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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1900
Page
3
London readers note Admiral Seymour's uncertain progress in China and the Taku forts, while South Africa war weariness grows and Parliament faces impotence. Derives on Rhodes, Schreiner, Sprigg, and dangers of De Beers influence, with concern for imperial policy and domestic politics.
Friends of Greene Nixon and Sherman back Elsberg for lieutenant governor as the Republican field remains unsettled. Senators Platt and party leaders discuss candidates, with Odell urged by machine backers but offering no definite commitment. Generals Greene Nixon and Sherman named as possibilities while Elsberg draws early support from insiders and Roosevelt allies.
The writer surveys Balkan tensions and predicts that Abdul Hamid may react to Serb Albanian unrest by stirring Bulgaria. Russia would advance toward the Bosphorus. Indemnity talks pressure the Sultan, who privately funds wars with foreign orders. Salisbury warns missionaries and the imperial powers face a forceful choice on redress.
A Cornell University student identified as E. E. Claflin, living on Stewart Avenue in Ithaca, N Y, was found with a revolver in his hand in a London hotel room after a companion left for Paris. The door was forced open. death attributed to self inflicted wound in the right temple. An inquest will be held.
Berlin report says Dr Lieber intends a long overseas trip starting soon. The trip will be partly recreational and partly study oriented with a planned stop in the United States.
In Poughkeepsie on June 23, Republican delegates named S. Fred Nixon former Speaker of the Assembly as a gubernatorial candidate. The nomination discussion also touched Justice John Woodward of the Supreme Court, reassigned to the Appellate Division in Brooklyn, as a potential candidate for Chautauqua County Republicans. Nixon lives in Westfield and Woodward in Ft geninitenata.
Utah Governor Heber M. Wells staying at the Hotel Imperial angrily rejected a report that he contributed $50,000 to Republican funds. He called the tale a fake, stating he never gave to the campaign and supported McKinley and Roosevelt in Montana. He acknowledged no interview and warned reporters the story was unverified fabrication.
Rome July 22 An official note announces Signor Saracco will submit tomorrow a new ministerial list to the King. Names include Saracco for Premier Interior Visconti Venosta for Foreign Affairs Gianturgo for Justice Rubini for Finance Branca for Public Works Gallo for Education Disan Martino for War Morin for Navy Cartano for Agriculture Pascolato for Posts and Telegraphs The Chamber will reassemble next Thursday.
Alexander Grant and David King of Clarksburg were arrested in North Adams Massachusetts on June 23 charged with the murder of Henry F Reed and Blanche M Reed on August 7 1897. Detective George Dunham under the Attorney General's office made the arrests after the coroner's jury session concluded.
Francois d Orléans Prince de Joinville once a famed dashing sailor and court thorn, famed for prankish deeds at the Tuileries and devotion to France. Hugo recalls his wild taps and secrecy. he loved the sea, spoke boldly, and bore moodiness. He faced exile harms and resented political ingratitude after 1886 expulsion decree.
A heavy shade over a gas jet in the residence of A. J. Elias, ex-President of the Third Avenue Railroad Company, caught fire last night. Elias extinguished the flames with his hands, blistering them slightly. No alarm was sounded and only the shade burned. the blaze was caused by a draft blowing in an open window.
Richard Bell, a longtime New York newspaper man, was stabbed seven times in the Tenderloin near the Bijou Theatre after an argument with a nearly white assailant described as an octaroon. The attacker fled through Joe Walcott's saloon, escaping over a back fence. police and six detectives questioned patrons for leads while Bell faces possible death at New York Hospital. Bell, once editor of The Tenderloin, is a Dublin University graduate living on Lexington Avenue. six detectives scour Walcott's and surrounding streets.
Brigham H Roberts was fined 150 dollars or sentenced to 150 days in jail by Judge Norrell in Salt Lake City for unlawful cohabitation. He plans to appeal to the Utah Supreme Court, arguing the crime occurred across two counties, Davis and Salt Lake, causing an indictment issue.
Central Office Detectives McDonough and O Connell captured three suspects described as a Jew a Negro and a small boy after a pursuit along One Hundred Twenty Fifth Street. The trio, believed to be longstanding pickpockets, provided false names and addresses at the station.
Police hold two middle aged men Howard Green and Edward Weiss believed to have swindled widows of foreign birth by selling bogus Servian Italian and Australian bonds. One victim paid 1000 dollars. Green carried pawn tickets for gold watches and jewelry. detectives study forged contracts and a banker Edward Sanders document.
Special to The New York Times Elkins Penn June 23 Jay Cooke the famous financier lies at his home recovering from a slight apoplexy caught while fishing at Ogontz Lodge in Lycoming County His condition was serious at first but improved under his physician care as he moves toward recovery
William F. Randel, a Brooklyn lawyer, sues William K. Vanderbilt and heirs in Supreme Court to recover 4500 for professional fees tied to an earlier 2 million dollar action for William H. Brown. Randel claims a lien on any settlement, while defendants argue he was replaced before the 1897 settlement.
Chicago directors urge liquidation of the Chicago Packing and Provision Company amid dire packing market conditions. The English Chicago Packing and Provision Company would wind down the American firm, distributing proceeds to stockholders while retaining assets.
In Jackson Nebraska on June 23 a group of 32 men from South Dakota cut a channel through Riningers Neck Bruighers Bend to avert spring floods and flood control. The Nebraska sheriff sent a Dakota County posse including bankers and businessmen, but most residents had already crossed the river with tools.
A Casino roof audience watched lights sweep the Audubon Hotel across the street where a dancing couple entertained. a man in the crowd dashed for the elevator claiming family trouble. He spoke with Mr Lederer, but the Audubon manager denied any Childs registered or any dancing on the roof.
London dispatch reports Kumassi still awaits relief as Gov Hodgson braces for continued siege. Officials anticipate a December punitive expedition with white troops, noting officer casualties on Col Willcocks's staff underline the futility of heavy white forces before the rains end.
A blast at the Champion Mine in Champion Michigan on June 23 killed Noah Lark and injured John Floyd. Five Finnish miners at work are missing and feared dead, with rescue efforts underway as officials assess the disaster.
Lieut. Leopoldo Gard of the Presidente Sarmiento outlines Argentina radiating naval strength with nine ironclads four cruisers torpedo boats and four training ships. The full rigged vessel carries forty midshipmen and nearly 200 crew and features a hospital printing press and on board photography studio as cadets train in fencing boxing and rigging during a record voyage.
Carlos Rohl Argentine Consul General with Commodore Betbeder and officers of the Presidente Sarmiento visited the navy yard off Tompkinsville S I. Rear Admiral Philip accorded them the freedom of the yard and Capt West escorted them. They will travel to Washington Monday to meet President McKinley.
A federal commission tasked with selecting a building for foreign mails failed to arrive as scheduled. The panel, led by George W. Beavers, discussed near dock access on West Street and ground-floor emphasis but reported no site chosen or plans made.
The forecast notes fair conditions with southerly winds and showers in the South Atlantic, Gulf, and Rocky Mountain regions. It reports a slight temperature drop in the West, much above average in the Northwest, and below normal along the Atlantic and Southern States. It includes Times and Weather Bureau thermometer readings, barometer data, humidity, and a note that the Times thermometer sits six feet above street level.
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