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Houston Daily Post

Location

Houston, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1900

Page

2

Reasons Aguinaldo Amesty Won't Be Accepted

Washington reports quote a Manila letter claiming Aguinaldo will not surrender under amnesty because he once urged followers to guerrilla activity. The letter, from a supposed friend, says he fears falling under the amnesty exceptions and notes his provisional headquarters at Bin Malato. It also claims General Pino del Pilar seeks to be a good American citizen and would form a native Philippine regiment for service in China.

Washington Coplea Manila War Department Aguinalds Aguinaldo Bins No Hato Antine Aldo Agultalte San Pedro Macato Pino del Piller Intenna China

Senatorial War Crimes and Sentences Reconsidered

General MacArthur vetoes harsher punishments for insurrectionists in the Philippines while restoring Colonel James Pettit to his regiment. Jacinto Ebron receives five years in prison for insurgent acts in Cagayan and Turon, and Furmitt Camil is sentenced to ten years for murder in Iloilo. A board is appointed to classify public service employees to ensure uniformity in pay and duties.

James Pettit Wan Hill Regiment Washington War Department MacArthur Jacinto Ebron United States of America Ebron Penitenairy Cagayan Turon Furmitt Camil Iloilo James Pettit Thirty -First Infantry Sven Ramos Hlim Zamboings Mac.Arthur Alto Convrat MacArthur Colon Porthr Mantis

Major Whitney Civil War Hero Dies in Manila

Adjutant General Gorbin announced Major Fouieot A. Whitney of the Sixth Infantry died in Manila of heart disease. A Civil War veteran and seven time brevet recipient, Whitney enlisted in 1862 with the First Maryland Cavalry and later rose to major of the Sixth Infantry, serving until his death.

Washington Gorbin MacArchbur Fouieot A. Whitney Sixth Infantry Manila Whitney District of Columbia Flrst Maryland Cavalry Eighth Infantry

Reunion of Philippine War Veterans in Denver

Veterans of the Philippine campaign and friends filled Central Presbyterian Church in Denver for an evening reunion. Welcome addresses were given by Governor Thomas and Mayor Johnson. Generals Greene Hale and other Army officers spoke, and Senator Walcott urged expansion. A business meeting approved a ren s t i t u t i on and officers for the Society of the Army of the Philippines. They will report at noon tomorrow.

Denver Cal Philippines Central Presbyterian Church Thomas Johnson Francie ¥. Greene Irving Hale Philippine Army Walcott Greene

MacArthur's film Washington August 12 and casualty list

August 12 dispatch from Washington lists casualties from Luzon including killed August 4 at Candeleria and wounded in action July 14. Names include William B English George N Palmenneed Eugene Hetwheo Otto Adame Maurice Frye John Flemming and others from Company BE Third Infantry and Eighteenth Cavalry. Casualties cover various injuries from slight to severe with locations noted in the Philippines theater under General MacArthur.

MacArthur Washington Che A Aula Candeleria Luzon Wallowe Cravens Fifth Infantry John Flemming

Swell Known Bandit Purojit Killed by Corporal

Report from August 11 states Purojit the noted bandit was killed by a corporal during a pursuit near the coast of Cuba. The outlaw, long feared for terrorizing the countryside, was described as thorough and dangerous.

Handit Sentiage de Cuba Purojit Milley Strait EU Oistina

News Summary Amid Turmoil and Elections Worldwide

Reported dispatches note U S forces in Asia and Europe, with General Chaffee in China and casualties in the Vane Tsun clash. Dignitaries move toward Pekin while British shelling causes injuries. U S election talk dominates American pages with third-party prospects and party splits in Indiana and New York. Local Texas items include drownings, postponed meetings, and governor proclamation for November 6 elections.

Coton futures rise across markets amid mixed trade

Market notes report cotton futures higher in all markets while some sectors pause. The Northwest shows a timid recovery with minor weakness in wrestling and other sectors. provisions close lower as a market blend reacts to activity and strength shifts.

Coton Northwest

Creek Vodlans Declare Separate Government Amid Tax Refusal

The Creek Vodlans withdraw from Creel governance and establish their own administration. A Caleb Powers case hearing concluded on a later date after testimony. Several Perin Rican protesters marched to the civil governor's mansion demanding employment.

Caleb Powers Civil Governors Mansion

Porto Ricans Seek Work as Government Opens Debarred Route

A San Juan delegation with families marched to the government to request opening a corridor between Cr aim and San Lorenzo to hire laborers for road work and local relief. Officials indicated readiness to relieve hardship but noted the old relief system breeds dependency and that no long term employment exists.

San Juan Po W Sam Lorengo Upos Civil Craim San Lorenzo Wat Welleo Lott Bigun Deauh Tafay Theo Hralitouk TL 4 Wang

Stormy City Council Session Ends With Defeated Ordinance

A turbulent council meeting ends with the defeat of a labor ordinance and mixed reactions from Houston Lyceum and Carnesia Library Democraton. State officials’ input circulated as funds and associations discussed county ventures.

Honilly Houston Lyceum Carnesia Library Democraton Harris County Lyi Ne-Tsu-Ob Spain

Floating Notice From Atlantic Ocean Chronicle

A damaged extract from an 19th or early 20th century nautical correspondence reports a vessel overheard speaking of a July date in the Bay of Biscay. The fragment mentions a ship named Atlas and coordinates near Acklin's Island, Turtle Point, with latitudes around 22 degrees 34 minutes and longitudes near 73 degrees 60 minutes.

Niskad Bahamas Kingetin Jamalos Act A TSS Waeer Iain Bay of Biscay O. Hoteted Acklin's Island Turtle Point Cherh Lonwiinds

Boers Occupy Watervalonder After Michadotorp Evacuation

Lourenzo Merquen of the Pall Mail reports Boers have left Michadotorp and seized Watervalonder with force. A portion of Commandant Minera Bathe stamps and wares was destroyed by fire during a fire near Sune ta Fae as Barthton declared the Transvaal government the new authority.

London Augiel Michadotorp Lourenzo Merquen Pally Mail Watervalonder Minera Dalbef Sune Ta Fae Barthton Transvyaat

Unclear To-From Military Movements Reported

A garbled dispatch claims military planning on the Afghan frontier and a steamer voyage from New York to a European port, with corrupted names and places obscuring specifics.

Fifteen Die in Italian Rail Crash Near Rome

A rail accident near Rome killed fifteen Africans and wounded forty, with fifteen seriously hurt. Two men were arrested for neglecting to stop the second portion of a train traveling Bonn to Florence carrying notable persons including General Muffin a diplomat at the king’s funeral. Authorities praise the royal procession and Savoy era conduct amid public sympathy.

Rome Rallirdad Arcident Africa Rall Bonn Florence Perming Muffin Hoeid Kings House of Savoy Aoveretans

Ameeta Mobiliziag Report From Lahore Amid Unease

A news agency reports from Lahore, Punjab, that Afghanistani Army may plan a Russian front advance. The claim states the advance is not contemplated and the Lahore beacon remains cautious. The alleged behavior of the enforcer has sparked unease in elite circles.

Lanion Lahore Punjab Orcen

Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse Sets Atlantic Steam Record

The Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse, captained by Englehart, sailed from New York August 7 to Bremen and completed the Sandy Hook to Cherbourg passage in five days nine hours forty four minutes at an average of 22.70 knots. The report notes the vessel’s record speed and voyage details.

Bremen Avenue Kaiser Wilhelm Dir (Houte Englehart New York Sandy Hook Cherbourg

Notro Unly in Turkey Clarified by Turkish Legation

Washington reports August dispatch from the Turkish legation stating disturbances in Asia Minor Turkey were misrepresented as home trouble between Burani authorities and Armenian brigands. Imperial troops moved to quell the clash near Hilvaitul, Antranik leading brigands to a chapel. surrender failed, fire opened, two soldiers killed, and imperial forces returned fire, wounding others.

Washington Turkiah Legation Turkiah Rovernment Apiatio Turkey Tt Jw Buran Sires HiUrauit Panexoe Antranik Meif Ndi

Chilean Congress Votes Large Cargo Purchase

The Chilean congress approved a 2 600 900 Chilean currency shipment for cars with most of the purchase to be made in the United States. Also noted is an invitation to build a great iron bridge over the River Dalpu.

Santiago de Chil Chileas Congress United States Teniers Dalpu

Anti Imperialist League May Endorse Bryan or Third Ticket

Indiana anti imperialist league plans a meeting at Tomlinson Hall with Senator Henderson presiding. Governor Boutwell is expected to oppose a third ticket and the Bryan Stevenson endorsement. Schurz and Henry Johnson may push for Bryan endorsement. observers weigh third ticket prospects and shifts in party support. The Indiana anti Imperialist Leagueew has about 400 members statewide.

London Provident Kroger Democratic Campang Fund New York Tytler Mlumn Momisley Mort AL Indianapolis Bevan Stevenson Inderaqd Indienanolia Bryan Pul Owl Indi Noaress Anti-Imperialistic League Tomlinson Hall Henderson Miesourt Heeil Greeree Boutwell Massachusetts Carl Schurer Rourke Cochran Schurz Henry Johnson Richmond Indiana B.C. Howland R. A. Widenham Marinity Widenham McKinley Lhelow Ariftine Tryon Thomas B. Reed Richard Olney Houtwell T. B. Henlerson

Locust Point Clash Injures Three at Dockside Riot

Locust Point saw a confrontation as a group of fifteen colored men pursued by a mob from the Baltimore and Oslo docks. A gunman fired five shots into a crowd of men women and boys wounding Harry Presser Joseph Benevic and Arthur Paynter. The shooter and accomplice fled and were not captured.

Locust Point Etrikera Baltimora Oslo Cne Eed Haary Presser Joseph Benevic Arthur Paynter

Imports and Exports for July in US Trade

Washington August 14 The July statement from the Bureau of Statistics shows merchandise imports at 3 536 203 with 32 834 free of duty Exports reach 41 50 for the month up more than 5 5 million from last year Gold exports amount to 269 159 and imports of silver total 4 911 033 with exports rising by about 910 000 Over the last seven months merchandise exports exceed imports by 79 008 704.

Washington United States Bureau of Athtletics OGS Allvor

Defer Hin Visit as Bryan Skips Chicago Parade

The Chronicle reports Colonel W J Bryan will not attend Chicago’s Grand Army parade on August 28 to avoid a counter demonstration for President McKinley. He plans to arrive the next day or later. A phonograph-recorded acceptance speech discusses an extra Congress session over the Philippine issue.

Chicago the Chronicle W. J. Bryan Grand Army of the Republic McKinley Fraidhe Efier Bryan Harper Hiryan Guln Paris Indhimapolis

Texas Matters pensions and appointments announced

Pensions granted Texans include Renewal J oelali Jisiecon Roanoke eight dollars and Davis Dallas six dollars. W C Merrill named civil service board member for the Marshallville post office. Dr G C Z Yol ing named Panalon examining surgeon at Waco and Dr A J James at Houston. FE A Freeman named postmaster at Rhodes Rule County replacing Addie Wallace who resigned.

Post Washington Joelali Jisiecon Roanoke Harry 5 Davis Dallas GC. Z. Yoling Waco A. J. James Houston FE. A. Freeman Rhodes Rule County Addie Wallace

Revival Meeting Held at Weibern by Millican Delegation

A revival meeting has been conducted in Weibern by a group from Millican during the past week. Participants include Bryan Texis Aggue and Eb 1 Shetties, with local supporters attending daily services.

Bryan Texis Aggue Millican Weibern

Financial market notes from New York and gold flows

The Daily Mail reports New York as the pivot of the international money market with gold exports to Europe and currency movements. The morning summary notes unsettled reserves and potential shifts in exchange rates affecting markets.

Lam The Daily Mall Biow York Europe

Guaranteed Cure for Piles Promised by Manufacturers

An advertisement claims a new remedy for piles promising refunds if cures fail. It guarantees relief within fourteen days from one application and asserts no payment unless cured. The makers offer mail delivery and require only stamps for delivery.

Bryan Wil Attend Prominent Democratic Clubs Convention

W J Bryan announced he will attend the quadrennial convention of the National Association of Democratic Clubs in Indianapolis on October 3 and 4. The association headquarters in the city will be open during the three weeks leading to the event as new members join.

Me. Bryan New York W. J. Bryan Association Indianapolls Thin City

Hitchcock Seeks Democratic Senate Seat in Nebraska

Gilbert M. Hitchcock, publisher and owner of The World-Herald, announces he will run as a Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate to succeed John M. Thurston. The plan appears in the paper dated November August 13.

Thurnston Omaha the World- Herald Gilbert M. Hitchcock United States John My. Thurston

Cymrie Fire Encompasses Cargo On White Star Liner

The Cymrie arriving in New York reported a cargo hold blaze that began August 5 and burned for 36 hours. Hold No 1 flooded and water damaged merchandise while agent John Lee warned consignees to pay pro rata shares of the loss.

New York White Star Cymrie Atlantic John Lee White Star Jine Consignees

Railroad Telegraphers Win Wage Increase and Hours Reduction

After talks with Baltimore and Ohio officials, the Order of Railroad Telegraphers won recognition and wage readjustment for the majority of more than 200 overstore workers on the Baltimore and Ohio system. In Rome the increase ranges from 2 to 6 percent per month.

Pittebure Baltimore Obie Hillroad Baltimore and Ohio Rome

Stevedores Strike Causes Daily Disturbances

August 1 Hallimore reports a two thousand member stevedores strike entering its second week with minor clashes and a large gang attacking a street car as three men are wounded.

Hallimore Ely

Chess Player Dead in New York Hospital

Announcement of the death of Willis Riefaitt, noted chess player, was not made by the aphitian hospital in New York City by Sunday.

New York Hospital of the City Willis Riefaitt Chery

Trial of Caleb Powers Ends Testimony in Goebel Case

In Georgstown Kentucky on August 1 9 the trial of ex Secretary of State Caleb Powers closed testimony today. Prosecution will present five speeches and the defense five. Attorneys for the prosecution include Frankilp T C Campbell John K Hendricks Victor F Bradley and Captain D B Golden. Defense speakers are ex Governor Crowfof and other judges. Judge Cantrill will rule on instructions and both sides will have twelve hours for final argument tomorrow.

Georgstown Auiguet Stile Caleb Powers Taday Commonwealth Prankilp T. C. Campbell John K. Hendricks Victor F. Bradley D. B. Golden Crow Bims J. T. Tinsley Oheng Georges Denny Sourhday Cantrill Yourney Houf 45 Tate Cipitol Uther Pointe Lie Guac Cantil Défombint Gaile Power Dob Cine Wah Étate Elive Bie Rros Gusteltel Youtsey Wil Coturt Budge Sims Jamies Sparks Laurel County Sparks Goebel Waa Taylor Withers Sparks Judge Sins Hey Cantril Fort Oy Midiitind Court House Frankin Catingal Brown Crolined Ito Allowel China Dan Will Peld Jt Tha Court Gota Fides Brown Commonwealth Ant Cane Trill

New Industries Reported Across Southern States

The Tradesman notes week ending August 11 introduces box factories in Florida and Texas, a brass foundry in Charlotte North Carolina, a $25 000 chair and table factory in North Carolina a $150 000 cigar plant in Tampa Florida coal mines in Birmingham and Kilimont districts a coffin factory in Atlanta copper and gold mines in the Daltonog a cotton mill in South Carolina and a cotton and oil mill in Georgia plus a municipal electric light and water works plant at Wrightsville.

South Inn Thattanooxga Tenn Arguat Florida Texas Charlotte Macannery Virginia North Gooralay Tampa Fla Birmingham and Kilimont Atlanta Dattonoga Fouth Carolina Georgia Municipal Electric Night and Wrightsville

Unclear OCR summary lists multiple Georgia and Southern mills and factories

Fragmentary text references various plants across the South including Virgin mills in North Carolina Peninsacola Florida Alabama and more. The passage appears to catalog multiple factories and industrial sites with garbled names and locations, lacking coherent context.

Jaffries Faces Daring Fall At Arbor Event

A grave accident occurred when Jaffries twisted a felling tool and fell near Loeh Arbor. Spectators feared serious injuries as emergency crews arrived and Mund noon witnesses described chaotic scenes.

Jaffries Asbury Jortring Genette Balog

Towkabury Breaks 10 Yard Dash Record

Towkabury surged to a 10 yard dash time, setting a notable mark in the day’s sprint events. The brief report highlights a rapid start and a standout performance in the running field.

Towkabury

Tenver and Gules Draw Ten Rounds in California Bout

Billy Stitgot fights to a ten round draw at a California club. Fabelon Draw Tenver and Gules, August Wh, stage the match and end without a winner.

Fabelon California Billy Stitgot Lonlgat

Investigators Begin Probe Into Post Office Documents

Special counsel will review postal documents linked to Hee C F P Neeley in an inquiry into alleged fraud. Investigators plan to start next Thursday with ledgers and records as part of the case. Helen G Rabbons is noted as having moved from a former residence to a TM 200 address.

Neelesy Meregory Messrs Conantus Fauds W. Neeley Helen G. Rabhbons Sem

Former Minister to Mext New York Dies in City

August 15 obituary notes the former United States minister to Mexico Mr. Morgan who died in New York City. Born in Baton Rouge he was prominent socially in Louisiana for many years and practiced law in New York.

New York Pricipl United States Mr. Morgan Baton F Lewisiana New York City

Livery Service Ordered at Dardenelle Arkansas

The department has ordered establishment of a livery service at Dardenelle Arkansas, with the action dated August 1. The move aims to provide transportation options in the town and support local commerce and mobility.

Washington Dardenelle Ark

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