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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1899
Page
1
General Otis’s 278 page war department volume details administration in the Philippines up to August. He notes natives accept American rule, critiques Aguinaldo, discusses Chinese exclusion, and stresses the need for a strong school system and保持 peaceful governance after occupation.
Lexington, secretary of the National Association of Mexican War Veterans, has written to Domine men nationwide asking for support with legislation to restore pensions for Mexican War veterans. The veterans total about 9,000, with nearly a thousand dying each year.
Edward Williams, jailed in Trenton on charges of murdering Minnie Evaley in Yardville, admits to the crime to Prosecutor Crossley but denies attempting to vault. He claims a drunken quarrel led to a fight in which Evaley was struck with a club after being knocked down.
In Boston the Massachusetts Reform club dinner debated whether to support Bryan or McKinley. Speakers including Charles Warren and Charles Francis Adams voiced anti imperialist or pro McKinley positions while praising or criticizing the current administration and policy toward the Philippines and currency, with applause for differing views.
Dispatches describe British reconnaissance near Colensa and Graf Pan as the Boers burn farms and loot contending with armored trains. Reports from Frere Natal note burghers surrounded and retreating after clashes on November 28 near Retmnant, with confirmations of property destruction by Boer looters.
In Buluke Utah on December 2 a large portion of the Democratic executive committee defeated a resolution denying that Roberts was nominated and elected. A substitute was adopted asserting Roberts was duly elected by the Democratic party of Utah and that neither the party nor its committee has repudiated him.
George Fuller of the Olympic club San Francisco lowered the American half mile mark at the bicycle meet in San Jose. Earlier Rusw of the same club reduced the American one third mile record from 1 2 5 to 1 5.
In Venezuela the Hermandeist forces seize Miracalo the capital of Zulia after a sixteen hour fight fought with the Maracaibo and Maytien cable routes. The city falls to the Hernandeist revolutionary movement establishing control in the state capital.
The Spanish Consul at Manila announces that thirteen Spanish prisoners have been released by the Filipinos.
The secretary of the navy urges Congress to authorize eighteen new ships including three armored cruisers and twelve gunboats, favors better armor at top quality, and seeks recognition for pilots in the Santiago theater. He notes armor costs and demands, discusses naval reorganization, and cites Admiral Dewey’s reception as national tribute.
A six day bicycle race began at 1 o'clock tonight at Madison Square Garden with 38 riders forming 19 teams. James J. Jeffries fired the opening pistol as about 4,000 spectators watched the start and the field prepared for a 12 hours per day event amid new rules limiting continuous riding. Prize money totals 2,800 for teams and 1,200 for individuals, with standings and rider shifts noted after the first hour.
Washington December report by Postmaster General Charles Himary Smith urges Congress to curb second class mail abuses that waste about 20 million dollars annually. He cites paper covered books, trade journals, house organs, and undisclosed sample copies as the main violations and calls returning to original law scope to save money and improve postal service.
Philadelphia Republican leaders aim to raise a 100000 fund to lure the Republican national convention to the city next year. A committee meeting at the Manufacturers' Club this week will organize solicitations and drafts a letter to national members. Delegates may travel to Washington to press President McKinley and the party, with expectations of broad support for a Philadelphia convention.
Brief notice reports a fatal crash or attack resulting in the death of two horsemen in a local area. No further details are provided here, with other items listed as part of the morning paper's contents.
The discussion attacks the Sample-copy privilege and private advertising via government mail as wasteful and misused. It argues for restricting or abolishing favorable classifications to protect postal revenue, noting large losses and calling for postage reform tied to the broader use of mail services abroad and at home.
The 1909 to 1909 fiscal year shows Pennsylvania railways totaling 10 708.95 miles, down from 16 294.48 miles last year. Major Isaac B. Brown notes high capital per mile due to multi track lines, with only modest progress in new railway construction over recent years.
The Kentucky state board of elections will meet at noon to canvass returns and decide whether Goebel or Taylor is entitled to the governor's certificate. Certifying returns show Taylor ahead by about 2400 votes, but Democrats claim enough ballots will be thrown out to award Goebel the certificate.
Sunbury reports a man’s hat and blood on a hut boat from Northumberland. The boat lay at the lookout on the highway when a search began and at noon Melward Thinemel, 60, was found in the water. Officials suppose he walked into unguarded rock at night, struck it, and fell into the river.
Detroit police report a bicycle dealer named Dee J-John M. Heine was found fatally beaten inside his shop on Girlwwold Street. Investigators suspect arson to conceal the murder and say motive may lie with Trohberg, though details are unclear.
A Milwaukee division Chicago and Northwestern freight wreck occurred near Kenilworth Illinois. A train of fourteen refrigerator cars carrying salt pork intended for the British army was demolished though most of the cargo is believed salvageable. A serious delay in shipments is expected.
Washington dispatch reports a tense opening week as the Roberts polygamy case and Quay seat dispute dominate the agenda. House plans to delay oath until investigations finish, Vice President Hobart's death looms, and financial bill moves soon.
Weather bulletin from Washington dated December 5 predicts rain in Eastern Pennsylvania on Monday with a chance of a mix turning to snow as colder air moves in.
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