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Newspaper
The Two Republics
Location
Mexico City, Mexico, Mexico
Date
Dec 27, 1895
Page
1
A brief telegraph update from The Two Republics provides concise notes on current happenings. It highlights key actions, places, and persons mentioned in the latest wire, offering a snapshot of timely developments.
Stock markets were unquoted at Loxpon due to a holiday. In New York trading the session was irregular with an early advance followed by a partial retreat. Sterling exchange fell as the day closed.
Fitzsimmons and manager Julian split after a misunderstanding at an Opera House exhibition in El Paso. Fitzsimmons to train immediately for the February 14 bout with Peter Maher. he received an ovation on arrival yesterday.
Christmas message from William Right Hon, sent December 26, addressing public concerns and extending holiday wishes. Details on policy notes and tone suggest a formal address from a government figure.
Ewart Gladstone sent a message to Rev Joseph Parker praising unity among Christians. The turret ship Rupert, which sailed from Plymouth on December twenty first to Gibraltar, returned after a gale with ruptured watertight panels, fires, and extensive pumping for 45 hours. the ship managed only eight knots. Reports of disasters come from various coasts. The Madrid Nacional advocates an entente with the United States over Venezuelan rights as Spain once claimed similar grounds against England.
A severe snow storm paralyzed Berlin streets on December 26, with slippery conditions causing widespread traffic disruption. Fallen men and horses crowded Fried richstrasse while streetcars halted. several people injured. The storm was forecast by meteorologist Professor Rudolph Faith. Concurrently, rumors in Vienna say U S ambassadors critical of Cleveland's Venezuela policy may resign. no arbitration proposals to Emperor Francis Joseph have been made.
Reports from Beyroul describe a sharp clash between Turkish troops and Druses near Zudich on December 21 with Druses suffering about 12,000 fatalities and Turkish losses around 70 killed and 50 wounded. Word also notes U S Minister Vervell’s return from Smyrna to protect American residents and confirmZeitoun captured by Turkish forces amid ongoing unrest.
A Massowah dispatch reports 10,000 Italian troops will be field by January 4 with reinforcements en route from Galveston. The siege at Makalle Someras is easing as Mangasera’s forces move near Acuna and General Baratieri remains at Adignat. In Rome, the Pope plans an Armenia encyclical and Vatican Austria ties are said to be harmonized with Nuncio Agnardi to be recalled and the Austrian ambassador returning to Rome by month’s end.
Reports from Key West on December 26 say Martinez Campos heads ten thousand troops from Ilavang toward Matanzas to meet Gomez and Maceo as insurgents march on Nayana province. A major battle is expected within fifteen hours. communications with Cardenas are cut, rails beyond that point blown. Gomez seized Roque between Colon and Matanzas on the 23rd and raised the Cuban flag. funds and plantations damaged as 12 estates destroyed in two days. War news paints a bleak Christmas for Spain with many families financially harmed by Cuba service costs.
For the week ending December twenty sixth 97 cholera cases and 36 deaths were recorded. For the week ending December seventh 14 cases and 40 deaths were reported in the Volhynia province, amid Russia and Vin Galveston references.
Paris despatch quotes General Guzman Blanco of Venezuela now in Paris. He argues Venezuela's integrity is vital to America and that England domination of the Orinoco would threaten the Amazon and Jia Vata regions. He warns that a British blockade could push American ports to close to Britain and foresees Russia aiding the United States in a war with England.
In Alginas the British steamer Boligraphon collided with and sank the French ship Manile Ieloise at the harbor entrance. Thirty passengers aboard the Heloise perished, including 25 natives.
Tokyo dispatches report not all peace is restored in Formosa though governor proclaims good order. Japanese commerce stays lively with rising securities about 25 percent. A Shanghai mill plans to spin cotton. funds gathered for a 1,000,000 yen muslin charter in Asaka. Rumor says Armstrong may set shipyards, a steel foundry, and a gun factory in Japan. Cruiser Kiwan Ping wrecked near the C pescadores. nearly all deck officers and sixty sailors missing.
Great Western Railway paid 500000 to end a 10 minute stop at Swindon Station once required for all passenger trains. An 1811 agreement with builders bound trains to stop about ten minutes at Swindon in exchange for penny rent for refreshment rooms. Courts in 1846 and 172 ruled express meanings varied, but outcome changed due to competition from other lines.
The Telep hone Himondo Herald, located in Pesth, Elangary, operates as a unique telephone newspaper with 6,000 subscribers. A 168 mile wire links homes to a central mainline, delivering edited news by voice through ten readers in shifts, with twenty eight daily editions and concerts while waiting for new items.
Dr J A Fort eminent surgeon and professor of Anatomy at the University of Paris has arrived in the capital on a scientific voyage. His anatomy treatise is used by Mexico's Faculty of Medicine. He will stay two to three weeks and offers medical services at Hotel del Jardin for all diseases.
In November Ladies' Home Journal Pat li McLeary Burford praises Mrs. Margaret Houston Williams as the superb Christian woman and beloved daughter of General Sam Houston. The piece lauds her quiet, gracious demeanor, Baptist devotion, and her role as a social queen who honors her father's memory and wartime relics associated with San Jacinto.
The text argues that arguing with a crank shows the wheels of life turning. It notes many youths marry before fully understanding, and while there may be room at the top of the ladder, the crowded crowd blocks access to its lower rungs. It suggests women have a notable edge in finding a pocket in hin Keeochoa.
Consul General Crittenden sought a missing youth named JD Stinson, believed in danger from a fraudulent telegram urging his father to wire money. Reporter traced Stinson to the American Club where he works, healthy and reformed after wild conduct. Coyne, a false friend, organized the plot and fled. Neal, Club secretary, supports the youth. the episode ends with a humorous mix up as the consul unknowingly sought the very man he was aiding.
The first of three matches for the world championship purse of 1000 dollars ran one mile with Johnson leading until his skate strap failed on the eighth lap, causing a foul and a walk over as Clinton posted a slow time. Referee W. J. McGavock and judges Luis Godard and Fred Navarro oversaw. The next race is set for Sunday night and the third for the following Thursday.
In Valparaiso editors of Nueva Republica urge that Chile will only defend the weak against Europe when needed to protect American commercial and industrial supremacy. The article comments on Cleveland's message read at the capital and notes an increased service debt.
Special from Mexico City reports a tense dispute in Brazil between Congress, a Rio Grande de Sul deputation, and the President. They demand removing General Galvas from the District command, Moraes backs retention, and the factions threaten opposition and a new movement if cabinet policy on the Felland question is altered before holidays.
In Lima on December 26 the Union Nacional gathered at Plaza de Armas and moved to the United States Legation to deliver a note praising Cleveland's stance. Public opinion is urged to scrutinize his motives, while Voco Italia deems it an election gambit for popularity.
A cautious discussion emerges as young men weigh public messaging and personal style amid community expectations. Authorities, mentors, and peers assess impact, tone, and responsibility in shaping future leadership paths.
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