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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1897
Page
6
Secretary Olney offered Spain assistance for the United States to quell the Cuban rebellion as Senate debates reveal state department secrets. The discussion surfaced during a Senate session, highlighting U S policy and international diplomacy surrounding Cuba.
Documents public reveal Richard Olney then secretary of state offered U S aid to Spain to crush the Cuban rebellion, with Consul General Lee reporting insurgents stronger. Senator Foraker read an Olney letter and De Lome reply, showing U S contemplation of intervention though not aiming to seize Cuba. The Senate debate centered on leaked Cuba reports and potential public opinion impact. Governor Black signs death penalty bill for train wreckers.
From Yokohama May 21 reports describe a large fire in Hockfort Japan that wiped out nearly 4,900 houses. Between forty and fifty lives were lost as frail wooden homes burned quickly leaving residents with little chance to escape.
In Washington on May 21, the Senate clashed over Cuba as Foraker Cannon Lindsay and Hoar debated the resolution on recognizing Cuban belligerency. They discussed risks to U S consuls reporting on Cuba and the potential need for warships and severed diplomatic ties if reports endanger officials. No action on the measure was taken as Morgan pushed for a vote to refer the resolution to avoid delaying the tariff bill.
Ex Senator Ingalls of Kansas denounces the sugar schedule of the Senate tariff bill as the boldest theft of the century, saying it would ruin beet sugar and burden citizens. He criticizes the Sugar Trust and mocks the lenient treatment of a broker charged with corrupting legislation, contrasting jail life with ostentatious prison accommodations.
Judge AB Montgomery of Kentucky, a member of the Dawes Indian commission, resigns at request. Thomas Needles of Illinois, a candidate for commissioner of Indian affairs, is under consideration, but prior charges against his former term as U S marshal in Oklahoma delay action.
President and Mrs McKinley hosted a reception at the White House for delegates to the International Postal Union. The mansion and conservatory were festively decorated and opened for the event last night.
In Montgomery county free silver Republican Dan McTaggart is appointed to direct the state reformatory, replacing the late LS Wallach. Governor Leedy announced the appointment today, noting McTaggart’s qualifications and the political context of the reform movement.
A Lincoln dispatch notes a wave of new legislation, including a strict pure food bill that could classify limburger cheese as unsalable if taken literally. The same measures overhaul waterfowl hunting, banning boats and blinds, altering season dates, and banning wading to shoot birds, prompting widespread inquiries at the secretary of state.
Judge William R. Kelly described the foreclosure case as advancing satisfactorily after a lengthy hearing in St Paul and New York. A 1200 page record will be printed detailing government railroad relations, bond issuance, and the Overland Route, with sale timing still uncertain. The public sale date remains undetermined. Also, M E Schultz of Heathes is welcomed as grand master workman of the Nebraska jurisdiction after returning from Omaha with a large Beatrice turnout.
A Fremont dispatch notes a busy farming week with small grain emerging and varying acreage. Corn planting advances on bluffs and bottoms, rain delays last month. Few sugar beets planned this season as many growers switch to chicory. The Nebraska airship was brought to earth near Stromsburg.
F M Woods reports from western and central Nebraska showing strong cash and goods sales for Rock Island plow and Aultman Taylor companies. He cites land sales tightening, high crop yields, and hopeful farmers despite debt, praising Nebraska as a thriving, rapidly improving state with a robust agricultural base and superior climate for stock and feed.
The state board of equalization meets daily to decide railroad taxation with most work aimed at setting higher assessments. Anchor Cornell notes some railroads may rise while none drop. Overall valuation has fallen about 4000 last year, with a suggested 1500 increase this year. Not all members favor hikes.
Workmen at Ithica uncovered a large stash of boot and shoe merchandise hidden under the Methodist church undergoing repairs. The haul, valued at several hundred dollars, includes three drawers, three leather coats, twenty shirts, and fifty pairs of boots and shoes, all in fair condition. Suspects have prior penitentiary time and some remain incarcerated.
The Senate approved a joint resolution recognizing a state of war between Spain and the Cuban government, demanding strict U S neutrality. The 41 to 14 final vote drew applause and caused debate over foreign policy and potential war with Spain.
May 22 in Cuba matters split the House with a 50 000 relief appropriation passing without dissent. Democrats pressed for consideration of the Morpun resolution recognizing insurgent belligerency. Republicans argued not to hinder negotiations backed by President McKinley to secure Cuba’s independence. Speaker Hitt referenced confidential talks with McKinley on the issue.
Senator Joseph N. Ertle died at his Greenville residence at 5 30 P M after several weeks of Brights disease illness His death prompts Governor Ellerbee to appoint a successor to serve until the General Assembly convenes next winter when it will elect a senator for the unexpired term Mentioned as potential appointees are Congressman McLantin and Attorney General Barber.
An authority on physiognomy claims the ear uniquely reveals relation and identity even when other features fail. It notes that health refinement and temperament show in ear size color and shape, and remarks on the amiability of those with lobes that lie straight and do not turn upward.
A reader is assured that Hoster ters Stomach Hitters offers reliable relief from bilious suffering. It claims to ease right side pains, shoulder blade discomfort, headaches, nausea, constipation, and jaundice by restoring tone to the stomach and secretions, presenting a prompt deliverance over time.
The Epoch reports Noocash declares he will not spare expense. He demands a palace sized residence with two staircases, one up and one down, with a frescoed coal cellar. He intends to demonstrate lavish spending to the public.
Bold advertisement urges quitting tobacco with No-To-Bac the wonder worker promising renewed vigor and strength. Distributed by Sterling Remedy Co. with booklets and samples free from Chicago or New York druggists.
A brief quip about bronchitis exchanges between two locals in Texas Siftings with a mention of not asking the doctor that morning.
An advertisement promoting Flag Brand Chicory from the American Chicory Company of Omaha Nebraska. It claims a 25 percent coffee savings while improving taste and healthiness. Encourages asking grocers, writing the factory for samples, and notes a humorous line about dating 100 years hence.
Travel ad outlines a cheap Chicago to Nashville Big Four Route via Louisville and Mammoth Cave. Full details offered by J C Tucker G N A or H W Sparks T P A Big Four Route 234 Clark St Chicago. Includes a health ad for Cascarets Candy and a platitude about doing good to enemies.
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