21 Dec 1899
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Newspaper
Fresno Republican Weekly
Location
Fresno, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1899
Page
1
The Hundred Thousand Club executive committee met to approve advertising plans and allocate funds. They propose the club will handle all advertising through a single house, with a systematic operation to attract attention to local affairs and the charity drive.
A chaotic newspaper fragment describes dogs found by multiple owners in a town, with an attorney, Vir Ewing, and Wilbur Cate handling losses. The piece notes dogs were lost, some likely suffering congenital issues, and an ad in the Republican brought claims together. The tale ends with a cryptic note on the door about a case never likely to be solved.
A bold claim markets the Star Triumph steel range as the best ever in California with a $1000 reward offer for a rival. The ad touts fast hot ovens, low fuel use, self sharpening features, and dustless operation, claiming 65 sold in Fresno in 60 days and urging visits to Loii & Sons at 1107 139 J Street for a Christmas purchase.
Rhoads of SACRAMENTO a longtime Republican figure and ex public administrator is dying amid rheumatism and kidney trouble. The piece blends oblique notes on blood purity and a pseudo medical promotion for Dr. Pieren Gelden preparations and Pleasant Pellets, with stray political mentions and unrelated marketing claims.
Trustees discuss widening sidewalks and paving at the city’s edge before extending inward. They plan to start with the fire limits and suburban districts, then move outward, aiming for citywide inclusion in stages. A Fresno ordinance on suburban sidewalks is being studied for possible adoption.
San Jose prepares for Golden Jubilee Week as visitors flood the area. Local hotels fill quickly yet accommodations will be found for all who come, with a week of events and celebrations expected to leave a lasting mark on the city.
The Hawthorne school segment features Cora and May, young performers from a touring troupe led by Messrs Horn, as they balance stage life with schooling. Their parents plan formal musical training and future education, aiming for a Soubrette career while stressing study and discipline. The siblings, ages around five to eleven, travel and perform nightly for charity, with two siblings announcing plans to attend Fresno high school.
Touls Green, a local resident of a disreputable quarter, was arrested by Policeman Hennesey on a vagrancy charge. He received a six months sentence yesterday from Recorder Cosgrave. Tre mans mistress was also arrested. her trial date is not yet set and she pleaded not guilty.
The Goddard Copper Mining Company articles of incorporation were filed in the county clerk's office. The principal place of business is listed as Tresno, with directed officers including WV Botton, St George R W Johnson, and I P Beard, all of San Francisco. Capital stock is 150,000 spread over 25,000 shares at par $6, with 1,000 shares subscribed and total amount subscribed 19,85.
Edward Trewerhill appeared for preliminary examination in Recorder Cosmayes court on felony assault charges. He was held to answer with bail set at $9.00. R Pimee acted as his attorney.
Maggie Nevelin, a colored woman, pleaded guilty in Recorder Cosmavescoat to a charge of disturbin g the peach. She claimed nar cotic intoxication and stated she was out of her head. Policeman Pat Tennelley attempted to arrest her as she clung to his arm. The incident left Hennelly with a worsening arm injury.
A Los Angeles district court decision upholds the validity of the election annexing Universiti to the area as a controversial oil venture is disclosed. The ruling confirms one court alone can decide the petition and that the matter could not proceed elsewhere.
The Campany 1 monthly sheet outlines a shooting event at the ranch next Sunday. Members compete for a prize pot of 900 dollars for the best score at 300 yards. The format mirrors last year with 4 to 6 matches and a fall meeting to determine ownership of the pot.
Two men identified as residents of Humfit County were found dead in a slough near a camping area along the river. Local authorities say the bodies appeared to have fallen into the creek during a Sunday incident and are investigating the cause.
The Charles Voseler Company druggists and Winnie A Voseler consent to a general assignment in Baltimore on December 18, affecting Christian Devices and related holdings.
Morley, a well borer, was tried for stuffing a well with stones and script iron. He waived a jury and was found not guilty by Recorder Cosprave. Gene Hayes, who claimed Morley confessed, failed to appear after being sought by officers. No evidence supported Morley’s guilt.
A fragmentary page recaps Superior Court notes and stray military planning remarks. It mentions a National Guard unit, parade plans around Washingtons Birthday, and various docket items including cases and judgments with incomplete names and details.
A Whitaker & Ray Company edition titled Some Homely Little Songs by A J Waterhouse is set for release in San Francisco. The collection draws from verses originally published in the Republican and Upland newspapers, highlighting Waterhouse’s musical, readable style and themes of life, mortality, and mystic verse.
A fragmentary report from San Diego describes a morning incident involving a passenger ship and the harbor authority. It notes security escorts and precautionary measures, with officials stating no injuries were reported and the situation was contained on site.
War summaries recount multiple British setbacks as officials note defeats and retreats. Telegraphs from London describe casualties at Magersfontein and operational delays along the frontier. Reports also reference stock market panic tied to Buller’s campaign and strategic rail disruptions in Natal.
A Berkeley meeting led by former President Tuch ts discusses street improvement funding, proposing a dedicated fund and possible city charter changes. City engineers cited expertise. the group votes to form a committee to draft a new street laws bill for the next legislature.
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