Renomination Fight and Boer War Notes Dominate Weekly Fentinel
The Weekly Fentinel reports on Speaker Henderson’s renomination challenge in Iowa, discusses Cecil Rhodes’ rumored vast education endowment, and notes British attempts in the Boer War including Delarey’s escape. It also covers Henry Clay Evans resigning as pensions commissioner, with policy continuation by his successor, and marks Cuba’s forthcoming handover to its new government along with mixed Cuban sentiment.
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Henderson
Iowa
Lord Kitchener
Delarey
Henry Clay Evans
Pension Bureau
Evans
Commissioner of Pensions
Palma Faces Early Peril in New Cuban Republic
The article lauds Tomas Estrada Palma as a beloved leader with strong character destined to steer Cuba past initial dangers after independence. It notes weathered challenges ahead as the republic begins its course under his guidance.
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Independent Republic of Cuba
Tomas Estrada Palma
May 20 Seen as Cuban Fourth of July
The statement marks May 20 as Cuba’s potential Independence Day if no further delays occur, signaling the anticipated full realization of Cuban independence.
Malvar Holds Out Amid Rising Capture Of Filipino Generals
The report notes that all Filipino generals have been captured or surrendered except General Malvar who reportedly resists. Rathbone claims a plot, suggesting he and Neely orchestrated it. The piece hints that Rathbone is not the first to be ensnared by such schemes.
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Malvar
Rathbone
Neely
Mills Unite Against Free Silver and Dictatorship Fears
Six years after warning against Mexicanization by Colonel Bryan the prospect shifts to President Roosevelt and a potential dictatorship. American millers representing $400 million in capital and most flour output form a mutual protection group though they deny forming a trust. Bread prices and other sectors are expected to react as usual.
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Henri Watterson
Bryan
Morgan Describes Small Deals in Railway Suit Testimony
In testimony before lawyers in the Northern Pacific railway suit J. P. Morgan called a forty to fifty million deal insignificance, saying he could not remember details. Several involved in the squeezes from these trifling deals may have tales for Piero about his business.
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Northern Pacific Railway
J. P. Morgan
Piero
Cuban Postal Thieves Face Ten Year Sentence and Fine
The punishment for the Cuban postal thieves includes a straight ten year sentence plus a fine equal to the amount allegedly stolen by each. The measure aims to deter theft by preventing release until fines are paid, with nonpayment resulting in continued imprisonment.
Revival of Hanna presidential bid stirs debate amid Roosevelt strength
The piece notes growing discussion of Senator Hanna as a potential rival to President Roosevelt, contrasting Roosevelt’s aggressive style with McKinley’s diplomacy. It also mentions Cuba’s Palma and clemency hints for Neely, Rathbone, and Reeves, and reports Fred G. Heath Sr.’s critical illness at St Joseph’s Hospital.
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Hanna
Roosevelt
Congress
McKinley
Cecil Rhodes's grand imperial dreams and grim cost
A reflective piece weighs Cecil Rhodes as a towering yet immoral figure in British history. It argues his vast wealth and transcontinental schemes aimed at Africa’s dominion, the destruction of two white republics, and a legacy that may cost Britain over a billion dollars and many lives.
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Cecil Rhodes
Great Britain
Africa
South Africa
Senator Hanna Denies Presidential Candidacy Emphatically
The letter shows Hanna asserting he is not a presidential candidate and urging friends to discourage any pursuit. The piece recalls Theodore Roosevelt’s strong denials before the last convention and notes Hanna has not ruled out a nomination if offered.
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Hanna
Marcus
Theodore Roosevelt
White House
Danish Agent Christmas Linked to West Indies Sale Rumor
The article reports claims by Captain Christmas that he bribed Congress and state department officials to push a sale of the Danish West Indies to the United States. Congress contemplates an inquiry amid bipartisan skepticism about his motives and the report’s credibility.
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Christmas
State Department
Richardson
Washington
Republican leaders doubt ship subsidy passage amid election fears
Republican leaders increasingly doubt the value of passing the ship subsidy bill this session fearing adverse effects in congressional elections. The House majority appears unsafe and a delay until next winter or even longer is being considered as the presidential race nears. Arkansas Senator Jones faces a strong challenge from James P. Clarke who, based on returns, has pushed Jones toward the sidelines though Jones clings to hope from past campaigns.
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Congress
House
Senator Jones
Arkansas
Democratic Party
James P. Clarke
United States Senate
Jones
Best Men for Public Office Guide Citizens Faithfully
The piece argues voters should pick the best men for office based on character and fitness rather than party, urging scrutiny of candidates. It notes Senator Hanna’s failed bid to press the president for Rathbone, a Cuban postal fund looter, and hints at a trial under a new bill. The Cuban court is said to have given the cases a proper finish.
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Hanna
Rathbone
Ohio
Neely
Senator Jones Refuses to Yield His Ship
The article notes Senator Jones will not give up his ship until it is full of water and nearly out of sight. It recalls 1896 when as chairman of the national Democratic Committee he refused to concede McKinley days after Bryan was known to lead by about a million votes.
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Jones
National Democratic Committee
McKinley
Bryan
House committee probes Danish West Indies corruption charges
A special legislative committee has begun an inquiry into alleged spending of half a million dollars to sway Congress over the Danish West Indies deal. While no evidence has emerged yet, observers expect some disclosures during the investigation.
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House
Congress
Philippine plan for independence under US trusteeship described
The democrats propose a path where the United States relinquishes sovereignty over the Philippine Islands but remains to govern until a new government formed under a constitutional convention. The plan includes English language voting, a Manila meeting, and guarantees on lands and naval sites for US use while ensuring treaty obligations. An independent proclamation, international agreements, amnesty, and withdrawal of US armed forces follow after elections.
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Philippine Archipelago
Senate Committee On
Philippine Islands
Senate
United States
Spain
Manila
Archipelago
Great Britain
Germany
France
Weather Keeps Alleys Dirty as Warmer Days Arrive
The weather is blamed for persistently dirty alleys in the city. As temperatures rise the alleys will likely remain dirty, removing the excuse for their condition.
Chicago vote to confirm Bathhouse Coughlin as statesman
Voters today in Chicago decide the political fate of Hon. Bathhouse Coughlin. The ballot may restore his status as a statesman or leave him as a political remnant.
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Chicago
Bathhouse Coughlin
Republicans Adjourn to May 3 on Convention Date
The county central committee adjourned to meet May 3 and did not set a convention date. Members debated an early convention versus delaying until August. Chairman Harris supports an earlier date, while others favor May or June with some proposing August.
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Republican County Central Committee
Harris
Miss Stone Arrives in London After Missionary Journey
Miss Ellen M. Stone, the American missionary, arrived in London today after a long journey. She told an Associated Press representative she is very tired but grateful for the support of many friends and asked not to be repetitively quoted.
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London
Ellen M. Stone
Associated Press
Homeward Wish Echoes in Quiet Farewell
A fragment echoes a speaker's longing to return home with a cheerful tone about reuniting after a journey. The brief line conveys warmth and anticipation for a familiar place.
Local Notes From the City and Surroundings
Born to Mr and Mrs Amos Richey a son. Frank Grubb of Sheldon visited the city Saturday. Born to Mr and Mrs George L Viberg a daughter. H H Schone Co remodels undertaken rooms. Two Griffith brothers nearly drowned in St Marys river near Swinney park foot bridge. Dallas Jacoby operated on at St Josephs hospital by Dr Myers with other doctors assisting. arm bones not uniting after previous fracture. M Foster buys Barr street property for 4000 dollars, planning extension and Barr street outlet. Forty five ladies enjoyed a trolley ride to Huntington for bridal event honoring Miss Knight Miss Hanna and Miss Morris. Emma Wass ill with scarlet fever. Wass family quarantined at Rhine smith & Simonson factory. Little George Wass, 7, confined with a broken leg from a wagon accident. Edna Parham, Harmer school teacher, is ill.
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Amos Richey
Frank Grubb
Sheldon
George L. Viberg
West Creighton Avenue
H. H. Schone & Co
Griffith
Elm Street
St. Mary’s River
Swinney Park
Dallas Jacoby
Brown's Corner
Huntington County
St. Joseph’s Hospital
W. H. Myers
Griebel and
Kane
M. Foster
Jesse Hamlet
Barr Street
J. B. White
Aldine
Mr. Foster
Emma
Samuel Wass
Rhinesmith & Simonson
East Creighton Avenue
Wass
George Wass
Edna Parham
Harmer
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Grand Army of the Republic
Cuba
Neely, Rathbone
Reeves
Palma
Fred G. Heath
Dallas F.green
Heath
Danish West Indies
Miss Stone
Bugs
Indiana
Rurode Dry Goods Co
Shields Clothing CO
Calhoun St
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