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Newspaper
Dubuque Sunday Herald
Location
Dubuque, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1900
Page
4
The Herald lists delivery by carrier and by mail rates for The Herald and Sunday editions. Subscribers are asked to report missed deliveries to the office and to address business or title letters to The Herald, Dubuque, Iowa.
The editorial argues the United States must protect American citizens in China with full force if needed, while remaining neutral toward other nations. It warns that China’s weakness risks foreign partition, and cautions against entanglement with Britain to avoid entangling alliances.
The Herald condemns the nomination of Hazel to the New York judicial district noting President McKinley promised state senators would handle appointments. It cites a New York Bar Association protest over Hazel’s yacht sale for $80,000 and a $5,000 commission. It highlights Senator Pratt as central to Republican politics and criticizes Ross Platt for corruption.
Advertises a half price sale with ladies’ suits and all wool jackets. Features coats at 10 dollars and cheviot suits priced around 14.98 with tailoring notes. Also mentions ginghams and fabric selections in a busy, promotional listing.
The article argues the President may err in bench or trusted posts and that responsibility lies with him when a candidate lacks professional fitness after being informed of the facts. It suggests the Bar Association and others can't shield the judiciary from flawed choices.
The Herald urges thorough census enumeration in Dubuque and beyond. It asks residents, employers, and managers to report any unenumerated people by writing names to the postmaster or the Herald office to ensure an accurate city census.
Pension Commissioner Evans is toppled by the Republican National Committee as Brownlow, a congressman and son of Parson Browns low editor of the Knoxville Whig, wins the Tennessee contest. Critics note Hanna's grip on the party and the push for silver, while a Des Moines Capital quote predicts continued opposition to Bryan and Jones. A court ruling from Judge Townsend discusses Porto Rico's status for taxation within the United States.
The piece surveys policy quirks in agriculture with James Wilson's palm experiments in Arizona and Kansas labor needs. It mocks Neeley for VP prospects, notes Tom Platt's influence, and cites quotes from Des Moines Leader about a booming prosperity press bureau and farmer losses in New Jersey and Missouri.
The column surveys political missteps and local editor swaps, noting the Des Moines saloon paradox and critiques of St Louis and Missouri leaders. It reports Jud C. Welliver's purchase of a Tribune stake, George H. Allen’s retirement, Sunday school attendance in Burlington, and various public inquiries and appointments including Prof. Kent’s Turkish farming post and Edwin Hurd Conger’s Pekin mission.
The article traces a man’s career from private in the 100th Illinois Infantry through captain and brevet major, then Albany Law School graduate in 1866, practicing law in Galesburg and Dexter Iowa, farming, stock raising, banking, serving as Dallas County treasurer in 1877 and 1879, Iowa state treasurer elected in 1880 and re-elected in 1882, three terms in Congress, and a diplomatic post as minister to Brazil before Pekin. It notes storm damage to Iowa’s state house totaling $1000, comments on Sioux City saloons and a new Fort Scott Sugar and Sorghum company incorporating in Davenport with $89,000 capital and ties to Fort Scott capitalists.
Real estate transfers listed include F Thill to J I K Entringer south half of lot 52 Stafford's addition at 240. J C Aegerter to M A Lindemann lot 88 East Cascade 1 400. J J Nagle to B E Callahan lot d of 29 Oak Grove 300. plus multiple deeds in East Dubuque Dodge town Concord and McCraney areas totaling 939 813. Also notes on political events and arrivals in Dubuque and national committee meetings June 16.
A semi political group named the Knockers departs at 8 am with about twenty five members for a secret picnic on Sageville road. Chaperones include Pete McLaughlin and County Auditor Welmer with other officials assisting. A morning baseball game and discussions on politics are planned before returning tonight.
Washington reports renewed health measures to stop plague exposure spread from San Francisco. Surgeon Kinyoun states that if a court abandons the cordon around Chinese quarters the May 22 regulations will be enforced to bar travelers from leaving the city without Marine Hospital certificates and to reinforce state line guards.
Friends learn with regret that Harry Glasser, son of Col. Dan Glasser, is seriously ill with diphtheria after Friday illness following a fine Thursday at the post office. Mrs Glasser visits Atlantic City. Tibbie Westphal helps at home as the case remains serious yet not alarming.
Washington reports authoritative circles discuss harmonizing actions of powers to maintain world peace. French pressure favors balance in the east to deter any single European power from a strong China stance. A false rumor claimed German envoy Baron Von Ketteler was killed, unsettling officials. No confirmation from the State Department or German embassy.
Lord Roberts reports Baden Powell’s expedition occupies Rustenburg and plans to meet him. Hunter moves toward Johannesburg. Buller near Standerton. Heidelberg threatened, Orange River colony to be cleared. Thousands of arms surrendered, Hals Eloff and Piet Kruger to present themselves. Botha’s army retreating, rumor of surrender negotiations through wives.
In New York on June 16 Patrolman Cornelius of the Brooklyn force fatally shot Patrick Farley a pugilist who had been arrested for drunken violence against his wife and resisting officers. After a struggle Farley was subdued and taken to the star house. as Cornelius pursued Farley he tripped and Farley fled, then the officer shot him in the back killing him instantly.
In Philadelphia on June 16,Messrs Fischer Wes Wolmarans arrived and settled at Walton Center amid active political activity. The visitors said they came as observers to study how nominations for the presidency are made and had not planned meetings before the convention.
Liverpool June 16 Cunard steamer Luciana sails from the airport today carrying passengers. A query asks for the name of Richard Croker. Mrs. Dominic Welu of Cannon and Laurel streets welcomes a baby boy. Job ads seek district manager, Chicago stock requirement, and other positions in Illinois and Ohio with salaries and conditions.
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