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Jersey City News

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Jersey City, New Jersey, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1896

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General Antonio Maceo Dead in Cuban Rebel Clash

Reports reveal Major General Antonio Maceo suffered two fatal wounds, head and stomach, during a rebel engagement with Spanish forces. A physician, Dr Maximo, was captured at San Fupe and authorities seek the body as Havana and Madrid relay conflicting accounts and conjecture over Maceo’s fate and burial locations.

Caso Prem Tagaea Maximo Antonia Maceo Toet San Fwupe Mago Chujedus Maceo Union Wes Alee Hoyo Colorado Havana Brine Dent Genend Weyler Guanajay Magallanes Mariel General Weyler General Bosch Santa del Cauto Mansenithc Clario Marian Havans Cleveland Congress Cuba Spain Dot

Senate Cuba speech urges US intervention in war

In a morning Senate session Senator Callum urged intervention in the Cuban war arguing there is no precedent for such action yet warning the conflict must end. He proposed a fair purchase of Cuba if other means fail, calling for quick bloodshed cessation and liberty for Cubans.

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Rejoicing in Madrid After Maceo Death Rumors

In Madrid crowds cheered and shouted Vivas for Spain after news of General Maceo’s death. Police guarded the United States Legation while officials and journalists reported rapid demonstrations across the city. Authorities moved to the War Ministry and Military Center to address the eruption of public emotion.

Rhé Pete Teager Maceo Spain United States Legation War Gma Miliary Clue Miliary Cid United Sites Legation Imparcial Heralde Ral Madrid Dewe Faa Gemim Castillo

Submarine Wrecking Boat Built for Ocean Depths Near Baltimore

Baltimore December 10 1899 The Colum bike Tron Works contracts a 641 ton submarine wrecking boat the first byer ship for practical underwater engineering. Simon Lake of Baltimore inventor claims it will rise surface submerge at will and be steered precisely.Crew six men capable of a daylong bottom traverse before air and energy must be renewed. Hull steel ribbed with strong pressure resistance powered by a searchlight and open pathways. Boat to be completed by March 1 187

Baltimore Columbike Tron Works Bull A Simon Lake Kowa Lake Climes

Land Grant Colleges Meet In Washington

Wekinsey memorialized regarding politics in the Agricultural Department Canton Ohio December 1 1896 At a recent meeting of the Association of Land Grant Colleges in Washington a committee was appointed to urge Major McKinley to support an administration of the department of Agriculture free from politics The committee called at noon today and had a pleasant interview with Major McKinley The members included President George W Fairchild State Agricultural College of Kansas George W A L of the State College of Pennsylvania President HE Goodell of Amherst Mass President J J Stubby University of Nevada President James Smart Major and Mrs McKinley and their niece Mrs Maria Saxton An aunt of Mrs McKinley The McKinleys plan a visit to Chicago and will leave tonight

Wekinsey Agricultural Department Canton Ohio Association of Land Grant Colleges Washington Major McKinley Tay Major McKilsley George W. Fairchild State Agricultural College of Kansas George W. A. 1 State College of Pennsylvania HE. Goodell State College of Agricultural of Amhurst Masa J. J. Stubby University of Nevada James Smart McKinley

Ashore at Bellport Clarissa Radcliffe steamer grounds nearby

The British steamer Clarissa Radcliffe of 291 tons, sailing from Penarth on November 24, ashore on Great South Beach opposite Bellport New York during a clear southwest wind. Crew expected to salvage or recover coal spilled overboard as rescue efforts proceed.

Clarissa Radelif New York Clarissa Radcliffe Penarth Great South Beach Bellport Halle Cardia

Republicana Divide Work in Washington Dec 18 Report

In Washington on December 18 Senator Sherman seized the spotlight as a leadership figure amid Republican divisions. The article notes a scramble among special committees and calls for action by telegraphic channels, with references to destinations and personnel.

Washington Regublonn Sherman

Puritan commissioned as U S Navy monitor in 1898 at Brooklyn

The Puritan was commissioned today in Brooklyn with Captain J R Bartlett taking command. Aen heavy armor and double bottom are described, noting two turrets with fourteen inch Hoveyized steel, main battery of twelve inch guns, and four inch rapid fire guns.

Brooklyn United States Navy J. Higginson Navy Yard Johan R. Bartlett Herbert Monitor Verman Higginson Bartlett Navy Exiosson John Roach Chester United States Puritan Amidsntos

Banquet Planned for Henry Watterson in Indianapolis

In Indianapolis on December 10 1896 members of the National Democratic Executive Committee gather for a meeting. Colonel Henry Watterson arrives and will be honored at a Bates House banquet where he may urge gold democracy and influence future party plans including permanent headquarters and education campaign for four years. The group weighs compromise with silverites and aims to strengthen the National Party.

Henry Watterson The Nations Democratic Committee Indianapolis National Democratic Executive Committee Bates House Ehest Gold Democratic Weadon

Admitted He Lied in Powell Murder Confession

In Brooklyn Judge Keogh questioned slayer John Waynes who retracted his confession in the Powell case. Waynes, serving 15 years for manslaughter, said the confession was false and claimed Mayhew was not present the night of the killing, which occurred between eleven and twelve.

Powell Etmalf Brooklyn John Waynes Arthur Mayhew Stephen Powell Hempstead Bing Keogh Supreme Court Waynes Mayhew Polock Migntone

Miss Helen Griges Enters Society At Governor's Tea

At Governor Griges residence in Paterson on December 1 a society afternoon tea honored his eldest daughter Miss Helen Griges. The stylish home on Twelfth Avenue and East Twenty-seventh Street drew many friends as guests arrived early afternoon and tea was served between five and seven o'clock with numerous attendees including prominent figures and local residents.

Grigos Lov Griges Paterson Governor Griges Hhonor Helen Griges Twelfth Avenue East Twenty-seventh Street Cuusts

Medal of Honor Chronicle From Remote Fronts

An early report lists Lieutenant Jobe C Curtis of the Ninth Nonnesti unit as receiving the Medal of Honor for valor in battle, with details on action at a distant front and mentions of military correspondents and dates in Washington and San Francisco correspondences. The dispatch notes the allied commanders and the United States military presence, alongside terse notes on communications from Hasutulu and Dorwan dated December 42.

Washington Jobe C Curtis Tarmat Allansy Ove Wilby Gti

Australia needs wheat from Canada and America

Vancouver report says Australia will import over five million bushels of wheat this year due to poor harvest. Most imports will come from America with Canadian merchants late to the field. Larke, Canadian Trade Commissioner, urges Canadian merchants to compete more actively for orders.

Vancouver B. C Larke Australia F Vancouver Board of Trade America San Francisco Trms Ravilig

Civil Service Reformers Meet in Philadelphia

The National Civil Service Reform League opens its annual meeting at the Hotel Walton Philadelphia with a banquet and papers to be read at two afternoon sessions. President Carl Schurz of New York will deliver the annual address tonight at Musical Fund Hall as reforms and reports are discussed by representatives from across the country.

Philadelphia National Ow Service Reform League Walton Pennsylvania Association Wim Har Carl Sehurs New York Musical Fund Hall Richard Henry Dana Boston Civil Service Reform Richardson Elpel Lougue Iine New Orleans Charles Jangier Citizens' League New Syttom Silas W. Burt Pha Fr. R. Bowker Civil Service

Harman's Report on Antitrust Law and Funding

The annual report of Attorney General Judson Harmon to Congress argues the antitrust law has limited reach, needing amendments for effective action. It notes the DOJ funding is inadequate for investigations and prosecutions. It cites The United States v. Trans Missouri Freight Association as illustrating the act's ambiguity and enforcement obstacles.

Washington Judson Harman United States Congress Department of Justice United Siates Va TransMissouri Freight Association United States Supreme Court

Exhibition of Clothes By Nestliework Guild of Jersey City

The Nestliework Guild of lower Jersey City holds an annual exhibition at the Second Presbyterian Church this afternoon. Officers for the coming year will be elected. Articles showcase garments set for distribution to City Hospital Christ Church St Francis Hospital and other benevolent homes.

Nestliework Guild Lower Jersey City Second Presbyterian Church Third Street City Hospital Christ Church St. Francis’ ‘Hospital St. Katherine Ghilaren’s Whiter Raymond Roth and Baptist Home

Night Out Drunken Row Lands Two in City Custody

Mary Dolan of 18 Congress street spent her night off in a tavern and after heavy drinking caused a noisy scene on Central avenue. Police intervened and fined her. John McKnight of 7 Cambridge avenue was arrested for disorderly conduct and later released after a fine payment. An ambulance took him to City Hospital where a doctor attributed his condition to drug effects.

Mary Dolan Congress Street John McKnight Cambridge Avenue Central Avenue de Urious Aima

Meinely Olb Election At Bergen Hall

Fragmentary report notes a meeting at Bergen Hall with candidates and new members elected. Names and details are garbled but reference to Finley and By with Alberch as new members. No clear outcomes or organizations fully readable.

de Derees Bergen Hall Ine Ei Preailent Roger Provident Jono Stramny Baressie Menara Jame Correa . d. Pitepatrink Finley de “Alberch Rocely

Court Calendar for May Sessions Opens

A court calendar lists scheduled hearings and filings for May sessions. Local court records show judges and case numbers, with dates in the timetable and room assignments for public access.

Carrie Stevens Sentenced and Strikes at Judge in Court

Carrie Stevens known as the rounder was jailed for ninety days in Delland County Jail after a grand jury charge of assault and battery. En route back to her cell she drew a hat pin, lunged at Doorstan Lubbock, and hurled obscene insults at Justice Dorigliss. The incident halted only by guards as she taunted the judge and threatened further mischief.

Jaffer Carrie Stevens Idoorstan Lubbock Phils Pesca Wein Katerime Jualice Dorigliss Chile Ig Couet Wyatt

Tattooed Sailor Dies After Hemorrhage At City Hospital

The tattooed man found unconscious on a General Railroad easement at Comnwinipaw was taken to Guy Hospital Monday and died this morning. He was described as a sailor beloved for his bright inked belly and star ship designs, with figures of stars and women. He was light-haired and about 30. The tattooed man’s body bore colorful, detailed ink work.

Bern & Sailor Guy Hospital Comnwinipaw

Prison on Wheels Case Moves Through Streets

Mortimer PF and Keyes of New Durham were involved in a wheel theft incident on Bramelin Street Union Hill. A wheel vanished from a yard while residents, including Albert Rose, observed irregular riding before a New York arrest attempt and eventual discharge for lack of evidence. Keyes later recovered the wheel and faced trial in Union Hill, with a questionable alibi about meeting relatives in New York.

Mortimer PF Keyes New Durham Baulevant Bramelin Street Union Feeney Albert Rose New York Charles Street Ose

Knights of Pythea entertain at Jersey City lodge anniversary

Jersey City lodge No. ds Knights of Pytheia celebrated its twenty-eighth anniversary with an entertainment and smoker in the Third National Bank Building. Leslie Gossin presented recitation with applause. George Thomas and William B. Francis sang. Robert McDonald enjoined encores. other performers included John Brennan, Charles So, Iben Heesie, Milton Robtectiss, John Kent, and Allen. A fire address honored the memory of deceased members.

Sersey City Lodge No Knights of Pyshins Third National Bank Lesiie Gossin George Thomas Willam B. Francis Jersey City Robert McDonald Zcen Aliemaner John Brennan Charles So Iben Heesie Milton Rob- Tectiss Kent Fiers Ms. John Comhitl, Chatman Sajor John Kent Alen, ‘Ili HM. Grobigla John Start Aid

Justifiable Homicide Trial Relative to Threat at Jersey City

Max Winterstein of Hoboken faced Special Sessions for threatening Emma Miller of Jersey City Heights on Thanksgiving night. Miller testified he visited her Hoboken residence previously and threatened to shoot her. Under cross examination, details showed prior boarding together and intermittent contact. The defendant was acquitted.

Max Winterstein Hoboken Special Sessions Court Emma Miller Charles Street Jersey City Heights Botany Bint Tases Mr_ wisneta Mrs. Miller

Speeing Léssions Court Hears Knife Attempt Case

Frank Bruder faced the Speeing Léssions Court today as he allegedly tried to stab Policeman Hagar with a carving knife. The scene included restraining gestures, a window check, and Bruder’s recurred actions amid moralizing remarks and a second court appearance for domestic charges against his wife Marysi at No 8 President Street, East Newark. The docket also noted Daniel J. Moclary’s civil suit, and a delayed hearing for a separate case due to ongoing proceedings.

Frank Bruder Speeing Léssions Court Hagar Bruder Grumk Edyerd Gende M Court Marysi Presdent Street East Newari

New Sewer System Ravine Road Plan Moves Forward

A city conference in Hull discusses funding for a major sewer upgrade linking Ravine Road to Newark and Hoboken lines. Officials authorize plans to connect lateral sewers, reassess tax levy needs, and seek legislation to borrow funds for the project with work planned to begin in spring.

Hull Grose The of Finance Street Ve Water Beart. Corporation Hoboken Avenue Pallade Avenue Eine Nubeker Avenue Thirtecers Street Newark Avenue Cliss Termigey Newark Hoboken Wun Sonabe Vest Edlow Harrison Denny Fowler W. W. Ruggles Blott Winser Ndt

New Parks Discussed at City Hall

The mayor backed park land purchases under Cassinian law with a $101,000 limit for sites and improvements. Officials favor five acre near New York Bay Cemetery and a three acre tract on Ogden Avenue, with options secured and costs to be determined.

Aken Wanser New York Bay Bay Narrows Ogden Avenue Liberty Bowara Tirne Hs Canta

Britain Belligerent Cable Teases Parliament Plans

London December 1 The "St James Gazette" states the highest authority for the sate of the next year’s army estimates will be presented to Parliament after gathering. Details note eighteen new artillery batteries with four guns each and a reorganization of the cavalry.

Uitte London Den Isé Jamex Gdzntie Ary Ihfantre Sod Batterida

No Hope For Kast In London Criminad Case

In London on December 18 189%- Frederick Kast a defendant with Lady Ling Scott and others faces a grave criminal action. The patient Enel Ruerill suffers pneumonia and relapse. Doctors declare no chance of recovery. four men regard the case as hopeless.

United Prom London Der Frederick “Ust Ling Scott Szhn Cockstom William Avier Aclon Enel Ruerill

Zulus Face British Columns in Nyassiland Conflict

Dispatch from Cape Town reports three British columns advancing against the Angin Zatus in Nyassiland southwest region. In Manhattan style chaos, attackers feared as Britons press a station while Zulu defenders resist. London notes a conference on protectionism with Sir Lowther leading discussions and criticism of Laurier’s stance on protective tariffs.

Cape Town Biastyre South Ares Nyassiland Hasmad Talsslang Pee’ Nee Ab Tote Portugues Afeios

Steamer Given Tot Lost Off North German Coast

A Bremen based steamer named Sallsr or Sailsr with Captain Weeps was en route from Bremen to Buenos Ayres when it disappeared in fog near Corunna. The vessel, part of the North German Lloyd Steamship Company, was reported totally lost after a distressing encounter, with crew and passengers unaccounted for amid rough seas and poor visibility.

Acre Brom Bremen Dee Sallsr Atakaour al Gross Eid Lieyd Steamship Company

Lasker and Steinitz Draw in Dulles Prize Match

Moscow report on the ninth game of the chess match between Lasker and Steinitz. A Queen's Gambit battle concluded in a draw after thirty six moves. Promat score shows Lasker and Steinitz with zero points and a 4 0 0 result against them.

Rebels capture Ambohitantely near Antananarivo

Paris dispatch reports Madagascar rebels seized Ambohitanteana, ten miles from Antananarivo, on the night of November 2. Forty prisoners were taken and the center held. English residents escaped.

Cnitech Pree Paris Astananarive Madagascar Amhohiteanea

Roussea u dead governor of Indo China dies in Paris

Paris dispatch reports M Rousseau governor of French Indo China Hanoi died. Also noted is the death of renowned explosives inventor Hee Nobet in San Remo. The colonial and scientific communities mourn these losses as details emerge from officials.

Paris Colonial Office M. Rousseau Hanoi Preae

Untitled notice fragment in dense OCR text

An OCR fragment references United State Mortgage and Trust Co and Cedar Street New York with unclear names and phrases. The readable bits mention a mortgage related matter and a request or directive to send for related documents or prospectus. The text is incomplete and lacks concrete actions or dates.

Recifirar Stuck United State Mortgage and Trust Co Kew York

Osborne’s Visitor Tries For Wardens Job In Strange Meeting

An elderly visitor from Canton arrives at the insane ward requesting a position, offering to accept a pension or cabinet post. The warden and mayor debate his suitability as the Major, who is described as elderly with red whiskers, is led away for rest, while the ward prepares for the next steps of the unlikely recruitment.

Finseric Anerarel Tay Siezie Werden Willa Atehinier Canton Onin Gallea Essuma Cme Ana Tewoe Joan Moscalgnt Ivea

Hessler Lost Balance In Tank Accident Near Steward Street

In New York, a laborer named Tab Hessler residing at Nay 9 Prospect Street fell from a moving tank on Steward Street near the bridge. He was cast against a support, sustaining injuries, and was removed by bystanders as the car continued moving. The report notes his forearm and head injuries and ongoing condition.

Tabu Hessler Prospect Strest

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