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Batesville Tribune

Location

Batesville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1902

Page

4

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Cuba's Debt Roots in Uncle Sam Wealth Prewar View

Opinion frames Cuba as born from debt under United States influence. It contrasts a thrifty future for Cuba with the Spanish era, suggesting the U S role will shape Cuba’s wealth and independence from colonial plunder.

Cuba Uncle Sam Wother Spain

Shattuck immigration bill clears House on Tuesday

The Shattuck immigration bill passed the House on Tuesday. Indiana's Mr. Landis offered an amendment prohibiting liquor sales in the capital, which passed 108 to 19.

Landis Indiana

Palma urged to follow Uncle Sam on Cuba school funds

A historic note claims one fourth of Cuba’s revenue during U S control supported schools. The author argues President Palma should emulate the precedent set by the United States and devote funds to education.

Cuba United States Palma Uncle Sam

Mark Hanna accused of using senators to oppose soldiers

A conservative line claims Mark A. Hanna hired Tilman Clark and other Democratic Senators to abuse American soldiers in the Philippines to weaken the Democratic Party before the November elections.

Mark A. Hanna Tilman, Clark Philippines

Plenty of Presidential Timber In Tennessee Listed By Bryan

In the Commoner article Bryan names five available presidential candidates from Tennessee. The text questions whether any Democratic timber exists north of Mason and Dixon’s Line or west of the Mississippi River.

Bryan Commoner Tennessee Mason and Dixon

Carnegie Tried to Buy Philippine Islands for Twenty Million

Andrew Carnegie, famed for dollar and cent thinking, attempted to purchase the Philippine Archipelago and its inhabitants for twenty million dollars but the inhabitants and perhaps the situation resisted the bid.

Andrew Carnegie Philippine Archipelago

Schwab Orders Fast Car for Personal Use

Chas Schwab, president of United States Steel, orders a custom automobile capable of eighty miles per hour. The piece notes uncertainty about how other vehicles, horses, or people might be endangered by such speed.

Chas. Schwab United States Steel Company

Lipton Offered Peerage by King Edward Refuses

Sir Thomas Lipton, famed American cup challenger, has been offered a peerage by King Edward of England and declined. His example, as a successful businessman and generous sportsman, stands in contrast to those who pursue royal favor.

Thomas Lipton Edward England Old England

Moros Accused of Treachery Cited by Courier Journal

The Louisville Courier Journal reports a Moro using a flag of truce to sever the arm of Sargeant Walling of the Tenth Infantry and flee before capture. The piece contrasts condemnations of water cure practices by American soldiers against such Moros.

Louisville Courier-Journal Mindamao Sargeant Walling Tenth ‘Infantry Courier-Journal

Roosevelt’s Gift Exchange Idea for Washington Statue

The reader questions a reciprocal gesture if President Roosevelt should offer a statue of George Washington to Emperor Wilhelm II in exchange for Frederick the Great statue offered by Germany. The suggestion frames a symbolic act of friendship amid international courtesies.

Roosevelt Emperor Wiliam Germany George Washington Frederick the Great

Corrupting the Corps Smears Labeled by Senators

The passage accuses Corporal O'Brien of lying and undermining comrades to smear the army. Senators who called him to testify are depicted as having exposed his rottenness and now regret their choice to rely on him.

O’brien

Senators casting mud at soldiers alienates American people

The passage condemns senators who repeatedly attack American soldiers as driven by venom, arguing their behavior fails to win public support and reflects poorly on their character.

Vulture’s Slur Draws Ire Among Americans

A bitter assessment condemns harsh language about countrymen, likening it to the vulture’s feast and carrion odor. The passage critiques distasteful rhetoric and calls for decency and fair play in public discourse.

Mine explosion traps 109 in British Columbia shaft

A British Columbia mine explosion left 133 men inside. 24 escaped, 109 feared dead. Rescue efforts underway after the 7:30 p m blast on Thursday May 22, likely caused by an open lamp or a careless match by an Italian worker.

British Columbia Civilization

Lord Pauncefote Dies at British Embassy

Lord Pauncefote died at the British Embassy on Saturday May 24 at 5 30 in the morning. The death ends a long career as a leading British diplomat and marks a loss for the United States and Britain. It is unclear who will succeed him in Washington though any successor will face high expectations.

Lord Pauncefote Great Britain United States Washington

Indiana Quarantine Declared by Kentucky Health Board

The Kentucky State Board of Health met in Louisville and proclaimed a quarantine against Indiana due to a small pox scare in the southern part of the state. It will impact Indiana residents, especially in Jeffersonville, with interstate traffic restricted. pass-through travelers are unaffected.

Kentucky State Board of Health Louisville Indiana Jeffersonville

Filipino officer says war practically over in Philippines

Senor Buencamino, educated Filipino and former Aguinaldo staff officer, claims the conflict near its end due to General Smith and General Bell plus General Chaffee’s humanitarian policy. Senators probing war methods resist bringing him to testify, fearing such testimony would challenge the Army’s character.

Senor Buencamino California Philippines Smith Bell Chaffee Aguinaldo

Senator Hoar Shapes Philippines Camps as Modern Andersonville

Senator Hoar compares Philippine reconcentration camps to Andersonville. He cites zones where friendly Filipinos were concentrated fed and protected from fighting squads by their own countrymen. When allowed to leave they refused, fearing loss of rice, safety, and sanitation found in camp.

Senator Hoar Philippines Andersonville

How To Gain Fresh

How To Gain Fresh Persons have been known to gain a pound a day by taking an ounce of Scot's Emulsion. It seems strange but it often happens. The ounce supposedly starts the digestive machinery so the patient can digest and absorb ordinary food, enabling rapid weight gain.

Fools or Hoar Clash On Reckless Statements

Debate over remarks by Senator Hoar sparks contention with rivals. The comments appear detached from reality as supporters claim prudence while opponents call them reckless, highlighting a partisan divide across affected communities.

Senator Hoar

Ohio Board denies appeal in Taylor child theft case

The Ohio Board of Pardons refused to alter Hamilton County Court findings convicting the Taylor women of child stealing and sentencing them to one year in the penitentiary. The board found the evidence conclusive and rejected claims against the young mother, urging Governor Nash not to intervene.

Board of Pardons of Ohio Hamilton Taylor Margaret Taylor Nash

The Value of Sentiment in Human Kindness

A passionate reflection on sentiment as the spark for benevolence. The piece argues that sympathy reveals others' distress, inspires helping the poor and vulnerable, and elevates moral duty, warning that a man devoid of sentiment lacks humanity and deserves harsh judgment.

Porto Rico and distant volcanic dangers

The piece notes Porto Rico as a US possession near Martinique and St Vincent, arguing its location makes it potentially vulnerable to Caribbean volcanic activity. It suggests the United States may need to aid its citizens in Porto Rico if volcanic disasters arise, though such events are considered unlikely.

Sam Porto Rico Atlantic Martinique Caribbean Sea Mt. Pelee St. Vincent

Burned at the Stake in Texas Mob Torture Story

Report from Longview Texas describes a mob lynching of Dudley Morgan after an assault claim. Witness accounts say a mob burned him alive with railroad ties and photographed two captors as heroes, while condemning the attackers for their brutal crime.

Longview Texas Dudley Morgan

Little Champions Rout Oriole Juniors 17 to 10

The Little Champions defeated the Oriole Juniors of Morris 17 to 10 on their grounds Sunday afternoon. Champions also beat the Shamrocks 11 to 3 on Saturday.

Oriole Juniors Morris Shamrocks

Card of Thanks for Life Insurance Payout

Mrs. Katharine Hoyer thanks Metropolitan Life Insurance Co and Assistant Superintendent A F Woerdemann for the prompt payment of her late husband’s policy. She recommends the company for quick life insurance settlements.

Metropolitan Life Insurance Co A. F. Woerdeman Katharine Hoyer

Storm Hits Shelbyville Causes Roof Damage and Delays Train

A Saturday storm at Shelbyville caused significant damage including uprooted trees and roof loss. One tree blocked the Big Four track delaying train 16, but Henry Hirt of Batesville joined Joe Kurtz on the train to help remove the obstruction.

Shelbyville Joe Kurtz Henry Hirt Batesville

Death of Matilda Haas at age 7 months

Matilda Haas, daughter of Jo seph and Mary Haas, born June 23, 1901, died May 6, 1902. Survived by father, mother, one brother and relatives. Burial occurred May 8 in the local cemetery. Poignant family tribute recalls a short life and hopeful afterlife. INDIA POWELL. Stu, Magdalene, May 26, 1902.

Matilda Joseph and Mary Haas India Powell Stu Magdalene

Richmond letter questions Oldenburg smallpox fears

A Richmond health officer letter criticizes the Oldenburg Convent claim of a smallpox outbreak. It notes a convent inmate traveled four days on a crowded train, spreading contagion before escape. The writer doubts a current Oldenburg outbreak and predicts the patient will recover with no lasting marks.

Indianapolis Journal Richmond Hurty Oldenburg Harry

Mail Carrier Credits Kidney Pain Cure to Electric Bitters

Burnett Mano of Lavena Ohio recalls years of dull back pains and fatigue from kidney trouble. After six bottles of Electric Bitters he says he was cured and became a new man. The tonic is said to regulate stomach liver kidneys and bowels with a 50 cent price.

Burnett Mano Lavenna G. A. Baas

Chicago courtroom recalls civil war espionage tale

Felix G. Stidger told a U S court he spied for the provost marshal general to expose the Knights of the Golden Circle. He claimed secret reports to Union officers and high officials praised his help as vital during the era while facing a technical postal law violation.

Chicago Felix G. Stidger United States Court Knights of the Golden Circle Stidger Indianapolis Rock Island Johnson’s Island Louisville United States Carrington Morton Stanton Kentucky United States Grand Jury Holt Indiana Illinois Ohio Missouri Kohlsaat Indianapolis Journal

Doctor Endorses Drug Treatment Over Hygiene Advice

A prominent physician states patients rarely follow hygiene or diet, so drugs are the only resort. For chronic constipation he recommends mild remedies like Chamberlains stomach and liver tablets, noting they do not cause further constipation and leave the bowels healthy. Available through G A Baas Batesville and Bigney Co Sunman.

Chamberlain

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