Adradlock Agreement Shapes Senatorial Ballot
Charleston W Va Jan 25 Leaders of both parties agreed on a caucus pact. N Scott Republican caucus nominee will have 47 votes, John T McCraw Democrat 46. Other two votes go to Judge Nathan Goff and Judge Reese of Glenville. The joint assembly tally reflected absences and shifting loyalties as caucus deliberations continued.
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Cuban Captain Arrests After Plantations Ordered Closed
A Cuban captain named Zoratin at Guan tanamo and four others obtained work at the Anta Cecelia plantation near Guantanamo. They were expelled under threat of court martial. American troops guarding the plantat ion arrested Planch, who claimed orders from his officers. Lt Col Ray notes insurgents resist disarming and force three work days. About twenty plantations in the district are guarded, with workers mainly engaged by Lt Col Ray’s regiment. Some insurgents seek protection from U S forces, while authorities doubt their motives in burning plantations.
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Congress Faces Three Night Session On War Policies
The House debates three measures including a standing army bill for 200,000,000 men, a discretionary power to call 50,000 volunteers, and a temporary continuation of the war series. Senate discussions show division on expansion with Mr Clay opposing it and urging quick ratification of the Spain treaty to empower Congress. Opponents seek a vote amid war powers and postwar duties.
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Spain to Sell Carolines Amid Pacific Island Bid War
Madrid reports a bill authorizing sale of the Carolines and other islands. The government will assure the cortes the islands will not be ceded to the United States Great Britain or Japan. Other nations beyond Germany may bid for naval stations in the Marianne and Carolines. A German-backed anarchist plot is said to be thwarted. A former Philippines governor warns Americans of the difficulties ahead.
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AnoncilIa's Appeal on Philippine Recognition and War Fear
Filipino agent Agonelllo urges U S prompt action to reassure Manila that conquest is not the aim. He cites 20,000 American troops and warships in the area, notes impending operations, and calls for a frank joint communication to prevent conflict while praising U S wartime cooperation against Spain.
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Rupture Between Americans and Filipinos Reported
Dispatch from Hong Kong cites a Reforma note that the rupture is an accomplished fact and Spaniards in the archipelago face danger. The Imparcial notes American inability to quell insurgents in Luzon and the Visayas. Filipino junta members issue a protest statement against the purchase.
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Reforma
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Filippino Uprising Strains American Control in Filipino Lands
Reports from the interior claim Aguinaldo’s authority is widely recognized. Filipino troops are encamped and provisioning levies are imposed on villagers while American river launches endure harsh scrutiny and restraint beyond Manila. About 80 000 Filipinos are reported under arms with 50 Maxim machines in use at Midalos.
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Milppine Islamia
Midalos
Manila
Hostili Lea
Aguinaldo
No Brigandage in Cuba and U S Cavalry Plans
Report describes US military intent to suppress banditry in Cuba with cavalry and established patrols. Seventh Cavalry in Pinar del Rio, Second Cavalry in Matanzas and Havana provinces, Cuban generals and civilians press for rapid settlement to avert violence.
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Pinar del Tito
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United States
New Jersey Elects Senator Kean in Joint Session
In Trenton on January 25 the New Jersey Legislature elected John Kean of Elizabeth as United States senator. Kean won 14 senate and 37 house votes in the senate, with James Smith Jr. receiving 7 and 22 respectively. Kean, a long-time Republican leader, is 41 and has twice run for governor.
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Congress
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Garson
Nev
M. Stewart
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Newlands
Aguinaldo's Ridiculous Demand and Philippine Question
North German Gazette critiques Premier Sagasta's claim that Aguinaldo linked Filipino liberation of Spanish prisoners to Spain recognizing a Philippine republic and vows Vatican recognition as well. It calls the condition incivilized and outside civilized norms. It notes two young skaters’ drownings in New York state after mistaking black ice. In Billville, glass workers in South Jersey delay a strike as it gains organization, with boys resisting manufacturers and union leaders urging disciplined action.
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Wheeler’s Status Debate Moves Through Judiciary Panel
Washington January 2. The House Judiciary Committee began the inquiry into Major General Wheeler and other army officers’ status as to eligibility for temporary or uncertain duties. Wheeler’s prepared statement notes potential embarrassment in appointing members to commissions and cites constituent appeals and personal abstention from active participation.
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Deadlock in Pennsylvania Senate Vote for Senator
The sixth ballot in the Pennsylvania senate and house for United States senator produced little change as Quay remained 14 short of a majority. Jenks led anti Quay Republicans with 90 votes against Quay's 106. Details show a scattered anti Quay vote with Dalzett Irvin Stewart Huff and others. Wanamaker addressed the group urging continued sessions. Democrats say they will not assist Quay return. Jenks defends his candidacy linking it to Altoona platform principles. Judge Gordon of Philadelphia asserts Quay will not win any Democratic votes.
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Delaware Deadlock On Senate Ballot Leaves Parties Splitting
The Delaware assembly completed a ballot for U.S. senator with Gray, Addicks, Dupont, Vapont, and others receiving votes. Dupont Republicans met with party leaders and considered a second choice strategy as the night ended in disagreement over who to support next.
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Destructive Fire Destroys Osterhout Building in Wilkesharre
In Wilkesharre, Pa., a massive blaze at the Osterhout building on Public Square and East Market Street reduced the four story brick structure to ruins. Total loss estimated at 225,000 dollars. Detective Joseph Moore, who lived in the burned building, perished in the flames.
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Cuba Taxes Debate Influences US Tax Plan Shift
Washington cabinet discussions on abandoning the Span ish Bank of Havanan as a tax collection intermediary. General Brooke argues taxes were heavy and unfairly collected, while the government contemplates remitting unpaid rural and city taxes and restoring state property taken during the war. Financial estimates show large sums involved amid reorganizing government finances. Newlands defeated in Nevada senate race as W M Stewart elected US senator on joint ballot.
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Produce markets reflect Philadelphia and Baltimore dealings
Philadelphia and Baltimore reports show flour prices steady, wheat and corn firm, rye strong, oats unchanged, and butter, cheese, and eggs at unchanged to firm levels. Cottonseed and cabbage noted. Baltimore wheat futures mixed, rye higher, hay firm, and live stock and hog markets showing steady to firm trends in early January.
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