23 Jan 1896
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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1896
Page
1
The piece argues Venezuela’s constitution bars territory alienation aligning with the Monroe Doctrine. It warns European powers seek more territory and would seize favorable moments if the United States were weak enough to be colonized.
A critic complains that amid the removal of 176 Armenian towns, European powers still term the naval standoff a concert. He rejects the term, calling it a dumb show and urging a sober assessment of the threat.
A fragment argues Russia's control over Armenia ends murderous religious fanaticism and places Christian leadership in charge, claiming the creed rejects bloodshed for opinion's sake.
The conscience-stricken violator of the New York game law sends $150 to the authorities, a fine that could have been imposed if apprehended. The development sparks renewed hope for the integrity of the game.
A New York man aiming to become naturalized shows ignorance of national holidays, mistaking the Fourth of July for Decoration Day, and is described as attempting to obtain decoration on the nation's birthday.
Japan has ordered the world’s largest battleship and plans to launch it in England, with payment coming from Chinese funds. The remark underscores how a nation without its own warships relies on others to build its naval power.
The people of Manitoba voted almost unanimously to maintain the present public school system, signaling a stance to manage their own affairs independently of the Dominion government. There's music not far off.
Attention is called to the fact that a modern trolley car carrying passengers weighs three times as much as a former horse car and that many bridges were not built to sustain such weight in rapid motion. A test of bridges should be made wherever the trolley goes into operation.
The author laments that England, France, and Russia divide China without restraint while Europe extracts indemnities for each Christian killed, yet tolerates the sultan who murders Christians by the thousands, treated as a pampered European pet.
The late Gen Francis C Barlow of New York rose from first lieutenant to major general, was wounded at Antietam and left for dead at Gettysburg, and his name appeared often in contemporary bulletins for his high honor and ability as a soldier.
In Baltimore a monument for Edgar Allan Poe is proposed near his burial site. A stone canopy would shelter a marble seated Poe in an arm chair with an antique lamp above and volumes of forgotten lore beside him. A raven on a bust of Pallas would gaze toward Poe as citizens form an art commission to realize the plan.
Widespread misery grips Cuba as industries stall and internal traffic halts. Roads are perilous, sugar and tobacco crops are ruined, costing about 100 million dollars. The destruction includes many buildings. Havana and Matanzas face famine as thousands lose work and bread.
A remembered 1813 event describes a British force of about 1200 with 200 Indians who attacked Buffalo New York, captured the town after half the defenders were killed, and burned the settlement except for one house and a blacksmith shop. Buffalo now boasts over 300 000 residents while nearby Canadian river towns have scarcely grown.
The 18th session features Senator Morgan speaking on a free silver substitute for the house bond bill and a Cuban belligerent recognition proposal. In the House, pension and general appropriation bills dominate, with debate and critique of the pension bureau. Nearby, mentions of bonds, Monroe doctrine, and a sinking of the Ciscar accompany fire and counterfeit arrests in New York.
Notable deaths include Rev Reginald Windsor Sackville seventh Earl Delaware who died in London at 79. Des Moines Governor elect Francis Marion Drake inaugurated with crowds. Ex French premier Emile Loubet elected president of the French senate. Chicago lands Democratic national convention July 7 after a tight vote. Frank Lawler Chicago ex-congressman dies suddenly. Chaplain Couden’s Cubans prayer prompted floor applause. Twin sisters Minnis and Flora Davenport die of typhoid in Fayette Indiana. Interior secretary disbars David B Davis for pension law violations.
In Topeka Kansas Mrs Charles Dean unattended her infant as she visited a neighbor. Returning she found the child’s clothing removed and placed on a hot stove. The baby’s flesh was cooked to the bone and doctors fear for the infant’s life.
Failures for the week ending reported by R G Dun Co show 395 in the United States and 81 in Canada. No successor named for Canada’s high commissioner in London. Sir Charles Hibbert Tupper declined the post. Nar Goopwin to tour Australia and India, with San Francisco sailing June 21. Gen Alfaro writes to Spain seeking recognition of Cuban independence. Spanish cabinet to replace Martinez de Campos with Arderius, Marin to command Cuba temporarily, with Polavieja expected for final command. Pretoria says will resist foreign protection. Dr Jamieson and prisoners to be released. Washington church dispute settled with Adoles Allen resigning. Talmage to preach twice on Sundays. Ex-President Harrison announces engagement to Mrs Dimmick, marriage after Le rt.
Telegrams note the New York Yacht Club cleared Lord Dunraven of malice in his accusations against the Defender crew after the recent America’s Cup contest. Also, the Honorable Artillery Company of London plans a Boston visit next July with excursions and a warm welcome. Banks show varied changes with reserves and deposits up, loans and circulation down. Abraiding items report Abyssinian compelling lines near Makalle and danger of water shortage for besieged Italians. Madrid sees Martinez Campos replacement improving Cuba situation. Prince of Wales invited to visit the czar in May, then to Moscow for the czar’s carnation. Washington jury convicts Elverton Chapman. Britain offers ultimatum to China on West river access. Mexico to start naval buildup with two ports. German empire anniversary marked holiday in Berlin. Charles Floquet, noted French statesman, dies in Paris.
In Quincy, John Walter Bashforth of the Pacific Express Co. dies at 45 from brain congestion. Ottawa mourns Rev. M. K. Whittlesey, 85, Yale graduate and long time Congregational pastor and registrar, noted for service to Illinois churches. Also listed are John Fred Hackman, 79, Cass county pioneer. Mrs. Louis Zimmer, 77, Cass county settler. Alderman Frederick Thomasmeyer, 45, Quincy resident since 1866. Charity Webster of Oakland, Coles county, born October 25, 1897.
William Jordan died at his Grisham township home leaving nearly all his property to educational uses. A trust fund of about 25000 dollars is created with Alexander T. Strange as trustee. Net income from 10000 dollars supports the local school. the balance income benefits other Grisham districts. The fund will pay three fourths of township school expenses.
Washington dispatch reports East St. Louis would not be made a post office substation under St. Louis. Mayor H F Bader and Congressman HK J Murphy opposed consolidation. Murphy met First Assistant Postmaster General Jones who assured no plan to make East St. Louis a substation is being considered.
A well dressed man registered as J. Roger from Chicago was found in his Heck's hotel room nearly dead after turning on gas and sealing the room. A chamber maid smelled fumes and he was revived by shaking. He said he planned suicide due to family troubles and asked his real name be kept confidential.
A spark from an Elgin Joliet & Eastern engine ignited waste oil drifting from the Aurora gas works on Fox river. The blaze spread for a quarter mile, consuming ice and nearly destroying the wooden railroad bridge before fire crews contained the flames. The burning oil burned about thirty minutes.
Mr and Mrs John D Shreffler of Plainfield Will county celebrated their golden wedding anniversary recently. The couple were clad in their original wedding costumes before about 150 guests. The pair are both over 80. Two sons of Louis Perce of Hanover drowned in Apple River near Hanover to Davis County when one skated into an air hole and the other attempted a rescue. Both bodies were recovered clasped in each other’s arms.
Right of way secured from Mount Vernon to Terre Haute, enabling construction to begin soon. The new line will unlock rich territory previously lacking railway facilities.
In Havana a reshuffle sees Gen Campos depart and Gen Marin receive officers amid calmer crowds. Coyly described as less excitable than feared, the move prompts mixed reactions: Cubans regret Campos while merchants and loyal Spaniards favor decisive action. Replacing Campos with Polavieja and Pandlos noted for severity.
Gen Calisto Garcia who led Cuban revolutionists in the 1868 78 war is in Washington conferring with delegates Palma and Quesada on new insurgent policies likely to boost the cause. He may renew military activity, though his exact course is unsettled.
Martinez Campos leaves Havana today for Spain. Solomon & Son, large tobacco exporters, were arrested on the Olivette bound for New York. The Olivette carried many Havana passengers last night while the Morgan line boat is due with about 300 evacuees this morning.
Maprio Jan 20 report states Duke of Tetuan resigns as minister of foreign affairs due to differences with colleagues. Queen regent accepts the resignation and Senor Guayen will succeed him.
Maparip Jan 20 It is officially stated that the government has appointed Gen Weyler to succeed Gen Campos in Cuba He will sail from Barcelona for Havana on Jan 25.
MADRID January 20 General Suarez Valdez has been named second in command under General Weyler.
Washington Jan 30 Senor Dupuy de Lome received notice that Senator Elduauen the new Spanish minister of foreign affairs had taken the oath and begun duties. Advices from Cuba report only minor engagements between insurgents and royal troops recently with no major action.
The fourth annual session of Christian Endeavor societies ended with a packed mass meeting in Central Hall. The hall committee plans three large tents. A joint resolution in Congress seeks permission to use the White House lot south of the executive mansion for the closing international convention if approved, with tents to be pitched there.
Louis Bennett known as Deerfoot, famed Native American long distance runner, has died at the Cattaraugus Reservation. Born 1828, he ran against English champions in 1861, competed in New York and Chicago in 1863, and set a London ten mile record of 62 minutes.
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