NO OFFER TO SPAIN The Cardensa Interview Denied
Madrid reports Count Casa Miranda refutes claims by Senor Jose de Armas Cardenas that he discussed a Cuban sale to insurgents. Cardenas had published a pamphlet recounting visits to Madrid and Paris and a meeting with Miranda, alleging Spain would sell Cuba for 190 million if Cubans accepted arms. Miranda denies any such negotiations or dialogues.
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Cuban Insurrection Update as Weyler Moves Debated
Havana reports no definite news on Gen Weyler's movements or the whereabouts of Gen Maceo. Rumors say Maceo may lure Weyler into a trap, with Spanish forces suffering minor skirmishes, cattle losses, and destroyed huts in Piñar del Rio and Havana provinces. A dynamite explosion near Seiba Mecha province wounded one soldier, and treasury orders restrict tobacco exports from Pinar del Rio and Havana.
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Capture of Guaimaro: Cuban patriots claim siege success
A Dec 1 report from New York recounts Gen Calixto Garcia's adjutant letter detailing the capture of Guaimaro in Camaguey Cuba. The letter says a 12 day siege ended with 28 prisoners and that officers were paroled while the rank and file were sent to Cuban plantations.
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Fragmented War Loot and Cuban Refugees Reported
A garbled dispatch describes booty taken by Gen. Careia including 500 centenek a gold piece worth 5.30 and total values of 21,000. 200 Mau ser rifles 195 rounds and 560 machetes plus medicines clothing. The captured soldiers preferred Cuban protection to liberty. Cuaguaro in Camaguesy district Poerty Princing. Also London notes honoring Bayard and Lister with praise for Bayard’s role in mending US Britain ties.
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Summoned to Rome Bishop Keane sails for pope duties
Washington December 1 Bishop Keane former rector of the Catholic university will sail Saturday for Rome to join the propaganda to propagate the faith. He will stay two to three days in New York before departure and will serve as an American representative influencing clergy and laypeople connected to the university.
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LEIUT MEIGS RESIGNS TO RETURN TO PRIVATE WORK
Washington December 1 Secretary Herbert accepted Lieut J F Meigs retired officer’s resignation to take effect June 30 next He retired in 1891 due to disability and then joined Bethlehem Front Steel as an ordnance expert The issue notes a clause restricting retired officers from working for the government and Meigs planned to continue with the private firm
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Hartlein's Hallucination and the Wilederee Folly
A garbled account describes Hartlein's Hallucination and a prisoner named Gareth We on trial. The text depicts a chaotic mix of names, alleged threats, and a looming gallows scene, with uncertainties about room, date, and venue. The fragment hints at a sensational public spectacle and potential legal proceedings.
Mayor Gleason Held for Trial in Election Law Case
Long Island City December report on Major Gleason accused of unfair appointment of election inspectors. Gleason pleaded not guilty through counsel Stevens. District Attorney Noble asked for a trial date. Justice Gaynor planned to set one later.
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Brodie seeks arrest warrant against pursuer Harmaton
Chicago stage figure Steve Brodie swore out a warrant for Richard Harmaton who has trailed him nationwide with threats to kill. Brodie, fearing for his safety, says the man is a crank and may attempt an assassination. Albany reports canals closed for season except Erie eastern division kept open till midnight.
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Bryan on silver issue and prospects for bimetallism
New York December 1 The December North American Review carries Mr Bryan's article on the election as a turning point for silver. He calls the result a temporary defeat but permanent gain for bimetallism and predicts continued fights to secure free coinage with four more years of experience. He notes regional shifts in sentiment and warns the issue is not settled.
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Towed Into Port After Propeller Loss in Storm
The British steamer Cotehele, from New York to Hull, was towed into Halifax by the Holbein after losing her propeller and shaft in heavy seas. The disabled ship drifted five days before assistance, tow lines snapped thrice, and salvage terms await arbitration. Cotehele carries general cargo while Holbein fields grain and merchandise.
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The Late Ex Senator Scott Exposed As Lawyer Politician
Philadelphia December 1 John Scott ex United States senator from Pennsylvania died last Sunday night He was born in 1924 in Alexandria Huntingdon county of Scotch Irish descent He studied law and was admitted to the bar He served in the state legislature and the U S senate His tariff speeches and rail road work made him prominent He was a trustee of the University of Pennsylvania and held various offices He lived in West Philadelphia since 1875 and kept out of politics after the railroad ties He was a notable corporation solicitor and public figure in Pennsylvania history
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William Steinway death ends famed piano dynasty
William Steinway, head of Steinway & Sons piano makers and rapid transit commissioner, died of typhoid fever at Gramercy Park. Born March 5 1836 in Seesen Duchy of Brunswick he arrived in the United States in 1850 and rose to lead the firm after 1871. He founded Steinwar Long Island and sponsored a public school in 1887. He served on the national Democratic Committee and was once considered for governor and mayor. He led charitable works and supported the arts through Liederkranz tenure and broad society involvement.
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Maine Central names Evans new general manager
At an adjourned Maine Central directors meeting Payson Tucker declined to resign and was removed as vice president and general manager. George Fo Ryans elected general manager, amid moves to tighten Boston & Maine Maine Central coordination. Tucker remains a director and vice president.
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Capt Glass to Be Released from Texas Command
Navy department says Captain Glass of the Texas will soon be relieved of command and reassigned. The transfer, part of normal changes, is not connected to recent Texas mishaps. Georgia legislature weighs football ban and cigarette sales in a separate bill.
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Ready to Go to Jail for Sugar Trust Testimony
Elverton R Chapman, convicted for refusing to testify before the senate sugar trust investigating committee, has the Supreme Court’s affirmation and will surrender in Washington. His lawyers plan to seek a habeas corpus writ to test the law’s constitutionality as fellow Sugar Trust figures face similar indictments and potential trials in district courts.
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Gold and currency notes stir Treasury outlook
Washington reports no plan to resume gold certificate issues for bullion as sterling strengthens toward gold export point. Treasury holds about 30 million above reserve limit and fears inflows would shrink currency supply. In Key West Oscar Cespedes, Herald correspondent, faces court martial in Cuba, while Melton’s Cabanas illness lingers. Lifesaving service notes 118 annual shipboard deaths, and Hamburg dock strike aims at settlement. Navy updates flag Indiana, Philadelphia voyage, and Machias movements as Halifax hosts Prince Louis of Savoy dinner.
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