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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1898

Page

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General Young Testifies on Montauk Experience and Cuban Campaign

General S. B. M. Young recounts the San tiago and Montauk actions. He describes ground ops, Cuban guides deserting, and that Rough Riders suffered no ambush surprise. He praises camp conditions, quarantine at Montauk, and claims soldiers were better cared for than in the Civil War.

Montauk Long Island Tig Guasinia Tt Glass Young Castile Castillo Younes Cieneral la Uu Siboney la Guasina Oie Cuba

Army Estimates in Deficiencies Committee Meeting Set

Chairman Cannon of the House appropriations committee calls a sub committee meeting for November 24 to examine maintenance and extraordinary expenses for the army and navy from January 1 1899 to July 1 1900. A deficiency bill will be drafted to use remaining funds before year end and avoid an extra session.

Cannon Appropriations Committee House Washington Appropriations Committee of Army Golieys Treasury Department

Location of Camps Amid War Dispatches

The adjutant general reports to the war investigation committee on camps used during the war with Spain. It cites generals and locations including Jacksonville and Camp Merritt as camps under officer boards, with most camps looted except Mangpa, tied to embarkation prep under General Miles.

Washington Adjutant General of the Army Milee Obie Kimate Gin Bermandiere Mia Pha Canin Alger Chennai Lee Jachoonvilly Aterrian Coin Merritt Mangpa Fainya Nico Milnes

Damaged Property Claim Linked to Local Depot Incident

An unclear report from Herristite Nevada notes a claim alleging wrongdoing by a party named Pasion. The case involves the water department and a Porto Boo property near a troop can, with $2.80 cited as a top dimiate. Capitan related depredations are mentioned, with the firm’s property said to be damaged.

Unclear OCR fragment from historic page

Fragmentary text from a historical page presents garbled words and names making a coherent summary impossible. no verifiable events, persons, or places can be confirmed for a clear card.

Young Murderer Confesses in Murray Case at Meoaverton

A 10 year old lad arrested for murdering William Murray in Meoaverton has confessed. Police report the confession follows a quarrel that escalated into violence though the motive remains unclear.

Meoaverton Chiwar Bi Hott William Murray

Evacuation Details for Spanish Troops and Puerto Rico Movements

Spanish evacuation talks finalize plans for remaining troops to be under U S protection after January 1 with arms and equipment to be retained. Logistics involve transport lines, rail links to Guanabacoa, depot setup at Marianne landing, and coordination by General Greene, Humphreys, Hecker, and other officials. Cuban commissioners depart for Washington amid orderly harbor activity and hopeful talks with President McKinley.

Kavana Venture Claus Catan Hart Parra Chou Mubterola Margie de Myntira Marianne M Humphress Greene Humphreys Hecker Casa Blanes Havana Bay Guanabacoa Tnited Crawford Millinmus Liter Caydenis Gague Ja Ghinde Chenfiere Ehior General Greene Vente Water Works Playa de Marianas Dayans Bay Guanabacha Manguil Sanguilly Fania Cree Playa de Marianao Mayank Washington Garcia Enld McKinley

Docks expansion urged for Key West Gulf operations

Chief Endicott in the navy department annual report urges ample docking facilities for small craft and battleships near Key West and Dry Tortugas. He notes the Gulf of Mexico base importance, warns absence of docks would hinder operations if Spain war continued, and outlines a granite concrete lock project at Norfolk with San Juan naval facilities valued around 100000.

Washington Secretary of the Navy Chief Endicott Bureau of Garde and Docks Key West Gulf of Mexico Spain United States San Juan of & Naval Wreenal United State Naval

Philadelphia Nev Reacts to State Official Vote Totals

In Philadelphia Nevada the state official vote tallies show 97,518 total for three reading circuits with 67 counties counted including Philadelphia and other counties. The report notes large majorities for Judge Trekett and candidates Willem W. Porter and Willand Porter in Philadelphia and adjacent counties.

Philadelphia Tom Aile- Phony Nia Nome Philedelphia Atte Irene Oountion

Mr Smith Accepts Banquet Toasts From Doctors Of Univ League

Philadelphia Nev 17. Mr Smith guest of honor at a banquet and reception given by doctors of the Univ league. Calvin Wells of Pittsburgh and Stuart Patterson attended. Mr Smith praised President meets dangers with courage and public duty, urging steadfastness and unity in facing national challenges.

Philadelphia Nev Enery Smith Howe Univ League Mrr Smitty Calvin Wells Pittaburg Stuar Patterson Generil Smith Evonie Mithwass Teodoe

Temperance Workers Choose Seattle for Next WCTU Convention

Post executive committee of the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union met in St Paul. Seattle selected as the convention site for mid October with date to be fixed later. Miss Powderly to remain as stenographer. new president Mrs J M N Flievere announced.

St. Paul Minn Woman Philethian Temperance Seattle Stevens Powderly Mia J. M.N. FieVere Chicago Chijrage

Wood reshapes command as American abuses spark Cuban unrest

Santiago de Cuba reports General Leonard Wood orders new regimental leaders for Fan Luis after a drunken disturbance. US envoy Brickley arrives from Port Victor as Cubans urge disarmament and foreclose on small loans face renewed scrutiny. Perez and former Cuban troops show cautious loyalty while drills resume.

Fantiago de Cuba Leone Leonard Wood Department of Suntlinge Fan Lule Santiago United States H Reed Perez

Local News Briefs and City Council Notes

Fragmented morning issue reports general city matters including council proceedings and attorney notes. It mentions weather conditions and public notices while hinting at broader reporting on local governance and community affairs.

Fraternal Congress Elects Officers in Sexelon

The national fraternal congress in Sexelon elected officers for the coming year with PD Stevens of Philadelphia chosen unanimously as president. Dr Orouhyateka a Mohawk Indian of Toronto Chanda named first vice president. M M Sackett of Meadville re elected secretary and treasurer and Rev J G Tate of Lincoln was elected chaplain. The session opened with a statistics committee report.

Miltimore Sexelonhere PD. KB. Stevens Philadelphia Mgr. Stevens Mystle New View Orouhyateka Toronto Chanda Order of Foresters of Canada MM. W. Sackett Meadville J. G.tate Lincoln Neb Congress Committee On Statistics

Mobs Attack Missionaries in Pekin Streets

A private letter to Rev. Wy Moore from Bishop Cranston details a mob assault in Pekin on September 3 targeting Dr Lowry and missionary families. The mob used mud, sticks, and stones to celebrate the empress seizing power, with Lowry directing women and children to safety before retreating to a broken riHe.

Cincinnat Fart Cranston Methodist Episcopal Church TD. Wy Moore Western Christian Advocate Pof Ible Elty Othe Dr Lowry Pekin China Gutheral Mhess Feast Densitive the Empress Had Uken Mic Talway Storton Ehalice Earke

Pennayt vans System Announces Fast Mail Service

A new fast mail line will depart St Louis daily at 4 00, with sleeping and dining cars to New York. The route claims record speed for the central states and promises arrival about seven fifty next morning, claiming an hour faster service than existing trains.

Celambue Pennaytvans Yeab East St. Lowe New York St. Louis Tinkasia Bo Wix Howe

Pepper murder trial closes amid testimony and confessions

The long Pepper murder trial section ends with Miss Francis Awuerman recounting stenographic notes and Hagen's confession texts read by Munger and McMahon. Witnesses for the defense are heard while the Commonwealth clings to Susquehanna connections and the Woman in Scarlet, Suse Graham, as lead corroboration. The defense rested as portions of closing arguments began.

Commonwealth Francis K. Awuerman Mirs Aninerman Bingen Nuit Selden Munger Engen Wal Shaw Susquehanna Hagens Munger Fd. McMahon Fitch i. Leonard Comnon Aline Smith Obareter Suse Graham Tine Hagen Binghamton Mush

Wheelmen dissatisfied seek western federation leadership

Charles W. Mears chief handicapper of the League of American Wheelmen for Ohio and George D. Bocke of Jerseyville arrived to discuss reorganizing the league. They criticized Western neglect and signaled plans to form a western division to manage affairs, with local and visiting members meeting in private sessions to chart steps forward.

Lorle Osceif West

Swallow Sues for Libel in Harrisburg Case

Harrisburg article details a libel suit against Dr Swallow, former Altoona candidate, by Congressman Jon Hicke. Wicks alleges publication harmed his reputation and seeks forty thousand dollars in damages over accusations tied to misused public funds.

Harrisburg Jon Hicke Altoone Mbel Aguine Swallow Sve Taloy Commonwealth Dugg. Ory Carelog Lilm Peuteylvanke Publi Aim Lown Araotlition Altoona Getfog Conmeern Mer Wicks Halldine

Industrial Commission Selects Sub Commissions Members

The Industrial Commission met in Washington on November 17 and announced the appointed sub-commissions. Names listed include chairs and members across sectors such as manufactures and transportation, with members from various states and regions named.

Unclear OCR Claim Filed in New York Firm Case

An OCR fragment from New York shows names Wimith Rehlenerg Joeph Beldenhers and Adolphi Bietel filing a petition against a dealer firm Beleniwes Sterola. The legible portion hints at a court action with a described parties list and potential equity or partnership issue.

New York Wimith

English battleship underway in Portsmouth harbor disaster

Fragmented report describes a naval accident at Portsmouth where a battleship explosion or collision caused casualties and heavy damage. Eyewitness accounts mention the ship listing and a large plume of water. officials assess the incident and casualties while emergency crews respond.

Madr Noy te culties aeeidbe on

The fragmentary text mentions a minister of Justice named Chroissned and references fearn implied by tet palliation as being publicly disclosed. The readable part lacks clear events, dates, or locations to establish a concrete news item.

Investigation into Mavin Teresa Affair At Meeting

A local body convenes on a November Tuesday to probe the claims surrounding Mavin Teresa. The gathering aims to assess responsibility and determine the legality and implications of the issue with input from attendees.

Leerisvitte Report Details A Philadelphia Performer Plan

Fragmentary text describes a Philadelphia performer connected with a Venus Powell project and a stunt at a central location. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR, but reference to a performance and a planned public event appears.

Steamship Arrivals New York Now

Steamship updates report arrivals from Liverpool and Amsterdam to New York. The Vi arrives from Liverpool. another ship from Amsterdam is listed to dock in New York.

New York Gernanie Liverpoul uechttoOwll Vou Tone Liverpoul Mote Terdam Buled Monediem

General Graham Improves After Recent Setback

New York reports show improvements as General Graham regains strength. Medical officials note the patient’s condition stabilizing and movements returning, with aides optimistic about continued progress.

Vade Now Brief Notices on Local Political Shift

Fragmentary OCR notes reference Markos and recent political moves in a coastal town. Mentions a former minister Moyer Helot and a county or borough figure involved in municipal matters. Readable due to damaged text and uncertain names.

Moyer Helot Wilke

Spain Bluffs in Paris Over Philippine Sovereignty

Reported dispatches indicate Spanish commissioners may yield on Philippine sovereignty if the United States recognizes Spanish authority before relinquishment. Talks shift to technical points with a potential treaty path enabling ratification by March, aiming for a special session or April assembly. The Sagasta ministry fears fall without gains from Washington.

Winslington Hutter Paria Spinie Philippines United States Paris Iayday Spain Sagasta Ministry Sagasta Doyiudary Americopii Janeary Ponce

Securities case seed in Coit Stews district court

The document notes a securities matter involving Pittehuis Nev and Sehemalilt Bhaleente related to a court action in the Coit Stews district court. It references claims of money due on securities and property liens, with terms including amounts and potential court orders.

Pittehuis Nev SFG Eourities weeGunte Hoas In Securities Mute Pereonk Property Bis

In Favor of Indians. Court Judgment on Donations

The court of equity reviews a case involving donations to Native Americans and alleged misappropriation. The decision addresses recovery of the value of funds donated to the deceased, with the United States Department involved. The award is to proceed against the heirs and related parties in a cross state matter.

Etoile Tie de Rais

Unable to parse clear headline from the text

The readable text shows scattered names and monetary terms but no coherent event or outcome. Missing dates and locations prevent a specific news item.

Di Tyng Dead At Metinvit Chamber Event

Di and Tyng reported dead in an Atmetivnut chamber incident. Steven BE Tyna is named among attendees. details remain sparse as investigators review the event location and context.

Diathe New Steven BE Tyna Prestion

Weather Forecast for Washington and Surrounding Areas

A compact forecast notes conditions for Washington and nearby regions. Light winds and mostly cloudy skies expected with a chance of drizzle. Temperatures range from mild to cool through the day with no severe weather indicated.

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