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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1900
Page
1
The Times reports the army reorganization bill passed the House by 166 to 138 amid claims of rushed procedure. Amendments added veterinary corps for 35 000 mules horses and asses and dental surgeons would boost costs and salaries.
At the Twenty-ninth Street Methodist Church last night W B Vannaman was prevented from speaking after accusing the choir of disgraceful conduct. Church leader Cornelius R Dankworth ordered him to sit down provoking a split among congregants and a threat of arrest if he spoke again.
Special telegram reports Provincetown's Grand Banks fishing fleet vessel Cora S. McKay declared lost after hurricane near Virgin Rocks on September 12. Master Roderick Matheson led May voyage. 15 widows and 54 children remain.
Cramp Directors reportedly consider selling Midvale Steel to Vickers Sons Maxim of England for 7.5 million dollars. Cramp and Midvale officers deny pledges but rumors persist of a three-plant merger under English control, boosting Cramp shipbuilding and allowing an increase of Cramp capital stock from 5 to 30 million. Henry Seligman confirms discussions while noting no final decision and a 40 to 60 day timeline.
Brigadier General Charles P. Eagan, commissary general of subsistence, suspended since February 9, 1899, is restored to duty and then placed on the retired list. The orders announce Colonel John F. Weston, acting commissary general since Eagan’s suspension, will be nominated to Senate for the permanent post. Weston is praised for a long, distinguished career from Civil War to Spanish‑American War.
William Focht a Pottstown grocer was found not guilty of violating pure food laws in Norristown December 6 surprising Judge Swartz and the District Attorney. The judge condemned the jury after the verdict saying they were unfit to serve and warned against further service in future cases.
A brown velvet hat found on the Walnut street wharf and a blue ribbon package near the Warner Line dock point to a mystery woman, seen near Delaware Avenue last night. Police and the tug Visitor searched the river until after midnight with no body recovered, grappling to resume today.
Stroudsburg reports ahead of locals expecting 175 carloads of Christmas trees to reach Philadelphia between December 10 and 18. Monroe county dealers return from Maine with supply from Pocono mountains limited. Ex-County Treasurer Vincent O. Mervine, a veteran dealer, predicts an overstocked market and falling prices.
Bulletin from the Czar's physicians at Livadia states the ruler slept well through the night and that his general condition and spirits are very good with normal temperature and pulse.
A speeding gray horse draft ran loose during a William Hayes funeral at Fairmount Cemetery. The driver was thrown. Mr and Mrs Harry Walker and William Putnam rode in the coach. Walker crawled onto the roof then over the dashboard but fell onto the pole. Peter Bey leaped from the pallbearers coach and seized a bridle stopping the team after dragging the coach past a dozen graves.
Lincoln December 6 Charles M. Walker of Indianapolis claimed a December 22 meeting would form a new party with W. J. Bryan favoring it and possibly a 1904 presidential bid. Bryan says he knows nothing of the meeting or movement. He remains in Lincoln for a banquet, then travels south in January for Florida Governor-elect Jennings inauguration. He also notes Towne’s Minnesota Senate appointment.
Bids for constructing five battleships and six armored cruisers will be opened at the Navy Department tomorrow. The battleships carry names Pennsylvania New Jersey Georgia Virginia and Rhode Island while the cruisers are West Virginia Nebraska California Maryland Colorado and South Dakota.
A man about forty, likely English, with a full beard and 125 pounds, was found unconscious at Darien and Vine. Morphine was found in a smell box. doctors at Hahnemann Hospital attempted to revive him but were unsuccessful. Police identify the case as a mysterious morphine poisoning with the subject's identity unknown.
Three assailants attempted to seize two West Side street cars early this morning as passengers fought back on the second car. two were injured in the melee and authorities investigated.
In Williams Town 1808 speech row, former printer Robinson fails to secure a jury on charge against John Wanamaker. Judge Wilson rules statements on public figures privileged if made without malice. Wanamaker says ruling protects press and citizen discussion of public affairs.
St. Paul Minn December 6 Former Congressman Charles A Towne Silver Republican of Duluth formally accepted the appointment to the United States Senate to fill the vacancy caused by Cushman K Davis death He received his commission and will depart for Washington to take his seat until the Legislature elects a successor.
Washington December 6 Senator Hanna Republican national committee chairman offered John Joy Edson chairmanship of the inaugural committee Edson accepted and will oversee the inauguration ceremonies Theodore W Noyes of the Washington Evening Star declined the post saying he could not give the duties required
A man named John Gibson, jailed for killing his infant step-daughter, confessed to burning the child with a red hot poker to simulate smallpox. He claimed the motive was insurance. Authorities chased him as mobs sought revenge, and a sheriff conveyed him through the night. The Times announces a Castle Kenilworth picture giveaway next Sunday.
Washington December 6 Representative Burleigh of Maine introduces a bill to appoint Representative Boutelle now confirmed invalid to the rank of captain on the retired list of the navy.
Rome December 6. Dr Mazzoni reports a slight operation performed yesterday on a tumor under the Pontiff's arm. A semi official statement says the Pope's health is perfect and he continues to receive without fatigue.
The Spanish steamship Eolo, en route from Hamburg on November 9, was last heard after passing the Lizard four days later signaling all well. On board were beet sugar and a large consignment of toys valued at about 80000 pounds. fifteen crewmen remain aboard, commanded by Captain Garardo, an experienced sailor.
Weather forecast covers Eastern Pennsylvania New Jersey Delaware and Maryland cloudy Friday rain at night and Saturday colder Saturday afternoon winds southeast. Western Pennsylvania rain Friday Saturday snow likely, winds south to northwest Friday night. Eastern New York cloudy Friday rain or snow northern area Saturday rain southern area colder Saturday afternoon winds southeast. Western New York rain or snow Friday Saturday with snow and colder, winds south to possibly brisk west.
A Northern Pacific wreck at Rocker three miles west of Butte Montana late last night killed two unnamed men. Thirty cars were derailed in the serious incident.
A local retailer touts a large ready stock of Oxford suits including the $20 model finely made and lined with silk. Many suits feature double breasted vests while plenty of single breasted options are also available. The ad urges shoppers to visit for exact styles and fair stock compared with wholesalers.
The new London coat sells well, rivaling Raglan with generous fullness vertical pockets and regular sleeve set. Oxfords light greys browns olives color options. Raglan remains stylish though selling slower. store offers Raglan at prices starting at 15 dollars.
New stylish fly front overcoats for ages 7 to 15 in black and oxford twill at $5. Young men's raglans in Oxford cheviot priced at $13.50 with black frieze at $6.50. Sailors and tuxedos added to a $2.75 bargain lot, reduced from higher prices. A $4.50 double breasted suit for 7 to 16 year olds stands out, with other options up to $10. The "Beau Brummel, Jr." Oxford Cheviot Suit for 14 to 18 years is $10, with a full range of new styles from $7.50 to $20.
Wanamaker store announces Saturday evening hours. Manicurist services and beauty options listed for customers at 1201 Cucerune, Fowscreston.
A local ad urges customers to visit Perry & Co at 1520 Chestnet Street for a May weekend preview of fashionable suits and overcasts. The note promises ravishing creations and a mix of stylish and plainer outfits to suit all tastes.
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