McKinley Names Cabinet Aboard Inaugural Day
President McKinley sent the senate the names of his late first administration cabinet and issued a new commission for George Cortellyou as secretary to the president. Crowds braved rain to witness the inaugural ceremonies and parade through Washington with Admiral Dewey and General Miles among the honored veterans.
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Inaugural Ball Ends Day of Festivities at Pension Office
Washington March 5 The climactic event of the inaugural festivities was the inaugural ball at the pension office. The president and Mrs McKinley led the grand march with citizens from all walks of life mingling. The scene featured lavish decorations and dazzling electrical effects as crowds gathered, police kept order, and the Marine Band with 100 performers provided music before the presidential party arrived at 9 30 p.m.
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McKinley
United States Marine Band
Presidneral Party
Inaugural Ball Gown Shines as Richest in Washington
Washington March 5 Mrs McKinley wore the most magnificent inaugural gown seen in the capital. The white duchesse satin dress featured a sweeping train, lace bands, pearls, diamonds, feather stitched seams, and a pearl embroidered bodice. Mrs Roosevelt wore a plain white silk gown with lace drapery and pearl jewelry.
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Capital
Washington
Cuban constitutional convention debates delaying action
At a Havana conference on March 5 the Cuban constitutional convention discussed delaying further action to allow members time to consult with constituents about the Platt amendment.
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Holland's Queen and Consort Return to Amsterdam
Queen Wilhelmina and the prince consort arrived in Amsterdam in state today. The royal party was greeted by principal authorities and escorted to the royal pavilion where crowds cheered despite the rain.
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Wi Belmins
Prince Consort
Convicts in Mutiny at Santa Caterina Prison
A Florence dispatch reports a serious mutiny by convicts at Santa Caterina prison. The militia was called out and ten inmates were killed while 57 were wounded. The incident prompted emergency measures and heightened security.
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London
Florence
Santa Caterina
Peace indications as civil rule nears in Philippines
Manila reports show peace sentiment spreading with many surrendering and taking allegiance. A draft bill to create an insular constabulary and appoint a chief peace officer is expected to pass, unifying forces under military control and reforming police across districts.
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WILL KEEP HIS EYE ON THEM Methodist Preacher Follows Youth Dances
Creston Ta March 5 Rev Maine pastor of the Afton Methodist church attended a dance paying $1 at the door and watching participants. He preached on dancing and card playing the next Sunday and warned he would shepherd his flock to prevent lambs straying to parties.
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Divorce and political notes ripple through Midwest towns
Reports from Beloit and Quincy detail a divorce fallout as Ida Taylor supports her husband John Taylor amid a Kansas City shooting case. Cleveland urges young Democrats to organize for civic influence. Chicago police report bunko cases and a cash theft. Michigan banks show loan and deposit growth amid regional crime and missing persons notes.
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Mayor Harrison Chosen by Chicago Democracy for Third Term
Chicago voters renewed Carter H. Harrison at the Democratic city convention held at North Side Turner hall. The ticket includes Harrison for mayor, Charles F. Gunther for treasurer, Andrew J. Ryan for attorney, and William Loet tler for clerk, with a platform backing municipal ownership of utilities and a Boer sympathy resolution.
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Andrew J. Ryan
William Loefier
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Hay Pauncefote Treaty Dead In Senate Action
Washington March 5 the Hay Pauncefote treaty designed to replace the Clayton Bulwer instrument for the Isthmian canal died when its ratification clause expired at March 4. It may still influence future negotiations while Morgan moves to abrogate the Clayton Bulwer treaty. Boers occupy Pearston in Cape Colony on the Grut Biot river. Samuel Moser escapes gallows after killing wife and three in Peoria Illinois.
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Peoria
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Tommy Ryan Wins After Desperate 17 Round Fight
Syracuse boxer Tommy Ryan defeats Tommy West in 17 rounds at Louisville Audi torium under Southern Athletic Club. bloodier bout with multiple cuts. West’s corner fieldsed. China annuls decrees from 1900 to erase history. Sagasta to form new cabinet in Madrid.
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Pekin
Illinois Governor Yates Impresses In Inaugural Parade
Washington reports Gov. Richard Yates and his Illinois staff displayed a distinguished parade presence. The governor rode superbly in a Prince Albert coat as cheers rose from the crowd. Mrs. Yates sat with other Illinois dignitaries as the contingent received praise from President McKinley and onlookers.
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Ilinois
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