Davis Seeks Internal Tax on Porto Rico Rum and Tobacco
Minnesota Senator Davis urged an internal revenue tax on Porto Rico rum and tobacco instead of tariffs to fund the Porto Rico government. He argued the approach would be fairer, constitutionally sound, and better for both U S and Porto Rico, urging abandonment of a tax between the islands. The Senate planned a vote on the tariff bill Tuesday at 4 p.m. in Washington.
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Washingson
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Porto Rico
Davis
Minn
United States
Porto Tiico
Senate Fails to Confirm W. D. Bynum Nomination
Washington March 29 The Senate in executive session failed to confirm W. D. Bynum as general appraiser of the port at New York due to lack of a quorum. Debated by Jones Money Fairbanks Spooner the opposition cited party rules while supporters noted his long Democratic allegiance and 1896 gold Democrat stance.
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Senate
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New York
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Additional Judge Appointed for Minnesota District Court
Washington. On March 29 Senator Davis introduced a bill to appoint an additional United States district judge in Minnesota with the same jurisdiction and powers as the existing judge.
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Davis Bss
United States
Minnesota
State Treasurer Charges Governor and Officials in Railroads Case
Des Moines report says State Treasurer Herriot released a seven column public statement accusing Governor Shaw State Auditor Merriam and Secretary Dobson of lowering railroad assessments for railroad interests. The note reflects long running executive conflicts raising legislative shock. Senate approves strict anti prize fight bill penalizing sparring for a prize with fines and penalties for owners and aids.
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Herriot
Executive Council
Shaw
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Dobson
Senate
Thousands of Emigrants Lass Through the Twin Cities
In St Paul on March 29 a vast immigrant shipment arrives, about 2000 farming families with household goods and farm machinery. The group hails from multiple states and plans to settle across the West, with major flows via Northern Pacific and Soo routes toward Manitoba North Dakota and beyond.
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Mouse Mountains
Winnipeg Board Asked to Take Over Catholic Schools
At a Winnipeg public school board meeting a Catholic separate schools delegation urged the board to assume control of Catholic schools. Catholics have paid taxes for a decade toward public schools yet cannot benefit educationally, deeming it unfair. Rejection could reopen long-standing school tensions from years past.
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Wavyiee
Winnipeg
Catholic Separate Schools
McKinley Plans De Facto Recognition for Kentucky Republicans
President McKinley told Kentucky Republicans he cannot disarm either faction but will recognize Republican officials as de facto. He said mail addressed to an official by title should go to Republicans holding those offices, not to Democrats.
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Washington
Kentucky
City suit to void Fargo lighting contract
Taxpayers serve notice of a suit to void the current lighting contract with Fargo Electric Co. They contend no appropriation was made and the debt limit exceeded, branding the contract exorbitant. Also: Indiana Republicans discuss state convention dates and potential chairs. A bribe charge is filed against ex-education board member George Irrey in Omaha.
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Park Reaches Highest Point Since 1895 and Other Items
Park tops peak not seen since March 1895. Sir George White sails from Cape Town to England. Former Senator Phile tus Sawyer of Wisconsin is seriously ill. W J Rainey of Ohio dies at 63. German famine worsens with rising prices. A road plan to link Western Iowa with Kansas City Southern is proposed. Public lands committee favors buffalo reserve in New Mexico to restore bison herds.
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New Mexico
One Word Rubber
The Cleveland Plain Dealer recounts a story of Professor Garner visiting Africa and his chimp audience, noting he understood only one word in his encounters. A stray moment shows a chimpanzee uttering a single word, rubber, as Garner listened in a cage.
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Cleveland Plain Dealer
Not Good Eating in Cannibal Tale
The prime minister studies a proverb book from the late missionary and asks about its meaning. The cannibal king quips that one man’s meat is another man’s poison and adds a sharp twist about cigarette smokers being inedible.
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Bridge Destruction Delays Advance at Glen
From Lonpor March 29 dispatches The Morning Post reports First Coldstreams and Third Grenadiers at Glen with Gordons cavalry brigade and Fourteenth brigade in support. The span bridge at Glen was dynamited three hours before Guards arrived and repairs will delay further advance for a time as General Gatacre's forces arrive.
Long road to travel for Roberts toward Kroonstadt
Lord Roberts moves 10 000 troops to Glen near Bloemfontein as preparatory to a general advance. Stores gather at Bloemfontein while Milner surveys the newly acquired lands. Roberts faces 185 miles to Kroonstadt with slow progress 10 miles per day.
Boer Peace Envoys Plan Varies Across Reports
News reports give conflicting plans for the Boer peace envoys Wolmarans Fischer and Wes sels. Some say they will go to Berlin then St Petersburg, others report a Naples start and a direct route to New York via Berlin and Brussels without visiting Russia.
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Russia
Soldierly qualities praised by Davis in Boer War account
Davis praised Boer troops for courage and fair treatment during his travel. He rode in President Kruger’s private car from Lourenco Marques to Pretoria and met English generals Roberts and Etienne on the Modder River, spending time in their camp.
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Etchener
Modder
London Press Salutes Dead General Joubert
London newspapers praise General Joubert’s military skill and chivalry after his death. They note his bold Tugela river raid with 3000 rifles and six guns, His rapid movements misled British commanders and preserved his patrol as reinforcements arrived. General White lauded him as brave and generous.
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Paris Press Hails General Joubert Death as Blow to Boers
Paris reports the general Joubert death as a serious loss to the federals and warns that a change in chief command will have grave consequences for Boer operations.
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Joubert
Kruger to Take Command of Transvaal Forces
A Pretoria dispatch reports President Kruger will assume chief command of Transvaal forces amid the crisis in South Africa.
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Pretoria
Kruger
Transvaal
Government Chest Reveals Securities Worth £6.5 Million
Bloemfontein reports military authorities found in a Free State government chest realizable securities totaling 6.5 million pounds. The discovery marks a significant wartime asset amid ongoing operations.
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Bloemfontein
Free State
Grovelar Escapes as Boer Forces Mass Near Basutoland
Bloemfontein dispatch reports Commandant Grovelar led 6,000 men from Colesberg along the Basuto border to avoid Allied pursuit. Boers are said to number 40,000 with 8,000 near the Natal frontier and 20,000 massed at Kroonstad, while rail delays hinder supply arrivals.
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Kroonstadt
Watson Leaves Manila for Hong Kong Transfer of Command
Rear Admiral Watson aboard the Brooklyn departs for Hong Kong and is slated to transfer his command to Rear Admiral Remey. Two gunboats nearby chased a steamer signaling from Cape Boweador, Luzon, which dimmed its lights and fled seaward.
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Make Splendid Soldiers. Davis Sees Boer Strength at Pretoria
Assistant Secretary Webster Davis arrived on the Aller from Genoa. He denied an official visit, met President Kruger, and said Boers can sustain their struggle against Britain for some time despite reverses, after personally witnessing Boer troops in action.
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New York
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Genoa
Webster Davis
Interior Department
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Pretoria
Court of Appeals to Hear Kentucky Contest Cases Monday
Louisville March 29 The court of appeals will hear the consolidated governor ship contest cases next Monday in Louisville and expects an immediate ruling after the hearing. The move follows prior filings by involved lawyers and signals a swift decision. The Herald cable from Ponce Puerto Rico condemns tariff manipulation by Congress and calls for swift action to aid the poor and affected merchants and planters.
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Horton Law Repealed by Senate in Albany
The bill repealing the Horton boxing law passed the senate and was signed by Governor Roosevelt. It becomes effective September 1, 1990, removing the boxing regulation formerly in place.
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Movements of the Czar's Fleet Signal Seizure of Port
A Kobe dispatch to the Daily Mail dated March 28 warns renewed conflict between Russia and Japan in Korea. Russian fleet movements suggest possible seizure of a Korean port as Tokyo officials hold talks amid naval activity this month.
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Korea
Greater Than Conscience The Poor Man Did Wrong
A suburban couple’s confrontation unfolds as the husband admits abandoning his family to avoid moving a new home. The wife, Maria, decries him as unmanly and unChristian, while the house appears orderly behind them, bearing silent witness to his choice as the exchange escalates.
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Henry
Fragmented Savage Bachelor Passage Cited by Indianapolis Press
A short, high tension excerpt describes a savage bachelor confronting a sweet young woman who protests his crude remarks. The exchange features emotional intensity and social critique, reflecting sensational phrasing from an Indianapolis source.
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Mail Letter Sparks Husband and Wife Row
In Chicago News style a domestic exchange shows a wife seeking a postscript. The husband reveals the mailed letter and questions why the addressee did not disclose the need earlier. The brief domestic moment captures a lighthearted quarrel over correspondence.
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A Regular Boarder Tries to Trim His Pride
A humorous exchange unfolds about class and dining as a "great strong man" argues against being a tramp while a "Lady of the House" defends the routine dinner routine. The dialogue reflects social pretensions and daily life in the Chicago Record.
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North Pole Lecture Tone Remains Unrevealed
A fragment suggests a playful remark comparing the North Pole to a pretty girl, noting it would have been discovered and given lecture tours if real. The lines read as a literary aside rather than reportage.
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North Pole
No matches in the moonlit sky as sea lights guide bets
A short whimsical note from Whiladelphie in the North American column hints at the man in the moon preferring sea light over matches. The odd phrasing reflects a playful weathered tone typical of the era.
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