John Tremaine Reveals Secrets in Snowbound Mission
In a late winter Philadelphia night a Tory scout named John Tremaine arrives with a pass from Sir William Howe. Colonel Simcoe questions him, tests the spy’s claims, and orders him toward Howe’s headquarters while suspicions of a larger plot grow.
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Manchester House Cleaner Corps A New City Service
The most novel branch of Manchester government offers a corps of house cleaners available to occupants of stores flats offices and homes to overhaul and clean their establishments as often as desired.
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Dewey Transfers His Home Amid Surprise and Rumor
The transfer of a home once given to Admiral George Dewey to his wife was completed through two deeds. No reason was given for the unusual step and rumors spread about debts and court action. A Washington lawyer firm denied knowledge of any suit. Public disapproval reportedly followed the transfer.
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Public Reaction to Dewey Beneficiary Controversy
Readers protest the use of funds raised for a house in Admiral Dewey’s name rather than his own, with indignant letters from subscribers who funded the cause. They demand refunds and criticize the handling, while newspapers nationwide condemn the action.
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Citadel Officer Accused of Killing Prisoner in Philippines
Serious charges filed at Topeka Kansas accuse Col Wilder S Metcalf newly promoted brigadier general of gallantry in the Philippines of shooting a helpless Filipino prisoner during the Caloocan battle. Private Hanna C Husky and Lieut Arthur M Ferguson claim Metcalf fired on a kneeling insurgent. Metcalf denies the accusations.
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Battle Fought Near Bucaramanga Reveals Heavy Losses
A Bogota dispatch reports a fierce clash near Bucaramanga over Friday and Saturday between rebel forces and government troops. About 1,000 rebels killed and 2,000 wounded amid a 10,000-strong engagement. Rebel general Pablo Villar said to be among the dead. one general on each side wounded.
Murdered His Father in Dexter Mystery Confession
Elijah Moore, 19, held at Dexter Missouri for the murder of his father Reverend Jesse Moore, made a full confession implicating his 15 year old sister Mary as an accessory, later exonerating her. He planned the crime two weeks prior, saying his father was a hard cruel disciplinarian who allowed no pleasure.
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