16 Dec 1896
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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1896
Page
1
The report details a chaotic political scene with Senator Vest criticizing tariff theory and urging investigation, references to McMiney prosperity, and a tense debate among lawmakers. It notes votes and remarks by multiple politicians, including Mitchell supporters, and mentions the Dingier block and fiscal concerns amid calls for reform and retrenchment.
A fragmented report details House proceedings including calls for an investigation of the Warceship and debates over military and construction issues. References to Vera Westiegtes, Texas and Maine representatives appear amid mention of committee actions and an agenda change. Weather notes at the end.
Washington December 19 The hearings of the tariff question promise to attract a larger and more diverse group of business representatives than previously seen. The Democratic members of the committee plan to marshal testimony and written arguments, while some witnesses will present written statements due to time limits. The morning session opened with a discussion of the bridge project and related testimony, highlighting concerns from substantial and conservative business and farming interests.
Orders are set to ready the Triontron and Stee company mill at Girard for operation by January 1. It is one of the big mills in the Walering valley and has been idle most months, operating only at Tong daterra's during the past three years.
In Carthage Missouri on December K sergeant Hert Cofis reports local Guards plan to raise a company of recruits to join a broader insurrection. The note references sparingly named regiments and the need to defend against Spanish forces as tensions rise among citizens and military units.
Reports from Washington describe a proposed scheme to tax or regulate silver as a new cart measure. Members of the House Ways and Means Committee discuss duties, gate fees, and protection of mine interests while debating how silver would impact the economy and mining sector.
The foreign relations committee met to discuss Cuban resolutions referred to them. Action was deferred as they consider sending a report and gathering more information from the state department and Consul General Lee. The committee desires to be precise about what was reported and to inform members.
In a city scene Major McRider hosted many visitors for greetings to the president. Payee of Ris Baie known for frequent connections with the president was present. W S Mazsing joined the commerce train event before departing for St Louis later in the day.
Fragmented report from Macess Bagh Borsdilsville NS notes Dec 1E item about recruitment for Cuba service. Mentions We ton Lee as distinguished, rewards for a television set, and General Maceo context. Local young men ready to go but unable to send more at present.
Fragmented OCR notes claim a Cuban mass meeting occurred near Ballalo on Feenday- butale, with references to forces, men, and funds. Details are unclear, but mentions Cuban Santa and remedial actions against Cates sivag ge for Ubewis.
Fragmentary telegraph text indicates a steamer ran ashore at an Atlantic port amid heavy seas. Names and dates are garbled, but reports from Hamburg and Caracas reference vessels and coastwise dangers near a southern coastport.
Report of a crowd in Wheeling symbolically hailing a figure with an effigy at Main and Fourteenth streets. The incident drew many onlookers as police monitored the scene. In other news, the Gold Reserve in Washington reports a cash balance of 25,801,181 dollars with reserves at 135, 752 dollars.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a Cuban style rebellion in the Philippines with Spanish forces planning reinforcements. Reports mention General Blanco and colonial troops, European assistance, and naval movements including warships and transports. The text cites Manila and Bulacan, with references to casualties, prisoners, and arms purchases as authorities weigh troop deployments.
The Wisconsin meeting of the VW vision board elected officers and recommended A M Paciz for appointment as some role. Reports from committees noted important items and the group urged unity and a joined effort to secure a special appropriation delegation from the state.
Retail dealers of Wisconsin and Illinois gather at Oshkosh to discuss association aims. Secretary L El Biswid of Rockford presides as members seek unity to protect dealers across both states from unfair practices. Meetings focus on price protection and regional cooperation with plans for future events.
A fragmented 19th century city notice discusses aldermen and a public levee fund, mentioning unpaid charges and pending actions. It notes uncertainty about assessments and the need for decisive handling, with references to prior extracts and municipal boards.
New York dispatch reports Caracas decisively stating no additional congressional session will be held to ratify a treaty. The government indicated no extra session would be called, reflecting a firm stance from Venezuela.
A Madison society reception honored Matson and Mrs Upham with a formal gathering in the executive chamber. Attendees included Mrs Dre, Mrs Adams, and university figures such as Professor Hebbs and Mr Sharp. The event showcased prominent Madison residents, with readings by local readers and a display of four prizes, reflecting a civic social in the capitol executive chamber.
Washington December 4 Senator Teller denounced the proposed silver tariff as a foolish idea. He warned that such a move would distort prices and hurt both gold and silver markets. He cited international currency effects and Mexico as sources of price instability, arguing no good would come from the tariff.
A fragmented report from Minneapolis outlines a grand jury indictment involving a police officer. Details are unclear due to OCR errors, but the document references a United States legal matter and charges related to an officer named Deronet Meéutza and a rank, with mentions of Bar and cates. Further readable elements indicate formal charges and a court proceeding.
A murky report notes an apparent death by action at Seen mk Nause, mentions Marfields Executen and Millieshors in Kentucky with ad listings and railoffice changes. It records resignations at a Wisconsin railroad ascent, and a Ch Cleveland jewelry firm Bruener Brothers assigning assets totaling about 40,000 with life value around 30,000.
Reports from Madrid discuss Weyler and the Cuban governorship crisis. Possible cabinet consideration of Weyler's removal, replacement rumors, and implications for military operations in the Rio province. Depatches note ovations and the uncertain fate of Generals aiding or opposing the administration.
A Menasha session discussed issuing bonds to fund a relief project after a 22 year old man died at home from a Weeks long illness. Community figures and local clergy attended as aldermen approved the motion to issue bonds and support the project. Nearby towns reported social events, a church service, and employment moves, including Neenah and Green Bay connections, with several residents traveling for work and visitors attending gatherings.
Fragmentary OCR note from Washington with garbled names and dates, lacking coherent events or identities. No verifiable person or organization details present.
Fragmented text outlines a debate on labor federation proposals and votes. It mentions Cape Wil, Laso, and Cubs as uncertain entities and references police questions and referendums this year. The readable fragments are insufficient for a clear event or outcome.
Erratic report from Wisconsin notes a plan to expand a monument at Missionary Ridge to honor Wisestai. Mentions local citizens Frank Roe Patrick Powers and others in Orange County and Flecda. Accounts a fight at 4:45 and a retirements by Auch McAntiffe after a banking incident. McAntiffe plans to move to New York City for business.
Reports from New York to Connecticut detail a fierce storm with snow and sleet, halting streetcars and trains, grounding vessels, and causing widespread delays. Ships sail today despite gale warnings while quays and telegraph lines suffer outages.
Secretary of the Navy defends the Texas battleship amid press criticism after it sank during a harbor exercise in New York. He cites accidents as worse on other ships and argues American shipping interests suffer from unfavorable coverage.
A garbled OCR fragment references a concert and cancellations around Cura Dace with uncertain names and dates. Readable parts indicate notes from an authority or official source, but specifics are unreadable. The text lacks coherent facts, making precise event details impossible.
In Washington on December 6 a report from the Navy Department states that Three Friends could not be overtaken. An arrangement was made by Dr. A. Gordo of the Nomiherm Hospital related to the matter.
Fragmentary OCR notes raise weather expectations for Wisconsin and surrounding regions. Mentions becoming warmer to the east with precipitation and varying winds, plus dates and times that are unclear.
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