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Newspaper
Silver State
Location
Winnemucca, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1899
Page
4
Reported disturbance near Pana includes weapon use and tense standoffs with authorities. An island tale references serious condition and return. Chicago is linked to the scene amid broader tensions and public fear of plague germs.
Reports from Washington describe General Leonard Wood visiting to consult with the War Department on Cuba and Santiago, with plans to depart soon. The piece notes yellow fever conditions, Wood’s preference to stay in the army, and calls for better schools and sanitation in Cuba.
Elko baseball nine will reach Winnemucca on No. 4 the day before the Fourth to rest for the big game. Grounds are being prepared to first class order by Sunday night. Visitors from surrounding towns promise a lively celebration with the Wadsworth Dramatic Club and a cake-walk event. Citizens invite neighboring towns to join next Tuesday’s festivity.
A government train reached Winnemucca at 1 46 P M with two care of government equipment three of regulars and a car of recruits. Company A Twenty fourth Infantry under Captain Leavell arrived from Fort Douglas after guarding prisoners in Wardner Idaho. Leavell blamed Twenty fifth colored troops for last nights disturbance at Carlin and supported General Shafter taking proper charges.
A string of personal mentions lists E R Schiff of San Francisco at the Lafayette, J Skinner of Golconda as visiting, and Frank Button with his wife arriving from Golconda. Wm Owsley of Golconda and J D Lowry of Golconda also appear, plus J Morse of Boston in mining interest. Captain Archibald A Cabinass of the Twenty Fourth Infantry and Col Eugene Howell linked, James Byroes of Paradise attends Armory events and sees daughter Alice graduate.
A June 10 signing records Premier Silvela and Count Von Radowits approving a February agreement among Carntineg Pelew and Marisone in Germany. The pact grants Germany the most favored treaty status and ties to Daly Tot.
War orders allowed armed troops but the blue book forbids officers from permitting looting or violation of state law. The train left yet the affair remains unresolved. District Attorney Van Duzer notified Major General Shafter, charges of negligence are expected against the officers in charge. A revolver theft and guards at car doors are noted in reports from Cartin to Wadsworth.
In Lowell on June 20, Willama Kelly killed his wife as she walked home from an all night restaurant. He confronted her asking her to return to his home, she refused, and he fired three shots, killing her.
The Chicago Packing & Provision Company shut down its plants and will not operate until the wage dispute ends. Most other packers are buying hogs for packing, and a general walkout scheduled for tomorrow is postponed as strikers seek better organization and consider action. Many workers oppose extending the strike at present.
Arthur F. Carey completed a 28 year odyssey on a single wheel, starting in Lynn on June 1 1881. He rode 12 500 miles and sailed 18 000 miles visiting San Francisco Japan China Italy Egypt England Ireland Scotland Melbourne and Boston before returning to Lynn. He left Lynn June 1 1881 and arrived June 30 188? with the trip taken for pleasure and instruction.
The Becker murder case in Chicago faced a defense motion to discharge Becker claiming double jeopardy and identity confusion between Mrs Elizabeth Becker and Mrs Theresa Becker. Judge Stein overruled the motion and the hearing proceeded as jurors were excused after the initial session. The report also notes planned freight changes by the Santa Fe Railway from Los Angeles to Chicago and a mention of a forthcoming event in Buffalo.
Doctors nationwide praise Hos tetter's Stomach Bitters as a half century remedy. It is claimed to cure and prevent stomach ailments, ease constipation, and restore a healthy body balance.
A special Mine by that route only a train of eleven cars bringing delegates and visitors to the National Educational Convention arrived over the Santa Fe road from the East today. Two of the coaches were hooked on at Phoenix, Arizona. The hotel bureau of the entertainment committee announces today that it has listed ample accommodations for 25,000 visitors. The various bureaus are systematized and are working in splendid order.
Springfield July report: William Hennings known as Bill Kid alleges Kennedy’s innocence in a Macomb train robbery. Hennings claims Kennedy was not present near Macomber on January 31 and says Sheppard could corroborate if he speaks.
New York June 30 The new cup defender Columbia dropped anchor south of the Rochet Club to prepare for races to test fitness for the Shamrock challenge. Crowds line the shore, admiring the vessel as Dick and the Prince observe.
General Delaware Kemper, once consul to Amoy, China, and a Confederate Army veteran, died at his Alexandria, Virginia home. He led the Confederates and helped found the Confederate Veterans' Association, reflecting a long public service span.
A short piece extols railway travel, praising Union Pacific as the People’s Favorite. It highlights equipment, track condition, train speed, and traveler satisfaction, inviting readers to visit H. M. Clay, General Agent in Salt Lake City, by May 2019.
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