20 Jul 1899
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Newspaper
Fresno Republican Weekly
Location
Fresno, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1899
Page
1
American and British correspondents in Manila charge government censorship skews reports from the Philippines. They accuse officials of suppressing field details and exaggerating progress, while Cabinet members deny formal discussion of the issue.
The article reports on official reactions to disclosures about intelligence and military operations in the Orient. It notes criticism of press coverage, cabinet remarks on freedom of information for correspondents, and potential effects on field commanders in Luzon as U.S. authorities seek to manage information amid ongoing hostilities. References to General Otis, the War Department, and the President underscore high level concerns over timelines and accountability.
Spatple reports a large gold shipment from Wash and a United States deposit case involving about one million dollars in value with hundreds of detainees. It notes a Canadian firm’s shipment weighs four hundred pounds and valued at one million and a quarter. Indictments in Georgia involve twenty two individuals. A new transport discusses a San Francisco arrival and a ship to Sydney.
Fragmented OCR notes describe medical care and patients in Havana Washington with references to surgeons and hospitals. Mentions Americans, civic groups, and possible autopsy or free care events, but the text is garbled.
Considerable fighting among natives in Puateles district on July 4 leaves chiefs wounded and slain. The German and British cruisers arrested three chiefs and brought them to Apia for Supreme Court review. Chief Justice Chambers plans San Timerscn departure July 10 after resigning. commissioners blamed for lax loot seizure among Mataafa partisans.
A Yukon council briefing discusses June royalty projections surpassing $800,000 with season output around $20 million. Ministers note that reduced levy on over 3,000 pits lowered royalties while higher tax escapees narrowed expected returns. Commission officials cite $2,000 spent on improvements and other costs in administration.
A fragmented tale from Kotzebue Sound describes a group including an oil engineer from Santa Bubna Cal and others who became stranded after their vessel’s engine failed near Tolsta. They faced a difficult escape, with improvisation and local aid aiding several in reaching safety despite a late, uncertain plan.
The Joteamer Gltrenne reached Vancouver from St Michael carrying 9 passengers and about 310000 pounds in gold dust. Worded notes credit large sums to Comahar Bid of Commer and Tapry Suitile for substantial shares.
Fragmentary 1908 period note describes strikes ships and city upheaval. Mentions Sacrime ty demegerate and bold cmt. References to city, villey, nerws, and new men replacing strikers. unclear specifics and names.
A blaze on Tuger Island, ignited near George Ehompsm’s rindh, burned 60 acres of standing barrel af and damaged about 100 worth of jacket grain owned by J Dixon. The incident occurred amid July heat and variable wind conditions. Weather reports from California stations show high temps ranging from 76 to 102 across the state with inland winds and dense fog near the coast.
A warrant alleges a Japanese woman named Omote fled to San Francisco after attempting petty larceny involving twelve trunks and personal items. She reportedly borrowed items not hers and was pursued across borders. Evidence indicates a pursuit by local authorities and involvement of San Francisco officials yesterday.
The fragment describes a long ago Forks youth event tied to an anniversary of a migrate or use of a fork, mentions Venice, the Doge of Venice, and a late adoption of a foil in Taglind with references to Bram fingus and Washington Poot. The text is garbled and contains many unclear names and dates.
Washington reports from Adjutant General Ward that recruiting continues for the volunteer regiments. He notes 7265 enlistments since July 10 with many already assigned, and expects the volunteer force to be fully organized and ready for consolidation at an early date.
A cryptic notice from Camp Merit details a forthcoming program at Sin Lrinasee, noting miles today are due to a lan ubing event. The fragmentary item mentions Mamila WASHENGION and Tales Artin sSecretus with reference to free alt health efforts amid a mysterious arrival.
A distorted OCR fragment mentions Kansas City, various numbers, dates, and entities. It references a new owner, a baptism, a municipal context, and assorted figures like 100 and $1. The readable items are sparse and lack a coherent report or clear outcome.
A Chicago report claims two girls aged eight and ten died after drinking poison prepared by their mother. Authorities say the mother was involved, and the case centers on a fatal poisoning tied to the family.
An advertisement touts a “Secret of Health” claiming science proves a tonic can originate a human stomach cure. It promotes patented stomach bitters as remedies for constipation, indigestion, and related ailments, urging readers to buy “Better’s You Get the Stomach Genuine.”
A New York World article outlines a vast trust aiming to control major industries. It envisions eliminating costly luxuries, reshaping rail and freight operations, and standardizing rates, with a centralized power surpassing any prior enterprise. It predicts a nationwide impact on transport, advertising, and labor, while reducing competition and enforcing unified pricing.
Market notes describe September wheat activity, price directions, and demand shifts. Traders reported lower market movement, with bulls showing strength in certain offerings while speculators leaned on declines. The report cites domestic and external demand effects and notes price levels around 110000 bushels versus a prior period, with weather and market sentiment shaping near term action.
Fragmented early 20th century market notes show CHE AGO July pricing for fruit sales across Cait and San Francisco regions, with figures for pears prunes plums and nectarines. Wheat, corn, and potatoes locations in Chicago and California markets are referenced, noting weak trends, opening declines, and moisture conditions affecting harvests and shipper activity.
Fragmented report notes General Shafter’s possible return to service if Congress consents and a session is in progress. It discusses retirement timing, executive control, and political maneuvering around his potential officio army role and related appointments amid a charged atmosphere.
Reports from New York say Metropolitan Street Railway and Brooklyn elevated lines face no imminent strike threat. Officials assert engineers and motormen will not walk out, while officers monitor tensions and labor leaders deny intent to strike.
In a tense game involving MW James and WeGuire, Boston and St Louis faced a high scoring contest. Key players including Bulon Art, Tavis, Cryer, Killen and Clarke contributed as the home team pressed for a win, with a final score around 40s to upper 30s.
The document asserts Dreyfus was legally convicted while alleging a forged bordereau and a cover by agents in Bern. It cites statements by Cante Berdinind Walsii Libertary and others, claiming high officials knew the bordereau was forged to smuggle punishment through war offices and the German embassy.
In Clay County towns residents report a tense situation as armed groups roam, riding horses and signaling between houses with horns. Locals race to safety while authorities strive to restore order amid rumors and confusion.
The Bally Vail secret claims the Shamrock’s construction mirrors the swift design disclosed by The London Mail. It asserts the yacht’s lines and keel allow rapid turning and speed, claiming to be 9 seconds faster than the Columbia and designed to glide over water rather than cut through it.
The schooner Genertt Sigginn arrived from Cook's Inlet Alaska with a party of sixteen Massachusetts men aboard. They previously wintered near Resurroption Bay, where a buried schooner was salvaged for parts and then sold for 100 dollars to Captain Newrall. The party, including LC Collins and several others, faced hard times and scurvy risk, but continued homeward amid mixed opinions on Cook Inlet.
Newport July 17 The Merchants Port Yacht Association held a meeting noting Defender now owned by Vanderbilt after the season. Wilkar Vandill parased the Mors2n Techin Interest. The Defender will be fitted for equipping prior to presentation to Wien BW Vanderbitt. The sloop Cuumitt is too small for the parties involved.
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