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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1896
Page
7
The note outlines potential cabinet appointments if Sherman declines, favoring Mann as Secretary of the Treasury and Routello for the Navy portfolio, with miscellaneous policy discussions surrounding the U S Senate contest.
A close friend of Chairman Hanna outlines how Manna may join the cabinet or seek the U S Senate seat in Ohio. Sherman’s stance blocks Hanna from the secretary of state post and prompts cabinet plans including treasury or Navy choices amid rival permutations.
Thousands greet William Jennings Bryan on his arrival in Denver for the Colorado celebration of statehood. He meets a committee, breakfasts with CS Thomas, attends a reception at the Brown Palace, and is toasted by Mrs. T. M. Patterson before planning an outdoor address to the crowds.
New York reports the Wall Street Journal cites good authority that the president will pursue a conservative yet explicit Cuba policy. It aims to protect American persons and property in Cuba, with no offensive recommendations aimed at Spain. The approach favors quieting rather than heightening tensions.
Parma born singer Campanini, famed for a voice of extraordinary quality, served in Garibaldi era campaigns before studying at Parma conservatory and Milan under Lamperti. He debuted in Parma, then sang in London in 1872 and New York in 1873, later touring Europe and America becoming a leading tenor of his era.
Senator James H. Jones of Arkansas, chairman of the Democratic National Committee, returned for a Congressional session and said the Dingley revenue bill is unlikely to pass the Senate. He favors a tax on beer rather than tariff revision, predicting about 40 million dollars yearly revenue from a per barrel levy.
Torek Missouri Nov 25 John W Theidenthal chairman of the Populist state committee is an avowed candidate for United States Senator to succeed Peffer. He has written to Senator Peiffer confirming his intent and told close associates of his ambition. Also from Kansas City Nov 23 George K E Moss a longtime money clerk at the Union depot office Pacific Express left at 9 15 pm and has not been seen since prompting Pinkerton detectives to take the case with company officials cautious about possible dishonesty.
A conference on the world wheat market is favored by at least one major wheat growing empire and may include Russia with overtures to the United States England Argentina and Australia as principal producers. The push aims to stabilize prices across key nations and regions.
Jesse C. Wall of Independence, long troubled by misfortune, killed himself last night after making a will. He shot himself in the right temple at his home in Independence after threatening an invalid relative.
The United States State Department reports Nicaragua’s President has granted amnesty to more than 500 people linked to the February revolution and September conspiracy. Rebel leaders and top generals are excluded from the pardon. Washington, Nov 25. A separate note says overtime claims by letter carriers nationwide will be practically abolished soon, following policies set by Vist Assistant Postmaster General Jones at the administration's start.
Senator Blackburn states he is not out of the race and does not plan to retire from politics. He dismisses reports claiming he will step aside and says he intends to continue pursuing the Senate seat.
The document notes attention to foreign affairs with emphasis on Cuba and Turkey. It mentions duties on tea and coffee may be advocated as part of policy discussions.
The article notes President Cleveland is finalizing his annual message expected to be a farewell address. It will cover foreign affairs including the Venezuelan boundary issue with Britain and Venezuela, Cuba, and general policy directions. It outlines revenue duties, gold standard advocacy, greenback retirement, banking reform, navy expansion, and coast defenses.
Secretary Lamont urges three light mobile battalions per regiment to replace the ten company structure, citing Sherman Sheridan and Schofield. Coast defenses advance with new batteries, while army increases focus on artil lerists. Health, discipline, and desertion trends improve under the new recruiting system.
Walter M. Castle of San Francisco traveled with his wife and young son to New York aboard the steamer Shivel arriving on November 25. The party was noted at Castles Beach in New York City.
In Chariton county Macon Missouri on November 28 Captain John M. London a Populist leader pledged a McKinley speech as part of an election pact with his sister Mrs Susan Conrad who agreed to a Bryan toast if the Jutters election results. The report mentions the Shah and a future premier and twelve minister cabinet with no clear relation to the main event.
General Weylen reports southern and northern positions captured with little resistance. Insurgents retreat from Rubi and other encampments as troops pursue, destroying escape avenues and preventing regrouping.
The action occurred near Tlavanag in the Hutia mountains about thirty miles from Tlavanag. Antonio Vaew defeated Captain General Weyler’s troops, which suffered heavy losses. Weyler ordered a retreat with over a thousand dead and wounded.
Mrs Mary Coyat of Kentucky filed for divorce from Joelin L Coyat six months earlier claiming abandonment for another woman. Coyat countered that his wife fled with another man and cited affidavits of her intent to marry a Kentucky horseman. Judge refused the divorce and dismissed the case.
A jury convicts Burt of first degree murder for the 1899 killings of his wife and two children, sentencing him to death. In Texas, Bryan leads McKinley in statewide election returns by about 150000 votes, with Bryan surpassing 200000 if Bryan and Watson votes are counted. Also: Poke Wells body dissection underway at Central Medieval college, bullets kept for evidence.
Emile Arton was examined by a magistrate in Paris as the first step toward a new trial amid a growing sensation. Rumors claim Arton holds keys to a widespread Danama scandal implicating many public men. The big question is whether he will disclose his knowledge. Meanwhile in Berni, a Russian Toland dispatch reports a colliery explosion at Zengorze killing thirty workers.
In Omatta Nebraska on November 23 a Tarma Lee Elliott shooting contest drew a large crowd. The apparent score read 92 for Pour Malee and Elliott trailing.
The state board of canvassers completed the Nebraska vote tally for presidential electors. Figures show Bryan Hid McKinley with 102,505. Imre 2,797. Bentley 738. Levering J.1902 Mackett 17. Bryan’s plurality about 3,000. In Havana a dock strike leaves about 000 dockers idle as ships from England and Sweden arrive with replacements.
A fragmented note discusses a Hearst business approach linking stock gambling and liquidation strategies. It references an alienation section and Cleveland family matters, with unclear connections to an address in Boston.
The Home Market club banquet at Mechanics Hall drew nearly a thousand attendees from across New England. Speakers included generals who toured the country for the gold standard and Senator Hoar who warned New England business leaders to restore confidence in government and the West. General Alger and General Howard framed McKinley’s victory as a win for sound money and executive authority while Stewart shared tour anecdotes.
Kansas canvas tallies show Doster 167,920 and Garver 159,428 for Chief Justice giving Doster a 8,492 plurality. Narvey 107,136 and Richter 150,703 lead for lieutenant governor with 7,343 margin. Edwards tops for secretary of state but Hush is Fusion count leader. Botkin leads congressman-at-large fusion with 168,400 over Blue 158,140. total margins listed for several statewide offices.
A St Louis firm producing dynamite received a New Orleans telegram seeking 20 000 pounds of explosive with urgency and a Cuba bound destination. The sending agent hinted immediate use, prompting a verification telegraph from the local firm. Honolulu marks McKinley win after the City of Peking arrival from Yokohama sparks celebration.
Secretary of State Lesueur announces that elected county officials who filed sworn expense statements with the county clerk and a duplicate with the recorder of deeds within thirty days after the election cannot be commissioned. The deadline is December 2, nine days from today. State and district office victors must file statements with the secretary of state within the same period.
In Denver Bryan rode with Senator Teller and Colorado leaders amid a citywide ovation. He praised free silver supporters and Colorado’s strong vote for him, spoke at the statehouse rally to about 20 000 people, then addressed the Colorado admission anniversary service. A Brown Palace banquet followed with 300 plates, and Bryan left at 3 pm for Pueblo by special train.
Charles E. Jenkins, released from a Missouri penitentiary, faces January trial for bigamy in Johnson County. He had married Myra L. Marsh in 1895 after an earlier Nebraska marriage, abandoning a wife and children. Marsh later died by suicide at her father's home. Jenkins had pled guilty to seduction in Henry County.
Kansas City newspaper reports the Typothetae strike stance as Berkowitz & Co. continue work with new staff. Unions target specific offices, avoiding broad conflict while ensuring non union workers are not employed. Authorities note no widespread disruption in union desks at noon.
Washington reports General Lee has submitted a written appeal to the President urging recognition of Cuba and may not return to Havana. He contends Spanish generals cannot conquer the Cubans with their current tactics.
United States Senators Allen of Nebraska and West of Missouri examine conflict within the Osage nation. Dispute stems from Indian Agent Major Freeman suppressing the Wah-Shah-She News after it criticized payroll padding.
In Atlanta on November 26 the Democratic Congressional convention nominated Charles T. Crisp son of the late ex speaker for the unexpired term. He is expected to win without opposition. Also reported Cass county firm Loebs Bros. & Co. closed under a $7,018.19 chattel mortgage with liabilities and assets not stated.
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