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Newspaper
The Pioche Weekly Record
Location
Pioche, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1906
Page
2
Various reports recall lynching threats in Texas, church and political stances in Europe, and violent incidents across the United States. Geronimo’s marriage, mine disasters in California, and fatal fires in Pennsylvania are noted alongside strikes, political bills, and a Madrid to Algeciras Moroccan crisis backdrop impacting international affairs.
In Cape Haytien near Guayablo a sanguinary battle between Santo Domingo government forces and insurgents left several generals dead or wounded. The Independencia, recently shifted to the rebels, plans to return to Santo Domingo to surrender if safety guarantees are provided for officers and crew. The Monte Cristi governor may also surrender under similar assurances.
Atlantic City reports that the Clyde steamer Cherokee bound from San Domingo to New York ran aground on Brigantine shoals Friday. After twenty four hours of anxiety the passengers and crew were rescued Sunday afternoon and landed at the inlet. Captain Archibald two mates and the ship's carpenter remained aboard. Captain Mark Casto and the sloop Alberta rescued the crew. over a thousand people welcomed the storm tossed party as the yacht entered the inlet.
In Washington J Blanchard of the geological survey reported that seventy seven miles of main canals have been built in three years under the reclamation service. Outlays reach 90 million dollars in a century. 44 miles of canals and 186 miles of ditches, plus roads and utilities, mark ongoing projects. San Francisco reports wreck of the W H Kroger off Mendocino coast with Sea Foam救救 rescuers.
A New Year’s Eve ceremony in St. Petersburg ended in tragedy when aristocrat Count Bherometet challenged Davidoff for not honoring the anthem. Five shots rang out. Davidoff fell dead before his sword came free, stunned guests witnessing the fatal clash.
Mrs Bessie Hollister 90 wife of Franklin C Hobster a Chicago printer is murdered by Richard Ivens 24 who assaulted her His body lay on stable refuse at the rear of Ivens residence with copper wire around the neck Ivens confessed after being taken into custody.
Washington reports that U S France trade for fiscal year 1905 reached about 166 million dollars. Imports from France were 76 million, with France supplying provisions and breadstuffs from colonies and exporting high grade manufactures and wine. United States exports to France included nearly all copper and cotton used, totaling about 48 million dollars.
A Washington report by P V De Graw shows Rural Free Delivery petitions 61 900 with 13 126 acted adversely and 84 677 routes in operation as of January 1 1906. In Washington Pa a bid for Annie Webster ends in murder when rival Zegaro shoots Webster at the Baltimore and Ohio crossing box. Census bulletin notes Idaho manufacturing 362 establishments 1905 capital 9 480 088 with salaries 367 011 wages 2 021 and product value 877 314. flour and grist mills 1 684 473 and forest and timber products 2
A rear end collision on the Rio Grande one mile east of Thistle Junction injures two crewmen and halts traffic for over nine hours after eight cars and a locomotive are demolished. Engineers D. C. Gibson and James Wonnacott, both from Salt Lake, are named among the injured. London politics see Liberals gain eighteen seats and Conservatives lose in thirty nine constituencies with Manchester results noted.
Fort Worth Texans report that Hart and two co defendants, Rich arddom and Mason, under death sentences in Chihuahua Mexico for the Amotiéne policy matter, will not be executed by firing squad but will be sent instead on a different fate under court decree as advised by Friends of.
The Mexican government orders mining agents to forbid foreigners from prospecting in Sonora and Lower California after reports of Indian outrages and alleged sensational tales reaching the United States. The move aims to curb foreign prospectors following circulating stories about safety and protection.
France remains greatly excited as delegates from Italy Germany and others fail to settle Morocco's future. The session at the plenary conference ends with no change in status quo and speculation prevails over the outcome.
Former Santo Domingo president Morales tendered and accepted resignation and will depart for Porto Rico aboard the gunboat Doutingue with Hufigne Jimines. Vice President Caceres is now acting president under the constitutional line of succession. negotiations with the United States regarding a treaty continue.
Washington reports that all formal relations between Venezuela and France are broken off as officials anticipate an early expulsion of M. Taigny from Caracas and M. Maubourguet from Paris. No final French action has been announced, with lines of telegrams to follow. Mrs Chadwick is imprisoned in Columbus after a ten year sentence for conspiracy to wreck the Citizens National Bank.
Aurelio Herrera of Bakersfield knocks out Young Corbett in the fifth round at the Pacific Athletic Club pavilion. Corbett’s exhibition is disappointing, lacking the vigor and power that had marked his battles.
A fragmented report notes a Hawaii lobbyist group planning a January appearance to discuss legal measures with Prevident support. It mentions Governor Carter's possible departure from the delegation and the absence of an acting territorial secretary during the event.
A sprawling 19th century tale describes the Panalini family in a southern Italian village where two bars vanish and reappear elsewhere. Spirits haunt the home, objects move, and boys enter trances speaking Latin Greek and Dante verses. Doctors and a Jesuit fail to explain a mysterious mechanism behind these events.
In a 1849 study from The Living Authors of England, Wordsworth recalls a rare jest at Rydal Mount when asked if he had seen his wife pass by. He quips he had not known the man’s wife existed, prompting a roar from the gathering. Tar colors worth about 5 million dollars yearly travel from Germany to the United States.
A Duluth man writes that headaches dyspepsia and nervousness were caused by coffee. After switching to Postum his symptoms improved rapidly, strength and sleep returned, and he could work harder with less fatigue. He credits Postum alone for the change and cites The Road to Wellville.
Rt. Petersburg reports the 1906 budget shows a need to raise 240,500,000 dollars via credit to balance estimates. The total war cost is disclosed at 1,960,000,000 dollars with 202,500,000 slated for war expenses liquidation, repatriation of Far East troops, and army demobilization.
Cape Haytien reports from Monte Christi that the Dominican gunboat Independencia allied with fugitive President General Morales can no longer participate in hostilities due to lacking coal. Morales was recently wounded in a clash with General Caceres’ forces, and a Morales army doctor was captured. Caceres’ detachment pursues Morales, with a likely capture anticipated.
Washington reports Secretary Wilson warned that without a $135 000 emergency appropriation for additional inspectors and bacteriologists, over 50 million dollars of German orders for American pork and beef may go unfilled as German tariffs take effect March 1. He noted German dealers have flooded U.S. packing houses with requests amid Germany’s meat shortage.
Reports from the Yangtze valley and south indicate strong anti foreign sentiment as China remains in political ferment. Movement targets both the government and foreigners with Young China pushing reforms while Conservatives resist. Foreign ministers keep to withdrawal plans from Chili province, believing the government can protect foreigners.
Architect Be. H. Sitven, occupant of the Knepsley building, is jailed on a murder charge after a fire last Tuesday killed two and injured several. Chief Keith’s affidavit accuses Sitven of murder in Bernard F. Phillipson’s found body in a closet, claimed to have started the blaze.
Washington reports Senator Heyburn of Idaho condemned Wall Street interference with national finances. In remarks before an executive session, he urged legislation to create a national board to control actions that could steer government policy toward disaster.
An old column blends medical testimonial for Donna’s Kidney Pills with historical nicknames of Grant. It references Mrs Wright of Haverhill Street seeking relief from back pain and monthly distress, claiming the product cured her after four years. It then shifts to Grant nicknames like Unconditional Surrender and Old Three Stars, noting public perception and Garfielts death.
A testimonial from John M. Lloyd of Alliance Ohio recounts four years of pain after a foot injury in 1699 and unsuccessful medical attempts. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment for seven months his limb healed, and he returned to work. He notes doctors’ bills were high and praises Cuticura as the best on earth.
Examine carefully every battle of Castoria a safe remedy for infants and children a note that it bears the signature of Quida to use for over 10 years The Kind You Have Always Bought Spanish Drug Store Regulation Sunday sale rules for drugs perfumery and candy hours of business for proprietors and clerks
A jumble of short notes mentions Patience and pacification of a husband at breakfast, Pino’s Cure for Consumption praised, and a remark on educating Chinese girls. It also alludes to breakfast energy foods, American leather use, and leather goods, with scattered dated hints from 1000-era text.
Since the death of her husband Sir Francis Jeune, famed divorce judge, Lady St. Heller has retired from society life. She now dedicates herself to charitable and philanthropic works as a leading figure in social causes.
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