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Newspaper
Sedalia Evening Sentinel
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1898
Page
1
President McKinley proposes a reduced Philippines bill setting a maximum appropriation of 1 million dollars, down from a larger sum previously discussed. The move signals tighter wartime funding and fiscal restraint amid ongoing colonial governance.
Washington reports the McKinley administration plans to reimburse Spain about 1 million for Philippine island debt tied to lighthouse harbor and public works rather than the 40 million indemnity. Paris session delayed to Monday as Spain seeks records. Madrid dispatches say Spain will not yield on sovereignty and may protest in Paris.
Wreckers have arrived at Nassau bringing stores taken from the stranded vessel Maria Teresa. The derelict has been reported off Nassau in the Bahamas with salvage operations underway as officials assess prompt recovery actions and potential hazards.
Wreckage off Cat Island is identified beyond doubt as the Infanta Maria Teresa. Wreckers claim the right to salvage stores from the derelict vessel. The water reaches between decks and the ship lies with a starboard list. she is dismantled and anchored between two reefs on a smooth bottom.
Advices received in London report the Philippine Commercial Company says insurgents have taken Negros, part of the Philippine group, separated from Panay and Zebu, and besieging Iloilo, the capital of Panay and the second largest port in the Philippines.
A lavish complimentary banquet for Maj. Gen. Miles, commander of the U S Army, was held at the Waldorf Astoria New York last night. The event mirrored the grand McKinley tribute of the previous year, organized by New York merchants and manufacturers.
Wilmington scenes of violence as federal authorities consider action. Black residents flee inland amid police and military presence after election day clashes. Tolbert family tensions linked to Phoenix South Carolina incident prompt White House and Justice Department inquiries.
A large New Orleans era crowd hears Gen Miles praise union while a planned lynching is foiled. Six jailed black men are banished by militia to the north as white leaders deport other troublemakers. Officials vow order as searches continue for key suspects and threats subside.
Des Moines reports Director Sage of the Iowa weather and crop service received figures from the agricultural department showing Iowa produced 268,672,000 bushels of corn, the largest state yield in the nation.
In Maryville Missouri on November 11 Herman Shaffer was killed instantly and his two brothers fatally injured when a wagon bridge collapsed while they were moving a threshing machine and engine.
In Monmouth Illinois on November 12 a 21 month old boy Charles Liggett caught fire from matches while playing and was burned to death. His mother, trying to save him, sustained serious injuries.
The Newark arrives in New York with Rear Admiral Schley and the evacuation commission led by Maj. Gen. Brooke and Brig. Gen. Gordon. The full report on the evacuation is received, noting completion last month after evacuations from San Juan.
Plant staff plan to supply acetylene using the current piping network with only minor adjustments. The approach minimizes new installations while maintaining safe handling in the production line.
General Corbin files the report detailing the Adjutant General's account to the Secretary of War. The exhibit highlights U S Army efforts in Cuba and summarizes staffing and operations for the year.
Washington Nov 12 Advt Gen H C Corbin reports to the secretary of war on the U S army from regulars to volunteers. He notes prewar and wartime strength, outlines need for more officers and regiments, and urges a bill to increase the army. He also backs readmitting National Guard veterans to state units and stresses camp rationing reforms.
General Corbin calls for increased annual appropriations for militia support. He also urges pay raises for noncommissioned officers and a reorganization of army bands to attract better musicians.
The St. Joseph life-saving crew arrived by special train to save the Lena M. Neilson crew. All men were brought to safety. the schooner is likely a total loss.
Fire started in Covington town hall in New Orleans area destroying three blocks of buildings. Loss is estimated at $100,000. Fire officials investigate cause as buildings suffer extensive damage and local businesses reel from the blaze.
Early yesterday morning the Kirksville Savings Bank safe was drilled and unlocked. About 14 000 in government bonds and nearly 18 000 in gold and greenbacks were stolen while silver remained untouched. Insurance covers the loss and no suspects are yet found. A separate report from Kansas City tells of zoo manager Frank A. Bostock nearly slain by lions until rescuing heroism of lion-tamer Pianka.
Lincoln Nebraska November 12 State election returns remove all doubt of the fusion state ticket election with average pluralities around 2500. Republicans concede it and the same figures give Republicans control of the legislature on joint ballot and likely both houses.
Moorhead Minnesota November 12 Six of the men who held up the Great Northern coast train near Fergus Falls were captured here. They carry large revolvers two sets of burglars tools two dark lanterns three sticks of dynamite and four caps were found on them. The men had about 200 dollars. Three claim to come from Missouri.
Early returns indicate McMillen the Republican wins Nevada governor. Joint ballot for US senator shows 25 against Stewart, 15 for Stewart, 4 doubtful, with one county awaiting one assemblyman.
Indications point to a settlement between striking miners and Virden Coal Co. Edward Cahill, president of the miners union, left for Chicago after a telegram from Jt. C. Loucks, president of the coal company, prompted the trip.
Wichita Kansas November 12 W E Hutchinson of Carthage Missouri has asked for a franchise to supply the city with natural gas to be piped from Neodesha about one hundred miles east the proposal aims to bring a new fuel source to Wichita.
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