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Newspaper

Fresno Republican Weekly

Location

Fresno, California, United States of America

Date

Dec 02, 1898

Page

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Engine and tram wreck near Jennyson injures crew

A Southern Pacific tram westbound from New Orleans at sixty mph crashed 420 miles west of Jennyson. Locomotive failure led to the engine plunging down an embankment. several crew members were seriously injured including engineer Houston whose foot was mashed, fireman Booth with severe injuries, and Qua trough with a broken spine. The train carried forty three passengers with no fatalities reported.

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Wreck of the Melit Ireland Rouses Lifeboat Rescue

A fierce storm drives wreckage ashore from the Melit Ireland off the bar. Lifesavers launch repeated surf-boat attempts, finally rescuing the captain and four others as seven men perish. The ship, 90 feet long, owned by a New York company, carried oil tanks from Bayonne to Boston.

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Spain and United States Negotiate Trade and Ceuta Station

Reports from Madrid indicate American and Spanish commissioners held a lengthy session on trade terms and colonial ties. The talks focused on reciprocal privileges for Spanish vessels, with demands including cessions in the Carolines, religious freedom in the Carolines, and a cable and coaling station at Ceuta. Madrid warned it would not yield on these points, signaling potential prolongation and possible quid pro quo from the United States.

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Guards Arrive at Lrantburse Welcome Cup Ceremony

The guards arrived at the Lrantburse site and were loudly welcomed by Lagmaitr kuschn tin. The procession proceeded with a pompous review before the ceremonial cup was presented to the crowd.

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Alaska Healy Needs for the 1930s Session

The governor urges the upcoming session to grant Alaska U S citizen status, reject classification with Alaska natives, and increase enforcement against liquor smuggling by cutters and revenue forces. He cites Alaska’s vast size, long possession, and high value, arguing stronger federal control and new licenses. He proposes extending land laws to Alaska, securing representation, and creating naval stations to curb illicit liquor traffic and smugglers.

Union Fails in Central America After Short Union

A detailed dispatch reports the dissolution of a Central American union less than a month after its formation. Three commissioners led the executive, but the plan ends as Salvador, Honduras, and other states revert to independent nations. U S officials cite uprisings and a preference to deal with Nicaragua and others separately.

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Odd fragments hint at a local event or notice

Readable text is fragmentary with unclear names places or actions. It appears to reference a local notice or schedule but lacks coherent specifics or an identifiable event.

Wheat options show modest gains on improving demand

The market opened firm with resilience through the day as December and May contracts edged higher amid firmer foreign demand for American wheat. Short-covering and heavy buying by commissions helped lift prices, while delay in deliveries kept gains limited. Provisions remained active with strong packers demand, and January pork futures rose slightly.

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Navy attaché to be posted in Washington for France

The state department reports France will establish a naval attaché in Washington to join the embassy staff. This marks a new level of naval attention from Paris, following prior military representation by Major De Grande and signaling closer Franco American naval liaison.

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Veteran’s Divorce Sealed in 19th Century Case at Sea

Commodore WoL Wye of the retired United States Navy sought a divorce from Tennie Liton Stevens of Waterbury Connecticut on December 18. The Commodore, about 63 years old, was married first to the late Linda. After hearings, Wye returned to his home, and the case was filed as a confidential decree in the old View gnna family records.

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San Jose Election Contest Began in Superior Court

The first election contest opened today in the superior court. Judge AL Trownell presides with agent JW Gass present. The case centers on ballot counts for Gass versus Wool Agel, with events described as disputed and awaiting judgment.

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Alger in Canada on business trip leaves for Canada

Secretary Alger has departed Washington for a business trip to Canada and will not return until next Monday. Assistant Secretary Melville Johnson is acting secretary.

Alger Canada WASHINGTON

State Association of County Horticultural Commissioners Meeting

The State Association of County Horticultural Commissioners met last evening in Temon G Prath of Temon. Diego counties were elected president for the ensuing term, with H P Stabler continuing as secretary. Resolutions urged quarantine officers and university faculty to train county commissioners on relevant matters. The association pledged to enforce quarantines and prevent marketing of infested fruit, including codling moth, and notified fruit shippers to not market infested produce.

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California Fruit Exchange debate at state convention

Delegates at the California fruit growers convention consider reviving the California Fruit Exchange to regulate information on the fruit market and free public market on the San Francisco waterfront. Sparks fly between ARB Sprague and Senator Johnston over whether the exchange should govern itself and influence state policy on plant pests and quarantine measures.

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Pest worries trigger push for state control act

State horticultural officials warn of invasive pests and diseases threatening fruit and nut crops. Reports cite the gypsy moth danger in New England, peach tree disorders, plum and cherry losses, and fruit fly risks, urging passage of a bill to curb introductions and protect orchards.

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The Reception Given the Growers by the Parlor Lecture Club

The event described as a social gathering at Tinste hall featured members of the feefure club and their guests. Attendees included couples and visiting members, sharing refreshments and conversation in a prefix of cricket and social time with a large audience.

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Pleasant Evening At Club Event With Music And Dance

A social gathering featured hostess Miss Wis and visiting guests, a varied musical program led by Tipping Watts and others, including vocal solos by Lizzie Poin and cornet by Stott Heywood, followed by dancing. Committee members listed. Henr Avila served as floor manager and the event lasted about an hour.

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Bond of Supervisors Meets As December Month Begins

The board adjourned to Monday to discuss December. Supervisor Scott took his seat, Ward returned to the desk, and the board shifted toward party balance as Republicans gain control. Debates over deputy constables and tax collection revealed irregularities in the county records and salary allocations.

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Darby Case Jury Reaches Acquittal After Slaughter Trial

The jury stood nine for acquittal and three for manslaughter with a leniency recommendation. verdict not guilty. Darby, calm and composed, waited with mother and fiancée as testimony and inconsistencies weakened the prosecution. The defense, led by Short and colleagues, argued for dismissal or reduction in bail. Snow and Fremin led the district attorneys against reversal.

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Danish Church Bazaar by Ladies Society at Our S O Danish Tutherim Church

The Ladies Society of Our Danish Tutherim Church held a biannual bazaar last evening for church funds. A notable turnout supported by many participants produced many beautiful articles for sale. A short literary and musical program was well received and concluded with remarks by Pastor Johansen.

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Contest for Letters in Church Estate

Public Administrator applied for letters of administration on the estate of Clan G Wright who died June 27 1898 in Alabama leaving an Fresno County estate valued at 140 dollars. Letters issued November 22 to W I Porters. Church seeks revocation and admin control. Hearing set for the 12th instant.

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