Volunteers Return Home as Peace Talks Progress
A Washington dispatch reports nearly 9,000 of the 14,000 troops ordered to Gen. Otis are chosen with plans to shift 5,000 more from Puerto Rico and Cuba. Transportation limits and timing govern the summer deployment to Manila, with Adjutant General Corbin outlining the Manila force composition and upcoming sailings including regiments from the Ninth through Twenty-Third Infantry and Seventh through Fifteenth artillery units.
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Tidings
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Arigona
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No Tidings of the Missing Men
A April 21 dispatch reports Admiral Dewey stating uncertainty about the fate of Lieut Gilmore and fourteen men from the launch after a failed rescue mission. The text notes prior actions to aid besieged soldiers in Ene lek, with references to Gen. Rios and the Paris peace conference.
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Veyald
Nila
Admiral Dewey
Enelek
Rios
Dewey
Lieut. Gilmore
Garrison Talks and Siege Tensions Amid Spanish Conflict
Reports describe the Yorktown area maneuvers and possible captures by Spaniards or insurgents. Admiral Dewey avoids comment on punitive action while Gen. Rios questions garrison knowledge of the war’s end. Rios cites poor communication and insurgent siege hindering rescue or river access.
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Admiral Dewey
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Bnler
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Spain
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Eurrender
Rus
Bajer
Rios
Gene Rios
Telost
Aguinaldo
Filipinos Routed by Washington Regiment at Taguig
Manila reports the Washington regiment routed insurgents at Taguig with heavy losses to the rebels and three Americans wounded. Earlier, South Dakota and Minnesota regiments attacked near Rocave and Gugiunto, forcing the enemy to retreat three miles in good order. Heat, supply status, and river skirmishes followed as American forces pressed the rebels toward Malolos and Calumpit.
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Washington
Taguig
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Minnesota
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Rocave
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Pateros
Beef report pending next week in Washington briefing
Herald reports General Miles faces court scrutiny as a Navy court of inquiry weighs the beef provision allegations. The panel is expected to finish and forward its final report to the Secretary of War, with findings on meat handling, Cuban campaigns, and recommended improvements for future field rations.
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Cuba
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Theer Islands
Commissary Department
Volunteers Offer 254 Men for Philippine Service
The Naval Reserve association of fitness veterans of the Spated-American war plans to provide 254 men for service in the Philippine islands. Secretary Long of the navy department will be advised of the action. Also, a Montevideo dispatch reports Sanarelli s yellow fever serum yielding good results with several complete cures in New York on April 21.
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Naval Reserve Association of Fitness
Philippine Islands
Long
Navy Department
New York
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Herald
Montevideo
Not Guilty Quay Receives Ovation After Verdict
Senator M. S. Quay is declared not guilty of conspiracy to misuse state funds. Gov. Stone appoints him U. S. Senator. Philadelphia reports a roaring crowd praising Quay as he leaves the municipal building and court for the street amid cheers and shouts of approval.
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Quay Appointed U S Senator by Governor Stone
Harrisburg April 21 Governor Stone named Matthew Stanley Quay as U S senator for the next session of the legislature. The appointment, addressed to the president, cites authority under Article I section 3 clause 2 of the Constitution.
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Stone
Matthew Stanley Quay
United States
Diplomatic and Consular Service Address by James Angell
Today Colgate alumni and others heard President James B Angell of Michigan speak on the need for an efficient diplomatic and consular service. He argued that trade and prosperity depend on capable diplomacy and proper support for envoys, lamenting neglect and low ranks for representatives.
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de. Argell
Westphalia
Union Econoriea
Wierein
Europe
Franklin
Day
John Adem
John Quivey Adams
Monroe
Livingstone
Webster
Hemitton Pieh
Hope that future historians honor peace and war victors
The speaker urged recognition of those who achieved victories in peace and war. He hoped historians teach coming generations the names of these men and praised the value of public service. He called for a method to recruit young graduates into foreign service and praised colleges for fostering ethical public life.
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Tuo
Filipinos Near Surrender Talk in Washington Whispers
A Washington dispatch reports ongoing negotiations between American officials and Filipino leaders led by Aguinaldo. Generals and the state department express optimism about establishing American authority while cautioning against immediate independence, with Aguinaldo possibly traveling to the United States to discuss terms.
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Peabe
Eneral
State Department
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United States
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Reich
Om.cially
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Mckinley
Confessed on the gallows at San Quentin
San Quentin Cal April 21 Geapao C Owens was hanged today for the murder of Mrs Tedman at Modesto in December 1887. He confessed on the gallows and died after shooting Mrs Tedman and himself amid a prior divorce suit and alleged threats. The governor refused clemency.
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Cal
Geapao C. Owens
Modieto
George C. Owens
Modesto
Owens
Tower Court
Wealthy Woman Murdered Near Dans Indiana Farm
April 21 mass Jane Brunet a wealthy woman of Dans Indiana was found murdered and buried in an abandoned farm well. Anna Brunet Mary Brunet and Frederick Sibley were arrested in the city as principal suspects. the man shot her and buried the body. Cash drafts and valuables tied to the crime emerge as investigators probe the motive and alibis.
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Jane Brunet
Ind
Nnu
Fara
Rsinelaw
Anna Brunet
Les Son Meary Brunet
Frederick Sibley
Ths
Mies Drunes
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Apollo
Henrie Brunet
Sibley
Pro Hce
Theyo
Indianapolis
Sui
Indiana
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Thrunot Farm
Miss Branot
Fireman dies as courthouse burns in Yuba City
Yuba City California April 2 an arson fire at the courthouse killed fireman Richard Willis who entered to try to control the blaze. The county jail adjoining burned with no prisoners inside. Most county records were saved though the total loss is about forty thousand dollars insured.
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Cal
Richard Willis
Court House
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