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Newspaper
Winona Daily Republican
Location
Winona, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1900
Page
1
The notice claims all calculations are on a cash basis and asserts the trade is fair only if the party benefits more than rivals. It presents a competitive offer to customers.
The article reports on continuing minor successes and gains that please the British and French publics and hint at Pilcher victories that may ease tensions with colonial Dutch, suggesting a hopeful political momentum.
Reports from London note two hundred thousand English troops in Africa or en route, with observers predicting Lord Roberts will command about 200000 men once reinforcements join. The piece cites French and Pilcher victories affecting Dutch loyalties and warns Cape Colony politics remain dangerous until Tugela is crossed and Ladysmith relieved.
The Daily Mail reports the defense committee will soon propose spending 5,000,000 pounds to strengthen imperial defense, notably artillery, to bring Britain to par with other great powers.
Jan 1 reports from Frere Camp show Boers asking why Roberts is coming and what Buller did. British reply questions the Boers. Prisoners say Captain Gordon Chesney Wilson and five others were wounded in a Mafeking sortie. Tugela River fordable. Bailer's army in good form. German bark Hans Wagner seized at Delagoa Bay. London note mentions domestic affairs only.
Manila Jan 8 Colonel Pattit and Lieutenant Colonel Hayes of the Thirty-fifth infantry on the transport Manuneng arrived Nov 28 and reported hardships at sea. Their official reports corroborate the earlier tale of an unseaworthy vessel with scant provisions. Draxing N Y Jan 3 blizzard in Chautauqua county halts Western New York trains with drifts up to ten feet between Mayville and Silver Creek. Snow is six feet deep on level ground in many areas. Pied Gasqting Carelessly Deg Moris Jan 3 Miss Hmms Dye, long serving Des Moines teacher and Lucas school principal, attempted to fill a lit gasoline stove reservoir and is expected to die.
Citizens of Walker Cass Lake and nearby areas protest the removal of soldiers from Walker claiming the action harms community security and local interests. The brief notes ongoing discontent and formal protests as the plan proceeds.
The report notes a garrison at Walker is labeled to precipitate further trouble with the Indians, a prospect freely hinted at as a near future possibility.
The House committee investigating Mr. Roberts of Utah will deliver its report after Congress convenes. A majority recommendation is to exclude Roberts from the House and bar him from taking the oath on credentials. A minority report may be issued defending sworn status, with eviction following.
Cratic legislators to succeed Lindsay mark the close of one of Kentucky's most bitter political battles, signaling a major shift in state leadership and policy direction.
Major General Zenas R Bliss U S A retired died at Providence hospital after weeks of illness. A Rhode Island native he had a notable Civil War record and was twice brevetted for gallant service at Fredericksburg and the Wilderness. He became a major general in May 1897 and retired shortly after 40 years of active service.
Former Senator J. C. Blackburn was selected by the Democratic legislature caucus to succeed Senator William Lindsay in the U. S. Senate. The nomination followed retirement and was expected, with a large crowd witnessing the caucus chaired by Senator Goebel amid strong support for Blackburn.
Washington on January 3 reports the president has taken up whether to reward naval officers who took part in destroying Cervera's fleet off Santiago. He plans to present recommendations to Congress soon, possibly renewing advancement by numbers for Rear Admiral Sampson and his officers, with some changes the Senate previously rejected.
Police under Commissioner Lawrence E. McGann take control of the Northwestern Elevated Railway after a lengthy clash with the company. The stakes include possible franchise forfeiture and a $100,000 bond to guarantee completion by January 1. The clash centers on safety concerns and the company’s refusal to halt trains.
The state department reports Ambassador Choate presented facts from London about the seizure by British war ships of the Beatrice Mashona and Maria, items including flour and common trade goods shipped for fish and Gur yosa ships. Officials say the goods were not contraband and refused to admit the right of seizure. A preliminary diplomatic step has been issued to inform Britain of the protest.
Preliminary to a decision the president and Secretary Long held a consultation with sight of the Santiago captains at the White House.
New York reports Danish lawyer Carl Hansen, who represented Copenhagen in negotiations, heads to Washington with cables from the Danish government. He cites the recent war reducing value and notes bids previously offered to Cleveland at 7.5 million dollars. He says it is vital for the United States to prevent other powers from acquiring Western Hemisphere territory.
Berlin reports a painful impression in political circles after a British cruiser seized a German mail steamer. Diplomatic steps began in London as Berlin awaits response and the issue of searching neutral ships on the high seas is pressed by the German government.
Lansina Jan 8 ex Quartermaster General White of Grand Rapids and Adjutant General Marsh of Allegan are missing with reports they have left the state. White left Grand Rapids for Chicago to spend New Year with his mother and sent a letter promising no word for months while denying wrongdoing and calling himself a scapegoat. A government fiscal report shows December 1899 receipts at 46,759,104 and expenditures at 39,145,550, yielding a 7,618,545 surplus.
At Hartville Missouri James Ed Moore aged 63 killed his wife age 22 a shocking domestic case. Separately Charles H Chappel of Chicago and James H Hopkins of St Louis named receivers for the Omaha and St Louis railroad company. Chicago university receives a New Year gift of 3870000 dollars with half raised by President Harper on condition of matching donation by another figure.
Goebel called caucus to order as cheers lasted minutes. Senators Alexander Hays and McConnell avoided the caucus. Blackburn was nominated by Goebel amid a pledge that the anti fraud purge would confirm Democratic wins and a Democratic legislature would finalize contests to place rightful officeholders in state posts.
Papers served on Governor Taylor and Lieutenant Governor Marshall in Frankfort Kentucky outline nine contest grounds. The filing by Senator Goebel and J C W Beckham argues any single ground could change the election result and affects 17 contested house seats with 10 Democrats and seven Republicans involved.
Whallen arrives in Fraxeroft Kentucky and posts a $10,000 bond after Senator Harrell accuses him of offering $4,500 to vote against Goebel in the gubernatorial contest.
Daniel Tallon presided as Lord Mayor John Redmond announced the results of a regent tour of Dublin officials in the United States for the Parnell memorial fund The committee adopted a resolution thanking Americans especially Tammany Hall for a £3000 donation and decided to proceed with erecting the memorial.
ABBESS Jan 8. Senator Dejeung ex minister of justice and council of state member. Former Senator la Fontaine and other prominent Universalist League of Peace figures plan a meeting next Thursday to urge the United States to mediate in the South African war.
The steamer Puritan was driven ashore near St Johns Newfoundland on January 3, with crew reported safe. Rescue operations underway as authorities assess hull damage and risk to other vessels in the area.
Hanna will stay as senator to manage the Republican end of the next national campaign and will also act as presiding officer of the Philadelphia convention.
Cleveland reports Senator Hanna will chair the next Republican national committee and also serve as both temporary and permanent chairman of the Republican national convention. The move is tied to President McKinley’s anticipated support and the Buckeye State delegation led by Hanna and Foraker.
Our consul at Lourenao Marest provides a report on the present condition of the merged or detained goods and the damage they sustained. The document assesses status, quantity, and potential compensation needs. It notes observations from the field and outlines next steps for recovery or release.
Secretary Root reports negatively on the pardon petition of the Fifteenth Minnesota men involved in the Augusta mutiny. He says army discipline must be maintained and the punishment is none too severe, though officials may reconsider in the next six months.
New Haven Connecticut reports Articles of Incorporation filed by Ontario Superior company to operate timber lands and engage in transportation and irrigation with a capital of 20 million dollars.
The anti-saloon fight in Des Moines is practically abandoned. The pro-saloon petition has been filed with about 1,500 more signatures than the law demands.
The passage notes that among Polynesians a man’s skin bearing salt water marks is seen as an insult and that after sea bathing a fresh water bath is deemed essential to wash off the salt.
The Mississippi legislature organized with Hon. Jud Ranael of Lauderdale elected speaker. The report notes Ohio delegates to the next Republican national convention will include Senators Hanna and Foraker, Governor Nash, and General Dick, head of the state committee. The president favors Senator Hanna for the next campaign and delegates will acquiesce. The union of political figures signals upcoming party maneuvering.
A Washington Star excerpt shows a trusted lieutenant warning about disclosure of wealth while a politician shrugs, saying the point has been discussed and they need not worry until money trails arise.
Fragmented note quotes cab drivers defending their trade during wartime chatter. The text mixure mentions ships, highways, and a distant place in a garbled form, suggesting a contemporaneous debate about roles and dangers at sea versus road transport.
Fragmentary notes indicate a cautious outlook on business growth with emphasis on people and timing. The speaker notes PD has not seen strong activity yet but expects it to come and urges targeting the right audience once the current priorities lessen.
A city journalist reports on a winter snowstorm that lockers him in. With a locked spring door and frozen kitchen he braves the cold in light clothing to fetch coal from an outside area. He cannot open the door but eventually returns indoors via a neighbor’s window after a chilly chase with the snow. His wife will hear of the frosty escapade.
A pastor's wife visits a desperate, poor family. A bearded man explains they keep a coal stove burning all night because they lack matches and cannot relight it if extinguished, highlighting hardship and improvised warmth after 10 PM.
A brief Chicago Record quip notes Clara replies to a letter sent long prior. The exchange touches on mail timing and a winter overcoat cue, delivered in light humorous tone.
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