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Newspaper
Monroe Weekly Times
Location
Monroe, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1899
Page
5
An anarchist mob in Paris storms the Faubourg du Temple and St Joseph church area. They loot churches, burn altars, hurl statues, and clash with police, injuring about thirty people as forces restore order and arrest several rioters.
Cape Town reports that the Transvaal offers a concession via five retroactive franchise seats, two shire votes for president elections, and increased Gold Fields representation. The British government is urged to refrain from external interference as negotiations proceed with Milner.
Berlin dispatch reports Germany amid a cabinet crisis as talks stall over key reforms. Officials in Berlin brace for possible reshuffles as pressure mounts from coalition partners and regional leaders.
News dispatches describe a devastating hurricane in the Tortugas and Cape Hatteras region. Dozens are reported dead and many ships wrecked as waves tower and winds raged for days. Survivors recount the Priscilla and Priscilla crew losses near Cape Hatteras, with fatalities and wreckage strewn along the beach.
Water Champlain reports a high administration statement outlining steps to capture Aguinaldo and end the Philippine insurrection. Major General Otis commands American forces with about 70,000 troops available by November 1, and 60,000 already in the region. Root cites Aguinaldo’s forces as more capable than expected, with over 30,000 trained troops.
An Aimer lean Wyitled, Manila, Aug. Que lieutenant of the twelfth infantry was killed and an other war seriously wounded while re connquering Saturday evening north of
Berlin Aug 24 The rejection of the Midland canal last Saturday prompted ministers to resign during a late Monday gathering at Prince von Hohenlohe's residence. The cabinet will stay in office following Wednesday's council. replacements for Baron Von Der Tarst and several district presidents are anticipated due to botched imperial instructions on the canal bill.
Maniin Aug 21 The sultan of Sulu signs a treaty presented by Gen Bates acknowledging United States sovereignty over the Sulu archipelago. The deed was signed between August 20 and 26 on Sulu. General Bates returns with the treaty, appearing confident no trouble will follow.
An unreadable OCR fragment mentions Dreyfus era weapons usage and forged documents linked to suspects, with references to Antipodes era figures and a wave of accusations. The text then shifts to a maritime disaster as a raft with many passengers breaks and sinks, drowning several at sea.
Two young youths aged 11 and 12 are linked to the Tee family and Goldenborough as relatives of one vessel owner connected to G Morton Stewart and Co. The captain’s two sons are among lives at stake in the incident.
A major blaze in Victor, following a similar incident in Cripple Creek, destroyed the city’s business district. The inferno started around noon, fed by a south wind, burning until evening and causing an estimated loss of 2 million dollars. Origins traced to a neighboring case at the Merahuis Baul on Third Street and Victor Avenue.
Reports from the North Carolina coast describe widespread damage from the West Indian harrivany. A large number of vessels and property were destroyed while fourteen fishermen attempting to cross Pamlico Sound were lost. Rescue parties search banks for more missing and believed dead, with as many as sixty lives feared lost.
Three people were killed and three injured near Ben Upright Ned while driving. The victims include Missy Tinise Peery two years old and Chrles Tripp, with Credia Terry among the injured. Charles Prippe sustained leg injuries and Lowisie Fare is listed among the injured.
Local committees decide to hold the state convention in Huston in September. The report lists several named individuals and mentions political tensions and possible schedule changes affecting the event. The article also notes references to community leaders and regional figures amid the unsettled planning.
Lieut. Cale with 80 men engaged 100 insurgents entrenched in Negros mountains and routed them after an hour and a half of heavy fighting. Three Americans were slightly wounded. Nineteen insurgents lay dead in the trenches. Six rifles and reserve ammunition were captured. The insurgents had cut the Laglna bay cable to Calauiba on the lake’s south shore, but the break was repaired.
A Manila dated letter says Governor Frederick Funston has been relieved from duty at San Fernando and will go to a second reserve hospital for treatment. It states his wound, received in the Cuban army, is being reopened and it is believed he will not return to active duty as his term ends around September 2. The Kansas regiment may be recalled to the United States.
The widow of Col. Robert G. figures her late husband died intestate and values his personal property at about $10,000. She states she has made diligent search for his will. the estate consisted of several parcels of real estate and other assets.
A local rumor sparked violent unrest as Cuban soldiers reportedly protected a cache last night near Havana, leading to fatalities and injuries. The incident followed a rumored U.S. rejection of all applications for a $4,000,000 share, with no official filing by the time of report. Also noted was the death of Tadeo Wy Cage of Josehand, Arizona, at St Vincent's Hospital.
A chaotic report notes 2000 people still missing after a recent storm. The text references Porto Rion and Luni cone Hive with unclear details about victims and non victims. The fragmentary item lacks clear dates or authorities.
Columbus report notes the Prohibition party backed Seth T Elis of Warren County for governor as about 490 delegates gathered, while a reformist faction backed Mayor Jones of Toledo. The Omaha convention fused Democrats, Populists and Silver Republicans for Supreme Court and state board posts, nominating Silas A Klom for justice.
The First Maine district congressman Reed Risignations resignation was received by Gov. Towers pending acceptance by Gov. Lowe. The report describes political turmoil, a violent incident, and local reactions amid a tumultuous time.
Aug 23 session of the court martial on Capt Alfred Dreyfus treason charge opened early with minor witnesses Roy and Ueeviell. Labori pressed Mercier for explanation about a document, the Schnevder letter, amid dramatic testimony and claims of grave legal violations.
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