Admiral Dewey Visit Stirs Savannah Crowd and Flags
Anticipation builds in Savannah as Admiral Dewey stays draws crowds. Gordon Institute cadets and a Georgia regiment act as honor guard during a Friday school review. Discussion ensues about borrowing a flag for the invasion, but the custodian’s absence makes it unlikely. News of Dewey’s business in Savannah arrives with regret. officials hope he remains for the planned engagement.
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Barnesville
Bec and
Georgia Regiment
United States of America
Bull
Amerikan Nay Viata
Savannah
Augusta Units Join Savannah for Dewes Parade
On March 20 the Clinch Rifles led by Captain Welsiger with 35 men and the German Guards under Captain Renkt with about 30 men departed Augusta to march in Savannah for the Dewes parade. The Clinch Rifles wore full uniforms and caps while the Guards wore robe uniforms blue shirts jeans trousers and army hats. Both companies served in the Second Georgia Regiment during the Spanish American War.
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Renkt
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Georgia
Ramsey terrorized Norfolk arreste by officer after shootout
Norfolk March 0 The man alleged to have terrorized the town with break ins assaults and robberies was shot by Voiceman Salyer Hess Brooks Ramsey a deck hand on the steamer Louise entered Mrs Virginia Pruitt's home on Charlotte Street brutally assaulting her with an iron Shortly after he was shot and captured after a struggle with Officer Caffe and Salyer Ramsey denied pursuit but was wounded in the hip His pistol and items tied to other victims were found in his possession and returned to owners The police continue to search for Ramsey and his guilt in the crimes remains under investigation
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Virginia Pruitt
Charlotte Street
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Rms
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Porto Ricans Fear Trouble Appeals for Settlement
In San Juan de Porto Rico on March 20 General Davis receives frequent telegrams from towns urging him to press Congress for a quick resolution of the disputed issue. Demonstrations were reported at multiple points yesterday, following the large San Juan chamber of commerce rally that presented a petition to the governor general seeking redress of grievances.
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San Juan de Porto Rico
Nnited States Congress
San Juan
Expansion Policy Indorsed by Arkansas Republicans
Republicans in Little Rock elect national convention delegates and pledge support for McKinley’s renomination. The platform backs expansion and annexation of the Philippines, opposes trusts, supports a Nicaragua canal under U S control, and endorses protective tariff policies. The party denounces Goebel and Nesbet acts and praises Governor Taylor for fair ballot leadership. a July convention will nominate a state ticket.
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Sulzer Alarms Over British Fortifications Debate in House
Washington March 20 The House began consideration of the Loud bill to limit second class mail at one cent per pound. Sulzer of New York denounced the administration over British fortifications on the Canadian border while arguing for information from the War Department. The committee found no British threat to U.S. rights and recommended tabling the resolution. Debate included Docked time for Sulzer and Richardson, with Loud defending the measure against postal abuses. The bill aimed to curb reprint style publications and save millions. conferees were named as the bill moved to conference.
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Conferees Reach Taaff Porto Rico Appropriation Accord
Conferees from House and Senate agree on a Porto Rico appropriation bill. The compromise restores house language on future customs revenue and directs $209.45 in current and future revenues to the Puerto Rico government. Funds will support government, public works, education, and relief amid existing law constraints.
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Virginia's Right Granted National Park Report Filed in House
Representative Hay of Virginia filed the report on a bill to establish a 6000 acre national battlefield memorial park at Fredericksburg Chancellorsville the Wilderness and Spotsylvania Courthouse. The field saw more troops than any world battle with 500000 engaged and 129838 killed or wounded. The Fredericksburg site honors Martha Washington and DAR monuments while noting early ties to John Smith and founding figures.
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House Committee On Military Affairs
National Battlefield Memorial
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Chancellorsville
Wilderness
Spottsslvania
John Smith
Monroe
Jefferson
Madison
Lees
Zachery Taylor
Thrown Twenty Five Feet In Lumber Car Crash
Levi Field, president of the Sandgrass Field Lumber Company, was knocked from a high incline trestle by a runaway lumber car in Chattanooga. He flew twenty five feet and suffered two broken ribs a serious head contusion and internal injuries deemed very serious by physicians. Strong Institution. Insurance ad follows.
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Chattanooga Tenn
Levi Field
Snndgrass & Field Lumber Company
Property Must Remain Intact in War Warning Planks
London reports a government plan to make army reorganization a major plank of the next election campaign amid war conditions. A colonial proclamation on destruction of property signals compensation threats and potential levy on private property to support Crown administration in the Transvaal. Leaders concede republic independence demands hinder settlement while securing population protection and franchise security. General Carrington to command 5,000 colonial troops as Natal movements hint at continued push.
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South Africa
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Kitchener Takes Prieska Unopposed in South Africa War
London reports Lord Roberts dispatch from Bloemfontein dated March 21 stating Kitchener occupied Prieska yesterday with no opposition and rebels surrendering arms. Transvaal leaders respond via dispatch riders to Proclamation promising traitors harsh punishment. Bloemfontein residents aid with hospital accommodations. Thirty three prisoners were taken.
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Lord Roberts
Bloemfontein
Kitchener
Prieskaesterday
Steyn
Brain food guidance and Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets claim
An article argues meat intake should be limited for most workers and vegetables and grains should dominate the diet. It promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a safe daily aid to digestion, noting they supply pepsin and gastric secretions without habit formation and have no narcotic ingredients.
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Stuart
Prieska Armament and Boer Surrender on Basutoland Front
Reported 200 stands of arms and supplies at Prieska with explosives. The Boers supposedly begin surrender on the Basutoland frontier. Germany acted alone in response to Kruger Steyn appeal, with no negotiations with Russia. Berlin denies any Franco Russian peace talks and cites Vienna sugar talks with Austria.
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Johannesburg
Nightly Banquet Sparks Irish Debate in London
John Redmond presided at a nationalist banquet in London and condemned nine years of Irish life as a nightmare. He urged union with Britain to address grievous Irish problems, while Edward Flake defended Ireland a Nation amid rousing disruption and police intervention.
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Kruger Charges Roberts Troops Violated Rules Claims
London dispatch reports Kruger accusing Roberts forces of wrongdoing in battle near Bloemfontein and Splenkop. Roberts denies the charges after inquiry. claims white flags were shown but artillery fired. New Zealand vows imperial defense as contingent sails for South Africa.
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Roberts and Buller Resting Amid War Delays
London dispatch reports Generals Roberts and Buller inactive awaiting developments in the theater of war. Johannesburg fate draws considerable interest as officials discuss the situation following talks referenced in the press. Continued on eighth page.
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Betwréen
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promoted as Spring Blood Purifier
An advertiser touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a spring health booster that cleanses the blood, eradicates skin ailments, purifies the system, and renovates organs including the kidneys and liver. A testimonial claims improved nerves, better sleep, and renewed happiness after use, calling it the ideal spring medicine.
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War Secretary Root Reports Cuba Observations and Independence Timing
Secretary Root described his Cuba trip to McKinley noting peaceful conditions and growing self government efforts. He advised municipal elections as first steps, cautioned independence is far off, and emphasized careful constitutional planning before formal recognition.
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Bailey Confession in Corroborated Murder Inquiry
A historical report states that Bailey confessed to a fatal assault on a young woman identified as Manetta Gao March Bailey, with corroboration from multiple testimonies. The narrative notes involvement of Bishop and Bailey’s father alongside Deputy Sheriff in securing and detailing the confession and death of the victim.
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Martin Leaves Court Seat As Judge Butt Runs Again
Judge Butt remains incumbent as Martin withdraws from the race in the Chattahoochee circuit. The long time contender cites ambition and fairness, praising supporters while noting the need to avoid injustice by staying off the payroll during a planned transition.
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