Alumni Society probes land sale at Alabama University
In Montgomery Alabama a joint Alumni association session debated the 4400 acre sale of university lands to Blose Sheffield at 19.50 per acre. A five member committee was appointed to investigate and report at the December 19 Tuscaloosa convention as trustees face scrutiny over sale regularity.
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Admiral Dewey Not Without Defenders Visit Acceptance
A Wheeling West Virginia delegation invited Admiral Dewey to visit on February 22 and he accepted. Lieutenant Crawford released a statement noting numerous letters and telegrams from across the country expressing support after recent criticism, with the admiral grateful for the kindness.
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Chicago Urges Dewey Visit May First 1900
Chicago citizens press for Admiral Dewey to visit on May 1, 1900, saying they do not share recent criticism and sending telegrams from Mayor Carter Harrison and officials. The Chicago Dewey committee asks for instant acceptance and notes Manila battle anniversary as fitting. General Ori reports show rapid troop advances and insurgent defeat near termination.
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The Doctor's Mistake and the Favorite Prescription
An article warns against incorrect doctor visits and promotes Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription for women. It claims the remedy is harmless, alcohol free, non narcotic, and offers lasting relief. It urges readers to seek personalized advice from Dr. R. V. Pierce in Buffalo New York.
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President McKinley Pushes Civil Philippines and Cuba Plans
President McKinley's third annual message to Congress emphasizes new dependencies and the financial question. It calls for sovereignty in the Philippines, civil government in Cuba under military control transitioning to an independent system, and hints at elections and territorial reforms for Puerto Rico. The message also notes Hague Conference expectations, Venezuela dispute resolutions, and China trade assurances, with the Senate to receive a treaty soon.
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Belmont Battle Report Details Heavy British Losses
London Nov 24 A major clash between British and Boer forces at Belmont left Lord Methuen's troops victorious but decimated by casualties among officers and men. Methuen's dispatch notes three ridge advances, naval and artillery support, 40 prisoners, many Boers killed or wounded, and captured livestock and ammunition. Brigadier General Featherstonhaugh wounded. Other notes include Crabbe wounded and additional withdrawals. Washington reports Leonard Wood's two hour war council and Roots orders for troop removal from Cuba. Croker sails for Europe on the Kaiserin Wilhelm der Grosse with supporters bidding him farewell.
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