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Newspaper
Washburn Times
Location
Washburn, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1900
Page
3
Gen Charles Dick cites the Pacific Railroad settlement as a major McKinley achievement. The article reviews 1862 acts, the Thurman Act, and final court confirmations that secured the United States about 64.74 million dollars in subsidy claims from Union Pacific, Kansas Pacific, Central Pacific and Western Pacific systems, with staged bond funding and settlements completing payments into 1900.
Alexander R. Smith defends the one American line trading with Europe against attacks by foreign shipping interests and free traders. He argues the line bears heavy financial losses while rivals under foreign flags enjoy government-backed aid, and cites statistics showing its small share of Europe trade. The letter urges support for the American line and warns of drastic drops in U S flag carriage if it is displaced.
Fond du Lac Wisconsin June 1 Special Chief of Police Schaefer holds letters and photographs describing Reuben Dobson who is jailed in Hampton Ta on forgery charges. Police believe he is the man who passed forged checks on Fond du Lac merchants last month totaling about
Victims identified photographs used in a forgery scheme by a laborer. Five checks payable to John Grape were passed, signed by O. C. Steenberg, treasurer. Dobson alias Grupe identified by A. Huelsman after a $26 check cashed. Dobson bound over for trial at Hampton. arrested by Sheriff T. S. Sherwood in Wisconsin and escorted to Hampton. Sheriff Sherwood urged Fond du Lac officials to act. Chief Schaefer ordered arrests for forgery. Sheriff Keys to arrange transport to answer charges.
A 6 year old Hartung boy saved the little Ingold child from a deep water tank in the First ward. The Ingold youngster fell in twice and sank to the bottom before the Hartung boy reached the edge and pulled him out.
In Marinette Wisconsin on June 1 special report notes the Sawyer Goodman and Perley Lowe lumber yards have ended a threatened strike as workers returned to their jobs. The settlement meets the men’s demands and is hailed as a happy outcome easing fears of a serious disruption in Marinette and Menominee.
Secretary Hay told Boer envoys the administration will not exceed its current peacemaking steps. The US government acted quickly when a chance arose via appeals to international representatives at Pretoria. The note signals measured, ongoing pursuit of settlement in South Africa.
The report lists amounts due to the United States as of March 1 1900 from Pacific Rail Roads led by Central Branch Union Pacific at 3 75 million, Sioux City and Pacific about 684 thousand, total indebtedness 7 06 million. It notes over 124 million cash collected in under two years from a 139 million burden and praises prompt government action while noting England declined mediation.
United States bank clearings for January through April show increases of 205 million dollars over the same period in 1899. Gains are national except New York, where a dull stock market reduced clearings.
Tammany figures head an ice trust that profits from the pennies of New York’s poor while Democratic leaders loudly denounce antitrust actions. The piece contrasts the alleged trust influence with the party’s public anti-trust stance.
The New York World editor says Bryan cannot win unless he drops his leading issue. Senator Teller insists Bryan must defend the 16 to 1 policy. Bryan sits between conflicting pressures, described as a position between two mill stones.
The Louisville Courier Journal editor says he drops the double column editorial habit while keeping the double entry mode of political thinking.
The piece notes Democratic factional performances as many minor players shift their attention toward the main event in Kansas City, framing the transfer of lesser acts to the central circuit.
The phrase signals a political climate expectation of economic concern affecting campaign messaging. It frames the year as one where economic worries will be central to the Democratic platform, contrasting with other parties. The comment implies a strategic emphasis on fiscal issues to appeal to voters.
The Wisconsin State Horticultural Society holds its June 20 and 21 meeting in Marathon county courthouse Wausau. Program includes Welcome Address by Neal Brown and talks on small fruits vegetables flowers tree fruits home grounds and orchard planning with speakers from Baraboo Madison Green Bay Oshkosh Ripon Sturgeon Bay and Eureka. A final orchard day ends with a Kreutzer farm picnic and address by A L Kreutzer.
The reports describe Senate action on a sundry civil appropriation including a Louisiana Purchase Exposition funding condition and proposals on armor plate, along with House votes on naval, public works, and anti trust measures, adjournments and calendar movements through June 2.
From Viroqua word says Judge Wyman of the Sixth circuit is much better and plans to resume bench duties next fall. He has no intention of retiring despite earlier statements.
Madison Wis June 1 Special State Veterinarian H P Clute of Mari nette went to Fond du Lac today to make post mortem examination of eight cows suffering with tuberculosis The state will pay the owner a Pond du Lac brewing company two thirds of their appraised value
In Kewaunee Wisconsin on June 1 an inquest into the death of engineer M. Reardon from a wreck on the Kewaunee Green Bay and Western road found the railroad company guilty of gross negligence in employing incompetent section men.
La Crosse Wisconsin June 1 special The stage of water in the Mississippi River is stationary at 3.2 feet above the low water mark.
The Argonaut recounts Richard Croker inviting Pat Donahue to a Waldorf dinner. Croker orders first, suggesting a cocktail while Donahue hesitates. Pat speaks up, requesting a safer portion, noting discomfort with the menu and local politics.
The article notes limited jewelry for men at evening events with only a few items beyond studs. It highlights gold watch chains with pearls or small gold and platinum links, and sleeve links in dressy styles. It mentions mother-of-pearl pieces with turquoise centers and mother-of-pearl shirt-button links with diamond stitching.
At Headquarters the matron asks if the debutante finds the world at her feet. The young woman answers no, admitting most guests hover around her father’s bank as reported by the Philadelphia North American.
James Pawsey was struck and killed by a Michigan Central train. Henry Wailman died from injuries after horse accident. Jole Frank McCormick, 3, was knocked down by an electric car and lost his left foot. Jacob Wolf, a south side jeweler, shot a robber and locked him in his store before tending his wounds. The Cross Press and Sign factory burned, $60,000 loss. Jesse Spalding resigned as president of Chicago Union Traction. John M. Roach elected successor. Matthew King died from gas inhalation at home. William J. Candy, 31, died by inhaling illuminating gas. Col. John Mason Loomis critically ill. Bruno Schwartz injured testing a patent fireman's net at Arcade building in Pullman. leapt wrong and survived with injuries.
Queen Victoria owns a walking stick once owned by Charles II, presented by a Worcester citizen. The staff originates from the Boscobel tree Charles II hid in during Cromwell's pursuit. Victoria added a gold handle and a small Indian idol from the Seringapatam loot.
Market firm for eggs in Milwaukee with 10% higher new cases and old at 4c lower. Butter steady with light offerings and strong demand for dairy butter. creamery and inferior grades show varying demand. Cheese quiet with mixed prices. New York and Chicago comparisons noted for butter eggs and cheese. sugar and coffee markets referenced.
Chicago receipts show hogs 19,000 and cattle 100 with steady sheep demand. Hog receipts at Milwaukee four cars offered mostly steady to down with prices from 4.90 to 5.10 for heavier lots. Cattle ranged from 3.00 to 5.25 for various classes with milkers noted high value and light buyer activity.
Milwaukee and Chicago price rounds show wheat and corn steady to firm with mixed track quotes. Livestock in Omaha Kansas City trades mix with cattle steady to weak and hogs mostly lower, while St Louis and Minneapolis show varied readings and holiday in Liverpool affecting grain.
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