Spain Insists on Terms as Paris Peace Talks Adjourn
Madrid reports Spanish peace commissioners in Paris sent a long document defending Spain's rights in the Philippines and insisted on terms for any withdrawal. The session adjourned to Saturday, with translation to follow and further discussions planned. Washington notes indicate avoidable rupture is not expected.
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Paris
United States
Spain
Philippines
Tod P
Cierman
Madrid
Almodovar de Tito
Philippine Islands
Marine
Senor Aurion
William
Willian
Germany
Port Mahon
Minorca
Cathagena
Ullz
Hohenzollern
Don Carlos
Washington
Temple Extradition Demand for U S Railroad Conductor
Washington November 14 The state department directed U S minister Clayton in Mexico City to demand the surrender under extradition of Temple a U S railroad conductor held near Nogales on murder charges in the United States If Mexico concedes the justice of the extradition Temple would be tried in the United States and a test of Mexico’s extraterritorial jurisdiction would proceed
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Washington
Governon
Arizona
State Department
Reday
United States
Clayton
Mexico
Temple
Nogales
Stephens Trial Delayed Again In Pa College Fire Case
The trial of George H. Stephens, Lafayette College professor, who confessed to burning Pardee Hall and other depredations, was postponed again. Judge feeder of the superior court and District Attorney Fox will conduct the proceedings in Kayton Pennsylvania.
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Kayton
George H. Stephens
Lafayette College
Pardee Hall
Feeder
Superior Court
Fox
Roodw
Assignment and Equipment Updates From Civil War News
The Seventh corps under General Fitzhugh Lee will be equipped at once with Krag rifles. General Kihandler Gen e W Gordon assigned to the Second brigade first at Vidion Second corps with headquarters at Macon.
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Gbavannali
M.kihandler
Gene W. W. Gordon
Vidion
Macon
Fitzhugh Lee
Knights of Labor Meet in Chicago Convention
The Knights of Labor session in Chicago on November 16 focused on committee reports and General Master Workman Hicks. The ex officio report argues Congress cannot pass immigration reform due to steamship interests and that courts and police may be used against labor. Hicks criticizes Gompers anti expansion and calls for maintaining territories won in battles, urging education of imported labor rather than fear.
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Chicago
Knights of Labor Convention
Workman Hicks
Congress
Mister Workman Hick
Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Micka
Spain
Transports Reach Honolulu Amid War Rearmament News
Transports Ohio and Diana arrived in Honolulu via San Francisco on November 16 and the Salandra reached on the Tennessee regimen. Indiana brought a female stowaway Sadie White who wore a soldier’s uniform and was placed ashore after a guard was assigned. Typhoid fever broke on the Arizona as it prepared to sail for Manila and General Kine lay ill in his cabin.
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Honolulu
San Francisco
Ohio
Thediana
Salandra
Tennessee Regiment
Indiana
Sadie White
Hennington
FP. J. Moore
Manila
Kine
Arizona
Nebraska
San Luis Affair Prompts U S Rewards in Cuba
In San Luis Cuba six people died Monday night in a clash between United States colored troops and local gwen darmerie under General Leonard Wood. Wood offered 1000 in gold for information leading to convictions. English notices were scarce to black regiments while Cubans press for removal of units and punishment of those involved.
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Santiago, de Cuba
San Luis
United States Colored
Leonard Wood
Santiago
McKinley Woking
Alert
Boer Forces Storm Mountain Strongholds at Pretoria
Pretoria reports Boer forces after heavy shelling and minefire stormed and captured the mountain strongholds of Chief Opefu of the Magotos in the Zouttanraberg district. Opefu recently massacred a missionary and his family, prompting a government punitive expedition. Moors attacked but were driven into the mountains. two forces were killed during the storming of the fortifications.
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Pretoria
Opefu
Zouttanraberg
Opefue
Transvaal
Buffalo Disabled at Newport Needing Repairs
The United States ship Wormpatuck arrived from New York harbor and departed with the cruiser Buffalo in tow to the New York repair yard. The Buffalo, ordered to proceed to the Philippines last week, was disabled and brought here for condenser and sea valve repairs after an investigation at Newport.
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Newport
BR. L
United Stater
New York
William Visits Ships at Valetta
A report describes William visiting naval vessels at Valetta, including Indand of Martin and the second clue cruiser Dido. It notes a luncheon aboard the battleship Remllies and references the Emperor Wikim Todas Vielted the Srioen photiohip Cucwr.
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William
Valetta
Martin
Emperor Wikim Todas
Srioen
Cucwr
Dido
Hiv
Remllies
Tragedy After Bank Failure Shocks Emporia Community
In Emporia Kansas the First National Bank closed by treasury order. Bank president Charles S Cross killed himself at Sunny Slope stock farm shortly after. Losses hit Lyon County and the city, with deposits and estate assets in ruins. Examiner John deems assets shrunk. depositors likely spared, but event shocks town. Cross leaves widow and daughter. divorce from Kate Smeed earlier.
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Emporia
Kan
First National Bank of
Comptrolley of the Treasury
Charlee S. Cross
Charles Johex
Comptrailer
Crows
Urogie
Sunny Slope Farm
Evans
Evane
Fred
Iewil
Wolnck
Fxuminer Jobez
Con
William Martindale
Kansas
Cross
Harrison C. Croes
Misa Kate Smeed
Union Pacific Railway
Barnes-M’Gowan Kidnapping Case Grips Cleveland
In Cleveland on November 14 a seven year old girl was kidnapped by a woman believed to be her mother. They fled by train toward the cast after being traced to the Union station. Mrs. Baynes’ daughter lived with her grandfather, who had custody. A warrant for Mrs. McGowan is sworn on kidnapping charges. Police issue telegraph alerts along the Lake Shore route and expect arrests within hours.
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Cleveland
Baynes
Union Station
Wolock
Lake Shore
Cwatodys
Tatnes
Mrs. McGowan
General Graham III in Critical Condition at Fort Hamilton
Retired Brigadier General William M. Graham is gravely ill with typhoid fever and pneumonia at Fort Hamilton. Surgeons expect possible recovery. Mrs. Graham and two sons are with him. He was relieved from Camp Meade command about three weeks ago and his nerves were affected by the removal. He caught a cold during the Philadelphia peace celebration and fell ill on arrival at Fort Hamilton.
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New York
William M. Graham
Fort Hamilton
Graham
Camp Meade
Cube
Second Corps
Philadelphia
Governor Announces Appointments in Harrisburg
In Harrisburg this afternoon the Governor named Boia Varnell of Philadelphia to Inspector of the Eastern Penitentiary to fill the vacancy from Colonel Fimond Birdie's death. He also reapportioned Wertfall of Williamsport, James H. Worden of Hurtsbury, and Ianw Johnson of Media to state boards and commissions.
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Harrisburg
Boia Varnell
Philadelphia
Fimond Birdie
Philadelpiia
Wertfall
Williamsport
James HM. Worden
Hurtlebure
Gurney Commissioners
Ianw Johnson
Media
State Board of Cheritics
Pepper Murder Trial Sparks Confession From Jim Egan
In Montrose Pennsylvania on November 14 the Pepper murder trial continued with witnesses detailing Pepper’s 28 head wounds. Selden Munger, a newspaper correspondent, testified that Jim Egan confessed. Munger read a signed statement attributed to Magen and Shaw’s role in planning the robbery and Pepper’s killing.
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Montrose
The
Commonwealth Today
James B. Ragen
Cornelius Shaw
Andrew J. Pepper
Dre
Warner
Granger
Pepper
Selden Munger
Eagen
Magern‘sa
Maren
Windsor
Shaw
Eastern League Holds Closed Meeting on Wilkes-Barre Substitution
Representatives of the Eastern League met in New York to discuss replacing Wilkes-Barre with Troy Albany or Hamilton Ontario in the circuit. The session, held behind closed doors, reflected friction with Wilkes-Barre while evaluating franchise moves and future admissions, with no new clubs accepted today.
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New York
Eastern Baseball League
Troy
Albany
Hamilton
Montreat
Rochester
Georer
Wilkes
Torre Asvociation
Loerue
Voilkies-Barreneroghibhont
Wilkes-Barre
Stogmuaier
Preeifont Tawepys
Upholding Calm After Salvador Uprising
Washington reports Senor Corea says the Salvador uprising, part of the United States of Central America, is minor and to be crushed by federal forces if needed. He notes Nicaragua’s governor Zelaya sent a despatch but mentions no uprising details.
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Washington
Senor Corea
United States
Central America
Tt Ie
Nicaragua
Comet
Carolinas
Anxious to Meet Schley in Plym outh Visit
Washington reports inquiries from Portsmouth expressing pleasure at Admiral Schley visiting Plymouth with the new European squadron after reaching the station. Officials say the date cannot be announced until the peace conference at Marseilles concludes, as squadron composition may change to prepare for the polymoly of hostilities.
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Washington
Navy
Portsmouth
England
Schley
Plymond
Conunicalen
Maris
Navy Department
Paris revolts threaten peace treaty ends dynasty
A fragment from a London dispatch reports that the Paris revolutions could delay a peace settlement. The note warns the upheaval might end the existing dynasty and burden the public with hardship if negotiations fail to progress.
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London
Teheran Eayn
Paris
British Speech in Manchester Alarms French Officials
The Manchester speech by Joseph Chamberlain signals Britain may press all pending questions while prepared, possibly prompting a France Germany understanding on colonial issues. French officials fear this could affect army policy debates and provoke reactions within Paris officials. From Newfoundland, the speech is seen as favorable to a peaceful settlement and supports Newfoundland rights in treaty matters.
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Manchester
Great Britain
New Foundland
Joseph Chamberlain
Fashoda
Great Hiltaln
Mr. Chamberlain
France
Cermany
Pussin
Lure
M. Lockroy
Nfirine
Urbain Gohier
Armee
M. Delewese
Chamberlain
St. John's
Newfoundland
England
Banker's Suicide and War News Dominate Morning Paper
The morning issue highlights a banker’s suicide, updates on General Aguinaldo and Philippine affairs, and France and Spain positions on colonial terms. It also notes Alaska field surveys, Lackawanna football results, and local Scranton notices including ward politics and social features.
Costa Rican President Islevias Planned Washington Visit
Washington learns from Minister Calvo that President Islevias of Costa Rica will visit within two weeks in incognito on a private mission. He arrives in New York Tuesday, then goes to Washington, stays at the Costa Rican legation, tours Chicago and St Louis, before EU Europe. The trip is mainly for his health.
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Washington
State Department
Miniater Calvo
Costa Rica
Islevias
Selesias
New York West
Chicago
St. Louisa
Europe
Murder mystery deepens in New Canaan farm case
Reported developments in the suspected murder and suicide case in New Canaan New York state? details state Mrs Anderson was killed by farm hand Fred Mah man whose body later was found in a pig pen after hanging himself the body showed the throat cut and decomposition indicated death several days ago authorities say Mrs Anderson valued at about 60000 dollars
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New Canaan
Conn
West Branch Railroad Daring Plan Unveiled at Clearfield
Investors from Clearfield Lycoming counties organize the West Branch Railroad to build a line from Clearfield to Williamsport along the Susquehanna River. A. Patton of Curwensville elected president Fr Deer treasurer John I. Bie Hole a major stockholder. Engineering crews already engaged. construction to begin soon.
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Weat Branch Railroad Company
Clearfield
Chearfield
Lycoming
Clearfeld
Williamsport
Centre
Clinton
A. Patton
Curwensville
Fr. Deer
Curwenreville
Treacuiter
John I. Bi
Lieutenant Florence E. B. Lee Discharged From Service
Wantington November 14. Second Lieutenant Florence E B Lee of the Forty fifth Pennsylvania has been honorably discharged from the service.
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Lee
Wantington
Florence EB. Lee
Fourty Sth
Pennsylvania
Last of the Maria Teresa Abandoned Off Cat Island
Washington reports the armored cruiser Maria Teresa abandoned and wrecked off Cat Island. The navy directs Captain McCalla to decide on salvage. if unsalvageable, abandon the wreck and notify British authorities. later ordered to bring the wrecking tug Patamoae to Norfolk.
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Washington
Maria Teresa
Cat Island
McCalia
Teresa
Norfolk
Patomae
Sutthigo
Last Day Notes Shifts In W C T U Session
The final day of the St Paul Minnesota Women’s Christian Temperance Union convention shows attendance drop. Mrs Illin A Poole of New York is nominated trustee to fill Mary Burt’s seat. Treasurer reports receipts 39405, disbursements 4581, balance 574. New officers include Mrs Caroline M Woodward of Nebraska reviewing railroad liquor sales efforts.
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St. Paul
Minn
Women's Christian Temperance Union
Iilln A. Boole
New York
Mary T. Burt
Caroline M.woodward
Nebraska
Omaha Exposition
Nan Willard
Missare Warigh
Janan
Poole
Helen ©. Rice
Massachusetts
L. U. L. Board
Department For
Jessie Brown Hilton
Witnois
Aeeon
Helen F. Butthock
Mary Wood‘Allen
Michigan
Ansie F. Newman
Alice Suddoth
Mhlinois
Flower Missions
Anglo American Commission Meets in Washington on Reciprocity Talks
The Anglo American Commission held a brief session in Washington on Nov 1 adjourning to allow separate conferences for each country. Rec iprocity remains the main topic with progress noted on several articles slated for approval discussions.
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Washington
Anglo-American Commission
San Francisco Trial Against Mrs. Cordelia Bothin Begins
Report from San Francisco recalls the murder case of Mrs. Cordelia Bothin, charged with killing Merc. John J. Dunning of Dover. The day’s proceedings included a judge’s order directing county authorities to fund transportation for fourteen witnesses arriving to testify, as Chief of Police Leon vows to secure safety and fortify the trial.
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San Francisco
Cordelia Bothin
John J. Dunning
Dover
Russian lieutenant Gourka found dead in Monte Carlo cell
Paris reports Lieutenant Gourka of the Russian navy who faced extradition over an attempted murder of a Russian state secretary in Monte Carlo was found dead in his cell this morning. A visit from Bly brother followed his violent illness, officials say.
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Paris
Gourka
Monte Carlo
Gant Shorthy
Ambiguous Ancient Maritime Message Reports Keonen Conflict
Fragmentary report from a distant shore mentions Ho Keonen and Rahelu amid strait rumors. It notes a French protest against water access, with officers challenging prior claims and a referenced prime ministerial stance on the matter.
Jockey Trampled to Death at Nashville Race Meet
A rider was killed after a trampling incident at a Nashville track. A horse toppled during a run, tossing the jockey and causing fatal injuries. Officials investigated the mishap as spectators watched.
Why Blanco Is Sorry. Mischlei New WW Centary General
The fragment reflects a distressed narration about Cuba and an army of 150 to 200 men, alleging an opponent claiming conquest while the speaker mourns the situation. The text is fragmented and lacks clear dates or stable names beyond generic references.
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Tinado
Cuba
Mei
Guy
Aguinaldo Holds Prisoners Denies Release Forces War Ties
General Otis urged Aguinaldo to free friars and civilians held in captivity but Aguinaldo refused, claiming volunteers and prisoners of war status for civilians. He defended detaining friars to avoid papal misunderstanding and accused clerics of deceiving the pope. Spanish papers claim mutiny aboard Bernardino and urge US control. Iloilo natives seek American domination. United States reports show unrest in Panay with Insurgents surrounding Jolo and limited US ability to intervene while peace talks proceed.
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Manila
Otis
Aguinaldo
Aquinaldo
Bernardino
United States
Iloilo
Food Congress Delegates Named for National Purée Drug Meeting
Governor Hastines appointed delegates to the national pure food and drug congress to be held in Washington January 15 to 20. Listed are Leonard Rhone Centre Hall W B Powell Shadeland Jason Sexton Springhouse Louis Baanonuel Pittsburg B P A Boericke Philadelphia and others from Philadelphia Harrisburg Pittsburg and nearby towns.
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Harvishbure
Ernor Hastines
Washington
Janeuary
Leonard Rhone
Centre Hall
W. B. Powell
Shadeland
Jason Sexton
Springhouse
Louis Baonanuel
Pittsburg
BP. A. Boericke
Philadelphia
Princis EF. Keeves
Thomas Martindale
Sylvester
Murthy
Wiliam
Werner
Thomas J. Edge
Harrisburg
John Manillion
Marrlebyre
Levi Wells
Harrisburne
GG Groot
Lesieburg
Dry
Charles
T, George
Harrisburs
Excitement in Rome Over World News Report
Rome reports a wired tale that a French warship landed troops at Toheis in the Damhil region on the West shore of Tilfe Mandeb and later reembarked after protection by the Dalin of Helia. The mood worsened as Lusso refused to recognize a Tiathin protectorate over Kuhelta.
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Rome
Toheista
Damihil
Ghiore
Tilfie Mandeb
Ilelhia
Lusso
Fire Ends After Two Months at Havine Mine
In Wilkes-Barre Nouv a large force of men battled a massive blaze at the Havine mine for two months and finally extinguished the fire. Crews worked day and night to control the stubborn wildfire and prevent spread to nearby structures.
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Wilkes-Barre
Nouv
Havine
Vittecou
Weather forecast for Washington uncertain by Thursday
The forecast text is garbled with unclear dates and locations, making it impossible to extract specific weather details. No concrete conditions or temperatures are identifiable from the fragment.
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Knights OF Labor
San Luis Affair
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Buffalo
Navy Yard
Charles 8. Cross
Barnes-M’gowan
Graham III
Jim Egan
Confession
Salvador
Sagasta
Banker
Minanelaland Commercial
Burns
Wyoming Seminary
Lackawanna
Fuditorial
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Beranton
Weat
Scranton
General—Scranton
Augusto
Iglesias
West Branch Railroad
St. Paul Sessions
Amusxowah
I Sea
Bab-iHl-Mandes
Rahelu
Nashville
Moe
Ted Monk
Howe
Blanco
Gen
Tloilo
Jolle
Anay
Miomiles
United States Army
General Otis
Panay
Food Congress
Hastings
Ruheita
Gylvania
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