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Newspaper
Winona Daily Republican
Location
Winona, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1898
Page
1
Democrats Republicans and citizens in Chicago hold mass meetings across wards to oppose the Allen street railway legislation. Mayor Harrison leads a broad anti-boodle effort with volunteers, lawyers and ministers ready to act, while hot headed residents discuss mob action and display gibbet badges.
In Philadelphia on December 10 authorities report subpoenas issued to ex-Common Pleas Judge James J. Gordon and ex-Postmaster General John Wanamaker in Senator Quay’s conspiracy case. The move follows Sen Penrose’s charge of a political plot against Quay and the rise of Wanamaker and Gordon opposition. Subpoenas also served on Gordon law office staff as part of the defense build. Henry Mortimer Platt, founder of the first U S gold and silver refinery in New York fifty years ago, is dead at 76.
General Garcia shows improved rest but remains fragile. The Spanish transport Forgas sailed from Havana to Santander with 1,487 repatriated troops. California wine shortages lift prices amid steady demand. Dr J J Walter of Portland appointed missionary in charge of Alaska Methodist work. Swede John Anderson, linked to the Olive Pecker murder in 1807, was executed at Norfolk. Chattanooga dispatch notes Lookout Point property purchase. several political resignations and irregular names appear in garbled text.
Reported dispatch from Havana states Brigadier General Davis confirms the 202nd New York Volunteers have reached Cuba but not landed. Adjutant General Corbin received the cable noting Minnewaska discharging cargo and troops to sail after tentage and rations are prepared. Headquarters at Pinar del Rio and Gianniay or Muriel plan. one battalion at each location.
London reports Dec 10 that the Transvaal government refused to permit dispatches from the Cape Town Daily Mail correspondent in Johannesburg. The Boer campaign against Chief Mafeu of the Magotis in the Southansbourg district is described as a complete fiasco with alleged wholesale killing of women children and unarmed natives.
Texas faces a 24 hour blizzard with rain hail sleet and wind. Fourteen inches of snow reported in the Panhandle while other regions see about four inches. Crops suffer as cotton unpicked but wheat prospects improve with the early storm.
Prevails of the Pacific Coast, San Francisco report a Dec 10 storm sweeping from the Northern border to Texas and from the Pacific to Nebraska. In the city wind reached 45 mph while at Point Reyes gusts hit 96 mph. Despite the high velocity, shipping damage was limited. One of the notable storms on record.
The weather in New Orleans and the neighboring region was described as the worst December conditions in many years, affecting Mississippi and parts of Texas over a 24 hour period.
Julius K Graves longtime Iowa figure dies at 51 in Dubuque. A native of New Hampshire he helped build river roads now part of the Milwaukee system after raising 6 million dollars. He organized the Dubuque street railway and engaged in many Northwestern enterprises. since 1881 financial reverses left him poor and alone.
West Superior Wisconsin December 10 The coal dock fire at Lehigh Coal and Coke company continues burning fiercely under control of three fire tugs and two engines with little danger of spreading. About 800 square yards of dock and coal are likely to be destroyed at an estimated loss of 25000 to 350000, officials say.
The cabinet in Washington discussed a new tariff plan tied to the Spanish withdrawal from Cuba. Reported aims include roughly a 50 percent reduction across rates, with no export duties and an overall lighter taxation burden as of January 1.
John McCullagh former New York police chief and late Metropolitan district elections superintendent travels by Pennsylvania Railroad at midnight to Havana. He will meet General Green on arrival and submit a report to President McKinley on methods to reorganize Havana police forces.
Dispatch from Chihuahua reports Grant G. Gillott the fugitive Kangaa cattleman has vanished from the Chihuahua area and is believed moving toward Mexico City or Mazatlan on the Pacific coast, en route to the South.
A lingering Spanish accusation claims Americans caused the battleship Maine disaster and asserts their accusers could commit the act, reflecting ongoing diplomatic tensions over the incident.
The Imparcial reports an inflammatory piece blaming certain U S factions for intensifying wartime sentiment and suggests Spaniards could be accused of a monstrous act. It argues Spain cannot endure the charge and prefers national death by own action over such imputations.
Madrid December 10 The Standard notes Senor Montero Rios acted on government instructions in refusing American demands on the Carolines and signaling an intent to end negotiations. Government and press approve his stance.
A report notes a suspect defrauded the Nevada bank of the city of over $20,000 by means of a raised check. The incident underscores the risk of forged instrument schemes and the need for scrutiny in banking transactions.
The Patria club hosted Colonel Henry Watterson who urged national expansion arguing England's expansion in safety can guide America. He warned the US must advance or face loss of self-respect and called for a bigger market, noting the Philippines as a key link to global civilization and unity.
The Navy reports from Manila and nearby Philippines stations show notable improvement in conditions and a growing spirit among factions previously seen as troublesome. Admiral Dewey and General Otis both note hopeful signs from their officers’ observations.
In Spain the end of negotiations is welcomed as apprehensions fade that the United States would press fresh pretensions on the Spanish peace commissioners at every session. The public mood is one of approval and relief over the finality of the talks.
The Industrial Commission in Washington prepared to begin a full inquiry into capital and labor. Subcommittees on agriculture mining manufactures and transportation completed work and a joint panel was formed to harmonize plans and avoid duplication. The commission will collect documentary evidence then hear individual testimony to illuminate the broader question.
United States transport Berlin arrived from Verto with Major General John R Brooke and staff aboard. They missed the Washington boat and stayed at Old Point overnight while a Louisville committee met the soldiers. Six sick men were transported to a government hospital after transfer from the Josiah Sampson.
Spirits among Native factions promise trouble while the United States weighs the Beat Meaing pledge from the Paris treaty to free Spanish prisoners. About 500 clerical prisoners are in captivity on islands beyond Luzon and the government expects captors to surrender them after representations from General Otis and Admiral Dewey. Navy may be needed to reach captives on other islands.
Wealthy Filipino brothers Cortez who arrived from Manila met with Secretary Day at the state department to present statements on events and conditions in the Philippines. Day listened with interest as they outlined their views and concerns.
A carload of government property disappeared from Camp Hamilton hospital, quartermaster's department. No details or accounts of the loss are known and no one can locate the missing consignment.
The text sketches scattered observations on discipline in schools and ritual practices. It mentions a medical rationale for pupil rewards in class parts and notes rules about smoking during recitations. Folkloric images describe nobles in an ancient feast with attendants, chariots, palanquins, and ceremonial cleansing.
A fragmented OCR note references a political dispute over fiscal policy and hogs in the United States. It mentions a governor and a budget figure around sixty thousand, with unclear context about a state or national stance and potential livestock implications.
Flour mill leaders discuss a trust led by Thomas McIntyre with promoters and managers departing for New York as talks confirm a plan to unite six mills at Duluth West Superior and Superior. Total cash price about 1 750 000 with daily capacity around 17 500 barrels plus 1 000 more if Minkota joins.
The piece notes strong retail activity and encouraging wholesale conditions in many markets. Holiday trade looks set to make a record, with early cold weather aiding heavy clothing distribution, while iron and steel show continued activity and rising prices across most classes.
A Washington report states the next expedition to Manila will depart New York around month’s end. It will include three regular infantry regiments, carried on two large converted transports, possibly with a convoy of warships, as Adjutant General Corbin speeds preparations.
The New York Tribune notes cut glass and crystal buttons in diverse shapes and colors. Ball buttons in red, garnet, lavender, green, white, tan, and sapphire sell at about 48 cents per 4 dozen, with white cast balls at 11 cents a dozen. Crystal olives and “olives” with single or multiple stones fetch 58 cents to 1.24 per item. Flat crystal buttons show many patterns, ranging 65 cents to 1.60 per 4 dozen, others 8 cents to 1.87 per dozen.
A fragmented excerpt describes cleaning a tub with a cloth moistened by a clean solution to prevent watermarks. It mentions routine weekly rubbing and cautions about common blemishes appearing in well kept baths, though the overall meaning is uncertain due to OCR errors.
The text describes collar and curtain boxes used as Christmas gifts. They are pasteboard oxen divided into compartments and trimmed with embroidered linen tufting. A pincushion is formed from the pieces and repurposed for use.
A traveler encounters a mountain maiden at a farmhouse near a well where she stirs a two gallon kettle of apple butter. She rebuffs water offerings, insisting on tending the kettle and claiming mountain pride over butter making. The scene captures rugged frontier manners in a Washington Star column.
A Cleveland Plain Dealer quip describes a demented visitor and a keeper with a rhyme filled cage. The helpless man rattles off rapid sounds like doll dwell amol sholl foll holl knoll. The keeper explains the man finished a rhyming dictionary for war poets as the war suddenly ended.
A fragment from New York Weekly depicts a quarrel between a rich older man and his wife about broken promises before marriage. The dialogue hints at melodramatic claims of devotion and betrayal.
Dialog from Ainslee's Magazine jokes about an inventor making a phone attachment to see the caller and a smoking apparatus to tell if a husband has been drinking. The quip highlights early tech fantasies and social relations.
The Chicago Tribune notes a whispered romance involving Mabel Arlinghory and young Mr Grayte-Snapp, son of a wealthy mucilage manufacturer, drawing local chatter about propriety and class.
A fragment from the Cincinnati Enquirer describes Fo racing along the potash trail with cowboys gaining behind him. He realizes too late that pursuers threaten a deadly end within minutes if he cannot outrun them.
A Queensland legislator of Irish lineage in a recent speech delivered a sharp observation about policy. He said they keep cutting the wool off the sheep that lay the golden legs until they pump it dry, a metaphor criticizing ongoing resource exploitation.
A clipped quotation notes Gabriella’s strong knowledge on any subject while contrasting a remark about someone’s inability to settle debts. The source presents a satirical or opinionated snippet from the Enquirer, highlighting a claim of informedness against a charge of fiscal negligence.
Fragmentary chatter from a periodical page mentions fear of a man behind gunk and a “fancy hunting suite” with references to a living situation under an assumed Mama. The text includes garbled dialogue about music at an exhibition and a garbled name Syracusa.
A garbled note suggests a scandal involving Marana and a Latin lover, with warnings of betrayal and social consequences. The text implies mischief and a romantic entanglement affecting reputation. The fragmentary wording hints at public admonition and personal conflict.
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