04 Apr 1900
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Newspaper
El Paso Daily Herald
Location
El Paso, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1900
Page
1
April 4 report shows Admiral Dewey weighing a presidential run. Critics wonder which party he may favor while Dewey confirms the New York interview was authentic and signals willingness to serve if the public desires it.
Boston April 5 naval officers and guests arrive for the wedding of Miss Nannie Sampson daughter of Rear Admiral William T. Sampson and Ensign Wat Tyler Cluverine at the admiral’s Charlestown Navy Yard home. The Rev Frank J. Goodwin will officiate with only the bride’s niece as a attending bridesmaid.
The fourth daughter of a prominent San Francisco shipbuilding family will wed Ensign Cluverius, a Louisiana native who met Miss Nannie in 1894 at Annapolis. He graduated in 1896, served on the Scorpion with Admiral Sampson, and after the Spanish American War will be stationed as gunnery instructor at Annapolis.
The midroad faction of the populist party met at the labor lyceum to formulate a platform elect delegates to Cincinnati and nominate governor and state officers. Speakers reaffirmed allegiance to the Omaha platform and urged an aggressive campaign until the November election.
London reports little front news with Boer command retreating east of Bloemfontein and Roberts placing Boer strength at six to ten thousand with Creusot guns. Authorities expect a larger force to guard British lines as censor notes possible advance. No updates from Nats or Warrenton on the Vaal river.
London reports that before leaving for South Africa Queen Victoria gave Lady Roberts a sealed package with instructions not to open it until her return. Upon unwrapping she learned the gift was the Victoria Cross awarded to her son who died heroically while attempting to save the guns at Colenso during the Boer War.
The convention hall in Kansas City is burning toward a total loss. Spectators had already subscribed $10,000 to rebuild before the roof collapsed. Directors expect rebuilding to be complete in time for the Democratic convention on July 4.
Carve Town April 4. News confirms Webster Davis resigns to speak pro Boer without official embarrassment causing a sensation among party supporters and opponents alike.
A would be assailant aimed at the Prince of Wales in Brussels as security moved to thwart the plot. Police investigated the incident and tightened protections around the royal party.
A man fired two shots at the Prince of Wales in Brussels station Da Nord as he and the Princess left a train. Both shots missed. the would be assassin was seized and detained. The couple were en route to Denmark after departing London.
Special Dispatch to the Herald reports Officer Scarborough was ambushed and shot in the leg while pursuing Brooks and Stephenson who escaped from Grant County jail in San Simon. He will be taken to Deming for treatment.
Detroit April 4 Mayor Maybury proposes a plan to have the American League of Municipalities decide next July to prohibit plays deemed degenerates in their cities. The league represents about two hundred municipalities and may extend suppression to major urban centers.
Reports from London on April 4 state the Congo Free State is in revolt against Belgian officials. Word says officials ordered a massacre of natives, including women and children, after rubber collection targets were unmet.
Copper 164 units, silver 59 percent, and lead at 4.45 per unit are listed in the New York market update for April 4. The brief commodity summary notes those key metal prices without further context.
Mary S. P. Hammett principal Campbell Real Estate buys the entire D. R. Francis hotel block from the company. I W Rogers remains lessee and will continue in charge. All ground floor stores are already rented.
The city received an order from Washington directing the surrender to Mexico of Blas Aguirre. The document signifies a formal step in ongoing diplomatic negotiations and sets the stage for subsequent legal and administrative actions locally.
A royal visit unfolds as Queen travels to Ireland with a schedule of engagements and greetings. Officials cite diplomacy and cultural exchange as central aims of the visit.
Queen Victoria arrived in Kingstown and was greeted by a massive Dublin crowd amid elaborate arches, bunting, and a royal procession. Irish reception mixed loyalty with respectful silence from nationalists as guards kept order.
A curious question in England concerns the date of Easter Day this year. The Book of Common Prayer governs the rule: Easter is always the first Sunday after the full moon following the vernal equinox.
Arthur Williams, a Black ex soldier, was found guilty in the U.S. district court at Laredo of murdering Jack Hardesty, a railroad man. He has been moved to San Antonio for safety while his motion for a new trial is decided and awaits execution by the U.S. marshal if the motion is denied.
Judge Walthall freed R. B. Isaac on his own recognizance after his lawyer argued the first marriage remained valid at the time of the second, a claim the state’s evidence supported. Isaac plans to seek work with the Southern Pacific, and with a third wife’s divorce he is once more a free man.
The funeral for Lloyd S Freeborn 55, a veteran Union soldier, was held today at 2 PM in the city. Rev A M Lumpkin of the First M E Church conducted services with Grand Army members and friends in attendance. Interment followed at Concordia. he leaves a wife and two children.
El Paso fans rally around a quiet group as local supporters gather for a small music event. Organizers emphasize community spirit and faithful turnout to sustain a niche scene. A modest crowd enjoys intimate performances by emerging acts.
El Paso gears up for the 1900 baseball season as the national league opener on April 19 approaches. Local clubs anticipate an exciting year with plans to tour Mexico City, arrange excursions, and recruit rosters while inviting community support and donations for equipment and travel.
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