11 Jun 1896
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Newspaper
Winona Daily Republican
Location
Winona, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1896
Page
1
The article reports that Manley’s statement signals no further support for Reed and could split his backing. Supporters warn the move may cost Reed many votes and prompt calls for Reed to withdraw his own name to free delegates from obligations.
The convention hall in St Louis was formally dedicated with a large audience from the city. Senator Carter and national committee members joined Governor Stone and other prominent figures on the stage as vocal and instrumental music accompanied speeches, marking the building's first public viewing during the convention.
The Southwestern Winter Wheat Millers Association held its annual session in Kansas City. H. H. Brown of Parsons, Kansas, was elected president for the coming year.
A blaze in the Oklahoma district at Whiting Indiana killed three people and destroyed two frame structures. Fire crews battled the flames as investigators searched for the cause.
The Republican national committee settled Alabama delegate contests for the national convention. All 22 disputed seats from the four at large and nine districts were resolved. Of 18 decided cases, 16 favored McKinley and two favored Reed for president, with a clear majority for Vaughn McKinley delegates in the at large contest.
Sr Louis June 11 Richard Kerens of Missouri says the national committee member backs a cautious silver policy. He cites his Canton meeting with Major McKinley and rejects any plank that would bind McKinley, urging protection of the current monetary standard while supporting limited silver currency under strict rules.
June 11 report notes copious May rains improved Spanish grain conditions but crop area is smaller, Spain to import 600 million pounds of wheat. Experts say US should supply this demand via direct steamship lines to capitalize on favorable location.
Postmaster Washington Hesing of Chicago says he will switch from the Democratic Party and back the Republican nominee if free silver is adopted by Democrats and a gold standard is chosen by Republicans. Generals Inclan Murizo and others meet in Pinar del Rio to discuss campaign strategy. The Westminster Gazette reports British documents supporting its Venezuela boundary case were found in the Vatican during a search for data.
Senator Proctor says he does not want to be vice president and will not be nominated. Editor McLean of the Cincinnati Enquirer is mentioned as a potential Democratic vice presidential candidate being engineered at the Capitol.
London June 11 The trial for breach of promise by actress May Gore against Viscount Sudley, eldest son of the Earl of Arran, awarded damages to the defendant. Maprin Havana dispatch reports Spain's administration in serious financial trouble with three months pay arrears for troops and growing discontent.
In Seattle on June 11 Judge Hanford overruled objections to the confirmation of the Seattle Lake Shore and Eastern Railroad property sale and signed the order confirming the sale.
From Rio de Janeiro, a Herald dispatch reports Portugal offered to mediate between England and Brazil over the Trinidad dispute, with full details received by President Moraes.
Western League results from Indianapolis Columbus 6 10 Grand Rapids 8 Milwaukee 3. Standings show Detroit Indianapolis Kansas City St Paul Minneapolis Milwaukee Columbus Grand Rapids with varied percentages. National League scores from New York Cincinnati 10 6 Brooklyn 1 4 Philadelphia 2 Cleveland 65 Washington 13 Chicago 14 Baltimore 9 Louisville 0. Club standings list Cleveland 666 Baltimore .642 Cincinnati .690 Philadelphia 677 Boston .661 Washington .500 Pittsburg .800 Chicago .488 Brooklyn .4715 New York .476 St Louis .809 Louisville .215.
Congress settles differences by joint resolution fixing 4 p.m. as adjournment time. Senate gains on sundry civil bill amendments while House insists on original appropriations. Compromise on District of Columbia aid to church charitable institutions extends one more year.
Washington June 11 the house cleared desks for final adjournment passing 53 bills and joint resolutions the most notable 200000 for the trans mississippi exposition at Omaha. Allen of Mississippi provided humor while Cannon fought sundry civil items. Conference report on the DC bill adopted and senate adjournment resolution passed after 2:30 PM.
The Senate passed the contempt of court bill with safeguards for indirect contempts and full hearings. Senator Smith of New Jersey blocked the Northern Pacific bill while Senator Mitchell pressed for action. Towne's bridge bill for Fond du Lac cleared the House. The Massachusetts was transferred to the U S government at League Island Navy Yard. Henry Payne Whitney and Gertrude Van derbilt announced their engagement in New York.
Woodlawn police and Captain Shippey investigate after a middle aged man left a valise in Elmer Barron’s saloon on State Street during Decoration Day. Barron opened the satchel and found 60 half pound sticks of dynamite a pile of percussion caps and several boxes of bullets. The source offers no clue to the man’s origin destination or intended use.
Dr. D. G. Delgado and his son D. M. Delgado, American citizens, arrived in New York on the City of Washington from Havana to file formal complaints with the state department about alleged abuse in Cuba. The elder Delgado was shot nearly fatally by Spanish troops, his servant killed, and his property destroyed. Also aboard was Felix Cabello, a Spanish officer, on an important mission. The Times reports Havana talk of home rule for Cuba with Spanish debt transfer and US guarantees. In Havana, Consul General Lee dined with Weyler, with Williams present, and other Spanish officers as guests.
John BR Best a wealthy lumber dealer committed death by own action at St Louis by cutting his throat with a razor. Mrs Annie Dyer the Rudbig baby farmer arrested April 9 on murder charges of infants she cared for was hanged in Newgate prison.
The Red River at Fargo North Dakota rose rapidly on June 11 covering Fourth Street and surrounding Island Park. The unusually high June water threatens Shantytown residents who may need to move as floodwaters swell.
In St. Louis on June 11 the St. James hotel refused to entertain negro delegates and cancelled a $6,000 contract it had agreed to for feeding and housing delegates.
Dunkard elders from the eastern states forecast a large immigration to North Dakota in the fall. They estimate about 5,000 of their faith have already entered the state this year, mainly from Indiana, with many more expected as land holders by next spring.
June 11 report from Chicago notes Atlantic steamboats and Western Passenger Association members declare a boycott against the Soo Line and connected roads over disputed rates, expressing satisfaction with the stance amid ongoing fare conflicts.
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