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Newspaper
Austin Daily Herald
Location
Austin, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1902
Page
1
An incident described as regrettable saw a guard and part of a company open fire on Moros, killing 36 as prisoners escaped or were recaptured. The text suggests the aim was to release prisoners and urge leaders to return to peaceful labor, though details are fragmentary.
Rear Admiral William T. Sampson retired, died at his home in Washington at 5 p m after a severe cerebral hemorrhage. Mrs Sampson and family were at his side. funeral arrangements not completed. Causes, burial site debates, and navy representation discussed. condolences received, including from Secretary Moody.
Born Palmyra New Hampshire February 9 1840 William Thompson Sampson rose from public schools to the naval academy graduating top of his class in 1862 He commanded ships in the Civil War aided by innovations with Joseph Strauss He led the North Atlantic Squadron in the Spanish American War and finished with the Santiago victory He married Susan Elizabeth Burling in 1882 and left two sons and a daughter.
President Mitch ell arrived from New York and declared no communication with operators or Civic Federation since last Saturday. He said he knew nothing that could ground peace hopes and hinted no statement would be issued until the convention ends as district mine officials remain in the dark awaiting guidance.
Reports from Pretoria on May 7 indicate several nearby commandoes have met burgher delegates amicably and Commandant Beyers is willing to accept the Transvaal government decision. Yet strong opposition to peace grows within General Delarey’s irreconcilable forces.
In Los Angeles on May 17 the Massachusetts club women saw their two year fight collapse. The plan to admit colored women’s clubs failed and the move to cut per capita tax from 10 to 5 cents also failed. Despite defeat, unity between North and South clubs is seen as lasting. A single ticket led by Mrs. Denison of New York was chosen for president after a five hour session.
Washington May 7 General Chaffee Manila reports General George W Davis says on May 3 prisoners who were disarmed sat on a hilltop then rose at a signal and rushed the hill. Several tried to seize rifles from guards and one succeeded before others stopped the breakout.
Twelve University of North Dakota entries were declared ineligible and thrown out of the Big Nine meet to be held at Marshall Field May 31 by the Intercollegiate Athletic Association. North Dakota was barred for lack of knowledge about the athletes standing in athletics. other schools had most entries allowed to compete.
White House denies reports that President Loubet’s plan to decorate Admiral Dewey and General Miles was discussed or objected to by President Roosevelt. The administration says no conversations occurred and the president would not oppose such honors if proposed at the Rochambeau statue unveiling.
General Greeley opened bids for wireless telegraphy to link fixed bases in Alaska where cables fail due to climate. Plans include Norton Sound connections from Fort Davis to Saint Michael with possible Stuart Island relay. Secretary Moody to send armored cruiser Brooklyn to Havana to fetch General Leonard Wood and staff on May 20 as a gesture to the new Cuban republic.
A Rome dispatch says sailors from the U S cruiser Chicago caused a disturbance in a Trieste café. Bottles and glasses flew as four sailors were arrested and later handed to Captain Dayton who paid all damage claims. One man was wounded in the incident reported by Rome correspondents of The Daily Chronicle and The Daily Express.
In Blanchard Louisiana on May 7 two black men fought. Lee Gilbert fired on Jim Durden as Durden stood among white bystanders. Durden died from a chest wound and a stray bullet killed Thomas Shaws, a white man. Gilbert was shot dead by officers while resisting arrest.
In Washington on May 7 a four hour senate session featured sharp rebukes from Senator Beveridge who accused opponents of presenting only one side of the story. Turner of Washington blasted General Smith as a monster in human form while urging full inquiry. Rawlins and Carmack defended patriotism and urged transparency. Hoar supported the Philippine committee and called for Filipino witnesses.
The Northwestern Telephone Exchange Company announces millions invested in toll lines across the Northwest to meet demand. With the plant and connections to over one hundred independent companies, the system offers a service unequalled in the country. It includes 30,000 subscribers and 2,000 toll stations.
Justice Bradley in the District of Columbia Supreme Court ruled on the injunction case brought by R W Haynes and Duane E Fox against Postmaster General Henry S Payne. The decision was rendered on the demurrer filed.
New York May 7 Wall street recovered generally from the previous day de moralization. The market showed broad recoveries and active trading at the close. Call money rose to 20 percent Monday, then closed at 6 percent. No major developments in the suspensions of Seward Webb Meyer houses. Assignees work on Henry Bros. Co. and Lockwood Hurd Co. with uncertain assets and liabilities.
Washington May 7 The House adjourned after reading the journal to honor Rep Salmon of New Jersey marking a third straight day of tributes to deceased members. Three desks Cummings Otey Salmon draped. Harrisburg May 7 Five dead and three injured in a Steelton Penn steel works open hearth accident from a boiling ladle of hot slag engulfing eight men.
Reports from Castle Loo say Queen Wilhelmina remains gravely ill with doctors in constant attendance. Secrecy surrounds telegrams and bulletins as her condition worsens and nourishment has been impossible since last Saturday.
Washington May 7 The Cuban republic inauguration on the 20th inst was among cabinet topics. Secretary Root received a cable from Governor General Wood detailing Cuban congress assembling and his address to it.
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