American casualties in the Philippine conflict details
Secretary submitted to the senate a report of American casualties in the Philippines up to May 24, 1900. It lists 605 officers and 11,8xx enlisted killed in action or died of wounds, 22 officers and 1.18 enlisted dead by disease, and 7 officers and 74 enlisted killed by own actions. The report notes 128 officers and 1.86 enlisted wounded, with total Philippine troop losses to date including 26 officers and 61,272 enlisted killed, plus further tolls. Generals MacArthur’s dispatch notes pacification progress, captures, and prisoners, with estimates acknowledging data gaps and ongoing refinement.
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Senate
Ovenpasto
Philippines
War Department
MacArthur
Rei
Ilipinos
Life Pills Promoted as Safe for Stomach and Nerves
Dr Kings Life Pills are advertised as a safe and certainBest in the world for Stomach Kidneys and Bowels, sold by H. L. Tucker. The copy claims powerful effects on organs nerves and brain with emphasis on their safety and efficacy.
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Dr. King
H. L. Tucker
Berlin dispatch on China crisis calls for immediate united action
A Cologne Gazette report from Berlin notes the China situation has grown so critical that military intervention and swift, common action are demanded. It warns that delaying or inaction by any power, especially Russia, risks widening chaos and threatening world peace.
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Berlin
Cologne
China
Russia
Lin
Funston Discovers Filipino Archives In Cavern Cache
A Manila Times report details General Funston and 18 troopers finding a cliffside cache near Bongagon and Pontabagan with state papers from Aguinaldo and Dewey era, along with weapons and goods. The stash included letters, business records, and an Aguinaldo letter book. Admiral Dewey denied ever corresponding with Aguinaldo and said he never wrote to him.
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Vancouver
British Columbia
Manila Times
Funston
Bongagon
Pontabagan
Rio Grande de Pampanga
Malolos
Audiencea
Detroit
Michigan
Admiral Dewey
General Funston
Aguinaldo
Dewey
The Powers United Chinese Crisis Promises Low Cash Prices
Readers are told that a new spot cash system with one low price for all goods saves money. Merchants vary pricing, but the store claims cash customers win. Shoppers flock daily, with women especially eyeing dry goods as current interest.
Season Strength Highlights Our Line For The Year
Team officials boast a robust lineup this season with depth across all positions. Players cited include seasoned veterans and rising juniors reinforcing the offense and defense as the schedule unfolds.
Discount on Dimities and Lawn Fabrics Offered
Retailers advertise liberal discounts on dimities lawns percale and organdy fabrics bought early, noting current market value higher but offering reduced prices to customers.
Duchess Shirt Waists and Beifield line at low prices
Bates county sole agents offer Duchess shirt waists and Beifield tailor made suits and silk waists. Large selection of table linens crashes dress goods and silks. Hosiery line includes Misses ribbed hose three for 25 cents. Produce will buy any listed goods. Visit us.
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Bates County
Beifield
Consul Hollis Meets Kruger Amid Peace Efforts
United States Consul Hollis met President Kruger at Machadodorp after traveling from Lourenzo Marques with claims he carried dispatches urging peace. Secretary Hay denies Hollis official authority or notice from Washington for any Transvaal trip. Reports say annexation moves proceed. Cape Town notes Milner staff aiding Pretoria setup while hostages and prisoners shift.
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Nies
Lourenzo Marques
Jane
United States
Hollis
Transvaal
Kruger
Machadodorp
Washington
Hay
Kroger
State Department
Loudon
June S
Lorenz Marques
Pretoria
Cape Town
Sir Alfred Milner
Warren
Griqualand West
Campbell
Russia Warns America Over China Policy
Washington reports Russia insists the United States avoid joint actions with Great Britain in China. Cabinet decides American representatives in China will not participate in joint demonstrations against China or Boxers, instead focusing on protecting Americans and American interests. Russia’s stance aims to neutralize British plans and limit U.S. moves. Marinetroops may be deployed to safeguard Americans and property.
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Great Britain
Russia
United States
China
State Department
Washington
Jane
Hussia
Conger
Kemp Ff
Hay
M. de Wollant
Kempfi
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Promises Clearer Skin Fast
A vintage advertisement touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as a cure for unsightly skin eruptions including eczema tetter and erysipelas as well as cuts ulcers burns and piles. Sold for 25 cents a box by H E Tucker druggist with endorsements for facial clarification.
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Bucklen
H. ET. Tucker
Drazgist
Manila war casualties and captures reported
June 11 Manila dispatch states that over two thousand Filipinos were killed and 160 captured after recent scouting.14 rifles with ammunition and stores were seized. American losses include nine killed. a captain and a lieutenant among the dead, two captains and twenty one privates wounded, and one captain captured by Filipinos.
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Manila
Local notes include travel and family items from Lamar Me
The week features visits and trips by Mr Chaley Quick and Mr George Newberry, plans for Isaac Lawson Will to seek a Minnesota location, a surprise dinner for Mrs G W Quick’s mother, and various small town movements including car purchases, business trips to Appleton City, stock trades, and farm work. A death notice for Mrs Boling notes burial at Crescent Hill cemetery with heartfelt condolences and reflections on loss.
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Chaley Quick
Lamar Me
George Newberry
Kansas City
Isaac Lawson
Minnesota
G. W. Quick
Susw Aretzinger
LM. Kretzinger
Jennnette Galt
James Nickles
Pres City
J. F. Frost
Frank Kretzinger
Jot Newberry
Appleton City
Frantz
Allie Chusti Bine
Witter
Bivin
J. BE. Crowder
Mound Valley
Jelumie Eichler
Watton
Crescent Hill
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