Congress Passes Emergency War Bill and Measures
Washington May 2 The Senate passed several war measures with no debate including an emergency war deficiency bill for 36 720 945 and a volunteer brigade of engineers plus 10 000 fever immune troops. Other actions halted red tape on quartermaster purchases and preserved mining claims if troops enlist. The House led by Hawley highlighted the emergency appropriation. The navy pay for inventions clause was removed in conference and sent to the President.
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House
Democrats Rally in Ward B for Madden Ticket
A large Ward B Democratic rally last night backed Councilman Edward H. Madden’s ward committee ticket. Speakers criticized Dugan, Miller, Twomey and Leary for disloyalty, urged unity, and warned on bills affecting telephone rates and liquor regulation.
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Eorge W. Wilson
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Leary
Tampa mobilizes for Cuba invasion as troops flood Tampa Bay
Thousands of troops and artillery pour into Tampa as Brigadier General Shafter prepares to lead the expedition to Cuba. Over 8000 men camp along the shore with siege guns, mortars, and ammunition moving by train. Officials delay the invasion until the Spanish fleet location is confirmed while a large volunteer army forms for imminent deployment. The Roosevelt regiment may join the first coastal push.
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Generals Wheeler Lee and Dewey to be promoted
Washington reports expected promotions for General Joe Wheeler to major general and General Fitzhugh Lee to major general or brigadier general. The President also intends to reward Commodore Dewey for Philippine victories by appointing him admiral.
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East Boston Honors Sheridan Guards Before Framingham Call
A large East Boston tribute to Company H of the Ninth on the departure to Framingham featured civic leaders and veterans praising the Sheridan Guards. Speakers, including John H. Sullivan and John L. Bates, urged duty and patriotism as townsfolk lined the route with flags and banners.
Mystery surrounds injury of John Walsh in Boston
Police investigate after John Walsh aged 50 fell down stairs at 48 Portland Street around noon. He was unconscious, skull fractured, and taken to City Hospital where he remained unconscious at midnight. Officials question whether the fall was accidental.
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Arranging for Camp Life as Militia Companies Converge
The five out of town companies of the Ninth Regiment Massachusetts Volunteer Militia answered roll call at the east armory for a special meeting. Except for Company H which stayed in East Boston with the Grand Army post, Boston companies attended in full. The meeting aimed to plan for camp life and related preparations.
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Boston
Ward Committee Hopefuls Named by Democratic Caucus
Dodgers who helped defeat the Post telephone bill seek election to ward committees in tonight's Democratic caucuses. John W. Kelly Ward 2. William H. Miller Ward 5. Rep Edward J. Twomey Ward 5. Thomas Mackey Ward 7. Daniel J. Kiley Ward 8. Francis J. Horgan Ward 8. John J. Gartland Jr Ward 9. William A. Mahoney Ward 10. James B. Clancy Ward 13.
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Edward J. Twomey
Thomas Mackey
Daniel J. Kiley
Francis J. Horgan
John J. Gartland, Jr
William A. Mahoney
James B. Clancy
Enthusiasm High as Ninth Regiment Plans South Framingham Camp
Arrangements for the regimental stay at South Framingham were outlined with Quartermaster Fennessy responsible for transport and catering. Colonel F B Bogan reported preliminary plans completed. Most Ninth members reportedly favor joining the regular service. The meeting was informal with no formal action taken.
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Little Ones Dance Ends Miss Byrne Class Season
Reception and exhibition at Odd Fellows Hall marked the end of Miss Rose I Byrne's dancing class season with 400 to 500 attendees. The 1897 98 class from Roxbury included about 100 children aged 8 to 15, performing minuet entries and fancy dances such as Morning Noon and Night, Reveries of a Bachelor, Quaker girl, French maid, and a national dance by all. The class presented Miss Byrne a walnut desk and bookcase as a surprise gift before a final all night dance.
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