Cousin John Bull A King
A concise note references Cousin John Bull as a king figure in a historical context. The fragment hints at a personified sovereign role or symbolic status within the text.
19 May 1900
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Newspaper
El Paso Daily Herald
Location
El Paso, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1900
Page
1
A concise note references Cousin John Bull as a king figure in a historical context. The fragment hints at a personified sovereign role or symbolic status within the text.
London and towns celebrate Mafeking relief amid delayed official confirmation. Crowds cheer Baden-Powell and Lord Roberts at the Mansion House, with police precautions for tonight’s events. Cape Colony troopers, 1500 strong, report minor casualties and a Boer retreat.
Admiral Ahmed Pasha, envoy of the sultan of Turkey, arrived in port aboard the Augusta Victoria and likely proceeded to Washington. He is said to be empowered to settle the indemnity dispute with the United States and may order a warship with a plan to pay $90,000 to the U.S. government as part of the settlement.
At Samoan island Cubig, Filipinos who killed nineteen Forty third infantry soldiers lost about 200 of their number in an assault on the garrison. Major Gilmore with 100 men pursued survivors to Pambujao where a stand ended with 15 dead on the field. One American wounded.
The Grant statue presented by the Grand Army of the Republic was formally accepted by Congress. The ceremony followed a noon reading of the journal with remarks by multiple representatives and governors. The fund began in 1885, totaling 11114 dollars by 1890, funded by 15 cent contributions from comrades.
This morning at 5 o clock cattleman Andy Wilson was killed by Bob Lee in his camp after a quarrel during cattle loading. Lee fired three shots in self defense as Wilson attacked with a Winchester. Lee surrendered in Casas Grandes and is viewed by authorities as justifiable.
In San Francisco May 19 health board follows Mayor Phelan to withhold plague details. Officials say district under surveillance while inspectors, including over fifty, screen Chinatown and Outgoing trains and ferries. The newspapers have suppressed the matter.
The envoys extraordinary from the Transvaal and the Orange Free State will remain at the Arlington Hotel until late afternoon and plan to meet with many congressmen and prominent citizens. They were welcomed in New York and Washington with large crowds and cheers on arrival. In the Senate Mr. Allen urged granting them Senate privileges, a move opposed by Mr. Hawley and deferred to Monday.
General Stewart L. Woodford former U S minister at Madrid says Spain's future hinges on relinquishing colonies He believes national rejuvenation follows years of costly empire duties and that war with the United States proved a blessing in disguise for Spain's governing class.
Three trainmen died and nine were injured when a freight train wrecked through a Clifton bridge this morning. The fatalities are foreman Dick McAfee, engineer D. Y. Slotlan, and brakeman Simmons. Several bridge repair workers were among the injured.
The Corinthia, en route from New Orleans to Cape Town with mule cargo for British forces, ran aground at Point Gravois on Hayti's south coast. It carries 140 aboard including sailors and mule handlers, with no confirmed loss of life. Nine Russian emigrants from Mexico, part of a missing group, passed through El Paso recently bound for Oklahoma.
Commander C. C. Todd, hydrographer in the navy department, is suspended by Secretary Long pending inquiry after he wrote letters to officers and lawmakers regarding ocean and lake surveys. The dispute concerns the Coast and Geodetic Survey and the navy over surveys and transfer of duties. Representative Cannon objected to Todd's actions.
Admiral Dewey and Mrs. Dewey depart Washington at noon for Baltimore aboard President Cassatt's private car on the Pennsylvania railroad.
New York reports copper at 16 percent, silver at 604, lead 420. Mexican money quotation at El Paso today 474 48.
Mies May 19. Philip Shaw, manager of Mary Compton's plantation near Minter City, was shot and hanged.
Two Black men, William Fisher and his son, were fatally harmed yesterday in a mob incident. The violence followed a confrontation over the possession of a Black girl, with authorities investigating the related deaths.
In the senate today Mr. Frye read a telegram from Governor Smith announcing he disregarded and revoked the Senate appointment made by Lieutenant Governor Spriggs. The message was tabled.
In Denver on May 19 the federation of miners adopted a resolution urging local unions to compel members to vote. The move marks a political shift as the miners decide to enter politics and influence elections.
Jeffries announces he will quit boxing after September to take a year on the stage. Between now and September he will fight two or three championship battles as part of his plan.
The 1900 club will convene this evening at Leon Gempets residence 310 E Overland street for a business and social session. All members should attend as important business will include a proposal to rename the club. Refreshments and social games follow the session.
Fred Meines age 13 died this morning at Main and Kansas. Funeral tomorrow at 3 from home under Nagley Lyons. Nora Gatlin age nine months died this morning at 703 East Second Street. Funeral today at 3 from home under Nagley Lyons. Mrs Julia Perry colored died yesterday and will be shipped to San Antonio this evening with Mr Perry, under Nagley Lyons.
Martin Castro pleaded guilty in Justice Spencer's court this morning to disturbing the peace and was fined one dollar plus costs. The Alberto Bencomo case was postponed until 4 pm. Bencomo faces charges of altering a receipt from seven dollars to seventeen dollars issued by Francisco Cass.
Mrs. Leonie Galiano through her attorneys Patterson and Wallace files for divorce from Nicholas Galiano a Galveston resident alleging cruel treatment as grounds. She seeks restoration of her maiden name Leone Gardelle and division of community property located in El Paso.
In El Paso a Boston resident Patsy Mulligan brother in law of Ben Grant is reported to have made a fortune at Caps Nome Alaska where he moved about a year ago A claim in which Mulligan owned one third interest reportedly sold for 500000 dollars This news comes as a notable local rumor with strong ties to Ben Grant and the Boston family.
Real estate transfers record Campbell's Addition A M Looms to J H Simmons lots 13 and 14 block 51 for 625 dollars. Franklin Heights Addition W B Anderson to John Davidson contains the west 40 feet of lots 12 to 15 block 256 for 400 dollars.
A new store room is being erected on Stanton Street between San Antonio and Overland Streets. The building will be occupied by the Goodman Produce Company.
Ralph S. Connell filed in district court for permission to practice law.
Crowded Myar Opera House hosts El Paso high school graduation ceremony with 21 graduates. Notable performances include Thomas Jefferson life sketch by Salby Townsend, Rosamond Windsor mandolia, and Bessie Mitchell essay on truth and beauty. Debates feature Edgar Kayser and Willie Schutz on Briton or Boer. Continuation noted on page 5.
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