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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1899
Page
2
A collage of observations on wireless telegraphy, candy trusts, market slumps, and colonial tales. It mocks Dewey and discusses spending on arms versus education, fashioning a critique of press sensationalism and European naval rivalry. It links global trade with American prosperity and warns of universal consequences.
Across the middle Atlantic states and the South a winter bird slaughter supplies reed-birds for city markets. Dealers ship thousands of robins and cedar birds to be sold as reed-birds, defrauding epicures and harming farmers by removing insect-eating birds that protect crops.
The piece discusses insectivorous birds in agriculture and urges protest against bird-killing traffic. It notes a harsh naturalization scene in White Plains where Italians failed to pass as citizens after answering Yes to armed and anti US questions. It also explains the census as a comprehensive study beyond counts and details Canada's grain canal plans from Montreal toward Liverpool, and ends with a quip that birds sleep on the wing using feather beds.
Manila May 8 The Second Oregon under Colonel Summers captured Maasin near San Miguel Lawton with his main body now there A list of yesterday’s casualties shows killed and wounded among the Twenty Kansas First Montana First Nebraska Fifty first Iowa and South Dakota forces The Filipino army at San Fernando showed fortified trenches and blockhouses but retreated in disorder General Luna was wounded in the shoulder at San Tomac and MacArthur moved his command to San Fernando Panic and fires followed the rout with significant damage to churches convents and business districts.
The Fifty first Iowa under General Hale captured San Fernando after a gallant charge aided by two battalions a Hotchkiss gun and a right flank move. Rebels fled to the north ward and fired on the advancing Iowans as they pursued through the town.
Washington reports Aguinaldo's envoys formally acknowledge U S sovereignty over the Philippine islands. The American Philippine commission, led by President Schurman, believes Aguinaldo is near surrender and asks for assurances on loyal officers and self government. Concessions may grant a U S modeled government for Filipinos.
The first serious street railway strike demonstration in Duluth occurred at night. Dynamite was used to derail four cars, three at West Duluth and one on Garfield Avenue. One man was seriously hurt and four others were slightly injured as glass shattered and a car was smashed beyond repair.
General Ramon Gara, once Venezuela’s minister of war and marine, who led a February mutiny, has escaped into Colombia after a decisive government victory. Lord Salisbury voices satisfaction with the Anglo Russian agreement and hopes for its publication.
Advices from the Northwest confirm nearly half the Yukon fleet is fast in the ice and likely to be destroyed when the spring freshes come. Vessels named include the Sherman Dawson City May D Trenton Cluteo Seattle No 1 City of Chicago and others near Rampart City Circle City and Nulato with little chance of escape.
In Cincinnati on May 8 Thomas Lawson a laborer unearthed 11 bonds totaling 11 000 each with attached coupons from a cellar of a Sixth street department store once owned by Britting Bros piano makers. A note says the bonds belong to Julius and Martin Britting and their discovery ends a family conflict over concealed assets. The estate had previously settled after a court judgment against Martin. The finder claims the bonds as treasure trove.
A Washington dispatch reports the navy plans constant protection for American interests in Central America. Rear Admiral Hichborn is to fit out the yacht Viking for duty in shallow eastern waters near Honduras and Nicaragua, ensuring the American flag flies at ports there. Acting Secretary Allen notes Americans in Honduras and Nicaragua prompted the move. Detroit’s status remains unsettled as Dayton and Merry continue their investigation into double duties on imports.
Mrs. Catherine Schultz was shot five times by her daughter Mrs. Augustus Styles near Wallatt's hall Burlington street and North avenue. Styles claimed motive rested on Schultz revealing a family secret to her 16 year old granddaughter. Styles arrested.
New Towns in Colorado at Durango move forward rapidly with 80 land office filings by noon. The paper notes no reliable estimate for how many settlers will actually arrive.
In Washington on May 8 the district jail executed William Strather and Charles Winston. The men, both African American, walked to the scaffold at noon and sang during the transfer and after the drop. Strather murdered Rose Talbot, while Winston killed his wife Emma in their bed.
Washington May 9 Acting Secretary of War Meiklejohn released the military court report on General Miles charges that army beef during the Spanish American War was unfit. Findings clear Miles did not prove chemical treatment while censuring him for delaying notification. commissary-general Kagan is rebuked for overbuying canned beef. packers cleared. no further action planned.
Miners in Shoshone county Idaho may operate only if not employing members of the Coeur d Alene Miners Union. General Merriam and Idaho Attorney General Hayes announce martial law rules to curb unions seen as criminal and violent, and mineowners pledge compliance to “clean up” the Coeur d Alenes.
General Kennedy reports on Porto Rico resources saying hospitable, poverty exists among the poor with illiteracy high outside major towns. He notes vast untapped agricultural land and strong stock-raising prospects, urging realistic expectations and noting lands hold good prices due to U.S. migration. He emphasizes opportunities for energetic young men to settle, while cautioning against quick riches seekers.
French premier M. Pichon demands concessions worth 1200 fuels in Sichuan province linked to the imprisonment of a French missionary. China says conditions are not due to government inaction and cites ongoing talks. Russian plans to act over British-owned property in the Jiardine concession add to tensions threatening the Peking-Hankow railroad project.
Manila reports describe U S forces aiming to clear Bacolor sixteen miles from Manila as rebel General Mascardo with 600 armed troops holds the town. Outposts near San Fernando and Laguna de Bay feature frequent skirmishes while American leaders MacArthur and Lawton reconnoiter. Rebel envoys admit defeat but refuse surrender.
New York May 9 Admiral Dewey signaled he would accept a 100 a plate banquet upon his return. The event is among several functions planned to honor him as the cruiser Buys (Buross) arrives home from Manila in record time. Officials say Dewey is in bold health and spirits and plans to come home as soon as peace is secured.
Pottsville Pennsylvania May 9 the powder mill plant of the Pottsville Wall Company exploded destroying 18 tons of powder. No workmen were present. A gang of tramps is believed to have set fire to a magazine with 14 tons of blasting powder. Five minutes later the drying house with four tons blew up. Debris scattered across about half a mile. Loss estimated around 10000.
The United States cruiser Buffalo arrived in New York harbor this morning after a homeward run from Manila. She carried officers and men from the Dewey battle, many of whom are serving out their terms. The Newark cruiser is reported to head toward the Philippines after departing Rio de Janeiro in haste.
The Peking correspondent of the Times reports that negotiations for a loan of £400,000 for the Tien-Tsin Chin Kiang railway under Anglo German control have successfully terminated.
Fragmented text shows rebels, volunteers, and jammers moving north while authorities attempt to stabilize Manila. Mentions of generals, governors, and officials in a chaotic account with scattered place names and figures, including references to San Ten and Boise.
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