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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1901
Page
2
Washington reports a cable from General MacArthur crediting General Funston with the capture of Aguinaldo in the Philippines. The plan involved disguises, armed ex-insurgents, and a landing by the gunboat Vicksburg. The dispatch praises navy cooperation and hopes for a swift end to hostilities as the Taft commission weighs promotions.
A Manila dispatch dated March 23 describes General Funston's bold operation to track and seize Aguinaldo. The message notes Aguinaldo's letters from hiding in Isabella and his orders to insurgent leaders in the south to rally to a rendezvous in Isabella province, framing the capture as a historic, dramatic achievement.
Washington March 28 The day centers on the reward for Gen Funston who led the Aguinaldo capture The war department lists him second among brigadier generals of volunteers with vacancies in the regular service prompting speculation on a brigadier general promotion Kansas Congressman Long reports the delegation pressed for recognition for Funston but no formal request was made by him The Kansas people celebrate his latest achievement and await official action by Secretary Root and the President.
A condensed portrait of Emilio Aguinaldo noting his name meaning Christmas gift and birth around December 2, 1868, his Manila outskirts origin, his father described as a wealthy merchant or general, and hints of Freemasonry clashes with church authorities during college, including a China visit and reading about Napoleons, Wellington, Von Moltke and Grant.
Emilio Aguinaldo rose from Jesuit education to mayor at 25 and became a central figure rallying revolutionists. He mediated with Spain, aided independence efforts, and sought American cooperation to end Castilian tyranny. His movements and fate remained elusive through much of the fighting, with reports of death and captivity recurring over 18 months, while his wife and child died from war hardships.
Washington confirms Gen. MacArthur and Admiral Remey reports that Aguinaldo and three staff officers were captured by Gen. Funston on March 23. Aguinaldo is in custody at Malacan. Vicksburg carried Funston and Maccabebes to Manila. details to follow.
Berlin officials congratulate the United States on Aguinaldo's capture and express satisfaction that order will follow, noting German trade suffering from the war. Dr Levysohn of Berliner Tageblatt says this marks the end of the war.
A health tip from Prof Wiebold promotes stomach care over strict dieting. He credits daily Stuart’s Dyspepsia Tablets after meals for ongoing health in later life, noting harmless ingredients and wide use from Maine to California, with 50 cent full sized packages available everywhere.
The ad touts Father John’s Medicine as a spring tonic that strengthens the system and builds the body. It describes gentle laxative action and blood purification, claiming it feeds tissues and supports blood and nerves. The 1 dollar bottle is three times the quantity of the 50 cent size.
Admiral Dewey in a Albany hotel interview expresses satisfaction over Aguinaldo's capture, calls it a creditable success by Funston, and explains Filipinos were used strategically but not as allies. He predicts resistance will fade, with sporadic disorder but no major danger. He suggests sending Aguinaldo to Guam to remove him from the Philippines.
Dr G H Ward Humphries plans to commission the cutter race Wt 2 purchased from How ard Gould. The Niagara will be renamed Japonica. Capt Skeats, ex master of Bona, to command in American waters aboard yawl Ailso, once owned by F B Jameson and now owned by Henry S Redmond of the New York Yacht Club. The dark rigged auxiliary steel yacht White Heather bought by Harrison J Drummond of St Louis.
Paris on March 28 reports Premier Waldeck-Rousseau and Commerce Minister Millerand holding talks with strikers delegates from Marseilles. They urged conciliation and said the government would recommend arbitration of disputed clauses from August agreement but would not impose a new deal.
Paris March 28 The suit brought by Count Boni de Castellano against M De Rodays editor of the Paris Figaro over articles on the count s finances and his trip to New York was called in the Palace of Justice today and struck off the list by request of counsel on both sides.
The March 28 report from Marseilles notes a continuing improvement in the strike situation. The city is resuming its ordinary aspect as work resumes on the quays with about many men back at their posts.
An advertisement claims Burdock Blood Bitters strengthens the stomach and tones digestion, making indigestion impossible and improving overall health. The copy emphasizes broad stomach benefits and uses bold language typical of patent medicine promotions.
In the House of Lords Lord Lansdowne says Britain will not pursue further military actions in China for now. He notes allied powers expect no territorial gains, emphasize open doors in trade, and aim to strengthen legation guards while negotiating indemnity and Manchuria issues with Russia and Germany.
New York dispatch reports a split among powers over how China should meet indemnities demanded after the Boxer troubles. The U S favors gradual payments over up to sixty years while Germany seeks an immediate loan financed payment. China backs the American plan though some doubt total satisfaction may be possible.
Washington reports say Russian authorities gave definite assurances to the state department that McLeavy Brown’s dismissal as Korea’s high official was not due to Russia. Count Cassini met Secretary Hay and other envoys to discuss Manchuria and the Manchurian accord, stressing it is a temporary modus vivendi to restore order under Chinese authority and withdraw Russian troops gradually.
Yokohama reports that Britain informed Japan Manchuria is included in the Anglo German agreement on China. The news is welcomed with satisfaction. Jiji Shimpo notes Japan will resist interference in Korea and will act if its material interests are threatened.
In London today a decree was issued granting the Countess Russell a divorce on grounds of the Earl Russell's bigamy and adultery with Mrs. Somerville. The suit, not defended, featured her testimony of unhappy marriage and financial strain leading her to stage work.
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