John Sherman Dies at 78 After Long Public Service
Former U S Representative and long serving Senator John Sherman died at his Washington residence. He was in poor health for over a year following a series of illnesses including pneumonia in 1899 during a West Indies trip. Sherman's wife died during a Mansfield Ohio visit, leaving him deeply distressed before his final weeks bedridden at home.
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John Sherman A Biography From Ohio to Washington
A condensed life of John Sherman born Lancaster Ohio May 10 1823 charting his rise from modest beginnings to national service. He practiced law in Mansfield then held pivotal roles as congressman senator secretary of the treasury and secretary of state. The piece notes his early schooling family hardship war duties financial policy and wealth tied to Washington real estate and Mansfield holdings.
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Kenyon College
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Cabinet Shies at Weyler as Spanish Cabinet Resigns
Spain's cabinet resigns after Gen Weyler is named captain general of Madrid. Senor Dato and Senor Gasquet resign, prompting a mass resignation by the cabinet. Queen Regent appoints Gen Aguilaraga to form a new ministry with Gen Linares as war minister and Gen Weyler to lead Madrid affairs. The move sparks debate over a personal government in Madrid.
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Gen. Weyler
Madrid
Linares
Werler
Silvelu
New York Money Market Tone Looser Despite Steady Rates
New York samples show little rate change but easier market sentiment with demand for currency easing and gold flowing in from Klondike and Europe. Stock trading improves with outsiders returning, while loan disturbances from rising rates are small and inconsequential overall. Chicago beans show mixed profits and weather aids early corn movement, with hog markets weaker amid shifting speculation and uncertain deliveries.
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Chicago
Board of Trade
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Corneo
Crazy criminals in revolt at Matteawan and Severn
A major escape attempt broke out Sunday evening at Matteawan State Hospital for insane criminals. Inmates overpowered keepers, seized keys, unlocked doors, and fought toward the outer walls with crockery and furniture as clubs. Some escaped but most were recaptured after serious injuries to guards. Officials expect to eventually recapture all fugitives.
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Matteawan Hospital
Severn Mecape
New York State
Matteawan State Hospital
Indemnity Proposed for Italian Victims at Yallalah
The President will urge Congress to grant indemnities to the families of four Italians killed by a mob at Yallalah Gi two years ago. A Department of Justice report confirms the mob killed the men and no perpetrators were punished by state authorities despite prior investigations and grand jury proceedings. The action follows Italian government protests and aims to provide reparations per victim.
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Tornado Kills Six near Lodi Lexas Texas
A tornado struck about a mile west of Lodi Lexas Sunday evening, destroying a central house occupied by colored people. Six were killed, three missing likely dead. The cyclone moved southwest to northwest, crossing the Pacific railroad at Capletsville Spur two miles north of Lodi, scattering lumber in all directions and raising fears of further deaths.
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Indaiga Sturvine Report From Agassaiz BC
A report from Agassaiz B C says that 2m ludiius are in a staecier condition at Himberion Menduwes Lid miles north of Aasas Aprilian vider says fifty lididy rntities are dying and supplies may not reach in time to save the fever Supplies are rushed from Vancouver to aid the etiugy fas Puisians Wotsent Larvwut Columbas Ohio found deve wit bead urs bond Had been dignkivs.
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Powder Explosion at Alexandria Powder Works
A massive explosion in a powder magazine near the Indian Herd proving grounds, twenty five miles down the Potomac from Washington, injured none but caused estimated losses up to 25,000 dollars. Admiral ONeill reported about twenty five tons of powder destroyed and an official investigation begun. cause remains uncertain with theories ranging from carelessness to chemical change.
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Navy Department
Covenanter voters abstain on principle in U S political scene
The article notes that at least 10,000 Covenanter Church members in the United States will not vote in the coming election on conscience grounds. They reject the U S constitution as the source of authority, arguing Christ’s law should govern nations. In contrast, Oklahoma statehood moves forward with rapid growth, while Porto Ricans in Baltimore seek voting rights. Ex-Governor Pillsbury and wife plan a St Paul home for poor girls.
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Fred Williams
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Senster Happy
Remarkable Campaigning of Bryan and Roosevelt
A distorted retrospective notes extraordinary efforts in the 1900 campaign. It claims Bryan and Roosevelt delivered vast numbers of speeches daily, with unprecedented canvassing and stamina. The piece highlights long talks, mass gatherings, and extensive travel as the defining features of the era.
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Railways and earnings in early October era report
A compilation of rail industry notes notes earnings, contracts, and developments. Key items include Milwaukee and St Til system gains, Chesapeake and Ohio and others reporting monthly profits, new engines for Winds Central, and a large Nashville terminal opening. The document records wage, expense, and revenue figures, trail notes on passes, and a 2 million dollar terminal project.
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St Til
Chesapeake and Ohio
Fitnois Central
Chicago
Hot Springs
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Oider
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Burlington Bead
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Nashville
Tenn
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St. Paul Road
Hocking Valley
Total of Pupils and Education Stats Across Regions
The report by the U S Commissioner of Education for the year ending June 30 1900 shows 16 785 362 pupils in all schools including elementary and high schools, with 15 138 715 in common schools. It notes 25 public schools in Alaska serving 1 723 pupils and details schooling in the Philippines Cuba Porto Rico and Hawaii with enrollment figures and funding sources. It also covers political campaigns and election notes from the 1900 cycle across several states.
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