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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1899
Page
3
Bradstreet's Weekly Review reports growing demand in dry goods as spring weather boosts cotton fabric prices and wages. It notes favorable lumber trade, limited wood supplies, and ongoing benefits to producers. Cereals export recovering after harsh weather with mixed wheat crop outlook and corn exports totaling 5,740,300 bushels for the week.
General Otis reports in reply to Alger that insurgents have not captured or held any American prisoners of war. Three soldiers captured in Malolos in January are with insurgents near Cavite and Caloocan, supported by funds. He notes misleading reports from Hamburg and praises American troops as in excellent condition.
Kansas City Journal prints a story alleging New York financiers tied to a canal contract expiring in October back a plot to topple the Nicaraguan government. John Drummond of Virginia reportedly sought Kansas City support to advance a new concession enabling permanent canal construction.
Congressman Bailey of Texas said in the Lower House last week he will not seek the Democratic leadership for the next Congress. He called the decision irrevocable and cited Democrats’ refusal to back his demand for considering a resolution on Wheeler and others who accepted army commissions, which influenced his announcement.
A fragmentary obituary notes the death of John Wilson Drury at Riinc reek New York at age 6 and his friendships with Samuel J Tilden and Stephen A Douglas. The item also mentions Drury’s Illinois jurist career, a Chicago and Rock Island Railroad director and attorney post. Separate notes cover Boston appointing officials to begin an experiment to exterminate English sparrows, a Chicago stock yards legal case, Portland to Manila troop transport, a Covington post office robbery report of about 5000 dollars, and a Quincy granite cutters strike affecting 91 firms and 2200 workers.
Becker, a Chicago butcher held in custody on suspicion of killing his first wife Teresa Becker, broke down under cross questioning and confessed. He says he shoved her into the lake on January 37 during a quarrel on the Randolph Street viaduct and then went home. The body has not been found.
Cuban authorities and American forces clash over beer sales to troops. Post exchanges stop selling beer and Havana Mariana bars close for wine and beer. Private soldiers face shortages while officers often remain unrestricted. Proprieties face 400 dollar fines with three day bonds.
The House refused to consider resolutions from the Judiciary Committee declaring that Gen Wheeler Colson Campbell and Robbins vacated their seats by accepting army commissions. The vote split along party lines with 21 Republicans 48 Democrats 13 Populists for and 101 Republicans 4 Democrats 1 Populist against.
News from near Tupelo Mississippi describes a Mobile and Ohio line wreck where six coaches carrying soldiers overturned. Two soldiers were killed and six seriously hurt among hundreds of National Guard veterans returning home.
Reports say Kansas City filibusters returned from New Orleans amid choices given by leader Hyans and government blockers halted transport to Bluefields, with Evans claiming laborer status. Also notes Schurz birthday celebrations in New York and skepticism of Filipino junta tales by War Department. Perjury charge against James B. Nelle tied to Collis murder case in Topeka. A Missouri farmer builds a grand two mansion complex near Burlington Junction. South Africa projected to lead world gold output this year.
Richmond P. Hobson, nominated from assistant naval constructors list, will advance to a higher rank for extraordinary heroism. In Spain, Gen. Toral, who commanded troops at Santiago de Cuba, has been arrested and imprisoned prior to a court martial for surrendering to Shafter.
In Boise on Wednesday two Democratic representatives Philetus Averett and Alma Hess clashed amid a fight over Speaker Evans. Hess was cut on the side during the scuffle as Averett allegedly swung a knife. Hess’s wound is not considered dangerous. No arrests reported.
A London cable reports Queen Victoria may cancel her Riviera trip set to begin in March due to hostile articles in Nicholls Journal and fears of an assassin following the Austrian empress's death. If she stays home, Riviera hotelmen expect a sharp drop in British guest bookings.
The Colorado Senate approved an eight hour workday bill by a 2610 to 6 vote, already passed by the House. During debate Senator Buckley revealed he and others were offered large sums of money to vote against the measure. The bill mirrors the Utah law now in force.
A head on crash between an eastbound passenger train and a westbound double header near White Plains, Nevada, killed four railroad workers and seriously wounded one. Victims include Engineer F J Yeargin, Firemen Hendershot and Dislon, plus an unnamed engineer.
A dense list of commodity and livestock prices across markets including Chicago, Indianapolis, San Antonio, Toledo, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Detroit, Buffalo, New York and more. It records cattle, hogs, sheep, wheat, corn, oats, rye, butter, eggs, potatoes, clover seed and other items with varied price ranges per market and grade. Entities include Chicago, Indianapolis, Tamis, Detroit, Toledo, Milwaukee, New York, Buffalo, and Wien.
The United States shows no concern over Spain's crisis and the treaty ratification debates. The text outlines potential outcomes if ratified or rejected, noting risks to both sides about compensation and status. The article discusses possible implications for the Spanish government and the United States in handling the treaty.
Advices from Apia report ongoing disorder as the provisional government interferes with native and British subjects and their servants, levies taxes on Mulieroa and Mataata, and tensions rise over exiles and court jurisdiction. German and American figures face contempt and protective actions amid a volatile political scene in Samoa.
The House approved the Senate bill for army reorganization with a 203 to an unspecified vote. Provisions limit peacetime regular Army to under 29,000, allow up to 65,009 until 1901, add 100 cadets, authorize 3,000 volunteers for two years and four months, create 27 infantry regiments and three cavalry regiments among volunteers, name a general for 4,000 volunteers, appoint a major general per 12,000 volunteers, and abolish post commands.
Paris police seize letters written to high officers amid rumors of treason. The Aurore reports correspondence from relatives of military figures outlining readiness to move to restore a republic and a plan to revive a royal title upon restoration of the monarchy.
Government figures indicate February receipts totaling 871,780 with a roughly 500,000 excess over February 1898. Expenditures reach about SO, creating a deficit near 1,060,000 for February. The eight-month total this year stands at 255,14,187 compared with 274, SN NEO last year.
Report from Macon Georgia details an incident involving Black Des Moines volunteers accused of inciting riot. Soldiers aided provost guards during unrest, faced court, and were fined totaling $735 as others paid $30 each. Loss of pay and jail time followed while officials sought gubernatorial pardon.
A blast at Davis & Sons Coal Mine near Kato forced two brothers, William and Thomas Beadle, to flee a gas cloud. William returned first, was found unconscious, and his brother dragged him to safety. The incident prompted further news on local crime, road tests, and public notices from Des Moines and Spencer.
In Cedar Rapids a delegate convention decided that attendance at specific activities in Mt. Eaulis in te Teattes would proceed. The report notes plans for further organization and travel by involved groups.
Auditor Merriam releases a draft tax statement showing a total levy of 818,615,000 dollars for Tow this year, about 7.30 dollars per person. A 7,500,000 increase is noted for second purposes, with a 150,000 rise affecting the insane uedia iereised STEM.
The State Board of Control issues an order to equip about 1,200 statewide staff with uniforms. The board arranges to purchase the apparel at a low price, aiming for cost efficiency.
C G Parker of Honey Creek and Mist Millie A Moss of Crescent secured a license in Council Bluffs and prepared for the ceremony. Just before vows Rev McIntosh was ready as guests assembled, but Mrs Hatey Moss fainted from grief and the wedding was indefinitely postponed. The bride will remain with her mother while Parker travels to Missouri.
A house near Onawa burned killing Teo Chitiren and three young children weeks old. Mrs McGee, who saved the children, suffered severe burns as the family lost all possessions in the blaze. Neighbors reported the arson or accident remains under investigation as the family's trunks and household goods were destroyed.
Fragmentary OCR reports a Des Moines session of the Republican state central committee with disjointed phrases about party unity, dates, and leadership. details are unclear but reference a one day meeting and capital city events.
A garbled snippet notes a financial change with numbers including 1,273 and 8.3 to 2.57. The fragment mentions December 4 and an increase in a tab or deposit figures, with references to groups and outlets in a vague ledger-like report. The readable entities include Iowa, SAG, and monetary figures.
A Cedar Rapids man Vruth Mertakt, 40, suffering consumption, killed his infant son with bullets then shot himself as police found him dead in a gate. He left a note saying he killed the child because it was sickly and expressed no hope of recovery.
Keokuk dispatch notes convict James Wood who has served twenty years across Joliet Fort Madison Jefferson City and Tucson for cannons burglaries and larcenies now says he will devote his life to improving prison conditions and racing his record. His real name is James Wood and he was first sent away at age ten. Town Creek for Sioux City officials seek use of unexpended funds for a public building project including a clock tower. bids expected after interior plans.
The nineteenth annual meeting of the Brick and Tile Makers Association and the Nebraska Brick and Tile Association was held jointly last week in Solny Iy task week. Remarks covered general business and brick wind tile mating.
Reported hotel fires in Beacon and Vere Warted with Ulin flames and law enforcement response. Details indicate financial loss of R2000 and staff affected as authorities investigate causes. Local properties faced damage while survivors describe smoke and alarms, signaling safety concerns for jurisdictions.
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