Cheap excursion tickets offered to western points
Advertisement notes days to buy cheap excursion tickets to Nebraska and western destinations including Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Leadville Glenwood Springs Deadwood and Hot Springs South Dakota. Ask B B Q agent for particulars.
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Civil War Veterans Preference Bill Defeated in House
The House, under suspension of rules, passed bills to divide Kentucky and West Virginia into two judicial districts and to add a district judge in Ohio, while voting to investigate Texas public improvements. A bill granting veteran preference in federal appointments was decisively defeated 51 to 105 after opposition warned it would exclude civilians for years. One hundred two private pension bills were approved.
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Porto Rican tax case argued before Supreme Court
Beet sugar and Porto Rico case the United States argues the constitution follows the flag is Calhoun era doctrine. The brief says Porto Rico is not part of the United States for fiscal purposes and that the tax clause applies only to states, except for foreign commerce.
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President May Go to San Francisco to View Ohio Launch
President Scott of Union Ironworks San Francisco met the president and received assurance that barring unforeseen events he would travel to San Francisco in May to witness the launching of the great battleship Ohio. The precise date was not fixed.
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Emperor Praises Soldiers From China Arrival
Berlin reports Emperor William praised German troops returning from China. He thanked the soldiers for upholding their oath, noted their courage under trying conditions, and expressed faith in continued divine support and victory alongside the army and navy.
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Many Not Accounted For Of German Training Weasel's 450
An official Málaga dispatch reports 214 survivors of the 450 aboard the German training frigate Gneisenau which foundered at Malaga harbor during a storm. Rumor says the commander died by his own hand as all seemed lost. Berndt von Beulow, nephew of the chancellor, was among the saved but injured. A surviving sailor went mad. engineers and officers drowned. Salvage hopes center on guns, treasure chest, and hull.
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Senate Votes Time to Pass Hay Pauncefote Treaty
Washington Dec 18 Just before adjourning this afternoon the Senate agreed to fix a definite time to vote on the Hay Pauncefote treaty. Senators Money and Mason spoke in the session and Lodge urged a vote next Tuesday. No opposition was voiced and the agreement was recorded. Voting on amendments is set for 3 o'clock and the Senate will stay in session until the first vote on the treaty is reached.
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Governors' expenses urged for centennial event relief
In Washington on December 18 the interior secretary asked Congress to broaden the law allowing expenditures for the governors of states and territories who attended the centennial celebration. A treasury comptroller ruling bars payment of their expenses, limiting funds to committee purposes.
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Instruction sent to Conger clears Pekin path for pact
In Washington on December 18 a long instruction was sent to Minister Conger detailing his course. He had authority to sign the agreement and the new directive is said to remove obstacles at Pekin so all ministerial signatures may be affixed at once. Even Sir Edward Satow is said to be ready to join.
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Talk of Trading in Bavore Debated in Dec 15
TONDON Dec 15 The Westminster Gazette discusses the U S Senate stance on the Hay Pauncefote treaty noting it is natural for the United States to seek guarantees against use of the Nicaragua canal by an enemy in war. It warns that a concession by America should come with an equivalent in return.
Morrison seeks release on bond in Morrison trial
Degale Morrison case moves forward as Jessie Morrison's attorneys ask Judge Shinn to release the accused on bond pend ing a new trial. The motion was argued at length by both sides and a decision is expected tomorrow. Miss Morrison, accompanied by her father, was in the courtroom during the proceedings.
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Reed in Critical Condition at St Luke's Hospital
New York December 18 Roland Reed, long ill at St Luke's hospital, is reported by hospital staff to be in critical condition. He endured a painful night with severe suffering and discomfort.
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Defeated by Boers at Nochtgedacht in costly clash
London dispatch reports Lord Kitchener saying General Clements forces, about 2,500 strong, were beaten back by Commandant Delarey near Nochtgedacht. Four British officers killed. many casualties, with reinforcements and reports of further clashes at Lichtenburg and Bethlehem. Johannesburg confirms ongoing battle near Krugersdorp.
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Secretary Root Fights Canteen Clause In Army Reform
Secretary Root testified for two hours before the Senate Military Affairs Committee on the army reorganization bill. He urged striking the anti canteen provision to keep post exchanges, warning it could hinder recruiting. He stressed swift Manila transport and the need to protect Filipinos with civil government in place even as volunteers depart from San Francisco.
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Soldier Receives Twenty Year Marine Court Sentence
Privates Benjamin Stanley and Thomas Feaster of Company G Forty eighth volunteer infantry in the Philippines were convicted by court martial of rape and desertion. Each was sentenced to be casemated but the president commuted the punishment to dishonorable discharge forfeiture of all pay and allowances and hard labor at Leavenworth for twenty years.
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Kruger and Leyds React to British Nachtgedacht News
From The Hague cor respondent Mr Kruger and Dr Leyds signed Friday evening at the palace say they were unmoved by the British disaster at Nachtgedacht. Kruger predicts England will break their necks on the Magaliesberg and expects England to seek an acceptable settlement eventually.
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Tariff for Philippines promises revenue focus
Manila dispatch reports troop movements on Panay and Bantayan as insurgent losses climb. U S forces incur light casualties while natives pledge allegiance. Taft says the tariff measure will be revenue driven with limited protection for established industries. Cotton washing favors American goods. kerosene drops to four cents. Some American products to enter duty free.
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Satow Demands Modification of Joint Note
In Pekin British minister Sir Ernest Satow sends definite instructions demanding a modification to a point in the joint note. The move delays signing as ministers must consult their governments, with no detail on the British objection. Washington officials are puzzled by the reported change in the note’s scope.
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Soldier Finds Light Machine Gun and Ammo Near Ho Si Wu
A Ninth United States Infantry private while searching for stray mules near Ho Si Wu found a rapid fire machine gun with 5,000 rounds of ammunition and later 1,100 rounds in the town. He took charge of the weapon, returned to a mail station for the night, and the next morning the area was fired upon as he left but he did not fire back.
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Dollar Makers Arrested in Oil City
United States marshals seized Samuel B. Latshaw and George B. Coast in Oil City Pennsylvania charged with counterfeiting. Fifty counterfeit dollars and a working plant were found at Coast's Lisbon home in Venango County. Authorities believe they belong to an organized gang with eleven others captured since October.
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Our Clarioa Not Settled
Washington dispatch clarifies U S aims for indemnity against Turkey have not been settled. The government has only secured promises from the Ottoman government to settle, not a final payment agreement.
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French vice consul shoots self in San Francisco
F Paul Antoine acting as consul and vice consul for France shot himself through the head last night in San Francisco. A woman witness identified as Belle Chappell saw the incident but has declined to provide a statement. The casualty is expected to die.
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Live Stock Market Report From Union Stock Yards
Markets show slow cattle and lower cow bids with generally dull trade. Hogs opened higher, rose to 4.80, and sold mostly at 4.80 with strong packer demand. Sheep scarce but firm, wethers and yearlings around 4.10, lambs improving. Kansas City data shows mixed runs and steady prices across cattle hogs and sheep segments.
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Hung Jury Discharges Morrison Murder Trial in Eldorado
In Eldorado Kansas Jessie Morrison's trial for the murder of Mrs. G Olin Castle ended in a hung jury after nine jurors favored acquittal and three favored conviction with potential manslaughter. The case will go to the spring term and Morrison's lawyers may seek bond release.
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Gold Production Soars in 1899 Record Year in U S
The 1899 mint report shows gold output at 71,053,400 dollars and silver at 382,858,700 dollars, with gold the highest in U S history exceeding 1898 by 6,590,400 and 1858 record by 36,050,500. Alaska, Colorado, and Utah led gains. silver rose slightly to 54,764,000 ounces, averaging 60 cents per ounce in London quotes.
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Linus Skinner to be Shot on Christmas Day
Official communication from General MacArthur states Linus Skinner, former Southington resident, has been sentenced to be shot on Christmas Day for sleeping at his post while on sentry duty. His father, John P. Skinner, aged 71, travels to Washington to plead with President McKinley for clemency.
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