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Newspaper
Fresno Republican Weekly
Location
Fresno, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1898
Page
10
A historic outline discusses Jack Wall and O0seuble as political figures, noting a convention absence and comments on platform priorities. The document details proceedings, the role of jurors, and mentions the Republican state convention with emphasis on platform questions and leadership actions.
The York Serr Dave Sullivan defeated Scilly Smith of Los Angeles after Sollys arm broke in the fifth round. Smith had fought hard with a severely injured arm and was unable to continue, giving Sullivan the victory in a controversial end. Spike Sullivan reportedly bet heavily on his brother’s win, profiting as the bout concluded.
Washington reports deny word of the emperor's death beyond notices dated the 22nd. Wong says no confirmation exists as tensions rise. Great poverty and fear of encroachment fuel concern over Empress Dowager return and possible Mongolian or Chinese power moves.
Republicans opened their campaign with an enthusiastic rally in Humboldt. About 300 members joined the Henry Gage Republican Club as J P Monroe and I Bolyage spoke. A drill corps will be organized soon.
At the Carson County convention the ticket was nominated with HO Mills for Assembly Quotus Culte and Dupws. George Trelis named treasurer Charles Peters auditor and recorder Sim Platt declared as commissioner Tong term 3 Woodbuns joined as judge of peace G Godlman and W Christier were also listed.
War Department dispatch from Washington discusses sickness and casualties among American troops in Porto Rico. It notes a high fever rate, a call to return the sick home for quicker recovery, and emphasizes discipline and quarantine measures in detachments. Report from Ponce indicates Americans control four fifths of the island while Spaniards retreat toward San Juan.
Leaders from the Democratic state convention scene in New York gather for talks after a string of defeats. Kell and David Hill arrive for meetings aimed at shaping the state platform at the city hall conference. The Chicago platform is under review as Democrats plan a decisive push, yet doubt remains over an explicit free silver endorsement.
Corbett and McCoy news from Buffalo as Hawthorne Club lawyers petition Justice Childs for arrest to test an alleged agreement limiting McCoy versus Corbett. The judge declined and counsel moved to Justice White but no application was filed by 1 oclock.
A revised complaint in the Abbott Kinney case against Santa Monica Soldiers Home narrows to five inmates. The action seeks to disenfranchise those individuals, with further court steps slated in the near term.
The secretary of the treasury directed the collector of internal revenue to tax Paschal exhibitions and pugilistic contests with admission fees at 19, including speed horse races and circuses. Exhibitions must pay 300 dollars under the war revenue act. saloons and circuses exempt from certain duties.
Primary dispatch describes ships Buffalo Oregon and IowaBem prepared for action in the Dewey campaign. It notes readiness of crews, hardware checks, and signals readiness to sail. The report emphasizes navigation gear, masts, and armament status as preparations continue ahead of a potential naval operation.
At a tense meeting in Prout, officials and riders faced suspensions and fines as the League of American Wheelmen and an opposing body clashed over membership rules. Committee men calculated penalties while riders awaited a new association and hope for a permanent solution before the races resume.
A disastrous blaze at The Vendome Hotel in San Jose caused total destruction of the rear sections and heavy damage to the front, with about 73000 in losses. The fire began in a rear second floor gallery electric flue, 60 guests were evacuated, and all hotel staff fought the flames, with repairs possible but uncertain.
Peace commissioners of the United States reached Paris from London, greeted at the railway station by embassy staff and a crowd. The journey from England to the city was uneventful and the delegation proceeded to their hotel amid reporters and onlookers.
To Investigate Conditions Des Moines towa Sct Adjutant General Byers leaves tomorrow for San Francisco to report on condition andness of the fifty first Town. WoC Ramsay came down from Stockton last night.
A disjointed report notes a robber being frightened away after a butcher's knife brandished during an incident on a country lane. The chaotic text mentions a wagon, several mariners, a man named Lon Hows Hment, and a mysterious pursuit ending with someone fleeing toward a shop area.
Surday Farrer Lite reports a dramatic burglary attempt where a man armed with a pistol entered a house through a rear doorway. A confrontation led to a rapid withdrawal and the suspect fled toward alleys, later captured by deputies Johnny Abin and Jin Du. The jeweler remains in the country.
The city began the Jewish holy day with sundown on Sunday as downtown stores closed yesterday. The fast continued for twenty four hours ending at sundown yesterday with orthodox residents observing prayer, repentance, and fasting per Leviticus instructions.
Plaisted, founder of Riverside's Democratic paper, faced consi derable hostility as he attempted to start a Fresno daily under the Democratic county committee. The commentary decries the move as a political stunt and labels the newspaper project an impossible venture.
An old advertisement offers ten cents for a sample of a catarrh and hay fever remedy called Cream Balm. It claims a mercury free formula and lists endorsements from Rev John Reider and Rev W Pope in Helena Montana. The price is 50 cents per can.
The county outlines a plan related to tax rate decreases from the prior year and the redemption of road bonds. It notes court actions and budget items, with figures reflecting debt totals, state assessments, and scheduled maturities, including bonds issued and tendered. The document references specific dates in April and May, plus percentages and dollar figures tied to debt service and capital projects, detailing the financial stance and upcoming obligations.
The West Side Sundat School union met at 114 Ft ranch near San Jou myers Ch to map the emroxer day and discuss duties for future support. Mr Webb was called to speak at the funeral of Mrs Martha Rishet at Fos Ranoe.
A small gathering at the Hutchson home marked the fifth anniversary of their wedding. Guests included Mr and Mrs Hutchison, Mr and Mrs Holden, Mrs Clark, Mrs Sutherland, and other local couples and friends, with 11 games and refreshments before departures at a late hour.
The White Fronts secured a decisive victory Sunday afternoon near the Fresno depot. Big White Fronts Acres and Fanning led the charge with strong battery play while Nichols and Robinson stood out in defense. Several players, including Rabetek and Fant, returned from a tour of San Francisco and other coast points.
The readable portion mentions a court case with SE Recorder Clark, James Madison, and the Fenney Dinning Company. A jury found the defendant guilty but judgment was withheld for ten days, with delays and an arrest warrant issued for Madison or Widison in connection to a nuisance at a distillery.
Mrs Lane Mra Rosia Tare wife of Edwira B Lane died suddenly about 9 o clock Sunday night at her residence on O street after suffering from a tumor for some time An operation performed in hope of relief resulted in her death Mrs Lane was a native of Mississippi aged % years She leaves besides her husband BR B Lane an unmarried daughter Her only son died over a year ago from burns caused by the overturning of a coal oil lamp at the residence of W W Phillips on the San Joaquin river
The notice extols the genuine Syrup of Figs manufactured only by California Fig Syrup Co. It warns against imitations and highlights the product as superior, acting on kidneys liver and bowels without irritation, with nationwide distribution through San Francisco Louisville and New York.
A burglar trapped by a failed escape attempt is apprehended after attempting to flee through a front window. Investigation continues as officers secure the scene and identify associates.
Residents of Fowler and Towler oppose newly opened liquor saloons arguing lack of license and illegal sales. Court proceedings before Justice Calloway feature testimony by defendants and community outrage over tavern conduct and underage patronage.
The Fresno Gas and Electric Light Company announces Paul Muntzech will not remain secretary and bookkeeper. George Colquhoun is promoted to fill the vacancy after Muntzech departs to start his own business. The resignation, under consideration for months, is noted with best wishes from officers and directors.
In October a legal open season for quail begins and authorities warn against pre opening hunting. Game Warder Ferguson leads a twenty deputy crackdown to arrest offenders before October 1. A separate insolvency case involves Taus and a bankruptcy filing in Alameda and Fresno counties.
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