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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1899
Page
1
Interceptions report quieting Cuban unrest notes Dr Lacuna and Quesada urging cooperation with American forces. Porter, Gomez talks, and a potential rise in payments to insurrectionists emerge as U.S. mediation aims for a calm settlement. Cuban factions push independence with a US-backed framework.
Secretary of War Alger and a Congressional party sail from Brooklyn for Santiago de Cuba aboard the Berlin tomorrow afternoon. 1,100 tons of coal and extensive supplies are loaded, with Miss Helen Gould inspecting the Sherman and arranging nurses and books for sailors and soldiers. Provisions valued at 8000 are loaded, including nine carloads of fresh beef.
Edward McHugh, organizer of dock laborers and disciple of Henry George, retires after two years in Manhattan. A farewell dinner at Talon Square honors McHugh as he sails to Scotland, with remarks by ex-Congressman notable single tax advocates and local speakers.
The Times reports a Chinese central railway loan of 2,300,000 pounds is guaranteed by China and secured on the Northern railways. China pledges the lines will not be transferred to Persian or other powers. The Panama situation is described as worse.
Confused dispatch reports a growing strike among panic and maritime workers across ports in Panama Cobh and Colombia. The unrest threatens cargo unloading and voyage connections with vessels from Fortune Teand and the steamer Advance amid concerns over health of the consul and tense labor relations.
The January 2 confirmation of De Watkin J. Williams as Bishop of Hangor at St Marylebone prompted anti spiritualist activist John Kent to protest claiming "Romanianing tendencies" of the bishop. The Royal Albert Hall hosted a Protestant rally with ten thousand attendees denouncing perceived Catholic influence and urging action to suppress preachers, while Queen Elizabeth was urged to direct passage of measures.
The Filipino Junta protests the US refusal to work with Philippine representatives, claiming the commission cannot understand Philippine self-government without national government cooperation. They condemn General Otis and assert strong local support for Aguinaldo, noting harsh actions by American forces and censorship on telegraphs. Reinforcements to the Philippines are being dispatched, with ships Sherman and Sheridan carrying infantry to Manila, boosting General Otis’s strength by about seven thousand men. Reports from London and Madrid relay tensions, muttered mutinies denied by Filipinos, and fear of renewed hostilities as treaty ratifications loom.
Governor Roosevelt convened a cabinet council as state offices face shortages and critics blame slim appropriations. Conferees noted cuts in Public Works and the Capitol, with Partridge aiming to end the year on lean funds."))
Boston mayor Quincy says he will cut his own salary by seven percent, taking the mayor’s duties at a reduced pay of 9350 dollars while police salaries remain unchanged. The move affects about five thousand of ten thousand workers. annual year 8 figures are cited. Stick licorice gains popularity worldwide.
Tendon Jan 31 The St James's Gazette says France is negotiating with French and British financiers for a loan of 8 000 000 to 10 000 000 to fund army and navy. France aims to expand its navy and upgrade the army with a quick ring gun, while seeking peaceful ties with England for financial help. Orders are said to be placed with English firms, others to follow. The paper notes London talks are embryonic and viewed lukewarm. Mazan report before committee Deputies agree to secrecy until decision reached Paris Jan 31 The Chamber committee on the Revision bill heard M Lebret announce Mazan's report on Queanay de Beaurelaire charges against Criminal Section members. The committee will keep the matter secret until bill decisions and documents are decided. An official report will be published daily.
London report states the cabinet will restore constitutional guarantees and create an Exportation Board under the Ministry of State to represent producers interests. Finance Minister Sefior Pulgcerver outlines a new financial scheme including taxes expected to raise 2 million yearly and plans to raise internal law and consolidate part of the debt.
Vancouver hosts a cordial welcome to Philippine Commissioners Presistent Schurman and Professor Worcester as they arrive on the Canadian Pacific Express. Secretary Stein of the Board of Trade delivers an address at the Western capital of the British Empire. The Board hopes the Commissioners’ labors will yield a successful outcome.
Princess Ferdinand of Bulgaria dies from praemonia today after giving birth to a daughter yesterday evening. Marie Louise, born January 17, married April 8 to Prince Ferdinand, eldest daughter of Duke Robert of Farma. The couple had four children including Boris, Cyril, and a newborn daughter, with Ferdinand at the bedside.
Vienna reports the Bulgarian princess died after a fortnight frail with fever and influenza. The article recalls her unhappy marriage, disputes with statesman Stambuloff, and rumors of a murder plot by the widow of Stambuloff.
Sof. Mulgaria January 31 M Grecoff has formed a new cabinet with himself as premier and foreign minister. The old cabinet resigned amid discontent with Premier Stolloff and policy on Macedonian autonomy. The note mentions antagonism to Bulgarian aims and influence in Macedonia. Also includes a brief, unrelated railway line reference to Atlantic Coast Line schedules and a mixed ad-like segment.
Coroner Hart receives Witthaus report confirming mercuric cyanide in Mrs Adams viscera. Inquest set for February, with detectives pursuing the Knickerbocker Athletic Club lead, a handwriting clue from a club member, and ongoing analysis of stomach contents and powders.
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