07 Oct 1899
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1899
Page
1
The General directs American forces in a series of advances yesterday, occupying an entire bank and pushing Filipino troops back from the Imus River amid ongoing operations.
General Fred Grant with infantry and scouts advances from Imus driving insurgents from the west bank of the Imus River. Three Americans wounded and about ten Filipinos killed. Riley's Battery shells near Bacoor as U.S. forces occupy the river bank.
The Siam, from Honolulu, met typhoons off Manila. Forty hour storm battered deck cargo and mules were hurled and mangled. Several animals died or were killed after injuries while the ship rode high in heavy seas.
Washington reports a Navy Department plan to reinforce the Philippines with ships including the Brooklyn Nashville New Orleans and Badger and later smaller gunboats. Admiral Dewey says starving insurgents may collapse if supply routes are cut off and supplies seized. The goal is a swift crushing of the rebellion with the new fleet dispatched from Manila.
General Otis reports the steamer Siam lost 42 horses and 206 mules after a typhoon near Northern Luzon. Only 16 mules survived due to pitching of the vessel and hatch closures. No passenger casualties. The mules were trained pack animals valued for the Philippines service.
General Otis reports casualties in the Philippines including killed and wounded from September 28 to October 3. Names cover multiple units such as the Fourth Infantry Twenty-first Infantry and Fourth Cavalry with locations at Iloilo Bacoor Calamba San Fernando Los Banos and Pora2.
Corporal Louis J. Ingeterson suffers a severe ankle injury. Corporal Charles A. Waters has a moderate hand injury. Will Cooper shows a slight arm injury. L Benton Wilson sustains a moderate putlock injury. Ninth Infantry reports Corporal Henry Murray with a slight back injury. Thomas F. McCarthy has a slight neck injury while Wm. Horan endures a severe lung injury and a slight foot injury.
A cable from San Domingo says Commander Rodgers of the Nashville has sailed for San Juan Puerto Rico to replenish coal and will proceed to Manila via Beuz in about seven weeks to two months.
Washington October 6 Colonel Harry C Kessler of the First Montana Volunteer Infantry has been commissioned as Brevet Brigadier General of Volunteers for distinguished conduct at Malolos on March 31 The promotion recognizes his service in the campaign abroad during the Philippine insurrection with the United States Army
The State Department finds Henry Mays claim against Guatemala meritorious after a careful investigation. It will instruct the U.S. Minister to Guatemala to formally present the matter to Guatemalan authorities. The claim concerns an alleged seizure of a railroad concession held by Mays.
Glenville suburb of Cleveland reports the only twins of opposite sexes in the city and suburbs. Parents Mr and Mrs Theodore Pfeifer of Robinson Avenue named their boy Dewey and their girl Manila after Admiral Dewey and his victory. The twins have drawn local fame.
Berlin trials over the Club der Harmiosen expose lapses by a special prosecutor and claim several defendants face fraud charges. Press commentary decries widespread gambling among elites, urging drastic measures against officers and a moral purge across society.
Chicago plans a 25 000 man parade with General Wesley Merritt as marshal and General M V Sheridan as chief of staff. The president will ride to the grand stand review the column and lay the cornerstone of the Federal Building at 10 o clock with a gold trowel. Postmaster General Smith and Senator Mason to speak.
Bridgeport Ohio reports the body of Peter Merrick recovered from a huge debris pile at the Wheeling Creek mines. He had married a girl who arrived from France just a week earlier. The death is presumed to have occurred hours before the body was found.
Ohio congressman Lentz again targets Gore as rumors swirl that McLean may send him to the Philippines. Beveridge plans offset strategy as Bryan man nearly defeats in DC district. Southard's views noted.
Washington dispatch reports John J. Lentz touring the capital with a plan to press expansion policy, potentially aided by financier John R. McLean. The piece discusses anti and pro expansionist forces, Beveridge’s possible influential report, and political maneuvers affecting the 1900 era debate. It notes Bryan and anti Bryan factions in DC and a Toledo congressman Panics on a fast train incident.
A man claiming to be Rev. J Forest Moreton was arrested in Owensville on a U S mail fraud charge. He posed as a Red Cross field representative, lectured under church groups, and collected funds then mailed an empty envelope to Clara Barton. He was taken to Evansville by U S Marshal Price.
In Gothenburg Sweden on October 6 a statue of John Ericsson was unveiled in front of an immense crowd. About 40 000 school children marched past with banners as the Swedish sculptor Fahlstadt completed the work.
An order for 100000 car wheels was placed with the American Car and Foundry Company in Huntington by representatives of a Japanese railroad.
Governor Bush named Charles S. Reed of Sandusky to Erie County Common Pleas Court to fill the vacancy from Judge Lynn W. Hull's resignation to join the Circuit Bench. Reed's appointment comes this afternoon in Columbus Ohio.
Special dispatch reports rumors that Emperor William plans to oust Chancellor Prince Hohenlohe as head of the German government. The emperor, returning from Sweden, may seek a new Imperial policy after long service since 1894.
Special Dispatch reports at Huntington Erie Railroad shop employee Indees Ar nold aged 89 was injured during a wrestling match with a fellow worker. He was thrown to the sidewalk suffering a base of brain skull fracture and remained unconscious for much of the time. Doctors say he has only a short time to live.
More than 150 women and friends of the American Female Guardian Society met in New York urged by Miss Helen Gould to protest the seating of Brigham H. Roberts of Utah. Mrs George B. Watts led the meeting as the group adopted resolutions condemning Roberts for polygamy and calling men to write to Congress.
Brooklyn Central Office detectives arrested Edward L Wheeler a Brooklyn ship chandler as a party to alleged thefts of thousands of dollars of metal from the Brooklyn Navy Yard construction department. Warrants issued by United States Commissioner Benedict set bail at 2500 dollars. Deputies later seized ship fitters John B Cawthorne and E F Poynter, while Naval Constructor Francis Bowles voiced astonishment at the case and said more warrants were issued.
Mrs. I. Conkey wife of an ex bank president and leading Benton Harbor resident killed herself by hanging after attempting to cut her throat. Prompt aid saved her earlier but she died later at home. Her husband had been a pastor and local political figure.
October 2 in Circleville Ohio Tibune reports John Winters colored man was killed when gun discharged accidentally during a duck hunt on the Scioto River as a boat jolted.
In Natal, thousands of natives have invaded Johannesburg and are to be escorted out of the country by troops. A Jew shopkeeper was stabbed in the neck, severing his windpipe, and two Jewish storekeepers were murdered by natives in the east land as Kaffirs raid liquor storages while the War Commission orders shopkeepers to remove barricades with government protection promised.
On Thursday a speaker praised the burghers for their rapid response to the call. He stated the Orange Free State would not attack but would fiercely defend its rights. The enemy was strong, yet crossing the border would meet determined resistance. He declared the fight for independence.
News from Brisbane on October 6 reports the British War Office ordering large quantities of canned meats from the United States. Queensland canners had boosted stocks in anticipation, fearing a glut and lost profits due to the unexpected demand from Britain.
The Prairie is in dry dock at the Brooklyn Navy Yard being fitted to carry United States exhibits to the Paris Exposition. It is due to be ready about October 15 and placed under Ferdinand W Peck the U S Commissioner General for the Exposition. Peck will inspect the Prairie today.
Dispatches report Commandant Cronje promoted to general, massing 6,000 Boers with artillery near Ramathlabama north of Mafeking. He vows to cross the border at the first opportunity. reserves urged to war strength as Parliament prepares to meet October 17. Imperial wireless telegraphy sought for Transvaal campaign.
Frank Osborne received a verdict of 2000 dollars against the city of Richmond after being struck by a falling tree while driving along a city street. He originally sued for 10000 dollars, and the case may reach the state Supreme Court.
In New Orleans Vice President Mariscal of Mexico said Diaz plans a campaign against Yaqui rebels and that U S authorities may soon find an agent in San Francisco arming the Yaquis. He also discussed Santiago Murphy, claiming a Mexico court would likely convict him and sentence five years hard labor with no truth to bank official involvement.
Movement to mediate between Great Britain and the Transvaal and Orange Free State gains traction with signatures of over 400 leaders including college presidents governors mayors judges and editors. Notables abroad express cautious support with calls for US good offices and arbitration debated by British and Boer figures.
President Patton told Princeton juniors that a $100,000 gift funds a new chair in politics but will not reveal the donor. He clarified that ex-President Cleveland is not the giver and that the benefactor requested anonymity.
Cape Town reports claim the Orange Free State seized 800 tons of coal belonging to the Cape Government. The alleged act is described as potentially an act of war. Officials say they were unaware, while rumors note British troops may be landed locally rather than at Durban.
Hartford City Oct 6 The expert examination of Blackford County officers books shows Treasurer Rawlings has $40 coming to him. Ex Clerk Caldwell is short over $2700 and ex Sheriff Covault about $800 over two terms. Another ex Sheriff is $400 short in one term. Officers blame legal interpretation. Suits may follow.
County Recorder Thomas Drohen was thrown from his buggy when struck by a mail wagon in Perry street Tiffin. He suffered a fractured right shoulder and head injuries with blood from ears and nose. condition described as critical.
President Steyn speaks to a commando unit in Bloemfontein amid growing tensions. The October 6 gathering in Market Square underscores local support for defense efforts during the crisis.
The Toledo dispatch notes a poor fall shooting season in the marshes as Michigan's nine month wild duck laws have decimated the local population, long abundant in the area.
President McKinley tours the western states and delivers a notable address during the unveiling of a soldiers' monument in Peoria highlighting national unity and honor for veterans.
Peoria Illinois welcomed President McKinley with a grand parade and the unveiling of a marble Civil War monument in front of the Courthouse. The event featured Mrs Katy Kinsey and sculptor Fritz Triebel with a large schoolchild procession and praise for patriotic women. The President praised the nation’s history and the defense of the flag.
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