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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1900
Page
3
B FRERTZSONS promotes low prices on lawn mowers water wash brushes ladders ice cream freezers and screening supplies. It lists prices for 12 14 16 inch mowers ice cream freezers screen doors window screens varnish stain and assorted ready mixed paints with purity guaranteed.
Philadelphia secret service agents arrest another suspect in a major counterfeit ring tied to Philadelphia and Lancaster. Daniel Hayes, a 2nd yardman for Pennsylvania railroad, held on 10000 bail for passing counterfeit Hamilton notes. Key figures, including Arthur and Harry Taylor, face sentencing as conspirators in a sprawling $20 note scheme.
A train struck a party fishing near Atlanta on a trestle over Lake Lanier killing Miss Birdie Suttles aged 18 and her brother aged 14. Ed Suttles, 12, was struck but survived with injuries, Maude Suttles jumped to save herself yet was hurt in the fall. The victims were part of a family group unaware of the approaching train.
Two colored women were arrested in Elt ton on charges of assaulting a man with a tent, an incident reported as a violent attempted killing at that location. The case details the alleged attack and the defendants' detention pending further proceedings.
London dispatches report growing crisis in Beijing with foreign ministers calling for action. British minister Sir Claude MacDonald seeks more Marines while Russia offers troops to quell disturbances. Empress Dowager and Boxers loom, missions endangered, and trains halted as tensions rise amid Chinese reforms. A separate note from Indianapolis describes a mysterious package in Muncie thought to contain Cuban stamps or Neely’s money.
Navy veteran Hobson famed for the Merrimac mission is found unfit for duty in Manila. He will take a leave of absence and another constructor will temporarily fill his post. Officials say the disability is due to tropical climate work, not serious.
Berlin June 7 German officials warn the Boxer uprising in China may force Germany to deploy more troops and protect interests. Hertha cruiser arrives at Taku bearing Admiral Bendemann. Foreign Office cites baron von Keiteler and Conger style instructions as Berlin contemplates further action.
The Indiana Democratic state convention nominated a full ticket headed by John W. Kern for governor with J. C. Lawlor, A. Heimberger, J. W. Minor, J. Herff, C. P. Dramond, Henry G. Yargin, C. A. Greathouse, Edward Horaft, and judges Reinhart and Adair. The platform endorses Bryan for the presidency and reaffirms the Chicago platform.
Boston June 7 The steam yacht Scythian owned by Mrs. Charles T. Parker was towed into port a total wreck after a fast spreading fire off Highland Light. The vessel chartered for a European cruise was being fitted for a luxurious voyage when fire forced the crew to abandon ship. Only the steel hull remains as the flames consumed the yacht.
A series of disturbances at St Peter's in Rome on May 24 involving French pilgrims and priests is under investigation. The Vatican and the Prussian minister at the Vatican seek satisfaction from the French side.
Ainlaa Russel debuts a new straw and black chip picture hat in natural and burnt orange velvet. The soft crown features a cluster of branching accent points, creating a distinctive, stylish headpiece.
London reports thin Boer resistance as Lord Roberts rests at Pretoria preparing to pursue retreating forces toward Lydenburg. Dispatches from Lourenco Marques describe mobile Boer skirmishes, rail stock moves, and shifting lines near Mafeking and Laings Nek with Baden-Powell extending martial law in northern districts.
In Chicago on June 7 a reserved seat section collapsed during a performance by E F Davis. The crush injured multiple people including Mary Hanson 12 Oscar Hanson 6 Clara Hansen left leg wrenched Cora Hansen 5 and John Jones 5 with other patrons sustaining sprains and possible internal injuries. Manager Samuel Fyne blamed malicious action for knocking out a stand prop as about 900 attended the show with 300 in the reserved area.
A Senate and House briefing released last night reviews total appropriations. It notes the first session appropriations reached 70,729,476 without war costs. Five fiscal years show 1897 515,845,194. 1898 525,735,079. 1899 532,271,888. 1900 554,273,866. 1901 578,482,321.
Havana reports Captain Pitcher orders equal labor for all convicts, denying privilege to the well connected. Critics call the measure autocratic as guards force work or lock in cells with bread and water. Also notes Nicaragua trade tensions, Prohibitive duties, and a suspected Philadelphia murder of Lawrence Ford, a Fairview postmaster candidate.
Washington faces a Senate House clash over naval appropriations and an armor plate factory. Penrose proposed a plan authorizing armor contracts or factory erection with 4.0 million dollars. Senate tension rose with charges of political corruption and a late adjournment threat as conflict shifted between chambers, aided by Lentz and Cannon disclosures.
Chicago June 7. Judge Niles and Captain Streeter ousted from Chicago lake front property seek presidential protection for their alleged rights. The letter to the president is grandiose and no decision on action has been announced. Suspected Poisoner Tries Subdér in Altoona. June 7. A woman linked to Dark Brown’s death attempts twice to ingest poison laudanum. she is under supervision as investigators prepare evidence for the coroner’s inquest.
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