Miles Ignored as Army Command Woes Deepen
A Washington dispatch reports a breakdown in Army command under Major General Miles. Alger and Miles are estranged, with Miles cut off from official operations and formal consultations. Miles, in leisure, writes travel notes and a book, while the President withholds relief and Miles remains nominally in command.
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Department
Alger
Porto Rico
Hartranft
Harrisburg
Washington
Philippines
Cuba
Eckak
Heshag
Europe
London
Hagan
West and East Debate on Manhood and Politics
St Clair McKelway of the Brooklyn Eagle said in Chicago that the heart history and future of the republic depend on how the West resolves the balance of political economy and humanity. He argued the West will force agreement on manhood prevailing over moneyhood in American policy.
Return to Work Near Manila Amid Rebel Threats
Natives with families return to rice fields inside American lines near Manila as repairs push on roads and rail ahead of San Fernando. Reports describe Lt Hill's troopers repelling a rebel attack. Summers' column advances from Bualuarte toward San Isidro with captured towns and prisoners. Dispatch notes Lawton driving insurgents north and Otis-Kobbe gunboat movements up Rio Grande.
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San Fernando
Apalit
Macabee
Lieutenant Hill
Pasig
Summers
Twenty-second
Minnesota
Oregon
North Dakota
Scott
Bualuarte
San Isidro
Calumpit
Narzaza
Ray
Washington
War Department
Lawton
Bulacan
Arivga
Kobbe
Rio Grande
Otis
Havana to Disband Cuban Army Known Forces Plan
The Cuban military governor Brooke and General Maximotromez discuss a possible shift toward disbanding the army. A forthcoming manifesto may influence troop actions and a modified order could reduce Cuban commissioner participation in a $1,000,000 distribution. No repressive measures are planned and free expression remains tolerated. Queen Victoria’s eyesight worsens with her left eye gone and a cataract threatening the right.
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Havana
Maximotromez
Brooke
Untsuthfnla
S332 111 or 91 Cents Per Scholar
The semi annual school apportionment will be announced soon. The total distributed to counties is about 27.10 per scholar nearly 91 cents with 66 069 school children in the state. Last apportionment was $300 56. Some counties failed to report receipts in time to be included. State finances show funds from various sources including taxes interest on school lands and bonds. Dry windy week with below normal rainfall and little frost damage while oats and vegetation suffer, corn progresses, and fruit trees suffer from drought.
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United States
Anon Tre
Revere
Populists Split Over Fusion at National Meeting
Kansas City scene reports the exclusive Populist National Organization committee ending a months-long stand. They draft an address urging unity among Populists of the United States while opposing fusion and the nomination of Barker and Dontretty for president and vice president. The plan favors principle over men and invites fusion members to rejoin the party.
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Kansas City
National Reform Press
United States
Cincinnati
Wharton
Marion
Ter
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Barker
Milton
Altough
Nebraska Guard to Organize Second Regiment by June 4
The Second regiment Nebraska National Guard will be organized with ten companies including Kearney Ord Nebraska City Aurora Lincoln Omaha Tecumseh Schuyler Norfolk and Albion. Elections will fill colonel lieutenant colonel and major posts with candidates Campbell Bischof Tracy Hayward noted. A board will canvass votes by 4 p.m. June 4.
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Sithe
Ord
Nebraska City
Lincoln
Schavier
Norfolk
Albion
Colonie
Reok
Campbell
Lincoln Light
William Bischof, Jr
Nebraska National Guard
Seotonels
Ernest H. Tracy
Will Hayward
Barry
A. Kearney
B. Ord
D.aurora
Omaha
Tecumseh
Ke Schuyler
I. Norfolk
M. Albion
General Merriam Explains Army Stand at Burke and Mullan
General Merriam states in a dispatch from Wardner Idaho on May 14 that Idaho authorities request two troops of cavalry to prevent disorder. He says no orders were given in response to press criticism and that his action supports state authorities. He notes 395 prisoners remain in custody under investigation.
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Merriam In
Wardner
Idaho
Washington
Dctaho
Burke and Mullan
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