Senate Rejects General Arbitration Treaty by Narrow Margin
Washington May 6. The senate failed to ratify the general arbitration treaty with Great Britain by 34 to 26, short of the two thirds required. The roll call lists 48 Yeas and 26 Nays with numerous senators named. Hawaiians in Washington regret the tariff clause removal affecting Hawaiian imports. A Greeks aid meeting in Boston urged the queen of England to interest herself. National Gold Democrats held primaries in New York. General Powell Clayton arrived in Mexico City to take up as American minister with Diaz promised reception. Louisville hosts a gathering for good government.
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Senate’ Finance Committee
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Mexico
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Indictment Dismissed Over Insolvent Bank Timing
The case for receiving money after knowledge of insolvency failed as prosecutors did not prove the bank insolvent at the moment funds were received. Acquittal occurred before jury trial due to insufficient evidence on the insolvency timing.
They Must Stand Trial for Refusing to Answer Questions
In New York on May 6 Henry Co. Haver meyer and John E. Searles face trial for refusing to answer questions. The report notes their roles as president and secretary respectively.
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New York
Mills Attacks Treaty as Senate Debates Its Provisions
The senate debated a treaty with 69 yeas and 19 missing votes. Senator Mills of Texas led the attack arguing amendments leave territorial claims provisions in dispute and England’s conduct in Greco Turkish war. Carter Tillman and Hoar spoke as others defended the pact. The vote followed a spirited session, with later publication blocked. Parallel events: the National Municipal League conference opened in the Exchange Hall of the Board of Trade.
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Tex
Senate
England
United States
Carter
Tillman
Hoar
Amendment suspending forest reserve operation offered
In Washington on May 6 the Senate opened its session with the sundry civil appropriation bill under discussion. Deboe of Kentucky took the oath. the body then entered executive session before resuming the bill at 4 20 p m. Petti grew of South Dakota proposed an amendment allowing the president to suspend the withdrawal of millions of acres from the public domain forming forest reserves.
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Kentucky
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South , Dakota
Cleveland
Hutchins Accepts Presidency In Angell's Absence
Detroit Michigan May 6 Harry B Hutchins dean of the law department of Michigan University has accepted the presidency of the university in the absence of President Angell the newly appointed minister to Turkey.
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Harry B. Hutchins
Michigan University
Angell
Turkey
Pearl Harbor Improvement Funds Authorized
Pearl Harbor Hawaii receives a $50,000 appropriation for harbor improvements as agreed at the session in Pearl Harbor Washington on May 6.
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Pearl Harbor
Washington
Hawaii
Western House Members Demand Retention of Hide Duty
Western members of the house plan a strong stand to keep the duty on hides in the tariff bill if the senate adopts that feature. They supported protection for hides in the house when the bill was discussed, but no direct vote was held. In committee a bid to impose a duty on hides near the Dingley bill failed by two votes, boosting their confidence for a house vote.
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House
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Ways and Means
Canadian Manufacturers Back Tariff Protection Policy
The Canadian Manufacturers' Association met and approved protection as policy. President Kemp argued Canada should tariff to limit US products if US legislation continues past precedent. He urged excluding certain American goods produced within Canada’s borders.
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Toronto
Mannufacturers’ Association of Canada
Hera
Kemp
United States
Ex-Citizens Bank Cashier Acquitted in Insolvent Case
The trial of C. B. Turrell, former cashier of the insolvent Citizens Bank, concluded with an acquittal. No further details on charges or court proceedings were provided in the fragment.
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Repwoop Fatts
Minn
C. B. ‘Turrell
Citizens’, Bank
An-Ine
Sugar Trust Trials Set in Washington Federal Court
The American Sugar Refining company and several brokers and correspondents face trial in Washington on Monday May 17 1896 for refusing to furnish information to a Senate investigating committee. Key figures include Allen A. Seymour John W McCartney and John B Shriver Elisha J Edwards. President Havemeyer and Secretary Searles expected to be among first defendants. District Attorney Davis has notified witnesses' attorneys that all lead cases will be called on the date. In Des Moines C W Grimm won the L C Smith cup with a 20 straight targets score, defeating Fred Gilbert.
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Washington
United States Senate
Allen A. Seymour
John .W. McCartney
John 8. Shriver
Elisha J. Edwards
Sugar Trust
Havemeyer
Searles
Davis
Notable Political and World Events Span Three Nations
Governor Black signs the Greater New York charter. A G Spaulding dies in Buffalo. Alderman Drew is acquitted on bribery charges in Minneapolis. Britain rejects the miners eight hour bill by 227 to 186. Rumors deny Chancellor Prince Hohenlohe's resignation. Charlemagne Tower sails to Austria Hungary as minister. Major General Miles travels to Greece aboard the St Paul. Michael Davitt meets President McKinley at the White House.
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Buffalo
N. Y
Alderman Drew
Minneapolis
House of Commons
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Charlemagne Tower
Philadelphia
Austria-Hungary
Nelson A. Miles
Greece
American Line
St. Paul
Baseball scores and standings from multiple leagues
Western Teague reports scores from games in several cities with final innings noted for Grand Rapids and Detroit. National League standings show teams and winning percentages led by Baltimore and Cincinnati, with several clusters in the .800 and .727 ranges. Ends with a Cincinnati Enquirer quotation about a dog and pants.
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Columbus
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Kansas City
Grand
Rapids
Emancipated Ones president remarks on usefulness of men
An unclear quotation from an Indianapolis Journal piece references a controversial view linked to the Emancipated Ones. The fragment mentions men being useful at times and a troubling line about killing.
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Indianapolis
Engagement at the Former Place the Greatest of the War
May 6 report from Pharsatos states Greek forces repelled a 20,000 Turkish assault at Velestino with heavy losses to the attackers. Greek commanders were Colonel Makris on the left and Colonel Mavromichalis on the right. Turkish rail links were cut.
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Makris
Mavromichalis
Volo
Greeks Repel Turkish Attacks at Velestino and Pharsalos
The Athens dispatches report ten thousand Turkish near Velestino and heavy fighting at Pharsalos. The Times notes Turks strike at Tatar but are repulsed. Crown Prince Constantine declares Greek victory with divine aid while General Smolenski describes Velestino as deluged with blood.
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Athens
Daily Mail
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Biggest Battle Yet At Velestino In Turkish War
The Daily Telegraph correspondent reports near Velestino a major morning battle. A Turkish force of about 40 000 men was repulsed as they aimed to seize the northern hills and split Pharsalos from Velestino. Greece rejects Russia mediation terms. The Austrian royal family mourns Duchess d Alencon in Paris.
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Daily Telegraph
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Pharsalos
Greece
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Fire destroys Itasca Warehouse in Minneapolis
A five story Itasca Warehouse building in Minneapolis was completely burned during the night. Built in 1893 by Morris M. Hallowell Jr and later owned by Itasca Warehouse Co, the loss is about 50 000 with total losses around 250 000. Insurance details are unclear but expected to cover much of the damage. The company handled general storage. Abner Lea reports sugar beet seed planting will begin soon in Minnesota with seed from Grand Island Nebraska at 25 cents per pound. About 100 farmers have pledged to plant.
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Itascan Warehouse Company
Morris M. Hallowell,Jr
Abnerrt Lea
Minn
Grand Island
Neb
Greeks Capture Schooner Near Salonika Entrance
The Greek fleet captured a schooner at the Gulf of Salonika entrance. Sir Eilis Ashmead Bartlett, the Anglo American MP who recently visited the Turks, was aboard. The vessel will be taken to the Piraeus for examination.
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Gulf of
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Piraeus
Constantine Advised Greek Army to Push Forward in War Talks
May 6 dispatches report Crown Prince Constantine telegraphing that two Turkish regiments move on Karditza and Greece seeks reinforcements. He defends his orders, saying retreats were decided by others while he urged to push forward and later moved the army to Pharsala. Greece also seeks fleet approval to evacuate Col. Vassos and other officers from Crete.
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Long-Distance Lines Reach Northwestern Exchange Network
The Northwestern Telephone Exchange Company reports its metallic long distance circuits now extend to La Crosse and reach as far north as Park River Grand Forks Fargo Minneapolis St Paul and stations west to Sioux City Mankato and all intermediate points.
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Exclusive Winona Shoe Firm Promotes Haven and Hanai Styles
A Winona retailer touts Haven Shar and Weartrs of Hanai's Shoes as world renowned. The firm claims exclusive rights to sell these famed footwear and urges customers to view the offerings before ordering.
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Winona
Dress Well Spring Suit Line At Cost
H. J. Stelter advertises a spring suit sale featuring fine foreign and domestic woolens at cost. Highlights include latest patterns, emphasis on style, fit and workmanship for the money.
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H. J. Stelter
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