The Philippines Case and Puerto Rico Precedents
A 1901 editorial analyzes the Philippines case in light of the Downes decision. It argues the United States never declared a plan to hold the islands indefinitely and may grant independence later, while taxation questions may treat the islands as foreign territory. The piece compares to Puerto Rico rulings and questions why dispatches call the grounds extraordinary.
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Philippines
Washington
Supreme Court
Philippine
Downes
United States
Philippine Archipelago
Cuba
United Szates
Porto Rico
Presbyterianism Adrift in Creed Revision Debate in Philadelphia
The Northern Presbyterian general assembly in Philadelphia recently debated creed revision. Aimed to clarify rather than change doctrine, the move would affect only the Northern church and seeks to publish a brief statement of essential beliefs plus amendments to specific confessional sections. The plan includes clarifications on predestination infant salvation total depravity papal criticisms and missions while preserving the Westminster standards and core faith.
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General Assembly
Northern Presbyterian Church
Philadelphia
America
Presbyterian Church
Cumberland Church
United Attead
Associate Reformed Church
Northern Assembly
Daniel
S. Gregory
New York Times
Christ
Church
Tos
Westminster Assembly
Lord Jesus Christ
Rome
God
Thta Tegud
Presbyterian Creed Revision Weighs on Assembly Report
The article discusses the anticipated creed revision within American Presbyterianism, noting uncertain timing for the committee report and potential adherence to traditional Presbyterianism. It contrasts northern and southern assemblies, condemns sensational drift rumors, and links Presbyterian governance to the U S constitutional framework and revolutionary history.
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Forthern Assembly
Southern Assembly
United Presbyterians
Cumberland Presbyterians
Associate Reformed Presbyterians
Westminster Assembly
United States
Yachting war stirs as Lawson reels toward cup
The article reviews a temporary truce between the New York Yacht Club and Boston’s Thomas Lawson over the America's Cup. It argues the cup’s defense lies with a defender built by any citizen, not solely the New York club, and predicts Lawson will press on in yachting circles despite club opposition.
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Tates
New York Yacht Club
Tom Lawson
Boston
Independence
Happy Chance
Newyorker
Lawson
Maine
New York Facht Club
Laryson
New York
Mr. Lawson
Sir Thomas
John W. Gates
Will Float. Illinois papers claim Mason escape from near capsizing
The piece questions reports about the Illinois senator Billy Mason in a tug incident, suggesting sensational claims of a near drowning. It contrasts with Niagara dangers and mocks the idea of a safe passage through whirlpools, noting partisan fear in coverage. An editorial tone labels lynching records as deplorable.
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Illinois
Billy’ Mason
Billy Mason
Niagara
Billy
June Time in Georgia and News From Billville
An eclectic mix of verse notes on Georgia life in June and a city sketch from Billville. The piece mentions Mr Reber Loveman returning from the north, Wil N Hatcen at work on a historical novel, and several rhymed items and notices. It references poems from The Chicago Record-Herald and a Briddges Smith piece about The Man and the Bromo Seltzer, with social chatter about manners and law in Billville.
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Giorgia
beHevers
Reber
Loveman
Wil N. Hatcen
Billville
Hell and Cotton
Bridges Smith
Watermelon crop shrinks as storms aid cantaloupe gains
The New York Sun reports Albany sources say the watermelon area is about 25 percent smaller this year, likely pushing prices higher. Melon farmers blame space exhaustion and crop stress from May hail and wind, with replanting needed for cantaloupes and speculation that the melon crop may rebound in coming weeks.
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New York Sun
Atlaznta Constitution
Albany
Pepo
Aloways
Large cracks in earth alarm Butte citywide on West Galena Street
In Butte Montana on June 2 large earth cracks up to twelve inches wide appeared in several city sections including West Galena street. The openings distort ground and Granite walls, disrupt gas and water lines, and shift elevations and bench marks near Main street and Broadway. City Engineer Hickenbach notes frequent changes in readings and ongoing disturbances raise resident concern.
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Butte
Ment
Galena Street
Hickenbach
Cty
Main Street
Broadway
Butte, Eee
United States Philippine Commission Final Tours Begin
The United States Philippine Commission will start its final provincial tours on Tuesday. It will organize Manila and Molong, then Cavite, with Lasime omitted due to rebellions. Commissioners Worcester and Moses will travel a new government road to Benguat, Bontoc and Le Panto, aiming to establish governments there and reach Manila by June 20. If approved, the general government will be inaugurated July 1.
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Philippines
Manis
United States
Philippine Commission
Manila
Molong
Cavite
Lasime
Selon
Nueve Egija
Zambolea
Union
Tlocos
Cagayan
Grand
British Welcome Marks Strong Anglo American Ties
The Daily Telegraph lauds King Edward's reception of a New York chamber of commerce delegation. It calls the visit a royal endorsement of friendly Anglo American business rivalry and urges British employers to observe American methods in the United States. It argues European industrial coalitions are futile without U S participation.
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King Davard
Tendon
The
Daily Telegraph
King Edward
New York Chamber of Commerce
Great Britain
United States
Prefect Dismissed as Riots Rock Corona Spain
Madrid reports the Spanish government dismissed the Corona prefect after last Friday’s riots. A torpedo boat destroyer with marines arrived to restore order. Two injured in clashes with gendarmes died later. Workers’ homes were draped with banners honoring yesterday’s martyrs. Anarchists, a Spaniard and Italian, arrested on suspicions of plotting against ministers, were released for lack of proof.
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Madrid
Cornona
Carmine
Marseilles
Nationalists Win in Havana Municipal Election
The Havana municipal election results show nationalist candidate Miguel Goner elected mayor with 1,5 votes, defeating Republican Mora who drew 7,583 and Democrat Carion Garcia with 3,211. Nationalists won eighteen council seats, Republicans four, and Democrats two.
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Havana
Senor Miguel Goner
Senor Mora
Senor Carion Garcia
Democratic Party
Republicans
Democrats
Liberals Win at Madrid Senate Elections
Madrid June 2 Elections for the renewal of the elective hall of the senate result in Liberals electing 17 candidates while Conservatives and other parties secure 24 seats combined. The outcome shapes the chamber's balance with multiple parties represented.
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Madrid
Senate
Theiberals
Troops Leave Pekin as Allied Administration Shifts
In Pekin a meeting of allied generals agreed to gradually hand Pekin's administration to Chinese officials during June. Count von Waldersee and his staff will depart tomorrow as two special trains run for a week to Taku. The Baluchi regiment marched off in farewell ceremonies while British troops and American officers observed the proceedings.
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Pekin
Count von Waldersee
Taku
Foreign finances slide as London markets dwell
A London ledge of weekly foreign finance reports shows dull trading and renewed caution as the panic lingers. New York prices hold, while British Consols fall to a decade low amid expectations of a bank rate cut and wary foreign money flows. Berlin reports a weak week with lower quotations across departments and pressure on iron and pig iron markets.
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London
Lundin
New York
United States
Northern Pacific
South Afriea
Worem
Ders
Roca
Berlin
Awahe
Erent
China
Boerse
Isle
Boersa
Lone Tran
Laura Works
Pig
Gustdmes
Germany
Will the Canadian United States joint commission reconvene
A Washington dispatch says Sir Wilfrid Laurier signaled a revival of the high joint commission to pursue commercial reciprocity and Alaska boundary issues, though no formal talks or correspondence have occurred. The piece outlines survey status, border disputes, timber duties, and stalled negotiations, with both nations reluctant to concede on lumber, logs, or tariff changes.
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Wilfrid Laurier
Canada
Dominion
Sir Wileria
Wiliam E. Curtis
Washington
Chicago Record-Herald
Department of State
United States
Canna
Alaskan
High Joint Commission
Lord Paunceste
Hay
Runeia
Alaska Territory
Alaska
Michigan
Canaan
Addion
Behring Sea Seal Fisheries
Atlantic Fisheries. & Allen Inbor
Gax
Inception Rebels Hit by Shots and Imprisonment
Atoong, son of the late President Hereaux, is named as a leader of the movement. The Royal Mull steamer La Plata reports scarce cargo from Colombian ports due to steep export duties amid the revolution, as authorities seek funds to redeem paper money and cover expenses.
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Hereaux
la Plata
Rioting Dublin Fusileers wreck Barracks in Kent
London June 2 A military riot broke out last night at a barracks in Shorncliffe when a detachment of the Dublin Fusileers enraged by an imagined grievance wrecked their room. The guard faced a volley of cartridges and bayonet thrusts as two guardsmen were seriously wounded. The clash lasted about two hours.
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Dublin
London
Bhorncliffe
Dublin Fusileers
Emanuel Reviews Troops Fete day in Rome
Rome observes national fete day as King Victor Emmanuel reviews troops. Large crowds greet the monarch who personally awards the collar of the Order of the Annunziati to Premier Senor Zanardelli.
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Emanuel
Rome
Victor Emmanuel
Senor Zanardeilt
Order of the Annunziati
Spanish economy and embassy staff revisions
Madrid reports that Spanish military attaches at embassies and legations abroad have been withdrawn for economy. Emperor William sends condolences to Countess von Bismarck on her husband’s death. The World notes mixed foreign policy chatter and unrest in Santo Domingo amid broader global tension.
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Madrid
Berlin
Emperor William
Wilhelm von Bismarck
Public debate and cartoons reflect a restless era
Fragmented text critiques European powers and American leadership, contrasting perceived barbarity abroad with pro civil actions at home. It blends political commentary, verse, and humorous clippings about Uncle Sam, the strenu ous era, and coverage from The Chicago Tim es and St Louis Star.
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