Lawton's Place and Negros Insurgents Involved
Washington dispatch reports Cavite and Negros developments with Gen. Lawton given city defense command. Insurgents punished. inhabitants seek American protection as outlying Garrisons and units are redeployed to respond to the Negrenses threat and honor guard losses. Casualty list items include multiple army personnel with injuries and status updates.
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Bowen Lawton
Dean
MatArthur
Washington
Mantta
Jane T - Smith
Negros
Eymiart Rotlee Bandette Bank Gurewelite
Pevenie
Otto Manila
Mifeine
Minth Infanney
Charles M. Rudetetter
Weanstedt—Thied Infantry
Beverant Jafet Holitetee
Pyurtesrth Iitantas
Dona A
Acek Levy Firet Juwae
Aiey Siscichchia
Sughis Corpor
Aries H. Chin
Srahur
Covet
Eleht
Soe
Unclear Washington hearing yields disputed figures notes
A damaged Washington report notes a secretary recounting estimates and inquiries amid a contested budget matter. The garbled text references a congressional inquiry, possible figures in the thousands, and ongoing debate over spending and responsibility.
Tornado Damages Homes and Outbuildings Near Arkansa wy nar
A tornado struck west of the town early this morning, leveling a residence and damaging several buildings. Mr. Waggabet was carried from the scene with serious injuries, while a child escaped unhurt about 200 feet from the Walling fence. Local authorities assess property loss and continued danger remains.
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Arkansa
Effinee
Wargoner
Waggabet
Jamaica Reciprocities and Atlantic Trade Tensions
Nation and delegates discuss reciprocity as a path to revive West Indian trade with the United States. Jamaica leaders seek U S presence in Washington while Canadian annexation considerations loom. Madrid reports a radical reform plea to avert dictatorship amid unrest. Boston notes a veto on a bill impacting labor exemptions.
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Kings
Paib
United States
Shortage of Artillerymen Endangers Coast Guns
Washington reports a growing shortage of artillery personnel to man coast defense guns. With modern emplacements and foundations built to precise specifications, the lack of skilled men risks inadequate maintenance and readiness, possibly requiring volunteers to bolster forces.
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Washington
Altgeld Speaks At Louisville Banquet On Democratic Future
Tauiaville Ky June 2 A Young Man's Democratic Club banquet at the Galt House honored Judge James P Tarvin with 260 plates. William J Bryan and other notable figures attended as the party faced reform and new leadership. Bryan argued the Chicago platform should endure beyond one campaign while stressing party unity and municipal franchise questions. Charles K Wheeler and others praised American militarism within balanced power, and several Kentucky leaders discussed government, franchises, and reform. The event highlighted calls for new stars in the party and the need to curb commercialized influences in public utilities.
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Topleville
Galt House
James P Tarvin
Bryan
Kilo Valley
Democratic Party
Chicago
Charles K. Wheeler
Kentucky
America
Ivan
Mtr Wheeler
Tatterting B. ‘Toney
Bowisville
Caldic
Fidiuwine
Altgeld
Geetee
Fred Williams
Massachusetts
Mediation Scheme Debated at The Hague Conference
The Hague session adopted an American mediation plan with minor fee changes while the subcommittee kept the core proposals. A minority bloc including Italy Austria and Britain opposed some restrictions on explosive bullets and balloon use. A breakthrough on key points was unlikely, and confidence in the first commission waned.
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The
Hague
Festerday
Test Commission
Vutt
Italy
Aubteia
Great Britain
Chicago & Northwestern board reports strong year earnings
At the Chicago and Northwestern Railway annual meeting in Chicago the board adopted a statement for the year ended May 31 detailing earnings of 57,093,299 and operating expenses of 21,652, etc. The report notes surplus directed to construction in Chicago. Retiring directors Vanderbuilt and others were re elected. Washington reports mention changes in fourth class postmasters in several states.
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Chicago & Northwestern Railway
Chiesco
Directoire
W. K Vanderbilt
Vanderbilt, Ho Mok, Pwembley
Brran J. Stith
Cyrus McCormick
John J. Blair
Topeka City Moves to Condemn Water Plant
City leaders prepare condemnation proceedings to value and seize the Topeka Water Company plant after a state supreme court ruling ends the company franchise. City Attorney Bird vows prompt action with three appraisers to set value and extend water mains as ownership shifts from company to city.
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Canron
Bard
Topeka
Supreme Ounet Aid
Clar
Hird
Bird
Bayer
Orew Nb
State Supreme Court
Attecley Hird
Pew
Aberrick Court
Fio
Eseene Rews
To Deka
Fire department to test bicycle squad in Washington
District Commissioner John F Wheht plans to add a bicycle squad to the fire department. Bicycle firemen would carry small extinguishers and ride ahead of engines to slow or prevent spread. Washington streets and smooth pavements are ideal for trials. Weather notes from Chicago expect showers in Kansas tonight and Friday.
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Washington
John FB. Wheht
Lake City Post Office Closed After Mob Attack
Citizens of Lake City South Carolina face prolonged loss of postal services after a mob killed the postmaster wounded his family and burned the office. Representative Norton pleaded for reopening but Fourth Assistant Postmaster General Bristow declined leaving 600 residents to use nearby towns for mail. Local business and professionals warn ongoing loss will ruin business prospects and force relocation.
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Jack Sam
Washington
Lake City
S.C
Fative Norton
Post Ofice Department
Bristow
South
New Officers Chosen at Transmississippi Congress Session
Wichita June 1 report details the Trans mississippi congress opening at 4 50 with Gov Shaw approving its aims and former Gov Prince proposing a constitutional reform to equalize operation across territories and states. Officers elected include President St Louis Stunard and VP Gresham Galveston. next session set for tomorrow.
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Transmissiasippi Congress
Shaw
Town
Prince
New Mexico
W. P. Hues
New Orleans
Piper
Mississippi River
Mississippi
St Louis
Kansas City
M. J. Sanders
Congressman Flynn
Oklahoma
Stunard
St. Louis
Walter Gresham
Galveston
New México
Strakey
Minnesota
J. Hudson McKnight
Congress
Houston
Francis
Missouri
Prisoner killed during jail escape attempt at Leadville
In Leadville Colorado on June 1 a man believed to be J. W. Breath of San Bernardino California tried to scale the jail fence. He fought deputy Pelter and under sheriff Lechmere, injuring both before Lechmere shot Breath through the heart, ending the escape bid.
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Leadville
Colo
J. W. Breath
San Bernardino
Cala
Pelter
Lechmere
Breath
American in Trouble in Johannesburg Bank Assault
One of Johannesburg's leading financiers, a man named Ewrkstein, was assaulted at the Standard Bank by American Thomas Regan. Regan struck him in the face with a whip and with his bare fist, breaking his eye glasses and throwing him to the ground. Regan resisted arrest and was later detained amid great sensational reaction.
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Johannesburg
Ewrkstein
Standard Bank
Thomas Resan
Regan
Prkswinster
Reichstag Approves Weaker Anti Strike Bill
Berlin June 1 the reichstag received the anti strike bill amid surprise. Provisions are now less stringent than the emperor first planned. It imposes up to five years imprisonment for threatening to block work and fines up to 1000 marks for extenuating cases. Penalties vary for actions aimed at forcing employers or employees to cease activity during lockouts.
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Berlin
Reichstag
Ieee Saat Eeae
All for M kinley A Lively Factional Fight in Prospect For Control
Columbus Ohio June convention coverage outlines rival factions backing McKinley for president. Contests from seven counties shape district committee seats and credentials, with Hanna McKisson and Foraker in sharp opposition as delegates vote on temporary organization and leadership.
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State Central Committee
New State Central Committee
McKinley
Committee On Cr
Cleveland
Cuyahoga Ag Thre
Committee On Credentials
Committee On
Kerk
Chateman
Cyrus Huling
State Central
W. S. Kerr
Mansfield
E. I. Lampson
Ashtanals
Frederick Rader
Cincinnati
S. S. Palmer
Kerr
McKisson
Owle
Tamilton
Knickerbocker Aground Fire Off New York Dock
The steamship Knickerbocker arrived at her New York dock with two compartments burning. Departing New Orleans May 24 she carried 2000 bales of cotton plus rice molasses hides and 45 passengers. Fire caused by five days out. captain kept alarm from passengers. Towboat and fire boat fought the blaze at Jersey City. loss undisclosed as fire continued.
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Knickerbocker
New Orleans
New Orijeans
Post
Jersey Rats
Travel pay details for Philippine volunteers face San Francisco muster
Secretary Alser reports a cable to General Otis with expected travel pay for volunteers mustered out at San Francisco. State by state estimates list mileage based travel allowances and railroad rates, from Colorado to Minnesota, with higher sums for noncommissioned officers. Regiments will vote whether to be discharged in California or transported in-state, per government options.
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Otis Seeks 30000 Men for Philippine Campaign
General Otis replies to the secretary of war stating that 20,000 troops will be necessary for effective combat in the Philippines. The message underscores the manpower needed to sustain operations and support the campaign plan.
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Washington
Jone
Otte Telegrates
Winlon
Toughs Try to Start Fight as Fitzsimmons Trains at Bath Beach
Jockey Taral runs with champion Bob Fitzsimmons near Parkside area while Martin Julian takes charge. A mob of six roughs blocks the path and hurls vile taunts. The crowd aims to provoke a fight, likely to injure Fitzsimmons and derail his upcoming bout with Jeffries.
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Fitz
Martin Julian
Froid Taral
Bob Fitzsimmons
Coney Tound
Parkside
eWeil
Fitzsimmons
Jeffries
Pauncefote to Be Elevated in Queen's Birthday Honors
London reports that Sir Judas Pauncefote, British ambassador to the United States and leader of the peace delegation, will be elevated to a higher rank. The official announcement is expected in tomorrow's birthday honors list.
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United States
London
Associated Press
Judas Pauncefote
Breadstuffs and Provisions Stock in Liverpool June 1
Stock of breadstuffs and provisions in Liverpool includes Wheat 1,298,000 centals, corn 592,000 centals, four 196,900 sacks, bacon 909 boxes, shoulders 7,400 cwt, lard 48,000 tierces, cheese 29,000 boxes, butter 5,700 packages. Also note Breabenville Ohio June 1 where 200 workers in three sewer works near Toronto struck for 25 cents daily raise after rejecting 10 cents.
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Liverpool
Breabenville
O. Jane
Toronto
Marchand's Paris Welcome Dazzles Crowd At Depot
Major Marchand arrives in Paris to a booming reception. Military bands, flags, and cheering crowds line the boulevard as he leaves the Loom Paris station. A reception at the ministry of marine precedes a meeting with President Loubet at the Elysee palace. Cripple Creek mine output rises to 1.625 million dollars in May.
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