25 May 1899
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Newspaper
Des Moines Leader
Location
Des Moines, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1899
Page
1
An extended dispatch describes military movements and civilian crowds as U S forces approach Dewey’s riverine theater. It details troop deployments, captains, and mingling locals. the narrative notes American reactions, leadership figures, and a sense of impending engagement near key ports. The piece blends war updates with onlookers, highlighting international stakes and domestic curiosity.
The article reports a plan for a Philippine governorship under American influence, detailing proposed constitutional roles and the involvement of President and governor general. It notes resistance from Filipino commissions, shifting military actions near Manila, and unrest in western provinces with civilians seeking alignment with American forces. The piece mentions Manila’s military operations, pacification efforts, and the tension between civil governance and military roles amid ongoing hostilities.
The report outlines framed assurances by Washington and the administration on Philippines reforms and self government aims. It notes tensions over appointing provincial officials and the broader push to oversea changes while maintaining national authority.
Fragmented dispatches describe troop movements in Asia and warnings of naval and land actions. General Obregon, Aguinaldo, and other leaders are cited amid rumors of southern occupation and protective naval support. The mix of reports comes with notes on Dewey’s voyage plans and a vague itinerary from Manila to New York.
Fragmented OCR text outlines political figures Avani Slaughter Honsi and Ludlaw involved in a death cancellation, heirs receiving payments, and discussions with Western railway interests. Mentions Panar del Tio, coast access, and potential American government stabilization tied to a consolidation plan. References General Hrawke and expected formal orders regarding Cotaroops surrender and payments.
The readable lines show a chaotic text about voting, calls for action, and questions to a recipient named Pravin Parette. Mentions include a vote at a location, references to parents, and a request about a candidate or stance. The overall sense is a disjointed public discourse fragment with unclear context and targets.
Manchester May 17 reports recount a disastrous tornado sweeping northeast through Delaware and Lee counties. Jerome Jacobs George Lang and William Mleain died. Mrs Sheppard and three children were fatally injured. several others hurt. Destruction included homes, barns, and the Klaus cemetery. Damage estimated around $18,000 with many houses wrecked.
A composite Supreme Court opinion notes several affirmations and reversals across districts. The case vonier Tuide vs Jeb Cone and related actions discuss Manic liquor nuisance charges, with defense claiming medicinal use, yet evidence shows multiple sales, leading to a reversal and finding of guilt by the higher court. Additional entries mention other appeals and judgments in different districts, including hardware firm actions and attachments.
A rough compilation of court actions, foreclosures, and legal filings across Iowa and surrounding counties. It notes affirmations and reversals in multiple cases, a drain-age petition, foreclosures on mortgage holders, and a significant harboring of a railroad-era dispute. The document also references a state effort to honor Admiral Dewey with a Vermont monument fund and related civic organizing.
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