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Newspaper
Brookhaven Leader
Location
Brookhaven, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1899
Page
2
A mixture of imperial policy arguments and regional notes fills the page. Opinion on the Philippines war fluctuates from praise of American forces to critiques of insurgent methods. Alaska boundary questions, Cuban annexation, and Minnesota forest reversion also appear alongside sports, fire safety, and urban tree planting discussions.
Southampton April 1 The passenger steamer Stella bound for the Channel Islands struck Casquet rocks in dense fog and foundered within ten minutes. Of 180 persons aboard including 65 crew, at least 60 are reported drowned with several boats and survivors plucked from wreckage. Captain perished, heroic acts cited as lifeboats were launched and women and children saved. Other vessels report boats with passengers and women’s clothing, money, jewels recovered from the scene.
American troops captured Manila on March 1, 1899 after a morning assault. Filipino defenses near Malolos were overwhelmed as Aguinaldo's forces retreated toward San Fernando. Spanish and Filipino troops torched positions while retreating, and a sharp battle preceded the town’s fall.
London commentary analyzes American actions in the Philippines as likely to stir further trouble. It argues U S forces must suppress local resistance while advancing autonomy aims, with Manila under pressure and mixed support from regional powers.
Testimony from traveling freight agent Lewis described the Tyler disaster near Merrioun on Wednesday night. The Rowena Lee foundered after striking an unseen obstruction in the channel, with many passengers and crew saved by the Ora Lee. the boat cost 10000 and was insured for 15000.
Washington reports indicate German conciliatory stance and joint U S and British moves toward settlement. Admiral Kant and Sturdee discuss a possible three commissioner panel to ease tensions as the Samoan dispute highlights international concern and a looming disarmament congress in The Hague.
The Raleigh, commanded by Capt. Joseph F. Coublan, sailed from Manila December 15 and, after stormy Atlantic crossings, will reach Bermuda April 1 and New York by April 15. The voyage featured cordial welcomes in Singapore, Bombay, Aden, Malta, Matta, and Gibraltar, with crews aiding injured Spaniards and meeting British and American officials along the way.
The Miles estate dispute in Falls City Nebraska pits heirs of Stephen T. Miles against two sons and two daughters. The will allegedly left an inequitable distribution to the daughters, with the two sons said to have divided the estate among themselves. Trial in Bally City circuit court follows testimony about witness Thomas UC Miller and hotel man H if Queym.
Reports from Manila describe General Arthur and American regiments advancing to Malolos, finding the capital largely abandoned with the government building burned. Rebels retreat toward the mountains as U. S. troops suffer some casualties but push forward, while Aguinaldo’s forces endure desertions and continued guerrilla activity.
War department reports indicate major fighting may be ending in the Philippines. Aguinaldo's forces are scattered with limited engagements expected as American columns push inland. Casualties and losses run high, with official estimates suggesting thousands killed or wounded since February.
Washington April Littie stated the war department will retain volunteer organizations in the Philippines under the six month provision of the war law. Officers have scope, but orders sent home those wounded or with exceptional reasons to return home. Generals retain authority to call back volunteers as needed while mustering out is delayed until personnel can be spared, supporting a provisional army of about 22,000 if necessary.
Washington April 1 delegates from the Cuban assembly Messrs Wil Jon and Hevia called informally at the State Department and discussed the Cuban situation with Secretary of State. The United States would not increase the amount of aid to the Cuban army beyond the $1,000,000 already sent and would not permit a fund raising scheme. The president indicated no further reply would be given beyond the prior statement.
Washington April 1 The forthcoming monthly treasury statement shows heavy receipts and reduced expenditures for March. Customs about 21 million dollars, internal revenue around 9 million, and imports over 11.4 million bring total receipts to 57.0 million. Disbursements in March total 42.99 million, leaving a surplus of 14.03 million. Central Pacific debt payments total 11.798 million included in the treasury figures.
In a Chicago Inter Ocean piece, fastidious Smithers seeks a boarding place, rejects a regulation house, and visits a presumed private family on Michigan Avenue. The landlady insists it is not a boarding house though she admits several friends live there, prompting Smithers to flee amid prunes and corned beer odors.
Amid a tense hospital vigil a doctor urges the husband to rouse his ailing wife from stupor. Rain and wind lash the night as the door opens. The husband returns to the room, the wife responds faintly, and they fearfully sense a saved life. Interleaved are dim glimpses of street scenes and a casual chat about Percy Algernon and Spud.
Mrs. Lucinda B. Chandler of Chicago is named Honorable President of the Illinois Woman's Press Association and head of the Society for the Illinois Woman's Press. The note highlights her leadership roles and national recognition within the press community.
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