Around the Circle Reception for Senator Hill in Jackson
A large crowd gathered at the depot this morning as Senator Hill arrived from Mississippi and was welcomed by Governor Stone and local officials. Hill spoke briefly on political issues as crowds surged into the capital, with a noon reception at the mansion and a joint session of the legislature.
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Behring Sea dispute highlighted in Salisbury note delay
News from March 15 reports Cabinet members expect no immediate action until Salisbury replies to the President’s March note renewing the modus vivendi. If no reply arrives, the President will press the British minister to expedite the issue and bring it to Salisbury’s attention.
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Ammonia Label Bill Moves in New York Legislature
A draft bill in New York aims to require branding on all baking powder packages that contain ammonia. The measure targets consumer protection amid ammonia scandals, naming brands such as Royal Pearl Calumet Chicago Yeast Forest City One Spoon and others likely affected if enacted.
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Political debate and clashes over tariff policy reported
Fragmented coverage describes a lively House discussion on protection versus free trade. Walker of Massachusetts defends tariffs as a farmers and workers issue, while opponents critique the McKinley bill. In separate items, land grab attempts, a track purchase bid, a prize fight coroner ruling, and a major ribbon trust are noted with mixed details.
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Dubuque Sheriff Candidate Ties to California Murder Plot
March 16 report suggests ox sheriff suspect connected to a $22,000 offer to kill Judge Terry in California may be Tom Desmond of Dubuque. Desmond, once San Francisco sheriff, led a rescue party in New South Wales and reportedly left California before the Terry murder. no firm linkage established.
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Bakersfield Road Project Gains Support From Local Landowners
At a Bakersfield railroad convention meeting an association formed with Myron Angel as representative to secure stock subscriptions and rights of way. Landowners including Fevie Hagein, Carr, John H. Wasa, T M McDonald, R H McDonald, J. Havens, Hunt estate, Lux, Clarke, and Mulla favor a land sale to raise funds. Angel predicts 10 000 000 could finance the road at 70 000 per mile, with mountainous sections. Also elected: convention officers and board members for the upcoming gathering at Bluff Point Take in September.
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Odd Circumstances Surrounding Hospital Shooting Near Minturn
George Smith, wounded in a mysterious shooting last Wednesday, was brought to Merced hospital nearly dead. His neck wounds remain heated, with bloodstains and buckshot fragments found along a fence and creek. Authorities suspect Smith’s guilt, while evidence includes old pramanche hidden in holes and tracks erased by dragging objects.
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Mitchell is Wanted After Europe Departure With $3100 Debt
Mrs Herbert L Mitchell of San Francisco seeks her husband Mitchell who vanished abroad taking $3100 of her funds and much jewelry after a four year marriage. The case notes her discovery during a return visit from England and urges recovery of the missing money and items. In other notes, a parliamentary secretary cites losses to British Caribbean colonies under reciprocity with the United States, listing Jamaica, Windward Islands, Barbados, Trinidad, and British Guiana with specific sums.
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Cleveland Denies Bid for Presidency Amid Telegram Hoax
Ex president William McKinley era telegram tale stirs talk as Mrs Cleveland reportedly pressed for disclosure of a letter declining renomination. Cleveland reportedly said he never conceived of such a letter and dismisses the telegram as an absurd fabrication.
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Rail line prospects nab coast route at Port Harford
March 1 executive committee of the Bakerfield railroad convention backs building a line from Port Harford into Lalave county. San Francisco landholder John H Wise, owning 27,000 acres along the route, presides. other San Luis Obispo and Irense group members attend. Landholders may contribute one dollar per acre. Wise and Lloyd Levis among principal holders. Committee to continue efforts.
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Bryan's Nebraskas Parody In House Tariff Debate
In a crowded house the Nebraska’s Bryan delivered a lengthy partisan speech mirroring McKinley’s style and attacked the tariff law McKinley framed. The address, lasting about two hours, drew steady attention from members as the debate on interstate tariff policy continued.
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Widow in Ukiah Wins Half Million Estate Case
A domestic servant in Ukiah, once destitute, inherits $200,000 after Newfield agency in San Francisco arranged her employment in London. Her London husband died leaving a substantial estate, and a widow named Olama secured legal help from New York attorneys who pursued the claim. The claimant moved to California where local friends supported her fight and secured the funds.
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Wreck Case, Swamp Land Fight, and House Fire Reported
A March 17 dispatch notes a Salt Against the Southern Pacific in Kentucky over a wreck and appeals, plus California swamp land denial of Lake Tulare area parcels. Also reported is a mysterious midnight house fire in Moorsro where Mrs Lawrence narrowly escaped with her infant as authorities probe possible arson by her former husband.
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Blizzard Hits States From Texas To Arkansas
A ferocious blizzard causes widespread damage across the state. Snow and ice ruin crops, delay streetcars, and bring hardship to the poor. Reports cite heavy snowfall in Little Rock and Texarkana, with one town noting 18 inches.
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California Exhibits at World Fair Highlight Tensions
The World’s Fair agenda includes California’s contested site plans for state exhibits and livestock display. Commissioner DeYoung is urged to secure a prominent position for California buildings while five acres are allocated for California trees. A new lodge forms in Sanger, and local officials discuss right of way disputes with the San Joaquin Valley railroad.
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Railroads and rates ignite San Francisco fruit trade debate
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