28 Oct 1899
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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1899
Page
1
The city of Boston reports a debt increase of 5,124,442 since December 30, 1898, raising the gross debt to 80,426,378.98. The Japanese government imposes a Formosa camphor trade monopoly, banning private sales or manufacturing without a license.
Dr. Nansen writes a book claiming the north pole is unreachable, arguing no stronger case could be made to boost the ranks of explorers.
The remark notes that poetry about Dewey has not harmed him but has benefited poets by offering a channel for their sentiments. It emphasizes poetry as personal expression rather than critique of the subject.
The record shows seven eighths of all locomotives imported into Japan last year came from the United States. Germany and Belgium were the only other notable suppliers.
D F Converse a Spartanburg mill owner died recently leaving one third of his estate valued at 500000 to Converse College the women’s higher education institute he founded in Spartanburg ten years ago.
The most singular vessel in the world is the Polyphemus of the British navy. It is a long steel tube buried in the water with a deck four feet above sea level. It has no mast or sail and serves as a ram and torpedo boat.
Smokeless powder is reported to emit a shadowy vapor visible only when viewed through a violet glass disk in the field. Col. Sweet of the Army Medical Museum in Washington made the discovery.
The board of ordnance and fortification orders strict care in tests at the proving grounds to keep projectile, explosive, and gun experiment results from becoming public.
In Philadelphia a reunion of George C. Meade school alumni is planned for November 24 to mark Prof. Edward Gideon completing 50 years as a teacher there. He has educated over 19,000 pupils during his half century of service.
Russell Sage doubts that Britain and the Boers will trigger a broader clash, saying the great nations are too absorbed in their own affairs to join a needless quarrel. He cautions that such involvement is hardly possible despite tensions.
A White Plains woman defeats male rivals for the school commissioner nomination and her supporters predict she will win. Her friends say a woman's smile proves a powerful factor in this election pressure, reflecting gender dynamics of the time.
Prof Lanciani counters the view that skyscrapers are modern American design, noting in ancient Rome during Augustus's era laws were enacted due to fire danger against tall structures, some reaching ten to twelve stories.
In Tasmania the trade in axes and saws has been dominated by Americans. The plan is to foster international competition between teams of axmen and lawyers. Using British and American tools, the aim is to prove which country makes the best implements.
An Ohio State Journal anecdote recalls a woman with a tobacco fear approaching a fellow passenger and asking if he chews tobacco. He replies that he does not, but offers to get her a chaw if she wants one.
Tan Maclaren, in the October number of the American Review, argues with sharp brevity that Americans seek speed and motion in all things. He asserts a rapid progression from walking to trolley to steam car, and foresees even travel by pneumatic tube as the future.
A San Francisco dispatch reports Gen Otis confirming the death of Gen C G Howard's son. Col J C Lopez, commanding the Fifty first regiment of Town volunteers, urges a vigorous campaign to whip the Filipinos, hold captured towns, and push for stronger American prestige and trade in the Orient. He praises volunteers and the American colony in Yokohama.
Washington October 24 The Navy Department closed the incident between Rear Admiral John C Watson commander in chief of the Asiatic station and Commander E D Taussig of the Bennington citing discretionary authority and impracticability of a court of inquiry Harmony on the Asiatic station is deemed essential Taussig is detached from foreign duty and assigned shore duty with the lighthouse bureau and potential command of another vessel when practicable
Gen Frederick Funston told a San Francisco interview that claims by Kansas political leaders about his Manila order or his promotion are absurd. He said the regiment would have stayed at Camp Merritt and would still be in the Philippines if not for military needs, not political influence. He asserted political influence could not have altered the orders for return to Manila or departure from California.
Illinois tests at Chicago City Railway Co show coke from Danville coal smelts and blasts effectively. A top Illinois coke could sell near 4 percent per ton, with current best coke at 5.90 dollars. Southeastern states fetch similar prices to Connellsville coke. Over 15,000,000 tons of coke used yearly with demand often exceeding supply. reduced coke costs could lower overall manufacturing costs.
The state board of equalization met in Springfield and read an attorney general opinion stating the new assessment law does not alter section 99 of the old law. The board believes it may proceed to equalize Cook county property based on last year’s assessment since the county clerk’s return for this year is incomplete.
W. TL Farnsworth, accused of at least nine marriages under various names, was arrested in Chicago on a warrant from Mrs. Collie Potivadshaw, and identified by two wives, with more alleged victims across Arkansas and multiple aliases such as Sterling and Thomas.
Charles H. Williamson a prosperous Kirksville Mo soda manufacturer advertised for a wife receiving many responses from small towns. Quincy stood out with 104 letters from girls 16 to widowed women over 60. Williamson visits Quincy making house to house calls to his correspondents but has not announced a definite conclusion.
Edward Thurman a farmer near Pana noted for politics and lodge work. Marion county landowner Samuel E Stevenson. St John T Blackard long-time Gallatin county resident aged 62. The Bloomington hall opening drew many union members from elsewhere. Maud Ballington Booth, the "Little Mother," spoke to Joliet convicts urging reform.
Clyde Laudrain, a telegraph operator, is arrested in Chicago on suspicion of complicity in the recent Northwestern fast mail train robbery.
The Bloomington District Missionary Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church held a two days meeting in Bloomington, drawing solid attendance and active participation from members.
Wm Kemper, aged 60, of Henderson county, visiting a Pekin brother, has recently cut an entire new set of jaw teeth after the old set fell out.
Charles W. Spaulding a Chicago banker who was jailed for embezzling from the state university applies for clemency. His pardon request follows his conviction and current confinement.
The fifth annual convention of the Winds Federation of Women's clubs was held in Quincy with about three hundred delegates and visitors in attendance.
Consumers in Chicago will pay seven cents per quart for a commodity after November 1 with a possible further rise after New Year. The notice hints at an additional price increase pending.
At Joliet the Presbyterian synod of Illinois adopted resolutions opposing the seating of Mormon Congressman Roberts during its annual meeting.
Hardin Moss, Loveland constable, was shot at a din camp near Loveland while pursuing an alleged horse thief with a warrant. The suspect escaped in Moss's wagon, was chased all afternoon, and captured on South Avenue by Officers Sam Albro and Harry James after a gunfight in which the man was wounded in the leg. The captive, who gave the name Dave Williams, is said to be from Nebraska, and a chase involved Joe Morgan, sheriff’s son, who rode with Williams before being released six miles from the city. Morgan later rode home on Moss’s horse.
Chicago candy salesman Walter L Farnsworth confessed to marrying many women worldwide including four in Chicago and four in Europe and China. He used multiple aliases such as Charles Bradford A J Wittig S J Thomas A L Kiefer and Bradshaw. He said he could not name all his wives and admitted short liaisons with many.
Herman Hundhausen of Herman Missouri was found guilty of complicity in the murder of Walter F Koeller on September 2 and sentenced to 20 years in the penitentiary. Hundhausen and partner Richard Honeek stabbed Koeller in his sick bed and each claimed partial responsibility. Honeek denied prior knowledge of the crime and asserted Hundhausen’s innocence.
In London Kentucky on October 25 Tom Whitamore and Dan Parker were ambushed en route to the Clay County circuit court. Whitamore was killed Parker injured while Bob Travis was killed at Hamlet. A Philpot on the way to Manchester court was ambushed and killed at Pigeon Roost. Tensions rise on Sexton Creek between White and Baker factions as Circuit Judge Eversole avoids Manchester and court opening is delayed. The Griffins and Philpots mass, Manchester crowds grow, and the situation appears grave.
Atchison Kansas October 25 two bandits escaped from an island in the Missouri River Sunday night while 500 armed men searched for them. The men are still at large with no tangible clues. Gov Stanley has offered a 500 dollar reward, bringing the total reward to 1000 dollars as the manhunt continues.
United States Ambassador Tower in London reports that Russia has agreed to arbitrate the Behring Sea seizure claims with the United States. A protocol has been drawn, and final formulations may be completed next month. Arbitration is expected to follow the Venezuelan court model.
Washington Oct 25 Russian officers seized three American sealing vessels off the Siberian coast claiming damages about 150000. Vessels named James Lamilton Lewis Cape Horn Pigeon and C fl White. Differences from British claims pivot on jurisdiction and proximity to shore. A single arbitrator, Dutch jurist Asser, will hear the case after papers are prepared in Washington. Ambassador Tower calls the Russo American ties close and friendly awaiting settlement.
Washington reports from Key West to the surgeon general note Cuban doctors reporting only the most marked cases. In the 48 hours to Monday night 25 new cases, two among garrison soldiers, and two deaths. New Orleans also reports two new cases. Miami shows 11 new cases, mild disease. Jackson, Mississippi records two new cases since Monday, total 20 under treatment.
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