28 Aug 1902
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Newspaper
The Daily Californian
Location
Bakersfield, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1902
Page
1
The president visited the Weirs camp of the G A R in New Hampshire with Governor Chester B. Jordan and Rep. Frank D. Currier aboard a special train. He praised Civil War veterans for their deeds and for guiding the republic toward peace and the work of free government.
The passage reflects on the Civil War from Sumter to Appomattox and laments urban growth and class divisions. It argues for renewed national brotherhood, stressing that every individual must work for all and all for one to face looming future problems.
Sacramento August 28 The Eighth Congressional convention reassembled but after the thirty sixth ballot no candidate secured 53 votes to nominate. With a deadlock seen as unbreakable the body adjourned to reconvene at Oxnard Ventura county September 11. Final tally shows Nutt 42 Daniels 31 Smith 21 Booth 81.
New York dated August 28 reports Peapack in holiday garb for the Smiths of New Jersey annual reunion. Over two thousand Smiths attended the dinner, with the same officers from the 1876 inaugural meeting still serving today, honoring a long tradition beginning September 6, 1876.
The remains of Charles L. Fair and Mrs. Fair arrived in Havre from Paris and will be sent to Southampton tonight for further transport.
A high quality White India Silk product is described with a sturdy frame and neat handle and is offered for sale at a price of 1.25 dollars. The note emphasizes workmanship and value for buyers seeking durable, elegant silk merchandise.
The Californian's Leased Wire reports the California State Republican ticket as nominated. Renominations include Chief Justice, Secretary of State, Controller, Treasurer and Superintendent of Public Instruction. Governor George C. Pardee of Alameda leads the slate with Alden Anderson of Solano as Lieutenant Governor and a roster of state officials named.
General Nelson A. Miles and Mrs. Miles with aides Colonel Whitney and Colonel Maus plan a Pacific voyage next Wednesday. The trip is described as an army visit and possible inspection tour, likely to cover thirty to sixty days with a visit to army camps. The transport Thomas has been overhauled for the voyage.
In Battle Creek Michigan five Sanitarium employees died when their row boat was struck by the steamer Welcome. Lizzie Brady and Mabel Richard were found. Della Dorsey Fanny Wells and C F Bennett were recovered after hours of dragging. Carrie E York survived after clinging to the overturned boat.
New fall model suits arrive direct from master tailors with several advance styles. The collection features contemporary cuts and quality fabrics aimed at discerning buyers seeking updated professional attire for the season.
Reno dispatch notes the Silver party and Democratic conventions agreeing on office distribution. Democrats receive Governor, Congressman, Attorney General, long term Regent, and Superintendent of Public Instruction while the Silver party takes Lieutenant Governor, Supreme Court Justice, Secretary of State, Treasurer, Comptroller, Surveyor General, State Printer, and Short Term Regent.
Washington report from Senor Concha the Colombian minister says Governor Salavar of Panama confirms General Bert with Colombian forces still holds Agua Dulce and resists rebel siege. He rejects capitulation rumors and notes rebels face untenable conditions in occupied territory.
Collector Strahan of the port of New York has asked the Attorney to investigate a contraband necklace case. The terse dispatch notes a potential import violation and directs further inquiry by federal authorities.
A forfeiture proceeding centers on a $20,000 pearl and diamond neck lace seized from a wealthy female passenger aboard the Kron Pring Wilhelm a week ago Tuesday. The woman is said to reside in Sacramento California.
Laborers in the New York subway unearth a brass town crier bell with ivory handle a sword hilt in silver encrusted with stones and a bronze powder flask The sword hilt bears the initials G W Q at its base, now barely legible
Tacoma dispatch reports that July 2 audience at Beijing for John Barrett and Conger was unusually notable. Empress Dowager invited both to private throne talk, praised US friendship, and promised China would send an Imperial commissioner to the St. Louis World’s Fair, signaling commerce and goodwill.
San Francisco August 28 The Democratic State convention set for September 1 has been postponed to Tuesday September 2 at 1 oclock. The issue of the call for September 1 was made a legal holiday.
Secretary of State Dunbar disallows Mrs. Wagoner’s claim for the $1500 reward for finding convict David Merrell’s body, calling the claim not well founded. The state reward remains $1500 for Merrill’s capture.
In St Joseph Missouri August 28 no new disclosures emerged in the beef trust hearing. Prosecution witness J F Seitter a local butcher testified about occasional rebates from local packers and a warning not to tell others. Attorney General Crow aims to prove a pre May fifth combine while the inquiry adjourns. Also in London August 28 the South Wales Miners Federation council voted to forward 5000 dollars to aid striking U S miners.
In Tamaqua and surrounding towns August 28, striking miners clash with troops. Five prisoners held in guard house, Captain Gearhardt wounded by a stone. A mob greased rails near Summit Hill. soldiers capture several men including Joseph McCann, Jimmy Marteen, John King, Vinothy Fine, and John Kelly. Activities at Lansford and Manila Park kept under guard as tensions rise. Coal operators report limited resumption of work with about 100 men employed per mine.
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