Davis Proposes Puerto Rico Bill Extending Constitution
The Senate hears Senator Davis from Minnesota offer amendments to expand constitutional provisions to Puerto Rico while excluding the Philippines. The measure would apply U S tariff to Puerto Rico and define federal powers over taxation customs and defense, with new procedures for enforcement and revenue.
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Washington
Murch
Davis
Minnesota
Ile Senate
United States
Howee
Uebus
United Bratens
Wallach
United
Lias
Bushhurn
Lniuens
Lavanya de Viele
Puerto Rico
Puerto Hon
Thane
Hanne
Talon
Vsnk
Senate
Lolay
Spowrey
Wiveensty
Piastippines
Lodge
Philipione Ts- Lins
Spain
Pavivan
Decenber
Jantut Mining
Said Islands
Senator Thomas Hy Hard Attends Senate Session
In Washington the recently elected California senator Thomas Hy. Hard attended the Senate as it convened. He was escorted to the desk by Mr. Parkins, and the oath was administered by President Pro Tempore Beye. After routine business, Mr. Aldrich announced the GUT conference report as Mr. Teller began his speech, continuing last Saturday.
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Washington
Thomas Hy. Hard
California
Senate
Parkins
Protem Beye
Aldrich
Teller
Regia
Law and tariff talk and senate seating debate in Indianapolis
Indianapolis March 5 Rev Dry Saint denounced tariff plans to burden Porto Rico and urged restraint on imperialism. He warned fellow partisans against two faced politics and improper taxation, urging adherence to law and common sense to protect liberty and national strength.
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Indianapolis
Inti
Dry Saint
Porto Rico
Sheldon's PAFER Subscription Drive Aims for Capital Week
Topeka Kansas enters a weekly subscription drive led by Trew and Sheldon with a goal of 119000 in receipts. The effort channels contributions from churches Christian Endeavor groups and religious bodies over ninety days. Bible consumers and news agents receive 10 cent commissions on each subscription.
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Topeka
Kas
Nally
Trew
M. Sheldon Lus
Christian
Vista
Sheldon
Indiana Voice on Bryan and Porto Rico Debate in 1898
A provisional Indiana article recounts Debates over William Jennings Bryan's stance and the Porto Rico revenue bill. It notes party leaders in Congress shaping policy and argues for or against presidential candidates amid fears of continued insider influence and imperial measures. The piece profiles Judge Samuel W. Hench, highlighting his reform-driven career from Fort Wayne to the state bench and the era’s political tensions.
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Tainafiolts
Murch GS
Ge Tinkens
Ehiuennin
Ladki
Bryan
Uhl
Tim
Porto Rico
Rpublien
Congress
Lavist Fytwlents
Intoliu
Hon Hench for Congress in Twelfth District
The piece argues Judge Hench of Bart Wayne seeks the Democratic congressional nomination for the Twelfth District. It praises his qualifications, party support, and past elective record, citing two-term restraint and long service in Allen County law offices as proof he would unite Democrats and ensure victory.
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Honeh
Bart Wayne
Hewell
Oto Cous Press
Bert Wayne
Hove
A. H.mauilon
W. G. Golerink
Robinh Lowry
McClellan
Japa
Willian
Itotigny
J. M. Roblinson
Tay Worthen
Bonehhina
Ptt
Allen County
Cnavane
Tudge
Bor
Carlius
Heieh
Haudviers
M. Jen
Tadinua
Lewlers
Tayport
Hill
Darnig
Political contest unsettles Twelfth district factions
Fragmented notes indicate a political contest in Fort Wayne’s Twelfth district. References to Soutual, Pol. 197, and names Rudge and M. Hench imply internal Democratic party tensions and potential alignments within a local congressman race.
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Fort Wayne
Rudge & M. Hench
Demcratic Nomination Campaign Puts Forward Hon J M Roblinson
In Allen County Democratic leaders rally behind Hon J M Roblinson for nomination in a hard fought race. The veteran judge with a long public career in district and state offices is praised for loyalty to the party and his strong record in law and governance. The campaign emphasizes Roblinson as a proven vote getter with extensive local support.
New Candidate for Congress and Democratic Principles
A garbled early 20th century style notice introduces a political candidate for Congress in Fort Wayne area. It references party stance, leadership claims, a convention, and mentions an introduction by Judge Monch to district voters. The text also alludes to historical figures and legislative context, with uncertain names and dates due to OCR errors.
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Congress
Wayne Toneintansett
Mey
Sandel OM
Heuvel
HotiNeus
Indge Monch
Mustary
Tide Howe
Aw Eoily
Rupert Hoult
Bern
Pennsylvania
Bredanicks
Gaa Uldney
Judes
Local News Items From County and City
Farmers report damage from recent changes in weather while residents discuss effects on crops and homes. Miss Alice Woodworth buys residence properties at 41 41% South Calhoun and Thuchauina streets via Curdes agency. Dr B J McGsca operates on Miss Stitck at St. Jou Mvapital hospital with a successful outcome and rapid recovery. A Grimme employee’s death threat ends in safe moment. James Rass’s condition improves at Columbia hotel. Mr Rowe at St Joseph hospital after recent operation by Dr G B Steniën.
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Alice Woodworth
Calhoun Street
Thuchauina Street
Rilcou
Curdes Agency
B.J. McGsca
Miss Stitck
West Washington Street
Jou Mvapital
Pigraday
Nice
Rass
Phajretnr
Columbia Hotel
Weat Minin Street
Rowa
Bt. Daseph Hospital
Ur G. B Stenien
NEW WAR STOCK DEMOCRATS IN FRANKFORT KY ARMS FOR LONDON
In Frankfort Kentucky Senator Triptol submits a resolution to investigate reports of state army arms being sent to London by Governor Tayloy and to withhold funds if true. The measure calls for a $250000 appropriation to buy new guns and mobilize volunteers, pending further inquiry.
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Frankfort
Triptol
London
Tayloy
Riet
Guna
Alan Nutharts
John B. Cassemanite
Isue
Pune
Still Shipping Guns and Ammunition to Fort Towson
March 1 still ships from Lyanksort Kentucky report a shipment of guns ammunition and small arms equipment en route to Fort Towson for soldiers at the state house squimye and other posts. Governor Taylor left for Butler county to attend a ceremony.
Samuel Mench Announces Candidacy for Congress
Fort Wayne Indiana February 1 1900 Samuel M Mench announces candidacy for congress to seek the Twelfth district nomination under the democratic banner following the convention.
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Congress
Democratic Omigens
Omi
Samuel M. Mench
Fort Wayne
Indy
Candidates Emerge For Allen County Offices In Democratic Nomination
Several local figures announce runs for county and township roles subject to the Democratic nominating convention. Thomas E Ellison and John Rowan seek judge and treasurer posts while Franice Whitney and Frank Walker announce sheriff and other county posts. William W Anspagh joins as trustee candidate in Jackson Township with decisions pending at the convention.
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Jackson
Sonlivel—Plaasy Ownoame TY Areay
Tackson Township
William W. Anspagh
Political notices in Allen circuit race announced
The Sentinel urges voters to consider J.U. Circu it candidate for judge of the Allen circuit court and to contest the democratic nominating decision. It also announces John A. Bushman as a candidate for county surveyor, inviting challenge to the democratic nominating convention outcome.
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Jude
Edstor Sentinel
John A. Bushman
Candidates for county offices announced in Democratic nominating conv
A series of notices from various editors and residents urges public announcements of candidacy for county assessor and county commissioner in the First, Second, and related districts. Targets include William Aggemane, Jos Toneel, A R Schniteer, Chelsvian Rohlaudropt, Frederick W Franke, Tent Walliston, L Moody, G Orff, and others, all subject to the Democratic nominating convention.
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Sentinel
Ana
William Aggemane
Jos. Toneel
Bentrisl
Tua
A. R. Schniteer
Biitor Sentinel
Chelsvian Rohlaudropt
Editor
Hut
Ta. L. Moody
Cedar Grok
Semtineli—Pleass
Thisl
G. &. Orff
Charles Grietel Destra
Rtrd Uiatriet
Sentinel—Plensa Mitigunecs
Ing
Norsdan
Magton
Thumeson
Candidate for 46th nomination in Allen County
A fragment notes a candidate for the 46th nomination for county offices in Allen County subject to the decision of the Democratic nominating convention. W. W. Barnett is mentioned in connection with the process.
Confused Notice From Washington Trawlers Convention
A local dispatch reports ongoing conflicts as Ty faces a decision by the government township convention regarding the trawler from Washington. The situation centers on jurisdiction and authority over the harbor’s fishing activities and related governance.
Wayne Township Trustee Candidates Announced
Editor Louis Schiemeyed reports candidates for Wayne township trustee. James Lion Smith is a nominee, with statements signaling Democratic nominating conventions and party decisions. Other notices cite H. Hilbracht Sr as a deputy and indicate various candidate declarations for the township post.
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James Lion Smith
Pienne
Rustes
Wayne Township
H. Hilbracht
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