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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 09, 1899

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Aguinaldo Denounces Alliance With Americans in 1899 Speech

Aguinaldo argues the Filipinos still uphold an alliance with the United States and Admiral Dewey. He accuses opponents of seeking subjugation and asserts the Filipino people remain aligned with the insurgent cause against imperial powers. The piece presents his denunciation of American efforts and calls for continued resistance.

Aguinaldo Atkinson Dewey Perthern Admiral Pegney Airey United States Mowg Tater Anne Philippines Aguila Admiral Dewey Talied Brats Aiong Kong Singapore Weido

French Editors Clash Over War Tactics and President’s Policy

The article quotes critics branding leaders as hypocrites who shed crocodile tears for war victims. It notes calls to wield Dum-Dum bullets in Pretoria and Johannesburg and cites veiled accusations against Mr. Chamberlain for pandering to imperial greed. It mentions commemorations at a peace conference and a jewel necklace inscribed with a grim vow.

Seis Wreyfus Howes Vere Honbofert Thiel SM. de Pleenen Mir Chinberladhy London Hante Pretoria Johannesburg Mare- Nish

Retirement of Nick One at National Naval Ball levee

A fragmented notice discusses a claim about the retirement of resident Nick One at the National Naval Ball levee. It states there is no foundation for public concern and that Mr. Yonge has not indicated any intention to retire or take similar actions. The report’s origin remains unclear.

Woorhington Swt S Nick One Yonge Jose

New Vek Co Arrives at Latterdam Fort Thiulagae

In Yolonvloe New York the PROTMtown Mable and Lieut Mean Tylv erpool arrival events are noted with focus on the new installation and personnel. The items read as a brief notice of to be expected activity at the fort and surrounding area.

New Vek, Co

Dewey Attends Church Service in Secret Visit

Admiral Dewey attended a private divine service at St Johns Episcopal Church in Washington to avoid crowds. He left after prayers without public notice, then planned to travel to Vermont to visit W. Lew Webb and attend the cornerstone ceremony for the Dewey memorial hall at Norwich University.

Washington Admiral Dewey St. Johns Mackay-Smith St Johns United States Waventon Admirs Roumby Caldwel Verwent W. Lew Webb Shelburne Montpetter Norwich University Northfield Vermont

Jones Seeks Votes Abroad on Road to Bryan Nomination

United States Senator James K. Jones of Arkansas and his wife, on the Lacania, discuss the Democratic path to the 1900 nomination. He predicts Bryan will secure the nomination and argues prosperity may broaden Democratic appeal, with minor platform tweaks including anti-imperialism.

New York United States James K. Jones Arkansas Democratic National Committee England Ireland Scotland Switzerland Wales Jones William J. Bryan Bryan McKinsey Custeddy

American League proposed to counter warlike US spirit

Polton Hall announced formation of a new organization to be known as the American league with temporary secretary. The group aims to oppose militarism and extend the benefits of American institutions to all, affirming government derives power from the governed. Prominent supporters include Schur, Shepard, Cochran, Parkhurst, Van Dyke, Powell, Dayton, Loomis Nelson, Dewitt Warner, Chadwick, Minhoff Jr., Crosby, Gompers and Peckham.

New York Polton Hall American League United States Mr. Hall League Carl Schurs Howard M. Shepard W. Rourke Cochran C. H. Parkhurst H. van Dyke William Dean Powells Charles W. Dayton Henry Loomia Nelson John Dewitt Warner Robert Collyer John W. Chadwick Henry Minehof Ernest HM. Crosby Samuel Gompers Wheeler H. Peckham

Lord Mayor Leads Parnell Grave Procession and Statue Foundation

Dublin parade headed by Daniel Triton, the lord mayor, replaces Unite at Charles Stewart Parnell's grave in Glasnevine cemetery. The event advances with the laying of the foundation stone for the Parnell statue amid the ceremony.

Dublin Get Daniel Triton Unite Charles Stewart Parnell Glasnevine Parnell

President McKinley Busy in Chicago Religious Events

President McKinley spent a packed Sunday in Chicago with religious services at Quinn Chapel and the Auditorium. Mrs. McKinley caused a schedule shift by preferring her husband accompany her during a morning ride, drawing crowds and prompting strict crowd control ahead of a cornerstone ceremony.

McKinsey Quinn Chapel Samuel B. Barnitz Dea Motes Towa Father Maurice Dorney Thenthaler Admiral Dewey Father Dorney Quinn Pel Strance

Senator Hoar Talks Philippine Question From Europe

Senator George F. Hoar returned from Europe and commented that his views on the Philippine issue have not changed. He discussed whether a governor can appoint a senator when a legislature adjourns and noted his possible support for seating Mr. Quay if he were elected by the governor in recess, though he doubts such seating would occur.

Quay Philippines Broston Goel George BF Tioa Europe Hoar Tan Te Quayor Tam Monsy Ite Senate Noself Corbett Orecon Tate Corbet

Apollo Club Performs The Star Spangled Banner

After an admission ad, Rev. R A White led The Star Spangled Banner by the Apollo club, greeted with much applause. President McKinley and most of the party then retired from the hall to their apartments.

Appollo Musical Club R.A. White Appollo Club McKinley Hhe Pearty

Boers Evacuate Border as British Report Natal Tensions Ease

London dispatches say Boers may abandon Natal invasion plans and pull back from the Free State border. Reports from Newcastle and Pyramhon note Boer withdrawal, while British authorities expect cessation of border pressure due to supply shortages. General Sir C Stewart White arrives in Natal with forces amid cheering crowds and readiness for any Boer move.

London Transvaal Natal Newcastle Nat Pateolt Commandoes Ett Deepateh Pyrhban Baels Janeperte Trailin Hussard Durtian Ladyemith Coorkne Stewart White Aler Witham Symons Pietermaritaburg Mafubat

Laurier Wins Heart of Chicago With French-Canadian Welcome

Sir Wilfred Laurier, premier of Canada, drew a large Chicago crowd at Studebaker hall as two girls presented him roses. He thanked French-Canadians in the city for their warm reception and praise for his policy of equality for all. He spoke of US-Canada ties and immigration trends. Al Phones Pelleter and Mayor Prefontaine also saluted the Canadians in the United States.

Chicago Wilfred Laurier Dominion of Canada Studebaker Hall Wilfred Canada United States Laurier al- Phones Pelleter Cwna- Han Clib Prefontaine Montreal

Rumor of Royal Death Refuted by Official Source

An official statement denies a circulating rumor about the death of Prince George and Princess Victoria. The communication clarifies that no legitimate report or line of inquiry supports the claim and forbids further exploration of the alleged royal incident.

Landon, Chit Prince George Greece Princee Victoria Wales Weoing Sultehon

Bridge Jumper from Whiicheville Dies at Pittsburgh Show

A bridge jumper during a traveling wild west show near Strashure yesterday fatally injured after diving into a tank. The man was pulled from the water by a New Newfoundland dog and left unconscious, with doctors predicting possible paralysis.

Whiicheville Jamer Dread Pittaburg Strashure Yeaderday Hun Indy

Olympic Bound for Boston New York and More

The cruiser Olympic departed today bound for Boston and New York with the Sardyn aboard, indicating a voyage to nearby destinations.

Olympia Boston New York Olympic

Border News From Mafeking and London Fronts

London reports heavy government activity as Britain prepares for possible war with the South African republic. Mafeking reports Finnish forces moving near the border, with fortified streets and mine defenses. Boer forces numbering about seven thousand advance toward the Natal Bechuanaland frontiers, while British commanders urge vigilance and protection of civilians.

London Britain Woolwich Lanedon South Africa Mafeking Cuna Cornel Robert Stephenson Sroyth Dudem Powell Fifth Dragoon Guards Natal Bechuland Kimberly Cape Argus Broshit

Boy Burned to Death in Seabright Fire

Five year old John Coffer, son of hotelkeeper John H. Coffer, died in a blaze at his aunt Mrs. Emma Rendall’s Seabright home. The fire started on the second floor shortly after a clock, with officials believing a lighted lamp exploded in the boy’s room. The boy’s mother, Mrs. Coffer, died a year earlier in a house fire connected to her clothing catching fire from kerosene oil.

United States hospital ship Bolaco arrives from Manila

The Bolaco, a U S Navy hospital ship, arrives in port via Guam and Yokohama with over 100 discharged sailors aboard. One boatswain’s mate, Daniel Duty, dies during the voyage and is buried at sea.

San Francisco United States Bolaco

Djarid Bey Assassinated on Galatia Bridge

In Constantinople on October day Djarid Bey son of Hallirifat Pasha grand visier was assassinated on the Galatia bridge by an Albanian who fired four shots from a revolver. the murderer was arrested.

Djarid Bey Constantinople Hallirifat Pasha Galatia

Weather and news highlights in a morning edition

Weather indicates rain and easterly winds with multiple general and local briefs. Reports cover fighting in the Philippines, McKinsey in Chicago, Aguinaldo prayers, Kruger, regional penndata, and upcoming sermons and lodge notices.

Revere Philippines President McKinsey Chicago

Will Sail Every Day For Yacht Races Change

Agreement reached by the New York Yacht Club and Royal Ulster Yacht Club to run the challenger series, Cohiminia and Shamrock, on daily dates after next Thursday until international supremacy decided. Lipton pressed for daily starts but clubs declined as public arrangements and fairness to spectators required stable dates. Officials stressed no public interference and the aim to please the public and visitors while scheduling the races.

New York Cpt New York Yacht Club Royal Later Yacht Club Cohiminia Shamrock Tomas Lipton Sir Thomas Lub Elut C. Shanne Crawford TM. M. Meailidowney Royal Ulster Year Club Lewie Cass Lavtgall J. V8. Odmilo Elmhurst Edward Brown Psp. Lippert Regatta Committee Oddie Thomas Lipton

Sympathy for Boers Mass Meeting at Carnegie Hall

A large sympathy gathering for the Boers is planned at Carnegie Hall on Wednesday evening with 13 state governors among vice presidents and speakers including Bourke Cochran. The list also names governors, congressmen, U S senators, judges, clergymen, and bankers supporting mediation by the United States.

New York McKinney United J. T. Moore Peters Maine Blodgett New Hampshire Cartwright Kifnela Henry le Nelson Harper's Weekly Menett Ohie Carnegie Hall United Btates Bourke Cochran

Uncertain Gunfire Incident Involving Army Private

Fragmentary report from Harrisburg Ohio describes a confrontation at a private’s setting on a fortcamp farm. Ernest J Groin a former guard is involved. Three soldiers confronted him and were ordered away. A firing occurred with one private wounded or killed. Names and exact details unclear.

Harrisburg Ernest J. Groin Mead Gretel Grefette

Reception to Elihu Root in Chicago Parlor Event

Secretary of War Elihu P. Root attended an informal reception in the Grand Vacine parlors in Chicago before departing for Washington. Members of the Sigma Phi fraternity organized the event and he re enrolled.

Chicago Washington Elihu P. Root Grand Vacine Sigma Phi Fraternity

Fighting resumes at Manila as forces clash near Cavite Viejo

American troops under Lawton press the offensive with infantry and marines advancing from Bucor toward Cavite Viejo and Noveleta. A half hour battle drives insurgents from trenches while Marines wade through rice fields and swamps supported by gunboats and scouts. Authorities report several American wounded, one mortally, with enemy losses. operations continue along the Cavite coast and across the Pensinsula.

Lawton Lelind Jusen Reilly Lowe Bucuor Cavite Viejo Navyelet Novetota Satfoul Binkes McGrath Fourth Cavalry Helly Noveleta Anerieas 1 Hott Peninenhe Cavite Ile Uteal Wynne Cowles Fourth Infantry Babe Nichls Brink

Monument Unveiled at Grave of Lt Collar Miles in Lancaster

An unveiling ceremony occurred at the Anciater cemetery in Lancaster for Lieutenant Collar David Miles of the Seventy-ninth Pennsylvania Volunteers. Surviving members and Company K of the National Guard conducted the rites. Principal oration delivered by E. B. Metin of New York.

Lancaster Collar David Miles Seventy-ninth Pennsylvania Naticn Guards EB. K. Metin New Yorks

Weather Forecast for Monday in Eastern Pennsylvania

Washington reports a Monday outlook of easterly winds with unsettled conditions. The forecast notes a potential dip in temperatures and increasing wind speeds across the region.

Washington Pennsylvania Ruin

Also Mentioned on This Page

Nick Young Senator Jones MR. M’kinley Dydne Cuba Apeard Harry Allen Storm Lord Fauntleroy McWilliams Abner McKinley Mabel McKinley E. A. Brown Annex Root Mors. McKinney Cullinant Arthur Dunham Senator Hoar Paul Kruger India Durban Manila Guam General Northeastern Penneylvania Nova, Financial and Commercial J. B. Bweet Sermon On J. Toansing Grand Lodge Knights of Honor Kenny Scranton Hound Lawal Mather Mathew Mer Farmer Soldier Elihu Root Miles Monument Werather
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