Turbulent House Debates Naval Appropriation Speech Fight
Washington dispatch outlines chaotic fifty first Congress scenes as minority members clash with Speaker Reed over rulings during Naval Appropriation Bill consideration. Hartman and Boutelle lead sharp exchanges amid five minute rule, appeals, and procedural wrangles.
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Democratic Appleance
Rm. McMillin
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Tisces
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Golbe
Commodore Schley to Lead Flying Squadron Monday
In Washington March 38 Commodore Schley prepared to assume command of the flying squadron after a conference with Assistant Secretary Roosevelt. He was said to be detached from current duties and assigned to the light house department before taking command.
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Subaarun
Hampton Heads
Reon
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Roonevelt
Sedley
Naval squadron disperses amid orders from Commodore Schley
Report describes U S naval move toward the Atlantic station with Brooklin and Tex arriving, Massachusetts expected, Columbia and Minneapolis on the way, and Cincinnati and Wilmington to join. Detachment of Captain Chester from the South Atlantic squadron shifts Cincinnati to North Atlantic duties, while Madrid consults on the wreck of the Marie. Wainwright remains with salvage work as courts and salvors delay debris removal and dynamite use. Consul Brice notes arrival plans for Mr Signor’s successor in Cuba.
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Brooklin
Feeship
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Columbia
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League Island Navy Yat
Hampton Roads
Cincinnati
Wilmington
Bancroft
Chester
South Atlantic
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Sehley
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Capt. Sampson
Madrid
Boward
Stipsbee
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Wainwright
Key West
See Wien
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Manlel Wainwright
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Matanzas
Sighor
Cuba
Navy announces leadership changes and retirement plan
Washington reports the Navy Department announces Sec retary Lobe named Captain Sampson to command the North Atlantic squadron. Admiral Sicard is detached and granted six months leave, effectively ending active service six days after the leave expires, with retirement on September 29 next.
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Aaron
Navy Department
Lobe
Sampson
North Atlantic
Admiral Sicard
Shard
Maine crisis over dynamite plan stirs international dispute
Report says proposals to dynamite the Maine were rejected by both Mexican and U S authorities. Contractors sought permission to detonate in controlled charges while wreckage remained, but officials refused. Canal General and Captain Bienbaetn discuss contract part and authority denial.
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Naval militia called to man monitors in New England
Washington reports the Navy Department mobilizes naval militia from New England states and New York to man the single turreted monitors. Massachusetts offers ready officers and men for service. New York also confirms readiness to supply personnel. Commander Strong takes command of the monitor Nahant as the first order in this action.
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Navy Department
New England States
New York
Naval Militia
Massachusetts
New England
Moon
Strong
Nahant
Final Test Of Submarine War Engine Holland
The submarine boat Holland will be moved to Washington for a test before officials. The test will cover sea and gun service with the boat traveling to Washington through the canal. The gun test and likely final submarine maneuvers are planned for tomorrow.
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Washington
New York
Ten Days Left in Spain Torpedo Boat Move to Porto Rico
Washington reports Navy Department worry over the Spanish flotilla of torpedo boats moving from the Canaries toward Porto Rico. The fleet is formidable and the move signals Spain’s readiness for Cuban events. Experts say voyage is lengthy and weather could slow progress, especially if coalers accompany the flotilla.
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Washington
vMdain
Navy Department
Canaries
Porto Rico
West Indies
Spain
Cuba
Another Torpedo Boat Bought for U S Navy
Lieut Colwell purchases two new torpedo boats from Schichau Germany through an American firm. The boats are described as first class and ready for delivery. The U S cruisers San Francisco and New Orleans were expected to sail today for the United States, with plans likely changing.
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Colwell
United States
First
Schichau
Germany
San Francisco
New Orleans
Forts and Islands Cable Network Enlarged
Washington reports the largest government cable order to Safety Insulated Wire and Cable of New York for submarine and underground links tying all forts and islands in New York harbor. In Philadelphia the Leyden towed a coal barge from League Island navy yard to Key West, later delivering torpedoes and gun cotton to cruisers. Madrid cites a Spanish explodes report claiming the blast was internal and scientifically explained.
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Washington
Safety Insulated Wire and Cable Company of
New York Harbor
Leyden
Philadelphia
League Insland Navy Yard
Key West
Edith Howes
Navy Yard
Newport
Minneapolia
Columbia
Minister Convicted Rev Orson D Taylor Gets Six Year Term
Rev Orson D Taylor of The Dalles Oregon was sentenced by Judge Snow to six years in Jackson state prison for obtaining money under false pretenses. Dr D B Corneil testified Taylor induced him to buy 5000 dollars worth of shares in a non existent Interstate investment company of The Dalles Oreg.
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Oregon
Michigan
Ludona
Mich
Dalles
Ore
Snow
Jackson State
D. B. Corneil
Taylor
Interstate Investment Company
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Glenwood Station Fire Prompts Plans for a Fine Depot
Glenwood Springs March 26 The Colorado Midland depot was destroyed by fire about moon. All freight and valuable records saved. Fire likely started by a detective fire though town rumor claimed robbery and arson. Agent Chandler was at dinner when alarm sounded. Citizens now expect a handsome depot built per long prepared plans. The old station a blot on town.
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Glenwood Springs
Colorado Midland
Moon
Chandler
Piano Donation Secures Auditorium Fund Support
The latest auditorium fund subscription includes a $550 piano and $59 in cash from Charles Pietro Adams, with a ten year care obligation. Adams signs an agreement March 25, 1599, to place a custom high grade piano in the auditorium and supervise its upkeep. Another subscription of $100 from Geo W Crane & Co was recently received.
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Warner
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Jeffries Promises to Fight Any Man in World
James J Jeffries declares in a San Francisco broadcast that he can defeat any opponent, mentioning specific blows he landed on Jack Bow and asserting readiness to face Thomas Sharkey next month in New York. He challenges rivals to come here for a match.
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Two Chattanooga youths arrested under Johnny law
In Chattanooga Tennessee on March 26 Henry Selkirk age 16 and George Eldridge age 19 were arrested for violating the state Johnny law which bans flirting with young women. They were tried that afternoon but released after a severe reprimand for ogling the young ladies.
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Henry Selkirk
George Eldridge
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Altgeld Visited Las Vegas Hot Springs By Train Reception
Former Illinois Governor John Peter Altgeld traveled to Las Vegas hot springs for his wife health benefiting visit. About 300 leading citizens chartered a train and met him for an informal reception. Mayor F. E. Cloney introduced Altgeld who spoke briefly and captivated the crowd.
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Prize From Mrs Carnegie for Annie Laurie Renderings
Mrs Andrew Carnegie will donate a 100 prize for the best rendering of Annie Laurie by ladies choirs. The eldsdof or elsteddfod will be held in Homestead at Carnegie Music Hall with choirs from Johnstown and nearby communities.
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HICCUPS FOR A WEEK IN DANVILLE CONDUCTOR
Danville Kentucky March 28 H C Eaton a conductor for the Louisville and Nashville railroad is suffering from hiccoughs at his home. He was attacked a week ago and has been unable to find relief despite efforts to cure it.
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H. C. Eaton
Louisville & Nashville Railroad
Have Fun With Jerry Dems Mock Bath Tub Visit
Democratic representatives Jake Simpson and colleagues react to a light rumor about his wife installing a bath tub while he was away in Tulise Satueauy from Kansas. Simpson jokes and denies any topPopulist ties, calling Lewis a Democratic leader rather than a Populist. He mocks rivals as trivial distractions from serious politics.
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Anna Held Hosts Dinner For Corbett And Tod Sloan
In San Francisco Anna Held plans her first dinner in the city inviting guests James J. Corbett and Tod Sloan. Held’s party will be on her special car at Third and Townsend streets with Corbett appearing at the Columbia and Sloan at the Ingleside track the next day.
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Aaron
Anna
Miss Held
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James J. Corbett
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Mike Held
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Corbett
Columbia
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Townsend Streets
Ted Sloan
Ingleside
Poachers Slaughter Deer Moose and Beavers Across Maine
Reports from northern and eastern Maine describe wholesale game slaughter by poachers. From Squa Pan Lakes in Aroostook to Bangor and Washington County, hundreds of deer moose and beavers are said killed amid deep snows and warming snaps. Warden Pollard notes severe losses near small settlements as hunger drives illegal hunting.
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Warden Pollard
Foxcraft
Katahdin
Work for Weary Willies in Elgin Sparks Public Action
Elgin faces a tramp influx with daily arrivals on freight trains. A stone pile is prepared and tramps will be set to work beginning tomorrow. Police suspect railroads provide free transport to punish the city over train speed prosecutions.
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Marcu Ze
Montgomery Perfects Purchase for Waterworks in City
Montgomery Alabama via city council last night perfected the purchase of the local waterworks company property for 420000. W B Rice of Boston was the major stockholder. The price will be paid with waterworks bonds at 4 percent. The trade is seen as sound for Montgomery and contemplates Rice completing 2000 in improvements he has begun.
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Ita City Council
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A Certain Cure for Piles
A Pyramid Pile Cure advertisement touts a non surgical remedy for piles. Suppositories are claimed to provide instant relief and healing without opiates, with prices from 40 cents to a dollar per package. The Pyramid Co promises to mail a treatise and testimonials.
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