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Newspaper
Philadelphia Times
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1902
Page
1
The note in the clipping discusses Germany not re entering a station or organization, described as the oreibund. It reflects a standalone stance. No further context or names are provided in the readable text.
In Berlin yesterday Chancellor von Buelow rebuked English Colonial Secretary Chamberlain, with Liberal Herr Richter endorsing the stance. Budget remarks by Baron von Rheinbaben highlighted a 70 million mark deficit but noted a surplus from 1900, while discussions touched on the Dreibund and Austro Italian ties amid Polish questions and fleet plans.
London reports irritations rise after Chancellor Von Buelow rebukes Mr. Chamberlain in Berlin over his Edinburgh speech on the 1870-71 war. The St James Gazette calls Von Buelow a swaggering Pharisee as Anglo German discord deepens.
The Philadelphia Sunday Times presents a broad appeal with pages spanning domestic, local, social, dramatic, and fashion sections plus a pictorial supplement. Headlines promise human interest, notables and a claim about Schley’s Hessian ancestry amid a rich newspaper package.
A British press roundup blames Count Von Buelow for a speech deemed an anti British snub. Reports say German officials seek to curb Britain while European leaders warn of wider tensions. A separate riot at Sal Hungary interrupts Wilson Barrett play The Sign of the Cross as papers back the demonstration.
Paris reports indicate French citizens pressing the government to use coercive measures against Venezuela. The French government remains undecided while informing Washington of American policy against European sovereignty expansion in the Americas.
The Dowager Empress granted an audience in the Forbidden City's most sacred hall defying a long standing dynastic ban on women entering. Officials say she aims to control diplomacy, communications with foreign powers, and potentially the fate of the anti foreign commander Tung Fuh Siang who is reportedly to be beheaded.
Rome announces the Papal commission on modern questions concerning the Holy Writ. It includes Cardinal Parochi, Cardinal Segna, and Vives y Tuto with Professor Grangan from Catholic University in Washington among consultors. The panel will define limits on exegesis and orthodoxy for Catholic scholars and distinguish allowable from private conscience in biblical matters.
Pretoria reports ongoing Boer captures as fifty prisoners are taken this morning. Lovat's Scouts seized the largest batch near Aliwal North yesterday, while General Colville's column took a smaller group at Kopjes river in the Vryheid district.
London January 9 reports James Bryce Liberal MP for Aberdeen delivering a speech to constituents advocating generous de Boers terms. He argued the country tired of wars and peace failures and urged a kinder approach to Boer negotiations to sustain peace and avoid failed campaigns.
Monte Carlo report says M. Santos-Dumont was asked about joining the aerial competition at the St Louis Exposition. He replied that he would participate if conditions permit but he does not yet know the entry terms.
Dublin reports William Redmond and Joseph Devlin of Belfast will sail for the United States at month end to complete organizing work. The trip follows a request from the Irish League of America which is arranging a tour of the country.
Delegates will travel to Washington to meet Congressman Henry Bingham and press for a congressional appropriation to continue the Delaware River Channel project. A hearing with the House river and harbor committee is set for January 18, seeking support for a 30 foot deep, 600 foot wide channel from Christian Street to deep water in Delaware Bay.
The American consul blamed the New Chiang disorder on the failure to punish American sailors after the initial trouble. Charles Magne Tower, U.S. ambassador to Russia, met with Count Lamsdorff to discuss the clash between U S gunboat Vicksburg sailors and Russian soldiers. Washington groups expect no serious complications and the Russian ambassador Cassini called on Secretary Hay, deeming the incident closed.
Reports indicate Dr. Ernst Lieber, leading figure of the Centrist faction in the Reichstag, was fatally wounded. Parallel dispatches note Lord Kitchener informing the War Office of a Boer capture near Brankelaagte and a stalled French gas project in Paris as mining disruptions threaten Spain’s ore-driven economy.
The Philadelphia Sunday Times offers a 36 page pictorial supplement with broad coverage including foreign domestic local general social dramatic sport and fashion news. A feature asks Is Admiral Descended From Hessians His Aptedenta.
Pittsburg reports an impending return of Senator Quay from Florida. The talk centers on his possible stance toward Attorney General Bikin and a potential conference with Stone Flinn workers in Pittsburgh while noting he likely won’t join the municipal race. Quay’s son says the senator’s bronchitis has improved and he may reach Washington tonight.
Former Governor James B. McCreary won the Democratic caucus nomination for United States Senate in Frankfort by a vote of 62 to 87. A veteran of the Civil War and long political career, McCreary later served in Congress and on foreign affairs, coinage, and other committees. He was also a key U S representative at the International Monetary Conference advocating bimetallism.
The steamer Bristol wrecked on Green Island forty miles from Port Simpson while en route from Ledysmith to Treadwell mine. Captain McIntyre and six crewmen died. twenty-one rescued aboard the Cottage City. The vessel struck at 11 pm and disappeared as seas washed over her stern.
London reports from Johannes burg that two years after departure a Times correspondent notes rapid progress in the last two months. Coast communication is secured by blockhouse forts and an agreement with Portugal on native labor eases industrial resumption. Thousands of refugees linger as the city’s finances remain strained, yet the outlook is optimistic and the worst of the war is judged over.
Slight warming with light variable winds. Eastern PA and New Jersey可能 rain or snow in north, warmer in south. Delaware expected fair and slightly warmer through Friday, with Saturday fair and light easterly to southerly winds.
The United States Weather Bureau reports a deficit in precipitation since January 1 with 0.66 inch of moisture recorded. Observations indicate despite ongoing patterns, total rainfall remains below expected levels in Philadelphia.
Ocean liner arrivals show Phoenicia and Hohenzollern from New York with others named Geltic Teutonic Liverpool and York from Antwerp all docking and signaling busy transatlantic traffic with ships listed by origin and destination.
Officials of county and state join in inquiry led by District Attorney Jerome. Accident, caused by a rear car telescoping, killed fifteen and injured many. Wiskar considered sober and capable. directors of the road viewed as largely uninformed about operations. Authorities contemplate electric motive power replacing steam.
Senator Penrose and Representative Bingham with Fayette R. Plumb and Cyrus Borgner asked President Roosevelt to attend the Philadelphia Manufacturers' Club dinner on February 6. The President declined. Attorney General Knox and others accepted. General Bingham will invite several House members to attend.
Harrisburg January 9 Governor Stone set execution dates for Amos Stirlin for the murder of Roy Wilsonite with Henry Ivory and Charles Perry. Stirlin to die Thursday January 27, 1902. Eugene Clements of Philadelphia is set to be executed Tuesday March 11 for the murder of John Coates. Jacob Pesendorfer of Philadelphia is to die Thursday March 14 for the murder of Henry Gautschi.
In a session today Louisiana sugar growers unanimously protested to Congress against a proposed concession to cane sugar producers in Cuba. They argue the plan harms U S sugar duties and singles Louisiana out as a victim to enrich Cuban cane fields.
Charles Strauss burger of Chicago, a priesthood student, was mistakenly targeted by an acid thrower at the Chicago Burlington and Quincy depot in Aurora Illinois. The attacker cried out that he had chosen the wrong man and fled after the incident.
General Funston reports the transport Kilpatrick arrived from Manila with a term-expired crew and the transport Warren followed soon after carrying additional personnel. Brigadier Generals were among the officers aboard.
Partial text from a Philadelphia Sunday edition appears with garbled header and stray phrases. No identifiable events, people, or dates are readable to summarize a specific news item.
After weeks of talks among Cuban interests, an informal plan for tariff relief moves toward Congressional approval. A rebate to Cuban sugar producers is proposed for one year, initially 50 percent, possibly reduced to 30 percent due to beet sugar objections. Senator Pavey of New York drafted a bill seen as acceptable to all sides.
A silver service costing 1000 dollars was completed by Baltimore silversmiths for Admiral Schley. Begun in June 1900, it weighs about 2000 ounces and uses coins from the wreck of the Cristobal Colon sunk at Santiago. Ex-Postmaster General James A. Gary led the gift effort from Pennsylvania New York and Maryland. Presentation will be made soon.
Admiral Winfield Schley and Mrs. Schley left for Savannah on January 9 for a ten day visit. They will be guests of General William W. Gordon during their stay.
Chicago January 9. Fire losses in the city totaling over 1 000 000 prompt the Chicago Underwriters to raise rates and order them into effect immediately. The premium surge is expected to boost city totals beyond the prior level.
The Frankfurter Zeitung reports that leading German steelmakers are forming a nationwide combine covering all steel and ore branches. It also notes German firms have secured orders in London for 25 000 tons of spiegel eisen for American accounts.
In Wilkes Barre on January 9 Magistrate Donahue jailed Michael Stackhouse for forty eight hours for using profane language in the presence of Mrs Mary Durke.
George M. Cottman 32 of 3335 North Smedley street died by hanging in his residence on Wednesday night. A bookkeeper at a Market street hardware store had been in ill health for some time. Mrs. Cottman found the body. Police and Dr. Abbott were summoned and concluded death had occurred several hours earlier.
Oak Lane and Melrose residents post a $1000 reward for the arrest and conviction of burglars active in the suburbs. Posters announcing the reward were distributed yesterday in both communities.
Massachusetts will not officially recognize Presidents Day for William McKinley on January 20. The state memorial committee says observance is not advisable this year.
London January 9 The War Office issues a call for 9 396 infantry volunteers gradually to replace troops serving in South Africa.
Copenhagen dispatch to Central News reports 100 West Indies planters cable the government protesting a proposed transfer. The message, sent January 9, targets the government’s decisions on the transfer and signals broad planter opposition.
Berlin reports 203,208 people left Hamburg and Bremen during 1901. The figures reflect sharp German emigration trends as observed in official statistics.
The Hepburn Nicaragua Canal bill cleared the House by a near unanimous vote after factional opposition to routing through Panama. The measure authorizes the President to obtain necessary territory in Costa Rica and Nicaragua, directs construction from the Caribbean near Greytown to the Pacific near Brite, and provides a $10 million last-step appropriation with a total cost cap of $180 million.
Mr Cannon criticized withholding his speech from the record while Mr Hepburn defended a customary privilege. Hepburn offered to send the speech, sparking debate on decency and parliamentary procedure. Cannon questioned authorizing the President to obtain land for the canal, probing ownership of miles of property held by American and foreign speculators.
A fragmented OCR segment references a U S newspaper motto and partial foreign news notes. The readable text hints at the era and publication style but lacks a coherent event or names to summarize beyond the general branding and foreign coverage mention.
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