11 Sep 1899
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Newspaper
Daily Inter Mountain
Location
Butte, Montana, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1899
Page
1
Rennes reports calm after France refuses to send exhibits to the Paris Exposition. Troops and gendarmes have left, cafes are empty, and the public shows little interest in the Dreyfus prison visit. Mme Dreyfus saw her husband, who remains calm and smokes a pipe.
Capt. Thomas Phelan a Civil War veteran and expert pistol shot issues a duel challenge to Count Esterhazy in Kansas City. He has faced multiple personal encounters and is said to be backed by prominent Jewish supporters who guarantee his passage to England for the confrontation.
Budapest reports several hundred protesters gathered outside the French consulate last evening. Police dispersed the crowd and blocked approaches to curb further demonstrations as authorities maintained order. London editors condemn the Dreyfus verdict in Friday papers, denouncing the court martial system. Berlin rumors speak of a manufacturers committee to bar German participation in the Paris exposition.
The Dreyfus verdict draws broad attention in official circles. While few express negative views publicly, sympathy for Dreyfus grows as belief in his injustice spreads. Officials fear rising sentiment could impact the Franco American treaty before the Senate, which has not been well received.
Count Sergy Smollanoff, an American citizen born in Russia and inventor of explosives, says while in Paris he was offered 4,006,000 francs for Paty de Clam's share in promoting a case and 2,000,000 francs for a forceful relative of the minister of war. The government price sought was 12,000,000 francs.
A Washington dispatch reports Major General Otis has made substantial progress on his campaign plan to be launched at the start of the dry season. The plan aims to prevent similar preparations by rivals and to carry out strategic operations.
General Otis plans to split 64,449 troops and mountain batteries into two divisions under MacArthur and Lawton to push into Manila’s north and west-south areas. A naval marine force blockade targets insurgent supplies while Cavite ops are coordinated with Rear Admiral Watson.
Dr J D Griffith of Kansas City reports government tests of the Mauser pistol used by German cavalry. Trials included targets and animals, showing 1150 to 500 yard performance and rapid 10-shot capacity. The weapon, with 30 caliber cartridges and nickel jacketed bullets, is claimed to rival Krag Jorgensen rifles in accuracy.
Captain J J Ca former Second Oregon and aide to Generals Merritt Ouls and Lawton, visiting Chicago, says a vigorous fall campaign could end the Philippines war. He notes insurgents not yet demoralized but quicker to fall in battle than before, and praises General Otis as a capable governor who recalls troops after tasks are done while casualties are faithfully reported.
The bantamweight world title bout at Tuckahoe was postponed from 3 p m today to 3 p m tomorrow due to threatening weather. If weather remains unfavorable a further postponement to a later date is possible. McGovern is a betting favorite at five to four.
Pretoria September 11 excitement runs high as Secretary of State Pletzo departs for Johannesburg and Capetown. The rumor of war persists though the arrival of British troops is viewed as a troop shortage remedy, not an inevitable conflict, discussed during the past month.
Tivigus N F Sept 1 The Pearl Harmsworth steamer Windward with Lt Peary reports from Etah that both Windward and the Dianah carrying Bartlett are well. Peary has explored Fort Conger after Greely left it, noting intact buildings and Greely records. He pushed caches and sledge treks across Ellesmereland, established winter quarters, and prepared provisions and routes for the next season amid a calm Arctic summer.
The winter plans include about 75 walrus for sale and dog commissary preparations as the field is chosen in February. Native unions will meet to select dog teams for the northern trip. Windward natives stay with Lieutenant Peary. The Stel party landed August 5 at Payer Harbor near Cape Sabine to winter, with home departure expected August 24.
Washington reports a yellow fever death at Port Tampa City Florida this morning. A tugboat source of infection is undetermined and house to house inspections have been ordered. Mississippi imposes quarantine against New Orleans and Vicksburg is also quarantined as new cases are noted at Key West and Jackson.
Chicago dispatch reports Jimmy Barry, longtime bantamweight world champion, retires from boxing after a six round draw with Marty Watts and plans no more bouts. Barry, who trained for a potential Hart bout in Sioux City, says his strength dwindled and he will not box again.
London reports ongoing war office activity with no new Transvaal situation news. Orders are said to be sent to America for light iron girders and bridging sections likely for South Africa use as Transparty moves to muster troops.
New York September 1 Congresswoman Levy said she will introduce a bill in the house to withdraw support of the government from the Paw exposition over the Devyrs case. She argues the exhibit should be halted until a full investigation is complete.
Four tina containing refugees from Johannesburg have arrived in Capetown. Four hundred refugees have also reached Durban. During the past nine months the relief committee of Johannesburg assisted 2,000 cases of distress reported throughout the Vaal.
Telegraphic briefs report from Pretoria Washington Manila Kobe and other cities on government aid food, parade plans, rebel defections, shipwreck salvage, Dreyfus case reactions, and a proposed Kearsarge official trip with Alabama's commission timing.
Wide assortment of boys clothing including long pant cassimere suits in dark gray checks with square jackets, sizes 14 to 18, at 7.50. all wool cassimere suits in brown gray checks at 10.00. boys reefers in chinchilla and chinehill, sizes 4 to 18, from 4.50 to 7.50. mannettes, blouses, shirts, and wool sweaters in multiple sizes and colors. hats and caps in various styles.
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