Senator Carters Threat Sparks Senate Debate Over Philippine Policy
In Washington on January 31 the senate debated the Indian appropriation and the Philippines issue. Senator Carter of Montana warned that approving certain resolutions would back rebels in the Philippines. he said once the treaty is ratified the government would identify and whip those in rebellion to maintain authority. The house worked on the army bill, adopting amendments to shrink infantry and cavalry sizes and staff officers. A substitute aimed at equalizing promotions passed, while a failed attempt sought to cut staff officer age limits from 50 to 30. A mental and moral exam requirement for promotions was added.
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New Jersey Lawmakers Introduce Measures in Brief Session
Trenton January measures move to third reading including prohibiting noncitizens from public works employment and nonresident fishing, authorizing annual police families' pensions, limiting licensed property bars, and setting freeholder salaries at 300 dollars in mid-sized counties.
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Noted Pickpocket Arrested in Church Pocketing Incident
Montreal reports John Laney alias Mouse Matches alias Dr. L. Denmark and Dr. Simpson, a renowned pickpocket who has served in Sing Sing, was arrested after being detected pickpocketing worshippers at the Church of the Holy Sacrament.
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Peace correspondence on the Philippine treaty debated in Senate
The president sent to the senate the state department peace treaty correspondence from Paris. Commissioners urged taking Luzon and the whole Philippines, while Gray opposed. the senate refused to print the papers after brief debate. Another note from Avoncilido protests U S policy toward the Filipino republic and will be ignored.
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Dreyfus Agitation Moves Through French Legislature
Paris reports the chamber of deputies approved a government plan to submit trial revision tests to a committee for examination by the court of cassation. The opposition is forming around the government policy as leaders like Loew Bard and Manau may be summoned to justify their actions. The Duke of Orleans, addressing Brussels artisans, urged unity to restore France, pledging loyal service.
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The Pennsylvania Senatorship Deadlock and War News
Harrisburg reports no break in the senatorial deadlock with Quay leading and Democrats united against him. 39 votes cast, 35 for Quay, others abstaining. New York welcomes the Sixty-ninth Regiment home amid vast crowds and city officials. Reports from Pekin note a change in throne succession plans and a guarded emperor. paymaster General Stanton retires amid honors. Washington adjusts Cuban tariff preferences affecting post exchanges. London notes a new literary magazine venture by Churchill and Miss Jerome. Hazleton crime brief details a blast victim dying later.
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Deadly duel in Camden leaves one man dying
In Camden N F on January 31 William Wrench was shot five times by Henry Darr after a confrontation with Darr. Wrench was struck in the stomach forehead and shoulder and is not expected to survive. Darr, who is black, was captured on a ferry to Philadelphia.
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Cuban peace talks shift to Gomez amid McKinley aid plan
Reports say President McKinley authorized Robert P. Porter to arrange a 5 million dollar disbursement to Cuban soldiers in exchange for disbanding Gomez’s forces. Porter to meet Gomez ally Senor Gonzalez De Quezada in Remedios to press favorable terms while Gomez may attend Marlunco for troop review.
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President urged to appoint Wheeler to Major General role
Washington reports state the president has taken no action to replace General Bronke with General Wood as Governor General of Cuba. The General Assembly has passed a resolution urging the president to appoint General Wheeler to major general in the regular army when a vacancy occurs.
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Balfour Discusses Anglophone Bond With United States
In London, Arthur Jomew Tattern delivers a parliamentary address to Manchester constituents about enduring ties between Britain and the United States. He argues friendship rests on shared language, religion, blood, origin, and institutions, not fleeting interests or trade winds.
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Carlism Seems Dying as Madrid Notes Weak Prospects
Madrid correspondent for The Times notes that Carlism in Spain shows fading prospects. Don Carlos is blamed for missed opportunities, public enthusiasm wanes, and the monarchy is solidly established despite Carlist propaganda. Clergy remain only moderately hostile and Basque unrest appears limited. The Army shows no sign of support for a revival.
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Wisconsin's Next Senator Quarles Chosen in Deadlock End
Madison Jan 31 Joseph V Quarles of Milwaukee was nominated by the Republican caucus to succeed John L Mitchell, ending a senatorial deadlock. Hatton moved for unanimous consent and the nomination passed amid a hurrah. Quarles, born in Kanoosha Wis, served as district attorney of Kenosha mayor of Kenosha assemblyman and senator. He studied law and practiced in Racine before moving to Milwaukee in 1888.
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Clerk Arrested for Stealing Letters in General Mail Office
Godfrey FL Bon ey, a clerk in the general post office, was arrested yesterday on charges of stealing letters from the mail. Marked money was found on his person from a decoy letter. He is held for trial in 2509 dollars bail.
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Powder supply ample says long letter on navy ammunition
Secretary Long refutes General Woodford’s claim on Navy ammunition shortages. Ordnance Bureau report details reserve powder levels, shipboard allowances, and emergency orders from Jan 1898 through the Manila Bay period, noting substantial shipments to reinforce the Asiatic squadron.
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Bridge replies to Kinraid over Keely motor fraud claims
J R Bridge of Boston defends himself against Kinraid's breach of faith accusation linked to Keely motor secrets. He says he learned of the fraud without solicitation and witnessed Kinraid's own falsities after Keely's death. Bridge notes ongoing inquiries and his decision to disclose the story with Hill's agreement.
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