World's Wheat Crop 1896 Yields Fall Short of 1895
A Washington dispatch reports the world wheat crop for 1896 at 2 428 393 000 bushels, 118 000 000 bushels less than 1895. The 1896 crop is the smallest in six years, with European Russia up 69 000 000 bushels but overall lower yields and reduced grain on hand. The forthcoming Agriculture Department report will cover wheat corn and oats abundance and distribution in the United States.
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Washington Dispatch
Secretary of Agricullture
United States
Russia
Central, Statistical Bureau
Agricultural Department
McKinley to Send Special Commissioner to Cuba
President McKinley plans a special commissioner to Cuba to participate in the investigation of the alleged murder of Dr. Ruiz, an American citizen. Consul General Lee refuses to join, fearing a biased inquiry and a whitewash by Spanish officials.
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Greek Commander Declares War in Crete as Powers Gain Autonomy
A Greek commander in Crete has virtually declared war on the powers. A dispatch from the British admiralty notes the move as insurgents are warned of autonomy. Marines landed at Retimo to deliver the notice, while clashes between Christians and Turks resumed and the detachment withdrew.
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Cretoran
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Retima
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Constantinople
American sailor Ramsay imprisoned in Peru seeks release
An American sailor, Ramsay, jailed in Lima for three months without trial on alleged disorderly conduct, has had a ten year sentence imposed. Minister McKenzie demands Ramsay’s immediate release citing treaty rights. Also notes Washington reports openings of Wichita Indian country by May 1 and renewed gold prospecting along the Kiowa Comanche Apache frontier.
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Callan
Ramsay
Lima
McKenzie
Perry
Washington
Wichitat Mountains
Indian Territory
Coal Combine Dissolves and Wage Pressures Rise
The Northern Coloradne Coal Operators Combine has dissolved as coal orders fall sharply from a Denver rate. Operators warn wages may be cut and a strike could follow, signaling serious industry strain. In another item, correspondent Ja Killed reports C. E. Crosby of the Chicago Record was killed near Arroyo Blanes while observing a battle between Spanish forces and insurgents.
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Party Ballot Decision Refuses Nominee Inclusion
The People's party in a city convention refuses to admit its nominees to the official ballot. Officials debated parity and party status while a motion to admit women was discussed. Northwest Masthiest association at Teolot votes in favor of admissions to the ballot.
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Sailors Tell of Cruelty Aboard Clip T F Oakes
Surviving crew members of the clipper T B Oakes recount alleged mistreatment at sea. New York union representatives prepare a legal action against Captain Tread and ship owners. The ship, 259 days from Hong Kong, arrived in New York with most sailors on half rations and claims Reed caused most distress.
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New York City
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New York
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Reed
New York Harbor
Knights of Labor Seeks Reunification in Pittsburg
John W. Hayes, general secretary treasurer of the Knights of Labor, visited Pittsburg and announced plans for District Assembly No. 3 with about 12 000 members to rejoin the Knights of Labor after two years with the Independent Knights. A special meeting was held to smooth over differences and a district reunion is expected at the April quarterly gathering.
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Knights of Lauber
Ex Secretary Foster Advocates Hawaiian Annexation
Former secretary of state John W. Foster spoke in Washington on Friday night urging annexation of Hawaii. He dismissed the protectorate idea as impractical and said the islands must be annexed or left free to seek alliances, arguing destiny will decide.
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Hawaii
Cleveland Resting as Nation Sees Quiet Presidential Life
Grover Cleveland enjoys private life in Princeton with improved health. President McKinley plans to attend the Grant monument dedication in New York on April 27. Admiral Drechs and the North Atlantic fleet will participate, along with the New York National Guard and Boston’s Ancient and Venerable Artillery in the dedication ceremony.
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Aaphypxiation In Tunnel Sparks Transfers And Trials
Aaphyxiation occurs in a tunnel affecting TH Felenpisen superintendent of ransitactium at Western Tien Telegraph Company. Reports say Mr ennisen was overcerae by the veal onas in the funnel with a 60 year old Canigha resident. The Clive steamer arrives New York from Naples with 1119 Italian steerage, largest this port by de Bure. Thread Mills at Kearney shut Saturday leaving over 1,000 employed. officials offer no comment. Colorado state senate passes Engiey bill to abolish capital punishment. Mary Martin, injured in Washington, improves. she is ex-secretary Marten’s niece, not his sister. Jury convicts in Baltimore case of Drag 4 Cats. Williams purchases Galesburg race track for a fall meet. Two killed in Trymouth Inn fight. Leeds dies, Blanchard Thomas kills. Sugar price drop tied to beet sugar production. The Latin ward sig nifying movable.
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Western Tien Telegraph Company
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Misa Marton
Misa Mary Martin
Washington
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Texas Hurricane Disrupts Railways and Towns Across State
A Texas hurricane Sunday tore through the state causing widespread rail washouts and multiple fatalities. Trains on several lines were abandoned as tracks, bridges, and telegraph poles fell, with Dallas Temple and Austin areas hardest hit. Clarksville and Buba suffered severe damage and loss of life. Austin reported electricity towers toppled and homes destroyed.
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Buba
Sixteen Survivors Rescued From Sinking Ship by British Vessel
The British steamship Yanariva, Captain Weston, cruising from Newport News to Glasgow, rescued sixteen survivors from the Ville de St Nazaire after it foundered near the Virginia Capes. The group endured four days without food, expended hope, and limited rations aboard lifeboats before rescue.
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Newport News
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Big coal mine deal links Jackson County firms in consolidation
A vast coal industry consolidation binds numerous Jackson County companies under London based Rondon Syndicate. Amid the notices two drowned boys Willie Te Valt 9 and Elmer 16 died in Chartier Creek while returning from a Sunday play. In other items Warry Adams acquitted on a quadruple case. Ben Chittington discharged. Adkins rearrested for arson. A Constantinople dispatch notes German withdrawal from Greek port tensions. Marylands governor Lowndes urges Devote as candidate for US Senate.
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Unfavorable Influences Dominate Bradstreet Review
Bradstreets notes the week features more unfavorable influences than favorable. Money market slack persists, mercantile collections slow, and discount demand is high. Prices trend downward for wheat corn oats coffee cotton pig iron and steel billets. higher prices seen for wool raw sugar wheat flour petroleum linseed oil and turpentine. Open copper sales amid weak demand. weather floods disrupt inland trade and damage infrastructure. Industrial strikes rise as workers push for higher wages with some gains. best gains found in dry goods hardware leather and agricultural implements.
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Post Office Policy Limits Removal on Offensive Partisanship
First Assistant Postmaster General Heath announced a policy that offensive partisanship will not trigger removal unless it harms postal service. Cases like Hastings Nevada and Ashland lacked specific damage to service. The policy surprised those who had pressed the charges and was framed by departmental leadership.
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Ashland. Jr
Deneh Wine the Hace and Oddities From a Detroit Race
A garbled Detroit news fragment reports Deneh Wine the Hace as winner of a bicycle race in Detroit. It also notes a wreath for William Painter of Alfgons and various mixed items including a fire at Union Depot, political figures, cattle market figures, and discordant references to Oliver Optic and Gladstone the wheelman.
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Printing Inquiry Reveals State Overcharges in Iowa
Lieut. Gov. Parrott testified before the printing investigation committee detailing prices he deemed fair as a former printer. He cited state overcharges of 10 to 29 percent on blanks and jobs, naming specific sums and noting opposition in the house to the senate printing and binding bill.
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Assessment of Railroads Valuation by State Executive Council
The State Executive Council completed railroad valuations, noting about 3,500 miles of track. Increases include Burlington and Northwestern to 22,000 per mile, Chicago Great Western main line to 5,005, and Des Moines lines to 9,500. Total increase listed as 65,654 with several reductions on multiple lines.
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Floater Found in Missouri River At Onawa
A woman's body, about 20, recovered from the Missouri river near Onawa after being in water over a week. Officials consider possible causes. hints point to a Reed up the river or the drowning of Mrs. Howard near Salix last October.
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Cod Roads Bill Passes with Taxing Amendment Vote
The senate in Des Moines approved a road and highway bill on the 20th with an amendment allowing a mill tax on property to fund road work. A proposed city spending provision failed and the plan to tax only certain towns did not pass. Advocates say the measure would bring cash for road work and a durable levy.
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