Venezuela Boundary Commission Seeks Ex Parte Evidence
The Dispute Court urged to submit all material rights and militia evidence to the Venezuela boundary commission. Britain is asked to allow representation by attorneys to speed the inquiry, while preserving prior positions. Secretary Olney has been informed, and both governments may respond in an open spirit.
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War Department Denies Florida Militia Callup Claim
War Department states no authority for mobilizing Florida militia and declares no emergency exists. Florida report had claimed governor was asked to prepare troops on short notice, but denial refutes both points.
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Populist National Convention Set for St Louis on July 22
Reports show a late executive meeting of the St. Louis Business Men's League chose to hold the Populist National Convention in St Louis on July 22. The item references other sensational notes about murder cases, a tragic suicide, a Lyons miser, and an international critique of the US Senate committee.
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Arms for the Cubans and other brief items
A Chicago attorney Naderwill arrived in Chattanooga from Lamtoa to report raids on gun stores and armories, with several hundred stands of firearms seized. another similar expedition is planned. Tim Jonners, about 14, attacked his brother with a razor in Lyons and will be sent to an asylum. his peers cite cigarette smoking as a cause. The House Committee on Pacific Railroads plans next steps to assess debts of Central and Union Pacific to the government. News also notes Dr. O Gorman named Bishop of Sioux Falls and a bishop for Sacramento, Cal, in the near future as vacancies are filled.
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Spanish cabinet supersedes Generals in Cuba
Madrid replaces Capt. Gen. Martinez de Compos and Lieut. Gen. Arderius with Gen. Marin Polavieja and Gen. Pando in Santiago de Cuba. Polavieja, a Six Army Corps commander, carries a feared reputation among insurgents. Campos laments limited success and accepts blame for difficulties in operations.
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Enlisting Men for the Congo Under Belgian Flag
A Washington special reports Belgian efforts to recruit in the United States for Congo service under the Belgian flag. Capt. Marietta and Col. Ankles seek volunteers in secrecy, violating international law and treaties. Legal precedents affirm the right to prohibit such enlistments.
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Gathers at Spithead and Berlin Judge Brauseweller Dead
A flying squadron gathered at Spithead after a Tuesday rendezvous and is said to head for the Bermudas via Bangtry Bay, Ireland. In Berlin the notorious Judge Brauseweller, famed for political trials, has died after deteriorating mentally in confinement. Mrs. Charles Kenrotin, president of the General Federation of Women's Clubs, issues a circular to all clubs urging peace.
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Peace movement urged by presidents across nations
Leaders press for a 1900 congress of Christian powers to form an international court of arbitration as a path to peace in Europe and the world. War clouds loom over Cuba with reports of a British flying squadron and U S troops in Florida readied for action amid Cuba cession tensions.
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Dun and Co Weekly Review Highlights Trade and Marriage News
The Dun and Co Weekly Review notes weaker product speculation and stable wheat, with Atlantic exports showing 4 483 190 bushels in two weeks and Western receipts rising. Corn and cotton receipts trend up, with cotton prices slipping an eighth and mills running near capacity. U.S. failures rise to 395, Canada 81. Ex-President Harrison reveals engagement to Mrs. Dimmock, with marriage planned after Lent and family consent indicated.
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Weekly Review of Trade
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Two Car Cleaners Die As Express Drowns Workers
A fast express roared past a line of women cleaners along the New York Central track in New York City Friday. The noise masked a light engine and the train fatally struck two cleaners and injured two others.
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Kentucky Distilleries Fair and Lawler Death
The Old Judge Distilling Company has made an assignment amid a troubled outlook as all whisky in bond is pledged to banks as collateral for loans. Ex-Congressman Frank Lawler of Chicago, a noted political figure, died Friday afternoon.
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Market Quotations Update From Major Grain and Livestock Markets
Regional and Chicago price quotes for cattle hogs and grain show wide ranges. Sioux City Kansas City St Paul and Omaha markets report beef steers stockers feeders hogs and sheep prices with corn wheat oats and rye notes included. Grain values list multiple No. 2 grades and on track prices with small discrepancies in figures.
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Chicago Wins 29th Ballot for Democratic National Convention Site
Washington reports Chicago secured the Democratic national convention location on the twenty ninth ballot after a long session. The final roll call shows Chicago defeating St Louis by two votes with support across many states and districts. The decision hinged on geography and merit rather than rhetoric.
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Graceful Backdown Seen in Venezuelan Boundary Matter
Washington reports suggest the Venezuelan commission will not settle the boundary dispute. Indications point to an imminent, government approved termination within two months, likely via arbitration originally proposed by the United States with a British pride preserving limitation.
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National Democratic Convention Plans in Chicago July 7
The convention location and date are debated with Chicago favored for crowd handling and hotel capacity. A $40,000 certified check will fund the Chicago delegation, which will cede convention management to the national committee.
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Budapest exhibition plans massive steel tower over Paris landmarks
The upcoming Budapest millennial exhibition will feature a 1,625 foot steel tower surpassing the Eiffel Tower, while other items include changes to military provisions and political shifts in Bohemia, the Regent's Park garden allows bicycles, and British cruiser bids show minor differences with a $2.15 million per 11,000 ton vessel price.
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Pension Bill Debates Dominate Congress Coverage
The House debated the pension appropriation bill with Republicans largely backing liberal pension reforms while Democrat Cummings attacked the pension office. Senate discussions covered bond issues and Alaska British Columbia boundary expenses, with luminaries like Lodge Thurston and Peffer speaking as the chamber adjourned toward Monday.
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Supercilious origins traced to wan eyebrow sign
A dated etymology notes supercilious derives from a wan eyebrow sign. It cites hoe lakét of Hfting the eyebrows in cow as a source of the present meaning. An nycophant is described as one who witnessed Attican traders to see goods brought in without proper payment.
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