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Defiance Weekly Express

Location

Defiance, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 08, 1900

Page

7

Eggs Thrown At W J Bryan At Milwaukee Hall

Chicago dispatch reports four eggs hurled at William Jennings Bryan as he left Central Turner hall Milwaukee avenue after his speech. Three to four youths participated with John R. Myers arrested. A bystander policeman Culkins was struck on the forehead by one egg. Crowds surged as officers contained the arrest and the alleged motive centered on the Bryan visit. Myers claims the carriage driver attacked him first.

Chicago W. J. Bryan Turner Hall Milwaukee Avenue John R. Myers Podliceman Culkins Eees Mr. Bryan Culkins Myers Bryan

Hawley's Military Preparedness Remarks Cited

Ex Governor Stone relays Hawley comments from 1899 about Chicago unrest and Fort Sheridan. He asserts need for a large army backing municipal authority to prevent disturbances. The statement ties Roosevelt and Republicans to Bryan criticism over quartering troops near cities.

Hawley New York Stone Missouri Roosevelt Bryan Connecticut Senate Chicago Fort Sheridan

Hanna Faces Stirred Crowd at Bryan Rally in Chicago

Senator M A Hanna tried to address supporters for William J Bryan but was met with screams and jeers at Halstead and Thirtieth streets. Police finally cleared the aisles after 70 officers restored order, with Hanna defending free speech in his remarks.

Hanna Chicago M. A. Hanna William J. Bryan Halstead Thirtieth Streets

Bryan States Indiana as Safely Democratic, Missouri Also

Chicago November 2. From reports and my own observation I am satisfied Indiana is as safely Democratic as Missouri, said Hon. W J Bryan Democratic presidential candidate after touring Indiana and other eastern states. He found the general outlook encouraging but did not cite details.

Chicago Indiana Missouri W. J. Bryan

Prohibition Train In Ohio Tour Reaches Multiple Cities

A Prohibition leaders train arrived to a fair crowd in Fostoria Ohio on November 2. Stops followed at Bellaire Cambridge New Concord Zanesville and Delaware as the delegation continued its statewide tour. Mr Woolley denied giving an interview to a Pittsburgh paper about a guaranteed Republican victory.

Fostoria Bellaire Cambridge New Concord Zanesville Delaware Woolley Pittsburg

Stevenson Speaks to 20000 at Indiana Democratic Barbecue

Adlai E. Stevenson addressed about 20,000 people in Peru Indiana at a Democratic barbecue for northern Indiana. He spoke four times stressing trusts imperialism and the army and was met with strong enthusiasm.

Stevenson Peru Ind Adlai E. Stevenson Indiana

Work on the Ruins at Tarrant Store in New York

Work on the ruins of the Tarrant store and adjacent property advances with full contractor effort. Workers concentrate in Warren street and the northeast corner of the Tarrant building where stairways led victims fleeing the blast. Tests on the fire's cause were presented to the district attorney.

New York Tarrant Warren Street H. C. A. Schmidt Schmidt

Towle & Son Silverware Firm Seeks Creditors Meeting

Greenfield Massachusetts reports A. F. Towle & Son, silverware makers, cannot meet obligations. A creditors meeting is set for next Thursday afternoon. Liabilities total 118000, with 115000 owed to banks and 3000 for merchandise. capital stock of 150000 is virtually wiped out.

Greenfield Mass A. F. Towle & Son Company

British Casualties Heavy in South Africa in October

London reports a heavy daily casualty rate in South Africa. In October, 167 British were killed in action including 15 officers, 71 died of wounds, 307 died of disease, 22 due to accidents, and 97 captured or missing, nearing the war’s monthly average.

London South Africa

Embezzlement Charge Against Yuengling Son

Frederick D. Yuengling, son of the famed brewer, faced a U S commissioner in New York on an embezzlement complaint from the British consul general. The charge stems from Rossland British Columbia where he allegedly stole 387 dollars while serving as general manager of the Lion Brewing company.

New York Frederick D. Yuengling United States Alexander Rossland B. C Young Yuengling Lion Brewing Company

Lansdowne appointed as foreign secretary amid criticism

London reports the Marquis of Lansdowne named principal secretary of state for foreign affairs. The Standard brands the appointment a blunder, saying he lacks the character qualifications and experience. The press suggests Salisbury would still run the office while Lansdowne handles routine duties.

Lansdowne London Marquis of Lansdowne Daily Press Lord Salisbury Foreign Office Lord Lansdowne

Hungarian Parliament Debates Archduke Ferdinand Renunciation

In Budapest on November 1 the lower house debates Ferdinand’s renunciation of the Hungarian throne over his morganatic marriage. Francis Kossuth presses for Countess Chotek’s queenly rights, while Premier Kolomon De Szeil says such a match cannot be.

Budapest Ferdinand Francis Kossuth Chotek Hungary Kolomon de Szeil

Avondale Estate Sells in Dublin Auction

The estate of the late Charles Stewart Parnell was sold by the land judges court in Dublin on November 1. Mr. Boyland, a friend of John Howard Parnell, bought Avondale estate at the sale.

Parnell Dublin Avondale Charles Stewart Parnell Land Judges Court Boyland John Howard Parnell

Eagle mill resumes operations in Ironton after idle period

The Eagle mill in Ironton Ohio, owned by the Republic Iron and Steel company, resumed operations this morning after being idle since May 10, employing about 300 men and signaling renewed activity in the industry.

Ironton, O Eagle Mill Republic Iron and Steel Company

Dowie Leaves London After Final Meeting

John Alexander Dowie the Chicago Zionist held his last London gathering and announced a deacon would carry on the work as he departed.

Whiteland Man Murdered in Iowa Field Case Arrest Made

Milton Knapp, 60, of Whiteland, Indiana, found dead in a corn field with hogs eating the body. Sheriff Grant Brown arrested William Pherson after a confession that he struck Knapp, cut off his head, and fed it to the hogs. Pherson jailed. coroner notified.

Franklin Ind Milton Knapp Whiteland Terhune Grant Brown Johnson County William Pherson Pherson Knapp

Chinese Edict Orders Burnings and Killings Reported

Shanghesi papers print letters from Chinese Christians translated by Archibald Little. An edict from Shan Si governor commands Boxers to burn Christian houses and kill believers. A letter claims the McDonnell family and several others were lured to the Yellow River on July 16 and slain.

Victoria B. C Archibald Little Shan Si McDonnell Young Miss King Miss Burton Yellow River

Stevenson Receives Historic Fort Wayne Ovation

In Fort Wayne Indiana on November 8 Adlai Stevenson drew the largest ovation for any candidate here surpassing the Bryan reception of 1896. He was joined by Congressman J W Bailey and Judge Welty. A 2000 strong farmers parade followed and later a 3500 strong Democratic march with clubs railway workers and shopmen showcased the citys political enthusiasm.

Stevenson Fort Wayne Ind Adlair Stevenson Bryan Mgr. Stevenson J. W. Bailey Texas Judge Welty Canton

Democratic Rally in Prospect Hall Features Cockran

In New York on November 3 a Democratic rally at Prospect Hall South Brooklyn featured W Bourke Cockran as the principal speaker. He framed the issue as choosing between love of profit and love of justice, arguing prosperity is justice while the fountain of justice remains undefiled and denouncing a large standing army and trusts.

Cockran New York Prospect Hall Brooklyn W. Bourke Cockran Cochran

Touring group promotes Bryan in western Kansas

Wichita dispatch notes Jerry Simpson leading a party of 30 women spellbinders across western Kansas in support of Bryan. The group is headed by Miss Mary Jones a Vassar graduate and longtime student of political economy. All members are under 25 and dress in dark gray tailor-made suits with Bryan hats.

Wichita Kan Jerry Simpson Kansas Bryan Mary Jones Vassar

Convention Opening Set by Cuba Commission

General Leonard Wood arriving aboard the Kanawha names Senores Llorente Castro and Quesada to arrange the opening ceremony at the constitutional convention. The board of canvassers has not reported on contested seats and the convention will decide the issue.

Havana Leonard Wood Department of Cuba Kanawha Senores Llorente Castro and Quesada

Smothering Indicated in Death of Millionaire Rice

New York reports indicate autopsy findings align with smothering in the death of William Marsh Rice. Valet Charles F. Jones alleged Albert F. Patrick held a conical towel over Rice. Officials await word on preserved lungs and whether organs were removed before cremation.

Millionaire Rice New York William Marsh Rice Charles F. Jones Rice Albert F. Patrick Osborne Witthaus

Debs speakers clash with police on State street riot

In Chicago on November 3 Socialist Labor activists marched on State street with wagons for Debs speeches. Police intervened to halt clashes as red flags appeared on multiple wagons. The crowd grew bolder after midnight when flags went up and some speakers kicked at the American flag provoking a crowd rush.

Chicago Socialist Labor State Street Debs United States

Mitchell Addresses UMW Anthracite Victory in Nanticoke

President Mitchell spoke to the United Mine Workers in Nanticoke before leaving for Indianapolis. About two thousand filled the opera house and five thousand crowded the surrounding streets for an overflow meeting. A union parade followed, with Mitchell calling the win a victory for labor, beyond dollars and cents.

Wilkesbarre Mitchell United Mine Workers Nanticoke National Indianapolis Opera House

Buddhism on the eve of a new century in Japan

Yokohama reports Buddhist drive to celebrate the new century with world missions. Sacred relics from Siam sparked devotion. cloth banners sold for high prices, yielding over 62 000 yen. Plans aim to raise 1 000 000 yen for a grand treasure repository and later charity and education. Also in San Francisco the Meade transport lists fallen soldiers from Manila to this port and eleven more bodies returned.

Tacoma Wash Yokohama Japan Siam San Francisco Meade Manilla James Thompson Forty-seventh Infantry Harry Henderson Twenty-ninth Infantry Fred Treager Thirty-ninth Infantry Joseph Lillyatt Charles H. Tomlinson Thirty Ninth Infantry Dennis Kelly Willard Stoner

Last Paris exposition NYT issue marks finale

The final Paris exposition edition of the New York Times appeared yesterday after daily publication from May 21 except Sundays. The issue features five columns of letters congratulating the management on the exhibit's success and notes the paper’s wide continental circulation.

Paris New York Times America

Shaffer Resigns as Steel Workers Leader

Muncie Ind November 1 Official information from M M Garland former president of the Amalgamated Association of Iron Tin and Steel Workers in Pittsburg says President Theodore J Shaffer has tendered his resignation to the executive board to take effect at once A meeting will be held in the next two weeks as the vice presidents name a successor

Muncie Ind M. M. Garland Amalgamated Association of Iron, Tin and Steel Workers Pittsburg Theodore J. Shaffer

Young Woman Confesses Poisoning of Winold Family

Miss Faltha Gilliam confessed to poisoning five members of the Winold family in Cincinnati. Three victims were near death for three months. She was sentenced to four years in the penitentiary after retracting her initial claim that Mr. Winold induced the crime.

Cincinnati Faltha Gilliam Winold

Explosive Blast at Nanking Firepowder Magazine

Lightning caused a powder magazine at Nanking to explode near Shanghai on a November day. Many people were killed or injured and substantial property damage occurred. Local authorities reported widespread destruction and casualties.

Shanghai Nanking

Sail for China Durban South Africa Nov orders ready

The Gordon Highlanders and the Devronshin regiment are ordered to be ready to sail for China from Cape Town in November. The dispatch notes a military redeployment as tensions rise in the region.

China Durban Natal Gordon Highlanders Devronshin Regiment Cape

Carlist Conspiracy Report Seizes Papers and Ammunition

Madrid reports Carlist activity with papers and stamps bearing The Royal Army of Catalonia seized. Conspirators planned simultaneous attacks on municipal council civil government and captain general. Barcelona police uncover two depots of arms and ammunition to fill six carts. In Detroit the Continental company dissolves after a year as a restricted combine with $1.5 million in business.

Madrid Royal Army of Catalonia Berga Barcelona Detroit Continental Company, Limited National Screen Door and E. M. Kemp Everyti United States Canada

Suit Against a Trust Filed in Federal Court

Indianapolis November 1 two suits against the bicycle trust were filed in federal court seeking damages totaling 50000. Plaintiffs G H Thayer Jr and George Marble of Plymouth allege they served as general managers of the Plymouth rim plant and were to receive 5000 yearly salaries before being discharged last March, the suits claim.

Indianapolis Bicycle Trust G. H. Thayer, Jr George Marble Plymouth

Prominent Pawtucket Doctor Dies by Poison

Dr Michael W Kelliher a leading physician of Pawtucket Rhode Island killed himself at his home. He faced an indictment for conspiracy to defraud Berkshire Life Insurance of Pittsfield Massachusetts of 3500 dollars and was due in court Saturday. He reportedly had been mentally unbalanced for some time.

Pawtucket R. I Michael W. Kelliher Berkshire Life Insurance Company Pittsfield Mass Kelliher

Courts Must Decide

Washington reports the treasury department’s duties on liquors and cordials remain under dispute with France. The state department says the matter has gone before the U S court and is removed from negotiations, awaiting court action before progress can resume.

Washington Treasury Department State Department United States

French Cruisers Arrive Baltimore Under Salute at Lazaretto

French cruisers La Cecille and La Souchet, flagship of Admiral Richard, arrived from Annapolis in Baltimore. Tugs met them but no boarding until anchor at Lazaretto light and national salutes exchanged with Fort Henry.

Baltimore Richard Annapolis Lazaretto Lower Canton Fort Henry

Rhodes Opposes Boers in Damaland Favor Rhodesia Settlement

A Pretoria correspondent reports Cecil Rhodes will oppose Boers settling in Da Maraland but will welcome them to Rhodesia. He plans favorable postwar terms to attract settlers there.

Rhodes London Cecil Rhodes Pretoria Damaraland Rhodesia

France Accepts Open Door Policy in Chinese Affairs

Paris says France adheres to Chinese integrity and the open door principle. The French ambassador to Britain reports that France reserves the right to act to safeguard its interests under Article 8 of the Anglo-German agreement.

France Paris Politique Coloniale Great Britain M. Paul Cambon

Registration In Porto Rico Heads To Polls

San Juan Puerto Rico November first marks the last day of registration for the house of delegates and a Washington commissioner election. Officials estimate total registration at 110000 with about 30000 to be rejected. Federal authorities still say they will not go to the polls and reports of serious trouble across the island are few.

Porto Rico San Juan P. R House of Delegates Washington

Ferrell Guilty of First Degree Murder Verdict

In Marysville Ohio on October 31 the jury found Rosslyn H. Ferrell guilty of murder in the first degree for killing Express Messenger Lane on August 10. The verdict carries the death penalty with six hours and thirty minutes of deliberation. A motion for a new trial will cite juror illness and defense arguments urged for mercy.

Marysville Rosslyn H. Ferrell Express Messenger Lane Jesse L. Cameron George Westlake Cameron

Trouble Brews as Empress Sends Forces to Yangtse

In Shanghai on October 31 the empress dowager dispatches emisaries to form powerful armed units to exterminate converts and expel foreigners. Yu Chuan, an anti foreign general, is named military governor of Yangtse district. In Kwantung province the rebellion eases due to lack of arms and ammunition.

Shanghai Yang Tse Yu Chuan Kwang Tung

Salisbury to Retire as Foreign Secretary in Parliament

London reports Lord Salisbury will resign as foreign secretary with the post to pass to the Marquis of Lansdowne. The prime minister appears influenced by medical advisers though his health is not in doubt. In New Orleans a large cotton cargo was cleared for multiple European ports, the largest daily clearance from the port, with wheat and corn also aboard.

Salisbury London Lord Salisbury Marquis of Lansdowne New Orleans Liverpool Barcelona Genoa Hamburg New York Tribune Daily Tribune

Annapolis Commissioned for China Station

Norfolk news describes the gunboat Annapolis being commissioned at the Norfolk navy yard and set to sail for the China station. The Frolic likely accompanies due to coal bunkers limited capacity, making a solo voyage risky.

Orient Norfolk Annapolis Norfolk Navy Yard China Station

Senator Davis Progress Report in St. Paul

Senator Davis remains under medical care in St. Paul as he recovers from a six week illness. Mrs. Davis says she is confident he will soon be able to be about.

Senator Davis St. Paul Ushman K. Davis

Azcarraga Accepts Navy Budget Plan. Ramos Becomes Marine Minister

Madrid on November 1 reports Premier Azcarraga accepted Rear Admiral Ramos's budget conditions and Ramos was sworn in as minister of marine. The move details a major reshuffle in Spain's naval governance and budgeting.

Spain Madrid Azcarraga Ramos

Johnson Reconciles Manning on League Expansion

President B B Johnson of the American league reached a deal with James Manning of Kansas City to support the expansion plan. Manning has nearly decided to move his team and accept the franchise offered in Washington.

Washington Chicago B. B. Johnson James Manning Kansas City Manning

Anti Tax Riots Strike Romanian District

In Roumania the Serat district saw serious anti tax riots with two local officials killed and troops enforcing payment resisted by peasants who killed eight soldiers.

Vienna Serat Roumania

Rice forgery case suspect confesses in court move

Charles F. Jones, jailed in the Tombs for forgery tied to William M. Rice's will, was taken to the district attorney's office for a private meeting with Assistant District Attorney Osborne, Captain McCluskey, and Rice estate Counsel Baker amid circulating rumors of a possible confession.

New York Charles F. Jones William M. Rice District Attorney’s Office Osborne McCluskey Detective Bureau Baker Rice Jonas

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