Washington D C Politico Row Promises War Tax Cuts
The Senate caucus plans concessions to pass measures, including a $50,000,000 war revenue reduction and ship subsidy bill. Britain’s Clayton Bulwer treaty may be abrogated if no response from London. Morgan protocol to replace Clayton Bulwer under discussion. Army reorganization bill action and revenue tweaks drive a hurried calendar, with nominations and public notices tied to ongoing legislative maneuvering.
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Towne Forecasts End of Silver Republican Organization
The report from Washington notes Senator Towne’s claim that the remaining silver Republican party will be absorbed by the Democrats. He cites Colorado as a potential exception, while Fred Dubois of Idaho and Senator Heitfeld indicate populists are also joining the Democratic fold.
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Reverend Hiram Revels Dies in Address
New Orleans reports the sudden death of Rev Hiram Revels a former United States senator from Mississippi and a leading Negro politician. He collapsed while addressing his congregation from the pulpit.
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Voters in Dover and Nebraska cast Senate ballots
Dover Delaware reports no early results as voters head to polls on January 17 for two United States Senate seats. Nebraska ballots also go to the polls with no final outcome yet, as officials tally the votes.
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Congressional Membership Under Present and New Apportionments
Fragmentary text discusses apportionment of congressional membership with references to slaves and representation. Mentions Texas and electoral college implications but reads incomplete and garbled.
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Stirring Appeal Issued for Adoption of Vic orous Menaseren
London January 18 The authorities recognize that Vic orous Menaseren must be adopted. Lord Roberts dined privately with the United Service club guests including the Prince of Wales the Duke of York the Duke of Cambridge and about 390 others at an evening function.
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Society votes petition to curb horse shipments to Britain
The Masanchusatte Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Apimata votes a petition to curb the shipment of American horses used by the British in South Africa. The effort aims to halt further exports and prevent inhumane use.
Boers Concentrate at Carolina Transvaal Reported
General Kitchener dispatches from London on January 17 says 3000 Boers gathered at Carolina in the Transvaal. The report notes looting by a group of 300 Jews at Abernleen before retreating as reinforcements arrived.
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Wives of Hob Sold Put on Short Provisions to Force Surrender
The article describes systematic relocation of families from across the country into civil centers. Wives and children are housed in camps and fed. those who surrender receive full rations while those with husbands still in the field get reduced allowances that rise when husbands surrender. Refugees are offered work and special privileges to encourage surrender.
Accused Rebels Reported Around Saniderion Area
Fuzzy dispatches claim William Steyn was appointed by Boer leaders to urge surrender under Lord Kitchener. The report labels Steyn a prisoner and mentions a prison inquiry at Pieriowell. Moors are said to move about around Saniderion as tensions rise.
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Exhibition of Real Grit at Velasco Beach Rescue
Ten year old Ned McGraw crawled four miles toward help after a fishing accident near Velasco Texas. He suffered a broken leg and a shattered right arm from an explosion during the incident. He was found unconscious by a lifeboat crew and is now under care.
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War Office appeals and Cape Colony martial law actions
A war office note appeals for 100 percent manpower from the nation, praising South Africa volunteers. Martial law is proclaimed across most of Cape Colony, with Lord Kitchener enforcing stricter rationing and strong measures. Offensive operations are paused as preparations build for a possible final push to crush the enemy. Casualties report 207 British prisoners released from Helvetia and Belfast with Belfast details pending.
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War committee accuses British leaders of genocidal policy
The stop the war committee in London on January 17 adopted a resolution alleging that Lord Roberts and Lord Kitchener ordered extermination of a nation by starving women and children and the murder of unarmed prisoners. It cites alleged orders to Dewet’s forces and plans to send copies to Lord Salisbury.
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Fiendish Attempts Sighted In Illinois Farm Region
Residents in the American bottoms between Hust Bt Lewis and Alten Illinois report a tense week as letters threaten to blow up homes unless 1400 is paid. Armed guards patrol the area while unknown assailants fire at houses injuring one man. A Jones meeting offered a $500 reward for gang members dead or alive.
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Outlaw Arrested After Shootout in Logansport
Marvin Kuhns, accused of terrorizing Northerman-Aliana area, was captured after a gunfight with lawmen. He reportedly overpowered deputies, exchanged fire wounding two men and was shot in the head, with non fatal injuries.
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Decline in Petroleum Prices Cited by Pipe Line Firm
Coreloaga Texas January 17 The pipe line company has issued notices of three reductions in the heavy grade of petroleum from 84 to 56 cents per barrel.
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Bailey inquiry hinges on Waters-Pierce case and bribe talk
Adelia Texas reports a hearing where McFall and others testified for Mr Bailey while witnesses for the state denied any wrongdoing by J W Bailey or other officials in the Waters-Pierce admission matter. Bailey discussed possible settlement talks with Waters-Pierce officials and county prosecutors amid anti trust charges and prior court judgments.
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