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Newspaper

Fresno Republican Weekly

Location

Fresno, California, United States of America

Date

Feb 14, 1896

Page

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Day of Speech Making in Senate and House Debates

In the Senate today Senator Quay’s resolution to recommit the bill passed without division after an amended seed purchase provision. Blanchard of Louisiana spoke on the Monroe doctrine endorsing a broad American policy across North Central and South America and opposing European territorial encroachment. Allen of Nebraska and Wolcott of Colorado debated agricultural aid amid drought, while the day in the House shifted to District of Columbia business and a bond bill with party lines on concurrence in the Senate substitute. The session adjourned with 113 members present and a night debate planned.

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Spaniards Active as Weyler Maps Cuban Situation

General Weyler arrives in Cuba aboard the Alfonso III and orders detailed counts of troops and supplies. He plans to map the country’s roads and telegraph lines before any major moves, and to organize a large cavalry brigade despite shortages of mounts. Justice of the Peace Spence of Burrough Valley returns home after a short visit to Fresco.

Weyler Alfonzo III Cuba greneral Pene Spence Burrough valley

Fiendish Outrage Roughed Penniless Man on San Fernando Street

Fred Standler, new arrival from Nebraska, was accosted by two men on San Fernando Street near the East Los Angeles viaduct. They demanded money, gagged and assaulted him, one drawing a knife. he fell hurt and was found by a witness, taken to Irving Hospital with serious injuries. No clues to the attackers were found as the incident occurred in the dark.

Fred Standler Nepraska Standler San Fernando Street Los Angeles Irving hospital Standjer

The New Process Photographs With Rays of Light

In Syracuse New York on February 11 under Professor Eugene Heanel TRS, experiments at Syracuse University produced photographs using light rays. A live iron skeleton required one hour and fifteen minutes exposure on trial. Cardboard box tests and small objects were penetrated due to under exposure. Heanel shields dry plates with black paper to block daylight and reduce exposure. Edison photography of the bat is deemed impossible due to transparency while scholars debate Beblatter in Denver.

SaRhinE Syracuse University Eugene Huanel TRS Heanel Edison

Adopted and Lost in California Legislature Protest 1890

A historical note recounts a California Assembly and Senate protest resolution against a congressional railroad funding bill. The measure passed both houses but, records show, was not received by the governor, possibly lost en route. The sequence began with resolutions in 1890 and culminated in a joint resolution urging mortgage foreclosure and debt collection if Congress failed to act.

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Australian starter trial at Inglemere races

The Australian starting machine was tested at Inglemere with strong interest from racing officials. In the mile handicap the machine worked perfectly as the starter signalled and the field left promptly. Winners included Kamem over six furlongs, Zamar over seven, Sir Vassar over six and a half, and Branandon over a mile. Weather was fine and attendance large. The ballot results in the senatorial contest showed Hunter leading and Republicans planning further actions. Plans for a new county courthouse were approved by the Board of Supervisors, with architect W H Wichier designated.

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Money is All Up Militia Ordered to Be Ready in El Paso Fight

In El Paso on February 11 consul Buford predicts the boxing bout will proceed despite opposition. Mexican officials and locals expect the fight to go ahead, with preparations and stakes posted. Governor Hughes orders militia ready in Phatux Tempe Meix Yuma and Tucson to block a possible Mexican move toward San Simon Station.

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A Serious Accident In Los Axerses

Chief deputy George Varcae was struck by a Pico Height electric street car while riding a breveta. He fell after losing balance as the car neared in opposite directions, was dragged before brakes engaged, and suffered a broken left arm, deep forehead gash, and multiple minor injuries. He remained unconscious. doctors held hope for recovery.

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Waller's Release Prompted by French-US Accord

Wasmoro February 1. Amned to accept French government suggestion to release former United States Consul Waller from further imprisonment and pardon his offense on condition the affair ends between France and the United States. No plan by the United States to advocate for the prisoner. Waller may sue in French courts for damages for treatment.

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Deposits of Gold in York Push Toward Bonds

Gold deposits in York on February 11 were numerous and Treasury officials could only generalize that total amounts would vary due to many small deposits and gold certificates. By 2 PM about 3,000,000 was credited to builders for new bonds from today s operations. Depositors included individuals, banks, corporations, new government bond depositors, and bullion brokers with withdrawals placed at roughly 605,000 for bullion brokers.

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Customs Inspector Arrested San Farocisco

February 1 Martin Cleary a customs house inspector was arrested on charges of accepting bribes from a Chinese manufacturer and raw Chinese shipments. A warrant was issued for Charles Favor on the charge of impersonating a revenue officer. Lavor van Cleary’s alleged accomplice faces extortion-related accusations.

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Rehearing Granted in Valley Road Franchise Case

The Supreme Court denied the writ and left in place the Fresno city trustees’ action to publish and auction a franchise for Valley Road. Valley Road argued it was a through line and that other roads would not seek the right of way, but the court upheld the denial and denied further hearings.

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Little Girl Drowned Off Rocks Near Lighthouse Point

February 11 near Tighthouse Point Mary Reed ten, daughter of Mrs Frank Reed, slipped when a wave knocked her from the rocks while gathering shells. Mrs Reed, washed off in the rescue attempt, reached the rocks but the body was not recovered. neighbors search for the missing girl. The Reeds, from Freano, were camping near the river for a general weekend. A separate item notes Carrie Wilson held on assault with intent to murder after shooting Mrs Hammond. bonds set at $3000 to answer before grand jury.

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Directors Meeting on Subscriptions for San Joaquin Railroad

President Robert Watt presided at a directors meeting of the San Francisco and San Joaquin Railroad Company. Bills approved total $45.80, $10,342 for labor. contracts signed for 150 flat cars 3800 tons of rails and related goods. Cash payments arrive from the fifth 10 percent assessment on $2,900,000 subscriptions. Funds appear sufficient to build Stockton to near Fresno, with bond sales or subscriber top-ups planned for remaining sections.

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French Senate Refuses Confidence on Southern Railway Scandals

The French Senate voted 158 to 80 against M. Bourgeois demanding a confidence vote on railway scandals. It adopted a resolution condemning irregularities and called for a thorough inquiry. The cabinet then sought a confidence vote in the chamber for Thursday.

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Hotel keepers with under forty rooms barred from selling liquor

Belr at Riverside reports a court decision upholding a hotel liquor clause. Judge Noyes sustained the city ordinance permitting beer sales in hotels with forty or more rooms. R J Bush, a restaurant keeper with a smaller house, was convicted and fined 300 dollars plus thirty days. Bush may appeal. Also noted are paralysis striking Frank Hobart of Ventura and the acquittal of Jane Shattuck in a murder case in San Francisco.

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Bond issues probe and fee scandals roil senate

February session probes recent bond negotiations with syndicates and individuals amid criticism of federal court expenses and a costly fee system. Debate spans treasury operations, appropriation growth, and calls for reform as legislation halts over Lincoln and Andrew Jackson holiday proposals.

Debates Seen As Senate Edges Toward Bond Issue Vote

The chamber prepared for a long session on the poise of silver and gold as bases for finance. A late afternoon recess paused the debate on the bill with seven on the floor and empty galleries. Republican oppose the senate substitute while other speakers urged action on a 2100 100, 000 bond issue and debt redemptions provisions. A further recess was taken until tomorrow morning due to a lack of speakers.

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Democratic booms Whitney Pattison for President in Mass

In Hantseunc, February 12, the Whitney and Pattison presidential campaigns in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania gain momentum as state committees rally support. Petition signatories include leading business and professional figures, mayors, and lawmakers, with Governor McLaurin not solicited but close allies enlisted. A Pattison boom for the presidency is launched at the state Democratic committee meeting endorsing Pattison for Chicago at the national convention.

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Lord Sholte Douglas Scammed in Los Angeles Jewelry Scheme

The Marquess of Queensberry’s son, while in Northern California, was duped out of 1300 dollars by a Los Angeles acquaintance who promised high returns from a loan. He later lent 709 and 3600 more, seeking safe gains. He carries a pistol en route to settle with the shady investor as his wife pursues her theater work in the city.

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General Weyler Plans Troops Leaving Spain for Cuba

Havana February 12. A Havana chamber of planters committee led by Senor Arila pressed Captain General Weyler for his views on improving planter conditions. Weyler said the crisis must be remedied and sugar cane grinding hoped to resume mid March in Pinar del Rio, Havana, Matanzas and Santa Clara. He will reorganize the army before relying on volunteers for estate protection.

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Annual Banquet Honors McKinley Guest of Honor

The tenth annual Marquette Club banquet drew 1300 attendees in the auditorium with McKinley as guest of honor. Ohio’s McKinley spoke on Abraham Lincoln and current politics, praising Lincoln’s common sense and statesmanship. Governors and Republican leaders from Wisconsin North Carolina and Nebraska attended amid loud applause for references to protection and national leadership.

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Mrs Lonas to Debut as Minister Sunday in Kansas

Mrs Mary F. Lonas will debut in the ministerial profession next Sunday at the Central Church of Christ in Wiemsta Kansas with the expectation of a pastorate vacancy. She plans to serve in the church and vows to confront issues within. Also included are varied market and crime notes from February and January events.

Wiemsta Kan Mary F. Lonas abe Central Church of Christ

Lucky to Get Away 4 Newspaper Correspondents Record in Cuba

A February report notes Willem F Mannix a newspaper correspondent faced expulsion from Cuba. The record in the state department shows letters in his hand proposing to assist Spanish authorities against Cuban insurgents, offering to betray Cuban officers and seeking pay. Officials assess Mannix likely to avoid punishment under Spanish terms.

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Pearl Bryan murder case linked to Jackson and Walling

The statement outlines Scott Jackson’s account of Pearl Bryan's movements from Monday through Saturday, including visits to depots, the Indiana House, and the college. It notes a planned operation, Walling’s actions, and the subsequent verdict detailing decapitation at Fort Thomas and the joint presence of Pearl Bryan, Scott Jackson, and Alsuzo Walling on January 31, 1890 near Cincinnati, with time and place specifics.

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Stage Proprietor Robbed in Waterford County

Two masked men robbed Thomas Smith, proprietor of the Modesto and Coulters villa stage, at 1 am in Waterford county. They demanded cash, took 60 dollars, and eyed a $200 gold watch but did not take it. They escaped after the raid, and Smith could not identify either suspect.

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Triplets All Girls Prescort Birth in Jerome Town

Mrs Jaia Reyes of Jerome welcomed triplets all girls last night. One infant Oae died neon after birth while the mother and the remaining twins survive and recover. The attending physician notes the birth of triplets of a single sex as unusual.

Jaia Reyes Jerome

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