Dewey Prefers Naval View on Philippine Situation
Rear Admiral Dewey declined to discuss Philippine politics, stating his role is naval. He said insurgents released sick Spanish prisoners, noted friendly sentiment growing as US ships visit ports, and urged peaceful settlement. He favored liberal local autonomy and suggested paying insurgent arrears to curb trouble. Salvage plans for the Maine and Cristobal Colon were being studied in Havanna and Washington.
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Bill to admit Confederate and Union soldiers to homes
Washington December 16 Representative Rixey of Virginia introduced a bill to admit both Confederate and Union veterans to all soldiers homes and government institutions. The measure aligns with the president's Atlanta speech on care for Confederate cemeteries and covers maimed or crippled veterans on equal terms. A separate interview with Japanese minister Komura says he cannot commit to a U S England Japan alliance, noting global interest and potential future understandings among nations. He discusses Hawaiian franchise tension and Japanese residents in the islands.
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Peace Envoys Quit Paris for Havre and Southampton
The American Peace Commission sailed from Paris tonight aboard the St Louis bound for New York via Havre and Southampton. Agoncillo, Philippine representative, submitted a strong note to the commission claiming recognition of the Filipino nation and detailing grievances. Troops to Manila were ordered for several regiments with embarkation dates pending and service duration undetermined.
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McKinley Visits Tuskegee and Alabama Figures
President McKinley arrives in Tuskegee with Gov Johnston and Booker T. Washington at Booker T. Washington school. Johnston introduces McKinley and praises education funding while Washington lauds progress and southern cooperation. Overnight, the party proceeds to Montgomery. Spaniards Advised to Walt. A semi official note urges waiting for Senate ratification before ceding territory.
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Tariff Threat Prompts France to Target Cottonseed Oil
Reports from Nantes indicate an influential French group plans a steep import duty on cottonseed oil, aiming to force price hikes and curb U S exports. The scheme allegedly funds France’s own processing of cottonseed, possibly using Egyptian cottonseed to control oil prices, regulating domestic markets and exporter profits.
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Prices Off Three Points as Cotton Market Mixed
The cotton market opened steady with prices down ten points amid weakness in the English market. A brief rally followed the call with support from the south and shorts, while receipts were small. Rumors of hard hit southern cotton stores and private cables pointed to declines in futures. British ship Brinkburn runs aground near Falmouth. crew rescued.
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