17 Feb 1898
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Newspaper
Humboldt County Republican
Location
Humboldt, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1898
Page
1
Long column highlights 19th century U.S. and world events with Senate debates on annexation of Hawaii, Cuban belligerency, and tariff issues. Reports cover domestic incidents, fires, murders, and crimes across numerous states, plus maritime and aviation incidents. Includes political notes and foreign developments with brief mentions of disasters and political figures.
Madrid and Washington react to the De Lome letter scandal as the Spanish cabinet, led by the queen regent, accepts Senor Dupuy de Lome’s resignation. Officials tighten guard measures around the U S minister’s residence and await Washington’s response before naming a successor.
The national Assembly of the League of American Wheelmen met February 11 and re elected President Potter by 212 votes to 107 over George Utdega. Reports highlighted good roads progress, membership growth, finances, and publishing plans. Delegates defended amateur status, discussed Sunday racing, and set tasks for membership card re numbering and by law amendments.
Milwaukee leaders announce a contract with a St. Louis firm to build the floats for a week long Wisconsin statehood pageant to run from June through July. The plan allocates 25,000 dollars for a 20 seat display and promises six days of carnival festivities crowned by Friday July 1 pageantry spotlighting exploration and state history.
Telegram confirms the assassination of President Barrios in Guatemala with Manuel Estrada Cabrera installed as temporary constitutional successor after Barrios was killed near the palace. The dispatch notes immediate official confirmation and a peaceful transition as all remains quiet. The Washington brief then reports February fiscal results and other distant items including Japan China news and Humbert’s expedition remark.
In Alaska and Yukon travel, Royal Baking Powder is urged as essential. A veteran guide notes cheap brands fail in cold, damp Arctic conditions, leaving bakers with dense, lifeless bread and wasted labor. Royal Powder, trusted by government relief expeditions and Peary, endures climate and ships well, making it the advised choice for prospectors and packers.
A Pittsburgh blaze on February 11 killed 18 people, with 27 missing and many injured. Insurance losses and a large scale cleanup followed as authorities and insurers assess damages to buildings, businesses, and homes in Mulberry Alley and Penn Avenue. Mayor Fort urged public subscriptions to aid victims while underwriters tally exact losses, with total insured damage estimated around 900,000 to 1,240,000 dollars.
A report details Dawson City sheep drives where a claimant named Jack Collins killed and sold hundreds of sheep for about 30,000 dollars, leaving 400 carcasses near a remote route. Eagles and other birds reportedly fed on the carcasses as the party pursued more profit and a better market. The tale notes distances from Dawson and a detour to Devon, with speculation on the fate of remaining livestock.
A heavy sleetstorm hit Lincoln and southeastern Nebraska causing widespread damage. Wires, poles, and telegraph lines were prostrated, crippling services of the telephone and telegraph companies. Countless trees and costly property were ruined as districts endured outages and debris in frigid, stormy conditions.
In Lansing, a man named Lovzen was found dead on the floor of a room above a food store after a visit by John A. Cleints to collect rent. The body showed signs of a struggle and a hatchet blow. Det. Lawson led the investigation, with rumors linking a motive to financial gain from poor patrons and house occupants.
A dramatic Albany scene as the Assembly Thursday considered a vote of censure against United States Senator Murphy. An attempted substitute calling for President Mullaley’s removal failed, while a motion for unseating President Mullaley narrowly failed. Milwaukee reports adjournment as sessions wind down after tense debate and procedural maneuvering.
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