Death of Maceo Reported by Spanish Campaign
Madrid reports an engagement near Havana on December 7 in which a 500-strong Spanish reconnoitering party clashed with about 2,000 insurgents. Antonio Maceo is alleged killed, his body found with a relative of General Maximo Gomez. A diary and letters suggest the insurgent leadership and movements, while Rebel forces claim further skirmishes across Pinar del Rio and Artemisa.
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Havana
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Beath Op Ma Con Perme Ey He Ported Waya
Note from Havana reported in Beath Op Ma Con Perme Ey about the death of the son of Maximo Gomez. Letters found on a body are said by Spaniards to confirm the death of Maceo. The item notes a private view in Florida and cites the Havana report from December 9.
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Beaulomia
Sourehing
Wis Ney Weyer
Wanae
Rey West
Fla
Havana
Maximo Gomez
Maceo
Cuban Patriot Maceo Vows Post Death Sacrifice
The youth states he will not abandon Maceo's body and plans suicide to avoid capture by Spaniards. He claims two wounds and asks his parents not to judge him, saying the act aims for Cuba's glory. Reports say Maceo’s body lies near San Pedro or Poturo La Matilda, while Spanish troops hunt to recover it. Weyler’s injury rumor unconfirmed.
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Maceo
Cuba
San Pedro
Poturo la Matilda
Tita
Weyler
US to Conform to Monroe Doctrine on Cuba and Spain
Madrid reports that Cleveland's message signals a shift toward Monroe Doctrine principles in Cuba and Spain. The Cabinet will judge the text, likely altering Spain–US relations, while Vermo notes possible US intervention in Cuba next March. Official Madrid confirms Cuban insurgent leader Antonio Maceo has died as telegraphed.
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Madrid
Deer
Cuba
Spain
Cleveland
United States
Wernido
Antonio Maceo
Pilz gim m ons Sharkey fight hearing stirs San Francisco crowd
In Judge Sanderson's court room a large crowd gathered to hear sensational claims about the fix of the Pilzgimmons Sharkey prize fight. Ian Australian Billy Smith testified that Fitzsimmons and four men formed the National Athletic Club setup with Wyatt Earp as referee. Lynch Groom Gibbs denied Smith's charges calling him perjurer.
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San Francisco
Sharkey Sued Over Alleged Robbery Conspiracy
San Francisco reports Rab Pitzaitumonse’s representative files suit to recover a were artifact claimed stolen from Sharkey. Col Kowalski says witnesses will be brought to prove a conspiracy and delays will be avoided by presenting evidence in court or by deposition if needed.
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San Francisco
Der
H. I. Ko- Witlski
Rab Pitzaitumonse
Bovueht
Tom Sharkey
Flys Witeh
Tia Doe
Chia Wollen
Col. Kowalski
Youn
Youn Seizld the Whole Question In Short. If Sharkey, Harp. Lynch and That Elique
Sandersom
Wiiteh
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Pussingmons
Sharkey
Irish rider dominates six-day bike event at Madison Square Garden
The Irish cyclist known as the Mucky and graceful rider completed sixty miles in eleven minutes past six, finishing far ahead of the best previous mark. Hale set sixty-six hours eleven minutes for a thousand mile pace, recalling Martin’s seventy-four hour forty-one minute record from the 1892 race.
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New York
Dec. U
Madson Square Garden
Hale
Heain
Martin
Montfiore Social League Holds Leap Year Ball
The Montfiore Social and Literary Association hosted a leap year ball at Montefiore Hall last night. A very large attendance enjoyed a supper at midnight and dancing resumed, lasting until nearly 8 a m.
Child hurt foot after stepping on trap door on Main St
A five year old and her mother watched from a show window on Main Street when the child stepped on a trap door to a cellar, her foot became caught between the bars, causing a difficult extraction and potential serious injury.
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Main Street
Adar
The Silver Campaign Organized for Speakers in Every County
The Silver campaign plan emerges from a conference in Missouri with W J Bryan Senator Jones and Gov Stone agreeing to a four year aggressive agitation. Walter J Vrooman reports a National Bureau of Volunteer Speakers with headquarters in Washington to place 5000 speakers in the field within three months and maintain effort until 1900. Bryan endorses the honor roll of volunteers and confirms the plan.
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St. Louis
Dec. C
W. J. Bryan
Senilor Jones
Arkansas
Gov. Stone
Missouri
Walter J. Vrooman
Washington, D.C
Vrooman
National Bureau of
Headquarties
Washington
United States
Loo, W
Bryan
Dryan
Lincoln, Neb
Walter Vyrooman
Naw
Eld
Aryan birthday speeches set for two city events
Lincoln Neb January arrangements recount two birthday speeches planned for the evening of January 5 at Omaha and Chicago linked events. The silver champion will be honored as guest of the two celebrations after afternoon activities and two elovations.
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TCU
Lincoln
Neb
Aryan
Omaha
Chicago
Postponed Target Practice Ends With Sharp Shooting
The Lee Rifles traveled to Ocean View for a postponed drill and rifle competition. Sergeant V. C. Burrow led with a near perfect 1 of 15 at 200 yards while Corporal Fecuron scored highly. Captain Tarra won the informal pistol event among staff officers in a gathering of thirty seven guests at the Pavillon.
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Lee Rifles
Ocean View
Capetain Sheen
Brew
Providency
V. C. Burrow
Ming
AL Lecture Series Explores Everyday Electric Devices
A series of lectures outlines practical topics from primary batteries and bells to burglar alarms and telephones. Attendees will see life size apparatus, ask questions, and receive on‑the‑spot answers.
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Uy Bs
Colonial Hostesses at Greattree DAR Reception Decorated in Empire Style
The Greatridge Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution hosted its 12st anniversary of the Battle of Great Hrndee on December 4 1775 in Ghent. The event featured lavish colonial decor by Mrs John Graham and guests in colonial gowns with powder. The program included gifts for the library from Philip Alexander Bruce and an address by Bishop Alfred Magill Minolfth on Colonial and Revolutionary History.
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Daughters of the
Great Hrndee
John Graham
Pembroke
Colonial Avenues
Ghent
Gheut Irhige Chapter
Falown
Hugh N. Page
Richard Walke
Tazewell
Mies Rose Rowntree
Gud Mra
Philip Yeaman
Mobe T M. Hughes
Virginia Historical Magazine
Philip Alexander Bruce
Virginia Historical Society
Richmond
Bruce
Hughes
Bishop Randolph
Alfred Magill Minolph
Virginia
Ibera
Missionary Work Inspires at Doworth M E Church Address
Rev. H C Morrison missionary secretary of the Methodist church spoke on mission work in Mexico last evening at Doworth M E Church. He described schools in Mexico with property valued at 250000 and highlighted Brag as a field of 16000 people near the southern border. He urged strong support for the southern mission field and praised the eager reception of missionaries.
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Iemail
Dpworth M. E. Church
H.C. Morrison
Methodist Church
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Nol Bret
Morrivon
Mexico
Americine
Maxteo
Hesid
Hragil
Missionary Lectures on Japan At St Luke's Parish House
Rev. K Ambler and Rev John Aimbler spoke at St Luke's on Japan during a four night series. They described Japanese customs, progress of missions, and how contributions support the work. The talks are illustrated with stereopticon views and free admission.
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K. Ambler
John A. Aimbler
Episcopal Church
Japan
St. Luke's
Jtev
Ambler
Speier
Confederate Veterans Camp Holds Special Meeting to Plan War Tableau
A special Pickett Buchanan Camp meeting at 8 p m discussed a war tableau for December 22 at the Academy of Music to benefit the Confederate relief fund. Committees were named to organize costumes tickets and press support while a Peters burg clipping recalled Comrade Walter F P A Sccott.
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Confederaiy
Woodhouse
A. L. Perry
Front Neutenant
GU. M. "Todd
W. Wilson
T. K. Jackson
Henry and Taylor
Creek Mur
Momma Che
Academy of Music
FP. J. Shipp
Conrade McCnamick
Arnell
Miliean
Wilon
Creekmur
Daughters of the
Wee Rege
Yelief
Petersburg
Walter FP. A
Point Lookout
Cuba Resolutions Pass in Senate Amid Dingley Bill Debate
The Senate debated Cuban independence with three joint resolutions urging recognition and U S takeover. A motion to take up the Dingley bill caused a political stir, eventually failing 21 to 18. Immigration reform remained unfinished as the session adjourned.
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Dingley
Nebraska
Allen
Senate
Alevenson
Frye
House Sits Briefly on Labor Spirit Agenda
Washington Dec 9 The House session opened with a labor spirit, lasted under three hours, nine measures and two conference reports were acted on. Other business focused on middle west and Pacific coast states. A resolution routing the President's message to committees was approved. The House adjourned at 2:26.
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Washington
House
Congress
Middle West
Pacific Coast
Ways and Means
Christmas Tragedy Alters Hancock Family Plans
Mr William Hancock church organiser sent his wife and two children Alfred and the baby to Morlind months ago to visit parents as he hoped to see them before his father died. A telegram informed him Alfred was dead and the baby dying. He left for New York and sailed today for Liverpool to be with his wife and remaining child.
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William Hancock
First Baptist Church
Alfred
Morlind
Hancock
Amred
Cluren
New York
Liverpool
Wright's Last Chance Bargains on Malin Street
The advertisement offers ladies jackets capes lace curtains chenille portieres and table covers plus table linens towels napkins and drapery goods with big bargains at Wright's 196 Malin Street Also U Nox tent? bottles advertised at 25 cents at 207 and 209 Malin Street.
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Malin Street
Levy Bros Holiday Goods Display At 152 Main Street
A display of handsome holiday goods is shown at Levy Bros with goods suitable for every pocketbook. Dr Week eye expert is permanently located offering free examinations. Visit FY HB Gale at 152 Main Street for glasses and eye care.
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Levy Bros
Dr. Week
Gale
Main Street
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