convention adjourned sine die after hearing the slate led by Charles Herried governor with leaders chosen for the Philadelphia year end gathering. Resolutions commend Senator Kyle for loyal patriotic support of Mekintey in the Spanish American War and related actions, while delegates were instructed to report to the national convention meeting in Mekintey.

Sioux Falla Republiican Charles Herried Mekintey Senanne Kyle

Compulsory Insurance Proposal Defeated in Referendum

In Berne on May 24 a proposal for compulsory insurance covering all residents was defeated by a margin of about 170,000 to 80,000. The plan would have charged the Confederation with funding the insurance costs for all persons living and owning property. The measure was put to the people as part of constitutional revision.

Berne Confederation Blanding

New York Democratic Convention Delegate Totals Revealed

New York stats show 4603 delegates total with 2263 needed for a majority. Delegates listed include Bryan 17 uninstructed 129 and to be elected 10, with other figures noted as late changes.

New York York Tor Bryan

Alaska civil government bill debated in House today

Washington May 24 House proceedings resume consideration of the Alaska civil government bill. Amendments to mining provisions authorize the secretary of war to grant permits to dredge for gold below mean low water and ensure the act does not invalidate prior placer claims.

Washington Secretary of War

No change in plague situation reported in San Francisco

San Francisco May 24 there is no change in the plague situation with no new cases or deaths reported. Physicians believe the disease has been conquered and all danger is past though precautions remain strict.

San Francisco Cal

Mursey pleads guilty in bank misappropriation case

Rutland Vermont May 4 Chas W Mursey cashier of Merchants National Bank pleaded guilty in the United States district court to misappropriating bank funds. He was sentenced to seven years imprisonment.

Rutland Chas, W. Mursey United States Merchants’ National Bank

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