Simpson’s Old Overcoat Sparks House Debate on Free Trade
In Washington a lively House session features Jerry Simpson of Kansas displaying a dilapidated overcoat to illustrate the plight of farmers under protectionism. He argues for free trade within a broader discussion of the Wilson tariff bill while Payne and Everett offer notable speeches. The Senate confirms several nominations in executive session, including appraisers and a mint director.
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Republican Committee Pushes Hornblower Confirmation
The Republican National Committee weighs confirming Hornblower with internal debate and shifts in support. Elisa of New York and Carter, chair, influence talks as New York and New Jersey figures signal mixed backing and possible party unity efforts.
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Internal Revenue Debate Divides Democrats At Meeting
A raucous meeting of Democratic House members considered the internal revenue bill. Tarsney moved to refer whether to report in an independent bill, 6 to 5. Bynum moved to reconsider the entire bill, also approved 6 to 5. Debate centered on caucus submission and the fate of income tax provisions.
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Treasury Considers Bonds to Replenish Gold Reserve
Treasury officials warn of continued gold leakage to Europe and may issue bonds under the 1875 act within weeks if Congress does not act on Carlisle's recommendations. Secretary Morton denies misusing the franking privilege. political debate runs late in Washington as Joseph Manley plans to stay in town for a week.
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Diplomatic dinner marked first in years with high officials and guests
The article notes a large diplomatic dinner where Miss Maraolis and the American and Mexican representatives attended. It highlights the presence of the president, cabinet members, and a focus on U S Mexico relations amid a multi country gathering.
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Bank er Strodtman arrested after insolvency charge
From Petersburg a State Register dispatch says John B Strodtman banker, who recently assigned, was arrested at the instance of Andrew Schurman who deposited money with Strodtman within thirty days of insolvency. Strodtman released on bail. Fifteen horses cremated in Covington Kentucky fire. Fifth district school house damaged. Loss about 11000.
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Covington
Fragmentary OCR News Note From Cairo Cord N ee Py Cay
A partial readable clipping records a local note from Cairo with names and details obscured by errors. Readable items reference entities such as Cairo and Cord and include scattered initials and repeated fragments. The item lacks a clear event or outcome. The tone hints at a brief community notice or column fragment.
Tariff Bill Opens to Amendments in House Debate
The tariff bill enters active amendment under a five minute rule with the bill read section by section. Democratic leaders urge full attendance as votes approach, while supporters edge toward separating income tax provisions and curbing sugar bounty. Opposition focuses on sugar duties and moderate protections for coal and raw materials.
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Dole and Willis Clash Over Hawaiian Crisis Documents
The correspondence tied to Stevens and annexation shows Dole refusing to step down and denying US mediation in Hawaii’s revolution. Willis claims restoration work is done and Queen Liliuokalani warned of retaliation. Cleveland and Gresham dispute Willis's arbiter role and the queen’s attitude.
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Diamonds Found in Wisconsin and North Carolina Mines
Special Agent George F Kuntz reports two new diamond finds. An 8.5 karat elongated crystal from a Wis farm bank near ripened clay may yield a white stone after cutting, with slight flaws. Earlier, three small diamonds were found at Plum Creek in 1890 and a 5 karat Canary colored gem appeared near King’s Mountain North Carolina.
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University of Wisconsin At Madison
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Not a Fair Divide of Government Jobs in South States
Washington January 16 The Last appropriation bill for the blue book lists officials in departments and assigns state quotas. Representative Houck Tennessee compares figures with 1900 census showing southern states Alabama Arkansas Florida Georgia Kentucky Mississippi North Carolina South Carolina and Tennessee have far fewer offices than their population warrants. He urges removal of excess posts and full quotas for others.
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Restoring Queen Abandoned Question Sparks Hawaiian Debate
In January lawmakers Mc Creary and Holman discussed a plan to submit a solution to Congress on the Hawaiian problem. They agreed the restoration of Queen Liliuokalani is abandoned, with assurances the issue will not return in executive or congressional circles.
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Epidemic of Grip Hits Pittsburgh and Stewartstown
A severe grip epidemic is reported in Pittsburg and Stewartstown with almost all adults affected and eight deaths in a few days. Thirty men in Perry and Indian dreams camps are ill with four deaths. Arpeg notes Captain Harvey, former Royal Victoria Yacht Club vice commodore and Amethat owner, found dead in his bed.
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Inauguration of Iowa’s Young Governor Jackson
Frank D. Jackson was inaugurated governor of Iowa in a simple ceremony. The crowd filled the capitol and corridors as the oath was administered by Chief Justice Granger. Jackson addressed silver, prohibition, and a balanced monetary system, urging use of both gold and silver with paper while noting varied local reactions to prohibition.
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Tide Turns in U S Industry Says Leading Trade Telegrams
Special telegrams from leading trade centers bridge evidence of a turning tide in industry and commerce. Production of pig iron rose 84 percent in three months, deposits exceed payments at large savings banks, and work resumes at factories though with lower wages. Reports from Pittsburg Louisville Minneapolis St Paul San Francisco Kansas City and St Louis show renewed activity in dry goods shoes and whisky prices. Exports of wheat and flour total 2 400 000 bushels this week, down modestly from prior weeks.
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Illinois State Fair Location Decided After Ballots
Springfield wins the state fair site after a lengthy effort by Bloomington Peoria Decatur and Chicago supporters. Ballots show Springfield leading early and narrowing the tally through multiple rounds with Peoria Bloomington Decatur and Chicago remaining in contention until Springfield secures the prize.
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Incomplete International News Digest and Local Lectures
A杂 fragmentary report includes varied items: Stewart telegram on legal tender and foreign coin, lecture plans by Dean Harrison at Stanford University, ex president's California lecture tour, Paris race drama involving Poont and Dulin, Vaillant death-commutation efforts, duel threat in Philadelphia fencing, Illinois state encampment planning, Archbishop Purcell creditors' meeting in Cincinnati with protest and relief prospects.
Miles Restorative Nervine Promises Cure for Nervous Diseases
An article touts nerve-centre control of body organs and claims Miles Restorative Nervine treats root nervous causes rather than symptoms. Dr Miles is described as a renowned expert with 20 years of study, offering a 4 bottle package for five dollars billed as a guaranteed remedy, with mail order from the Maimay Co. Indianapolis.
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Eishars Ind
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