28 Apr 1900
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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1900
Page
1
Eastern Texas and Louisiana will see showers Saturday and Friday with brisk southeasterly winds. The Owlshers and Troijan Territory expect showers Saturday, then cooler Sunday with northwesterly winds.
Ottawa April 27 reports a massive blaze destroyed over five square miles, leaving seven thousand people homeless and property losses pegged at 17.9 million dollars. The disaster uprooted families, halted work, and prompted relief pledges from the government and city council.
Reports say summons issued for chairman John W. Gales and president Join Lambert of American Steel and Wire. Lawyers aim to secure extradition if they do not return to New York for proceedings under misconduct of corporate officers. Magistrate Zell er issued blank returnable dates for the possibly broadened charges.
Railroads Louis Ville Nashville and the Mobile and Ohio resume through service for the first time since flood disruptions. Southbound passenger train departs at 2 pm for New Orleans and 3 pm from Mobile with two extra freight trains ordered to run north from Mobile.
The Post reports in Washington on April 27 that a resolution to stop U.S. government form in Cuba and surrender the island to Cubans introduced by Mr. Mason will likely fail. Senate Cuban affairs chair Senator Piett said it won’t receive favorable consideration. The administration plans to continue current policy until it deems Cuba ready for self rule.
Reports from Constantinople on April 26 describe a peremptory ultimatum demanding immediate indemnity payment, delivered to Tow Pasha by American authorities. The note lacks a set deadline, but its threat unsettles the porte while the United States contemplates enforcement.
A severe Texas storm hit Waco on April 27 with high winds and devastating floods. Mrs Caudle and her daughter drowned after seeking refuge in a neighbor’s house that was washed away. The disaster swamped streets, damaged bridges and homes, and damaged the woolen mills district with many residents forced to flee. Police and fire crews organized rescues as waters rose to record levels.
Governor Allen arrived in San Juan on April 27 aboard the DHolphin amid a formal salute by Texan and Machias crews. Officials and 3000 onlookers watched as he and General Davis met in a restrained ceremony, reflecting public discontent with civil power and limited decorations.
Washington April 27 Two amendments to the Sherman antitrust act to be presented next week seek harsher relief from monopolies. Drafted by Day and Littlefield the proposals include shielding witnesses from punishment for testifying while allowing broadened penalties on railroads and carriers involved in forfeited property.
Thousands witnessed the queen landing at Holyhead this morning after arriving yesterday from Ireland. The royal special train started southward at 1 oclock amid demonstrations. The queen reached Windsor Castle at 655 p.m.
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