Puerto Rico coin crisis sparks political debate in island
A report details silver peso circulation on Puerto Rico, noting 50 000 votes and shipments from the Philadelphia Mint. It describes coin recoinage efforts, bank acceptance issues, and logistic strains as authorities in San Juan and Ponce evaluate currency stability amid political divisions between federals and republicans and looming legislative changes.
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Puerto Rico
New York
Tirty
Rico
Wiliam Weigel
Tnivel States Infantry
Exircus Company
Philadelphi
Aido
San Juan
Ponce
Mayagueam
Nasestah- Mehed
Narmad Conlicians
Paris Hioo
Cuba
Lewahi
T. First Intsaagury
Capel. Mmurvington
Port Eavenwedh
George M. Dasi
Davis
Department of Porto
Ric
Major Agarpe
Adout
Department of Porto Fice
Isind
Joe Shove
Hawaii
Leo Vyan
Dudic
Apel
Procedire
Cat
Syston
Alen
Politie
Iskend
Ehiir
Federata
Congress
A New Volcano Emerges Near Colima Mexico
A Guadalajara dispatch reports a new volcano erupting about 36 miles southeast of Colima. It appeared suddenly and without warning. Local residents evacuated briefly but returned as danger seemed to pass. Experts think the volcano may soon vanish.
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Chicago
Guadalajara
Mexico
Colima
National postoffice clerks discuss revised constitution
Atlantic City N J Sept 6 the national postoffice clerks convention adjourned its session after a discussion of a submitted revision of the constitution entered to meet the renditions arising from the amalgamation of the two branches of the association. The committee on organization reported the granting of 175 new charters during the year.
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Atlantic City
N. J
Naonal Postofice Clerks’ Convention
Convention News on Civil Service Reform and Clerks Pay
A resolution orders drafting a bill to Congress fixing eight hours per day and 48 hours per week for clerks similar to railroad workers. The pending bill proposes starting pay for first year clerks at zero with $100 yearly raises to $1,200, plus potential merit increases to $1,400 by the postmaster general. The convention seeks civil service inclusion, with Kansas City Milwaukee and New Orleans aiming to host the next gathering. Healy appears likely to win reelection over Hart of Philadelphia.
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Congress
House
Washington
Gener
Kansas City
Milwaukee
New Orleans
Healy
William Hart
Philadelphia
Wyoming Valley Awaiting News of Strike Outcome
Wilkesbarre report on September six indicates miners in the Wyoming Valley expect a strike after Indianapolis talks. Operators anticipate no compromise and say the men are set on shutting mines, with no plan outlined by coal firms if a strike occurs.
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Wilkesbarre
Wyoming Valley
Indianapolis
Haroul
Locusts Devour Corn Across Nicaragua
Correspondence from Managua reports locusts and other insects destroying corn crops in parts of Nicaragua. A damaging fungus affects cutter trees in Matagalpa and Jiniga. Torrential rain, frequent in July and early August, has ceased for the moment.
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Associated Press
Managua
Nicaragua
Matagalpa
Jenisga
New Laundry Trust Formed in Chicago
Consolidation of 22 major Chicago laundries into one corporation has raised prices by several cents along the line. The combined capital is $2,000,000. Not all city laundries joined, but a trade agreement is said to be in effect ending rate cutting and ensuring uniform policy.
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Chicago
Lig
Hay Fever Club officers named in Rothlehem report
The Hay Fever Club in Rothlehem New York names officers including J W Williamson Jr of New York In dient and Rev John Peacok of Philadelphia as secretary Short addresses were made by J Dwyer of Milwaukee TEW Henry Cook of Cambridge Ley dd Rowan and Judge R Boynges of New York The United tion has elected
Torpedo Boat Dahlgren Damaged In Newport Slip Incident
A dispatch from Newport reports the torpedo boat Dahlgren backed from her slip and collided with torpedo boat Gwin. Dahlgren sustained heavy damage and will be sent to navy yards for repairs estimated in the thousands, with reversing gear blamed for the mishap.
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New York
Dahlgren
Gwin W
Times
Newport
Navy Yards
Tracey Defeats Juel in Short Welterweight Bout
Tom Tracey of Australia won by decision in the second round over Charles Juel the Oregon welterweight champion in what was billed to go 20 rounds. The brief contest concluded quickly with Tracey securing the victory.
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Porylind
Ore
Tom Tracey
Australia
Charles Juel
Oregon
Nli
Hum Wes
Allen's Foot-abe advertisement for foot relief
An early 20th century ad touts Allen's Foot-Base powder to ease tired hot feet, swelling and tight shoes. It promises relief from corns bunions blisters and ingrown nails with a trial offer and lists Allen Olmstead Le Roy New York as the address.
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Allen
Olmstead, le Roy
N.Y
New York reports on Colombian coup and Marroquin usurpation
Benito Zaldines delivers dispatches to Secretary Hay detailing the July 6 coup at Villeta. Marroquin and Palacio seize San Clemente and the state apparatus, overriding the constitution as conservatives fracture and struggle to gain control. many governors and the supreme court refuse to recognize the new government. Eduardo Espinosa, consul general, also refuses to recognize Marroquin.
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New York
Benito Zaldines
United States
Bogota
Hay
Charles Burdett Hart
Columbia
Zatanna
Sin Clemente
Marroguin
Hurt
Falleg
Washington
Marroquin
San Clemente
Hire
Palacio
Villeta
Hberala
Zalamea
San Clementé
Mr. Zalaravea
Ban Clemente
Supreme Court
Consejo de Estaco
Consull D'Etat
Eduardo Espinosa
T Mte
Policies Not Taxed By Fraternal Insurance Societies
Washington reports the internal revenue commissioner responding to inquiries from fraternal groups. No ruling was issued in August affecting taxation of life insurance policies or certificates from fraternal or beneficiary societies. The department has consistently exempted these organizations from taxation.
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Washington
Internal Revenue
National Fraternal Congress
Boston
Ancient
Order of United Workmen
Porcupine miners receive U S protection claim
Seattle Sept 6 American miners in the Porcupine district Alaska have been assured by Secretary Hay that the government reserves the right and power to protect its citizens in the Porcupine creek region whether within American or British jurisdiction during the fall season.
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Seattle
Wash
Porcupine District
Alaska
Hay
Porcupine Creek
Oregon Welcomed 10 Woo Sung Return to Shanghai
Washington dispatches report the Oregon reentered position for operations to protect American interests near the Woo Sung forts after months of danger from Chinese occupation. Officials say Admiral Remey’s authority guided the sudden appearance as no navy orders were issued for dispatch to Shanghai.
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Washington
Oregon
Shanghai
Che Foo
Wilde
Navy Department
Yellow Sea
Kure
Yang Tee
Woo Sung
New Orleans
United States
Te River
Remey
MeKinley and Hay discuss miners rights in disputed Porcupine area
A 1400 American miners petition to President MeKinley led to Secretary Hay outlining a temporary mode vivend ensuring freedom of access and exit for miners and goods through the boundary along the Belchint river. He notes the arrangement is provisional pending a permanent boundary settlement and promises protection from Canadian customs interference for supplies carried through the disputed territory.
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Mr. Hay
MeKintey
Porcupine
Dominion of Canada
Biechint
Hay
DO NOT OBEY ANNEXATION
New York reports from London that Boer resistance grows amid the annexation proclamation. General Buller’s column fights since August 21 as Motha’s force holds, Lord Roberts contemplating a flank move. Ladybrand garrisoned, a commando at Thaba N'chu, and a British force under Brive Hamilton clashed near Bloemfontein water works.
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New York
Tribune
London
Buller
Auugust
Botha
Lysenburgs
Vutikrants
Laing
Motha
Lord Roberts
Transvaal
Reuter
Thaba N'chu
Bloemfontein
Brive Hamilton
Theostat
Dewet
They Restarted Their Romance After a Sorry Split
Puck notes a couple who believed their breakup was final yet chose to resume the relationship. Their decision followed regret that the end had come, leading them to give love another chance.
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Puck
Proposals Sought for Butte Montana Postoffice Lease
The postoffice department seeks sealed proposals to furnish a fully equipped postoffice in Butte Montana to be leased for five years from February 1 1901 The lessee must provide fixtures light heat water and keep the premises in good repair The office should have 1000 square feet of floor space 1500 boxes fire and burglarproof vault and necessary furniture with bids due August 27 1900 to F B McMillin postoffice inspector Butte Montana
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Stutte Fent
Butte
F. B. McMillin
Postofice
Montana
Notice for Publication in Helena Montana Land Office
Notices announce intent to make final proof on land in section ranges near Helena and Port land Oregon. Names include Donald Piatt Chas Dipacezis Nate Allen and A B Hammond with witnesses listed. Protests or contests due within 30 days to George D. Greene.
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Elena
Mont
Iit
Tha
Donald
Wm. Piatt
Chas. Dipacezis
Naat
Allen P. O. George Db
ENT
Regis
M. M
General Land Office
George D. Greene
Rees
Helena
A. B. Hammond
Portland
Oregon
Shorge D. Greene
Augusta
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Sam Barker, Jr
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