First Session Opens at Hague for Disarmament Conference
The international disarmament conference opened in The Hague at Huis Ten Bosch with M m De Beaufort as temporary chairman and M de Staal presiding. The session lasted twenty five minutes and set secret proceedings with nine secretaries and initial appointments.
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Huis Ten Bosch
M. de Staal
Great Britain
M. de Beaufort
Netherlands
Haois Ten Bosch
A. PB. C. van Karnebeck
Peace Conference Telegram To The Czar
The Hague May 18 delegates sent a telegram to the Czar greeting him on his birthday and expressing desire to cooperate in his noble initiative and gratitude for his generosity.
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The
Hague
President McKinley Extends Congratulations to Nicholas III
The President sent a congratulatory note to Emperor Nicholas II on the opening of the disarmament conference at The Hague. The message, dated May 18 1899 from Washington, expresses respect for the emperor’s initiative and goodwill toward the conference.
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Washington
Russia
Washington, D. C
Nicholas III
St. Petersburg
The
Hague
William
M'Kinley
Kaiser Hosts Czar Toast At Hague Conference
In Wiesbaden on May 18 Emperor William toasted the Czar and praised the Hague Conference. He named M. De Staal and Count Von Munster as tasked diplomats to unite German and Russian aims and deliver a satisfactory result for the Czar.
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Wiesbaden
Prussia
William
Nicholas
the Hague
Count von Optensaken
M. de Staal
Count von Munster
Delegates List From Various Countries at The Hague
The Hague May 18. The following delegates to the peace conference are known so far Austria Hungary Count Von Welsersheima First Secretary of the Austrian Foreign Office ambassador extraordinary His Excellency M Okoliesanye Okalicona minister at the court
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the Hague
Austria-Hungary
Count von Welsersheima
Austrian Foreign Office
M. Okoliesanye
Okalicona
Letter From Andree Reports Polar Expedition Message
The Norwegian ship Viking arrived at Leith with a letter by Prof. Andree found in a bottle near Ritotaig on Ice land. It was addressed to the Polar Expedition at Goeteborg and bears Andree's stamp requesting posting. A farmer Magnussen handed it to Sveinn Einison who mailed it. another Icelandic recipient was informed in Bendon and telegrams to the King of Sweden and Goeteborg were sent.
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Sveinn Einison
Thistilfjord
Bendon
Sweden
Goeteberg
Old People Beaten by Tramps in Gallipolis
Special Dispatch reports two elderly residents, Thomas Rice and his sister, were brutally assaulted by a gang of tramps in Gallia County. The pair were robbed of about $75 and fled into West Virginia. Rice is not expected to recover. his sister is seriously injured. This marks the second robbery and assault in ten days in the area.
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Commercial Tribune
Gallipolis
Thomas Rice
Kywa
West Virginia
Rice
Troops to Enforce Vaccination of Moqui Indians
At the request of the Interior Secretary, Secretary Alger orders troops to the Moqui Indian Reservation in Arizona to compel vaccination. Troops will depart from Fort Wingate, New Mexico, to enforce compliance.
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Washington
Secretary of the Interior
Alger
Moqui Indian Reservation
Arizona
Fort Wingate
N. M
Carnegie Endowment to Birmingham University Reaches Target
The Birmingham University committee announced that Andrew Carnegie’s £50,000 gift conditions are fulfilled as subscriptions total £254,580. Joseph Chamberlain received a letter from an anonymous donor offering £12,500 more if the endowment reaches £300,000. Carnegie urges a strong scientific school, citing England’s need for trained experts to sustain its industrial leadership.
Philippine Insurrection Near End as Rebels Demoralize
Manila reports the insurgents demoralized with Aguinaldo weeping in his tent. The War Department expects unconditional surrender soon. Philippine Commissioners arrived in San Isidro to confer with the American commission while Manila residents feel the insurrection is nearing its end.
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Aguinaldo
Manila
San Isidro
Generals Luna and Rio del Pilar Resist Pacification Effort
In Manila on May 19 the seven Philippine Commissioners en route to General Otis are reported to offer unconditional surrender terms. Generals Luna and Rio del Pilar, joined by their followers, oppose the move and vow continued resistance to American forces.
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Commercial Tribune
Manila
New York
Philippine Congress
Otis
Luna
Rio del Pilar
Insurgents Seek Peace Terms From Mountains
General Otis reports to the War Department that Aguinaldo's representatives are seeking peace terms as insurgent forces scatter in the mountains. Insurgent Cabinet and Aguinaldo to send a commission tomorrow to negotiate while troops retire and scouting parties move in various directions. The public expresses hope for peace as the situation develops.
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Washington
Aguinaldo
San Isidro
MacArthur
San Fernando
Tatilde
Candava
Rio Grande
R Otis
Parishioners Guard St Patrick's Church In East St Louis
Parishioners guard St Patrick's Church and rectory in East St Louis Illinois for two days to block the newly appointed German priest Father Cluse from entering the parish We understand they plan to sound the church bell and mobilize 3000 members if he appears to take charge The dispute follows talks in Washington with Mgr Martinelli about delaying the appointment until an investigation concludes
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East St. Louis
Ill
Cluse
Father Cluse
Washington
Mgr. Martinelli
Othisfowers
Farmer Kills Son Then Ends Own Life in Langdon
Fred Burt, a Langdon region farmer, fatally shot his four year old son Clinton with a revolver and then attempted suicide with the same weapon. After failing, he killed himself with a shotgun blast in a pantry.
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Langdon
N. Y
Fred Burt
Clinton
Edgewood Not Sold as Sale of Chase Estate Postponed
Bad weather prevented the sale of Edgewood, the Salmon P. Chase estate, today in Washington. A small bidder turnout forced postponement until conditions improve, with claims against the estate totaling about 80000 dollars.
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Commercial Tribune
Washington
Edgewood
Salmon P. Chase
Aguinaldo's Army Crumbling Amid Demoralization
Manila reports two Spanish prisoners arriving from Nueva Necia describe Aguinaldo's rebel forces as demoralized, hungry, disease struck, and fleeing in bands to pillage. Generals Pilar and Luna stay as the main resistance, while Aguinaldo is portrayed as retreating inward, fearing surrender. Buencamino notes Aguinaldo blames himself for the country’s misery.
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Neuva Necika
Aguinaldo
Pilar and
Luna
San Isidro
Cebanatan
Buencamino
Spain
End of Philippine insurrection near. rebels set to surrender
Washington reports War Department officials believe the Philippine insurrection is near collapse as Aguinaldo and rebel cabinet envoys prepare to meet General Otis. Demoralized forces retreating northward after American advances may seek peace, while two battalions are sent to Jolo to extend operations in the Sulu Archipelago.
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War Department
Philippines
Aguinaldo
Otis
Luna
San Fernando
MacArthur
Bacolor
Tarlac
San Isidro
Jolo
Sulu
Manila
Insurgent Campaign Strength Estimates Near Manila
Text notes diverse forces including aborigines and Chinese traders with negroes. It states no firm War Department count for American units under MacArthur Lawton and Kobbe north of Manila. If at maximum strength combined, they could total 16,500 men, but current strength likely does not exceed 11,000.
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War Department
MacArthur
Lawton
Kobbe
Manila
Five Passengers Daily Strike Ties Up Wheeling Rail Lines
A five week strike on the Wheeling street railway in Wheeling West Virginia sees workers demanding twenty cents an hour for nine hours daily. Strikers enjoy broad local support with buses operated by strikers and most cars still running, while it is estimated only eleven to five persons ride the entire system at peak.
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Wheeling
W. Va
United States
Wheelingtreet
McMillan to Seek Third U S Senate Term in Michigan
Detroit May 18 Senator McMillan and Michigan Republican leaders agreed at a conference that he will run for a third term as United States Senator. Present were Senator Burrows and several Congressmen and ex Congressmen with views on Secretary Alger's candidacy.
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Mich
Senator McMillan
Michigan
McMillan
United States
Alger
Burrows
Barbara Sails Fire Destroys Cargo in New York Harbor
The Lloyd steamship Barbara bound for Southampton caught fire in port at 11 am. Fireboats saved the vessel after two hours. While ashore the ship struck the French steamer Peregrine and other vessels, sinking two ice barges. no injuries were reported and 487 passengers were safely landed. The forward cargo must be discharged before sailing resumes.
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Lloyd
Southampton
Pegreie
Tee Pier
Richard
Poster
Leroy
Barbarossa
Recovered Memory Restores Veteran on Jackson Township Farm
Mathias Stein gruber, a Mexican War veteran, regains full intellect after a head injury on a farm near Fostoria Ohio. The rediscovery follows a crash during which he previously remembered only a 21 year old self and the 1849 presidential vote. After a later blow he woke with full memory, though bewildered by modern wires.
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Commercial Tribune
Fostoria
Jackson Township
Mathias Steingruber
Percy W. Holcomb
Reseca de la Palma
General Taylor
Killed Her Assailant In Alabama Encounter
Theresa Thompson shot and killed Tom Murphy near Twelve Mile Post in Washington County after he attempted rape and threatened her with a pistol. An elder brother arrived, a fight followed, Thompson was slashed, Murphy was killed by a pistol shot.
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Ala
Twelve-Mile Post
Washington County
Theresa Thompson
Tom Murphy
Thompson
Foraker Neutral No Candidate After Mannington Visit
Albert Douglas hopes to gain support as a second choice among delegates after Howard Mannington’s visit to George B. Cox yielded no candidate. Douglas cites Hanna interview as proof of broad backing.
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Geo. B. Cox
Hanna
Secretary of State
Cincinnati
James W. Holcomb
Cleveland
Mannington
Mr. Cox
Daugherty
Cox
Nash
Charles F. Dick
Douglas
Ohio Senator Foraker Prefers Unified Republican Ticket
The Columbus report outlines Senator Foraker's aim for a harmonious Republican State convention and a unifying nominee. It notes talks with Charlies L. Kurtz, Douglass on gubernatorial runs, Hanna's noncommitment, and Doherty coalition signals. It mentions Williams County's six delegates solid for Daugherty and Carter Monnett's arrival.
Crawford County Delegation Backs Attorney General for Governor
Delegation from Crawford County plans to declare in the Attorney General's favor for the governor, though opposition is mounting. The move signals party unity amid a contested race.
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Crawford County
Mass Convention Clashes With McKissonitews Date in Cleveland
Cleveland political dispute heats as McKisson faction calls primaries for May 25 and a May 27 convention, opposing mass convention plans. Holcomb faction remains cautious while nine Collector Leacill indorsers shift to mass convention. If May 27 chosen, McKissonites threaten to adjourn and join mass convention to seize control. Harmony appears unlikely.
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Cleveland
McKisson and Holcomb
Republican Party
McKisson Committee
Holcomb
Leacill Indorse
Mass meeting for Frank A Durban in Zanesville
Probate Courtroom overflowed as supporters gathered for a Durban gubernatorial bid event. Speeches by John W. King Rev Dr Richards Judge M M Granger Hon Robert Price General R B Brown and C N Vandenbark urged backing. Committees were named and pledges of support from every county in the Fifteenth District were reported.
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Commercial Tribune
Zanesville
Frank A. Durban
Durban
John W. King
Dr. Richards
M. M. Granger
Robert Price
R. B. Brown
C. N. Vandenbark
Chinn and Bronston Reach Cautious Truce in Kentucky
Harrodsburg’s Colonel Jack Chinn and State Senator Charles Bronston of Lexington reportedly reconciled their feud. They plan to avoid conflict and gaze past disputes as the nuisance indictment in Fayette Circuit Court is expected not to be pressed.
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Frankfort
Harrodsburg
Jack Chinn
Chas. J. Bronston
Lexington
Fayette
Colonel Chinn
Dewey Sails Saturday for Hongkong Voyage Ahead
Hongkong reports Admiral Dewey will leave Manila on Saturday May 2 and reach Hongkong by Monday morning. The Olympia will be dry docked there after arrival to clean the bottom overhaul machinery renew trim and complete preparations for a voyage across the Indian Ocean.
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Manila
Cleveland and Evans Miss Corner Stone Laying Seas Halt Visit
Ex President Grover Cleveland and Captain Bob Evans could not reach Port Clinton from Middle Bass to attend the corner stone ceremony of a new courthouse. Masonic officials led the event with ritualistic acts and symbolic pouring of corn wine and oil on the granite cornerstone from Marblehead quarries.
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Commercial Tribune
Toledo
Cleveland
Bob Evans
Port Clinton
Middle Bass
E. C. Guillford
Grand Lodge
Benjamin B. Avery
van Wert
Clement G
Cities to honor Funston with joint homecoming parade
Mayors Marshman and Jones issue a joint call for wide cooperation in Kansas City Kansas and Kansas City Missouri to plan a mammoth celebration for General Frederick Funston and the Twentieth Kansas Regiment. A thirty member committee will oversee the details and luxury events are promised with a celebratory banquet.
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Marshman
Kan
Jones
Frederick Funston
Twentieth
Kansas Regiment
New York
Dewey
Aera City
Funston
Cionehia
New York Police Chief Devery Excused From Attendance
Police Commissioner Jacob Hess testified before the New York Assembly investigative committee. He cited duties to probe poolrooms and alleged that precinct captains lied in reports. James P. Keating admitted uncertainty about political contributions and bondings. Chief Devery was excused after promising to remain within twenty minutes of the committee.
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New York
Jacob Hess
Assembly
Hess
Agent Wood
Mr. Moss
Department
Fidelity Company of Maryland
Police Board
Pension Fund
Bowery National
Garfield National Banks
Bowery Concern
Mraltyate
Sexton
James P. Keating
Keating
Democratic Party
Croker
Mr. Mazet
Devery
Thought They Were Men at Dance Sends Two Teens Shot
In Middlesboro Kentucky on May 18 Mary and Jennie Gibson aged 16 twin daughters of George Gibson of Sergent were wounded and killed in a dance incident. Ex Sheriff Shade Combs shot at them after mistaking the twins for men and later surrendered to authorities.
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Middlesboro
Mary
Jennie Gibson
George Gibson
Sergent
Letcher Couinty
Shade Combs
Combs
Jennie
Toledo Patrolmen Save Man From Rats in Alley
Patrolman Welch and Market Superintendent Cohn rescued John Coyle found intoxicated and helpless in the Washington Lafayette alley. He was surrounded by several large rats suckling his blood. officers beat the rodents away with clubs to save him.
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Commercial Tribune
Toledo
Welch
Cohn
John Coyle
Coyle
Washington and
Lafayette Streets
Five Girls Die as Karstadt Warehouse Fire Burns Germany
A large Karstadt & Co warehouse in Brunswick Germany burned yesterday evening destroying the building. Five girls perished in the flames and several others were injured, one of whom later died, as firefighters battled the blaze.
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Germany
Karstadt & Co
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