Dewey Receives Sword of Honor in Washington Welcome
Admiral Dewey's homecoming culminates with President McKinley presenting the congressional sword for Manila victory. The crowd's enthusiasm surpasses even New York events as Dewey, famed for his modesty, endures an emotional ceremony and a humorous exchange with the president.
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Macon Presents Winship a Sword in City Hall Crowded
In Macon Georgia on October 3 a large crowd gathered at the city hall to present Lieutenant Emory Winship with a ceremonial sword. Mayor Price and the council presided as Major Ross described the honor in recognition of Winship’s bravery at Malabon.
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Sword Gift Honors Lieutenant Winship at Macon Ceremony
A richly jeweled sword with etchings and the Bennington scene was presented to Lt. Emory Winship by the City of Macon for his country’s honor. He departs tonight for Brooklyn to join the battleship Iowa after orders to report for duty.
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Utah Stirred Up by Crime Ex Lieutenant Governor Fires In Salt Lake
Ex Idaho lieutenant governor Wills, a former volunteer engineer, shot and killed Chief Engineer Melviney of the Oregon Short Line in Melviney’s Salt Lake City office this morning. The event sent shock through Utah as investigators work on motive and details.
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Half Million Lost In Blaze Near Oil City Pa
Fire at Wheeler and Duzenberg Company yards in Endeavor Forest country near Oil City destroys over 6,000,000 feet of lumber and three houses. Total loss about 300000 dollars with 25000 dollars in insurance.
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Carter Goes to Court Today over Habeas Corpus
A writ of habeas corpus was served on Captain B. K. Roberts at Governors Island by Kellogg Rose Smith representatives. The petition seeks the production of Captain O. M. Carter before Judge Lacombe of the United States circuit at 11 a.m. tomorrow.
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Mexicans Aim for National Convention to Nominate Diaz
In Mexico City in October a few hundred prominent citizens from diverse sectors formed a movement to convene a national convention next year. They seek to nominate a presidential candidate and Supreme Court members and plan clubs in major towns. The group favors renominating General Diaz, seen as essential to Mexico’s rapid progress.
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Mariscal Leaves Mexico for United States Arrival in Texas
Vice President of Mexico and foreign minister Don Ignacio Mariscal arrived at Ciudad Perfortio Diaz across the river from Eagle Pass at noon. A heavy rain did not dampen a large popular reception and an informal custom house banquet preceded by an invitation from Chicago reception chairman George D. Cook. He will cross the boundary tomorrow morning and be formally welcomed by General Chambers McKibbin.
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Dispensary Board in South Carolina Faces Shock Probe
Columbia reports a sensational turn as the South Carolina dispensary board of control dismisses Commissioner J B Douthit amid a probe into mismanagement. The committee cites a $1165 shortfall in the contraband department and alleged fraud labeling whisky and case goods for illicit profit.
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Light winds delay initial Cup race near Sandy Hook
New York October 3 The first match in the 1899 International series between the Shamrock and Columbia drifted to no finish as light fickle winds left both boats four miles from home at dusk. The race was declared off with no winner and rescheduled for Thursday amid spectator concerns and a government patrol to protect the course.
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Palmetto Soldier Says 100000 Needed to Conquer Filipinos
A Columbian in the Sixteenth Infantry in Washington writes of Luzon fighting, noting heavy enemy losses near Bacolor, Filipinos treated well by Americans, and the belief that 100,000 more troops are needed to end the war. He recalls trenches, Manila campaigns, and expectations of General Miles joining the effort.
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Farmers at Faneuil Hall Open National Congress
The farmers national congress opened in Boston at Faneuil Hall with delegates from all regions. President W. D. Heard of Fort Atkinson welcomed the group, Boston Mayor Josiah Quincy spoke for the city, and General Francis Appleton from Governor Wolcott's staff addressed the gathering. President Hoard delivered the annual address reviewing the past year's work.
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Lawton Drives Filipinos Back in Luzon Action
General Lawton organized a broad field operation from Bacoor to Imus in Luzon, taking personal command with Bacoor Zapota troops and multiple regiments. American forces repelled 1500 rebels at Imus and 600 advancing toward Bacoor, with captures including twelve rifles six thousand cartridges and hospital supplies. One American officer was wounded and two others killed, as telegraph lines were cut and repair efforts faced gunfire.
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Democrats Rally at Texas State Fair for Bryan Support
The Dallas Morning News reports a packed Texas state fair gathering on October 3 with heavy crowds to hear William Jennings Bryan. Belmont declares Eastern Democrats united for Bryan, urging labor rights and opposition to trusts while praising the 1896 Chicago platform.
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