Speedy trial results in guilty verdict in notable case
The Weekly Telegraph notes a swift courthouse process led by Judge Green with L L De Lano and Meredith prosecuting, and T L Swaney defending. The trial, closely watched, concluded with a verdict of guilty after a September 15 crime, highlighting authorities’ diligence and public interest. Porto Rico taxes under American rule are described, comparing budgets and urging Cuba and the Philippines to support self-reliance.
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Eas
Green
L. L. DeLano
Meredith
Fio
DeLano
T. L. Swaney
Porto Rico
Cuba
Philippines
United States
Difficult to bar Utah’s Roberts from Congress
The piece argues that Congress cannot arbitrarily remove Congressman elect Roberts of Utah. Even if deserving, legal grounds are needed. A conviction for polygamy might allow action, but Congress is not a court to try such cases. It suggests a lawful method may exist but would be difficult to find.
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Elect Roberts
Utah
Congress
Con
Roberta
Tere
Aguinaldo
Philippines
Jaskopt
Poate
Magla
War
Yeasela
Traouports
Mnaok
Awerican
Iit
Health measures clash with malaria risk in Cuba troop camp
Despite all provisions for troop health in Cuba during the rainy season, malaria and enteric illness surge. The surgeon general says it is nearly impossible to enforce strict health rules among soldiers, a key factor in sickness. News from Manila papers and a shipboard paper reflect American pursuit activities and a large Schlitz Brewing Co advertisement.
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Cuba
Ason
Manila
Schlitz Brewing Co
Shaw’s 2000 Farm Investment Ties To Governor Race
The item cites Shaw and his 2000 acre farm in the northwest, arguing it signals prudent judgment and bodes well for his gubernatorial bid, while speculating on retirement if political fortunes rise. Brooklyn Eagle comments on expansion and Destiny, urging senators to address expansion honestly and reflect public sentiment.
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Shaw
Pitate
Hugh
Fallon
Brooklyn Eagle
Sama
Philippines Treaty Ratification Sparks Debate On Future Policy
The discussion centers on whether the Philippines should be disposed of by Congress later or settled with Spain now. Senator Lodge argues for ratification and leaving Philippine disposition for future consideration, warning that rejecting the treaty could yield disgrace and constrain the government’s options.
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Philippines
Congress
Spain
Lodge
Farmer Notes Global Reach of Market Grains and Meats
The speaker observes farmers sell grain and livestock without concern for their distant destinations or eventual consumers. He notes breadstuffs and meats may feed European royalty or Philippine natives, with main interest centered on prices received by producers.
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WueEx
Europe
Philippines
Debate on Reducing Convention Representation
Discussion centers on trimming two day convention size by one third to improve deliberation and reduce expenses. A smaller convention would ease room capacity and crowd control, with fewer delegates enabling more orderly proceedings and cost savings.
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Waite
Perilous Realities of Torpic War Casualties
Official statistics cited by the House committee on invalid pensions show Spanish American War losses: 263 officers and 1,580 enlisted killed or wounded, with disease causing 4,965 deaths. Through year end total casualties reached 6,545: 263 killed, 1,580 wounded, 4,965 died of disease. War longevity elevates disease deaths over combat fatalities.
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House of Representatives
Senate Divided Over Sampson versus Schley for Promotion
A lively Senate tilt weighs Sampson against Schley for promotion with an even split. Many senators favor Schley earning the honor for sinking Cervera's fleet, while a substantial number disagree.
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United States Senate
Senator Sonaton Stewart Seeks Nevada Re election
Nevada Senator Sonaton Stewart wins reelection to succeed himself. He notes the cost in money and effort, calls the office worth the candle, and believes the circumstances justify the means in securing the victory.
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Sonaton Stewart
Nevada
Expansionist Senate Sits Rise in Republican Ranks
Republicans hold a large bloc of elected senators this year and some non Republicans also align as expansionists. The public mood backs this stance reflecting broad sentiment on the issue.
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Kia
Boston Pine Tree State Club telephony dinner tale
A Boston hotel dinner of the Pine Tree State Club featured animated toasts and a novel telephone speaker device. Senator Frye of Maine, in Washington, delivered a witty speech heard by guests, with a telephonic link transmitting to the room and eliciting applause from attendees.
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Novor-dalai
Athg
Pine Tree State Club
Boston
Br Ranawick
Boldthiy
Heath
Tfeath
Frye
Maine
Washington
Jheath
Bagant
Pine ‘Tree
Chub
Stan
Hale Way
Tha
North South Unity Dented by Butler Row
A recent incident rekindles old tensions between the north and south as Senator Butler draws sharp attack. A split over past bitterness threatens a hoped for era of unity and a brighter national outlook.
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Burin
Poe
Butler
Return of Cubans to start new season aids country
The report from the province of Santi notes many Cubans returning home and preparing to raise crops. If the general return and shift to industrial pursuits occur as hoped, it will relieve the population and benefit the country’s rebuilding efforts.
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Santi
Germany buys more American meat than ever before in 1898
The article notes Germany purchased more American meat in 1898 than in any prior year, despite anti expansionists and German government claims that American meats are unwholesome. It also references broader politics, Philippine questions, and the use of machine ballots in elections.
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Ong
Germany
Polygamy Debate and Prosperity Talk Dominate Me Newspaper Page
The piece discusses a proposed ban on a polygamist in Congress and critiques the oath requirement, then shifts to a forecast of a building boom, farming prosperity, and upcoming political campaigns. It notes Aguinaldo and Philippine relations as part of broader world news and hints at a forthcoming U S Senate race.
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Congress
Robert
Alartiak
Olate
United States
Almanac and Britannica style life in 1899 price twenty five cents
The Almanac offers a nearly complete history of the Spanish War and extensive information in a convenient form. Published by the Pulitzer Publishing Co at the Herald Building in New York, the 1899 edition is praised as exceptionally useful.
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Pulitzer,Publishing, Co
Hter
New York
Chaotic OCR Note Sparks Unclear Cause and Threats
Fragmentary text discusses Cubans allegedly threatening to flee to the hills if demands are unmet, mentioning ration shortages and bullets replacing grub. It hints at doubts and resistance to work, with distorted phrases and invented spellings. The garbled content lacks clear names or events.
Tau schoolmaster should follow the Hag as rapidly in Cuba
The text argues education and intelligence are essential to good citizenship and that schooling acts as a civilizing force. It emphasizes encouraging and promulgating schooling rather than electing it, noting the acquisition of language and educated youth as beneficial for the rising generation and islands.
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Tau
Cuba
Fragmentary note on Aguinaldo envoy recognition in Washington
A garbled passage discusses senatorial pullbacks and Aguinaldo's representative in Washington. It mentions proper recognition, extending a handshake, and continued support, with unclear references to United States actions and "Aina ip" or "Aub" within an inconsistent historical context.
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Aguinaldo
Washington
United States
Aub
Port
Spain in Decline Observed in American Dispatches
A fragmentary dispatch laments Spain’s dire condition and warns the American public about inviting trouble from Spanish critics. It references Don C. Carb, Blanco, and Cervera, notes unrest in Madrid, a Bank of Spain heist, and general melancholy over Spain’s prospects abroad.
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Spain
Whd
United States
America
Mtaneo
Eshor
Blanco
Cervera
Duiging
Perbava
Bank of Spain
Alstanos
Old
Madrid
Sphinlis
Sioix' Olty ‘Journal
In English Time Ago Song About American Stock Boom
The passage reflects a chaotic scene of stock traders and a collapsing American boom as holders worry over losses. It mentions Yankees, fees, and a desire to end opposition in the Philippines, with rhetoric about influences on future actions and public show of dissent.
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Busi
Hess
Court martial deliberates on abusive language charge against Gen Eagan
Reported discussion centers on whether Gen Eagan's alleged abuse toward a subordinate is unfounded. If proven, it shapes the charge's severity and potential mitigation in the case.
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Gen! Eagan
G Miles
Aba
Geni Eagan
Expansion fever and Cuban beef plan in 19th century note
A fragmented article notes estimates of beef supply for Cuba bound soldiers, with a costly expansion of Dutch lands including draining the Zuyder Zee to add 787 square miles of fertile territory worth $600 million. It mentions opposition but praises the Dutch push to reclaim land, while a court martial in Wag has unclear ending.
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Cuba
Texas
Holland
Ani
Zuyder Zea
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