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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1901
Page
7
A wild November afternoon opens Banley village as Hollow Ash Hall looms, famed for ghosts and a silent manor. The nonresident lord and a sickly curate family anchor village life while rumors swirl that a London gentleman will rent the ancient hall.
A London banker and his family rent Hollow Ash Hall despite local ghost tales. The Vernon Arms host and the agent discuss the deal as the landlord hints at a hidden history and a possible eerie price. The pair debate what the London party will think of the rumored haunt before a continuation.
Narrative recalls missing wax figures from Westminster Abbey including Nelson and other royals once more numerous, with a new Nelson on display after outcry. It notes a London Sloane Museum thefts where Sir John Sloane left funds for 1887 and 1912 cupboard openings. the first cupboard was emptied and robbed, prompting questions about the second.
The passage describes improvements to butchering with no waste. Horns and hoofs become tortoise shell combs buttons and ornaments. Bones yield neatsfoot oil and gelatine from cartilaginous substances.
Sir Fleetwood Edwards sent a post office order for three pounds to Lyme Regis mayor to be given to naval pensioner Mr. J Warren. Warren has five sons serving in the royal navy and is praised as a record of the king's appreciation. Warren was himself the son of a naval pensioner.
The Indianapolis Journal argues that overconfidence risks eroding tariff support as prosperity grows. It notes Democratic critics, warns protectionists to stay vigilant against free traders, and cites editorials and figures to defend a protective system amid international doubt.
The article argues the election results affirm protection as national policy under McKinley. It cites prosperity under protection, contrasts with British free trade views, notes the warfinancing success for the United States while England faces tax increases and finance strain, and predicts continued tariff support without new duties for revenue.
The Port Townsend Leader argues that a moderate protective tariff under the Dingley law has driven American manufacturing growth. It notes exports rose sharply by 1900, per capita figures, and claims free trade arguments are weakened. The piece defends tariffs on tin plate and ship subsidies against Democratic attacks.
The Wichita Eagle notes Germany will likely impose a protective tariff after long agitation by the Agrarians. The move aims to shield agriculture but may raise meat and bread prices, affecting the general public while aligning Germany with US protectionist policy in theory.
The passage contrasts 1894 wage savings falling by 37 million dollars with four McKinley years showing a 500 million rise. It mocks Bryan Altgeld Tillman Croker and supporters, laments the full dinner pail rhetoric, and portrays GOP voters as failing to grasp the danger, ending with George Fred’s continued tears.
Cotton bales now fetch about 60 dollars each, up from 20 dollars. Cotton seed, previously waste, yields around 10 dollars per bale, improving overall returns for growers.
Havana reports Cuba's constitutional convention adopts five resolutions. It pledges no treaty that endangers independence or lets a power establish a foothold, bans using Cuban territory as a war base, accepts the Paris treaty with stipulated protections, recognizes military government actions, and calls for a reciprocal US Cuba trade treaty promoting free trade and mutual advantages.
E A Cudahy the Omaha packer says he will not capitulate to an anonymous ransom letter claiming to return all but 5000 dollars of the kidnapped boy’s money. Mailed from Waukegan Illinois, the note reached Chicago and Omaha by telegraph. Cudahy vows no relief to kidnappers and dismisses the hoax, noting no ads will be run. He plans to travel to Omaha by the Burlington at 5 50 p m.
The Senate Foreign Relations Committee decided not to pursue action on the reciprocity treaties in the current session. With little time left, senators argued it would be impossible to secure passage and debate would be wasteful. Perkins opposes the Jamaica treaty amid broader principled resistance.
The wars and means committee in Washington voted to report adversely on Mr. Sulzer of New York’s resolution calling on the secretary of the treasury to disclose correspondence with firms and corporations regarding the recent imposition of duty on Russian sugar. The party line vote saw Democratic members support the resolution.
Mrs. Josephine Unbernahrer died in St. Josephs hospital after a heavy blow to the head last Friday night on Capitol Hill. Mrs. Mary Short died Saturday. The third victim, Miss Emma Johnson, may recover from injuries.
Coroner's jury in San Francisco returns verdict on the Rio de Janeiro disaster, charging Captain Ward and Pilot Jordan with criminal negligence. Pacific Mail censured for Chinese crew aboard the steamer. Second Officer Graham Coughlan commended for saving lives during the wreck.
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