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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1901
Page
5
A brief wartime item notes Private H. R. Rabb, age 20, who follows the flag as he sends a letter back home. The notice marks his 35 cent postage rate and notes his service status in a concise military update.
A soldier from Co. L 3rd U.S. Infantry near Manila describes life in Paombong. He recounts nipa swamp dwellings and fortifications, a recent river ambush with casualties, and the expectation of relocation to Mococlos and the Manila railroad patrol. He observes local living conditions, food, clothing, sanitation, and daily routines, noting mangoes, coconuts, rice, and cigarettes as staples. He ends with a brief sign-off and request for wages.
A murder case draws local reaction as newspapers react to the verdict. Public sentiment and editorials weigh the implications of the outcome.
Local Benton county paper reports the Lyda Cox murder trial ending with acquittal of both defendants. Jury verdict followed weeks of testimony over strychnine poisoning of William Lyda at Fowler near Danville. The Leader notes public reaction and questions about guilt remain unresolved.
In Monday’s session Mayor Miles chaired a full council meeting. The health officer’s raise was debated and the health chair was directed to request Dr Taney’s books, else a legal ruling by Judge Kabb will decide. Street light removal on Peerh street discussed. Jefferson street improvement bonds for Mr Steely approved. Tremont Hotel owner sought a brick crossing but no action taken.
City council notes light and water upgrades, regular plug inspections, and bills approved for Dr Towey and other municipal expenses. The health officer role is debated as Dr Towey pledges to push ahead despite mockery, while a Saratoga Hotel and Restaurant announces a January 1901 opening and a move to 20 East Main Street.
A narrator describes Filipino use of nipa and bamboo for shelter and water protection, the flooded swamps where insurgents hide, and nightly river patrols during high tide. He recalls digging dugouts, wading through mud, and pursuing enemies in wet swamps and drier mountains, preferring the mountains despite danger.
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