Ghar Wins The Contes Open Ballot caucus
The House caucus chose Eaton as the Republican speaker candidate after an open ballot vote ended in Bowen and Cummins both seeking support. George A. Newman was elected Senate secretary. The outcome signals Gear’s defeat in the gubernatorial race and Cummins’ likely withdrawal from the senatorial contest.
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Senate
Harrison Snubs Altgeld At Chicago Democratic Event
In Chicago on the eve of a notable Democratic gathering for Jackson’s birthday, Mayor Harrison and ex-Gov. Altgeld clashed yet again. Harrison refused to attend a private dinner at the Sherman House that Altgeld had accepted, signaling continued discord between rival factions within the party. Altgeld accepted the invitation, but a Harrison aide said he would not attend, underscoring a split ahead of the presidential campaign.
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Sherman House
Automobiles of Paris to Head 1900 Exposition Display
The Automobile club of France will organize the automotive section of the 1900 exposition to be built in the Vincennes park annex. A $20,000 allocation funds races and displays across four classes of vehicles, with electric car charging stations and an electric indicator board tracking race progress.
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Vincennes Park
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Scientific American
Ad de Tpte Fond
Cuba
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Promotions in the Navy and the Clark Case
Secretary Long urges reform of naval rewards saying the current system unfairly favors some officers while leaving others unrewarded. He highlights Capt. Charles E. Clark and advocates Senate bills 330 and 6006 to grant an “honor medal” and equitable promotion for wartime service. The letter to the naval affairs committees calls for early congressional action and cites prior acts and proposed substitutes to fix the system.
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Dyer
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Manlin
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Congress
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John D. Long
Pella Council Adopts Unanimous Resolutions At Regular Meeting
At the regular meeting of the city council of Pella Iowa, the original Hollander settlement in this state, resolutions were unanimously adopted in part AB. The report mentions the cause of human Bert and individuals defending their homes amid an unspecified threat or conflict.
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Towa
Support for Transvaal and Orange Free State in South Africa
A fragment expresses strong American sympathy for the Transvaal and Orange Free State, praising their struggle for self government against British intrusion. It hopes for ultimate victory and a climate that drives the oppressor from the land.
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War news from London and social aid to wounded soldiers
London dispatch reports no major change in South Africa war, while coal shortages persist and wartime seizures of contraband prompt debate. Notable private benevolence includes Grosvenor Square hospital setup for six wounded soldiers and aristocrats funding care. Chicago boxing match notes Kroester KO’d by Drin coll.
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London
South Africa
Marquez Lorenzo
Germany
Foreign Office
Tuondons
United States
England
Rew
Charles
Beresford
Naval Signalliing School
Boaard
Portsmouth
Mediterranean
Tron Ana
Trene
Siege near Ladysmith in cave dwellings amid heat
Descriptions from Enslin and Ladysmith narrate brutal conditions in South Africa. Heat drives soldiers to drink from engine exhausts as battles rage for control. Reports detail trench fighting, captain Fitzclarence's gallantry, and Boer nerves, with civilians seeking shelter in caves and burrows near the besieged town.
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Protectorate Regiment
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Protectorate
Bowen Selected for Speaker Promotions in the Navy
A digest of today’s front pages notes Bowen chosen as speaker amidst Navy promotions. The British persevere amid thirst as German plans loom. Readers see a caricature on The Girl of 1900 and social week notes.
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Dubuquer
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John Buil
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Mormon
Ladysmith War Dispatches Highlight Artillery Gaps
The Standard’s Ladysmith representative recounts Boer gun positions on tawny hills and across ridges. A balloon report cites 20 000 to 30 000 enemy guns while the Prince of Wales birthday salute and Madder River fighting produce notable losses and heat. The piece critiques British artillery range and fuse limits, noting ineffective fire during siege conditions.
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Elandslaagie
Vance
German Press Reports British Seizures Stir Public Fury
Berlin dispatch notes rising German anger over British seizure of German steamers and the General. Government seeks neutral stance while awaiting Britain’s action, with debates over the Bundesrath case, potential emergency bill, and canal repairs cited as context. Subscriptions for South Africa’s sick and wounded are requested.
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Bankruptcy filing from Halberth Warner pages Rochester debts
New York January 6 Halberth Warner once a noted patent medicine maker filed a bankruptcy petition. Liabilities amount to 2 315 627 with no assets. Debts were incurred in Rochester before 1893 when he made an assignment. Creditors listed across various states in the schedule.
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