Fought to the finish gallant defense of Urdaneta crew
A Manila dispatch details the Urdaneta attack by insurgents. Cadet Woods died, and several crew members were wounded or missing. Greene and Powers escaped to report the loss. The guns failed after a gallant stand near Panay. Other reports describe the Pa via action and troop dispositions across Panay and Luzon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cadet Woods
Othora Aro
Gilmore
Washington
Navy Department
Watson
Manila
Oregon
Vigan
Wheaton
Greene
Powers
Urdaneta
Mitchell
Drumsmond
Stone
Grey
Woods
Farley
Herbert
Burke
Yankee prisoners recount Yorktown action near Paler
An escaped prisoner, A L Sonnenshein, provides the first authentic account of Lieutenant James C. Gilmore and his Yorktown party captured by insurgents near Paler on the Lauzon coast last April. The group fought, suffered wounds, faced execution, and were forced to surrender after a failed arms-for-lives proposition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maniila
Oregon
McCrackin
Vigan
South Ilocos
A. L. Sonnenshein
James C. Gilmore
United States
Yorktown
Paler
Lauzon
Sonnenshein
Abra
Gilmore
Alva
Buler Harbor
Houston
W. H. Standley
Hverry
San Ysidro
Lunn
Report on Transport Manavense After Pacific Typhoon From San Francisco
The quarter master general received a telegraphed report from Lieutenant Colonel O. Fr. Long about the transport Manavense which recently reached Manila after severe typhoon hardships. The vessel sailed Oct 25 for Manila via Honolulu with 28 officers and 680 enlisted men and carried 49 crew from San Francisco. It was found seaworthy by Lloyds inspectors and treasury officials, fully provisioned, and inspected by multiple transport officials who endorsed its safety and readiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
O. Fr. Long
San Francisco
Manila
Honolulu
Metcalf
Lloyd’s Register
Lloyds
Treasury Department
Treasury
Manauenuse
Garlington and
Maus
Barrison
Hayes
Lloyd's
Personal Message Sent To McKinley From Winslow
Boston reports that Erving Winslow secretary of the Anti Imperialist League says the Thanksgiving message to President McKinley was a personal note not tied to the league. He cites being stirred by the Philippine conflict and expresses a wish to be in Aguinaldo’s place rather than the man who caused it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
McKinley
Erving Winslow
Anti-Imerialist League
Winslow
League
Aguinaldo
Philippines
Aelsinley
Record Price For Range Beef Cattle In Denver Deal
Record price for range beef cattle set in Denver when twelve Hereford steers born and raised in North Park sold by Clay, Robinson & Co. to Colorado Packing Co. for 9.75 per 100 pounds. The steers averaged 1502 pounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Colo
North Park
Clay, Robinson & Co
Colorado Packing Company
End of Susquehanna Coal Strike Reached Agreement
In Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania a conference between Susquehanna Coal officials and a miners committee concluded with a new wage scale. The agreement is satisfactory to both sides and ends the lengthy strike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkesbarre
I.a
Susquehanna Coal Company
Des Moines Mayor Vetoes One O'Clock Curfew Ordinance
Mayor John MacVicar of Des Moines Ta vetoes the recently passed one o'clock curfew for all. Franklin college buildings at New Athens suffer a fire causing an estimated loss of 30000 dollars. On December 3 interment services for General Antonio Maceo and Lieutenant Francisco Gomes will be held in Bejucal Cuba.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John MacVicar
Des Moines
Franklin College
New Athens
Antonio Maceo
Francisco Gomes
Bejucal
Cuba
West End
Tacoma
Wash
Senator Cullom
Representative Gratt
New Orleans
Colombo
Manila
Brooklyn
Prairie
Baltimore
Norfolk
Brance
Rome
Mystery Surrounds Elis Glenn in Dukes Case at Hillsboro
Elis Glenn still in male attire faced Judge Dwight as motion for discharge argued. Dukes sisters doubt identity while Dukes mortgaged farm to aid recapture. Dr and Mrs Fullerton near Irving link Glenn to Corn Alice Cunningham, former wife of a farmer named Rader who was murdered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hillsboro
Ill
Eiis Glenn
Dwight
Oller
Miss Glenn
Chester
Dukes Siaters
Illa Dukes
Nellie
Miss Dukes
James Dukes
Dukes
Glenn
Elis Glenn
Cook County Lands Cut Two Percent in State Board Action
Springfield Dec 1 The state board of equalization reported on lands and lots with Cook County seeing a 2 percent reduction. There were no changes to personal property assessments. The committee advises maintaining local assessments for personal property and to proceed with the equalization of land values as previously published.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Tils
State Board of Equalization
General Equalization Committee
Cook County
Railway Divided Between Two Lines at Springfield
Springfield dispatch says the St. Louis Peoria and Northern railroad split at midnight yesterday. The Chicago and Alton receive the Springfield to Peoria segment while Missouri Central takes the Springfield to St. Louis stretch. W H Gridley orders close of local shops. D S Bailey named superintendent of the new Litchfield district within the Springfield division of the Abnais Central from Springfield to East St. Louis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Tus
W. H. Gridley
St. Louis
Medal for McKendree College Endowed by Chicagoan
Charles W. Brown of Chicago endows McKendree College with the Isaac Hinton Brown medal for an annual oratorical contest among students. The gold prize honors his father, Isaac Linton Brown, a Melxendree alumnus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKendree College
Lebanon
Charles W. Brown
Chicago
Isaac Hinton Brown
Brown
Isaac Linton Brown
Melxendree College
Opera Company member survives suicide attempt onstage
A Lombardi Italian Grand Opera member at the Catterton Opera House in Springfield attempted self harm by hanging, was found by fellow company members with a rope around the neck and was rescued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Lombardi Italian Grand Opera Company
Catterton Opera House
Baltimore and Ohio railroad mortgage filed for 45 million
The first mortgage on the southwestern division of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad was filed in Sangamon county to secure 45 million dollars in gold bonds at 8 percent per year dated June 1, 1800.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Office of Recorder of Deeds
Sangamon County
Eagle Captured Alive Near Ashmore Illinois
Charles Mc Davitt of Ashmore shot and broke the wing of a large eagle and captured the bird alive in Charleston Illinois. The seven foot wingspan shows the sighting is the first in years in the locality and highlights a rare regional encounter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
Ill
Charles McDavitt
Ashmore
Celebrated Their Golden Wedding in Milford Iowa
Mr and Mrs Edward Lil lote of Milford celebrated their golden wedding Wednesday evening. The Iowa Minnesota and Northwestern railway line, part of the Northwestern system, will be opened for business Sunday from Blue Earth City Minnesota to Mason City Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milford
Edward Lil Lote
Iowa, Minnesota and Northwestern Railway
Northwestern System
Blue Earth City
Minn
Mason City
Does it Pay to Buy Cheap Boschee's German Syrup for lung troubles
An ad promotes Boschee's German Syrup as a universal remedy for severe throat and lung diseases. It claims the syrup heals tissues, destroys germ disease, eases inflammation, aids expectoration, and provides rest. Sample bottles are available at Emmert & Burrell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boschee
Emmert & Burrell
The Convalescent Pierre Moran Worsens Then Improves
A resident at Grosse Pointe is described as convalescent after illness. He is said to be improving slowly with daily tea and care. After two to three days observers note his condition improves and may be fully recovered soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierre Moran
Grosse Pointe
Pierre
Meester Shaver
Ely's Cream Balm Promises Quick Catarrh Relief
An ad touts Ely's Cream Balm as a cure for catarrh hay fever and cold in the head. It claims immediate relief and a lasting cure without drying or sneezing. Priced at 60 cents, available at druggists or by mail from Ely Brothers 56 Warren Street New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ely
Ely Brothers
Warren Street
New York
Fashionable Descriptions Through Ages and a Woman's Need
The piece contrasts era labels with modern fashion terms and quotes Chicago Post about silly names. It notes Nature’s beauty in every life season and addresses women’s fears of aging, praising Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription for supporting mental balance and physical strength. It ends with a humorous anecdote about a would be cook who has been self-employed for six months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loie Fuller
Louis XIV
Chicago Post
Bose
Dr. Pierce
It Hits the Spot Foley Honey and Tar Ad Claims Relief
A sales blurb promises quick throat and chest relief from Foley’s Honey and Tar with a warm healing sensation. An advertisement quotes H. J. Moogh and W. F. Jungkunz & Co. as endorsers. A New York patrolman seeks police board approval to wear eyeglasses on duty while Boston officers are seen wearing spectacles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
H. J. Moogh
W. F. Jungkunz
New York City
Police Board
Boston
Allen's Foot Ease Promises Quick Foot Comfort
A 25 cent powder for shoes claims to cool swollen feet ease smarting and numbness and relieve blisters callouses and bunions. Trial packages are free and it is sold by druggists and shoe stores with address in Le Roy New York. The French navy reportedly installs a wireless telegraphy system between lighthouses along the French coast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Allen S
Olmsted
le Roy
Irrench
Grain-O urged as healthy drink for children
An advertisement promotes Grain-O as a nutritious substitute for tea or coffee for children. It claims Grain-O made from pure grains tastes like premium sodas and costs about four times as much as coffee. All grocers carry it at 15c or 26c. A separate note mentions $120 raised to establish a brewing and malting chair at the University of Birmingham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Birmingham
Foley's Kidney Cure Promoted As Guaranteed Remedy
Many lose confidence and health after being told kidney disease is incurable. Foley's Kidney Cure is advertised as a guaranteed remedy for the discouraged and disconsolate by H. J. Moogh, W. F. Jungkunz & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
H. J. Moogh
W. F. Jungkunz
Chicago Drainage Conference Ends With Split Board Vote
Sanitary trustees, Governor Tanner and state canal officials haggled over preserving the Illinois and Michigan canal summit level or connecting the canals near Lockport. Trustee Jones threatened a injunction, while Braden Carter and Eckhart backed a bridge-rail solution. five votes needed for approval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Wis
Sanitary District of
Chicago
Vanner
State Canal Commissioners
Board of Sanitary Trustees
Chicago-Bridgeport
General Assembly
Braden
Eckhart
Carter
Jones
Wenter
Smith
Kelly
Illinois and Michigan Canal
Lockport
Bridgeport
Sanitary District
Board of Trustees
Hekhart
Drainage Board
Alex J. Jones
Circuit Court
Cook County
Caircult
Nicaragua Canal
Union Pacific
Lunley
Sanitary Trustees
Dew
Tanner
State Canal Board
Republican caucus called for House leaders selection
Washington November 30 Representative Grosvenor of Ohio chairman of the Republican caucus calls Republican members of the house to a caucus at the Capitol next Saturday at 5 oclock The meeting will nominate candidates for speaker and other officers and discuss pending business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Grosvenor
Ohio
House of Representatives
Capitol
S'o'elock
House
Test of merit lies in neighbors praise for Doan’s pills
Mr L Underwood, janitor at River school, reports kidney pain and backache improved after using Doan’s Kidney pills from Emmett & Burrell’s. He notes quick relief, and says by half a box his symptoms were gone. Doan’s pills sell for 50 cents per box at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. in Buffalo is sole US agent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
L. Underwood
Brick Street
the River School
Emmett & Burrell
Doan
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. C
Winter on the Gulf Coast Advertises Mild Climate
The Gulf coast along the Louisville and Nashville line from Mobile to New Orleans offers a mild climate pristine air and good hunting and fishing. Through cars from northern cities to Florida via the L and N are advertised with first class accommodations at moderate prices. Written requests go to J K Ridgely N W P A Chicago. Hair work offered by Mrs. A C Thomas at 255 Galena Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gulf Coast
Louisville & Nashville Railroad
Mobile
New Orleans
Florida
J. K. Ridgely
Chicago
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Moilo
Pavia
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Bayambang
Manila-Dagupan
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Tayug
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Amy Hands
Lawton
Aim
Ais
Ellis Glenn
Jounsel
Renaona
Doinga
State Equalization Board
THE
Geta
Miners
Michigan Canal
WAY
Freeport
A C. Thomas
Galena Street
Variety
Schoeffel
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Memphis
South
Illinois Central
Ilinois Central
Chicas
Specia No
Bigarrivea
Riautes
Alemphis
Southern Fast Mail
Nashville
Martin
Paducah
Chattanooga
Atlanta
Jacksonville
Ganson
Agi
Enavides
Us Commission
Ness
Galena Avenue
Soldiere’ Monument
Mayer
Sec'y
People's Column
Stephenson St. Mark
Maun
Bowaework
Heise
Descansas
N. Grena Ave
Knights of the Globes
Knowlton’s Bank
C. A. Sheeatz
Court House
Seerson Street
Exchange
H.C. A
Alone Avenue
Tee
Fredli
R. Dirksen
Carroll Sk
Wyandotte Wee Maca Streets
Wahler’s
We N. Cronkrite
Ind
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Douglas Av Ave
J. W. Sanderson
Weashasr Block
Henry Weishar
F. R. Guitean
Deyoe
Brewster
University of Michigan
Swjm
Europe
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Sacramento
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Chicago, Great Western Railway
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