13 Apr 1899
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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1899
Page
1
Mixed dispatches report Peruvian outlook shifts and U S policy moves, fires, bank grants in Porto Rico, Bolivian forces near Potosi, Belgian geographica society rebuttals, Indian skirmishes at Yuma, and naval pageantry as Admiral Sampson visits La Jaquera. Also noted are Samoa unrest culpability, Samoa port receipts rise, Porto Rico customs, and European royal visits.
General Lawton leads a 1500 man expedition toward Santa Cruz Laguna de Bay after a march by river and lake flotilla. The objective is to capture or destroy shipping and secure a foothold for further operations south of the lake.
Advices from Gen. Otis report quiet conditions in his command and that many Filipinos near Majolos show white flags as tokens of submission to U S authority.
Cleveland April 9 Judge FE Dellenbaugh denied a motion for a new trial in the disbarment proceedings against him. The circuit court affirmed the slaw two decision overruling the previous ruling in the case.
In an interview published in The Saturday Weekly, Admiral Devers says he is not a politician and has never sought office. He declines any presidential speculation, cites age and health, and notes he would not be a candidate for the presidency or the party. He adds no planned campaign, stressing personal integrity over party affiliation.
The obituary notes the death of Stephen J. Field of the Colet States Spree comrt, after a period of illness from a complication. The funeral and family mourners are listed, with Rev Palwerd Mo Mott officiating and local clergy attending.
A letter from Prof Keoker to Washington, in response to a request from a prominent Black leader in North Carolina, urges strategy to ease race tensions. He argues Southern white allies should be engaged while urging Black voters to unite and oppose sympathetic white supporters. He questions Democratic allies in the North and calls for firm action against appeasement.
The steamer Speed was wrecked after a collision and fire near Lewisville Kentucky. Life-saving crews saved passengers and crew with no fatalities, though the vessel lay waterlogged and may be beyond repair. Underwriters estimate most of the ship value salvageable. cargo losses uncertain.
The ceremony in Samoa crowned Malietoa as king with Admiral Keats and British and U S naval officers in attendance. Shelling of Mataafa forces continued as foreign ships protect property. casualties are reported. A separate U S court case involving a Lake county murder concluded with a grand jury indictment and a dramatic mob attack earlier in February.
The article recalls Father Sior mas son of the late Fen W. T Sherman who just returned from Porte Riga and condemns Spaelands and the Spanish ecclesiastic. Sherman left his regiment after being dispatched on special service by Secretary Alger last August.
West Point aspirants clashed in Highland Falls near Highland Palk causing a brawl with rocks and sticks. Dozens of youths fought after a dispute over entry to the West Point preparatory schools. Several injured including a driver named Hoan. doctors attended town patients.
A catastrophic early morning blaze in a wealthier New York neighborhood killed thirteen people and injured many others. Fire spread rapidly from a corner residence on Sixty seventh Street and Fifth Avenue, with families and servants among the dead. Wallace Andrews, president of the New York Steam Nesting Company, led the investigation into the blaze.
Director William Creer announces a scheme to divide the country into twelve districts for the twelfth census. The plan specifies district centers in Washington and details the distribution of districts among states and territories.
Washington reports Admiral Dewey may return to the United States within months. He is said to prefer completing the Philippine commission duties and returning with Chairman Schrank and ex Minister Denby, rather than seek immediate shore duty.
Across the nation reports detail court transfers over railroad receivership involving the State Trust Company. President McKinley plans a Southampton reception with Rear Admiral Sowa to represent the U S at the royal visit. In Cuba, 7000 volunteers remain as readiness rises before the rainy season. A Kansas City transfer orders affects local governance in rail affairs. Violence and tragedy touch U S cities with suicides and robberies reported in Missouri and Illinois.
The Weekly Review of Trade reports the first quarter of 1899 shows declines in several sectors with reductions in public telegraph activity and shifts in the New Zealand and British markets. It notes a general dip in disconnection and default rates across the quarter, with data pointing to a lower beat in overall commercial performance compared with the prior period.
Glendive Mont telegraph reports a flood near the town washed away a bridge and caused 100,600 dollars in damage with a reported loss of 100 lives. No further details are provided. Providence HL 1 April 9. The American Woolen Co completed its preliminary organization and will pursue absorption of mills with options in New England.
Elmira New York hosts a September 1909 celebration organized by the president and trustees of the college to mark a bi centennial fundraiser named in honor of Himura.
In Denver at the Broadway theater during a Saturday performance of Two Rogues and a Romaner Miss Marie l Burroughs of the Stuart Robson company accidentally stabbed Harold Russell in the face. The stabbing occurred as the act required a staged stabbing in semi dark lighting, leaving a deep wound on the left facial area.
United States Senator Henry M. Teller has been ill with a fever and cold contracted in Chicago. The crisis is past, and he is expected to be out again in a few days. Wellington reports that the government accepted the colony's offer to dispatch troops to Samon, with the troops meeting the requirements.
Chicago April and the Altgeld party reorganize as Whicago platform democracy establishing a permanent executive committee at Unity building headquarters. Exgovernor Altgeld aims to create a disciplined force for the next year’s national battle and seek recognition in the national democratic contest. Prices for broomcorn rise amid supply concerns and trust control. Gen Montenegro reportedly killed in Manila. Dewey seeks six months of engineering supplies for Manila with Buffalo bound for New York carrying stores.
The report details state tax data by counties, debt and payable debt figures, and legislative actions. It notes Canton’s Cumberland Telephone Co rate changes, appointments to public accounts, and upcoming sessions with gubernatorial and senate term info. It also covers college property transfers, sheriff and criminal items, and assorted public notices from Jackson and Meridian.
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