Lake City lynching case opens with Bryan speech
In Marleton on April 19 the Lake City lynching trial opened. Government counsel Hon. J. P. K. Bryan delivered a lengthy, eloquent address denouncing the conspirators and asserting the desecration of Washington's birth day as the country’s Sabbath was violated. Defense will follow with Legare slated to speak. five speeches planned.
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Lake City
J. P. K. Bryan
Washington
Bryan
Legare
Burglar shot pal during failed hold up in New York
In a tenement hallway burglars attempted a robbery when a policeman interrupted the scene. One thief shot Charley Thom, 24, in the neck. Thom aided by his partner fled as the other burglar escaped. Thom claimed he fought a night watchman or iceman, not recognizing the officer. Thom’s father called him a “bad egg.” Meanwhile, U.S. postmasters were appointed in several states and a South Carolina regiment was mustered out at Camp MacKenzie.
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Charley Thom
Forster
Berger
Charley
Thom
South Carolina
Avausta
Wylie Jones
Camp MacKenzie
Nebraska
W. J. Bryan
Savanveb
Prescription Promises Safer Birth for Mothers and Babies
An advertisement extols a featured "Prescription" claimed to ease labor and protect infant health. It cites a mother of five who endured near-death deliveries, praising the remedy as reducing danger and pain and promising a strong start for the newborn. The copy references Dr. Pierce and a cost reduction to free.
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Thortens
Tatar Esay
Dr. Pierce
de Picross
Fifteen Americans Captured by Rebels in Luzon Ambush
Navy dispatch details the Yorktown rescue mission at Balier Luzon where 80 Spanish soldiers and several officers were surrounded by 400 insurgents. Lieutenant J O C Gilmore and 14 sailors were ambushed and captured with fate unknown. The article lists eight other Yorktown crewmen as missing and notes hopes for humane treatment and eventual release.
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Luzon
Waiameroy
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Baler
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H. S. Hygard
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W. H. Rynders
C. W. Woodbury
D. W
Otis
Hold Position Until May 5 as Troop Returns Begin
Forces await opportunity to attack detachments. Hetter class of pao pe tired of war desire peace. Enemy hopes for volunteers to return to the United States. Army demoralized by desertions and deaths. may pursue guerrilla warfare, looting, and burning occupied areas. Health and spirits of troops good. Volunteers return will commence about May 5 and continue through June and July as transport becomes available. Reports from Visayan islands remain encouraging with heavy interisland commerce and rising customs receipts.
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Paope
United States
Jone
Uly
Visayan Islands
Interisland
Amasing
Strange Disappearance of Lieutenant Gilmore and 14 Men
Admiral Dewey was notified of the vanishings from the Yorktown near Baler, Luzon. Ensign Standley and a boat crew went ashore to meet Spaniards, heard distant volleys but saw no trace of the boat or crew. Yorktown sailed to Iloilo. a rebel line was found near Malolos with a brief skirmish but no losses. Brigadier General Charles King is ill and ordered home. relief and transport sailings arranged.
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Manila
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J. C. Gilmore
United States
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Luzon
W. H. Standley
Baler Bay
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Standley
Filipinos Claim Capture of Large Lawton Force Near Manila
The Filipino European junta says General Lawton’s division was drawn into a trap near Binangonan, with 140 officers and men captured. Lawton reportedly retired to Manila after recall by Major General Otis as a Manila rising neared. Filippino reports also claim Zamboanga seizure and control of 7,000 Mauser rifles and Spanish gunboats, navigated up the Rio Grande.
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Lama Do Bay
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Zamboanga
Mindanao
Rio Grands
Orphan Home Fire in Berne Kills Three Inmates
A blaze at the Berne orphans home in Adams County destroyed part of the German Mennonite run facility. Of 47 inmates, three girls ages 14, 15, and 2 perished, others were rescued after helpers carried them to safety. The fire reportedly started on the third floor and caused about 5000 dollars in damages.
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Adams County
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Grove
Tie
Central States
Silver to Be Paramount in 1900 Says Teller and Shafroth
United States Senator Teller and Representative Shafroth advocate maintaining a silver political organization across Colorado and the nation. They call the silver issue the dominant topic for 1900, criticize the Republican Party, and hint at Bryan and Towne as possible nominees.
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Shafroth
Dexven
United States
Colorado
Union
Republican Party
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Towne
Regulars Fight Wheeler Assignment to Duty in Philippines
General Wheeler remains awaiting the president’s decision on his active duty assignment in the Philippines. Officials say delays stem from protests by regular army officers who fear volunteers may take credit for a successful campaign. The president reportedly wishes to grant the request but faces intense opposition from regulars. A separate Curacao report notes Emil Eystras killed his year old son and fled on a horse. authorities pursue him as the motive remains unclear.
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Santiago
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South Holland
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