Fate of the Philippines and a U S Protectorate
Washington reports say American peace commissioners insist Spain surrender sovereignty over the Philippines and a protectorate may govern the archipelago. Senator Chandler backs ending Spanish rule and notes Luzon revenue and rebellion shape policy. General Greene praises Filipino leaders yet urges outside guidance before self rule, predicting eventual readiness similar to Cubans or Puerto Ricans.
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O Ur Peace
Chandler
Archipelago
Gen. Greene
Washington
Philippines
Spain
United States
New Hampshire
Foreign Relations Committee
The
Senate
Luzon
Promotions in the Regular Army After San Juan Victory
Major General Hamilton Hawkins U S V by action promoted to brigadier general in the regular army to fill retirement vacancy of General Granani. He will be placed on the retired list under thirty years service provision. Major General Kurri of Pennsylvania, who led the wing that captured Wicaney, will also be advanced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Hamilton Hawkins
San Juan Hill
King in Danger Charged in Roumania Plot
A man was arrested in Orgova on charges of conspiring to assassinate the Roumanian king. The plot was alleged foiled by timely warnings. Police found a phial of poison and several weapons in a secret compartment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roumania
Muler
Budapest
Orgova
Aeg
Polvron
Dagrer
General Fitsbuch Lee Arrives in Washington for Cuba Talks
General Fitsbuch Lee arrived in Washington after a stop at Highmoted on his way from Jackmwn villa. He was summoned by Secretary Alger for a conference with the president and the War Department about the impending deployment of troops to Cuba.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weabington
Matoer
Fitsbuch Lee
Washington
Nis
Highmoted
Jackmwn Villa
Alger
Offirdalp
Treepa
Cuba
Troop Movement Ordered From New York to Jacksonvilla
The Fourth United States Volunteers are ordered to depart New York for Jacksonvilla to reinforce troops in Cuba. The plan signals a strategic shift in the Caribbean theater with regimental deployment confirmed by authorities.
War Invest Committee Classifies Complaints Entered
Washington Sept. 29 The war investigating committee confined today to the execution and classification of complaints made to the president. Letters concern food for soldiers hospital accommodations and conduct of the war department in the Pacific and Atlantic regions. General Wheeler is expected to be among the first witnesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
War Investigating Committee
Camp Wikoff
Camp Thomas
Wheeler
War Department
Pacific
Atlantic
Merriam
Department of the Pacific
Otis
Philippines
Merritt
Philadelphia Seeks Peace Jubilee Invitation and Parade Plan
A Philadelphia delegation met President McKinley to invite him to attend the peace jubilee on October 21 and 27 and to gain army and navy cooperation. The program includes a Union League reception, the Grant monument unveiling at Fillmount Park, and a 20 000-strong troop and warship demonstration with cabinet participation. Senator Penrose sent a telegram of support.
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Washington
Philadelphia
Army
Navy
Bingham
Adams
Butler
Peace Jubiee
James Pollock
Howard
Minturn
el Caney
Union League
Grant Monument
Fillmount Park
White House
Miles
Alger
Long
Shafter
Lee
Wheeler
Stone
Spain
Penrose
McKinley
Citizens’ Committee
Congressional Committee
Pekin Reformists Executed For Conspiracy
The Pekin Times correspondent reports six reformists were executed for alleged conspiracy against the dowager empress. The group included Kang Yunsi's brother, a censor, four head clerks of the cabinet, and a Hu Po i governor. News notes no public upheaval as life returns to normal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Pekin
The
Times
Kang Yunsi
Hu Poi
Cuban Appoints Succeed Spanish Judge in Santiago
In Santiago de Cuba Senor Rancher Garcia, a Spanish judge who ignored a prior order suspending his duties, is to be replaced by a Cuban. The first mail to Baltimore leaves today and orders are expected soon for American troops to proceed to Manzanillo to relieve the Spanish garrison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santiago de Cuba
Rancher
Garcia
Ceas
Hue
Baltimore
Manzanile
Cuban Police Force Formed for Santiago Province
Arrangements are in place to form a mounted Cuban police unit for the Santiago province. The force includes a major, three captains, six lieutenants, ten sergeants and 210 enlisted men with officer pay at two thirds of U S rates. General Castillo leads appointments while impending disbandment of Cuban troops risks disorder and cattle thefts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santiago de Cuba
Santiago
United States Army
Castillo
Wood
United States Collector of Customs
Donaldson
General Lawton
United States
Guantanamo
Manzanillo
Treasury Department
Washington
Cuba
Zimmermana
Brady
Signal Service
Cuba Submarine Cable Company
British West Indies Cable Company
Forest fires rage across multiple Wisconsin towns
Dispatches report forest fires threatening Deadwood and towns in Wisconsin. Knowles says plea for aid to Myer department. fires surge near Chippewa Falls and Cumberland. Homes destroyed. rain feared to avert further losses as trains pass through burning districts and communities brace for spread.
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Washington
Bliss
Knowles
North Dakota
Fife
Meade
Deadwood
Secretary of the Interior
War Department
Chippewa Falls
Wis
Furmore
Wisconsin Central
Boyd
Cabott
Cumberland
Parrow
Almena
Gun Carriages Shipped by Chicago Line to Seattle
Quartermins ter MacCauley of the U S A today awarded to the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad the contract to ship three ten inch disappearing gun carriages, each 18 900 pounds, from Bethlehem Pennsylvania to Seattle Washington. The Chicago company bid 132 4 10 dollars per hundred pounds, the lowest among about half a dozen routes. Four cars will carry the carriages, routed via Philadelphia and Reading, Chicago and Northwestern, and Northern Pacific railroads to fortifications on Puget Sound.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Quarterminster MacCauley
Chicaso and Northwestern Railroad
Jethlehem
Seattle
Wash
Chicago Company
Wael Varrhinge
Santiago Report From General Lawton Aide Memoire
General Lawton reports from Santiago on October 4 at 7 22 p m that fever is present with several types but the war department medical officers deem the Santiago situation improving. The Adjutant General in Washington receives the dispatch detailing fever totals and troops affected with no deaths recorded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Bepl. J
Santiago
Lawton
War Department
Woshington
Writ of Demand Reported to Sultan Over Crete Island
Sept article relays that a formal ultimatum from the great powers to Turkey regarding Crete was presented to the sultan in Belgrade, outlining demands and potential consequences if unresolved.
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Porte
Soeltie
Turkey
Crete
Loduy
Tenth annual convention of New York Christian Endeavor Society
The tenth annual convention of the state Christian Endeavor Society continued at Asbury Park today, bringing together delegates from New York for meetings and activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
State Christian Endeavor Society
Asbury Park
Order for occupation of Cuba issued by Miles
Washington Sept 9 The order directs the Fourth United States Volunteer Infantry detached from the Seventh Army Corps to be prepared for immediate service in Cuba. They will proceed fully armed and equipped to Manzanilla, with arrival reported to Major General James F. Wade. Quartermaster transportation and subsistence, and medical supplies will be provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adjutant General's Office
Washington
Fourth United States Volunteer Infantry
Seventh Army Corps
Cuba
Manzanilla
Jumea FP. Wade
Havana
Blanco Grants Pardon and Orders Troop Reassignments
The Official Gazette publishes a decree by Captain General Blanco granting pardon to political prisoners and releasing them in the islands. Irregular troops will be mustered out and reassigned to Spanish expeditionary forces, with rail and animal assets auctioned. State and civic actions in Havana proceed as evacuation plans are set and meetings postponed.
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Havana
Blanco
Politieu
Holguin
Gubara
Spain
Puerto Principe
Nonavitas
Sach
Lyceum
Reebo
Griacom
Tracy
Wil
Robert FL Porter
Chamber of Commerce
Porter
Washington
New York
Saratoga
Admiral Sarpaon
Mre. Sampson
Vedady
Trocha Hotel
Excitement at Pana as riot leads to arrests
At Pana Illinois on September 2 rioting followed last night’s alleged plot between black miners and union workers. A black arrestee who tried to stab the police chief was not brought to court. Bail bondsman George Penwell failed to appear. Warrants issued for those involved. One white bystander, H. E. Bishop, was wounded. Stockades closed. details scarce as operators restrict information.
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Pana
Smith
Tulay
Mike
Cgeorge W. Penwell
Shipping Arrivals and Departures Across Atlantic Ports
A fragmented notice lists multiple ships and routes including arrivals in New York and Southampton with vessels such as iMonn jan and Hdam and departures to Amsterdam Liverpool and Hamburg. The scattered items reference Queenstown and Naples routes with several European ports and panics of vessel names.
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New York
iMonnjan
Southampton
Hdam
Amsterdam
Liremen
Bremen
Howthampton
Miynieland
Furet Binmarck
Hamburg
Queenstown
Aller
Naples
Liverpool
Servia
Germaiie
Hoterdam
Epiamdam
Races at Dallas Draw Big Crowd
Three thousand spectators attended the Dallas races today as Wilkes Harre Boot and others competed. Aduign driven by a horse won the close trotting event in 28.2 seconds, followed by Prance J. black, driven by a mare, finishing in 24.0 seconds.
Democratic Ticket Named At Syracuse
Syracuse N Y September 24 The Democratic convention of New York State named its ticket for state offices with Van Wyck as governor and a united slate after a single ballot for governor. The vote totals showed Van Wyck 330 Stanchfield 48 McGuire 21 Titus 41. The gathering was harmonious aside from the governor race and featured a roaring ovation when Bryan was named.
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van Wyck
Stanchfield
McQuire
Titus
Syracuse
N. Y
New York State
Pierce
Monroe
William Jennings Bryan
Thomas Carmody
McGuire
Weather and Political Roundup From Scranton Morning
Weather Outlook shows increasing clouds and warmer temperatures. Spanish and American space commissioners dine together amid broader notes on Philippine independence. New York Democratic convention, railroad committee, and financial news feature in a broad local wrap. Also local court and fire news plus a fatal reckless driving incident in Pittston.
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Spain
Philipptines
CIA
New York
Races At Trenton Interstate Fair Draw Crowd
Over 20 000 attended the Trenton interstate fair with politicians including acting Governor Foster Voorhees and Prosecutor Elvin W. Crane. The program featured trotting and pacing heats with Prince Lavaland and Brumbout among winners as Meadow Kelle and Nath Nile also scored in multiple events.
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Trenton
N. J
Foster M. Voorhees
Elevin W. Crane
Chiss
Yeaterdivi
Lecene
Mourne Tain
Brumbout
Bing
Democrmey
Happy Partner
Boeuitine Ishedi
Meadow Kelle Oh
Lanne Helle
Nath Nile
Simmons
Fireline saves residents in Chicago apartment blaze
A clothes line attached to a window at 20 West Hile Street helped evacuate residents during a four story fire. Dozens escaped, including women and children who slid down the line. Seventeen others were rescued by firefighters with ladders. Five people were injured by flames or by jumping from windows.
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Chieagte
Corbett and McCoy Warned for Week of Conclave
Picketed by Picebdure, Allegheny Superintendent Muth states Cerbett and McCoy can spar in Allegheny during the Knights Templar conclave week but no finish fight will be allowed. City ready for legitimate sport to entertain visitors and efforts are underway to bring the big fighters together.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Picebdure
Palleo
Muth
Allegheny
Cerbott and McCoy
Kitchener Dispatches From Cape Town Cable
A dispatch from Cape Town reports General Kitchener informing Cecil Rhodes he has established no port south of Foshoda and asks when he is coming up. The wording reflects telegram style and British imperial context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Londen
Bent
Cape Town
Kitchener
Cecil Rhoder
Foshoda
Ashe
Unclear New York Health Update With General Shafier
A report out of New York notes General Shafier ill with an irregular fever and chills today. He did not leave his headquarters at the club house and no serious outcomes are reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Shafier
Tian Club House
Washington, Boyt, 2L-These Renny roll ponedone have been Belled
In a fragmentary notice several names appear alongside place markers and dates, including Orlin and Lucy, J. Hillinga, Catherine Scanton, and Hannah Moffatt, with unclear actions and locations. The text lacks coherent context.
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Washington
Boyt
Orlin Whiows
Lucy
J. Hillinga
Rush
Susque Honna
Catherine Scanton
Carbonon
Hannah Moffatt
Yates
Lugorne
Col Joseph Bennett Philanthropist Dies in Philadelphia
In Philadelphia on September 2 Colonel Joseph M. Bennett philanthropist died at his home from Bright's disease aged 80. He was known for civic work and charitable efforts in the city. Funeral arrangements are expected to be announced.
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Philadelphia
Joseph M. Bennett
Bright
Troops Ordered To Pana In Mine Riot Crisis
Sheriff Colburn telephoned Governor Tanner stating he had exhausted resources and could not control striking miners. Tanner ordered state troops to Pana with Captain Craig and Colonel Hamilton to protect life and property and to oppose use of foreign labor in the mines.
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Tanner
Colburn
Pana
Craig
Batters H
Galesburg
Pane
John HB. Hamilton
Elgin
Captain Craig
Mine accident kills Benjamin Blaney at Marvine
Benjamin Blaney was crushed to death in a Marvine mine accident yesterday afternoon. He had just fired a blast when a rock roof loosened and fell on him, with rescue efforts lifting the heavy burden from his body. He had recently moved from Nanticoke to the North End.
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Benjamin Blaney
Marvine
Blaney
Mollister Avenue
Nanticokvy
North End
Aguinaldo’s Philippine Republic Claim Not Confirmed
Washington reports from Manila claim Aguinaldo planned a grand ceremony to proclaim a Philippine republic with himself at the helm, but Aguinaldo’s head did not confirm the plan. Senator Chandler and General Green discussed the matter with him, noting the delay aimed at obtaining full home conditions information.
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Washington
Manila
Aguinaldo
Republic of the Philippines
Agoneciilo
Chandler
New Dammelite
General Green
Aganetile
Greene Will Not Resign Amid Peace Talks
General Frasia Vo Greene, back in Washington after commanding troops in the Philippine islands, held a brief conference with President McKinley. He said he would resign only after the treaty of peace is signed, not before, and does not intend to hand in his resignation earlier.
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Greene
Aguinaldo
Spain
Dimeute
United States
Washington
Fransia Vo Greene
Philippine Islands
McKinn
John Hay
Greeve
Tim
Leg Breaks in Mallview Game on West Side Tract
During a community football game on the Mallview Land Company tract the West Side, 16 year old Henry Davis son of Robert Davis of Archbald Street sustained a left leg fracture. Dr. George S. Beach attended him at home and he was later taken to Lackawanna hospital.
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Mallview Land Company
West Side
Hm.lyn Davis
Robert Davis
Archbaldstreet
George S. Beach
Lackawanna Hospital
Davenport Funeral at Trinity Church
Funeral service for Vanny Davenport held at Trinity Church in Boston with interment at Forest Hill Cemetery. Joseph Jefferaan served as an honorary pallbearer.
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Boston
Vanny Davenport
Trincity Church
Forest MI
Joseph Jefferaan
Peace Negotiations Pressed by Divergent Instructions
French papers analyse the US and Spanish mandates hampering talks with the Philippines. US commissioners follow McKinley orders while Spain asserts sovereignty over Luzon and the Archipelago with a liberal governance condition. both sides cannot depart from their precise instructions. The report warns negotiations may yield no satisfaction for Spain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
United States
Horace Porter
Foreign Office
M. Delcusse
M. Delewsee
Hogron
Elysee Palace
Hias
Manila
Dragzen
Spain
Marianne Islands
Mckinley
Luzor
Philippines
Lalawisa
Pitth
Penny Inspection Tours Pennsylvania Lines In New Jersey
Philadelphia reports the annual inspection by officers and directors of lines owned by the Pennsylvania Railroad. The trip includes three excursions from Philadelphia with routes covering the West Jersey and Beashore Division, Atlantic City, and Cone May, then east of Pittsburgh and Erie. The group led by President Frank Thomason lists senior officers including John P. Green Charles B. Pugh M Prevost and J N Hutchinson with Theodore N Ely William Thrown William H Joyce J Ti Wood and James A Lagan among others.
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Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
Devon
Sime
Tiret
West Jersey and
Beashore
Inet
Athintle City
Cone
United Railroads of
New Jersey
Pittebureg
Erie
Pittsburg
Buffalo
Cental
Schuylkill Valley
Frank Thomason
Pirot
John P. Green
Charles B. Pugh
M. Prevost
J. N. Hutchinson
Theodore N. Ely
William EM. Thrown
William HH. Joyce
J. Ti. Wood
James A. Lagan
Local merchant sues for damages over alleged persecution
Philip Bohwarts of Old Forge sues prosecutor Mike Shefaik and Max Kotepbluth for 5000 dollars claiming conspiracy in a harassment case. He alleges landlord Blumenthal sought to remove him from his store to take over the business. Attorneys Martin and Vidaver state affidavits from ten witnesses accusing Blumenthal of bribery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philip Bohwarts
Merehant
Wilder Ball
Mary Herko
Mike Shefaik
Max Kotepbluth
Therm
Schwarts
Blumenthal
Hhimn
Schwartz’ Buvainesa
Martin & Vidaver
Schwartz
Ten Percena
Ciuleely
Washington Weather Forecast Note Fragment
Weather forecast fragment for Washington mentions Friday conditions with warmer afternoon, light southwesterly winds, and a creaming notation unclear. Readable portions indicate a forecast update and temperature expectations for the day.
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Washington
Merecuet
Poe Aatteri Paietete Vonla
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