Philippines to form new civil government under War Department
President and Secretary of War discuss a Philippine civil government with a governor, legislative council, and other officers. It will operate under war power with the secretary of war as supreme, while the general commanding troops retains distinct authority. The Spooner law may be cited as sanction. The setup resembles the early New Mexico arrangement with a civil governor and a military commander.
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Washington
Philippines
Archipelago
Legislative Council
New Mexico
President McKinley Rules Out Third Term
The White House statement from June 11 declares that William McKinley will not seek or accept a third term. His sole ambition is to serve a second term and then return to private life, continuing duty for his country.
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Washington
White House
Executive Mansion
Washington, D. C
William McKinley
Wonder of Wonders at Buffalo Expo Lights and Power
The Buffalo Exposition reveals Niagara’s power beyond gates as trolleys and electric lights draw electricity from the falls. The Niagara power house supplies currents and engineers already plan to harness untapped energy equal to 200000 tons of coal daily, showcasing Niagara as a continental power source.
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Buffalo Exposition
Buffalo
Exposition City
Niagara
Jius
Electric Company
N. Y. World
Irrigation Congress Postponed For A Year
Washington dispatch notes the irrigation congress HIPSS delaying its Colorado Springs meeting planned for July. Attendees cannot attend due to other commitments, depriving irrigation advocates of a chance to align policy for the next session. Opinions split on federal involvement versus state led action.
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Washington
Colorado Springs
Congress
Irrigation Congress
National Congress
Fifty-Eight Sheepmen Arrested in Oneida County
State Sheep Inspector Lowe visited Hailey and rushed Jancey to the trial of 58 sheepmen, mostly Utah residents, arrested for violating the state law. About 45 are expected to plead guilty. remaining defendants may follow. The case could add 10 000 to 15 000 dollars to the state sellaa fund. Robert Noble, Idaho sheep king, pleaded guilty in Owyhee county, fined 500 dollars plus 120 dollars costs.
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Lowe
Hailey
Hailey Times
Jancey
Utah
Oneida County
Robert Noble
Tdaho
Owylice County
Petition circulates against clemency for Diamondfield Jack Davis
The Shoshone Independent reports a petition here protesting the pardon or clemency for Diamondfield Jack Davis. It aims to counteract the petition's influence on the pardons board. Davis is sentenced to be hanged at Albion on June 21.
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Diamondfield
Jack Davis
Board of Pardons
Davis
Albion
English Language Strength Grows Worldwide
A recent census shows English now spoken by 17,000,000 people in the United States and within the British Empire, elevating Austeadlin to the third largest English-speaking country.
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Austeadlin
United States
British Empire
Porto Rico and Philippines Citizenship Question Before Court
The Supreme Court of the United States will soon decide the citizenship status of inhabitants in Porto Rico and the Philippines, potentially defining their national status and rights under U.S. law.
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TRE Supreme Court of the
United States
Porto Rico
Philippines
Consul General Stowe Forecasts Trade Revival in South Africa
Consul General Stowe at Cape Town predicts a general revival of trade to South Africa after the war’s conclusion.
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Stowe
Cape Town
South Africa
Senator McLaurin in Washington Says South Carolina Fight Just Begun
Senator McLaurin of South Carolina is in Washington and asserts the political struggle in his state has just begun. He warns that further clashes and maneuvering lie ahead as opponents mobilize.
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Senator McLaurin
South Carolina
Washington
Government crop report on wheat conditions favorable
The government crop report indicates wheat conditions are more favorable than previously reported. It notes improved prospects and suggests potential positive impact on yields and prices.
Interior set open Kiowa reservation for August settlement
Interior Department officials announce the Kiowa reservation will be opened to settlement early in August. The move sets a clear timeline for homesteaders seeking land on the Kiowa lands and signals a shift in federal policy toward expedited settlement. The announcement specifies August as the start for applicants to file claims and begin occupancy.
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Interior Department
Electorial College Size Noted at Four Hundred Seventy Six
In the 1904 electorial college the body is reported to contain 476 members. The figure reflects the composition and potential voting strength across the states involved in the forthcoming electoral cycle.
New stock of calling cards at News ofide
New stock of calling cards arrived at News ofide store. The announcement notes fresh designs and availability for customers seeking updated stationary and telegraph supplies.
Public denial of Boer peace talks by Oom Baur Kruers
Oom Baur Kruers issues a public denial stating he knows nothing of peace negotiations with Boer leaders. He declares that if such talks are happening it is not through any action of his.
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Oom Baur Kruers
Lis
Celery Nerve Compound Promises Sleep Aid
Lichtys Celery Nerve Compound is a celery extract with other ingredients claimed to soothe nerves and aid sleep. The ad asserts 16 drops will make you sleep and notes sale by Scott & Co.
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Lichty
Scott& Co
Jangling Nerves Promoted A Cure From Lichty Celery
Advertisement urges readers feeling irritable sleepless or unfocused to try Lichty's Celery Nerve Company product. Claims it will do more good than anything tried and notes Scott & Co as sellers.
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Lichty
Celery Nerve Company
Scott & Co
Perfect digestion foundation for health
Advertisement notes Perfect digestion foundation for health. It claims Herb ine speeds appetite digestion and tones body functions. Priced at 50 cents from Scott & Co. Blank notes available at News office.
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Scott & Co
Society Bride Marries Man Claiming French Nobility
A New York socialite wed a man who posed as a French count but is revealed as a horse doctor. The deception comes to light after the ceremony.
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New York
Navy dispatch notes New Orleans heads to Korean waters
The Navy Department received word that the protected cruiser New Orleans has departed for Korean waters to safeguard American interests abroad. The cruiser sails amid rising tensions and signals a broader U S presence in the Pacific theater.
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Navy Department
New Orleans
Dalton Delivers a Forecast on Tariff Policy
ConuresmAN DALZELL of Pennsyl vania decdves that the Republicans will not interfere with the protective tariff at the next session of congress.
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Dalzell
Pennsylvania
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