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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1901
Page
1
Journal notes indicate reinforced Bolos units clashed with Jen American factions resulting in casualties and ongoing security operations as authorities pursue further engagements across contested zones. High tensions persist amid sporadic firefights and shifting frontline positions.
Manila report details a 500 bolo force assaulting 46th Ninth Regiment troops at Bangajon on the Gandaver. Ten killed and six wounded. the remainder repelled the enemy, with over 100 killed. Garbalogan gunboats dispatched, General Smith to the scene amid a broader Safe Manila.
A large steamer named Manchester Shipper of the Manchester line is aground on Petriés Ledges near Low Point, Cape Breton, two miles from shore. Two tugs failed to budge her. ballast will be removed for another tow attempt. She left Havre October 6 for Montreal with 13 steerage and nine saloon passengers. 43 crewmen aboard. all but one passenger remain on board.
Colonel James O Bierne of New York, a special Boer government representative, called on the president at the White House on October 18. He did not discuss the Boer situation then but planned to meet with the secretary of State to explore informal steps toward settling the war in South Africa.
Lowell Mass October reports say Albert G. Sraith teller and Lewis K. Swift book keeper of Merchants National Bank failed to report for duty. Neither appeared at home last night. At 10 o clock directors issued a statement declaring the bank sound and that the investigation is not known.
A state warrant led to the arrest of a quiet clerk on a charge related to the disappearance of Theophile Noonag. The girl reportedly admitted straying to a residence with Quick and Sand Way, with details varying in the incomplete police account.
Washington reports Lord Pauncefote will sail on the 28th as British cabinet reviews protocols for the Fay Pauncefote canal treaty. Negotiations with Secretary Hay are to occur in Washington to draft and sign the document, with fortifications clause dropped and no current plan to fortify the canal.
A massive rock collapse in a Broadway tunnel construction site near 164th Street killed five workers and injured two. Rescue efforts freed two survivors, while the mangled bodies of four men and the foreman Maddin were recovered only after blasting. Officials said the accident did not endanger the tunnel's safety.
In Chicago on October Judge Kohlsaat granted a permanent injunction restraining Reliable lodge No 53 of the International Association of activists and others from picketing the Allis Chalmers Company works or intimidating its workers. He likened striker assaults to civil warfare and midnight murder but affirmed workers' right to quit so long as not violating conspiracy to injure property ruling. The order replaces a temporary restraining order from weeks prior as defendants claim they are peaceful and that the company is a trust in conspiracy with the I A A activists.
Muskegon Mich October 18 The Bar ty line steamer State of Michigan sank about 4 miles northwest of White Lake harbor at 3 this morning The crew escaped in boats with help from the White Lake life saving crew The vessel left port last night for Manistee A piston rod broke and punched a hole in the bottom sending water into the engine room forcing abandonment
Northwestern management announces changes in general agencies with several transfers. D. N. Aldrige moves from Cleveland to Denver and A. F. Cleveland from Cincinnati to Cleveland. N. M. Breeze shifts from Atlanta to Cincinnati, the Board relocates from Chicago to Atlanta, and L. F. Berry remains general agent at Des Moines while D. Hoops becomes assistant general agent at Chicago.
Delegates from the United States and Central and South America arrived in Mexico City for the international conference of American states. A small crowd met at Central Station due to repeated incorrect announcements of a special train arrival. Only two Mexican delegates appeared, Casasus and De Labarre, as U.S. delegates were taken by carriage to hotels.
National Treasury paid more than 30 thousand dollars to North Carolina for state claims arising from mobilization during the Spanish American War. Raleigh reports the total filed claims at 31,231 dollars with 826 dollars disallowed as of October 18.
John J. Crowe, a Council Bluffs saloon keeper, says his brother Pat Crowe will not surrender until bonds are set at 500 dollars. He claims Pat could be in Omaha within a week if pledged. Crowe notes Pat has traveled widely and may be near Omaha after recent travels to Canada.
The North Carolina Supreme Court set December to hear Jackson against the Public Utilities Commission over assessing railway franchises this year. Jackson, a sheriff, is a placeholder backed by Senator Ward of Washington county. Also: John W. Springer calls National Live Stock Association fifth annual convention in Chicago’s Studebaker Theater starting December 3 for four days with delegates from all states territories and related groups.
Dr G G Roy a leading Atlanta physician died at 3 20 this morning at his home 20 East Ellts street after years of lung trouble his death followed a recent critical relapse Surrounded by family and attending doctors he leaves a wife and son Dr Charles Dunbar Roy Roy was Virginia born and once served on Atlanta's board of Health and city council
Adjutant General orders mustering out of the service company Chattanooga of the Sixth Tennessee National Guard on recommendation of Colonel Mitchell Major Brown and Captain Fulwer due to disorganized condition and lack of attendance at drill in Nashville Tenn October 18 Special report
Vienna notes Bulgarian interior minister M. Saratoff protested against blaming Bulgaria for Miss Stone’s kidnapping in Ottoman territory. He vowed to pursue brigands mercilessly if they cross Bulgaria’s frontier and refused to pay ransom to deter future crimes. The matter sparks accusations Bulgaria shelters Macedonian bands and complicates diplomacy.
The London Globe reports that Consul General Dickinson's refusal to pay ransom and demand to arrest Macedonian committee leaders jeopardizes Miss Eilen M. Stone's safety. It flags a grave international complication beyond the individual missionary.
Vienna reports that Count Goluchowsky, imperial foreign minister, is accused by Arbeiter Zat tone of causing the chamber of deputies president to omit mention of President McKinney's death upon parliament reassembly. The paper notes the distinction that McKinney was an elected president, not a sovereign, fueling much commentary.
London reports crowded police court as Theodore Jackson and Laura Jackson face charges of immorality and fraud. The woman defendant’s theatrical cross examination drew protests from the audience while witnesses testified to alleged sexual offenses. The case pauses until November 7 with authorities guarding the defendants in Holloway jail until then.
Salt Lake City October 18 Perry Heath becomes publisher and general manager of The Salt Lake Tribune succeeding former owners. Heath, formerly first assistant postmaster general and current secretary of the Republican National Committee, has acquired the property.
October 18 Boyertown bank doors closed after cashier Milton A Mary vanished for a week. Officials found 165000 in securities tied to S M & M Fridenberg brokers in Philadelphia. Securities returned to bank, expected net loss under 2000 with possible further losses. Wife reports stressed mood. fears of self harm. Mary reportedly speculated in stocks.
A local note records an inquiry connected to the Schley case and the Hacholsor dispute. Authorities investigate claims and seek clarifications regarding the involved parties and events. No firm conclusions are stated in the accessible text.
In the Schley court of inquiry session, Lieutenant Commander Reginald Nicholson testified from the Oregon about the July 3 engagement. He described the Oregon’s movements, the pursuing Spanish fleet, and interactions with the Brooklyn the Texas and the Iowa. He noted signal exchanges and stated the Oregon was often nearer the enemy than the Brooklyn. He also indicated the Oregon fired its 11 inch guns earlier but ceased during the chase of the Colon. The court adjourned until Monday after adjournment was granted.
Senator Hanna says he will support President Roosevelt with the same cordial frankness he showed for McKinley. He did not confirm reports of talks with Roosevelt and noted the published statements were not from him. An intimate friend said resignation as GOP National Chairman is unlikely despite the rumors.
Warmer Saturday with fresh northeasterly winds along the coast and mixed temperatures across the region. Charles T. Hopkins is named chairman of the new city executive committee while Fulton county’s reform school set for occupancy November 10. Elbert county residents back prohibition and a Georgia statesman, C. M. Seymour, dies suddenly on his plantation. Numerous disparate items follow including legal notices, a life sentence for John Sweat, and transfers of funds from the Masonic lodge, with broader mentions of national affairs, military matters, and curious court actions from various states.
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