18 May 1899
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Newspaper
Hutchinson Gazette
Location
Hutchinson, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1899
Page
1
A compact two line entry presents a professional card for a homeopathic physician and surgeon. Mentions names such as Matomimbo and Kane with a physician designation, noting a medical practice context in a historical newspaper snippet.
The excerpt discusses physiognomy linking faces to thoughts and actions, proposing a composite of a human, hog, and bulldog as a symbol of the modern American character. It references Mark Hanna, Monroe Doctrine, and ancestral traits embodied by stark facial impressions.
London reports a Russian demand for a Peking to Manchuria railway concession prompting Chinese consultations. Britain withholds stance until facts are clear while British troops and gunboats move in Hong Kong area amid renewed Chinese opposition to Kowloon occupation. Chinese forces concentrate in Kowloon Peninsular frontier as rebels threaten Kowloon City.
Jefferson City May 1 The Missouri Senate moved anti fusion bill prohibiting party central committees from filling tickets with non adherents. Separate conventions for supreme court nominations and a rent default defense attorney bill were debated. Contingent appropriation for National Guard raised from 20000 to 40000 with party lines split, Republicans opposing. Conference committee to decide.
Washington May 16 The United States Supreme Court declares the prize money cane of the French steamer Olinde Rodriguez decided. The vessel captured off San Juan Porto Rico July 17 last is to be returned to owners as officers did not prove intent to enter the blockaded port.
Fifteen guests at a Hot Springs hotel were poisoned Sunday night after dining on canned lobster. Three physicians treated victims including J. J. Nonweller of Evansville Indiana and his wife, with others named from Mississippi, Louisiana, Illinois and Ohio. The incident prompted wide concern over food safety.
A cryptic notice claims Buoh is reported to be Aguinaldo in a developing assertion. The item hints at a political or military figure debate, with readers advised to follow further updates for clarity on identity and allegiance.
London May 16 The Filipino Junta says Manila will continue the war until independence is secured and the United States meets the articles of the US constitution and treaties. Aguinaldo cables from Hong Kong on May 12 report discontent in the American army and discuss replacing Spanish garrisons at Zamboanga with American troops. Officials note the strategic value of Zamboanga and hint at negotiating allegiance in the Sulu group while the Sultan may need an annuity after U S possession.
Thomas Robertson, a well known Reno county farmer, died Sunday evening after a vicious bull charged him in his pasture. He attempted to defend himself with a pitchfork as the bull gored and pawed him, finally throwing him to the ground where he soon lost life. a neighbor shot the animal after it guarded the body. His wife witnessed the tragedy.
New York on May 1 mayor Robert A. Van Wyck expressed annoyance as subpoenas to appear before the Mazet mission are issued. The count includes many Tammany officials, notably the mayor and the comptroller, who will be questioned about major city affairs and actions by the police commissioners before possible removals.
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