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Newspaper
Lamar Register
Location
Lamar, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1900
Page
6
A compilation of aphorisms and reflections touching poverty education wealth and character. The snippets praise self reliance and responsibility while critiquing misdirected schooling and social pretensions. Contemporary figures referenced include Mayor Ashbridge of Philadelphia and editorials hint at editorial rivalries.
An alleged Scotch count has been borrowing money in Ohio and not repaying. The man denies knowledge of women and his hostilities toward men are framed as human nature. The speaker criticizes mathematics for lacking ties to real life and judgment, noting its absence of probabilistic degrees.
The Ann Arbor railroad and Marconi have closed a contract to install wireless telegraphy for the Frankfort to Me nomenee ferry route across Lake Michigan. The 83 mile lake crossing will use the system, replacing older messages that previously circled the lake.
Bubonic plague appears in Manila with military quarantine already in place while Australia and Hawaii pledge swift action. In Honolulu authorities burn part of the Chinese quarter to curb the outbreak as vigilance and sanitation efforts intensify across the region.
The article contrasts admiration for Gen Buller and the censor over his Tugela crossing in South Africa. For about a month Buller prepared to cross the river near Jan 17, with newspapers claiming a massive Boers force on the opposite bank. Once across, reports note few Boers swimming or retreating to a hill and the main Boer army’s location and fate remain unclear.
The article argues national party platforms bind party lines between conventions. It cites Democratic caucus actions on Puerto Rico Hawaii Cuba and the Philippines, notes a return to opposition politics when out of power, and discusses potential 1908 vice presidential options for William Jennings Bryan including Sulzer Belmont and Hogg with Bryan’s possible preference for a running mate from the East.
Discussion on possible vice presidential picks dominates pre election dialogue. Republicans face a likely keen race for the nomination after Hobart’s death, while Democrats weigh candidates like Sibley Bland and Williams amid shifting factional dynamics and expansionist stances.
The Nebraska State Journal argues that among Filipinos opposition is crushed by violence and that a self rule in the islands would become military despotism. It contrasts punitive treatment of defeated candidates with the need for tolerance in republican governance.
Dispatches report United States troops now occupy Luzon from Manila to Aparri. Four generals dominated earlier operations Lawton McArthur Wheaton and Young. General Schwan leads the second campaign while one other directs the effort. Pacification hinges on ending anti-American activity and native resistance.
Senator Bacon of Georgia urges freedom for the Filipinos praising home rule under US governance. The administration and American people support rapid emancipation with thousands already enjoying a first taste of real freedom. The St Louis Globe-Democrat editorial endorses home rule as the path forward.
The article argues Lincoln Nebraska is chosen as the Populist national committee meeting place for convenience and railroad access. It notes chairman Butler of North Carolina and Bryan living in Lincoln influence is accidental and that the city’s suitability may lead to future conventions.
The Lawton fund nears 96000 as subscriptions close soon. Supreme Court admits three attorneys from Alaska New Mexico and Hawaii signaling expansion. Gage reports coast and geodetic survey limits citing Hawaii Puerto Rico and possible Ma-2 sub-office. Brigham Roberts mileage claim for Salt Lake City stay questioned. Bell probes state treasurers on interest deposits and budgetary impact. Bacon voices Philippine policy urging rights for Filipinos to end war and extend justice. Alaska court access criticized over long prisoner travels. Coeur d Alene hearing set February 15 with state and federal officials including Governor Steunenburg Bartlett and Merriam. Clayton-Bulwer treaty talks with Britain end. US free to build and control Nicaragua canal. Ohio woolgrowers seek withdrawal of Argentine reciprocity. Jamaica and West Indies sour. Susan Anthony convention coverage and retirement hints. Puerto Rico Puerto Rico debates weigh free trade vs colonial governance. Rank disputes trigger social tensions at presidential dinner arrangements involving Henderson Frye and Hay.
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