London Press Views Davis Amendment on Hay-Pauncefote Treaty
London papers react seriously to the US Davis amendment for the Hay-Pauncefote treaty. The Times and others delay editorial, while the Daily Chronicle warns of jingoism and senatorial triumph. The Daily Graphic expects an amicable solution, and The Standard argues Britain cannot accept changes without compensation. The Post notes possible reliance on maritime powers and the need for alternative canal plans.
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London
United States
Times
Daily Chronicle
the Daily Graphic
Great Britain
McKinley
Washington
England
Union States
Measure Too Sweeping Senate Tax Reduction Debate
Senator N B Scott criticizes a house bill on war tax cuts as too sweeping. He warns the revenue loss could exceed appearances, cites falling customs receipts, and favors targeted relief on food and tobacco rather than broad Slump tax cuts. He argues a maximum $20 million, not $40 million, and links timing to China and the Philippines.
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Washington
N. B. Scott
Senate
Peace in China: China ready to act in peace talks
Li Jung Chang and Prince Ching notify Luo ministers that they have received documents authorizing them to act for China in peace negotiations and are ready to proceed. Conger believes China will accept terms and can comply with most before spring, with remaining terms to follow.
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Pekin
Li Jung Chang
Prince Ching
Noti
Conger
China
Striker Warner Maintains Sentence On Strikes Case
The Court of Appeals upholds 81X month sentence in the correction house for William Warner organizer of the late strike. Twelve others receive barber or lesser sentences and must surrender within ten days or forfeit bonds. Warner is in the Fairmont district and pardons may follow as they begin serving.
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Cumberland
Court of Appeals
Circuit Court
William Warner
House of Correction
Warner
Fairmont
Coal miners sought by Hooton and Beary Co in West Virginia
Classified notice from Charleston West Virginia inviting coal miners to apply at Hooton and Beary Company. Also an advertisement for Dr King’s New Life Pills promising headache relief and blood building benefits with a 25 cent price and money back guarantee. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy touted for colds and la grippe with favorable Chicago rail promoter quote and widespread druggist sales.
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Thos, Whitfield & Co
Wabash Avenue
Chicago
Ciy
Ths
Iso
la Grippe
al Druggiete
Army Recruiting and Canteen Impact on Reorganization
Washington reports possible rapid expansion of enlistments after the army reorganization bill. Officials say recruiting will depend on available officers and will be influenced by canteen removal, seen as key to soldier relief and morale amid duty and discipline burdens.
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Major Johnscon
Reformers Target High Society as War on Vice Grows
In New York a drive against vice exposes that wealthy families own properties housing notorious venues. Reformers rail against landlords and Tammany Hall as lawsuits and legal liabilities loom, calling for legal actions and public scrutiny over blamed districts like the Bowery and Tenderloin.
Fragmentary War Soldier Tribute Reflects Courage and Duty
The passage honors a soldier's confidence and independence, praising the American service's courage and principled conduct. It notes the impact on the service of making heroic efforts more difficult and underscores the decisive role of soldiers in combat.
Tax notices urge timely Beaver Pond East River payments
Taxpayers in Beaver Pond and East River districts are notified that 1900 taxes are due. Early settlement is requested before December dates with warnings of penalties for unpaid taxes and reminders to visit the Patton House for payment.
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Beaver Pond
East River
Patton
Notice on remedies and patent products with cautions
The notice urges contacting J D Shott for boxes and Lue agency for Bluefield and promotes OoWi's Wien Hazel Salve and Chamberian's Stomach and Livers Taken. It warns against counterfeits and advertises a Wiley store selling samples for two cents.
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J.D Shott
Bluefield
Bear
Arensa
Chamberian
H. M, Witts Drow
Plaster advertisement touts quick relief from rheumatism
An old ad claims Bes Plasver plaster provides prompt relief for back pain and rheumatism. It promises superior results to other plasters and urges one application for quick comfort, noting availability from druggists.
British Forces Routed in South Africa Defeat
News from London reports a Boer force of 2500 under Delarey routed General Clement's troops near Magalisberg. Four officers were killed including Col. Legge, with heavy British losses and a retreat to Hekpoort. Kitchener notes reinforcements and orders for mounts to South Africa.
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Col. Legge
London
British South Africa
Delarey
Clement
Wau
Hekpoort
Lour
Lave
Funeral Trust Turmoil at Norfolk Virginia Funeral
In Norfolk and Portsmouth a funeral trust dispute escalated as a Liverymen's representative tried to halt a funeral over competing hacks near the hearse carrying John Lei's body. He narrowly avoided assault, was restrained by a policeman, and later charged with disorderly conduct as outraged mourners threatened a riot.
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Nurfolk
Norfolk
Portsmouwth
Chon
Liverymen’s Association
John Lei
Te Trust
Portsmouth
Berkeley
Pension Bill Advances From Subcommittee On Appropriations
Washington December 14 the pension appropriation bill was completed by the house subcommittee after a hearing from Commissioner Evans It carries about 145 25 million dollars for pensions and the remainder for administration It will be reported to the full committee tomorrow and likely reach the House on Saturday
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Washington
Hoise Subcommittee On Appropriations
Pensons Evans
Tomrrow
House
President George Washington’s 100th Birthday Note
Washington observes the 100th anniversary of his death on December 14, 1799 marking a century since the first President freed the nation from British dominance and began serving the republic.
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Washington
George Washington
United States
Monument to Hobart in bronze by Martiny in Paterson
Hobart monument in bronze by Philip Martiny to honor the late Vice President Hobart will stand in Paterson New Jersey. A citizens committee raised the $14 000 by subscription for the project.
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Paterson
N.J
Dee
Hobart
Philip Martiny
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