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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1899
Page
3
Paris court of cassation quashes the 1894 verdict and orders a new court martial to try CAPT. Dreyfus at Rennes arranging trial on charges of machinations with a foreign power. Verdict annulled. audience cheers justice as adjournment follows.
Paris June 5 President Loubet with Premier Papuy and Gen McBailloud rode to Auteuil races. A hostile crowd greeted them with Panama Abias Loubet and Vive Parmee chants. Police protected the president as blows struck at the grand stand and Count Christina struck at him with a stick before police shielded him.
Washington June 6 Senator Allison of the senate finance committee said the next congress will pass a financial measure and the committee will consider the Republican house bill as a suggestion. He expected no radical currency changes, aiming to keep a safe flexible system while preserving the gold standard. He noted president recommendations on national bank currency par value, lower taxes on circulation, and gold payment for greenbacks, and potential actions on silver certificates to clarify their status.
Fort de France June 6 There is no truth in the report that Dreyfus has embarked on the Ville de Tangier. The Sfax sailed later than planned to take him aboard and Cayenne officials sent Goeland with the penitentiary superintendent and artillery commander to notify Dreyfus of the cassation revision. He will face a new council of war and may wear his military uniform. The Goeland returns to Cayenne today.
Omaha dispatch reports the posse pursuing the Union Pacific train robbers who dynamited a Wilcox Wyoming train exchanged shots at about 30 miles north, disabling three horses and suspending operations at night. The posse, expected to move from the north, aims to meet the robbers before they reach Hole in the Wall, the outlaws stronghold.
Capt. Joseph Henry Grimes, British subject born in Hong Kong, admits full participation in aiding Filipino rebels. He describes firm contracts with Aguinaldo for rifles and ammo, transfers between British and American registers, and illicit actions on American soil. He was arrested in Manila on November 5 after Abbey's seizure by the McCulloch.
In Santiago de Cuba on June 6 the local press condemns a censorship order by the governor general, calling it a crime against a free people. Independencia and Porveniri criticize Cuba’s status and language, while authorities seek the censor and trace anonymous letters to the American military.
San Francisco dated June 6 Northern Pacific Steamship Co confirms a genuine signature of A H Patterson first officer of the steamer Pelican. A message from Portage bay claimed Patterson signed while en route from Puget Sound to China. Despite hoax doubts, signature match convinces shipping men the Pelican foundered.
The American ship Sachem, which left Philadelphia with kerosene oil, arrived in Shanghai after a perilous voyage. In Hong Kong the master died and was buried at sea. Lightning struck in Formosa Channel, the foremast was shattered, and over half the crew were knocked senseless. The mate remained unconscious for six hours.
Washington reports commissioner Powderly ordered landing of Filipino actors detained in San Francisco amid a dispute over their contracts and labor roles. The brokers pledged to limit the Filipinos to displaying Philippine songs dances and games, with support, sustenance, and medical care, and to return them home at contractors’ expense.
Manila dispatch reports Morong seized yesterday by Gen Hall's troops after a dawn advance from Teresa. Nine Filipinos killed and five wounded in the engagement. The town's capture blocks Filipino retreat on the Morong peninsula as Nall, Truman, and Wholly lines meet. American troops face heat, with 500 men treated in hospitals after extreme conditions.
The Big Four freight engine No. 7 reached Cincinnati and Covington’s Riverside yards as it readied for a 1,001 mile run from Newport News to Chicago. With 7 loaded cars it aims to set the longest freight or passenger engine trip, weighing 185000 pounds with a 6000 gallon water tank. It left last night for Chicago, targeting early Wednesday morning arrival.
Washington reports Brig. Gen. Charles King has been honorably discharged from the volunteer army by presidential direction. He recently arrived in San Francisco from service in the Philippines. the discharge takes effect August percent.
Admiral Dewey journeyed from Washington to San Francisco in November 1897 aboard a Baltimore & Ohio route with Chicago and North Western Union Pacific and Southern Pacific connections. Lieut. Brumby traveled with him as they departed November 27. D. R. B. Martin later collected the ticket coupons, possessing the signature and issuing lithographed facsimiles as souvenirs.
A distressed wife laments that George no longer loves her and that their finances are shrinking. Her mother questions how she knows, and the wife notes expenditures for the first three months of marriage were 104, 82, and 38 dollars, hinting at tighter times ahead.
The most famous and popular Summer Tourist resorts on the Continent are reached directly by the lines of the Grand Trunk Railway System and its direct connections. Vestibule Train Service. Copies of illustrated descriptive pamphlets of Lake, Mountain and Seashore resorts with full information as to rates, etc., will be sent on application to J. H. Burgis, Cit Passenger and Ticket Agent, 249 Clar Street, Corner Jackson Boulevard, Chicago.
In a Philadelphia Record snippet, an elderly speaker laments harsh times and widespread unemployment. A weary worker confirms the struggle, noting hard times drive many into fierce competition for scarce work opportunities.
Grain-O offers a non stimulating drink that nourishes and cheers without spoiling sleep. Marketed as a coffee substitute, it looks and tastes like coffee while being suitable for nervous persons, youths, and children. Available from grocers in 15 and 25e packages.
A humorous quip warns not to rush to a doctor for heartbreak and fear an unnecessary operation mislabeling it as appendicitis. The joke reflects satirical wit common to Puck comments.
A compact 19th century reminiscence notes Lane'sa' Family Medicine promoting daily bowel movement for health, gentle action on liver and kidneys, and relief of headaches, priced at 25 cents. It contrasts chewing gum habits with eschewing chewing gum and includes quotes from revival bishop and local papers praising teething powders.
An old Detroit Journal ad promises quick cold relief with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets and refunds the money if it fails. The compact notice mentions a photo of Smith praised as excellent, noting Flo resembles him.
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Mrs Emm Schneider of Detroit Michigan reports dramatic improvement after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Blood Purifier and Liver Pills. She states prior to use she felt fainting spells and nearly died but now feels strengthened and well.
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