Fourth Pacific funding bill dies in House vote
Washington January 12 the Pacific Railways funding bill failed in the house by 102 to 168 after divided votes on substitutes. 86 Republicans and 16 Democrats supported it while 99 Republicans 58 Democrats 6 Populists and 5 independents opposed. Powers sought a recommitment to craft another bill and victory hailed by opponents. A separate Anglo American arbitration treaty was signed and presented to the Senate for review. The army appropriation bill was approved in the same session.
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Government Foreclosure Move Discussed Over Pacific Railroads
Washington January 12 government action after the Pacific railroad funding bill failed in Congress remains unsettled. Attorney General absent, many expect court settlement on the long dispute. Assistant Attorney General Russell argues Congress can forfeit land grants for condition broken, despite liens of second mortgage bonds.
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Anglo American Convention Clears Senate Hurdle Now
Secretary Olney and Sir Julian Wauncefote signed a five year Anglo American treaty promising peace and arbitration for disputes between the United States and Great Britain. President Cleveland urged Senate approval as the plan sets a twelve article framework with a court of arbitration and final post of king Oscar II as ultimate arbitrator if needed.
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Washington
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Mills Pushes Cuban Recognition as Congress Power
In Washington on January 12 Senate debated Mills of Texas proposal to make recognizing a foreign government a congressional prerogative and to recognize Cuba plus allocate 10000 for a minister's salary. He cited precedents while denouncing administration policy toward Spain and critiquing Crispi. Bacon signaled a speech today, Proctor urged a one six year presidential term. Allen pressed for navy yard labor hours inquiry.
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Electors Meet at State Capitals to Cast Votes
Washington reports that yesterday the presidential electors met at state capitals to vote for president and vice president. Kentucky cast its first Republican vote with one for Bryan, while Maryland gave its first Republican vote in thirty two years.
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Tariff Hearings Conclude as Briefs to Be Filed Next Week
Washington notes the tariff hearings ended yesterday and Monday will see the filing of final briefs on the tariff schedules. The committee will then enter executive session to draft the initial bill, with the miscellaneous and free lists reviewed and many witnesses heard.
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Dangerous Counterfeit 820 Bill Discovered in Washington
Washington on January 12 reports a dangerous counterfeit of the $20 silver certificate from 1891 series with check letter B. The note shows heavy misaligned treasury numbers though the color remains strong, indicating a high risk note circulation.
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Treasury
Dividend Declared for Cedar Falls First National Bank
The comptroller of the currency has declared a dividend in favor of the creditors of the First National Bank of Cedar Falls Iowa amounting to 0.714 percent.
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Cedar Falls
The Monetary Conference Opens In Indianapolis
Indianapolis delegates from boards of trade and commercial bodies gather at Tomlinson hall at 2 pm for the monetary conference. An estimated 3850 delegates attend as experts discuss forming a seven to fifteen member commission to report to Congress next November on reforming the federal financial system. A shift toward memorializing Congress rather than pursuing a commission is noted as a possibility.
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Diplomatic uproar over German minister in Tokyo incident
From Yokohama and Tokio comes news of an alleged assault by German minister Baron Von Gutschmid on a Japanese student while driving. Newspapers demand recall of the minister. In London, Senator Wolcott visits Ambassador Bayard, meeting Layard about bimetallism during his European trip.
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Inauguration of Gov Tanner Marred by Altgeld Snub
Springfield January 12 The Illinois inauguration ran smoothly until a dispute over inviting ex Governor Altgeld to speak. Senate and House leaders blocked Altgeld’s farewell address after John R Tanner took the oath. The session adjourned at 2 10 PM with Altgeld silenced and the hall praised as a brilliant affair.
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Tanner Address Highlights School Textbooks And Prison Labor
The governor praised the people, supported free textbooks for public schools, and opposed teachers using positions for political aims. He urged prison labor for making school books, reform of tax levies, and questioned pardon powers while proposing a commission to review applications. He echoed national supremacy over states and critiqued Altgeld.
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Indignation Over Altgeld Snub At Joint Convention
Ex Governor Altgeld faced a sharp rebuke from Democrats after a joint convention adjourned without his expected speech. Mrs Altgeld sat with him on stage as the incident sparked protests, while Republicans called it an oversight. Altgeld arrived in Chicago with his wife later that night and defended the event as a matter of republican decency and tradition.
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Indiana Solons Busy Day as New Governors Inaugurated
In Indianapolis on January 12 the Indiana General Assembly delayed business for a day of official events. Electors cast Indiana’s 15 votes for William McKinley, William S. Haggard was inaugurated lieutenant governor, and James A. Mount became governor. An informal reception for the new governor drew hundreds to the state house. Amid the bustle, party factions discussed the upcoming senatorial caucus, with McKeen and Thompson returning to boost the field against Fairbanks.
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British Consul and Eight English Men Massacred by Natives
A report from Bonny on the Guinea coast notes the massacre of Consul Phillips and eight Englishmen including consular officers Locke and Campbell Major Crawford and Captain Boisragon with Maling, plus Dr. Elliott and two civilians. The incident occurred during a peaceful mission to Benin City. The consul's yacht has returned with the news. Canton news reports President-elect McKinley and wife returning to Canton from January 12. They plan to stay until their March 1 departure for Washington.
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