20 Apr 1901
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1901
Page
1
Aguinaldo urges peace, pledges loyalty to the United States, says the people seek liberty under American protection, and notes General MacArthur orders the release of 1,000 insurgent prisoners on sworn allegiance.
Washington reports say Aguinaldo’s manifesto will aid pacification and reduce criticism of wartime policy. It notes acceptance of American rule and hints Aguinaldo may gain more liberty under MacArthur and the Taft Commission’s oversight. Secretary Root calls the document dignified and well crafted.
Bogus 35 gold pieces flood this section of Michigan, with counterfeit coins turning up so often that local businessmen fear accepting any gold. The issue raises concerns over widespread counterfeiting and trust in currency.
Merida Yucatan April 19 General Felipe Yama chief Maya rebel leader has been assassinated by under officers angered by his advice to end the war.
The opening night at Music Hall drew a radiant audience as Die Walkure brought Wagnerian spectacle to Cincinnati. The performance pleased through its picturesque Valkyries and scenic moonlight, though some crowding critiques noted the Valkyrie ride overreachs in consistency. conductor Walter Damrosch led a strong, attentive performance.
A Brooklyn based review praises Herr Dippel as Siegmund and Susan Strong as Sieglinde with strong support from Ternina and Bertram. While first act faults appear in tempo and staging, the cast delivers robust climaxes and the final ride of the Walkures closes with fire music and confident ensemble work. The critic notes minor balance issues and suggests stage reallocation for better unity.
Society in its finest raiment and jewels attended the Cincinnati opera festival last night. The lower floor and balcony were filled as fashion dominated promenades with gowns and capes. Intermissions resembled a reception while movement to corridors remained muted after acts one and two.
Samuel T. Stapleton of Parkersburg receives both a Wood County Criminal Court judgeship from Governor White and a presidential appointment as Consul at Neuva, Mexico. He may decline the diplomatic post to remain among his friends and in state politics.
Washington reports a surge of interest as lands ceded by the Wichita Kiowa Comanche and Apache tribes open to settlement under the March 3 act. Officials note thousands of letters daily and warn that no exclusive information exists and intruders will be prosecuted.
Representative Pugh of Kentucky met with the President regarding the Federal Judgeship for the new Judicial District of Kentucky. The decision will be made by June, before the President departs for the West.
Republican leaders weigh early June dates for the state convention with key races open. Governor Nash is expected to be renominated, while Lieutenant Governor Caldwell may not run. Hamilton County is favored for the lieutenant governor candidate, with several possible contenders discussed but none settled. The Supreme Court race features Judge Minchall seeking renomination alongside challengers Judge W B Crew C C Shearer and John L Price. Clerk of the Supreme Court post centers on Josiah B Allen versus George Koelker, with a decision forthcoming.
George Herskovitz returned to Toledo from Sandwich Ontario purged of perjury accusations leveled by his father in law E P Raymond. Judge Horne acquitted after reviewing conflicting testimony noting prior US pressure and high level involvement including Presidents and ambassadors. Toledo supporters and attorney C S Northup led the defense and exoneration.
W B Kennedy of Humboldt, Illinois, aged 83, died. Kennedy was a veteran of the Mexican and Civil Wars and a close friend of scout Kit Carson, sharing many thrilling experiences on the plains.
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