Mob tumult during Philadelphia streetcar strike
Philadelphia dispatch notes a raid by United States Marshal Colesberry offering special deputy posts as trolley mail obstruction prompts mobilization. Streets in chaos with police over 2,500 strong, curbs on gatherings, and clashes surrounding Market and Eighth streets. Wife leads an assault on a motorman. several barricades attempted. cars run with heavy patrols as strikers enlist and officials close saloons.
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Gleaming Revolvers Halt Police Car at Ridge Avenue Depot
Police car carrying four officers moved through a cheering crowd of thousands at Ridge Avenue as a mob blocked the tracks with debris. Revolvers drawn by the officers restrained potential violence while the obstruction was cleared and the patrol proceeded, though some in the mob renewed stone-throwing.
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World reports Caracas joy over Cleveland message war
Caracas residents greet President Cleveland's message with wild joy and readiness for war, according to a World special dispatch. The report notes heightened national fervor and anticipated actions in response to the message.
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the World
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Venezuela
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Baltimore and Ohio President Mayer Resigns
Baltimore and Ohio President Mayer has resigned and his resignation accepted, with him to remain in office until his successor is elected.
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Baltimore and Ohio declares regular half yearly dividend
Directors of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad declare the regular semi annual dividend of per cent on the preferred stock payable January 2.
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New York Money Markets and Board of Trade Brief
New York reports on money on call at 214254 percent with posted rates for commercial bills and silver and gold prices. Board of Trade quotes for Wheat, Corn, Oats, Park, Lard, Butter, Eggs, Poultry, Potatoes, Apples, Honey, and other produce with opened and closed figures for December through May contracts. Chicago grain and produce section notes varied prices and market activity for the day.
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Cleveland and Venezuela dispute described in diplomatic terms
The article reviews President Cleveland's Venezuela stance, noting calls of support from senators and representatives, and the expectation that Britain will resume talks with Venezuela. It discusses Lord Salisbury's positions, Monroe Doctrine implications, and the possibility of a congressional commission defining American policy. It also covers the president's swift preparation of the message and congressional actions on funding the commission.
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Venezuela
Senators Debate Outlook and Holiday Adjournment Stance
Washington reports show Republican senators debating the Venezuela question from the president's message and endorsing no adjournment until committees are fully equipped. Lodge urges readiness, Mitchell chairs the caucus, and Democrats are to weigh the idea of sending the aid bill to committees for amendment amid grave national tension.
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European views of the row on US stance abroad
European papers query if the US president truly seeks earnest talks as Britain, Germany, and France favor a strong stance. They warn war would be a crime yet applaud Bayard at the Actors' Fund banquet. Press across Europe claim the United States appears isolated and demands are inadmissible.
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International lawyers critique the president on Venezuela dispute
Yale international law professor Theodore Woolsey argues the president misuses the Monroe doctrine and acts as a dictator in seeking compulsory mediation. Harvard’s J H Beale Jr counters that enforcement relies on force, not international law, while shipbuilder Cramp emphasizes naval strength as the measure of national power.
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Senate confirms diverse federal appointees in executive session
The Senate in executive session confirmed several appointees including justices for the court of private land claims Joseph Reed of North Carolina and C. Sliiss of Kansas, along with Wilbur Fe Sted of Colorado, and others. Also named were William A. Bray of Indiana as port customs surveyor and Allen Thomas of Florida as minister to Venezuela. Decades later notes report related court rulings on sugar bounty legality and labor actions in Oklahoma and Louisiana with broad coverage of political remarks at a General Miles banquet.
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Proceedings in Congress Sees Little Accomplished
Washington December 19 Hill offered senate bill repealing the law barring ex Confederates from army or navy to ease tolerances in the Venezuelan dispute Chanidler proposed 100 million for military armament Davig introduced a resolution into British frontier inquiry Gallagher proposed counterpopise battery purchase An executive session occurred In the house a bill passed unanimously to fund 100 000 for the Venezuelan commission Most business paused for holidays and adjournment to January 3
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