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Newspaper
El Paso Daily Herald
Location
El Paso, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1899
Page
1
A mine disaster results in severe fatalities with reports of several workers missing. Rescue teams and state authorities coordinate efforts to locate survivors and secure the mine while investigating the cause.
A gas explosion in the Caledonia mines at Glace Bay Cape Breton collapses the main shaft of the Dominion Coal company. Over forty workers were inside when the blast occurred and twelve bodies have been recovered with hopes fading for others.
The ordnance department will send General Otis six thousand rounds of smokeless ammunition for six pound rapid fire guns now in use in the Philippines. In addition several million rounds of small arms ammo have already been sent from San Francisco and should reach the Philippines within a week.
E. D. Betts unveils a "cyclone annihilator" device offered to the U S government. A small cannon fires automatically at approaching twisters, breaking their force into harmless zephyrs.
The death of Rear Admiral Pierce Crosby in Washington marks the passing of the last active Farragut era officer. Born June 16, 1824 in Chester Pennsylvania to English parents, he would have turned 75 today.
Bellamy Storer the new United States minister was presented at court in Madrid. Felicitous addresses hoped to renew and continue the pleasant relations between Spain and the United States that existed prior to the war.
The sixth annual Southern Students Conference of college Young Men’s Christian Associations opened in Asheville North Carolina with a large attendance. The gathering is one of four yearly events under the International committee of Young Men’s Christian Associations.
Paris dispatch dated June 16 reports M Andree Belgian consul general at Brussels describing the Luna death incident. The interview covers details of the case and potential implications for island affairs.
John Berry, a colored man, was hanged in Baltimore today for the March 18 murder of Miss Amanda Clark in Prince George's county. He attacker Miss Amanda Clark with stove wood, crushed her skull, fatally injured Miss Annie Clark, and rifled the house before confessing to the coroner's jury.
Mrs Jane Stanford donated 1700 acres in Lassers county and 160 acres in Tehama county to Stanford University. The transfer occurred before she sailed for Europe last week.
In New York on June 16, striking knee pants makers negotiate with firms for a settlement expected today. Meanwhile the strike of children's jacket makers continues with no end in sight.
Denver June 16 Governor Grant representing smelter owners refuses to meet the federation of labor committee flaring tensions over the smelter sit down dispute. No progress reported as stalemate continues in the capital.
Reports describe a fever outbreak causing fear among soldiers civilians and authorities. Private Kehr is the only death confirmed so far after a 36 hour illness as residents debate leaving the city to escape the danger.
Kingston Jamaica June 16. Ex Chief Clarence of the Mosquito Indians of Nicaragua denies intent to lead a revolt now forming against Nicaragua. He is engaged to marry an English girl and has no plan to leave Jamaica.
Manila reports a rumor that Aguinaldo has been assassinated with no confirmation. The Filipino junta in London denies any such action.
In Birmingham on June 16, about 7000 Ishkcoda mine workers walked out demanding higher wages. The walkout began today as part of a wage dispute affecting operations in the region.
The local smelters' union plans a committee from Grant's smelter to request audience with Governor Grant to resolve the dispute. Guggenheim sends a pay telegram to yard men in Long Branch. Cripple Creek reports steady tonnage while Leadville mines resume eight hour shifts despite early trouble. A discharged worker named George Weidne figures in the morning incidents.
A man named Weidner fired a shot at Under Sheriff Long, the bullet passing through the officer’s hat. Weidner, reportedly heavily drinking, aimed to kill an official. The scene surrounding the emelters remained quiet afterward.
Gen Otis reports heavy clash near San Fernando as Aguinaldo directed attack. Filipino forces attacked MacArthur troops early morning. more than fifty insurgents killed, others wounded. American casualties 14 wounded. Rebels retreat after brief engagement.
The jury convicted George Barrow of kidnapping Marion Clark after a 25 minute deliberation. Justice Fursman sentenced Barrow to 14 years and ten months at Sing Sing, followed by four years for nurse Bella Anderson who was also sentenced.
New York June 16 The Standard Oil Trust through attorney Samuel S Dodd announced a capitalization rise to 110 million dollars Dodd said the move explains Wall Street reports that the trust would dissolve and a new company form due to recent Ohio action.
In Paris on June 16 the Auteuil rioters trial exposes police methods during searches of prisoners apartments. Count De Dion alleges letters from women were seized, risking compromise and blackmail.
Cuban soldiers arrive in Havana to collect pay and surrender their weapons without protest as funds are distributed swiftly across the city.
Cleveland June 17. Quiet scene at Lake View barns as cars began this morning with only track debris causing brief delays. No trouble reported.
Singapore observers report the Olympus left for Colombo Ceylon this morning under Dewey era scrutiny as naval movements continue.
New York copper opened at 18.50, silver at 6.02 per troy ounce, and lead at 4.25 as market quotes were reported.
San Antonio street tailor I Schlinger allegedly threatened to shoot Shoemaker Kahn. Kabou swore out a warrant and Schlinger was bailed at 8100 to keep the peace by Justice Spencer this morning.
Editor of the Herald invites to breakfast at Clouccroeft among the clouds this Saturday June 117. Arrangements via El Paso and Northeastero with sledges and snow shoes and a guide to meet at Toboggan. Weather says cool with zero temperatures and ample ice for canteloupes.
Reports from San Antonio on June 16 describe a massive cloud burst and flood that have submerged Spofford and Bracketville. Bridges and telegraph lines are down, isolating both towns and hindering casualty and damage assessments. Ten bridges and twelve miles of Southern Pacific track were washed away, with sections swept into the woods.
Eli Perkins faced a preliminary hearing after admitting the back stab at Wigwam saloon yesterday morning. He was bound over and remanded to county jail in $200 bond with potential release if friends post bail.
Guy Owen, a twelve year old boy noted for repeated run ins with police, is back in custody after entering Emma Campbell's home and stealing a small sum. His parents agreed to send him to the reform school due to lack of parental control. Constable Ten Eyck arrested him. he remains in county jail.
C La Forque and his wife arrived in El Paso yesterday from the City of Mexico. La Forque will tour the extensive copper mines in Michoacan, a major producer in the republic. They plan to visit Denver and then New York before sailing back to France.
Yesterday deeds were filed noting J J Stewart to W F Payne trustee for Vinton Brick company land along the Santa Fe railway described as 48 rods north from survey 144 for 1. Sargeant Smith to W S McCubelon lots 11 12 13 and 14 in Campbell s block 132 for 2750. Joseph Magoffin to J A Happer tract in Millis block 13 and other tracts for 3250. Joseph Magoffin to Millard Patterson tract in Millis block 13 97 by 48 feet for 8500. Merchants lunch at Bank Saloon.
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