Agriculture report outlines civil service reform and seed giveaways
Secretary Morton details saving $180,000 from current appropriations, claiming over $2 million returned to the treasury since March 7, 1893. He urges a civilian director and extended meat inspection paid by packers, notes seed distribution costs, export growth, and Britain's share of U.S. agricultural trade. The piece also mentions Couldock retiring and Weyler’s need for decisive victory, along with other brief items.
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Pacificos Brutally Murdered in Guantanamo Terror Era
World correspondence from Santiago, Cuba, reports a reign of terror in Guantanamo. Over 60 pacificos were abducted from homes and killed at the town outskirts since mid October. Spaniards wrestled wounded from women near Doz Caminos. Garrido’s guerrillas and regulars were defeated on the 10th by Brig. Bonne. Fifty to ninety firemen defect to rebels, with 150 ordered to field, some deserting with arms.
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Weyler’s Statement Seen as Cuban Weakness Admission
New York on November 24, Cubans view Gen Weyler’s pledge to wait until after Christmas before striking Maceo’s insurgents in Pinar del Rio as an admission of impotence. Delegate Palma called the move a sign of weakness and predicted Weyler may return to Havana, weakening Spanish prestige as Maceo’s forces, though outnumbered, are believed to be highly effective.
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Anniversary Exercises of Vermont Society Sons of the Revolution
The Vermont Society Sons of the Revolution marked its anniversary with an armory ceremony in which Chauncey M. Depew delivered the oration before about 3,000 attendees from Burlington, Rutland, St Albans and nearby areas. Depew praised Vermont’s colonial history, Bennington and Ticonderoga, and urged defense of American liberty and opportunity.
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No Complaint Will Be Made Over Newcastle Flag Incident
Washington November 24 The Spanish legation will not lodge a complaint with the United States over the Newcastle Delaware students who destroyed a Spanish flag. There was no Spanish consul at Newcastle so the act lacked any official character.
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Natives Sold into Slavery in New Hebrides Trade
New Hebrides advices report island natives being sold to ship masters for four to ten pounds each. Some captives endure severe cruelties under their buyers. Sydney dispatches note the practice spreading and sparking protest.
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Weyler Returns to Havana After Pinar del Rio
Capt. Gen. Weyler arrived in Havana from Pinar del Rio on Monday evening. Officials refuse to disclose the reason for his departure from the province or details of the return to the capital. The move has stirred comment among military circles.
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Bermuda Arrives at Halifax After Cuban Filibuster Talk
The Bermuda, a steamship linked to Cuban filibustering talks, sailed from New York Friday and reached Hallifax, N Y, Monday morning.
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Modus Vivendi Proposed to Cuban Independence Effort
Dispatches discuss a possible US mediation in Cuba’s affairs with talks of a peaceful intervention. A plan by Consul General Lee envisions good offices by the United States to secure a time frame for Cuba’s independence, potentially by purchase with US guarantees.
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Maceo
Lee
United States
Cuba
Sun Special Feature on Senator Voor and Tormented Teels
An excerpted Sun feature speculates about Senator Voor and a controversial Teels matter in the city Sunday edition, discussing political tensions and the strained emotions surrounding public figures and community debates. The text shifts to a medical note on spinal cord muscles, noting related health concerns.
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Unknown Man Woman Found Dead in Hotel Room
An unidentified man and woman were found dead in a hotel room Sunday. Authorities say the room showed signs of asphyxiation and gas presence. It was unclear whether the deaths were accidental or related to a personal crisis. Local investigators continued to probe in Stas noon. The situation remains under police handling with no confirmed identities released yet.
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Wilson
Pando to Supplant Weyler in Cuban Leadership Report
A semi official report claims General Weyler will be replaced by General Pando as commander in Cuba. The claim lacks verified corroboration and appears unconfirmed.
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Weyler
Maprip
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Plans for Extending Field Practice Across Army Arms
New York Nov. 24 A Herald Washington special says Gen Ruger head of the department of the east proposes extending field practice for all three arms. He seeks suitable near stations ground for artillery training and frequent assemblies with state forces. An appropriation would cover transport and other costs for large scale exercises resembling war. The move includes militia arming and drilling as key to strengthening the army. The secretary of war will urge a bill to increase artillery strength, with other measures to raise efficiency. Otis notes Alaska post unlikely. troops in interior not needed. Silk lining of a coat wore pierced by a bullet. silk forced into flesh, coat removed reveals the entrance. Suits Against Ohio Railways. Court actions begin to compel annual reports from several rail lines to the interstate commerce commission.
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Navy officer to retire. box results from Empire Club
Commander Thomas Nelson to be detached from Portsmouth navy yard on December 4 and placed on the retired list the next day Ensign G C Davidson reassigned from Castine to the Cushing relieving Ensign R M Jackson on Puritan duty Charles Burns of Cincinnati defeats Frank Wongo of Norfolk in the Empire Athletic club boxing bout Slavin of Australia quits in the fourth round against Bob Armstrong in New York Park Athletic Club match
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James McCabe
Richmond
Joe Butler
Philadelphia
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the Park Athletic Club
Frank Slavin
Australia
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Chicago
Kinney Wins Ohio Secretary of State Plurality of 51540
Kinney Republican leads in the state officer count with 525,020 votes to White Democrat 473,471 and other minor candidates. Kinney's plurality stands at 51,540, as tallied by county boards.
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McKinley Guests Include Gen Miles at Canton Home
Maj. McKinley received visitors in Canton on Friday with Gen. Miles and Frank Wiborg among his callers. Gen. Grosvenor joined them in the study for a general discussion before Miles and Wiborg dined with the president elect. Miles later spoke privately with McKinley before leaving.
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Cincinnati
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Block on Superior Street Burns in Cleveland Fire
A large block on Superior Street owned by Congressman R. K. C. Parsons and housing W. H. Lucktemeyer & Sons wholesale hardware was destroyed by fire Friday morning. The building was valued at 75 000 dollars with stock at 100 000 dollars, both total losses, and all were insured. One firm member and two employees suffered facial and hand injuries before rescue.
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Blaze Destroyed Canton Factory Buildings
A large frame building in Canton Ohio formerly housing Danner Manufacturing Co and later three smaller firms including Standard Harness Hardware Co Canton Pattern Works and Canton Special Manufacturing Co burned in the early hours of Friday morning. Loss about 30000 dollars, insured.
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Ohio Supreme Court rules fee law not apply to traveling salesmen firms
The Ohio Supreme Court held that a state law requiring foreign corporations to pay a fee equivalent to Ohio incorporation does not apply to companies from other states doing business in Ohio solely through traveling salesmen. The decision, issued in Columbus on Friday, clarifies the scope of the fee when no local incorporation or permanent presence exists.
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Supreme Court of Ohio
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Cotell Granted a New Trial by Ohio Supreme Court
The Ohio Supreme Court on Monday granted Romulus Cotell a new trial for the Stone family murder in Medina county citing error in the trial judge by demanding more than ordinary evidence to prove insanity. In another item, Garrett Wright hid 400 dollars in a laundry basket fearing bank trust. burglars stole it.
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Stone
Medina County
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Garrett Wright
Powell Convicted of Manslaughter in Daughter Shooting
ColumnsBus Ohio November 21. Mrs Hannah Powell was convicted Friday of manslaughter after being tried for shooting her daughter Anna.
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Robbed of 300 Dollars in Gold in Ohio Home
West Union Ohio November 21 Thieves stole 300 dollars in gold from Mrs James Kimble s house in Manchester Thursday night The incident is reported from Manchester with no injuries noted and authorities investigating the theft for possible lead or motive
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James Kimble
Manchester
Suit Against the Bondsmen in Dayton Shortage case
Columbus on November 20 reports Attorney General Monnet filed suit against the bondsmen John Reedy and Michael W. Chambers for 3197 dollars plus interest, on the shortage of David Reedy the canals collector who absconded from Dayton.
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Michael W. Chambers
Joseph Smith Named District Marshal by President-Elect Mek
Urbana dispatch reports Joseph P. Smith former state librarian has been appointed marshal of the District of Columbia by President-elect Mek. The announcement comes as Urbana provides the source for the confidential signal. Smith's appointment marks a notable career change amid federal posts and local reaction remains mixed.
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