Independent telephone combine forms state association
Conference of representatives from independent phone firms in Wisconsin votes to unite toll lines under one system. Sixteen companies with 1,908 miles of toll lines and 5,700 subscribers join, forming eight districts with an executive committee. Next meeting set for Madison in June.
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Weysuwegs
Wis
American Bell Telephone Company
Ovpicers
A. L. Hutchinson
Weyauwega
Chas. H. Schweizer
la Crosse
H. Co. Winters
Madison
Richard Valentine
Janes Fille
W. R. Happe
Knowles
Clark
Independent Telephone Combine Formed At Meeting
A meeting in Weyauwega brought together major telephone firms led by representatives from Rock County Baraboo Jefferson County La Crosse Monroe Tomah Portage Wood Marshfield Wolf River Dane County Central Wisconsin Lomira Walworth Union and Little Wolf River. The group overseeing 1 800 miles of toll lines and 5 200 subscribers organized to draft a constitution and by laws.
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Wesauwege
Weyauwega
Independent Telephone Companies
Rock County Telephone Company
Richard Valentine
Baraboo Telephone Company
William J. Bell
Jefferson County Telephone Company
A. Ms. Webb
la Crosse Telephone Company
la Crosse & Southeastern Telephone Company
Charles
Schroeder to Become Naval Governor of Guam Island
The Associated Press reports Lieutenant Commander Seaton Schroeder, current secretary of the naval inspection board, has been chosen to succeed Captain Leary as naval governor of Guam. Schroeder sought Tutuila but Guam’s affairs are deemed more desirable, with Navy forecasts of growth in commerce and a forthcoming Pacific port, coal trading, and increased ship calls. Schroeder plans to visit the Solace from San Francisco by mid May and will replace Leary by July, as the Navy aims to rotate commands for officer health and morale.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Seaton Schroeder
Naval Inspection Board
Leary
Guam
Schroeder
Tutulla
Leard
Navy Department
Pacific Army
Manilla
Pacific Coast
San Francisco
Captain Leary
Department
Civil Service Bill Favored For Civil War Veterans
Senate committee on civil service approved a favorable report on a bill by Senator Plate of New York giving preference to Civil War veterans for government civil service positions. The panel recommended an amendment to include Spanish War and Philippine War veterans.
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Quate Committee of Civil Service Wi
Associated Presa
Whellington
DBD. C
Senate
Senator Plate
New York
Not Guilty Verdict in Hartington Murder Case
Hartington Nebraska March 21 jury finds J C Harris not guilty in the murder of John Bilnkirén. defense claimed.
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Hartington
J. C. Harris
John Bilnkirén
French Reciprocity Treaty Ratification Time Extended
Secretary Hay and Ambassador Cambon signed a protocol extending the ratification period for the French reciprocity treaty to within twelve months from date, matching the British Wea Indian treaty terms. Efforts will be redoubled in Congress this session, though the French chamber has not yet acted.
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Frocek
Associated Presa
Washington,d. C
Hay
Cambon
Wea
State Department
Chamber of Deputies
The Magrum Charges Investigated By House Panel
Washington March 21 The house committee on foreign affairs will investigate claims by Charles F Macrum ex consul at Pretoria that his official mail was opened by British authorities Representative Wheeler of Kentucky introduced a resolution on the matter The committee agreed to conduct the inquiry without house direction if Wheeler approved and Macrum was summoned to Washington to testify.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
House Committee On Foreign Affairs
Charles F. Macrum
Pretoria
South Africa
Wheeler
Kentucky
Committee On Rules
Hitt
Foreign Affairs Committee
House
Dewey Illness Shuts Morning Celebration In Savannah
Admiral George Dewey, stricken yesterday, shows little improvement and cannot leave his room. The morning portion of the planned celebration is canceled while he may review the parade and attend the banquet later if able. General Nelson Miles and entourage are due at six this evening from Port Royal.
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Associated Preas
Savannah
George Dewey
Nelson A. Miles
Port Royal
Rival Copper Kings Clash Over Million-Dollar Mines in Court
In Butte on March 21 a major mining lawsuit between Marcus Daly and Senator W A Clark began in U S court. Three suits seek apex rights over the Never Sweat mine of Anaconda and the Calusa Parrot mines, with billions in play. Geologists and mining experts line up for testimony as mine managers invest heavily for a historic western trial.
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Daly
Clare
Butte
Mont
Copper Kings
Marcus Daly
United States
Clark
Never Sweat
Anaconda Company
Calusa and Parrot
Calusa-Parrot Mining Company
W. A. Clark
Apex
Financial bill risks inflation and currency needs
Chairman Brossius of the House Banking and Currency Committee, and a conferee on the financial bill, says concerns about inflation from the new banking features have some basis but expects only a gradual rise in currency to meet trade needs. He notes potential for increased circulation as trade requires it.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Brossius
House Committee On
Shawanguan Saloon Shooting Seeks Self-Inflicted Wound
Gay George, youngest son of the Indian agent at Keshena, attempted suicide in a Shawano saloon last night by shooting himself through the shoulder with a rifle. The wound is serious but not necessarily fatal.
Northwestern Kennel Club Show Opens in Saint Paul
The Northwestern Kennel Club opened its fourth bench show in St. Paul Minnesota today. More than 400 dogs were ready to receive callers when doors opened at ten o clock. Proceeds from the event will go to charity. It is billed as the largest kennel show in the northwest.
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St. Paul, Minn
Northwestern Kennel Club
READY FOR PRISONERS. WAR FIELD REPORTS FROM AFRICA
London dispatches report Colonel Chalice sailing for St Helena to hold Boer prisoners including General Cronje. Feuds between Transvaal and Free State may hinder removal. Other fronts show sporadic fights north of Kimberley with Boer retreat under shell fire. Private Cole, wounded Canadian, returns to South Africa fully recovered.
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Kimberley
Fres
Steyn
Kroger
Associated Press
London
Chalice
Army Service Corps
Island of
St. Helena
General Cronje
South Africa
Warrentown
Christiana
Mereking
Plumer
Mafeking
Pretoria
Lord Salisbury
America
Cole
Nettley Hospital
Delaware Republicans Name Delegates to National Convention
The regular Republican state convention in Dover elected delegates Henry A. Dupont Henry B. Thompson Manlove Hayes former Congressman Jonathan Wills Charles Richards and Henry P. Cannon to the Republican national convention. The resolutions back President McKinley's administration and seek his renomination. The Union RepublicansAddicks faction meet April 4 in Dover to select another delegation and the national committee will decide the regular party as in 1896.
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Delaware
Associated Preas
Wilmington
Del
Dover
Henry A. Dupont
Henry B. Thompson
Manlove Hayes
Jonathan Wills
Charles ®. Richards
Kenry P. Cannon
McKintey
Addicks
National Committee
Quarster Named In Chicago Get Rich Quick Case
After heavy creditor opposition a trustee was appointed for the Bankrupt Combination Investment Company, an alleged get rich quick concern that has failed and is said to have swindled people nationwide. The Highfittles are near 200000 dollars with assets slightly over 26000. More than 1500 creditors are expected, though about 600 claims have been filed.
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Chicaco
Associated Press
Chicago
Combination Investment Company
Wave
Argentine Warship President Sarmiento welcomed in Madrid
A large crowd greeted the Argentine warship President Sarmiento during its visit to Spanish ports. The crew, including Commander and officers, received an audience with the queen at the palace this afternoon. Separately, notes on peanut origins discuss African roots and historical cultivation in Georgia, with various regional names for goobers.
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Opain
Qaren
Associated Press
Madrid
Presidente Sarmiento
Rrvent
Jury Selected in Poison Candy Case in Hastings
Hastings Neb March 21 The court room was crowded as the trial of Viola Horlocker stenographer charged with sending poisoned candy to Mrs Morey wife of her employer Wag resumed The jury of twelve was completed with questioning on insanity suggesting a defense A verdict remains pending after the lunch adjournment.
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Misa Borlicker
Associated Prom
Hastings
Neb
Viola Horlocker
Senate probes Cape Nome mining concessions as scandal erupts
In Washington on March 21, Senator Turner offered a resolution asking the secretary of war to disclose any exclusive mining concessions granted for the sea bed near Cape Nome Alaska or other Alaskan waters. The governor of Alaska had alleged such grants, calling it a shame and scandal. The measure passed. The day also saw votes on Cuban election qualifications, a stenographer bill for federal courts, and Alaska civil code siting Sitka as capital until Juneau is ready.
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Arica
Africa
Peru
Wall
Georgia
Earthndt
Associated Preas
Washington, D. C
Senate
Turner
Washington
Secretary of War
Cape Nome
Alaska
Alaskan
War Department
District Courts
United States
District of
Funeral of Gen Harnden in Madison with G A R
General Henry Harnden, commander of the Wisconsin G A R, who helped capture Jefferson Davis, was honored in Madison as representatives from nearly 200 state G A R posts attended. The body lay in state at the Congregational church and thousands viewed the casket before a brief service led by Rev. Lathrop of Ashland, chaplain of the First Wisconsin Cavalry.
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Grand Army
Ponte +Havre
Mattnons
Associated Press
Madison
Wis
Henry Harnden
Wisconsin Department
Je Davis
Congregational Church
Funeral Accident Reveals Remains at Beloit Service
Milwaukee special reports a shocking accident at the Beloit funeral of George Smith. While mourners viewed the body, a casket support ticked and collapsed the coffin lid, exposing the remains in a shocking breach of propriety during the farewell.
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George Smith
Beloit
Associated Presa
Milwaukee
Wis
Wisconsin
Nelaw
Potter Palmer
Chicago
Free Trade Amendment Introduced in Puerto Rico Bill
Senator Tanigey introduced an amendment to the Puerto Rican bill proposing free trade between the United States and Puerto Rico. The move aims to ease economic ties and reduce barriers for commodities crossing the territorial isle.
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Aesociated Press
Washington, D. C
Tanitgey Today
United States
Puerto Rico
Naval Demonstration Plan Amid China Hostilities
Berlin reports an official dispatch from Washington stating the American warship would join a joint naval demonstration if China continues to suppress sects hostile to Christians. The piece notes a luncheon in Berlin with Emperor William hosting foreign ministers and envoys, while London denies any truth to the Berlin claim of such a demonstration.
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Associated Press
Berlin
Washington
Takui
China
William
Count von Buelow
London
Foreign Office Today
Senator Hatten Enters Race for Congress in Wisconsin
New London Wisconsin March 21 Senator W H Hatten of this city enters the race for the congressional nomination after urging from Portage County Republicans. He had previously declined but yielded to party pressure and consented to run if nominated though he plans limited campaigning. Hatten said he would campaign only as needed to honor the wishes of his supporters and the western district.
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New London
Wis
W. H. Hatten
Congress
Portage County
Hatten Fnally
Northwestern
Hatten
Committee Formed for Louisiana Purchase Jubilee in St Louis
In Washington today the House created a nine member special committee to plan the one hundredth anniversary celebration of the Louisiana Purchase with members from both parties. The House continued debate on the Loud bill governing second class mail matter, with Bramwell urging passage while Moon and Lento opposed it and Pierson defended the measure amid lobby corruption accusations. A quoted anecdote from the New York Times told of a giant eight gallon teapot given to a young woman by her varnish-merchant father, part of a random family gift tale.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
House
Dalzeil
Pennsylvania
Committee On Rules
Louisiana Territory
St. Louis
Mesara
Tawney
Minnesota
Steele
Indiana
Sherman
New York
Joy
Missouri
Corliss
Michigan
Burka
South Dakota
Messrs. Williams
Mississippi
Bartlett
Georgia
Otey
Virginia
Bramwell
Qhio
New York Times
Overcoats and furs stir New York chatter
Wealthy young men pay high sums for furs described by a writer. The piece mentions Mr Wu the Chinese minister with a superb coat using fox pelts and notes Calumet club members owning silver fox pelts. The column ends with a satirical quip about quiet men and quiet women.
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China
Calumet Club
Iellos
New York
Strike spread looms as Cleveland machinists weigh action
President James O'Connell of the International Association of Machinists arrived from Chicago and met with local officials to discuss a possible Cleveland strike. A large turnout was expected for tonight's meeting to decide on action with 2,000 machinists rumored to participate if a national strike is called.
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Esident
O'Coanell
Associated Pron
Cleveland
Ohio
James O'Connel
International Association of Machinists
Chicago
O’connell
Chicago manufacturers urge protection amid labor unrest
A Congressional Industrial Commission subcommittee spent hours listening to James L. Goard of G. A. Crosby & Co. in Chicago. Board warned continuing labor troubles and weak protection could push manufacturers to smaller towns with lower wages, and derided unions as seeking self gain. He urged police protection, criticized courts as swayed by labor sentiment, and portrayed the average American mechanic as an overgrown boy.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Congressional Industrial Commission
James L. Goard
G. A. Crosby & Co
Ofr
Board
Sir Spint
Colonel Clarke
Commission
Buard
Beard
Swiss Federal Council Rejects Boer Mediation Plea
Berne March 21 The Swiss federal council replies to the Boer appeal for demotion saying it would support friendly mediation to end bloodshed but notes both South African presidents sought peace through Britain who opposes intervention and Washington reports the British government will not accept any power’s intervention. It regrets taking no action and wishes belligerents soon find an honorable basis for understanding.
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Switzerland
Associated Presa
Berne
Federal Council
Washington
Swiss Federal Council
Ita
Soldiers Hospital Bill Prompts Arkansas Effort
Washington reports Representative Little of Arkansas introduced a bill to fund a soldiers' hospital at Hot Springs. The $100,000 appropriation would admit veterans from all U S wars, including the Spanish-American War, to receive treatment for waters' peculiar diseases. The article also surveys fashion trends and social commentary.
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Katabilsha Hkeport
Not Springs
Ark
Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Little
Arkansas
Hot Springs
United States
Bank Loan Ban Bill Moves Through Congress
Washington March 21 House Banking and Currency Committee favorably acted on a bill restricting national banks from lending to their officers and directors. It requires written board approval by a majority before loan proposals to officers, including president, VP, cashier, or any directors or staff, and bars overdrawing accounts by bank officers.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
House
national banking_association
Ioea
Erosalus
Change sought to end stamp tax on insurance transactions
Washington March 21 associated press hearing held by the ways and means committee with a delegation of insurance officials and agents. They urged replacing adhesive stamp duties on individual transactions with bulk taxation arguing no revenue loss but smoother collection. The group included life and accident firms fidelity indemnity bonding and trust firms marine boiler and employer liability plate glass and others. They favored bulk tax while opposing rebates. The committee did not act on the bill.
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Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Ways and Means Committee
Life and Accident
Fidelity
Bonding
Fre
National Association of Insurance Agents
Brovents
Payne
Alarmed Reports Deny High Philippine Casualties
Washington officials rebut claims that General Otis’s campaigns cost 2000 men monthly. Official records show 65 officers and 1460 enlisted deaths in the Philippines since 1898 through Feb 1900, a rate of 74 monthly. Surgeons say contracted detail restaffing skews disease and death figures.
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Philippines
Associated Press
Washington, D. C
Waer Department
Otis
Woodhull
Philippine Army
British Steamer Pawnee Sealed At Quarantine
The British steamer Pawnee arrived from Mediterranean ports via Bermuda and was held at quarantine after three crew members contracted smallpox. John Crawford, third engineer, William McDonald, second engineer, and John Melbourn, the steward, were identified. Patients to Riverside hospital. crew detained until danger passes. The Pawnee is among many steamers in Mediterranean trade.
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New Fork
Associated Press
New York
Mediterranean
Bermuda
John Crawford
William McDonald
John Melbourn
Riverside Hospital
Winnebago Gun Club to meet at Tremont hotel at eight
A Winnebago Gun Club meeting is set for the Tremont hotel this evening at eight. Attendants expect a large turnout to discuss spring hosting prospects and other matters. Earlier, Mr. Cox’s buckboard was struck by an electric car at the corner of High Street and Jackson Street. the horse and farmer were uninjured though the cart was badly wrecked. No fault was assigned to the motorman, and witnesses say the farmer, wrapped in a heavy coat, did not hear the car approach.
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Winnebago Gun Club
Tremont
Thising
Cox
Hlghk
Jackson Streets
Weather Summary for Wisconsin and Surrounding Areas
Forecast indicates a fair to warmer day on Thursday with unsettled winds. Lows rise tonight with increasing southwest winds and temperatures near seasonal norms.
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Wisconsin
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