09 Jan 1901
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Newspaper
El Paso Daily Herald
Location
El Paso, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1901
Page
1
Rome news reports the pope at a reception with English pilgrims lamenting Protestant propaganda against the papacy. The pontiff voices concern over efforts to undermine church authority during the visit dated January 9.
In January reports Cape Town endures a state of suspense as Boer raiders loot near Kimberley and threaten towns along the Orange River belt. A Transvaal engagement leaves British forces with heavy losses while rumors fuel excitement across Cape Town amid uncertain intelligence.
The harbor excursion steamer Idlewild, docked for winter at Richards Street, Brooklyn, caught fire and drifted into the basin. It collided with the steamship Studerstan of Liverpool, both catching fire and burning a four story Beard's store. The Idlewild was wrecked. Studenstal and two docks were damaged. About 800 pilgrims including Norfolk Duke attended a ceremony, with remarks about papal independence amid controversy.
Financial powers shaping the railroads plan mass layoff of traveling passengers and freight agents and other solicitation officials. The reform follows recent major deals by J Pierpont Morgan James J Hill John D Rockefeller and others in Chicago.
The Frerco ball in New York began quiet and tame but ended early with a free fight led by police and waiters. Inspector Thompson and many others were bruised. The event started with dancers of mature years and later attendees in varied costumes tried to liven the hall.
Special Dispatch from Odessa Texas reports a local option vote with forty two for prohibition and forty two against amid evident strong feeling. One saloon operated in the precinct and there is talk of a possible contest.
Dr. W. R. Swan of the state board of health reports 267 cases of smallpox in Kansas. He says the disease type is more severe than last winter and predicts a considerably larger number of fatalities.
In Austin on January 9 the senate completed its organization and adjourned until tomorrow while the house remains in the process. Governor's message expected tomorrow. Mark L. Goodwin of El Paso was elected senate journal clerk without opposition.
The appellate court reversed the lower court judgment in the Banner Distilling Co. v. J. P. Dieter case from El Paso and remanded the matter. The report notes Dieter played the same game there that he worked in El Paso and references representatives in Congress under the new bill.
A. N. Garston and his young wife spent October in Paso del Norte. Garston issued worthless checks then fled to Chihuahua with his wife. In Chihuahua she endured deprivation living in a hotel and later a parlor with dancers. Garston moved between hotels, was arrested for debt, escaped, and has since vanished. He was once an assistant traveling agent for the Illinois Central railroad. The report continues on the fifth page.
Long Branch and Lehigh Valley engines collided at the Perth Amboy crossing as both crews tried to cross simultaneously. The Long Branch passenger train was heavily damaged and five people were seriously hurt.
Report from Union Springs states Bass Frazer, 19, son of wealthy N H Frazer parents, was kidnapped in Atlanta Sunday by unknowns and likely held for ransom in Kansas City. Last seen at his Spring Street boarding house Saturday evening before vanishing. The note notes no congressman loss under the bill and lists state gains against gerrymandering.
A large crowd attended funeral services for Philip D Armour in Chicago. Private family rites were held at Prairie Avenue with Dr. Frank W Gunsaulus delivering prayers and scripture. Public services followed at the Armour Institute chapel before a special funeral train conveyed the body to Graceland.
Members vote for nine director positions as polls open in chamber rooms. Krakauer withdrew. ballots open until 8 o'clock before the annual meeting. All members urged to attend both voting and the yearly gathering.
A local report notes a mail steamer cutting past disruptions to finish the year strong. Ty’s commentary highlights the vessel’s steady progress and a fresh start for ongoing mail service operations.
The article lists the newly appointed directors at Pieces on the Rocks, detailing their names and roles within the organization.
Marseilles reports the mail steamer Aussie grounded on Faraman Island is being pounded by high seas. Ninety passengers and crew are feared dead as rescuers fail to reach the vessel amid dangerous rocks and raging tempest. The Toulon tug Travailleur plans a risky approach. Tonight's chamber of commerce meeting urges public attendance and a mining convention vote.
A cryptic note indicates Blas Aguirre faces a sentence while Consul Mills hosts or entertains several wrecks in a gathering or event.
General Merriam suggests the sentence of Blas Aguirre may still be commuted. A rumor has circulated that the American Mexican would be moved from execution in Juarez to twenty years in prison.
General Merriam plans to reestablish Fort Whipple after investigating the abandoned post in Prescott Arizona. Aguirre remains imprisoned in Chihuahua with no sentence change. Aguirre’s mother sought aid from Governor Ahumada who offered limited response. Consul Mills in Chihuahua hopes for a reprieve and a light sentence. the governor pledged to review the case.
Bankers in Chihuahua express concern over Mexican finance trends causing anxiety among lenders. Officials cite rising volatility, inflation, and policy uncertainty impacting lending, investment, and regional credit conditions.
The Herald interviews Enrique Creel, head of Banco Minero in Chihuahua, on Mexico’s escalating financial strain. Bank failures, mounting bad debts, restricted note cashing, soaring interest, and evaporating silver reserves threaten most banks and merchants across the republic.
In New York on January 9 three Bellevue hospital nurses Davis Marshall and Dean were indicted by the coroner's jury for beating and choking to death Louis Hilliard a patient in the pavilion for the insane. They face manslaughter in the first degree with a maximum penalty of twenty years and were initially urged to indict for murder in the first degree.
The president remains in his room with a stubborn cold but health officers say there is no danger. His physician advised rest for a few days, and the president has chosen to follow that plan.
Senate progress on the army reorganization bill is slow and alarms supporters. The delay stems from debates over volunteer eligibility for commissions and new army appointments.
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