05 Feb 1896
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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1896
Page
1
Reports from multiple cities describe upcoming events and conventions. Palm Beach style notes mention the Missouri Young Men’s Christian Association, farmers hearing Donnelly, and Armenian concerns plus military parades in New York and Wisconsin.
General observations from all stations report unsettled conditions with moving fronts likely to affect the area through the next 24 hours. Light westerly winds and partial cloud cover bring chances of showers in parts. temperatures hover near seasonal norms with variable visibility.
The forecast shows colder north winds and precipitation across several regions. Northern areas may experience rain and chilly conditions while southern zones see rain turning to cooler, windy spells.
World affairs feature disputes over Armenian abandonment and Venezuelan arbitration, with US involvement praised. Reports cite Cuban fears as Spain and Russia navigate indemnities, while insurgent conflicts persist in Latin America. Domestically, Congress debates tariffs and charity appropriations amid political volatility as markets react to policy shifts.
New York reporting from January details fear in Cuba as General Weyler nears the province of Havana. Accounts describe killings, disappearances, and mass desertions with unrest spreading to Sabanilla and nearby towns. Spanish and Cuban forces are accused of abuses as arrests multiply and civilians flee.
A prolonged engagement near Consolacion del Bar and Pinard del Rio is described with Cuban insurgents attacking Spanish forces under General Luque. Reports claim dozens killed or wounded, the insurgents repelling countercharges, and General Luque wounded while Spanish troops regain village control.
The Ways and Means Committee reports a substitute resolution directing a report on country restrictions and discrimination in imports. It proposes tonnage duty changes, extending exemptions to foreign vessels and reducing tonnage tax, with the aim of reforming reciprocity but noting current law as a revenue loss.
Washington reports a plan to appoint a successor to the late Ronyon as ambassador to Germany. The move aims to restore steady leadership, with Assistant Secretary Ubi named as a potential candidate.
In a February bout at Mume Hall arranged by the Peggot Athlethe, Leslie Pearive of Philadelphia and Stanton Abbott fought a hard three rounds and a near draw after injuries influenced the contest. Abbott pressured in later rounds but Pearive defended, with Captain Daly officiating.
February 4 in Frankfort Kentucky Chairman Geeten convened a meeting of senate committees to study a bill aimed at revoking the Southern Pacific Charter. California observers are expected to attend the announced event. Public sentiment suggests the bill will likely pass committee and advance.
Dispatches report a morning earthquake in southeastern Dakota including Elk Point Lynde Hurtey and nearby points. The quake rattled articles and shook doors and windows, moving east toward Omaha as two distinct shocks occurred with durations from north to south.
Rome dispatch reports the Port Biankwick bank in serious trouble with an exposure near 190000. Cashier Kira hard is said to have defalcated about 73000 of the sum, creating a mounting bank crisis.
Washington February 4. The Senate committee reported a substitute that provides free coinage of silver at ten to one and directs immediate conversion into standard dollars. Silver Republicans oppose the measure citing Democratic moves to defeat tariff legislation and many announce positions on supporting or opposing the substitute.
Washington reports on a proposed Pan American Congress initiated by governments of American republics. Ministers from Ecuador and others discuss a circular inviting all nations to participate, aiming to define doctrine and strengthen political and commercial ties across the Americas. The exact venue and date remain to be decided, with Washington possibly hosting.
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