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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1896
Page
7
A long-time political figure and rival of Lincoln for the Senate who later supported the presidency has died. The leader in public life endured shifting political views, leaving a lasting imprint on national affairs and legal practice.
The long illness of former U S Senator Lyman Trumbull ended at his Cuicano home at 3 o clock this morning. Born in Colchester Conn Oct 18 1818 he pursued law and public service across Illinois and the nation. A pioneer in opposition to slavery Trumbull helped found the Republican party and served in the U S Senate, later aligning with Democrats and populists as his views shifted.
The speaker appeared in public and at a mass meeting in Central hall where he spoke at length on discontent among the industrial classes and the encroachments of the federal courts on constitutional rights. He emphasized deliverance from oppression of privileged monopolies could only come through the ballot. The press called the speech Populistic in trend.
Denver area supporters announce Senator Henry M Teller will be formally backed at the Chicago convention. They forecast a strong initial ballot showing for Teller and hope for a stampede in his favor. A Southern orator will present the nomination, with United States Senator Blackburn possibly backing Teller. Colorado delegates plan a subdued role, but 300 to 500 Coloradans and supporters will attend to push free silver.
Consul Meeker reports Bradford England sees a drop in cloth exports to the United States from 247 779 in February to 705 602 in May. Worsted coatings and dress goods lead the decline while cotton goods fall about twenty eight percent. Machinery exports rise fifty two percent. Mills cut hours, loom idle, and workers laid off. Royal interest aims to boost demand with samples for the Princess of Wales and a queen’s order to cottage loom workers.
Secretary Olney received a British request through Sir Julian Paunceforte to use good offices with Venezuela for the release of Crown Surveyor Harrison, imprisoned while building a road linking the Barima and Cuyuni rivers in disputed Guiana. Britain seeks friendly intervention. the U S may contact Caracas.
Agnes Yackie an 18 year old girl died after taking carbolic acid following a quarrel with her sweetheart. Her parents restrained her in bed. her screams were heard around the neighborhood before her death in Moriduane on the 27th.
Washington June 26 report that silver men in the Democratic party have engaged detectives to monitor ex Secretary Whitney and other gold leaders at Chicago to prevent possible buying of silver delegates.
Radical silver advocates from Colorado Utah and neighboring states align with Mr Gallagher and Teller to reinforce the Cannon Carter faction in the Senate. The emerging combination is expected to bolster opposition to tariffs through cross state support and strategic voting blocs.
United States Senator Gallinger warned that Republicans face a fragile Senate with forty-four nominal members and several defectors. He outlined gains in Maryland and Ohio but warned of losses in North Carolina Utah and Colorado, plus possible defeats in North Dakota and California. The speaker cited the need for seven more votes to pass the revenue bill and a protective tariff without a free silver rider.
In Canton Ohio five thousand women greeted Governor McKinley and his party in a public reception by the women of Canton. The event was non partisan and featured electric lighting, music, and a large, well-dressed female attendance at the Jacob Miller home with its expansive rooms and lawns.
Ex-Congressman Joseph C. Sibley of Pennsylvania wires a reply to the Daily Record of Victor Colorado stating he is a candidate for the official Teller post. He urges reform forces to unite to secure a grand November victory, warning that divisions mean defeat. He emphasizes unity of rank and file across parties to support Teller.
Dun's Trade Review reports an unclear monetary outlook with signals from free coinage advocates and uncertainty about policy. It notes a drop in wheat and cotton futures despite good crop prospects, citing improved conditions after rains and expectations that staple prices may rise only slowly.
Fort Scott Kansas June summary: Officer Miller arrested on a fourth degree manslaughter charge after an accidental killing during a pursuit of three thieves Sunday evening. Miller posted $500 bond for appearance at trial. Details unclear due to damaged text.
In Venac Missouri on June 29 L Preston charged with selling an immoral paper and with criminal block was today granted a change of venue to Andrew County.
Senator John YT Morgan of Alabama replies to Mr Whitney's open letter, praising its respectability while arguing that an international treaty on silver is unlikely. He challenges Whitney to propose a plan the Democracy should accept and urges relying on America's own government to monetize silver, not relying on Britain or European powers.
Senator Lee Mantle of Montana publicly backs Teller for the presidential nomination and favors bolting restraint. He argues Montana delegates reflect constituents, endorses concentrated silver movement, and says the Democratic chance hinges on bimetallic issues. Arizona bonds sell poorly. London financiers back out. a new sale is arranged. Charles I Stacey receives a Medal of Honor for Gettysburg gallantry. Three men hanged for police murder in Trinidad. the hanging proceeds without incident. Washington and Morrill updates from Kan. Republicans nominate delegates with no instructions.
A college building long deserted by the United Brethren will be reopened in fall by German Methodists who plan to establish a Western school there. The project promises a full faculty and new academic program aimed at serving regional students.
Glasgow June 29 The Pan Presbyterian council resolved to petition the British and United States governments to establish a permanent board of arbitration to settle international disputes between the two countries.
A local tale from Goshen describes the popular oath By-ginger-spruce used to express joy sorrow and irony. The eagerness to utter the phrase arose after a Snyder poisoning discussion at a store and echoed through cases such as Case Salomne and Aleck Mcleod, with a stereopticon show prompting the same exclamation from all in attendance.
The Free theater in St. Petersburg established a regular company after initial minor efforts last year. It presented Henry IV and Hannele, then Russian works and major foreign plays by Ibsen Sudermann Maeterlinck Hugo and others. Seventy two performances drew average receipts of 802 rubles, a notable success amid financial and artistic hurdles, signaling a new private theater prioritizing literature and drama.
The New Haven News notes Massachusetts has five living ex governors after the death of ex Gov Robinson of Chicopee. Connecticut counties boast seven ex governors Hawley Ingersoll Andrews Harrison Waller Lansbury and Bulkeley, deemed to match Massachusetts in ability and character.
A playful verse critiques a man who ignores red wine and seeks green creme de menthe, echoing an old Irish saying about preferring the greener option. The Philadelphia North American attribution hints at a humorous cultural note from the era.
In the Philadelphia North American, commentary notes that Cunliffe-Did Roarer never realized higher political ambitions, describing him as a favorite son without advancement to greater office.
A Yonkers Statesman exchange centers on restricted fishing on private land. One speaker argues the line must be drawn, while the other questions the boundary, highlighting local tensions over access and property rights.
An English professional cricketer’s yearly income averages 750 dollars, notably lower than the wages of skilled workmen. The report highlights the disparity between sports salaries and customary industrial wages, indicating modest earnings for athletes compared with trades.
A Wave reporter visits Odell to verify claims of miraculous recovery by Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. Mrs. I. O. Brace recalls severe rheumatism nearly paralyzing her until three boxes yielded steady improvement and eventual cure. She credits the pills and plans to speak publicly, with a notarized affidavit dated March 28, 1896. The patent medicine is sold by Dr Williams Med Co Schenectady NY at 50 cents a box or six for 2.50.
Godeys Magazine for July begins the 133d volume highlighting two timely articles. A Persia travel writer describes the country with pictures amid the Eastern Question context and Shah’s assassination. Also featured is training and life in the New York Fire Department tied to the London International Firemen's Tournament starting July 19.
Harper’s on July features Woodrow Wilson’s realisitc portrait of General Washington and scenes by Pyle, plus Thwing’s illustrated Ohio development in commemoration of Cleveland’s centennial. Century carries General Fitzhugh Lee’s account on The Failure of the Hampton Conference with unpublished letters from Jefferson Davis and Robert M. T. Hunter.
A French court rules aiding strikes is lawful. Ohio Labor Day proposal shifts to the last Saturday in August. Boilermakers and iron ship builders may join the American Federation of Labor after the next convention. Fifteen hundred workers at a McKeesport lube works join the Iron and Steel Workers' Amalgamated Association.
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