William J. Bryan Says He Has No Third Nomination Intent
William Jennings Bryan declares publicly from Lincoln on April 26 that he has no intention of seeking a third presidential nomination. He notes he may stay active in politics to support Democratic principles, will not edit a paper if he pursued another run, and emphasizes friendship with those who accept Democratic ideals.
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Pottery Workers in
East Liverpool
Western Manufacturers’ association
National Brotherhood of Operative Potters
Elephant Kills Trainer in Mississippi River Tragedy
Peru Indiana April 26 Henry Huffman a well known animal trainer with the Wallace shows was killed by Big Charley a monster elephant while the animal bathed in the Mississinewa river. Charley dragged Huffman submerged him, roared and fled, later shot by showmen after breaking fences and roaming a field. Charley weighed over three tons valued at 10000 dollars and had killed four men in his life. A separate item reports James Gannon in Scranton awaiting release as governor Stone signs a bill for habeas corpus relief. A Lookout Distilling plant in Chattanooga was seized with 631 barrels of whisky. former proprietors Shomatultsky and Connor arrested for selling the plant April 1.
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Washington
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Connor
Conger Seeks Iowa Governor Nomination Position
Edwin H. Conger United States minister to China and his family arrived in San Francisco from China aboard the Nippon Maru. He deflected questions on Iowa gubernatorial prospects, stating he is not a candidate though open to a future nomination if offered, and plans to return to China after his leave. He discussed indemnity for China, estimating three hundred million dollars, to be paid over many years with economic restraint.
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United States
China
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Cuban Delegation Seeks Close US Ties After talks
Washington April 26 Cuban constitutional delegates met President McKinley and Secretary Root to discuss relations with the United States. The talks covered the Platt Amendment and substantial agreement. Senor Capote spoke of gratitude for US aid, and Root outlined no modifications by the executive branch.
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Balfour Set for Premiership Rise in British Politics
The Right Honorable A J Balfour, first lord of the treasury, is named the coming man in British politics. Rumor says King Edward may soon elevate him to the peerage and then succeed his uncle as prime minister, replacing Lord Salisbury.
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Edward
Salisvuss
Expedition off Pao-Ting Fu ends French retreat
Pao-Ting Fu expedition fully called off and French troops ordered back to their original station. Two German scouts killed. court notes hint at plenipotentiaries not strong enough to prompt withdrawal.
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Flood recedes as relief moves in across Ohio valley
The Ohio flood crest passed earlier than expected with water near 59.2 feet then falling. Relief reaches Huntington and Newport while Cincinnati, Covington and Ironton report 2000 to 1500 workers displaced. Estimates of homelessness and mill closures rise as authorities mobilize aid and relief funds.
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Devastating Chemical Plant Explosion Near Griesheim
A massive blast at a benzine and chemical works near Griesheim, Germany, sparked by vats of Bionic acid and smokeless powder, killed or injured nearly 200. Fire spread to villages and across the Main river, with four wards set up for wounded, rail traffic halted, and authorities evacuating residents as recovery continued. Fifty bodies have been recovered so far.
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Robbery attempt ends in murder near Queen Guy
Gunmen attacked the Queen Guy shingle mill at dawn near Texarkana killing a tramp named Woods and wounding night watchman Ira King. King and Woods died or were wounded, a chase followed as pursuers tracked the robbers with hounds. Other items note a Cambridge murder trial development and a Bridgeton river survey by officials and oyster authorities.
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