21 May 1900
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Newspaper
El Paso Daily Herald
Location
El Paso, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1900
Page
1
The News officially confirms Mafeking relief with details noted. Authorities report the relief operation progressed smoothly and communication lines opened. Further specifics of dates and involved units are outlined in the update.
Dispatches from London report the Mafeking relief is officially confirmed. Gen Roberts notes May 13 battle near Molopo Valley with 61x killed, 2 officers and 9 men wounded. 108 prisoners taken including Eloff. Mahone reports May 15 pursuit by Boer force. May 21 Buller delay due to railway destruction. Hunter advances with hospital train toward Mafeking.
The state secretary lists El Paso businesses forfeited for non payment of franchise tax. The names include Bargman Mercantile Co Consumers Ice and Cold Storage Co Caples Lumber Co El Paso Street Railway Co El Paso Street Railway and Bridge El Paso and Juarez Traction Co El Paso Grocery Co El Paso Southern Railway Co El Paso Commercial Co El Paso Club International Lumber Co H Lesinsky Co J H Nations Meat and Supply Co Newman Carroll Brick Co Pioneer Grocery Co Purdicion de Fierro de Terreon Pilares Mining Co St Louis Furniture Co Times Publishing Co Vinton Brick and Tile Co Western Abstract Co White Oaks Fuel Co.
Henry Jones a prominent Carlsbad stockman under an episode of temporary insanity attempted suicide by slashing his throat with a large knife. The blade missed the jugular by a fraction and medical help saved his life. His long prominence in local cattle affairs stirred the town.
Nettie Abbey once a Cleveland society belle is jailed in Raymond Street Brooklyn on bigamy charges. The daughter of Judge Abbey, a Baptist deacon who counted J D Rockefeller among Cleveland’s elite, she has had five husbands, led an elopement, and undergone three divorces.
In Las Cruces New Mexico the Dona Ana County Republican office was found on fire at 9 15 this morning. Firefighters reported the blaze under control by 10 o clock and the extent of the damage was not yet known.
San Antonio May 21 Arthur Williams accused in the murder of Jack Hardesty at Laredo was granted a new trial today. Authorities say the defendant faced a murder charge and the court ordered a retrial.
New York metal market notes copper at 16, silver at 604, lead at 4.20 per unit. Mexican money quotation in El Paso today listed at 474 48.
A historical item notes a man who died claiming Christian faith after committing church robberies and the killing of an elderly bell ringer. The fragment records a violent crime followed by a death, with emphasis on religious framing of the deceased.
Fritz Meyer, who murdered Policeman Smith of New York, was electrocuted at 6:05 this morning in Sing Sing prison. He faced death with indifference and between yesterday and earlier he claimed atheism but converted to Christianity the night before. On October 27, 1897, Meyer entered...
The Supreme Court dismisses the case involving W. S. Taylor as reported in back page coverage. No further details on parties or grounds are provided in the fragment.
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled it has no jurisdiction in the Kentucky gubernatorial dispute, finding no federal question. It dismissed W. S. Taylor’s petition for hearing, leaving the Democratic governor’s victory intact and validating Kentucky's action.
The program includes sessions on The Right Education for Women The Training of Young Children and The Child Saving Problem in Its Attitudes with speakers Colonel Parker and Mrs Theodore W Birney The event attracts members from across the United States and Canada.
Chopin Hall hosts El Paso colored community for Douglas school commencement. First graduation from the colored high school with graduates Miss Beasie Ann Clemons and Miss Mary Frances Grant delivering papers and essays on education and history.
Meyer attempted to rob the poor box at the Church of the Holy Redeemer in New York. A policeman named Smith confronted him and was shot dead. Meyer fled but was quickly arrested. a crowd feared lynching. Evidence showed prior robberies including the Church of the Holy Trinity and the murder of an aged bell ringer who chased him in a church.
Saturday night El Paso's Mexican society held a ball at Chopin hall with many attendees and widespread enjoyment reported by all.
The Christian church will hold an entertainment Tuesday evening the 20th at the church to showcase the best local talent. Admission is 25e, with proceeds going to buy a new organ for the church.
Democrats in Frankfort reacted with wild enthusiasm as bells rang for an hour at the courthouse. Throngs filled the streets shouting for Beckham.
The convention in Des Moines opened May 21 and runs through May 25. Governor Shaw and the mayor welcomed attendees. A capitol reception is planned, and public schools are closed to allow teachers to attend. The program includes Child Study in its Possibilities for Boys, addressing physical and mental aspects.
The report notes strong turnout anticipated, with many attendees traditionally joining in previous years, including a large number of white participants.
C. W. Edwards wed Miss Nina M. Barron the Houston artist at Mrs. Rose Keating’s San Francisco Street home with Judge A. W. Spencer officiating. Edwards, formerly with El Paso Smelting and long in Montana mining ventures, recently returned. Barron is noted as a skilled artist and musician. The couple will reside in El Paso for now.
The district court granted a divorce to Mrs. Dora Quin from Arthur Quin today.
Texas declares a statewide quarantine against San Francisco after bubonic plague is confirmed in the city. Dr. Norton orders strict inspection at El Paso and Fort Bliss with yellow flag warnings for trains, while express from Mexico may pass only if in transit before a set date.
Property owners and residents near Old Fort Bliss oppose Dr. Norton’s quarantine station set inside city limits. Notables include Mr. Fleury of the Smelter, Mrs. O Keeffe, J. G. Gaal, John Atler, Capt. McConnaughey, Dr. Safford, and Lt. Ryan. A citizen says the proper place is near the Southern Pacific bridge two miles above Old Fort Bliss to keep bubonic plague from Texas shores. Atler laments repeated government interference with his home bought from the government.
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