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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1895
Page
3
Streams from Delaware to Susquehanna swell from April storms. Reports describe canals and rail lines submerged, bridges at risk, and towns like Bordentown and Trenton facing rising waters. A landslide near Lancaster blocks main lines, with trains routed around, and multiple cities report record highs and flooded streets.
A long article details a counterfeit scheme involving a George Worrisen and others, with Mrs Mack charged by U S Secret Service. It describes forged stamps and letters from Chicago to Buffalo, leading to arrests and investigations. Statements from President Ratchford of the Ohio miners association are included along with other crimes and official resignations.
A mosaic of brief items includes political hints about Atzenauga and Chie, a reference to Wetuch Ua elections, and notes on figures like John M Palmer and ex-Postmaster General Thomas Ibs. A Hungarian journalist linked to Francis Kosithander, a Kansas City marriage, and a Talperao Tadhaa clergyman suing saloon keepers over alcohol issues appear, with varied local and national names.
A massive Cuban independence meeting lit the Liceo as crowds cheered Major General Antonio Maceo and a telegram announced a major victory at Ramon de Las Vegas. Reports from Havana spoke of wounded Spanish soldiers arriving by steamer, while Cuban fighters regrouped in Santiago province and around the Canto river as Florida lawmakers voiced sympathy for Cuba’s struggle.
Charles Allen of Greenfield, Massachusetts, sues the United States Central Railroad and others in a case argued by Joseph H. Unoate Clarence Seward and others. The bill contends the income tax is a direct tax on property and violates the Constitution, claiming nonuniform application and improper exemptions. Judge Moore notes the case raises the same fundamental issue as prior cases and will likely reach the Supreme Court for a decisive ruling.
Reports from April indicate Japan and China near agreement on five core terms for peace, including extraterritorial jurisdiction, Korea independence, and Port Arthur control, with three additional potential trade-related terms under discussion. The delay remains tied to one of the eight terms.
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