17 Mar 1900
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Newspaper
Waterbury Evening Democrat
Location
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1900
Page
1
The notice states the entity transacts general trust business and serves as executor administrator guardian committee trustee receiver assignee registrar transfer and fiscal agent for a range of fiduciary roles.
The famous Cottage Bread has grown so popular that production cannot keep up. The firm is enlarging capacity and promises to soon satisfy grocers’ demand. Also listed are grocery prices: Bic Sugar per bag, native potatoes per bushel, rolled oats, eggs per dozen, rice, and a Saturday Coffee offer.
Fragmented coverage mixes political pitch around the gold standard and McKinley signing ceremony with a long St Patrick’s Day item. It also reports foreign trade data for February, highlighting exports of breadstuffs, cotton, cattle and provisions, noting a strong cotton price rise and impact on the southern economy.
A long, imperfect verse titled for The Boston Pilot, praising Thomas Francis Meagher and describing vivid Irish landscape imagery from Killarney to the sea. It reflects exile, freedom, and loyalty, with references to a prison ship, Irish patriots, and the costs of liberty. The piece weaves mythic birds and natural scenes to honor Irish struggle and the Meagher legacy.
Rumors say Postmaster General Smith may become secretary of state if McKinley dumps Hay to appease anti English Republicans. Kentucky Congressman Smith warns Taylor could be ousted from the state house if force is needed. West of Chicago railroads reportedly win again by pressuring rates in favor of freight interests.
General Joe Wheeler arrived in Washington from Atlanta and stayed at the Arlington as he reported to Adjutant General Corbin. He said the war in Luzon was over and described difficulties in pursuing guerillas. Wheeler planned to seek sworn admission to the House as a representative from Alabama, expecting Speaker Henderson to act per House rules. He also pressed for action on his resignation, which the president had delayed to adjust travel expenses.
Havana reports a sharp rise in winter travel with more Americans visiting than ever. Steamer lines run full, quarantine enforcement at Bo Party Whare draws criticism, while capitalists scout Cuba’s potential and large land purchases, including Nipecay. General Gomez defends Cuba’s independence while noting stability amid upheaval. General Wood and Mrs Wood would be safe with or without troops.
In Lexington on March 17 the cases of Secretary of State Powers and Captain Davis were brought before Police Judge Riley. The judge ruled no jurisdiction for the chief and ordered the records to the grand jury. The jury heard sworn affidavits from Cromwell and questioned Chief Ross and Detective Jenkins along with two soldiers. The grand jury may issue summonses for the prisoners.
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