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Philadelphia Times

Location

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1901

Page

3

Army Surgeon Accused in Philippine Hemp Trade Court-Martial

In Southern Leyte the court-martial of Captain Michael Spellman Lieutenant Delbert R. Jones and Surgeon Dudley Welch reveals a hemp trade scheme with closed ports. Welch testifies against Spellman and Jones as officers face possible imprisonment. Welch returns $1,000 of his share. The hemp value from Maasin nears $500,000 in six months.

Manila Michael Spellman Delbert R. Jones Dudley Welch Forty-third Volunteer Infantry Leyte Spellman Jones Welch Malitbog Bay Maasin

No Oath Proffered to Support US Constitution in Philippines

Washington reports lack of official word on judges oath in the Philippines in Secretary Root’s absence. It notes civil officials there do not take a US Constitution oath. A 1902 civil service act required applicants to swear allegiance to the United States and to obey laws and decrees, with the phrase So help me God.

Washington Root Philippines United States Commission Civil Service of Philippine Islands United States of America

Pope in good health after long conference with Cardinal Gibbons

In Rome on June 11 the Pope met Cardinal Gibbons and debunked rumors of illness. He remains vigorous, enjoys daily drives and walks, and bears state duties with ease. He recalled a sea voyage fifty five years earlier as Nuncio in Brussels, describing the water as cool and invigorating.

Rome Cardinal Gibbons United States Mediterranean Brussels Antwerp

Stern Not in Financial Straits

A Coburg Consul Hughes letter casts doubt on the idea that Louis Stern killed himself for financial reasons. It says Stern had just become managing director at a Lichtenfels basket making firm with a $3,000 yearly salary, 5 percent higher than his consular pay, plus a commission.

Washington Hughes Coburg Louis Stern Stern Lichtenfels

English M. P. Guilty of Libel in Arbitration Plea

London June 11 William R Cremer M P was fined in the Kings Bench Court three thousand seven hundred fifty dollars for libelling John Lowles a former member of Parliament. The libel consisted in pamphlets written during the recent election.

London William R. Cremer M P McKinley United States Great Britain Kings Bench Court John Lowles

Ginger in Grape-Nuts: A Former Athlete's Endurance Boost

A former college long distance runner describes losing endurance during training and regaining power after two meals daily on Grape-Nuts. He claims digestion improved, nerves steadied, and energy returned, aiding mile and half mile events and daily jogs. He says weight increased and studies sped, and notes many University men now use the product.

Reuter Telegram Corrects Boer War Fatality Tale

A Reuters cable from Johannesburg notes the earlier claim that a captured British lieutenant and sergeant major were killed by Boers for refusing to show how to work two guns was erroneous. The message, sourced from wounded men, says the information was believed true at the time. In Cape Town, the vigili a committee opposes suspending the Constitution, warning against agitation as harmful to the colony’s interests.

Philadelrain Times London Reuter Johannesburg Winkfontein Lord Kitchener South African Vigila Committee Cape Town

Kruger Denies Knowledge of Peace Negotiations

THE HAGUE June 11 Mr Kruger has issued a statement saying he knows nothing of peace negotiations alleged to be proceeding. He adds that if any talks exist they are not through any action of his.

the Hague Kruger

Commandant Van Ranaburg Yields

Lord Kitchener reports to the War Office that Commandant Van Rensburg and his commando surrendered at Pietersburg. One hundred men have come in and others are following.

van Ranaburg London Lord Kitchener War Office Commandant van Rensburg Pietersburg

Sultan Ibrahim of Wadal Assassinated in Soudan Province

Cablegram from Tripoli notes the assassination of Sultan Ibrahim of Wadal in the Soudan. Wadal ranges from Darfur to Kanem to the French Congo and Sahara, with about one million people. The Mabas dominate, Arabs present, Mahdi Es Senussi sect influential. a February rebellion prior had proclaimed Ahm son of the late Sultan Ali. The Sultan appealed for French protection in later reports.

Philadelphia Tras Tripoli Sultan Ibrahim Wadal Soudan Darfur Kanem French Congo Sahara Africa Ahm Ali

Americans Protected Question in Ireland Race Visit

In the House of Commons John Murphy urged Secretary Wyndham to stop police from asking names and examining baggage of American visitors bound for Killarney for arms searches during the Penn University and Dublin University boat race at Killarney in July. Wyndham said police do not search persons or baggage and arriving travelers are invited to state names and destinations.

London House of Commons John Murphy Mr. Wyndham Ireland University of Pennsylvania Dublin University Killarney Queenstown Wyndham

Plan to Restore Colombia's Currency

COLON Colombia June 11 via Galveston Texas Mannero Trusco Cartagena's wealthiest merchant presents a government proposal to restore currency to normal value. He calls for tripling import duties, cancelling all export duties, and forming a committee with the customs collector and three merchants to incinerate monthly paper money equal to half import revenue. A dollar gold is worth 30 in paper money.

Colombia Colon Galveston Texas Mannero Trusco Cartagena

Queen Opens Cortes for Last Time as Regency Ends

In Madrid on June 11 the Queen Regent and the King opened the Cortes. The throne speech noted this would be her final opening of Parliament before the regency ends next year. Bills on army and navy reorganization and bond conversion for Cuba and the Philippines were announced.

Cortes Madrid

Indian Twins Win University Honors in Cambridge

The Cambridge honors list features twin brothers Gama, sons of a Bombay native, as sixth and seventh wranglers. The senior wrangler is Brown of Caius College. One woman wrangler, Miss L M Reynolds of Newham College, is also noted.

Cambridge Eng Gama Bombay Brown Caius College L. M. Reynolds Newham College

Man Who Helped Sink Merrimac Hurt

In Honolulu on June 5, the battleship Oregon arriving May 30 at port to San Francisco broke an anchor chain injuring Chief Boatswain J. E. Murphy, a man who helped Hobson sink the Merrimac. He suffered a broken leg and a dangerous head wound.

Honolulu Oregon San Francisco J. E. Murphy Hobson Murphy

Maoris Greet King Edward's Son in Auckland

The Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York landed in Auckland aboard the Ophir after arriving from Sydney. A large Maori crowd in traditional dress welcomed them as a holiday observance marked the day.

King Edward Auckland Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York Sydney Duke

Ashmead Bartlett Debts Placed At 287680 In Bankrupt Court

London June 11 The Bankruptcy Court disclosed Sir Ellis Ashmead Bartlett owes 287680 with assets of 14000 some doubtful. One creditor is his brother William Lerman Ashmead Bartlett-Coutts who figures for 000.

Ashmead-Bartlett London Sir Ellis Ashmead Bartlett Sir Ellis William Lerman Ashmead Bartlett-Coutts

Paris Cabmen Warned Over Coarse Language

Paris police instructed to arrest cabmen who use coarse language as officials view the habit as a public scandal. The cablegram to The Philadelphia Times notes authorities will act to curb the vulgar talk by taxi drivers in the city.

Paris Philadelphia Times

France May Reduce Sugar Bounties

Paris June 11 The Liberatu reports the government may cut sugar bounties due to revenue shortfalls.

France Paris Liberatu

Snowstorm Ends Warm Spell in Scotland

London reports an abrupt shift from unseasonably warm weather in Scotland to a morning snowstorm. The change disrupted travel and surprised residents as temperatures plunged.

Scotland London Scotia Puddes

Earthquake Felt In Caracas And Surrounding Area

A strong earthquake shock was felt yesterday morning at Caracas Venezuela and its vicinity. In Portsmouth a boiler explosion on a torpedo boat destroyer killed one and injured four. Lieutenant General Kleigel may be replaced by Count von Schouwaloff as Odessa prefect. In the French Senate the law of associations bill was adopted by 176 to 06. Christian Barrett of the United States is in Mangua Nicaragua negotiating water supply for the city.

Caracas Venezuela Nicholas Portsmouth Kleigel St. Petersburg Count von Schouwaloff Odessa Uency Christian Barrett United States Mangua Nicara Gimbel Knabe Piano Club Knabe

Bulls in Bloody Battle At Congress Heights

A local paper recounts a fierce duel between a Durham bull and an sacred Indian bull at A. E. Randle’s place near Washington. The bulls challenged each other, breached a fence, locked horns for about half an hour, and spilled blood before the Durham fled after the India bull tossed him.

Washington India A. E. Randle Congress Heights

America's Plan for Peace in China

From Pekin June 11 reports say Foreign Ministers may push a decision at The Hague talks while Rockhill presents Washington’s aim to finish peace negotiations. Disturbances surge in central China with French and German aid requested at Hochien-Fan as General Ma Yu Kun moves to quell insurrection. China’s indemnity and Catholic mission claims totaling roughly 10.45 million taels face provincial payment, with loans needed in places. Prince Chun departs for Berlin for reparation talks after approval from the German minister. British Indian troops mobilize to Wei-Hei-Wei with Sikhs and Punjab infantry details, and a library edict reportedly destroyed in the Forbidden City.

Philadelphia Times Pekin Rockhill United States the Hague Chibi Hochien-Fan Hokien-F U Ma Yu Kun Chekiang Province Kiangsi Hunan Shansi Mumm von Schwartzenstein Prince Chun Emperor Kwang 8U Berlin Baron von Ketteler Wei- Hei-Wei Punjab Infantry Tartar City Barrow Temple of Heaven Summer Palace Forbidden City Ching U Hung Chang Iya

Trade rivals of England and open door policy stance

Vice Admiral Seymour told the China Association banquet that Britain faces three rivals Russia Germany and the United States. He warned Russia expands territory and represses trade while Germany rivals on trade and sea power, and he said the United States is Great Britain's greatest trade rival but not in conflict with the open door. A Blue Book report on Transvaal concessions says no prewar contracts bind the government and urges ending certain concessions including the Netherlands South African Railroad.

Shanghai China Association Seymour Great Britain Russia Germany United States England Asvaal Concessions Committee Eaerene Transvaal

Russians Wonder at Our Proposal in Arbitration Talk

8ST PETERSBURG June 11 Mr Rock bill's arbitration proposal sparks curiosity as payment mode for the Chinese indemnity is deemed unsuitable for a legal ruling. Observers think peace talks may drag on, possibly until new foreign ministers in Pekin take office.

Petersburg Rockbill Pekin

Nicaragua Decree Allows Canal Company Duty-Free Supplies

Managua dispatch reports Nicaragua has issued an unpublished decree allowing the Maritime Canal Company of Nicaragua to collect all utensils and provisions at San Juan Del Norte and San Carlos before duty payment. The decree appears to reference the Isthmian Canal commission and equipment imports for engineers and laborers.

Nicaragua Managua Maritime Canal Company of Nicaragua San Juan del Norte Greytown San Carlos Isthmian Canal Commission Isthmian Canal Company of the United States Mantime Canal Company of

Wife Found Dead After Returning Home in Elkton

Special to THE PHILADELPHIA TIMES. ELKTON June 11. Robert Rollinston, an employee at Marley Paper Mills, returned from work to find his wife dead in the backyard. Her horse and buggy stood nearby, the horse untied. It is believed she collapsed after alighting. In her clothing were about $225 in cash and an $80 certificate.

Philadelphia TMES Elkton Robert Rollingston Marley Paper Millis

Temperance Workers to Meet in Sussex County

The annual Sussex County W. C. T. U. convention will be held in the M E Church in Laurel tomorrow. The event, postponed from April due to smallpox, will feature Miss Al Ann Stewart national field secretary delivering the Getreres.

Temperance Workers Philadelphia Times Laurel Sussex County M. E al Ann Stewart

Commencement and association meetings slated across Maryland

The schedule lists West Nottingham Academy near Colora hosting annual commencement exercises today. Washington College at Chestertown plans its June 19 ceremony, while the State Firemen’s Association meets in Westminster for two days. A St John’s College event begins tomorrow with an address by the editor recently named after resignations.

West Nottingham Academy Colora Washington College Chestertown Weday State Firemen's Association Westminster Co Ae S T. John's Cablege A Aa Linton Restos Ote Tt Wes Pomy

Pension Certificates Granted Across States and Names

A list of pension certificates granted including increases and originals across Pennsylvania New Jersey Maryland and Delaware. Names such as John Wahabont Thomas Kra Kulp Jacob Lang Karl KraKulp Simon avert Cages Morton Williams etc. receive amounts from 6 to 17 dollars with dates and places like Philadelphia Pittsburg Mount Carmel Beavers and Newark noted.

John Wahabont Thomas By Mount Jacob F. Keimne Lang Ates Karl Kra Norpes Simon Avert Cages Pittsburg Samee I Tee Matti Morton William Ones Philadelpe William Bistop Quakertown Charles Gatons Johnstown Michael Connor On Or Aoe Ptedelgoe Amme Michae Brickner York Rick Fenno Pottsville Henry K. See Martha ‘. Henry Beaver Artha J. Hiles Dunbar Waradelphia Anna Maret E Henrietta Heiney Rohrerstown Beth Myers Lancaster Anna M. Cline Jeftisburg Spain Mary McCann Philadelphia

Su Shin Chin case in abeyance in Washington

The deportation decision for Su Shin Chin, the Chinese official and reformer arrested in San Francisco, rests with Assistant Secretary of the Treasury Taylor. San Francisco collectors affirm his papers are valid, while the Chinese Consul General says admission was via false pretenses. Local authorities deem Su unimportant and not among major agitators, arguing he lacks any such price on his head.

Washington Su Shin Chin San Francisco Taylor

New Tax Plan for Cuba Tax rule limits on destroyed plantations

Acting Secretary of War Sanger received from General Wood a copy of Cuba tax regulations effective July 1. The key feature is that plantations destroyed in the war, which were largely untaxed, will now pay tax of not more than two thirds of the value of properties not destroyed.

Washington Sanger Wood Cuba

Navy announces voyages of multiple ships and officers

Washington June 11 The Navy Department reports Rear Admiral Rodgers sailing aboard the New York from Cavite to Olongapo for the new Philippine naval station. Indiana and Chesapeake with naval cadets depart Annapolis for Newport News and New London. Don Juan de Austria leaves Cavite for Samaroon. Monterey sails from Hong Kong. Marietta heads to the United States while Wisconsin departs Bremerton for San Francisco. Leyden arrives at Delaware City. Bailey commissioned at New York yard.

Washington Navy Department Rodgers New York Cavite Olongapo Philippines Indiana Chesapeake Annapolis Newport News New London Don Juan de Austria Samaroon Monterey Hong Kong Marietta United States Singapore Wisconsin Bremerton San Francisco Leyden Delaware City Eee Bailey New York Yard

Breckenridge to Visit Philippines This Summer

Brigadier General Breckenridge inspector general of the army will join nearly every War Department bureau chief on a summer trip to the Philippines. He departs New York on June 24 aboard transport cars as part of a large delegation joining other travelers including several members of Congress sailing on the Ingalls.

Breckenridge Philippines Philadelphia Times Washington War Department Oneral Army New York Stempere Congress Ingalls

Meeting of Strategy Board Called

Admiral Dewey calls a navy strategy board meeting at Newport for later this month. The board handles policy and strategy questions in connection with issues before the naval war college.

Washington Admiral Dewey Strategy Board of the Navy Newport Naval War College

Chaotic Washington Cipher Sparks Ambiguous Tender

CHAT OF WASHINGTON reports Dean has accepted a tender about Shubrick while Consul Guenther in Frankfort informs the State Department of a crestpane for a lampsritish India. The note mentions 1,800 pesos for Guam and a public subscription cotabitchmeent ital. The President signs coin Gideon. Bantz to Assistant Treasurer and Rond Daniel W. Bate de Nee tenants, juuier grade, U. S. N.

Dean Shubrick Guenther Frankfort Germany State Department India Guam Treasury Gideon Bantz United States John H. Rond Daniel W. Bate de Nee

Somerville Tragedy: David Gorman Found Injured Near Rail Crossing

David Gorman, a well known local youth, was found by Policeman Koch at 2 AM lying in a pool of blood near the Hamilton street crossing of the New Jersey Central Railroad. A blow to the head crushed his skull, and he lies in critical condition. Witnesses reported a crowd dispersing after a fight involving several young men. Police note possible mental state concerns.

Somerville David Gorman Koch Hamilton Street New Jersey Central Railroad Gorman

Jewish Seaside Home to Open Next Thursday

Atlantic City on June 11 reports the Jewish Seaside Home for Invalides at Texas and Atlantic avenues will open for the summer next Thursday after remodeling and renovation. The article notes the new maternal armhold oversight and confirms superintendent Seiphia is in charge.

Philadelphia Times Atlantic City Invalides Texas and Atlantic Avenues Seiphia

Kath. to neek to Comae Yacht Club collision at Gardner's basin

While moored at her dock in Gardner's basin the Kath. to neek to Comae Yacht Club, momodore peel, was struck and damaged by the two-masted schooner L. Lee in the harbor. No injuries reported.

Philadelphia Times Atlantic Ofty Gardner’s Basin Kath Comae Yacht Club Momodore Peel Z L. Lee

Printed Foulard Silks at Silks Salon

Printed foulard silks offered in a range of grounds and colors with polka dot patterns. Prices 38 cents, 50 and 65 cents. A quick sale during summer silks display at the Silk Salon on the main floor.

Half Price Ribbon Sale Delights Summer Shoppers

Ribbon Store offers a June sale with prices cut on silk and satin ribbons for children’s wear neckwear and hat trimming. Items include 8c for 15c dainty striped ribbons, 12c for 18c lace-edge satin ribbons, 15c for 22c corded ribbons, 20c for 35c broad satin ribbons, 25c for 45c all silk ribbons, and cheaper sash and millinery ribbons in wider widths. First floor storefront.

Liberty

Maryland Sons of Veterans and Ladies Aid Convene in Wilmington

The Maryland division of the Sons of Veterans and the Ladies Aid Society hold their annual sessions in Wilmington for the district including Maryland Delaware Virginia and DC. Colonel D M Rittenhouse of Baltimore presides over the encampment and Mrs C Estelle Van Norsdal of Washington leads the women's meeting. About twenty five Sons camps and seventy five Ladies Aid members attend. sessions run until Thursday.

Sons of Veterans Philadelphia Times Wilmington Maryland Delaware Virginia District of Columbia Ladies’ Aid Society D. M. Rittenhouse Baltimore C. Estelle van Norsdal Washington Sons Ladies’ Aid

Company May Be Reorganized in Wilmington

Harry T. Gause, president of the Harlan & Hollingsworth Company, filed proceedings in chancery court to block transfer of certain stock shares. The case before Chancellor Nicholson tomorrow signals a possible reorganization with Edward Mahoney named as a candidate for president.

Philadelphia Times Wilmington Harry T. Gause Harlan & Hollingsworth Company Nicholson Edward Mahoney

Dover to Celebrate the Fourth in Dover Delaware

Mayor William G. Posties chairs a citizens committee planning a Dover Fourth of July celebration Governor Hunpwill Sayre will speak Chancellor John R. Nicholson will read the Declaration Addresses will be delivered by George Gray George W. Massey and Associate Justice James Pennewill of Dover The Philadelphia Times notes the event from Dover Delaware June 11.

Dover Philadelphia Times Del William G. Posties Citizens’ Committee Hunpwill Sayre John R. Nicholson George Gray George W. Massey Philadelpe James Pennewilll

Non-Resident Pupils to Pay Fees Set by Wilmington Board

Wilmington Board of Education votes to charge tuition to non residents starting September term. Fees given for five month periods: High School twenty dollars, grammar fifteen, primary five.

Philadelphia Times Wilmington Wilmington Board of Education

Wilmington Notables and Local Elections Update

Samuel Stern of Wilmington returns home after an illness. Wilmington Letter Carriers Association names Louie Schew and William F. Dougherty as delegates to the national convention in Chattanooga Tennessee. Patrick Neary, New Castle county Democratic chair, plans to retire from his post. Teachers Beneficial Association of Wilmington elects Sallie R. Ment as secretary and Mary J. Wheeler as treasurer. Chief of Police of Wilmington reports seizing notes related to public benche prop.

Wilmington Letter Carriers' Association Louie Schew William F. Dougherty Chattanooga Tenn Patrick Neary New Castle County Democratic Committee Teachers’ Beneficial Association Wilmington Sallie R. W Ment Mathey Barnes Mary J. Wheeler Policessey

Wind and Whiskers and Weeping Eskimo Girl

A fragmented Detroit Journal item depicts a jaded remark about wind and whiskers and a Newark Advertiser anecdote describes a timid, sensitive woman whose color rises and falls during social scenes, while a blubbering Eskimo girl weeps, asking why anyone will eat.

Detroit Journal

Mise ENNIO YOUNG Yellowstone Wie and Su ea

Fragmentary text references Mise ENNIO YOUNG and individuals named Yellowstone Wie and Su ea. No clear event, date, or organization details emerge to establish a full news item or outcome.

Mise Ennio Young Yellowstone, Wie

Cantata Reception Described With Witty Remark

A Chicago Record-Herald item recalls a cantata performance with a witty exchange about Saul seated on a calico throne, capturing local theater chatter and the event's lighthearted tone.

The Chicago Record-Herald Saul

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