Populist Legislature Poised For Harris Railroad Bill
In Topeka Kansas on December 26 populist leaders gathered awaiting the legislative session. They expect the Harris railroad bill, vetoed by Governor Leedy, to pass with little change. Caucuses set for tonight and Wednesday aim to organize parties and set the timetable. Republican attendance is sparse with several members delayed or arriving late.
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Army and Navy Deficiency Debate Ends With Report Adopted
In Washington December 20 the House discussed army and navy deficiency with no debate. Rep DeArmond questioned reallocation of 950 million to be spent under the president. Whitelaw Held and Judge Day named as peace commissioners. Cannon claimed no knowledge of the reappropriation. The report was adopted.
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Reform drives Indiana legislature with women support
Kokomo suffrage club with 200 members seeks statewide alliance with humane societies and the W T U to press reform bills at the upcoming Indiana legislature. They demand constitutional amendment for municipal voting, stricter marriage and divorce laws, animal cruelty protections, and humane measures. The mothers' department of the W T U backs banning marriage licenses for those failing physical or mental exams.
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Cruelty Tales From Philippine Insurgents Parade
Spanish refugees recounts a brutal insurgent procession after Apnarri surrender. A Filipino lieutenant was carried on a bamboo pole with bound hands and feet, elevated for display, then tortured with close-range shooting to frighten the crowd before the march continued.
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Sore Negro Winers at Pane Coal Mines
A report from Pane describes about 400 Black workers at the Pane coal mines after a new arrival of twenty Black laborers. Soldiers confiscated arms and a provost guard remains as white strikers refuse the state scale, while leaders claim the strike grows brighter despite tensions between whites and Blacks. In Washington, the State Department notes the Guatemala Northern railroad concession to American Martin Roberts with daily trains Porto Barrios to El Rancho and a monthly salary of 1460 plus two pesos per new laid down.
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Presidential Party Returns to Washington in Good Health
Washington reports the presidential party arrived at 11 30 from a southern trip. Mrs. McKinley noted somewhat better today and other members are in good health.
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Chicago Drainage Canal Update and International Disarmament Note
A mixed dispatch reports on the Chicago drainage canal progress with trustee Alexander D. Jones cited on expected completion and water redirection plans. Separately, London hosts a public conference at St James Hall urging czar disarmament, adopted unanimously a resolution supporting the cause.
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Collins murder trial opens with defense witness on lock
Topeka reports the Collins murder trial as Garret Barnes testifies he explained the folding door lock and found no tampering. John Collins denies fixing the lock or telling Johnson Jordan, while multiple witnesses describe character and occasions at Topeka Athletic Club and prior events.
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Fragmented testimony in sibling case shocks coroner hearing
Witness Grace altered her account after confrontations with prior testimony in a coroner and ministerial hearing. She claimed her initial statement was true, while new evidence showed changes that favored her brother.
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Witness Refuses to Name Women in Botkin Case in San Francisco
In San Francisco on December 20 John P. Duoning testified in the Botkin murder case denying he would divulge the names of other women linked by the defendant. He said he could only testify if shown a woman other than Mrs. Botkin connected to the crime. Judge Cook remanded him to custody of the sheriff.
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TELURG FAVORS EXPANSION Declares Territory Purchase
In Washington on December 20 Teller argued the postwar purchase of Mexican territory mirrors the current Spain deal. He urged asking Philippine people their preferred government and granting it. Also noted is the death of renowned electrician and inventor Dr. Wellington Adams in La Louis.
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Foreign Loans Draw World Attention to U S Banker Role
Washington reports predict Uncle Sam will become world banker as distant nations seek loans. Russia and Japan turn to American financiers amid a new era in diplomacy. A banker notes the United Kingdom and other powers may follow, while speculation centers on Russia and Japan borrowing large sums from the United States.
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Spaniard on Manila outlines Philippine situation
A Madrid observer with long residence in the Philippines believes Americans will quickly establish dominion there. He notes monks could be used for religious ends, but their power should be limited to moral functions, while lamenting monastic wealth and influence in Philippine history.
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Federation convention votes to raise per capita tax
In Kansas City the federation focused on amending its constitution and expanding activities. Delegates approved a rise in the monthly per capita tax from 3 to 5 cents despite opposition by President Gompers. A Sullivan resolution urged Congress to tax factories employing women and children.
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Metskers Go Free After Dismissal of Criminal Charges
Kansas City dated December 20 reports County Prosecutor Miller dismissed criminal suits pending against Martin W. and Douglas Metaker, well known Doug lan county farmers. They were charged with obtaining about $4500 from J. C. Hall, a Kansas stock commission merchant, at DeKivosed Clay stock yards on cattle mortgages.
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3000 Soldiers Killed in Chinese Campaign Clash
A Shang Hal dispatch reports heavy losses in a central China battle near TouweW with the Chinese camp and Tang Crow. The forces’ general was killed, while American and French troops were damaged but without fatalities among Americans.
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Lady Cook & Co A broker plans new year move
London reports Lady Cook formerly of New York now opens Lady Cook & Co to study daily stock business and reach influential financiers. She recalls sister Cora and herself as brokers in Wall Street who served Jay Gould Vanderbilt and Fisk. Washington notes Senate pressure on Blain to stay in cabinet while he seeks successor. Arkansas City records Dr E F Baker’s suicide at St Charles hotel amid illness and divorce links. Berlin court acquits Frank Konak of New York of lease charge after he insulted Emperor William while intoxicated.
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Two Women Die In City Fire Tragedy
A fire at the residence of C U Raymond on West Kod avenue and Seventy third street in New York killed two women and left another woman and a man severely injured likely to die. Mrs Underwood, sister of Mrs Raymond, leaped from a second floor window and died instantly as her head struck the sidewalk. Willa Docer died after attempting to aid Mrs Underwood. Mrs Raymond and Mr Raymond escaped unconsciousness from smoke. Hartiet Feo was found dead on the third floor from heat.
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Cuban and Filipino troops to be paid as armies disband
Telegraph briefs report a mix of global and domestic items. Cuban and Filipino native soldiers will be paid by the United States as disbandment proceeds. A million dollar fire hits Terra Haute. Prince George of Greece travels to Crete to assume duties as commissioner. A Georgia mill strike could set wages coast to coast. The Santa Fe starts an oriental steamship line from San Francisco. A wedding couple Guy and Mrs Churchill die in a Lake Shore train collision near Athens Michigan. Clinton Missouri post office becomes a free delivery station.
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Missouri River Improvement Move Urges Liberal Appropriations
Congressman Maud will urge the House committee on river and harbor to provide funding for Osage, Gasconade, and Missouri river improvements. He supports re enactment of the 100 mile reach law as the practical method, noting his role in original legislation and its continuation through the Fifty fourth Congress.
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Markets by wire Kansas City chain update
Market reports from Kansas City show steady conditions across commodities and livestock. Grain prices list rising and steady segments including wheat corn oats and rye with mixed futures. live stock receipts indicate steady demand for cattle and hogs with varied feeder and dairy notes.
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