Congress Week Preview Tightens Schedule on Bills
The Senate plans rapid action on appropriation bills and the arbitration treaty with Great Britain, with debate likely to stretch into the pre fourth of March period. Nicaragua Canal and Cuban Independence measures face shifts, while bankruptcy and Hawaiian cable provisions await action as joint sessions count electoral votes for McKinley and Hobart.
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New Baseball Rules Drafted for National League
Washington Feb 7 The committee to prepare new playing rules for the National League and American Association of Professional Baseball clubs submits recommendations. They suggest adding a note to guide laying off the field and propose penalties and enforcement enhancements including a $5 fine for players who damage a new ball and a process to enforce Rule 2 on players benches with umpire involvement.
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Cleveland Rider Gimm Defeats Hale in 20 Mile Race
Lewis Gimmy of Cleveland defeated Teddy Hale in a 20 mile race at Central Armory, under League of American Wheelmen auspices. Gimmmy led from midrace, Hale repeatedly tied briefly but ceded the lead. Official time was four hours fifty six seconds with the last mile in 2.08. prize up for $210 a side plus gate receipts.
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Fire destroys Hallstead lumber firm building
The Lumber Establishment of F. H. Johnson in Hallstead was destroyed by fire last evening. A large stock of builders supplies burned, caused by an overheated stove in the office. Insurance covered $2,000 for stock and $1,000 for the building. the building valued at $1,800.
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Wall Street Reviews Mixed Trading In Early Session
Stock Exchange dealings were irregular with some prominent losses receding before the first hour and overall gains appearing late. Industrials led while North Pacifics held firm in rail shares amid a closing firm tone and modest net gains, with various commodity prices listed by the market report.
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New York Wheat and Grain Market Report Feb 6
The New York market shows wheat prices steady to firmer with dull trading and active May and September futures. Spot quotations drift, with No. 2 red and No. 2 white capping at fractional declines. provisions and butter hold near previous levels amid mixed regional demand. cheese and skim products show modest shifts.
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Chicago Grain and Provision Market Report Summarized
The Chicago market shows mixed futures quotes for wheat and pork with variable prices. Cash grain quotations include No 2 spring wheat and No 2 corn with intricate, partially garbled figures reflecting a volatile trading day.
Cattle and Livestock Prices Mixed on Tuesday Market
Market notes show cattle and hogs with varied movements led by steady to higher feeds for hogs and mixed bids for cattle. Sheep and lambs showed active demand with top lots selling higher, while feeders and cull classifications remained balanced amid cautious trade.
Philadelphia Provision Market Brief Amid Mixed Demand
Market report from Philadelphia notes no quotable price changes but moderate demand for provisions. Listings include hams, smoked meats, shoulders, bacon, lard, city refined products, hogsheads, tallow, and related staples with varied brands and qualities.
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Cattle Receipts Market Strong in Mixed Lots
Chicago reports firm markets with receipts for cattle and sheep. Steers and stockers show steady demand, bulls priced around 1 800 each while sheep and lambs vary by grade. Shipping lots and mixed lots appear with mixed prices across categories.
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Market Brief From Cit On February Credit Balances
State market notes from Cit on February indicate option values not quoted today and credit balances discussed. Details are sparse with fragmented data and unclear figures. Further context from full page.parser needed for precise figures or entities.
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British Moneta ry Circles Favor Washington Conference
The London dispatch notes that Bimetallism advocate Mr Wolcott’s mission leaves unclear effects until his return. MPs favor U S leadership for a new international conference to be held in Washington. Britain would likely send delegates. Brussels plan gains little support.
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Former Watchman Arrested in Insane Asylum Beating Death
Walter Clinch, ex night guard at the State Hospital for the Insane in Norristown, was arrested in Philadelphia on a homicide warrant. He is charged with the death of William McCue, an inmate who had been transferred from Eastern Prison and deemed insane, dying after a reported brutal beating. Three hospital employees were dismissed after the coroner’s inquiry, and Detectives located Clinch.
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The American Queen from Paris fashion letter
A richly illustrated Paris fashion letter from Connolly and Wallace offers advance news on street and house costumes wash dresses wraps for mild weather and key details on shirt waists sashes neck ruffs and more. Includes portraits of D L Moody's family and practical guidance for dressmakers along with housekeeper features and money making with the typewriter.
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Pennsylvania Line Inaugural Draws National Interest
The event promises a large turnout from across the country with the Pennsylvania system highlighted for its superior facilities and Washington terminal. Advertisements note agents wanted and various job offers, alongside a veterinary surgeon listing at 16 M Linden Street in Scranton.
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Family tragedy ends in fatal duel in Kentucky
Ander son Parker, a Rockcastle County farmer of wealth, attacked his wife in a drunken rage fracturing her skull with a club. He then shot his son in the wrist. the son grabbed a revolver and killed Parker. The rest of the family escaped during the fight.
Funeral Accident Injures Child at Pittston Burial
At the funeral of John Castner in Pittston a six year old daughter was placed in a carriage when horses frightened and bolted. The carriage wheels ran over the child, breaking a leg and causing further injuries. She was hospitalized and riders restrained the animals.
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Reduced Rates to Washington for Inauguration Travel
The Pennsylvania Railroad offers excursion tickets to Washington for the McKinley inauguration. Tickets valid March 1 2 4 and 4 with return March 4 to 8. Fares from Buffalo 11.20 Rochester 11.00 Wallington 11.70 Newark 10.20 Camundalrun 11.00 Penn Yon 11.00 Watkins 11.00 Jimira 10.76 Erie 11.00 Corry 10.748 Warren 10.74 Williamsport 9.79
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