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Newspaper
Fresno Republican Weekly
Location
Fresno, California, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1898
Page
7
Debates flare over a retroactive revenue bill as the House passes the Labor Arbitration Bill with Senate amendments. Lawmakers argue tax levels on small deposits, premiums, and inland bills of exchange, while warning of wartime needs and future conflicts.
Three divisions of the First Provisional Army arrive and camp at Chickamauga. Reports describe blockages on the tracks, 준비 preparations, and logistics efforts to supply tents uniforms ammunition and food while awaiting clearance and transport. Demand for wells water and storage space is noted as depots organize to ready regimental supplies.
Imperial Japanese harbors chief touring the world for harbor improvements spoke in Chicago after visiting Galveston and said Japan seeks no dispute over the Philippines. He affirmed long standing friendly relations between Japan and the United States and did not oppose American claims. His remarks came during a world tour assessing major port developments.
A dispatch from Mawar den reports United States Ambassador Colonel John Hay expressing heartfelt sympathy to the Gladstone family and congratulating them on a life filled with splendid achievements dedicated to noble purposes. The message honors an English legacy and the union of shared values between nations.
The report describes ships and gunners at San Juan during a bombardment. It details the intense heat and smoke, the escape of the Left while near shore, and the accuracy and boldness of the actions against batteries. It notes shell bursts, water spouts, and crews wiping salt from faces amid smoke. The narrative emphasizes the brave exposure of ships and the skill of gunnery under fire.
Aboard the Charleston the Navy Yard ordered repairs to persistent condenser leaks after departure for Manila. Captain Glass noted the fault lay in condenser tubes from material defects and test limitations, with repairs planned in port before resuming voyage to the Philippines within hours. Rumors of design damage were dismissed as unfounded by Capt. Glass.
Miss Lik Davidson, former superintendent of girls at Hang Chun facility, arrived in South Carolina after two years in China. She suffered an eye ailment forcing a pause in work but plans to rest at Lisno before resuming duties. She described Chinese education, gender roles, and attitudes toward missionaries, noting limited opportunities for girls and the mutual curiosity between Chinese people and Western visitors.
The Spanish cabinet debates prolonging the budget into June as Senor Romero y Robledo plans to address the chamber. The Spoca notes railroad officials offered the government 230 million nesetas to extend concessions amid warship concerns and a tense international scene.
Loyal Pennsylvanians welcome the South Pennsylvania volunteers arriving at Union Station this morning en route to San Francisco and then to land. Five thousand staples and four thousand of them remained, local townsfolk from Western Pennsylvania turn out in support as the regiment departs. Raisin growers around West Park Colony are called to meet in the schoolhouse today at 2 pm to discuss their interests in the farming of ruins.
A social evening hosted by Miss Ferguson and Miss Curpuson at Miss Joff Hughes residence featured a guessing contest matching photographed figures of notable adults. The event included refreshments and a large guest list from the Rey Villy area, with Stonewall Ashmiui correctly identifying sixty eight percent of the participants, followed by a courteous departure and warm thanks to the hosts.
The Parlor Lecture Club met at Hughes hotel to discuss forming a city federation of women clubs after summer recess. Representatives from Query Leite Wednesda Century clubs pledged support to aid Red Cross with supplies and fever belts for soldiers, with federation aims covering relief work and coordinated acts through the city’s club women.
Queen Esther Circle hosted a social at the street Methodist church with many young people present. After music and literary pieces, attendees enjoyed cake and social conversation, with performances including piano solo and patriotic recitation by Edith McIndoo and others, ending with a chorus.
Wheat futures showed modest strength on May 19 as rust concerns from Missouri and western regions spurred buying. July and September contracts traded higher while some months weakened. corn and oats moved with daily shifts. Pork, lard, and rib futures closed slightly higher for July options amid mixed oilseed activity.
In San Francisco on May 19 William Hair a retired capitalist was found dead in bed with a room gaslit. The window gaps were open and investigators believe a gust blew gas into the room after he failed to shut it off following his retirement around 10 oclock. Mrs Jagger travels to San Francisco to bid farewell to Corporal Tagger of Company C before deployment to Manila.
Red Cross Society of Tresno gathered at the Cowan house for planning and fundraising. About twenty five members pledged donations from five dollars to small cents while committees organize clothing items, school donations, and drive to send bands, bags, and supplies to the city and a San Francisco convention delegation.
The Grand Lodge of Knights of Pythias at Santa Rosa passed resolutions praising Stanton L Carter of Wheias for his 15 year tenure as Chancellor of his domain. It nominates Carter for Supreme Vice Chancellor at the August 1898 Supreme Lodge convention and commends his name to Past Supreme Chancellors and Representatives for favorable consideration.
An advertisement notes a fresh carload arrival of Columbus buggies and harness goods. The direct agent sells harness robes saddles and related items, with shipments routed through the Hopkins Agricultural Works and nearby workshop at J street corner Kern street.
A wave of candidacy notices lists varied officials seeking reelection or new posts in Fresno County. Names include W W Machen for Recorder, Khaseif for District Attorney, J R Kirter, G Lazer, and G M Glazer for multiple offices, with party conventions in 1898 and 1808 cited. The notices also name County Judge, Auditor, Treasurer, Tax Collector, and other county roles, indicating party lines and nomination events for the upcoming elections.
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