Trouble in the Sixth Massachusetts Resigns
Secretary Alger reports he has cabled Gen Miles to accept the resignations of officers of the Sixth Massachusetts regiment. Gov Wolcott must appoint replacements for Col Woodward and his officers. No details of the causes are given, but charges are implied. The resignations avert a board trial. There is no further disclosure.
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Alger
Gen
Miles
Massachusetts
War Department
Gov. Wolcott
Col. Woodward
Sec. Alger
Sixth
Coolidge
George B. Allen
R. H. Chamberlain
Bass Rock
Wyllis G. Eaton
Hull
Mary Stirk
Rose Tanner
Lowell
Bertha Sellers
Lawrence
Peter W. Reilly
Ogunquit
Harry J. Donehue
Edward MacKinley
South Shore
R. L. Woodward
The
Thompson Hardware Company
E. Barnard, Vt
Aftermath of Sixth Massachusetts Officers Resignations
New York reports Gen Henry ordered examinations for Col Woodward Lieut Col Chaffin Maj Taylor and Capt Goodell and Barrett of the Sixth Massachusetts. All but Barrett resigned cited as inability to endure exam. Woodward blamed political pressure and alleged persecution, while soldiers' misconduct followed.
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New York
Sixth Massachusetts
Richard Harding Davis
New York Herald
Henry
Woodward
Chaffin
Taylor
Goodell
Barrett
Sixth
Massachusetts
Col. Woodward
Ponce
Greenleaf
Maj. Taylor
Volunteer Army
Butler Ames
Davis dispute sparks debate over regiment leadership
The Boston Journal notes sharp criticisms of Richard Harding Davis and defences of Colonel Charles F. Woodward of the Sixth Massachusetts. It cites claims that Woodward never showed cowardice and would have led his men to the front, while discussing army and National Guard tensions affecting officers and promotions. The piece also lists local residents and visitors dispersing on vacations and social outings.
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Boston Journal
Richard Harding Davis
Woodward
National Guard Association of the United States
Regular Army
Army
National Guard
States
Mr. Davis
Maj
George H. Taylor
Maj. Taylor
Massachusetts Sixth Regiment under fire in political clash
The passage defends the Sixth Massachusetts Regiment against allegations of poor discipline and political interference. It highlights prior Camp Alger achievements, notes officers like Woodward Chaffin and Taylor with long service, and counters claims about Lt. Ames. The piece emphasizes military steadiness over politics within the regiment.
Mortalities of Lowell Week Ending August 6 1898
For the week ending August 6 1898 Lowell reports a population of 87 000 with 56 total deaths including 41 under five. Infectious diseases total 1 and two week death rates are 33.5 versus 29.2 and 32.8. Typhoid fever 3 scarlet fever 11 diphtheria 0 measles 0.
A House Party From The Camper's Notebook
A whimsical tale follows a poster loving girl who hosts a house party inviting eclectic guests from distant worlds. The Literary Man City Man and others travel to a lakeside retreat, where colorful cushions and shifting dynamics promise an amusing, dramatic gathering.
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Boston
Montreal
Paris
Massachusetts
Merrimack
The Country Boy Faces His Mother's Illness
A country boy returns from his mother’s funeral to care for her after a terrible headache. He confronts fear, death, and faith as he watches her struggle, prays for healing, and resolves to remain by her side, all set within a stark family scene and a conversation about God’s love.
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Chet
Jennings
Rockies
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Chicago Post
Merrimack Street Lowell Business for sale at $850
Long established Lowell business on Merrimack street in the best part of town is offered for sale for $850. The owner is called out of town and profits have been large. For particulars contact T. H. Elliott at 64 Central Street.
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Merrimack Street
Lowell
T. H. Elliott
Central Street
New Yorker asks for loan as Boston friend jokes about fracture
A New Yorker asks his Boston friend for five dollars for a few days. The Boston friend replies that he is also broke and humorously cites a fatal fracture as his own misfortune.
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Boston
Bostonian
Chicago News
New York Market Report By Bright Seara Co
The New York market report from Bright Seara & Co notes steady trading on the financial exchanges with notable activity in trading of key stocks and warrants. Investors monitor inflation data and corporate earnings as markets open this week.
Bull Fights Persist in Madrid Amid Peace Talks
A Madrid despatch notes Sunday bullfights and festive mood despite ongoing peace negotiations. El Imparcial suggests Spain pay Cuban debt interest until Cuba is ready for self-rule under an American protectorate, warning of financial strain for Spanish and foreign creditors if the U.S. takes no action. Sagasta gains authority as leaders back his peace policy. Cortes may convene if U.S. demands evacuation of the Antilles. The Queen Reg ent will sign a decree to raise Bank of Spain note circulation and fortifications near Gibraltar continue to strengthen.
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London
Madrid
el Imparcial
United States
Spain
Cuba
Senor Sagasta
Antilles
Bank of Spain
Gibraltar
Sulloway Backs End to Stamp Tax After War
Congressmen Sulloway of Manchester argues against the stamp tax in peacetime. He says it bears hard on the poor, echoes English policy, and raises more money than needed as the nation moves toward peace. he favors abolition as soon as feasible.
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Manchester
N. H
Sulloway
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