Filipinos Go Home in Manila Fight Aftermath
May 20 Manila battle leaves fifty Filipinos dead and many wounded. Wiplio commission arrives by special train and faces harsh questions on colonial governance. Lieutenant General Otis withdraws toward the railroad as rain and supply shortages strain the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manila
Wiplio
Koon
Cyan
Philippine Commission
Baton Ja
Malolos
Dieth
Grande
Baghag
San Pemlando
Third Infantry Action Report From San Manuel and San Fernando
Otis forwards to the War Department a dispatch from Adjutant General Geter dated May 25 describing Third Infantry units returning from San Manuel attacked at noon and evening with two killed and thirteen wounded, many prisoners. Enemies appeared near San Fernando, routed by Kansas and Montana regiments with fifty dead and fifty wounded reported, prisoners taken. Regular troops replace volunteers as Linwton returns, Arthur remains on the front.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Otis
Tient
Manichi
Adjutant Geter
Futauteys
Bally
San Manuel
San Fernando
Kansas
Monta
Linwton
whiteArthur
Casualty Ledger From May War Actions
A May 20 scouting party of American troops near SantI Reel fought insurgents with reinforcements from Gen Funston and the South Dakota regiment. Five American service members were wounded while ten insurgents were killed and several captured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otix
Whsbington
Ciens
Third Infantry
Asher
Guy Oo Whitlock
Uy Wehard WM
David Doodellthors
Frames L Baker
Soath
General Wood Reports Quiet Order in Santiago Province
Gen. Wood, military governor of Santiago, returns from a tour visiting principal towns and finds order prevailing. He orders US troops ready for service, notes abolished rations in Cuba, and observes prosperity and a desire for American schools and institutions amid general calm. He criticizes press editors in the department for ignoring facts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wood
Santiago
Calis
T.vonaré Wood
Department of Santiago
Dennis
British steamers Briardepe Teathville suffer heavy weather voyage
From Hamburg on May 26 a Roard Voyage report notes the British steamers Briardepe and Teathville arriving after rough seas. Both ships sustained deck damage from the heavy weather experienced on the Aclindle voyage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamburg
Briardepe
Teathville
German American Joe Mason Lodge Holds Third Convention
In Detroit Michigan on May 26 the circle of German American Joe Mason lodges representing about 100 Ansons ne German birth or parentage held its third fonial convention at Masonie Temple.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bimonte
Detroit
Mich
Joe Mason Lodges
Masonie Temple
Historic Washington pageant marks jubilee parade display
A May celebration in Washington featured a grand historical pageant tracing American epochs from Columbus to victory in the Spanish War. Floats and period uniforms showcased Revolutionary War, War of 1812, Mexican and Civil wars. Perry’s victory and Washington crossing the Delaware were depicted. The blue and gray reunion float drew praise at the review. Senator Thurston presided. speeches by Dillom, Teachert, and Webster Davis followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Paria
Gette
Columbus
Spain
Perry
Lake Erie
Delaware
Court of Honor
Senator 'Fhurston
Nebraska
Dillom
Secretary of the Navy
Tea Hert
Alabama
Elon
Webster Davis
Missouri
Polar search expedition sails from Copenhagen for Andree rescue
Prof A G Nathorst leads a six man relief party and thirteen crew aboard the Antarctic to scan seas between 73 and 80 north for the missing aeronaut Andree. They plan to meet Sverdrup near Cape Bismarck and reach the shore via ice edge to Jan Mahen in the Arctic Ocean. Norwegian merchant Hager funds nearly all costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nashorat
Lutin
Copenhagen
A. G. Nathorst
Greenland
Andree
Mulssing Aeronaut
Thellngsford
Sweden
Nathorst
Hager
Cape Bismarck
Otte Sverkrup
Christian
Armatree
Green Jani
Settie- Tem
Prof
Hom
Jan Mahen
Wilson Denies Senate Candidacy for Gear's Seat
Secretary Wilson at Washington on May 26 dismissed rumors he would run to replace J H Gear as United States senator from Iowa. He said there is no truth, he is not a candidate, and his efforts are tied to agricultural issues with no time for senate duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gear
Washington
Wilson
J. H. Gear
United States
Jaws
Lam
Senate
Sam
McKinley Contribution Acknowledged To Admiral Dewey Fund
President McKinley expresses pleasure in contributing to a testimonial fund honoring Admiral George Dewey. Secretary Cortelyou presents official clods from the president to Vanderlip as chair of the Dewey fund, conveying the commander in chief’s interest and support for the tribute to the admiral.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wreliington
Min
Cortelyeu Sesteri
Iy Eathal
Assishiot Secredary
Treasury
Admiral Dewey
German Victory in Railway Project Reaches Peking
An imperial edict in Peking grants assent to the Tien-tsin-Chii-kiang railway while Baron von Heyking, Germany’s retiring minister to China, completes his diplomacy. He remains in China briefly before departure and has raised German prestige through steady negotiations with the Chinese government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kens Talsinh
Peking
Lus Beeti Lyvgedt
Baron von Heyking
Gereman
China
Chita
Samoa Commissioners Welcome Effort to End Troubles
May 17 letter from Adiuta Malietoa and the commission expressed hope to resolve Samoa unrest under the unambiguous order of the commission. Mataatua reportedly will obey, while loyalists drill and fortify Milimiun as German and British claims stir compensation talks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mainain
Samoa
Mainain WU
Iinte
Aplin
Auckland
N. C
Martett Tripp
United States
Austiatungay
Byron . Speck van Sternberg
Germany
GN. Wel
Washington
Great Britain
Phice
Bartefott Telpp
Malietoa
Gernars
Elim
Maxse
Associated Press
Matanti
Shnaelf
Justies
Matnartin
Heropeans
Revernuh
Word From Kauts and Commins Cable Describes Badger Return
Badger mission officials report a May 16 cablegram received by the State Department with a note that the Prime Minister will waive some action to teach Sir Princeton about fame as the commission desires to return on the Badger. The May 20 Washington dispatch summarizes the sequence and aims at resuming discussions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hie
Badger
Washington
Imevy Department
wApd
Prithiwleiphin
Pritneisen
Italian Parliament Explains New Concessions Move
In the crowded chamber the president announced President Zanardelli had resigned amid restructuring. Premier Pollenxo said talks with Gina on a San Mun Bay concession would resume for a subsumary solution without military or financial burden. The chamber was urged to reject Zanardelli's resignation. the house resolved to decline it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thome
Mary
Chamber of Deputies
Zanardell Turk
Pollenx
Gina
San Mun Bay
Sig. Zanardelli
Cavite Defenses Sketch Reveals Spanish Fortifications
May 20 report from Washington states Admitrel Dew ey submitted to the navy’s bureau of yards and decks a plain of the naval arsenal fortifications at Cavite. The sketch shows an extensive establishment with garrisons now entrenched by our troops, the old Spanish defenses, and extensive conflagation used by the fleet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dewey
Washington
Bureau of
Navy Department
Naval Arsenal
Cavite
New Jersey Mason James I Duran Dies in Jersey City
James I. Duran former grand master of the New Jersey grand lodge of Masons collapsed from apoplexy in Jersey City while serving as the presiding officer at the Scottish Rite consistory on Monday evening. He was a longtime figure in Masonic circles and his death followed a long career in fraternal service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
James 8. I. Duran
Xew Jersey Grand Lodge of Masons
Jersey City
Monnday
Unclear OCR fragment on Dallas notice near Athens
Readable bits describe a possible incident near Athens involving two sons and a person named Hungphreys. Not enough coherent facts to establish event, location specifics, or date. Summary cannot determine a definite action or outcome from the fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loustan
Tex
Athens
Jamaicans to Attend Washington Conference for Treaty
London reports that Joseph Chamberlain has told Jamaica to send Jamaicans to Washington to join Sir Cavendish Boyle of British Guiana in seeking a treaty. The aim is to persuade Jamaicans that Chamberlain had no choice but to resist U.S. terms previously proposed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
London
Kingston
Jam
Joseph Chamber-lain
Jamales
Tamaicans
Cavendish Boyle
British Guiana
Chamberlain
United States
Riots in Riga Leave Dozens Dead and Wounded
Advices from Riga report that during rioting between workers in Riga, Livonia, the military suppression on Saturday and Sunday left twelve killed and fifty wounded. The incident occurred as authorities attempted to restore order in St Petersburg areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riga
Rieta
St. Petersburg
Livonia
Workmien
Don Binilig Castelay Reported Ill In Texas
Onatelay Texas weather Mulrid May 26 report Senor Don Binilig Castelay a distinguished Republican aid statesman has suffered an attack of purcuuary entarrh and contracted test whiter. condition described as serious with uncertain prognosis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Onatelay
Wea
Mulrid
Senor
Don Binilig Castelay
Sesh
Mendex WE Recover and dispute to territory
A fragment notes a dispute over territory and authority with mentions of Mendes and Me an abate. The text is garbled but suggests ongoing contention and attempts to settle border or jurisdiction issues amid broader tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vaik
Paris
Auuiomnees
Hartogy Mendes
Reetyer
Gondala Cars Ordered for Egyptian Rail Project
A shipment of ten gondola cars is contracted for the Egyptian rail plan. The order marks the first batch in a larger delivery tied to the Stressed Stout journey project. Details remain unclear due to the fragmented OCR text from the May 2 publication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gondala Cyen
Bey
PidshuYs
Egyph
Stites
Fire at Cleveland Mill and Lumber Yard Triggers Large Alarm
A fire broke out shortly after noon today at the big bottle factory area near Cleveland, Ghveland, with the blaze also affecting the Olie Last wan Tver factory and Wilson's lumber yard in Mlevntore. Firewardens rushed to contain the blaze as smoke billowed over the district, with no reports yet of injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Ghveland
Mie
Democratic National Committee Adjourns With No Policy Decisions
The Democratic National Committee adjourned without any action on campaign policy or platform planks. The meeting focused on organizational work for next year and preparations for the fight, with no resolutions on anti war or imperialism topics. A possible Chicago meeting is planned for July 20 to decide on war policy for the 1900 campaign. A banquet drew a large crowd with speakers including Bryan, Belmont, Altgeld, and Mayer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis
Mary
Democratic National Committee
Yestery
Chicago
Chateman
Chix
Cal Wetmore
Col. Ww
Bryan O
Belmont
John Pp
Altgeld
Mayer Neonat
Terrineug Tragedy Man Killed Widow and Family in Missouri
In Joplin Missouri on Tuesday night a miner J F Moss, his wife, an infant child and a seven year old boy were found dead near a southeast town tent. Authorities report the father shot the mother then killed the children and himself, body parts scattered and dogs dragging remains. A neighbor reported a gunshot in the direction of the scene. The motive remains a mystery as investigators search for signs linking the crimes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Man Kilix
Witte
Comimtix
Joplin
J. F. Moss
Nhl
Ulie
Atlarve
Khlad
Kana
Tuesday Nye
Gomes Roasted in Cuban Conflict Overarm Decree
May 26 report on clashes between Gen. Gomes and anti Gomes factions in Cuba. Gen. Gomes issues a manifesto urging rebels to lay down arms and return home. A counter manifesto from Negrog, a Cuban editor, rejects US offers and vows to keep arms. A meeting at Gen. Mayln Rodrigues house shows strong anti Gomes sentiment within the army. Gomes is labeled a traitor for negotiating with Gen Brooke without army representatives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anti-Gamez
Cmeers
Cuil Twlin
Trnita
Travana
Gomes
Cainess
United States
Mayln Rodrigues Fis
Anti Gomes
Floors
Cuba
Goines
Brooke
Thomicins Policy Speech Report from May 26
Fragmented dispatch covers statements by Ejected Sneaker Chivaze and remarks on policy aims. Mentions Congressmen Hopkins Reeves and reception at Streator by MelKXiney club with cheers and praise for Teves and Minainviso.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chivaze
Maine
Hese
Gongrensmith
Hopkins
Eniaidate
Hin
Reeves
Pole
Teves
Minainviso
Swept by a Wind Storm at Dawn Nebraska
A wind storm around 7 pm caused extensive damage in dawn and nearby towns. South winds surged to hurricane strength, toppling a railway shed, destroying several houses, uprooting trees, and ripping cornets. No confirmed deaths yet, with injuries reported among residents. Nearby towns report flooding and structural damage from the same system.
Regrets Record of Midwest League Annual Meeting
Attendees from Michigan and Minnesota gather for the seventh annual league meeting. Tawney of Minnesota addresses the league on the decline of National Telegraphic interests and related legislative predation concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tawner
Dutvatt
Mich
Athlers
League
Nam ‘Tawney
Minnéseta
Incident in town leaves driver injured and vehicle damaged
A report from the town notes a May incident where a person on the side of a road is struck by a wheel from a passing vehicle. Breen was involved and suffered injuries as the wheel broke after impact, with debris and damage in the area. Further details remain unclear due to partial text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Strick
Grind Islan
Tyell
Ureulen Us Arm
Greeley
Laws
Mise Mand Breen
Sinha Amd
Lee Arin
Presbyterians Split Over Heresy Trial at New York Assembly
The May 28 vote by the General Assembly of the Presbyterian church in New York deferred the Thyr. Te. Meeitert case to the New York presbytery. A minority report urged disciplining the professor, who is accused of denying key church doctrines. The assembly adjourned amid debate and a sense of urgency to preserve church peace and doctrinal purity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis
Presbytery of
New York
Arthur OQ. Meeitert
Union Theological Seminlary
General Assembly of the Presbyterian Elures
Dre ©. Y. Draharh
Galeries
Walden Tradeliffe Waahingtos
Clairinu
Spmtkers
Wiles
Benjnmb
Lewie Hobson
Chicago
Mediffert
Chinnhintty
Issei
Dimult
Sailors Return from Sea Campaign Amid Casualties
May 26 St Paul reports the thirteenth division’s retirement to Mila, ships ready to sail as transports remain. Regiments and officers receive congratulations as Governor’s thanks and pride flow for the regimental commander's safe relief, despite scattered injuries and prison detachments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Paul
Tiirteenth
Nni
Gis
Heer
Apt
Tormuin
Tileut
Mennty's Keto Enthusiasts Praise Prospective Growth
In Washington on May 28 Gen Davis paid respects to Porto Tica origin. Amid uncertain text, supporters speak of a prosperous future and belief that the people will become good citizens under the guidance discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smerty Mies
Wheahington
Ve Timitry
Porto Tica
Gen
Davis
Eadlek
Geir
Benry
Missing Child Case Raises Reward in Newark
Mirren Clark is kidnapped in New York area near Te Sill Minstug Newark on May 26. Police pursue leads with vigorous effort but no clues about her whereabouts or abductors. Rewards totaling 500 are offered for information leading to the child's discovery and the apprehension of the kidnapers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mirren Clark
New York
Newark
Muarlou Chirk
Warwitut
Pillasury's Wonderful Meat and Chess Chimps at Metropol
London Ang 2 LM Willsiney the American chess champion drew a large crowd at the Metropolitan Chess Club as Pata Sedat faced six opponents at chess, draughts and a band played. He defeated all gravely except the white, where one rival was withdrawn and a second unfinished. Indictments Scand Philadelphia May 26 Jindee Me Phersan tins governed the inerlous male to quash thy bidet. Ing BOT Vngeliaan aaa di.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pillasury
London
Ang
LM. Willsiney
Ato Ey
Metropolitan
Whyuiys
Pata Sedat
Philadelphia
Phersan
Docks Scene At Suffale Amid Ongoing Strikes
Activity at the Suffale docks continues as workers report ongoing work actions. Rommelgritha was elevated yesterday and officials expect harbor vessels to move tomorrow despite the strike, signaling limited disruption yet ongoing tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Suffale
Rommelgritha
Yale's New President Appoints Ohavien Aide
May 2 Yale University announces a new regime change with Youle Corp and Prof Artin naming successor to Theothy Daylgh. The move signals restructuring at Yale with OMAGs president involvement.
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Yale
Ohavien
Youle Corporation
Artin (Ly Wy
Yale Uiversity
P Succee Theothy Daylgh
Allegorical Printing Tale Echoes Liberty and Crime
A fragmented dialogue describes allegorical printing of Liberty as a servant, with references to old and new names and a character named Puck. The exchange hints at a playfully satirical mood, noting many crimes are committed in the name of liberty as spoken by a servant and by artists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gorry
Puck
The Power of Storm and Health Warnings
A fragmentary notice warns readers about lingering storm dangers to Caymen Island and urges vigilance for health. It advises using Hostetter's stomach hitters to maintain bowel regularity and defend against disease, noting possible indigestion and constipation and urging preventative steps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caymen Island
Those One Claim to Fame in Tennie Herbie
An octogenarian is described in a stray line as a very sickly creature whose death is noted, reflecting casual era slang. The dialogue mocks aging by implying octogenarians are always dying, using humorous but crude phrasing about elderly people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tennie
Herbie
Washington Thins a Loyal Dog Version of a Truce
During the Philadelphia occupation and Valley Forge siege a hunting dog with a Gen Howe collar wandered into Washington’s camp. He fed the dog and sent it to Philadelphia with a note offering courtesy. General Howe replied with thanks for the humane gesture toward the enemy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Gen. Howe
Philaplin
Valley Forge
Philadelphia
Howe
Allen's Foot-Ease and Cat Washing Tips Featured
A jumbled item highlights Allen's Foot-Ease powder for swollen feet, corns, and related discomfort, with a New York anecdote on bathing cats. It details washing steps, using warm waters, ammonia drops, rubber apron, drying, and frequency, noting a healthy cat may need baths about every five weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allan
Allen
Sresu
Olmsted
LeRoy
New York
Gentlemenly Misunderstandings at Social Parties
A brief dialogue from a New York Weekly cartoon notes a young man’s reluctance to attend parties and a companion’s jab about his overly courteous nature causing women to doubt his wit. The exchange hinges on social expectations and humor about charm versus intelligence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lighthead
New York Weekly
Baltimore and Ohio Grants Ten Day Stops in Three Cities
The Baltimore and Ohio Rail Road, at the request of Baltimore and Philadelphia business groups, arranged for ten day over at Washington Baltimore and Philadelphia under the usual passenger ticket procedure with silent arrival. The railroad now grants ten days stop overs at those cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltimore and Ohio
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Ohio Rail Road
Washington
Woiled Apaln and Odd Dialogue From New York Journal
Fragmentary NY Journal item presents garbled speech about chores and farming tasks with characters discussing dishes, potatoes, and reassurance. The quirky exchange hints at everyday rural life and oral-era humor without clear event or date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ike
Crevk
New York Journal
Isos Cura for Consumption Cure Featured in Odd Ad
A dubious claim from Cherry Valley Illinois cites Isos Cura for Consumption as a cure. Amos Kelner wrote on November 23, 1895, discussing deadly disease and a personal anecdote. The fragment also references a playful dialogue from a Brooklyn Life piece about fashion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amos Kelner
Cherry Valley
Ill
Hall's Ostarrh Gore Is a Constitutional Cure
Fragmentary OCR hints at a dialogue involving a musician and remarks from an enemy about attractiveness when leaving the piano. The text is garbled with repeated names Price Tin Hall and nonsensical phrases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
What She Meant The Feminine One
A humorous note on flirtation and marriage, contrasting male and female perspectives. A woman questions whether a man is worth risking herself for, while a man answers it depends on the man, hinting at the pressures and quirks of matrimony.
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