Aguinaldo Death Rumors Highlight Luzon Warfare Tactics
The article notes repeated claims of Aguinaldo’s death are uncertain but March’s pursuit illustrates the fluid guerrilla war in Luzon. US forces fight bandit bands while aiming to establish civil government by centers and villages, with commissioners to extend authority as troops maintain police duties. Mosquito control and other reforms are suggested as part of broader civilian effort.
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March
Aguinaldo
Luzon
United States
Cuba
Colonial Blunders and the Cuba Scandals
The piece argues it was easier to seize Spanish colonies than govern them with credit. It condemns Cuba scandals as damaging. outlines proposed reforms, crackdown on postal thieves, and broader administration cuts. It warns of contractor influence in Cuba and potential issues in Puerto Rico and Manila, urging caution in colonial policy.
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Spain
McKinley
Cuba
Washington
Triscornia
Alger
Havana
Porto Rico
Manila
Other Voices Attack Labor and Wealth Claims in Debates
Speakers accuse adversaries of rhetoric about decline and slave labor while praising rising exports. The piece argues against claims that prosperity is a sham by politicians and capitalists seeking votes, noting persistent growth in American export figures from mines and factories.
Export Growth Driven by American Resources and Innovation
The text argues that U S export trade rises as old world resources wane and American coal iron and steel, fabrics, and machinery dominate world markets. It credits abundant resources, skilled labor, and time saving tech for prosperity and rejects pessimistic forecasts, predicting a stronger nation after the census fair.
Ballot reform calls GOP to lead next Pennsylvania House
X Field Marshal Cooper emerges as a likely Republican leader in the next House after a harmony nomination in Delaware County. He champions honest ballot reform and urges the party to adopt practical changes to ensure fair elections and broader voter freedom in Pennsylvania. He argues Republicans must lead or face defeat in the reform battle.
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Cooper
Delaware County
Senate
Media American
Pennsylvania
Aguinaldo’s Repeated Deaths Probe Saccharine Valor
A wry remark notes the repeatedly declared deaths of Aguinaldo, reflecting on romantic notions of dying for country and the perceived sweetness of martyrdom in public discourse.
Luzerne Republicans back Palmer in anti boodle push for Congress
The Luzerne county Republicans unite behind Ex-Attorney General Palmer on an anti boodle platform for Congress. Palmer pledges no personal campaign funds beyond his share of legal costs and vows no vote buying. The party applauds his legal eminence and unblemished character while acknowledging the risk of voter ire from boodlers.
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Luzerne County
Congress
Palmer
Councilmen Accused of Selling Public Privileges Statewide Probe
Reading reports a growing investigation across the state into councilmen alleged to have sold public privileges. The scope expands as officials face scrutiny and calls for accountability intensify.
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Reading
Temperance figure critiques President Low over smoking
Annie Thomas of a New York women temperance group broadens a denunciation of smoking by public figures. She targets the habit in street cars and other public spaces, provoking mixed public reaction.
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NLESS
Annie Thomas
New York
Women's Temperance Societies
Low
Columbia University
Dia Wor
Reformers View on Vices and Cleanliness in Religion
The passage critiques a reformer who blames masculine humanity for vices and disease. It notes her valid objection to cleanliness but argues she misapplies religion ethics and the spiritual life, revealing a gap between observation and experience with the weed.
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Shee
Chicago to Act on Office Boy’s Whistle Noise
In suppressing unnecessary noises the article questions Chicago’s plan for handling the office boy’s whistle. Local authorities consider options to reduce disruption while preserving workplace etiquette and efficiency.
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Chicago
War in the Philippines Raises Questions About Casualties
A report to Congress by Secretary Root shows ongoing warfare in the Philippines. The piece notes daily bloodshed between American soldiers and Filipino forces, challenging views that the rebellion has been crushed and resistance broken.
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Philippines
United States
Congress
Root
South Africa
Curfew Laws Question Owl as Bird of Wisdom
A terse comment notes that curfew laws may indirectly cast suspicion on the owl as the bird of wisdom, implying skepticism about traditional associations and governance.
Senator Morgan Pushes Canal Agenda Across Sessions
Senator Morgan remains committed to an interoceanic canal and backs any measure advancing its construction. He supported the Hay-Pauncefote treaty to remove obstacles and now seeks a resolution abrogating the Clayton-Bulwer pact, arguing one third of the Senate can block the majority's will. He notes little action this session but asserts the U.S. should act without others’ permission if determined.
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Enator Morgan
Congress
Senate
Morgan
United States
Washington
Census Acknowledges Age Misstated in Historic Entry
A fragment describes a census scene where Columbia admits she is 125 years old, highlighting a humorous or legendary claim about age. The note signals a public census moment and suggests a playful exaggeration rather than a precise demographic record.
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Columbia
St Louis Strike Sparks Streetcar Mob Outrage
Streetcar riders in St Louis express no relation to the ongoing strike. loud thugs masquerading as protesters attack two women. Police urged to detain the perpetrators promptly. strikers distance themselves, demanding punishment for the lawless group. The leaders’ quick repudiation is cited to defend the strike’s main body.
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St. Louis
Bar of Justice
Boer Turns Tracks as English Spreads in New Region
The Boer, once famed for making treks across distant lands, now adapts to a locale where English becomes common. He shifts behavior from long expeditions to building practical paths as language shifts reshape his daily routes.
Convention timeline surprises Republicans aims
The article notes the Republican convention may last three to four days to complete business. It questions the assumption that a president would be nominated by acclamation and suggests the platform debate will be the central, potentially contentious task. It warns that new questions are causing confusion and signaling a lively, uncertain convention.
England and Transvaal fate shaping Kruger legacy
England may absorb the Transvaal but Dom Paul Kruger remains central to history as the Uncle of his country, a lasting figure in the South African era.
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England
Transvaal
Dom Paul Kruger
Michigan woman kisses jurors in clothing fraud verdict
The piece notes a Michigan woman kissing the twelve jurors who found Colonel Eli R. Sutton not guilty of complicity in state military clothing frauds. The author mocks the gesture, comparing it to wartime heroism and pondering jury fatigue if such developments become common.
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Hobson
Philippines
Aguinaldo
Michigan
Eli R. Sutton
St Louis Car Strike Advocates Push for Standstill Support
Continuing efforts urge the public to rely on their own legs to force a prolonged standstill, deemed essential by supporters to gain an assured victory.
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St. Louis
Governor Tone Resists Removing Agriculture Secretary
The governor openly opposes sacking Secretary of Agriculture John Hamilton at the Gran gers and the Pure Butter Association’s demand, signaling steadfast support if his stance remains sincere.
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Btone
John Hamilton
Grangers
Pure Butter Association
Honest Governor to Appoint Capable Official to End Oleo Sale
The article argues for a trustworthy appointee to enforce laws against oleo sales mistaken for butter. It stresses Governor Stone's reputation and urges timely selection of a capable successor to Mr Wells. It also notes temperance groups should act if Boxer agitation is fueled by spirits.
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Pew
Stone
Wells
Muddled World notes and political quips from a bygone era
A collage of remarks touches on census work by clergy in New York, Indiana and Kentucky. a rumored voyage by the Hattie E. Smith with Edward G. Reilly. new crime fears from automotives. the British Paris Exposition boycott. imperial cautions around Germany. and a Cuba Spain peace claims saga involving Mrs. Ruiz and a $5,000 U.S. payout.
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Hattie E. Smith
New York Harbor
Aguinaldo
Edward G. Reilly
Bermuda
Ruiz
Ricardo Ruiz
Cuba
United States
Spain
Lee
Cooper on Ballot Reform for Republican Assembly Nominee
The senior editor of American supports ballot reform amendments to the State Constitution and urges party organization to advance enforcement. He calls for secret ballots if desired, court appointed booth watchers, and public reports on election officers and watchers to deter coercion and improve elections.
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Cooper's
Media
American
the American
Republican Party
Assembly
House
Boon Bone
Methodist preachers' meeting discusses conference and leadership
Delegates to the Chicago Conference heard Rev Dr T B Neely a leading Bishop candidate and new corresponding secretary of the Sunday School Union and Tract Society. He noted the conference as historic and supported removing the time limit, while commenting the amusements paragraph remained technically in discipline.
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Methodist Sunday School Union
New York
Philadelphia
Chicago
T. B. Neely
Sunday School Union and Tract Society
Plagiarism Allegations Surround Rev Degrudhy Sermon
Rev Thomas Degrudhy pastor of Jackson Street Baptist Church faces plagiarism accusations after a sermon titled The Need of a Revival in Patriotism echoed passages from Rev Dr S S Mitchell of Buffalo and reproduced a full sermon in The Pulpit magazine prompting a church circle stir in Scranton June 4.
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Scranton
Thomas Degrudhy
Jackson Street Baptist Church
Buffalo
N. Y
8.S. Mitchell
Degrudy
SINGERS SEE THE KAISER
The New York Kriegerbund president and officers return from Munich to Potsdam for the Schrippenfest invited by the Emperor. President Mueller voices pride in being received by the War Lord and notes enduring ties with Germany. The Emperor greets each delegate, wishes them a pleasant stay and a happy return to the United States, praising the country.
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Berlin
New York
Kriegerbund
Munich
Potsdam
Mueller
United States
Whitney launches as Metropolis steamship Whitney
The large Whitney steamship, built by Harlan & Hollingsworth Co for the Metropolitan Steamship Co of New York, was launched this afternoon. Miss Whitney, daughter of H. M. Whitney of the company, christened her. The vessel measures about feet long and feet deep with four boilers and other iron details described in the telegraphed report.
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Timms
Wilmington
Whitney
Harlan & Hollingsworth Company
Metropolitan Steamship Company
New York
Miss Whitney
H. M. Witney
Seuey
Aged Engineer Bartley Injured in Dover Smash-Up
Wilmington reports that Joseph H. Bartley Sr., aged engineer, remains critically injured from the Dover accident. He is under care of Dr. James A. Draper at his Wilmington residence, with hope of recovery. Geo Simmons of Newark, N J, whose shoulder was crushed, is also at the County Hospital.
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the Times
Wilmington
Joseph H. Bartley
Dover
James A. Draper
Altho
Geo Simmons
Ewark
N. J
Steamer A. W. Biddle Sunk at Delaware Street Wharf
In New Castle on June 4 the steam rigged sloop A. W. Biddle with Captain H. B sank at the Delaware Street wharf. The cause was boys entering the engine room and opening the sea cock, causing the vessel to run aground and the valve to close. An arrest followed.
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the Times
New Castle
A. W. Biddle
H. B
Delaware Street
Marriage Announcement for Delmarke Deldg Green and Frank Graff
Miss Ma L Brown and Frank W Graff both of Claymont are to be married on June 27. Reverend Hubert W Wella of Waltham will officiate at Saint Andrew's Protestant Church Wilmington. An unrelated fragment mentions a religious event and a later reference to a tragic incident.
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Ma L. Green
T. D. Brown
Frank W. Graff
Claymont
Hubert W. Wella
Waltham, Mase
Rt. Andrew
Wilmington
Monte Cano
Father Hugo
Heart Roman Catholic Church
Adam Dayett
von Suu
Joshua Bunting
Miss Henrietta Bunting
Porter Farquharson Cope
St. Mary's Church
Locust Street
Ministers Debate Discipline At Philadelphia Conference
The Philadelphia Conference discussed discipline with Rev. Mr Neely indicating he plans to remain a member and seek ministerial counsel after a black eye incident. His future at Rehoboth Church in Frankford remains unsettled as talks continue. Other speakers included Rev. Dr W L McDowell Rev Dr J R Gray Rev Dr H A Monroe and Laymen M H Maxwell from Pottstown and Dr John E James of Hahnemann Hospital.
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Philadelphia
Neely
New York City
Rehoboth Church
Frankford
W. L. McDowell
J. R. Gray
H. A. Monroe
M. H. Maxwell
Pottstown
John E. James
Hahnemann Hospital
Stabbed and Beaten by Two Bold Robbers in Hanover
John R. Hoke, a bookkeeper for grain dealer Michael Hokeeson, was robbed by two men in his office. One thief demanded change for a $10 bill, grabbed a roll of bills, and struck Hoke during a struggle that ended with a sandbag blow and a fall down stairs. Hoke’s dog helped drive off the attackers while the cash, about $100, disappeared.
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Hanover
John R. Hoke
Michael Hokeeson
Mr. Hoke
Hoke
Libel Case Withdrawn in McVey Ford Suit
The $20,000 libel suit of State Detective Bernard J. McVey against Peter J. Ford was dismissed after Ford submitted a retraction letter. The case ended as the State Senate considered McVey's reappointment as State detective and Ford accused him of malfeasance and duty failures.
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the Times
Wilmington
Bernard J. McVey
Peter J. Ford
State Senate
McVey
Ford
New York Steamship New York Requires Repairs
The steamship New Yorks starboard shaft has damage after losing its port propeller and part of the port tail shaft on the last voyage to New York. The crank-pin of the starboard shaft was weak and the ship will sail to Newport News next week for repairs.
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New York
Newport News
Quiet end to riot in Chalon sur Saone
In Chalon sur Saone France June 4 the city settled after a funeral for a riot victim and reports say another wounded is stable. An investigation indicates troops were fired on from a window before they returned fire and a search for the assailants continues.
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Chalon-Sur-Saone
France
Produce Exchange Officers Elected
New York June 4 officers were elected at the annual exchange meeting. The proposed changes include a vice president and treasurer. H. Andrews was named treasurer and Edward R appears among the slate with others to be announced.
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Produce Exchange
New York
H. Andrews
Edward R
Senate Confirms E. R Stackable as Hawaii Customs Collector
Washington notes report the Senate confirmed E. R Stackable to be Collector of Customs for the District of Hawaii. Other items mention South Atlantic squadron orders from Rio to Montevideo and back, Cuban affairs envoy Chaffee on leave, postal regulations allowing recalled registered letters, and various international diplomatic moves and charges of embezzlement.
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Senate
E. R Stackable
District of
Hawaii
Rio
Montevideo
Chaffee
Cuba
Galvadores m
Rafael Zaldivar
Meezie Yonereez
Edo Eduardo Erea Triana
Hay
Count Fanteee
Montreal
United Tes
Lore
Buenos Ayres
Cheatres and Parks Listings at City Theaters and Parks
Local notices list continuous performances at Keith's Theatre on Girard Avenue and a slate of concerts and burlesque shows in multiple parks including Chestnut Hill, Central Park, Washington Park, Willow Grove and Woodside. Bands Damrosch and Liberati headline in several venues with Rosati's and Sapho Burlesquers also featured. First Regiment Band noted among the entertainers.
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Chestnut Hill Park
Rosati
Central Park
World's Fair Marine
Washington Park
Liberati
Willow Grove
Damrosch
Woodside Park
First Regiment
Garden party for Hahnemann Hospital maternity ward
A garden party at Elidon, the Barney residence in Ogontz, is planned Thursday afternoon to raise funds for Hahnemann Hospital’s maternity building. The event, hosted by Mr and Mrs Charles D Barney, proceeds support a new ward adjacent to the hospital.
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Charles D. Barney
Hahnemann Hospital
Ogontz
Hahnemann
Elidon
Barney
Reading Terminal
Elkins Station
Willow Grove
Paris Exposition Opens With Parade of Early Visitors
Article notes visitors to the Paris Exposition touring a palace of light built by a French society. The piece emphasizes the grand design and the pride of the exposition, describing the tower and the breadth of exhibits as a landmark achievement.
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