Roosevelt Era Debate on Philippines War Conduct
A late 19th century opinion piece argues for full congressional inquiry into U S army conduct in the Philippines. It criticizes military secrecy, defends General Miles, and questions if military courts or a presidential commission will satisfy public demand for facts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Reot
General Miles
Miles
Mies
Congress
Francis V. Greene
Philippines
Chaffee
United States
War Department
Richter
Syracuse
Chaffes
Root
Dr Shoop Elixir Claims Gift Cure for Malady
A dated, garbled ad text touts a miracle remedy labeled Dr Shoop’s remedy for rheumatism. It promises cures after a month’s use and offers a refund if unsatisfied, urging readers to order via Mail and emphasizing doctor endorsement and a Racine address.
Mindanao Moros clash with American troops near Dana
In Mindanao two engagements occurred as American forces under Major Scott and Lt. Col. Baldwin fought Moros. Seven Moros were killed, and American troops repelled the attackers at 1,160 to 200 yards. Delegations sought submission. Washington weighed delaying expedition while pledging readiness.
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Anila
Mindanao
Moore
Fred
Frank D. Baldwin
Sultan Pueloe
Datfo Gandsi
Davis
Zamboanga
Washington
Baldwin
Ffee
War Department
Chaffee
Corbin
General Chaffee
Manila
Malabang
Take
Cann & Valles
Crogeing
Maliling
Lake Danao
Twenty-seventh Infantry
Scott
Dana
Pinellas
Genasi
United States
Pualao
Pulas
Febiger
Baershine
Tragan
Moroe
Calls for Congress probe into Philippine warfare abuses
A Washington opinion urges a thorough congressional investigation into water cure torture and killings in the Philippines. It argues the army cannot whitewash cases like Waller and Day and stresses accountability for individual officers, not the entire force, to preserve the army’s good name.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate Committee
Philippines
United States
MacArthur
Miles
Waller
Lieutenant Day
Wailer
Samar
Washington
Tiy
Jakle Smith
Smith
Root
Chaffee
J. Franklin Bell
Batangasami
Laguna
Bell
Congress
Rsponse
President finds no neutrality violation in horse shipment to South Africa
Washington April 22 The Crowder report on shipments of horses and mules to South Africa from Chalmette was presented to the cabinet. The president concluded there is not sufficient evidence of a present neutrality violation and hence no warrant for intervention. Crowder added to his report and then reviewed the matter with the president and attorney general.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crowder
Washington
Colonel Crowder
South Africa
Chalmettes
Wagon Accident Kills Young Man in Waycross
In Waycross Georgia on April 22 special report says James Buckins a young white man was thrown from his wagon on Plant Avenue. He struck his head on a Ravenent and his skull was crushed. He died a few hours later.
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Waycross
James Buckins
Plant Avenue
Atlanta term sought for Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals
Senator Bacon introduced a bill to require at least one annual term of the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in Atlanta on the first Monday of September. The bill would move cases from New Orleans to Atlanta for Georgia and southern Florida, reducing travel for eastern litigants and easing hardship in the circuit. The proposal, supported by Senator Mallory, aims to divide time between Atlanta and New Orleans and is to be considered by the House Judiciary Committee with Mr. Fleming in charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bacon
Washington
Circuit Court of Appeals of
Fifth Circuit
Atlanta
Georgia
Florida
Alabama
Mississippi
Louisiana
Texas
Circuit Court of Appeals
New Orleans
Caaciee
Mobile
Mallory
Senate Committee On Judiciary
Fleming
Judiciary
House
Rakers and Ruses Stir Senate on Philippine Bill Fight
Senators clash over the Philippine bill as Rawlins of Utah denounces the measure as a tool of oligarchy and exploitation. He erupts at threats to free speech while Chaffee and Mindanao war fears spark a volatile Senate scene. Money of Mississippi pushes for adjournment amid quorum drama and pressure on the fate of 10 million island inhabitants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Amrito
Fullippine Islands
Senate
Rawlins
Utah
Philippine Committee
Philippine Commission
Bil
Scott
West Virginia
Mr. Rawling
Philippines
Massachusetts
United States
Congress
Otis
Chaffee
Malvar
Mindanao
Spooner
Islanda
Attenton
Sharp
Money
Mississippi
Unclear ad text about Stuart's Gin and Buchu cure
Fragmentary vintage advertisement promises curative effects for indigestion and stomach issues. Mentions Stuart's Gin and Buchu bottle, sales via druggists, prepaid orders, and a free bottle offer to readers who request information from Stuart Drug Co. Includes garbled phrases and illegible names.
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Stuart
Semris Dottin
Fred
Sanyone
Stuart Drug Co PF
Craver Fao
Atlante
Asius
The Road to Prosperits The Road to Prosperits
The garments boast an individuality that matters to the thoughtful man. No misrepresentations are allowed in this house.
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Fog
Hawley Seeks Broad Army Reorganization Bill
Washington April 22 A Senate Military Affairs Committee clash deepens as Senator Hawley introduces a bill to boost army efficiency. It would remove the general staff and place Miles in general command with authority over training, mobilization, and operations. The measure also expands inspection duties and promotion recommendations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
War Department
Senate Committee On Military Affairs
Hawley
Hoot
Miles
Root
United States
Secretary of War
Selfridge Claims Rejected in Omnibus Bill Conference
Washington April 22 The House voted 72 to 5 to reject attached claims totaling 1.8 million dollars in the omnibus claims bill and sent the measure to conference. The Selfridge teard claims led the list struck out while Underwood Cannon urged the action. Military academy funding was trimmed from 3.5 million to 2 million. River and harbor bill Senate amendments were sent to conference with Burton Reeves and Lester named as conferees.
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House
Washington
Senate
Underwood
Alabama
Congress
Cannon
Illinore
Military Academy
West Point
London
Messra
Burton
Ohio
Reeves
Ilinois
Lester
Georgia
AGE ELIMEN IS CHINESE BILL NEGOTIATED
Conferees from the House and Senate have nearly reached agreement on the Chinese exclusion bill. The Senate version retains the exclusion features, while House negotiators press to reenact sections five to fourteen of the 1888 exclusion act and seek indefinite exclusion beyond next May. The dispute centers on treaty language and time limits.
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House
Senate
Washington
Maek
Athens Hosts Southern Educational Conference Gatherin
Athens Georgia readies for the Southern Educational Conference with 500 plus visitors and at least 800 expected total attendees from Maryland to Texas. Notables and editors from major papers will attend while a Bureau of Information operates in the Central railroad office. Sessions occur at the University of Georgia chapel with Saturday events at the State Normal school and Lucy Cobb Institute.
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Athens
Maryland
Texas
St Clair McKelway
Brooklyn Eagle
H. C. Adler
Chattanooga Times
Clark Howell
Atlanta Constitution
J. 8. Cohen
Atlanta Journal
Major Page M. Baker
New Orleans Times- Democrat
O. P. Conant
New York
Edward Carey
New York Times
Hamilton Wright Mable
The
Outlook
George F. Milton
Knoxville Sentinel
Julian Ralph
Matt and Expresa
Albert Shaw
Review
W. C. ‘Fatom
Nashville American
AC. Thomas
New York Tribune
Oswald Villard
New York Evening Post
WZ. McGehee
Columbia
B. W. Peabody
Jacksonville Times-Union
M. B. Thrasher
Charleston
J. F. Averill
Atlanta
Bogart
Federation of Women's Clubs of Florida
George EB. Benedict
Cedartown
A. Carnon
Columbus
Neus Christensen
Beaufort
D. C
HW Edmunds
Sumter
8. C
J. @. Fant
Meridian
Miss
Henry Wilder Foote
Boston
Willam Frantz
New Orleans
George
Gilmore
Sandersville
F. B. Gordoin
G. R. Glenn
F. H. Gaines
Agnes Scott Institute
P. J. Harned
Clarksville
Bureau of Information
Aas
Central Railroad
Broadstreet
College Avenue
G. Hi. Palmer
University of Georgia
State Normal School
Henev Stovall
Lucy Cobb Institute
Opera House
Joseph R. Lamar
Augusta
Seney-Stovall Chapel
M. A. Lapstomb
Ogden Party
Million for Education Sent South by Rockefeller
Hampton Institute welcomes John D. Rockefeller's $1,000,000 gift for southern education as Robert C. Ogden leads a 65‑person party to Athens after an educational conference at the Hampton normal school. Governor Montague and the Virginia Educational Association plan to attend tomorrow's anniversary exercises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iit
John D. Rockefeller
Hampton Institute
Robert C. Ogden
Athens
Mr. Ogden
Hampton Normal School
Montague
Virginia Educational Association
Ogden
Kindergarten Association of Norfolk
William 2. Brooks
Harry St. George Tucker
Robert Traser
Paine's Celery Compound Promoted as Life-Giving Remedy
An advertisement extols Paine's Celery Compound as the trusted treatment for nervous exhaustion and chronic illness. It denounces unreliable pills and tonics, urges use of the Paine's Celery Compound, and cautions buyers to ensure the name appears on bottle and wrapper to avoid imitations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Phelps
Paine
Milledgeville Invite for Wu and Rome Postoffice Fight
Professor Reynolds visits Washington to urge Minister Wu to accept a Milledgeville commencement invitation. Judge Bartlett may invite Wu. Wu will study engagements. In Rome, Helm likely to be nominated for postmaster but faces senate fight and opposition from Bacon and Clay over suitability. Clay and Bacon push to reflect Rome citizens’ wishes. Senate considers Miller Heirs payment of 6602 dollars for 1867 68 term. House sends omnibus claims bill to conference. Selfridge board claims contested. Tomorrow’s debate questions Industrial specialist versus classroom teacher.
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Jos. Chin Washington
B Reynolds
Mindie Georgia
Mirledgeville
Bartlett
Milledgeville
Georgia
Helm
Rome
Senate
Bacon
Clay
Postoffice Committee
Miller
H. W. M. Miller
Congress
Washington
House
Selfridge Board
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