Ashbridge Becomes Philadelphia Mayor in Warmer Republican Tone
Samuel H. Ashbridge was sworn in as mayor of Philadelphia, replacing Charles F. Warwick. The transition signals a staunch Republican administration focused on party discipline, with Ashbridge aligning with state stalwarts and reshaping ward and district politics. Martin’s influence as acting mayor fades with Warwick’s retirement, ending a period where favors followed his requests and gas works leases benefited allies.
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Warren F. Leland dies after Windsor Hotel fire
Warren F. Leland proprietor of the Windsor hotel, destroyed by fire on March 17, died in New York at the Hotel Grenoble after an appendectomy. He had been active amid recovery efforts and memorial plans, while his wife and daughter were among the victims. His death follows a series of relapses and a surge of political appointments in Ashbridge’s administration.
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Triumph of Diplomacy in Samoan Settlement Nears
Washington reports an official outlook that a peaceful final adjustment of the Samoan affair by the joint high commission is likely. Observers expect a settlement satisfactory to all powers and a possible request for King Oscar of Sweden and Norway to act as umpire, seen as a triumph of diplomacy and a sign of cordial German and allied relations.
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A Job's Comforter in a Lynch Threat
A prisoner fears a long trial and jail time while a high sheriff warns of an immediate lynching at noon. The exchange appears in the Atlanta Constitution illustrating tense frontier justice.
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Great Organist or Pianist Allegation Sparks Debate
In the Pittsburgh Chronicle Telegraph a passerby proclaims a man yonder a great musician. The remark suggests he must be an organist rather than a pianist due to a bald head, sparking judging and banter about his musical talent.
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Windsor hotel fire death toll rises to forty five
The Windsor hotel ruin search ends with 45 known dead and several missing. A memorial service for fire victims was held at the Church of the Heavenly Rest with Dr. D Parker Morgan conducting. Relatives of missing and of the deceased were invited.
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Veteran Scranton Editor Samuel A Lackey Dies at 60
Samuel A Lackey, longtime night editor of The Republican, was found dead in his hotel room in Scranton on April 4. The 60 year old unreMar ried journalist died of heart disease after 27 years with the paper.
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Market Report New York Money Market
New York money market news shows money on call at 5 percent and prime mercantile paper quoted between 3 and 4 percent. Sterling exchange active with bankers' bills at 4.86% for demand and 4.84% for 60 days. posted rates range from 4.85 to 4.87 percent. Commercial bills at 4.83 percent. silver certificates at 60 and bar silver at 59 3/4 percent. Mexican dollars quoted 4 7/40 to 4 4/40.
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New York Produce Market Prices Report
The market lists flour types with prices from winter patents at 3 3 3 75 to 4 00, cornmeal at 88 to 2 15, buckwheat flour at 2 05, rye flour 3 10 to 3 40, rye No 2 western at 64 to 66 f.o.b., malting barley 54 to 56 f.o.b., wheat No 2 red 80 f.o.b. afloat, oats varied, hay shipping 35 to 45, butter and cheese prices across Western and state dairies, eggs state and western around 12 to 18 cents.
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Buffalo Market Prices for Wheat Corn and Live Stock
Buffalo reports No. 1 hard wheat at 80 2 percent, No. 2 red 76 14c, No. 2 yellow corn 38 14c, No. 3 yellow 38c, oats No. 2 white 33 44c, rye No. 2 62c. Flour prices for spring patent $4.00 4.25 per bushel, butter 21 21 4c, cheese 12 13c, eggs state 124 138c. Cattle range $5.26 6.50 for extra export steers, hogs $4.05 4.10, sheep $4.90 5.00, hay $9.00 10.50 per ton.
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History of the Week March 30 and April 5 1898
March 30 report of US advances toward Malolos Philippines and ship arrivals with casualties. bribe investigations. Samoa settlement talks. fires, hangings, and crimes. Kingston Jamaica marines quarrel. several deaths. April 1 to 5 updates include Malolos siege, Cuba, Samoa naval actions, political trials, strikes, and other incidents across the United States and abroad.
At It Again and a Fateful Quarrel Across the Wall
The quarrel between spouses reaches a peak in a sharp exchange heard through a thin party wall. The wife declares her value will be realized after she is gone, and the husband retorts he would pay to know it. The domestic row ends in a shindy that hints at rising crockery prices.
Tires on New York electric cabs described
The article notes electric cab tires are about three quarters of an inch thick and five inches diameter. They withstand pressures higher than a locomotive boiler, with 60 pounds per square inch used in operation. Each wheel tire costs eighty dollars.
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The Holy Garments and Life in Christ
A sermon emphasizing holiness and inner righteousness, comparing spiritual renewal to opening windows for light. It argues that true change comes from Christ entering the heart, not by mere church works, and that putting on the Holy Garments requires the new man created in righteousness and true holiness.
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The Gulf Stream and the Love of Christ
A sea poem compares the Gulf Stream’s constant northward course to Christ’s enduring love for humanity. The verse links tides and breezes with spiritual gifts from heaven to earth, celebrating a constant, free current of grace that guides and sustains believers.
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Holy Garments and the New Life in Epworth League
Epworth League commentary by Wm. K. Fisher urges Methodists to embrace Entire Sanctification as divine grace and a life in Christ. It contrasts secular wear with spiritual robes of righteousness, urging perpetual growth in grace through the Holy Spirit after baptism and ongoing union with Christ.
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Bread of Life lesson in Jesus feeding miracle
The passage reflects on Jesus feeding a vast crowd, presenting him as the Bread of Life. It urges workers to provide physical and spiritual sustenance, stresses daily divine communion for holiness, protection against temptation, and preparedness for duty.
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