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Newspaper
Winona Daily Republican
Location
Winona, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1900
Page
1
In Wassixetoun Jan 20 the senate discussed a resolution on Transvaal recognition. Rep Hale of Maine delivered a sensational and international speech accusing critics of strong sympathy with Britain and slamming Commissioner Evans amid a pension debate.
Minnesota plans multiple spur projects in northern regions and Duluth will see 193 pockets added to a new ore dock with 21 ton capacity each.
The Post reports a railroad agreement to abolish railway commissions will take effect February 1. A committee of presidents announced that all lines not represented at the adoption meeting had been secured, marking a new departure in U S railroad operation and shifting control away from individual presidents.
Frankfort Ky Jan 20 Hearing of counter claims by Republicans in the gubernatorial contest covered admissibility and the right to strike out partially admitted evidence. The contesting board adjourned before completing the final arguments as Governor Bradley was mentioned.
British forces Warren and Dundonald advance with cautious tempo as expectant battle looms. Boer incursions described as swarming in the hills, with fighting likely soon as security measures tighten.
From Stranraer’s Camp on January 19 Sir Charles Warren and Lord Dundonald push a cautious advance toward Ladysmith with artillery fire reported at multiple points. Natives describe kopjes crowded with Boers as Buller is reinforced and time grows tense.
A compact notice touts price competitiveness and customer care promising better value than competitors to entice shoppers through persuasive sales language. The piece emphasizes trade willingness and consumer benefit in a local retail context.
London dispatch reports Buller’s force near Ladysmith expanding with 22 000 to 25 000 troops and 50 guns north of the Tugela, plus about 40 000 total in an outer arc. Durban transports push reinforcements as Boers shore up eastern defenses with 10 000 workers carving positions. Continuous fighting expected over two to three days.
London reports from Spearmans Farm that Boers east of Colenso crossed south of Tugela and set fire to villages as Buller’s forces moved. Boer lines near Colenso weakened by reinforcements westward. they evacuated river trenches and kopjes, with British infantry advancing and later pulling back to Chieveley.
Senators and representatives discussed public sympathy for the Boers amid Britain’s war. Mr Hale spoke with force on liberties and disclaimed Atlantic support for Britain. A resolution, amended, passed after debate between Mr Allen and Mr Spooner. Mr Morgan addressed the financial bill briefly.
A fragment notes that Republicans subpoenaed 2,700 witnesses as part of a larger inquiry. The line suggests a push for maximum time and extensive testimony in a political or legal proceeding. The source text is incomplete but centers on witness counts and legislative process.
Dr H D Quarry reports 89 diphtheria cases and 10 deaths in a Russian settlement 25 miles south and west of Carrington North Dakota. No cases at Carrington or along the Northern Pacific line. Quarantine extended where possible as of January 20 in Jamestown.
The House approved a 145 245 250 dollar pension appropriation bill and used the moment to attack the pension commissioner. Rep Curtis led the criticism joined by Lentz Norton and Robinson with Northern Democrats as allies. Mahon accused pension sharks of robbing veterans, while defenders argued against liberal administration. A rider was added to allow withholding attorney fees in cases not personally supervised by the attorneys.
The third annual convention ended in Fort Worth Texas after endorsing the Nicaragua canal project and statehood for New Mexico Arizona and Oklahoma. John N Simpson of Texas was named commissioner to the Paris exposition and John Wa Springer was re elected president. The group called on Congress to fund agricultural colleges nationwide and plans to meet next year in Salt Lake City.
The Sioux City wife of Dr Gustave Mahe who died here suddenly last week has yielded and his San Francisco wife will possess the remains. The body will be disinterred and sent to the Golden Gate for burial after interment in Sioux City.
At Sprammans Camp Natal on Thursday night the Boer trenches faced persistent naval gunfire all day. Boers were intermittently seen, and a larger force moving from Ladysmith headed northwest toward the British positions. Bal Joon aided observation as Lyttleton's force demonstrated toward Brakefontein kopjes under heavy artillery fire. General Warren's troops held two kopjes near Spion Kop amid some ineffective Boer sniping. Graaff-Reinet Boers, who left Proeska Jan 15, moved north across the river.
From Spearman Camp a Telegraph dispatch notes Lord Dundonald moving west of General Warren. The attack secures an avenue toward Ladysmith as Warren advances and Boer fire remains weak. Continuous bombardment by British guns continues.
Obituaries note Canon Henry Twells and Minneapolis businessman W H Benton. Adelbert Hay arrives as US consul to Pretoria. Sugar prices rise. Boxer bout ends 25 rounds. Senator Clark may resign if committee action adverse. Smallpox cases rise to seven in Helena Pesthouse. John Mitchell and Pearce reelected by United Mine Workers. Pullman GM denies salary cuts. Leroy Secor arrested for embezzlement. Durban dispatch reports Bundesrath cargo due for rel delivery to agents and待 loading at Delagos Bay.
A January 20 meeting of Democratic members in the Ways and Means Committee room weighed how the term United States in the Constitution applies to new insular possessions. The issue could decide tariff status and immigration effects, but no action was taken and the discussion resumed next week.
The Commercial Advertiser reports a large sum will be spent between now and May 1 on extensions and improvements to the Duluth Missabe and Northern railroad in Duluth and surrounding areas.
Ladysmith reports quiet on January 1% with the relief column signals from Colenso and Springfield. The Eighth Division mobilization orders were issued in Loxton on January 20. In Indianapolis, Paul Robinson shot his wife in a Swartz office after a quarrel.
A fragment notes examination at the Basle customhouse concerning the estate of deceased individuals and shipments of fresh fruits, outlining the conditions for clearance and inspection.
News from Cairo reports Osman Digna principal general of the late Khalifa Abdullah has been captured after expeditions from Suakim led by Captain Burgess. He was in the Tokah area six days ago and taken unhurt in the hills amidst ongoing campaigns.
Witnesses in the Clark Montana case detail a $1,500 payment to Cason for professional services and a recanting letter to Wellcome. Cason confirms writing the letter though denies it being a lie. The hearing proceeds with new testimony from Cooney Butler Warren and Cason.
VIENNA January 30 Emperor Francis Joseph accepted the resignation of the ministry led by Dr. H. von Wittek and entrusted Dr. von Koerber with forming a new cabinet. The extension clause remains conditional on legislation by congress.
A plan outlines a deep waterway connection extending from the Great Lakes toward the Gulf of Mexico. Proponents argue it would boost shipping, create jobs, and reduce transport costs, while officials weigh environmental and financial implications.
Announcement from Omaha on January 20 states that A. B. Churchill authority manages the Omaha and Northern Street Railway project to Yankton. The grading contract has been let and most of the right of way purchased.
A historical overview highlights early fortress ships and battleships from Napoleon’s era to the 1812 war. It notes the 1789 floating fortress design, 1610 Royal Pripy battleship, a swift 32 gun frigate, the Boston built Constitution coppered by Paul Revere, and rapid victories over Guerriere Java Cyane and Levant in 1815 as described by Leslie's Weekly.
The excerpt discusses how different nations approach lamps. It notes French lamps use globes, avoiding daytime shades, while English lamps vanish when not needed, with candies and mips stored for later use, a system claimed suited to large homes and English establishments.
A concise report notes Pratt and Brann, both aged 70, being admitted in Switzerland amid ongoing gate discussions. The item highlights the timing and context of their admission within the broader diplomatic exchange.
The piece explains that tortoise shell refers to the turtle’s scales rather than its shell covering. It notes eight flat plates and five curved ones, with a large turtle yielding about eight pounds of material. Plate thickness ranges from one inch to a quarter inch.
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