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Newspaper
Lamar Register
Location
Lamar, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1896
Page
6
The article argues that Cuban resolve to break free from Spanish oppression stems from inherited chains and duty, drawing parallels to 1776. It notes American sympathy given by readers familiar with history and hints at supportive sentiment for Cuba’s cause.
The Barrican sisters, five Swedish dancers, are banished from Germany after allegedly leading numerous prominent men astray. Count von Wedel faced arrest for pawning jewelry bought in installments, revealing his large expenditures on the dancers and even funding them with borrowed money. The article notes nobles ruined by their enchantments and mocks aristocrats for their susceptibility.
The British press cites Spain’s pride and honor in response to colonial taxation, noting that these claims did not prevent Cuba from bearing the financial burden and receiving little tangible benefit in return.
A New York florist buys exclusive rights to a new carnation for 10000 dollars. The sum is only surpassed in floriculture by Gebhard's record paid for a Jersey Lily.
Emillie Grob of Chicago must pay her 20 dollars a month alimony to Heinrich Grob who is 65 and destitute. She sought divorce, turned him from their home and obtained an injunction barring his return. The report notes the new wife adopting harsh behavior.
J Pierpont Morgan considered acquiring a Boston street railway but withdrew after realizing the deal would not fit into his safe. The incident reflects cautious negotiating behavior by the financier regarding asset control and security.
A thief entered a stylish residence and while taking valuables he whistled popular tunes to accompany his act. A young woman inside believed him to be one of the household staff as she played the piano, unaware of the intrusion.
Denver April 5 Morning session in Chicago yields restoration of passenger tariffs to normal on the Denver Gulf Santa Fe and Rio Grande lines for all Colorado points. Present were Receiver Frank Trumbull Gulf Railroad President F Y Jeffery Rio Grande Traffic Manager A S Hughes Santa Fe General Traffic Manager Paul Morton Union Pacific executive H T Clark. Denver officials will return home after a sitting just over an hour. It is unclear if a coal dispute settlement was reached with Morton Trumbull or if Trumbull lacks authority to adjust coal terms.
A devastating fire in Manila, capital of the Philippine Islands, razed about 4,000 houses and left 20,000 people homeless. Manila, a major eastern entrepôt with a population around 100,000, houses the cathedral governor’s residence archbishop’s palace theaters colleges courts and extensive civic buildings. The city has suffered multiple earthquakes in the past.
The United States navy is forming pigeon cores at Atlantic and Gulf ports to train birds for wartime messages. Ships carry trained pigeons and release them to shore, with most reaching destinations though many vanish. Longest successful flight reached 900 miles, enabling Cuba coast ships to contact Tampa or Key West by bird.
Mitpuri Free Silver Men in St. Louis report more than 100 townships and counties held conventions. They favored free coinage at 16 to 1 and instructed delegates to back national convention supporters of the idea. They called for a solid silver delegation to Chicago, regardless of district choices.
Secretary Carlisle issues a formal letter from Washington dated April 4 1896 stating he will not seek the Democratic presidential nomination at Chicago. He cites devotion to party principles plus public questions on monetary policy and taxation as reasons for declining to participate.
Boston dispatches report from Eastern Turkey describe the destitute Armenian population enduring severe hunger and exposure. An American in Karpoot recounts ragged, unwashed civilians living in stables with a pervasive odor, underscoring the depth of hardship despite relief efforts.
Fragmented report from Detroit Michigan dated April 4 to 8 cites the New York based Tariff Commission league secretary arriving to discuss the national convention. The secretary predicts support from city advocates for moving a question to attendance. About 20 committees in the United States are expected to send delegates.
A Daily News correspondent reports the Dervishes were engaged near Mount Me on April 2. Italian forces reinforced by Colonel Sterasi Kasala inflicted casualties and the government believes a leader may be killed or captured.
A London based anglophile reports a claimed treaty between Spain and Great Britain to recognize belligerency and ease naval access in the Mediterranean. The informant says it would grant Britain the right to berth fleets in Spanish harbors, affecting U S foreign policy and West Indian interests.
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