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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1900
Page
2
The notice states the store will be open all day tomorrow as the most interesting shopping day of the summer and that it will be closed all day on the Fourth. A Saturday half-holiday closing begins the following week.
The funeral of Stephen Crane the noted author and correspondent who died in Germany on June 6 was held in New York yesterday. The body arrived by steamship Brevoort and lay in state at Fourteen Temple on Sixth Avenue. He was buried at Evergreen Cemetery Eliza Peace Pact Signed Chicago June 28. The peace pact signed by bedding trades contractors and forces closes a long dispute.
A Westminster Gazette dispatch notes worsened Russia finances due to Boxer troubles and Count Muravieff’s death. The report warns of deepening insecurity and risk to firms, with a cautious market mood and safety concerns.
James H Merrill aged four died suddenly in New York at the Kimberley Apartment House the home of his sister Mrs James Merrill He was son of a respected lawyer and had spent time in New York before moving West The Sixth Cavalry bound for Nagasaki has arrived at Camp and will sail with General Chaffee next Sunday from Washington officials.
In Oaxaca on June 28 the assault on the Maya Indians at Chan Santa Cruz is stalled by opposition and caution. About ten regiments have joined and 2,000 troops, with detachments, prepare to move, facing barricades set by the Indians.
Fragmentary note indicates a rail fare related to a round trip to New York from Pennsylvania. The text mentions return options and unclear routing or connections. No specific dates, names, or complete details available.
Keystone Telephone Company officials plot a bold bid to bolt the Republican convention and back a Democratic shift with Pennsylvania and Populist plank additions. The scene features brokers, silent meetings, and a cryptic scheme amid weathered intrigue and slang flooded chatter.
The grand jury declined to indict 10 year old Frank Dougherty of Thirteenth and Annin streets for the murder of Nelson Mowatt, finding no justification for arrest. Deputy Coroner Woodrow praised the boy’s release while noting Mrs Love faces potential criminal and civil actions.
James R. Skinner was indicted on three counts for aiding in placing insurance and making contracts with out of state insurers. The charged companies include Commercial Fire Insurance Company of Wilmington, Western Fire Insurance Company of Aurora, Illinois, and Merchants' Insurance Company of New Orleans Louisiana.
Archduke Francis Ferdinand swore to marry Princess Chotek monogamously at the Hofburg in Vienna before the Emperor and state dignitaries. The marriage will prevent her from becoming Empress and their children from succession. The ceremony included the oath, oath documents, and a clasp to the crucifix. The marriage is planned for Sunday.
The county GOP completed its slate with Dr H G Reitzel of Mahanoy City for the First District Alfred B Garner of Ashland for the Second District and Wallace Sittler of Rush Township for the Third District. In Shenandoah a row over Reitzel’s nomination surfaced as Daniel J Thomas and followers protested after a 32-22 vote.
The Doylestown and Rail company announces a new trolley extension project. Officials indicate tracks will extend service from Easton toward Tus Times area, with construction details and timelines to follow. Local residents await clarification on route and impact.
State Dairy and Food Commissioner and the Dairymen's Pure Butter Association launch a broad campaign to arrest and prosecute illegal oleo dealers. Warrant activity continues with dozens more expected. committee travels to Harrisburg for coordination. cases involve coloring matter and mislabeled products. Three dealers faced Magistrate Stratton with one fined and another jailed on bail. Separate item notes $1.00 seashore excursion trains from Market Street Wharf to Atlantic City and other resorts.
Hon. Henry C. Payne of Wisconsin met with Senator Hanna at Hanna's Glenmere home in Cleveland. Payne is slated to direct Chicago operations while Hanna manages New York and Chicago offices. Payne noted Roosevelt's planned Oklahoma City trip on July 2 and mentioned Wichita and Topeka talks on May 4.
The Boer envoys Jules Cambon Bourke Cochran and Professor Adolph E. Cohen sailed aboard the Line steamship L Aquitaine from New York on June 28 with a cortege of carriages decorated by sympathizers.
The Inspection Board led by Rear Admiral Rodgers reports the Kentucky's trial was very satisfactory. The ship will proceed to York Navy Yard for final touches of paint after the successful acceptance trials alongside her sister ship.
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