Cruel Spaniards Charged With Torture in Manila
Hong Kong reports via City of Peking claim Spaniards torture natives and mestizos in Manila using instruments of the old Inquisition. Wealthy half-castes' estates allegedly seized and victims sent toward Fernando Poo. Journalist James W Davidson says authorities may seek international intervention to halt torture.
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Peking
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Succeed General Riva Spanish minister appointment discussed
From Washington a report says Mathias Romero Mexican minister in Washington may be named minister to Spain and Portugal after General Palacio Riva's death. Romero, a veteran diplomat, is praised for handling international issues and treaties and would be a strategic choice amid Cuba tensions. Kansas City reports Spaniards buying mules for Cuba. 275 animals planned to New Orleans with more to follow as shipments are organized.
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Wreck on Southern Express in New Jersey Kills Two
New York dispatch reports a rear axle break on a freight car caused a collision with the Southern Express from Florida near New Brunswick New Jersey. Engineer H W Chichester of Jersey City and fireman Joseph Meagan of Philadelphia were killed. Injured include John Myers with a broken back and several others with varying injuries. The Washington Express and a freight train were also involved, eight freight cars wrecked, one pulled off an embankment, but no additional deaths reported among passengers.
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Jersey City
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Washington
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North GeorgiaConference opens amid storms in Darrox
Bishop A W Wilson presides over the North Georgia conference the largest in the south at Darrox Ga with about 825 members and 49 local preachers The event follows a devotional session and sets elections for officers amid anticipated resistance from some members.
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Strengthening the Spanish Navy Reported from Mapu
Nov 25 news from Mapu states subscriptions from Brazil and others are boosting efforts to increase naval strength. The report notes rising support and funds aimed at expanding the navy and related activities. Further details on amounts and specific contributors were not provided in the fragment.
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Seaboard Seeks Concessions Amid Rivalry War Clouds
In Wasuinton and Washington reports the Seaboard Air Line presses for through service, equal privileges, and removal of a rivalsteamer link as a path to peace with the Southern Railway. Vice President St John warns of traffic measures if demanded concessions are denied, while the Southern hints at possible through coaches from New York to New Orleans. A separate note says Populists abandon a supreme bench ticket, blasting Democrats. Consul General Leo calls on Cleveland on Cuban affairs.
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Henry White Convicted and Sentenced to Hang
Henry White was found guilty of killing Police Officer William Jackson and was sentenced to hang on January 15, 1897, at the county jail after a motion for a new trial was filed and a hearing set for December 5. The courtroom mood was somber as the mother of the prisoner showed distress and the judge urged mercy.
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Butt
Japanese Warship To Sail For Philippine Islands
A Tokio dispatch from an official source says a Japanese warship will be sent to the Philippine islands. The report notes insurgents may attack Manila, causing broad concern over possible conflict and security implications in the region.
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