15 Jun 1899
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Newspaper
Fresno Republican Weekly
Location
Fresno, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1899
Page
1
June 1 8 New Richmond Wisconsin reports a ferocious cyclone sweeping away the prosperous village. Homes and businesses are leveled, bodies and injuries counted as rescuers search through wreckage. Police and relief units from nearby towns battle debris, with hospitals and churches overwhelmed but aiding the injured and dead.
A severe storm sweeps through the town as crowds gathered for a circus causing widespread destruction. Trees uprooted and buildings damaged with property loss estimated pending. Insurance reports indicate minimal coverage. aid efforts begin as residents assess the wreckage and await recovery.
A powerful tornado struck Herman in Washington County tonight, destroying nearly all buildings. Reports say only two survive and up to one hundred may be killed or missing as rescue teams assess the wreckage and begin aid efforts amid flooding and fires.
Eight hundred copper miners at Mountain area went on strike demanding higher pay after a wage increase at nearby smelters was rejected. Police and deputies were dispatched to protect the companys property as tensions rose and major disruption loomed at the Tron Mount mine.
Governor Picharas ordered a Buffalo detachment of the state militia to join the pursuit of train robbers. Reports placed the robbers on TK Mountain in the Big Horn range north of the Note in the Wall counties. Nebraska bloodhounds expected to reach the area, aiding capture efforts predicted.
A Manila resident, identified as J Smith of Buttato New dath, is reported to have been overcome by heat while on Paranaque Te last week. Authorities note his condition improved after medical attention and he is expected to recover. incident linked to high temperatures and summer heat exposure.
Report from New York dated June 1 details the Hague peace conference where England backs the American proposal while Germany and France show indifference. The dispute centers on arbitration versus interstate acceptance, with Russia shaping French stance and Boers prompting calls for intervention. The fate of the American plan remains unsettled as contending powers weigh their interests.
Second Vice President T Wright announces that contracts for two first class vessels for the International Navigation Company have been let to the Cramps of Philadelphia. Each ship will be about 47 000 tons register, 600 feet long with 60 feet beam, carrying 400 steerage and 1000 deck passengers, twin screws and triple expansion engines. The ships will match current liners in fittings and speed, planned to enter service next year.
In a June dispatch from Paris, the Argentine Republic and the Holy See resume diplomatic relations for the first time since 1860, with Argentine Minister at Pins accredited to represent Argentina at the Vatican. Critics in morning papers assess M. Dupuy's career.
Citizens debate a plan to lease the city plant as a revenue measure. The proposal would advertise the asset and permit sale or lease terms to raise funds for the city treasury. Local officials discuss impacts on future crops, taxes, and public services amid fiscal pressures.
Five individuals faced proceedings over a fatal hit and run involving Hon Cumoths Guy Shays. The court heard testimonies on the night of the incident and the defendants’ connections to the victims. Police investigations tied the suspects to the crash, with legal action pending further hearings.
June 1 report from Washington notes General Gils orders the Oregon regiment aboard transports to the United States with sick and wounded. Transport safety concerns delay departure, and officials consider routing via the Columbia River to San Francisco. The department intends to use judgment on the best path, with the unit likely to proceed directly to San Francisco.
A wartime briefing discusses American expeditionary forces, logistics, and the feasibility of rapid mobilization. It notes General Corbin's comments on troop readiness, transport needs, and the challenge of assembling a competent corps from volunteers and regulars, with cautious timelines and strategic cautions.
Washington negotiators and acting secretary Meskeljohn held a lengthy conference with creditors to seek a debt deal extension. The meeting aimed to modify terms and extend payment deadlines for certain debts while consulting the president on the advisability of the move. Santa Ana's Electric Plant trustees contracted with Mont Pens & Company to install a power system at an estimated sixty to sixty five thousand dollars, with funding to come from Santa and Qapoor.
News wires describe a brutal engagement at the crossing of the Seapole River near Bacoor Cavite as American forces clash with insurgents. Casualties run high with many insurgents reported killed. U S forces push inland capturing several guns and forcing rebel retreat. Continuous naval bombardment and ground fighting persist as Marines and infantry assault entrenched positions.
Washington reports steady gains in destroyer and cruiser builds with multiple vessels advancing in percent completion including Kentucky, Alabama, Ohio, and other ships. Separate items note Senate volumes and sports scores from New York, Boston, Baltimore, and Cleveland games with brief results and attendances.
The Department of Agriculture in Sacramento notes temperatures ran five to eight degrees above normal across the state. In the coast and southern regions moisture varied with rain in the far south and mild mornings elsewhere. Crop prospects improved with good quality hogs and apples progressing well. peach crops benefited from favorable conditions and fruit and nut trees are in good condition overall. San Francisco reports June weather with maximum temperatures from multiple stations across California.
A damaged text fragment references regiments, Ninth and Twenty units, and mentions endurance and ambition. The phrasing is garbled with nonsensical terms, but implies wartime themes, experiments, and a focus on regimental actions and outcomes. No clear events or names are definitively identifiable.
Partial readable text mentions names such as Vinay Phom and Yoda with scattered phrases about days and units. The fragmentary content lacks clear events, context, or a cohesive report to summarize into a full news item.
The Newport is driven to Port Low due to a storm described with chaotic OCR. The vessel attempted to reach safety but faces dangers from the gale. Rescue and navigation difficulties are noted as the ship nears the straits and seeks calmer waters.
Fragmentary OCR shows references to Amethyst Smugels and a court action seeking a preliminary injunction. Names like Nicholas Creele appear with orders to prevent transfer of property or stock in the Amethist Vin Company. The document mentions a tribal or local governance context and various place names, dates, and legal terms, but the text is garbled.
Denver reports that the eight hour law prompted the Omaha and Giant smelters in Denver Pueblo and Leadville to close furnaces by tomorrow night at 12. About 1109 workers will lose jobs as management and miners argue over hours and wages.
A private cablegram from the Admiral to a friend questions a plan to use money for a soldiers home in New York. He has not communicated with the home committee and officials expect him to decline the project. The committee will continue collecting and decide how to use the funds once the target is reached.
A ceremonial note honors a deceased official of California and condolences are offered for Regent Timothy Gus Ehelp i who died after being injured in a street incident. The assembly postpones the selection of a successor to Wattin Reds as president of the way city.
The defense continues cross examination of expert Kytka by Senator Boyce in the libel trial. The proceedings enter a third week with prospects of a long continuation.
In a disputed matter Mrs Greer and her spouse faced a theft inquiry with a refusal to cooperate. The case involved delayed communications and a gatekeeping stance affecting the court’s ability to proceed.
A fragment reports Californian troops arriving in San Francisco about July 12 aboard a vessel from Oregon. The 1st Volunteer signal company embarked at Nagvat Phe and reached San Francisco late July 17. The outgoing Oregon troops reportedly suffered two losses in the year long campaign.
Jury and evidence link Jas O Gillette to the killing of John B Jones at Salinas. The defendant, remanded to county jail, allegedly shot Jones after driving horses to water and returning with his wife nearby. The wounded man died before medical aid arrived.
The Hague session of the Red Cross sub committee talks through the Genevan convention extension. Professor Renault presents the report and unanimous opinion deems the plan masterly with essential points endorsed and amendments submitted. Captain Mahan proposes a standard status for wounded and neutral-rescued persons. adoption expected.
Gustav Frey a San Francisco gambler shot his separated wife in the rear of Hottema street then killed himself with a Colt revolver. He was 44 and she younger by about ten years. A 12 year old daughter named Nida witnessed the tragedy.
The German steamer Macedonia collided with the Dominion steamship Hamilton off Long Branch. Macedonia reportedly sent three passengers and 19 crew to safety toward Norfolk and Newport News. The Hamilton sailed for New York today. A dense fog blanketed the coast and Lay and the area was shrouded in mist.
Ras of Islands Newfoundland was gutted by forest fires today with only nine houses standing. French and British warships aid the destitute residents as relief plans are arranged.
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