No Hitch at Paris Gives Hint of German Buy Plan
Cabinet deliberations reveal no obstacle to a peace treaty with Spain while negotiations continue to place limits on island cessions. Germany may outbid the United States for the Caroline Islands, with Spain free to sell to the highest bidder if terms suit.
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Germany
United States
Aguinaldo
Washington, D. C
Partie
Patta Ia
Paris
Caroline Islands
Carolines
Boaln
Spain
Caroline Group
Ceuta
Gibraltar
Toraem
Palie I
Carelince
Aimerlein Naval Exhette
Ponape
Philippines
Pacific
Ladrontes
Portland Victims Still Unidentified After Ship Portland Sinks
Reports from Orleans Massachusetts describe a somber scene as four unidentified bodies await recognition by anxious relatives. The Portland’s loss leaves no life-boats recovered and theories abound on where the ship went down, with hope fading for survivors.
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Orleans
Mass
Boston
East Ham
Augustus Wheeler
East Orleans
James W. Flower
Lewiston
Provincetown
Chatham
George BR. Kennleton, Jr
Boothbay
Wedderburn
Atlantic City
Peake Hill
High Head
Portland
Pleres
Cane Cod
Cape
Landis Four Years After Building Arson Conviction
Lincoln Lane, convicted Wednesday of arson and attempted fraud connected to a fire at a Northwest Philadelphia building on Twentieth Street and Allegheny Avenue, received four years for arson and a ten year term for defrauding an insurance company. Lane, a firm member, owned the property. insurance was held by a relative, and he was reportedly the sole person inside when the fire broke out.
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Philadelphia
Tee
Lincoln Lainedis
Areton
Twentieth Strowt
Allexhony Avenue
Hmornet
Ware Loday
Solitiry
Jane County
Lane
Taunidlis
Lears
Sixth national conference opens on good city government
Indianapolis Der was the first day of the sixth national conference for good city government. Speakers confined to papers and discussions. Dr Albert Ahaw of New York had his paper read by H C Deming. In the afternoon H Robinson of Philadelphia presented a paper on Municipal Privileges.
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Indianapolla
Ind
Albert Ahaw
New York
H.C. Deming
H. Robinson
Philadelphia
Concession Secured for Spain in Philippines
The Madrid correspondent reports that Spanty Peace commissioners have won a ten year concession granting Spain commercial privileges in the Philippines. An effort will be made to obtain a similar concession in the Antilles.
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Tambon
Dee
Madrid
Daily News
Enya
Spanty
Spain
Philippines
Antilles
Pekin Occupation Seen as Possible by Foreign Visitors
London dispatch reports growing belief in diplomatic circles that a foreign visitor occupation of Pekin may arise. The Daily Chronicle transmits the Bhanghal report noting heightened concern among officials and observers over potential foreign influence in the Chinese capital.
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London
Chhronicle
Bhanghal
Pekin
War Investigation Delivers Key Testimony On Hatters Contracts
Colonel Patten and Captain McKay testified on supply contracts and ship transport to Santiago. They said no fraud and no deliberate error influenced awards, and that troops and lighters were landed with proper procedures. The Roosevelt Rough Riders did not seize the vessel Yucatan, and Navy orders caused no drift off course.
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McKay
Rough Riders
Yucatan
Washington
William & Tatton
Quartermasters Department
War Investigation Committee
Knox
Philadelphia
Philadelpha
Patten
James McKay
Florida
Cuban
Humphrey
Santiago
Thiet
Shafter
Roosevelt
Beaver
Govenor Reaver
Cuba
Admiral Sampson
Navy
Voessel
Hunker
Porto Rico
Knickerbocker
Public works chief removed amid inquiry in Albany
Albany reports that George Aldredge, Albany public works commissioner, was dismissed from office by Governor Black at Aldredge's request amid a pending judicial inquiry into alleged mismanagement of funds appropriated for enlarging state councils.
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Albany
N. Y
George Alarede
Black
Ale
Aldredge
Governor TANNER Refuses to Speak on Virden Mine Riots
Chicago December 2 Governor John K R Tanner indicted by Mackin county grand jury for omission of duty in Virden coal mine riots refused to discuss the case beyond saying the affair was merely a political achievement.
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Chicago
John KR. Tanner
Mackin County
Grand Jury
Virden
It Was a Fake. Six-Round Bout in Philadelphia Arena
It was a fake. The six round bout between Tommy Bran and Tommy Woeat in Philadelphia tonight showcased a choreographed clash. From the start both fighters relied on clinches and evasive maneuvers, avoiding real exchanges.
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Phigadialphia
Dec
Tommy Bran
Tommy Woeat
Mindhman Bauare Garden Six Day Meet Opens Midnight
New York reports the six day bicycle meet Mindhman Bauare Garden begins at midnight Sunday. Entry comes from a rider named doe Hive of Wilkes-Barre and is dated December 2.
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New York
Mindhman Bauare Garden
Doe Hive
Wilkes-Barre
Peace commissioners discuss Spanish American treaty limits
The two commissions adjourn after two hours of talks pressing Madrid for instructions. Americans insist on not wasting time with non empowered delegates while Spaniards seek to conclude the treaty and protect citizens’ rights as territories change hands. Attention centers on court jurisdiction and continuing public works contracts under the evolving agreement.
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Spain
Armerican
Associated Press
Guaratteci
Admiral Dewey Sends Sympathy to Mt. Pleasant Family
Admiral Dewey wrote to Mrs. Noss of Mt. Pleasant Pa condoling the death of her husband Jesse Noss in the Malate battle on July 31. He recalled watching the fight from the Olympia Manila on October 2 14 and spoke of the noble sacrifice and enduring sorrow of American families. His letter closes with tender sympathy and a note of future reunion in heaven. The Noss daughter was named for Dewey.
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Greensburg
Admiral Dewey
Olympia
Manila
Ness
George Dewey
Noss
Dun's Weekly Review Hails November Trade Resilience
New York reports Dun's Weekly Review shows November failures down in number and liabilities, indicating financial soundness across industries. The week sees coal and steel rail transactions exceeding 100,000 tons, with U S failures at 21 versus last year and Canada 14 versus 11.
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New York
T. G. Dun
United States
Canada
Standing Army Bill Drafted For 100000 Field Force
General Miles has prepared a draft for a regular standing army of 100000 men. The plan provides 12 companies per regiment and a third lieutenant for each company in need. A staff corps is outlined largely per bureau heads’ recommendations. Chairman Hull intends to present the measure in Congress.
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Washington
Miles
Stan Dald
Oieh
Hull
Hougee
Congress
Local man found dead at Shamokin boarding house
In Shamokin Pennsylvania a man identified as aged M and unmarried was found dead this morning in his room at a boarding house on Continental Street. He had left home earlier to call on a friend and returned late claiming he felt very ill. Coroner W L Shindel was notified to conduct an inquest.
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Shamokin
Stanny Wysocki
Ihie
Hin Coum
Westa
Nile Friends
WL. Shindel
New Facts on Santiago Campaign and Army Growth
Secretary of War report details the Santiago campaign outcome with 74 surgeons present at the battle and only 18 of 1,491 wounds ending in death. It praises rapid victory in 113 days and urges increasing the regular army to 100,000, plus native police in Cuba, Porto Rico, and the Philippines. It also proposes a Cuba railway to aid employment and development, while noting disputed Miles recommendations and Alger’s communications.
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Siatey
Cuba
Porto Rico
Hell
Spain
Aguinaldo
Gentral
Lietlands
Dewey
United States
Teleare
Santiago
Philippines
United Hinice
Island of
Miles
Alger
Scranton News Briefs Highlight Local Events
The Scranton paper lists a variety of news items from negotiations and war reports to local religion, culture, and society notes. Included are market chatter, book notices, a theater feature, a Scranton reception, and updates on public services and a local school event.
Filipinos All Right
A Manila letter dated Oct 24 describes insurgents outside the American line and rumors of capturing an American warship. The writer notes Dewey seized their launches days earlier and expresses sympathy for oppressed Filipinos while reporting improved troop health after the city’s cleanup.
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Washington
Manila
Philippines
Admiral Dewey
Not a candidate for senator as per Philadelphia letter
In a Philadelphia letter to Justice Williams of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court James Gay Gordon denies being a candidate of John Wanamaker for United States senator. The missive, read tonight, refutes Williams who claimed Gordon would be Wanamaker’s choice.
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Philadelphia
Justee Wiliams
Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
James Gay Gordon
Court of Common
Explosion at turpentine works injures three in Detroit
An explosion at Reuther & Co. carving and modeling establishment on the second floor caused serious injuries to three men. William Lenore suffered severe burns to arms face and head, Joachim Jungwirth burned on face and hands, and Charles Kummerfeld injured in the leg. Property damage estimated at 4000 dollars.
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Dentroit
Mich
Reuther & Co
William Lenore
Serhuely
Joachim Jungwirth
Charles Kummerfeld
Rich prize towed into port near Delaware breakwater
The British steamship Marstonmoor arrived at the Delaware breakwater with the prize bark La Eschesan and 2900 tons of nitrate of soda valued at about 161000. La Escocesa was built in Dundee 1868 and owned by Balfour Williamson & Co of Liverpool. Captain Evans died of brain fever Sept. 22.
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Philadelphia
Marstonmoor
Angua
Baltimore
Rotterdam
Delaware
la Eschesan
Tauique
New York
Lnden
Cape Henlopen
Answe
Evans
Angus
Dundee
Liverpool
Balfour, Williamson & Co
Lloyd
TD. Evans
la Escocesa
Cape Henry
Elton
Ramsay
Hull
Enos Soule
Winter Quarters
Orion
Johnston
Briardene
Spike Island
Jalmaton
Pennsylvania Vote Totals Reported by State Department
Beaver County finally submitted returns delaying the tally. Stone leads with a sizable plurality. official state ticket results show Stone 6084, Jenks 85222, Swal low 10 078. Other offices include Gobin 65,18, Sowden 40,258, Nichols 48,0 6. Superior Court choices range from Worcester to Trickett, with various counts. Congressman at Large figures list Grow and Davenport among others.
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Harrisburg
State Department
Beaver
Stone
Denk
William A. Stone
George A. Jenks
Silas (. Swallow
Calvin Hower
Galugha Grow
Samuel A. Davenport
F. F. Ames
Jerry N. Weller
Colored Actor Dead in Train Incident in Princeton
Report states a colored actor from Columbia, Pa. was killed near Princeton by a Pennsylvania railroad express train. An identification card found on the body listed age and dress, and the incident is under investigation by local authorities.
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Trenton
N. J. Bee
Onalire
Columbia
Princeton
London Vee The Pucks Carry Outery of the Shandard
An unclear item from London mentions Pucks and a standard bearer with possible misread names. The text references Philadelphia and a potential error risk but lacks coherent details or a clear event to confirm.
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London
Philippines Loyal to America Amid Press Calls for Trouble
Manila reports say Filipinos remain grateful to Americans despite hostile editorials in yellow journals. Leaders deny plans to attack and pledge no first shot, while disaffection grows in outlying provinces and funds run short.
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Manila
Spain
Philippine Islands
United States
Aguinalilo
Aguinaida
Republic Filipinos Today
Luzon
Tolle
Cebu
Leyte
Samar
America
Aguinaldo
Hong Kong
Corregidor Island
Tralora
Debates Over Hawaii Annexation and Citizenship Claims
Washington faces fallout from expansion policy as British claims for redress from the Hawaiian era surface. Issues include American citizenship for residents, deportation-admission tests, and a Chinese subject’s status, amid proposed discriminatory constitutional provisions.
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Washington
United States
Hrewall
Ghreahoonougainet
Ann
Phu
Hawaii
Freight Train Collision Ends in Fatality in Athol Region
Two rust bound freight cars of the Mitchbure railroad collided near Yrakenan Fy Kolgh of Williamstown was crushed in the wreck and died despite comrades efforts to free him. The incident occurred early today in harsh winter conditions.
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Athol, Murr
Mitchbure
Yrakenan
Williamstown
Salvador Quiet. Washing Inspires Momentary Revelation
A cryptic note reports a quiet scene in Salvador where a man named Dee 24 and a group in Sibuidewr discuss an elation or revelation amid daily chores. The fragment hints at personal insight linked to a vehicle or event.
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Dee
Teddy Salarie
Sibuidewr
Weather Update Foresees Warmer Southern Winds
A brief weather notice warns of rising temperatures and stronger southerly winds. Forecasters predict unsettled conditions with possible showers across the region.
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Patton
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Joe Rice
Dun’s Weekly Review
Wuashington
Secretary of War
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Scranton
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A. J
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