Pettigrew Loses Push at South Dakota Republican Convention
South Dakota Republicans held a dramatic convention as Pettigrew faced a decisive push to secure a St Louis delegate seat. Delegates instructed for McKinley and sound money, with Pettigrew bound to back the Minneapolis plank and the St Louis platform. Pettigrew submitted to the resolutions amid a tense, high stakes scene.
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Yankton
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Clark
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Davison
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Day
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Potter
W. V. Lucas
Fall River
W. K E. Smead
Delegates Bar Pettigrew From National Convention Chair
A faction of the estate convention delegates resolved after adjournment that Pettigrew would not be allowed to serve as chairman or sit on any committee at the national convention. They indicated support for McKinley aligned with the majority.
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Prohibition Party Chooses Convention Plan and Emblem
The Prohibition Party executive committee met to set details for the national convention in May in this city to nominate presidential candidates. Delegates will receive three general admission tickets with 500 for the local committee, and transportation is arranged by railroads. The party adopted a blue field button with a white rose and the motto In Hoc Signo Vinces. The committee will reconvene in Pittsburgh on May 26 before the convention.
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Michigan
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New York
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Wisconsin
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Tennessee
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Texas
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Pennsylvania
Pittsburg
Protectives work to field delegates in Chicago and St Louis
The A P A executive committee reports broad support across councils as it plans a nationwide campaign. Dr James B Dunn notes a consensus and a table of results guiding action. Texas delegates in Reed camp favored two, with Cuney likely the fourth senator. Hansbrough backs McKinley as North Dakota sentiment leans to the Republican.
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McKinley praised at Charleston Republican meeting in 800-delegate rally
Charleston West Virginia March 6 state League of Republican clubs met with about 800 delegates. McKinley’s name drew cheers as Governor Bradley of Kentucky gave the principal address on the Monroe doctrine tariff and the nation’s financial condition. Populist nomination noted in Texas and other items follow.
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Dream-Recognition Motive Explored by World Story
In a New York World feature, the piece examines a person's aim to identify individuals encountered in dreams. The narrative traces psychological angles and personal implications of dream memory and recognition.
Congress Fails to Conclude Cuban Conferencing
Washington March 26 The Cuban resolution conference adjourned again without a final agreement though progress suggests a final consensus today. House resistance to certain provisions remains, with Cameron’s Cuba approach opposed by some. other points anticipate Senate acceptance or further debate. The day centered on the naval appropriation bill and the grant of decorations debate was postponed amid procedural wrangling.
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Cannon Alleged Discovery Jabs at Illinois Man in Congress
Washington report notes Cannon of Illinois assailing naval bill provisions for observatory residences, accusing officers of politics over astronomy. Bouttle defends naval scientists, while Robinson praises officers and mocks Cannon. Allen of Nebraska attacks deputy material numbers and critics wasteful spending comparisons from Buchanan era to present.
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Navy appropriation bill outlines costs for battleships and ships
In Washington on March 26, Boutelle explained the navy bill provisions. He stated about 9 million dollars funded navy expansion already authorized and 3.256 million for four new battleships and fifteen torpedo boats. Costs per battleship, hull and machinery 2.225 million, armor 600 thousand, armament 2 million.
Elephant Kills Keeper in Revenge for Iron Hook
Empress the elephant of a traveling circus killed keeper Frank Scott in Chicago after he used an iron hook on her head. The animal dragged him, threw him against barn doors, and then ran through nearby streets with police pursuing. Scott died soon after, and by night several bystanders narrowly escaped harm.
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Two-Bright Alabama Boys Hold Black Their Faces
A brief item centers on Alabama boys and a mysterious incident involving face coverings and an unnamed agent. The fragment hints at a news brief with local impact and potential controversy surrounding actions by authorities.
Alleged Klepton Articles Prompt Counterfeit Payment Note
A fragment notes an alleged klepton article and other fees. Bills presented in payment were counterfeit except one for a ten dollar amount.
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Acquittal in $500 Extortion Case In San Francisco
Mrs. Mary A. Davidson was acquitted after a brief trial on charges of extorting $500 from Rev. Dr. C. O. Brown. Only Brown and a police detective testified for the prosecution. no defense evidence was offered. Brown admitted paying the money to help bring Mrs. Davidson and a supposed co-conspirator to justice, but would not say he feared anyone, leading the court to direct a verdict of acquittal.
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Deviltry of Two Georgians Plot to Wreck Train
Warren Criswell confessed to removing a rail that caused a February wreck on the Southern railroad killing three and injuring fifteen. Tom Shaw, who held Criswell at gunpoint, is jailed and denies the accusation. The two men's wives were aboard and injured, and detectives say the pair planned to collect damages from the railroad.
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Tesla Discovery Could Signal Global Wireless News
New York reports Nicola Tesla states he has a machine nearing perfection to distribute electric waves around the earth for simultaneous messages. He says waves may propagate through atmosphere and ether, with disturbances felt instantly elsewhere, making wireless news transmission a real possibility rather than a dream.
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Senate Reshapes Judicial Districts and Levee Aid
Des Moines moves Marshall county to the Seventh district and merges Des Moines with Henry and Loulan in the Twentieth district, adding judges in each. The house passes a levee aid measure and a bill for building and loan associations. An $5,000 appropriation is recommended for the battleship Iowa silver service. Indianaplis reports AFL adjournment and eight hour day sentiment. Weather alerts note cloudy, cold, possible showers in Indiana Illinois and Iowa with wind shifts.
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Markets Report From New York And Chicago Briefs
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