17 Oct 1899
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1899
Page
1
In New York on October 17 the Shamrock lost its top mast three miles from the start and was towed ashore while the Columbia led and finished the race as agreed. The Columbia won the contest, with both boats competing under the official time limit.
London dispatches report Boer commandos retreat from Newcastle after occupying the town briefly and disrupting transport to Pannhauser. Cape notes warn of possible Boer attack on Aliwal North and Kimberley defenses while British relief plans proceed.
The Daily Mail notes growing resentment in Cape Town over the Schreiner cabinet and Mafeking relief delays. Sir Alfred Milner is said to be overworked as tensions rise from perceived betrayal by the cabinet.
Byron Babbitt and James Robey argued over a boundary line in Evansville when Robey struck with an ax, fracturing Babbitt's skull and causing concussion. Robey was arrested as doctors warned of life or death odds for Babbitt. West Superior mills face shipping gaps with few boats and limited cargo capacity.
A molten metal explosion at Riverside Iron and Steel Works in Wheeling West Virginia on October 16 injured and crushed several workers. The blast damaged plant equipment and halted operations as rescue teams treated the injured on site.
A jail break in Fond du Lac Wisconsin saw Harry Morton Charles Winston and John Adams saw through bars and flee Sunday night. Turnkey Kent discovered the trio missing and a city wide search followed with sheriff deputies police and citizens aiding the hunt. Cards were circulated with their descriptions and the public was warned of the escape.
New York Oct 17 Columbia defeated Sir Thomas Lipton's Shamrock in a 30 mile windward and leeward race by over a mile. Columbia finished ahead by about ten minutes in the first race of the 1800 series, signaling the cup may stay in American hands.
Sir Thomas Lipton expresses sportsmanlike views after Columbia defeats Erin in a racing match. He praises the Columbia, praises Iselin and associates, and hopes for another race tomorrow as both yachts sail on their merits. Oliver Iselin and party arrive from the Columbia, showing no excess in triumph.
Four passengers from the steamer Aragonia from Antwerp arrived in Philadelphia on October 12 and proceeded to Illinois cities amid typhus exposure. Names include Sofia Mas of Chicago, Lubina Clinoj of Chicago, Maria Renninger bound for Peoria, and Marie Schmuck bound for Peoria. Dr. Bean notified Illinois authorities for supervision.
Ottawa reports a cabinet decision to dispatch 1000 Canadian soldiers to join the British force against the Boers, a quantity twice the imperial request. The move reflects Canada’s wartime contribution during the South African conflict.
In Philadelphia on October 16 Miss Underhill defeated Mrs Fox in the finals of the women's golf championship tour nament to win the championship of the United States. Score Miss Underhill 52 49 Miss Fox 65 48.
Washington discussions focus on keeping funds in circulation rather than vault storage. The treasury holds about 288 million dollars with 85 million in banks and 205 million in vaults. Proposals include raising bank deposits at 2 percent interest and calling in bonds to loosen money supply.
The article surveys debates in Congress on war expenditures and bond premiums, possible tests of elastic banking currency, and a Limited experiment proposal to issue notes up to ten percent of bank capital with a safety tax. It notes currency reformers gaining courage despite currency distrust and reports on a plan to test banking currency with safeguards. It also mentions a college class rush at Beloit, with freshmen planning to attend a game with Northwestern carrying canes.
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