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Newspaper
Winona Daily Republican
Location
Winona, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1900
Page
2
Readers condemn the At Lastie street car strikers for violent actions against women. The piece denounces the attackers as unmanly and notes public concern over Queen Victoria wear and her diminishing influence as letters and dispatches are read, with the queen still signing documents by hand.
A new automobile device called a cow catcher aims to clear streets with minimal danger. Railways dislike it, keeping cattle off tracks by fences, but city streets accept the contraption. Also notes the death of Stephen Crane in Germany and a late manuscript titled Wounds in the Rain linked to his Cuban campaign experiences.
The note recalls Balzac’s posthumous profits and fame. Balzac’s widow earned 16000 dollars for his many novels fifteen years after his death. Balzac’s extravagant lifestyle included an 800 dollar dinner for a Russian prince and a 3000 dollar carriage for Metternich, leading to a Paris arrest for debt.
The piece defends Senator Hanna against detractors who call him a bully. It argues such labels come from rivals Pettigrew and Bacon who thrive on calumny and misrepresentation. It notes Hanna can be brusque yet is honest in public and private dealings and can respond forcefully in debate.
The article argues the Orange Free State will become a British colony, the Orange River Colony, as British forces overrun the republic. It compares gains to annexing Ohio and Massachusetts, discusses Dutch majority among whites, potential mutiny risks, and the empire's future strength or fragility.
The article argues that success depends on wise British representation in the conquered republics and avoiding war to preserve empire. It notes deep Boer resentments from past injustices and warns that unity of races would require decades. Mining growth could shift demographics aiding pacification.
Shanghai reports say Japanese troops fought near Pekin with many wounded on both sides. Russia may boost forces at Taku, risking a clash with Japan. Mobilization of the Japanese fleet is reportedly accelerating. Relations at Pekin involve the Chinese commander and Prince Ching Tu an Dowager Empress ally, while the Yan Tein station near Pekin burned and British minister MacDonald is ill.
Sam Thompson, a Holmen census enumerator, swapped a draft horse for a troublesome looking animal. The horse wrecked his road cart and Thompson planned to shoot it but instead sold it for 10 dollars. Traders cycled the animal for profit while Thompson faced revolver threats. William Patterson of Trempealeau, accused of embezzlement, was freed after testifying robbery.
Prominent blacks including bishops ministers editors and lawyers plan a national Negro party with a presidential ticket. They aim to organize in every state and run candidates for state and congressional offices. Possible pairs include E J Walker with P B Pinchback and W B Derrick with De Boise.
Manila report states it is all guess work on whether Aguinaldo was shot. Before American forces attacked Sangat the insurgent leader split his forces into groups of ten, each following different tactics.
Chicago hosts the annual stockholders meeting of the Chicago Island and Pacific Railway County. The board of directors was reelected and later reaffirmed President W. G. Purdy. Net earnings for the year reached 7,668,154 dollars, down from 36,991,804. Shareholders approved a 4 percent dividend with a 1 percent extra.
Salt Lake City Utah June reports lead producers plan forming a Utah State and later national body to raise lead prices by boosting exports. They will coordinate with the smelter trust to push higher prices.
George J. Browne a wealthy New York railway goods man earning about 50000 dollars annually died by his own hand in June. Poor health was given as the cause of the deed.
The liberals have urged Marquis Ito to accept leadership of the party with a view to a new abolition. The senate seat remains referenced as context.
The Fag Ends of Congressional Action comes to a close with only one remaining point of disagreement. The armor plate issue remains a serious sticking point delaying final progress.
Washington June 6 Congress nears adjournment after long sessions on naval and sundry civil appropriation bills. Penrose proposes armor factory plan with 4 million dollars, sparking sharp debate as parties seek final adjournment at 3 pm today.
In Washington on June 6 the House pressed a few minor bills by unanimous consent while Mr. Lentz of Ohio objected over printing the Coeur D Alene testimony. Much time was spent in recess as nominations for Alaska judicial posts were sent to the Senate.
At Indianapolis June 6 the Democratic State convention opened after a heavy rain. John W. Kern led on the first ballot for governor with 1 944 votes while Burke and Boserth trailed. Lt governor race saw Lawler 540 Simpson 383 Kohelke 402 with 764 needed for choice. The platform backed the 1896 Chicago platform, Bryan, anti imperial policies, repeal of the stamp tax, and Boer sympathy.
The West Virginia Democratic State convention in Parkersburg draws the largest attendance yet amid focus on the United States Senatorship state ticket and legislature. Harmony is urged to avoid sharp clashes while national pledges and preferences may wait for Kansas City.
Kansas City reports the Democratic State convention opening to report credentials and nominating A. M. Dockery for governor by acclamation. Ballots for lieutenant governor show Lowe, Lee, McClintic, Farris and Noonan with no winner after three rounds. platform attacks monopolies and endorses Bryan. New York dispatch notes Chicago platform Democrats cancel today’s convention after cheering State results.
Detroit June 6 The seventy fourth annual meeting opened with a paper titled Five Points read by Rev. Washington Choate D C secretary. Gen C O Howard president gave a brief energetic address outlining salient features of the society’s work.
In New York on June 6 the Socialistic Labor party convened and nominated J F Maroney of Lynn Massachusetts for President. One ballot had Maloney with sixty delegates, who accepted with a brief speech. Y Valentine Rummel of Pittsburg was nominated on the first ballot for Vice President.
Des Moines June 6 A J Holmes ex congressman and Iowa politician was declared insane by a committee at Boone. Financial troubles are cited as the cause. Holmes served two years in Congress and was elected ser-
Complete returns from Portland show Rowe Republican elected mayor by 1073. Mayor Rowe 4691 Story 3618 Wells 356. Four fusion State Senators in Multnomah county elected. In lower house Republicans five Democrats seven. George E. Chamberlain Democrat elected district attorney by 925 plurality. Remaining Republicans win city and county offices.
City reports no change in street railway dispute as negotiations stall. City Counselor Richermacher states municipal assembly can repeal any franchise and grant a new charter if the holder fails to meet obligations under the current city charter. Bills to revoke the Transit Company charter remain pending in both city chambers.
Under navy orders the battleships Massachusetts and Indiang at League Island navy yard are being prepared for service. They are to be ready and dispatched to Hampton Roads for further orders, after being piloted from the reserve basin to the Delaware riverfront for departure preparations.
Both ships nearly ready for sea after thorough overhaul at the Brooklyn navy yard. They are loaded with coal for an Atlantic voyage and carry large ammunition supplies, ready for departure.
Milwaukee June 6 second day of the Club Women’s convention reports rain dampening attendees who discussed live issues in hotel corridors. A surprise ticket of Mrs Lowe for president and Mrs Denison for vice president stirred debate amid color and reorganization clashes. Delegates debated education and school policy at Alhambra and Davidson theaters with a string of speakers from Iowa Indiana Minnesota and Chicago. Georgia delegation opts to take no action.
Ahmed Pasha, the Turkish vice-admiral sent to assess American ship building, plans to return to Constantinople soon with the collected duties. He will visit Philadelphia shipyards again and may tour Pittsburgh iron manufactories before returning to Turkey.
An official brief from Rome appoints Rev. Henry Moeller as bishop of Columbus. No word yet on vacancies in Dubuque or Fort Wayne sees or on an American cardinal appointment. Legation rumors about Corrigan and Chapell elevation are said to have no basis.
Admiral Dewey arrived in Columbus Ohio at 1 o clock as his train from Baltimore and Ohio delivered him. A seventeen gun salute opened a two day program of entertainment while a large crowd gathered at the station to see the hero of Manila Bay.
Simla dispatch dated June 5 reports a generous contribution of 1000 pounds to the Indian Famine Committee, Chicago. The message from Lady Curzon praises the timely aid and thanks the Chicago committee for its support.
Four Japanese officials arrived in San Francisco to inspect herds and select fine stock. They will evaluate California cattle before traveling east and to Europe to obtain the best breeding grades for Japan.
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