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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1899

Page

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Filipino Junta in Paris Denounces US Occupation Threat

Paris dispatch reports Aguinaldo leadership forming a cabinet and pledging to resist American occupation by force if the United States lands troops. Mabini conditions release of Spanish prisoners while aiming for independence and a negotiated settlement with Spain. Washington confirms military governance rules for the Philippines and aims to win local trust through benevolent assimilation.

Seat of Paris United States Mabini Manila Aguinaldo Tollo Doppino Malini Tredoro Sandiew Sailindevil Pelelum Hong Kong Dewees Madomerto Aguimildi Aguinalda Tn Leather Chiite Trias Aguinalta Pubie Gregorioa Gonaig Hone Kone Vieavas Philippines Aguinalde Bot Muntta Moun Fainous Cavite Toasla Cmd Amerion Brooke Sener Tuasen Filpino London Ccabinet Mabliul Philippine Islands

President McKinley Proclamation to Filipinos Text

The article presents the president's proclamation to the Filipinos from Washington dated January. It outlines the official communication and its purpose, signaling U S policy and expectations. The readable portion emphasizes the stance of liberty and benevolent guidance from the United States toward the Philippine peoples.

McKinley Washington Jan. i

Consular Appropriation Bill Changes Diplomatic Posts

The act reported to the House contemplates a consular and diplomatic appropriation of about 1.7 million dollars with slight reductions. It omits several consulates in Cuba the Philippines and Porto Rico for the first time and adjusts salaries for posts including Havana Matanzas Cienfuegos Santiago Baracoa Manila San Juan Saguein Grande Cardenas and New York time. It also restores the embassy rank for the ambassador to Spain with a salary of 17 500 and increases various consular salaries from 2 000 to 2 500 in Nicaragua and from 1 500 to 1 000 for Munich credentials and Berne office status.

Washington, Jan. i Cuba Philippines Porto Rico Havana Matanzas Cienfurgos Santiago Baracon Manila San Juan Sague Grande Cardenas Newyime United States Spain Miinsula Mexico San Juan del Norte Nicaragua Munich Berne

Deficiency Bill Approved in Washington

The president has approved a deficiency bill funding the army and related deficiencies, marking action on defense and budget matters. No further details provided in readable text.

Washington Jan Eppmovl

Contents of the Peace Treaty and Allied Correspondence

Public release of the full peace treaty and conference pro topola with details on Cuba Puerto Rico and the Philippines. Included are diplomatic correspondence from Paris Manila Hong Kong and Singapore showing reactions and cautions from U S officials and French diplomats.

Washington Conference of the Commissions Cuba Porte Ico Philippines Paris Prees M. Thiebaut Manuite Moore Ehorne Guam Department of State United States Manila Hong Kong Singapore

Blame for Brooke's Order Sparks Havana Tensions

In Havana the public blames the Cuban authorities for Major General Brooke's order and the centralization of funds. Washington officials say the transfer of customs receipts mirrors pre war Spanish practice. A farewell procession for General Wood in Havana drew enthusiastic support from thousands, while officials and merchants, including Dr Cassibo and Master Bacan, urged peaceful patience amid ongoing irritations from Havana.

Havana Wood Santiago de Cuba Washington Cuba Tiovana Sa Bentiago Havena Brooke General Wood Castillo Joe Washington Gonna Wowks Tn Gide de Camp Munna Tre. Castillo Fir New York United States Miveleelpod Palace Marina Street Woot Binsta Supreme Court Fifth Regular Infantry Minelesippi Punta Gonla

Native government viability and foreign protections debated

The speaker notes that no native government can sustain itself without strong foreign backing and questions how any foreign power can provide protection without involvement in affairs. The papers include extracts from newspapers and long reports on Philippine resources and history, forming an encyclopedia of Philippine matters.

Message on the Sea Report from a Nova Scotia bottle

A bottle found at Port Maitland breakwater Nova Scotia contained a message from a sinking ship near Yarmouth twenty miles off. The note mentions a hurricane and a captain and wife parting farewell and names Stewart Thomas Miking Fire Officer and others. A boat and broken spar were recovered near the bottle. The message is believed to originate from the sinking vessel.

Halifax Port Maitland Breakwater Nova Scotia Yarmouth Stewart Nona Bell Slene Thomas Miking Oificer

Bedford Is Safe Bedford Pa Jan f& mobotone report

A Bedford municipal board of health report signed by all town physicians states smallpox or variola cases are recovering with one convalescent. Schools and churches may reopen, no new cases in over two weeks, and surrounding county conditions favor disappearance of the disease. The board endorses the physicians’ report and asks state authorities to forward it to federal authorities.

Bedford Loohomed of Health Physiciana Mate Board Leral Goard

Botkin Convicted. Attorneys Seek Postponement for Appeal

In Judge Cook's court Saturday Botkin was convicted of murder and faces sentencing. Attorneys plan to request a one week delay to file a possible appeal to the Supreme Court, seeking time to review the legal options.

San Franciaeo Jan Coedelia Botkin Mra Jdobu F. Danning Cook

Caffery Comments On Canal Policy In Senate Debate

Senator Caffery of Louisiana continued and nearly finished his opposition to the Nicaragua canal bill, arguing the Clayton Bulwer treaty forbids indirect actions. He urged abrogation of the treaty and U S construction of the canal independently, warning of British rights in war and tying opposition to transcontinental rail interests. The senate roll call showed only 20 members present, while the house moved through judiciary bills and Alaska codification before adjourning for the day.

Washington, Jan Senate Hoar Massachusettes Committee On Foreign Relations United States Maritime Company Caffrey McLaurin House Committee On Judiciary William BE. Day Alaska

Scranton City News Roundup and Local Updates

Fragments from a Scranton edition highlight political moves, editorials, and local notices. Includes mayoral message notes, council actions on bond ordinances, and a quiet congressional day amid treaties and equity discussions.

Sarcastic reply on expansion and annexation from Grover Cleveland

The excerpt shows former president Grover Cleveland replying to Associated Press questions about expansion and annexation. He suggests harsh measures against natives who resist control, praising imperialist aims and proposing killing and forced Christianization as part of the expansion process.

Princeton N. J Jun Cleveland Associated Presse Cor Reese Ita

Filipinos Demand Rights Stand in Hong Kong Junta Interview

Filipino junta representatives in Hong Kong tell Associated Press they face unfair U S treatment as crisis deepens. They claim Otis ordered full control of the archipelago, vow to block American landing at Hollo, and threaten destruction of the city if relations with the American government rupture. They appeal to Americans for a peaceful settlement via an impartial inquiry and recall wartime loyalties to the United States.

Mong Kong Hong Kong Caurt Associated Press Today Philippines United States Visayan Otia Visnyas Junta Hollo Sokeanan

Haywood Cheered by Prominent Republicans in Scranton

Ex State Treasurer Haywood remains confined to his room but receives many visitors from top Republican circles. Quay, Mayes, Connell, and others drop in as supporters send best wishes and gifts. A portrait of Quay was sent as a surprise, with hopes he returns to office soon.

Roaghil Scranton Hartisburg Haywood Sixth Street Senator Quay Chris Mayes Rover Dirk" Quay Consteseman Connell General Mylin Richard A. Gleun Cypitel Senate Quay

Santiago Boom in Trade Under U S Policy

Washington reports limited growth in Santiago trade under the current administration. General Wood cites non-discriminative intercourse with vessels of all nations as aiding commercial relations and guiding postwar prosperity. Sugar and ore exports are rising as mining operations resume after capitulation, though native labor use during critical periods drew attention.

Washington Santiago Wood War Department

Insane Woman in Lyons Suicide Case

Mrs. Charles Timers aged 42 of Pueblo Colorado visiting William Reynolds near Junius dies by self inflicted throat cutting. She was reportedly demented and doctors planned a sanity exam. Earlier she watched Mr Reynolds shave and later used a razor herself in her room. Her head was found nearly severed two hours later.

Mr. Dingley Still Improving

After medical consultation at 2 oclock this afternoon, doctors say Repine could live and may continue to improve though condition is not yet stable.

Dingley Wishington Jan Oleg

Vermante Ameterdam New Vik Mentioned in Fragments

Fragmentary OCR mentions Vermante from Liverwock and Ameterdam connected to New Vik and New York with unclear context. No clear event, date, or entities beyond scattered place names appear readable.

Queenstown Vermante Liverwock New Asueterdaine Ameterdam New York

Quay Replication Denies Right to Fair Trial in Philadelphia Case

The petitioners Messrs M S Quay BR Quay and H J Haywood renew their objections to District Attorney Graham's answer in the conspiracy case. They deny the trial date was set properly and claim insufficient time to prepare, insisting a fair and impartial hearing cannot occur in Philadelphia county quarter sessions. The case will come up on Saturday.

Georges. Graham Philadelphia Benater Quay Defendsants Supreme Court Graham M. 8 Wanowin People’s Bank

Explosion in Matanzas Hurts Eight In Havana Incident

A Spanish mage explosion at Matanzas injures eight and damages homes. In Amistad plantation, seventeen huts have been deserted. In Havana a struggle leads to a fatal shooting as US patrols seize arms and ammunition. General Brooke abolishes the island transport system and sets headquarters at the Hotel Trecha. Senor Recido Argantin Hernandez faces a fourth attack accusation. Bresnes and others blamed for Maine battleship explosion.

Havana Matanzas Amistad Galnes United States Mittel Gabino and Lazaro Brooke Trecha Senor Recido Argantin Hernandes Hi Reconcontrade Enesgy Senor Chrouriaus Bresnes Maine

Mrs Bloomfield Hy Moore Dies in London at 76

Mrs Bloomfield Hy Moore of Philadelphia died today at her London home on Great Stanhope Street at age 76 after months of illness from heart disease. Her life centered on the work of her literary executor Henry Dam and the late inventor Mr Keely, with grief cited as a cause of decline following news of Keely’s death.

London Bloomfield Hy Moore Philadelphia Great Stanhope Street Keely Henry Dam Hle

Weather Forecast for Worhington and Nearby Areas

Forecast outlines cooler temperatures with showers likely in the Worhington region. Expect mostly cloudy skies, light winds, and a chance of early evening thundershowers across parts of Jin and L-Porecuat. Temperatures fall through the week.

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Spaith Itte Filiplin Gistippa Ole Iice Otte Adjutant General's Office Gigneral Otte Secretary of War United States Naval Dewey Bay of Manila Irlentia Ceed Islands Philippine Island Richie William McKinley H.C. Corbin Otis Departments of State Consel Williams Williams Filip Wildman Agoncillo Cridter Agonicillo Germany Catholic Church Pratt Aguinalde Fone Day Prath Sulu Ands Alucapere Frye Awaluldo Major Bell Arma Bucoor Gen. Greane Greene Port Maitland Botkin MR. Caffery Milipinos Congress General P Financial and Commercial Darfor Coray-J Tenking Equity Vietims Senatoria) Cancus Tooil Pailey Antal Councila Grover MR. Haywood the Electric Trust Frente Amore Thet Teabay GE Athe Ok Ppiite Tien Hue Aay Thorbeod Wapbtind al Bacio QUAY Attorney Graham Bloomfield Moore Mr. Keely Worhington Jin
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