28 Apr 1903
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Newspaper
Coshocton Age
Location
Coshocton, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1903
Page
1
General Miles makes startling allegations of cruel atrocities in the Philippines. He describes various methods of torture and barbarity claimed to have been practiced against natives by Philippine forces.
Washington reveals portions of General Miles report alleging torture and killings by U S troops in the Philippines. Included are claims against specific officers, statements by a party of locals, and the judge advocate general's prepared reply to the war department about investigations and possible court martial actions.
Manchuria lies in the northeast Chinese empire with 280000 square miles and about 21000000 people largely Chinese. It borders the Yellow sea and hosts rich natural resources including minerals and forests. floods in 1888 caused famine. Major towns are Monkcen and New Chwang. Russian influence supports the open door policy.
Telegraph report from London April 27 states Major Goughs flying column of about 200 men attacked a large enemy force near Danop Somaliland. After a square defense and reinforcements the British withdrew to Danop with wounded. 13 killed including two officers and 28 wounded including four officers. Also note Dec Pharion thrown from his horse near Roscoe while driving a cow. no injuries to him.
Five men burned, two likely fatally, when molten metal showered over workers in a Marietta furnace early today. The accident occurred at a metal plant near Lancaster as crews battled flames and injuries.
Washington reports Count Casini, Russia's ambassador, met with Secretary Hay to discuss Russia's Manchuria demands and their impact on U.S. interests. The note urged open door while warning against closing ports and restricting foreign consuls, signaling potential trade concessions if China accepts all demands.
London April 21 report states China formally refuses Russia's demand for Manchuria evacuation. Pekin April 27 dispatch by Minister Conger protests two parts of Russia's proposed Manchurian agreement seen as antagonistic to American interests.
Washington reports Commissary General Weston defending frozen beef for troops in the Philippines against Gen. Miles' hoof-beef plan. He calls the option impracticable and notes no complaints, only commendation of frozen beef. Also brief notes two youths Daniel Beach and William Lynde returned home from Dennison and Newcomerstown after a two day absence.
Philadelphia April 27 The Pennsylvania supreme court discharged Arthur Wadsworth a National Guard member arrested for killing a minor at Shenandoah during the strike, ruling he acted in the performance of his duty. Arrangements are made for a Christian union rally Sunday at United Brethren church with sunrise prayer and evening services led by the young people's union.
A massive blaze damages fifteen business firms in Columbus leaving more than two hundred tenants homeless. Amid the chaos a thief is reported to have hidden hens tied by a handkerchief, later found by bystanders. one owner may recover the birds upon proof of ownership. The incident underscores widespread financial loss and displacement across the downtown area.
Herbert W. Bowen Venezuelan plenipotentiary drafts a protocol on whether blockading powers may receive preferred payment in Venezuela claims. The document, sent to London with copies to Germany and Italy, omits expenses of the blockade. The Hague tribunal would be appointed by the Czar of Russia and meet September 1.
President Roosevelt arrived in Grand Island Nebraska and broke the ground for a Carnegie library site at the high school and delivered a brief address at 4 15 pm He then went to Hastings where he spoke from the depot steps and addressed school children from his carriage. A telegraphic item from Cincinnati reports J B Clingman missing from Springfield for a week was found in Cincinnati suffering from overindulgence.
Philadelphia April 27 Clerk Roberts of the Presbyterian general assembly states that two thirds of Presbyterians have voted in favor of revising their confession of faith.
A major Columbus blaze destroyed six blocks in the city center causing $600000 in damage and the death of Captain D S Lewis of engine company No 11. The fire began in Bott Brothers saloon and spread via a strong wind, engulfing Brunson blocks Thomas block and others with extensive property losses and chaotic rescues.
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