Americans Tighten Grip as Manila Campaign Advancing
Manila reports describe a subdued native populace and a decisive push on Caloocan with Admiral Dewey's ships closing in. Otis refuses Aguinaldo's ceasefire while Kansa troops displace Filipino sharpshooters in a bamboo jungle as Concord and Callao shell the town. Agoncillo, from Montreal, vows continued resistance until peace is sought.
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Manila
Caloocan
Dewey
Aguinaldo
Otis
Washington
Mantla
Concord
Callao
Agoncillo
Montreal
Perilous voyage as northern coast faces gale
Heavy gale and frigid conditions sweep Cape Cod and New England causing several vessels to run aground or tie up in harbor. Storm shifts linger offshore while Boston stays off the storm’s visiting list but is nonetheless affected by its approach and the bay’s rough seas. Local signal men misread the storm centre as it moves.
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Boston
New England
What Will General Otis Do
Washington on February 8 saw relief from Manila news as General Otis summarized fighting results and Aguinaldo's push for a cease fire and conference. Officials expect Otis to condition any talks on insurgents laying down arms and will grant discretion if he seeks instructions.
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Aguinaldo
Washington
Philippines
Manila
Otis
Alger
General Otis
Frisky Wind From Atlantic Turns Back In Jersey
The weather bureau notes a frolicsome wind from Georgia to the Atlantic that veered off suddenly. The center moved back, while the western edge eased through downtown and suburban areas, creating a ten foot tide and slick streets.
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Georgia
Atlantic
Weather Bureau
Jersey
War Investigating Commission Completes Whitewash Report
The War Investigating Commission finished its inquiry into incompetence and mismanagement in the war and the embalmed beef scandal. It largely clears Alger and the War Department, finds beef mostly suitable as emergency rations, criticizes General Miles, and notes no minority report. The 150 page document will be presented to the President with copies for his use.
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Alger
Miles
Surgeon Daly
Daly
War Department
Washington
War Investigating Committee
General Miles
General Shafter
Major Daly
Scope of Beef Inquiry in Army Meats Case
Washington February 8 The inquiry into charges about army meats used by General Miles will follow the war conduct commission report. A three member court will hear the case with representation from the former Wagan court maritals. The scope includes meat delivery quality by contractors and whether the meats were chemically treated.
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Washington
Miles
Wagan
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