27 Apr 1900
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Newspaper
English News
Location
English, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1900
Page
1
The senate and house debated major fiscal and policy measures. The naval appropriation bill exceeded prior totals and sparked clashes on armor plate and shipbuilding, while in Alaska the mining provision drew lengthy discussion.
The dispatch covers protests at the Democratic National Convention and labor unrest in the United States, derailments and accidents, a Brooklyn bridge incident, naval land purchase proposals in Hawaii, German officers reassignments in Woo Chang, bonds exchange figures, a Kentucky governor indictment, the Prince of Wales arrival, and a Galveston monument dedication. It notes fires in Edinburgh and casualties, amid international remarks on Admiral Dewey and other unrest.
The senate debated and disagreed to a Hawaiian civil government conference report while adopting information requests from the executive, including details on Cuba and Puerto Rico army expenditures. The house passed a naval appropriation bill funding two battleships and three armored cruisers. Eulogies for Rep Settle followed. Other items covered include Boer peace talks in Berlin, Panama unrest, cryptic arrests in Chicago, a steel plant update, Quay’s senate seat debate, post office funding issues, bankruptcy of Henry Yard, rewards from the king of Sweden and Norway, Japanese emigration limits, a record $10000 for a coach horse, and imperial notifications in Constantinople.
George Phillips, 33, a fruit commission merchant, returned home drunk and killed himself after asking his wife to put the three children to bed. He had vowed to kill himself if he drank again. His wife shielded the baby in fear. In Flora and Rockfield area, incendiary fires and threatening letters disrupt the community. authorities investigate an unsuccessful arson at Frederick Kramm’s store and a demand that his son-in-law George Knight leave town.
Wabash Indiana April 23 a remarkable instance of fasting is reported from Converse sixteen miles southwest of this city Pearl Curry aged 18 years keeps house for her father William Curry For four months she has taken practically no nourishment claiming that the sight of food makes her deadly sick and her stomach rejects all viands
Indianapolis scene reports the Republican state convention set for Wednesday and Thursday with delegates at large to the national meeting named as Senators Fairbanks and Beveridge. Gov. Mount and state committee chairman Hernly are listed among organizers.
In Union City Indiana during a night disturbance a fight broke out involving Fred Hardwick and several companions. Officers Harris and Waite, attempting to arrest the crowd, were attacked. Fred Hardwick, age 21, was killed by Officer Harris during the incident.
Daniel Manifold aged 22 shot himself through the heart near Burlington Indiana after bringing his wife home by force and placing his small son on the bed beside him. The incident occurred on April 25. A separate report from Indianapolis notes insurance experts found shortages in Union Life Insurance Company accounts involving former secretary Jo S. Anderson.
Terre Haute April 23 Reverend Dr George H Simmans announced at the First Baptist Church he would not withdraw his resignation and would accept the Peoria First Baptist Church call. Lafayette April 23 Dot Chalfant about 45 and traveling for Edgar Son Detroit was found dead in the Enterprise hotel with carbolic acid beside him.
Louis A. Fougeres prominent Wabash businessman and former soldier died aged 57. He served in the war and was severely wounded at Gettysburg, carrying the bullet in his leg until his death.
Terre Haute Indiana April 25 The Indiana division of the Travelers Protective association held its annual convention in Terre Haute selecting Vincennes as the year meeting place and electing Charles G Yelm of Lafayette as president.
Wabash Indiana April 25 Twenty theatrical managers from principal Indiana cities plan a new circuit to control dates for dramatic companies visiting the state next season.
John Smith a prominent farmer and society man of Auburn county begins a legal action against Simon Bayhuff claiming slander. He seeks 5000 dollars in damages alleging Dayhouff called him a thief.
Indiana Elks announce a two day state meeting in Marion on June 5 and 6. This marks the second annual gathering following last year’s Muncie session.
Andrew Burkhardt aged 28 was killed in Lafayette when he was crushed between train cars and the depot platform after being caught between them. The accident occurred on April 23 and authorities report a fatal head injury.
In Valparaiso Indiana on April 23 J Lowenstine's department store was robbed of about $700 in silks. The cash drawers held $2.00 more. The note adds commentary on theater profitability and moral standards from a Boston Congregational viewpoint.
Gen Rundle advances toward Wepener amid Boer resistance as De Wet and Villiers join the action. Reports note casualties near De Wet s Dorp and a British patrol near Pr FordFort with one killed and two captured. A Cape Town contractor is arrested for harboring three escaped prisoners dressed as clergymen.
Gov Johnston released a letter from Joseph Wheeler explaining his decision to resign the Fifty sixth Congress seat from Alabama. He details his wartime service in Luzon starting February 1899, medical delays, and the president’s request to stay in the army until Congress convened. He notes a ruling forfeited his seat and he offers to resign as representative for the Eighth district.
From Maseru Basutoland on April 23 the British forces under Gen Brabant and Gen Hart moved against Bushman's Kop while the Boers evacuated overnight. A running fight followed all day as Brabant advanced northeast keeping Basutoland on the right. Casualties reach 25 wounded. British bivouac eight miles from Wepener.
Joseph McMullin known as the ossified man died after a childhood injury left him rigid for 11 years. He remained speechless yet mentally alert, weighed between 25 and 30 pounds while his height suggested 159 to 160 pounds. Reports also note famine misery in India with inadequate relief and severe cattle mortality.
Washington reports that Japan plans to restrict emigration of Japanese laborers to the United States without waiting for U S action. Officials say counts are inflated and only about fifteen to sixteen thousand Japanese live in the continental U S outside Hawaii. The move aims to shield Japanese workers from hardships of misrepresented opportunities while preserving trade relations with the United States.
Telegraphic advices report Panuco, a key river trading post, wiped out by fire. Two thousand residents are homeless, seeking shelter in Tampico. Property loss totals are not yet known but expected to be large.
Insurance Commissioner O Shaughnessy wrapped up the American Friendly association of Minneapolis a mutual endowment fund after a year of operation. Investigators found 35000 premiums collected and no licenses issued while only 26 cents remained in cash and 2.24 in the bank. Promoter and manager Maj John Baggs Hoppes led the operation as collectors credited funds improperly. Charity inaugurated.
Washington April 24 The Senate committee on privileges and elections reports that William A Clark of Montana was not duly elected to the United States Senate by the Montana legislature. It cites briberies and violations of Montana law on elective franchise and urges the Senate to adopt a resolution declaring Clark not entitled to a seat. The finding rests on admitted facts and extensive financial transactions connected to Clark and his agents.
The piece argues free traders misread iron pricing, noting that U S protection created the world’s best iron market. It credits Pennsylvania operators, the Thomsons, the Joneses, and the Carnegies for capital and new processes that cut production costs.
Houston on April 24 reports that John R G Pitkin of New Orleans ex Governor L B Prince of Denver ex Governor Kellert of Minnesota Hon Walter Greetham of Galveston and Hon F B Helland of Dallas will represent the Transmississippi congress in Washington to advocate for the Louisiana Purchase celebration at St Louis.
Kingston dispatch says Castro's government faces troop discontent and a planned coup while the public seeks restored order. Wealthy Caracas leaders flee to Europe, the U S and the West Indies as the regime tightens grip. Governor Taylor's New York visit noted.
The Boston Herald cites the New England Free Trade league publishing over 120 articles on "Ernsts and the Texist" across multiple papers. It warns readers against complacency, urging continued vigilance against protectionist rollback and noting the NY Times as a prominent free-trade advocate.
The article argues that the US iron industry benefited from protectionist tariffs, noting past price declines and recoveries, and contrasts with Austria where limited tariffs shield few goods. It urges continued protectionist activity to preserve industrial prosperity and warns against free trade advocates.
Bradford argues American trade faces poor prospects as cotton goods exports fall and woolen shipments shrink. He cites 1898 to 1899 declines, the Dingley tariff as a cause, and notes Britain’s Financial Times forecast that domestic cloth production grows while imports wane.
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