War Inquiry Heard on Commissary and Camp Thomas
Washington reports detail Major Gallagher's testimony on Santiago rationing and depot operations including shortages of coffee and sugar for two days and advice for more dried fruits rice and tea. Dr Hysell described Camp Thomas sanitary conditions and water sourcing while Culver and Rough Riders offered other departmental insights.
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Washington
War Investigation Commission
Culver
Grigsby Rough Riders
Hysell
Camp Thomas
Gallagher
Santiago
Chicamauga
Cuba
Col. Denby
Mejor Gallagher
Denby
Major Gallagher
McCook
Navy to be Heard in War Investigation
Washington October 10 The navy will take a hand in the war conduct inquiry Secretary Alger charges at least ten days delay in embarkation departure and landing of troops was caused by the navy He places responsibility on Admiral Sampson and Lieutenant W H H Southerland who has returned to duty in Washington and now heads naval militia matters Southerland is praised as competent and trustworthy while Alger cites Navy secrecy about his Eagle reports
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Washington
Tampa
Cervera
Southerland
Navy Department
Alfonso XIII
Eagle
San Juan
Navy
Alger
War Department
Sampson
W. H. H. Southerland
The
Pensions office denies claims bias on deafness and rheumatism
Washington reports clear statements from the commissioner of pensions debunking rumors from the Cincinnati G A R encampment. Details affirm no instruction to disregard deafness or rheumatism claims and note unchanged adjudication schedules since 1891.
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Washington
Cincinnati
Commissioner of Pensions
Bureau
J. F. Raub
G. A. R. Man
Board of Review
Fr. D. Stephenson
Supreme Court opens fall term with key cases ahead
The Supreme Court convened in Washington at noon to begin the fall term after a summer recess. Justices and a crowded federal bar attended as motions were heard and the docket began to be called, with major cases including the legality of railroad traffic associations and Dunlap v United States slated for later dates.
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Washington
United States Supreme Court
Federal Bar
Fuller
L’abra
Dunlap
United States
Monay
Railroad refund checks not subject to stamp tax say opinion
Washington October 10 James E Boyd assistant attorney general issues opinion finding refund checks given passengers who pay cash in excess of the regular fare are not taxed by stamp tax and that excess baggage shacks are also not taxable.
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Washington
James E. Boyd
Infant dies after caterpillar swallows in Ellsworth
In Ellsworth Maine an infant daughter of Frank Pemberton swallowed a caterpillar last week the insect remained in her throat causing fatal complications. The tragedy was reported today as authorities investigated the case and prepared to conduct a postmortem.
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Ellsworth
Maine
Frank Pemberton
Three Doctors in Consultation from Benjamin Franklin
A quip presents Dr Inclination, Dr Experience, and Dr Reason advising on medicine. It praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as pleasant, safe, speedy, and scientifically prepared to ease lungs and restore health. Sold by Ellingwood & Co. and Korner stores.
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Benjamin Franklin
Inclination
Experience
Reason
Chamberlain
Ellingwood & Co
Merrimack
Central
Korner
Cal Torta Bears The Kind You Have Always Bought Lip
Cal Torta faces scrutiny after long standing product labeling questions raise concerns about compliance and consumer safety. Regulators review advertising claims while company executives prepare a public statement addressing the issue.
Doctors Acknowledge Nervura Cure in Testimonial Page
A Chicago man recounts complete physical and mental recovery after failing hospital treatment, crediting Dr. Greene's Nervura blood and nerve remedy. He praises the cure as verified by his hospital and family physician and urges others to consult Dr. Greene in Boston for free advice.
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Samuel E. Morgan
Roscoe St
Chicago
Ill
Greene
Mr. Morgan
Dr. Greene
Nervara
Utmost Satisfaction Report On U S Ordnance Efficiency
General Flagler received a board report on American ordnance efficiency from the Santiago and Porto Rico campaigns. The Krag-Jorgensen performed well with no rust or breech interference, while field guns lacked full combat testing but proved satisfactory. The investigation noted minor defects to be corrected.
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Washington
Flagler
Spain
Camp
Wikoff
Santiago
Porto Rico
Ordance
Officers Mustered Out From Washington Army List
Washington October 10 The mustering out list dated October 4 places Major General Joseph C Breckenridge at the head though omitted initially He will return to duty November 30 as inspector general Major General James H Wilson takes command of the first corps from Delaware The fourth and second corps command changes are noted with Wheeler and Graham mentioned as retirements and possible continuance in volunteer service
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Gallagher
Lord
New York
Ryan
Kansas
Montauk
Beaver
Hugh Lange
Brooklyn
Montauk Point
McKinley
Camp Wikoff
Washington
Joseph C. Breckenridge
Breckenridge
James H. Wilson
Delaware
Army Corps
South
Wheeler
Fourth Corps
Graham
Army officers debate fair chance for young officers to lead
An attorney-general opinion cites no disqualifications yet officers fear neglecting younger men who deserve command. Generals Bates and Chaffee may lead the second and fourth corps, while Gen Wilson could keep the first corps. Wilson is on leave after returning from Porto Rico and reporting to the President.
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Army
Bates
Chaffee
Wilson
Porto Rico
Shooting on the Harvard riot on board ship
Col Dudley reports to the secretary of war on the Harvard incident after the Santiago battle. About 500 to 600 Spanish prisoners were guarded by Massachusetts and Michigan volunteers. A riot led to several Spaniards being shot. Dudley supports the American officers and blames the Spanish prisoners. The full report will not be released now to avoid straining peace talks.
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Washington
Col. Dudley
Secretary of War
Harvard
Santiago
Massachusetts
Michigan
Col
Dudley
War Department
Knights Templars Conclave Lights Pittsburg in 1900 Parade
Pittsburg hosts a triannual Knights Templars conclave with over a hundred commanderies arriving from across the region. Half a million electric lights illuminate the city as 50,000 pilgrims mingle, with large parades and receptions ongoing. Decisions on next conclave location and ongoing electioneering add to the bustle.
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Pittsburg
Knights Templars
Sutton
New Bedford
St. Omer
South Boston
Woonsocket
R. 1
St. Paul
North Adams
Mass
Berkshire
Pittsfield
Grand Commandery
New York
Coeur de Leon
Boston
Hugh de Payens
Melrose
Wm. Parkman
Maine
Portland
Trinity
Augusta
Palestine
St. Johnsbury
Hamilton
Bridgeport
Louisville
Minnesota
Niagara Falls
Tancred Commandery
Court House
Fifth Avenue
Knight Templarism
America
International commissioners meet in Quebec on October tense
The international commissioners held a brief session in Quebec and adjourned to meet in Washington on November 1. United States reps Coolidge and Dingle attended briefly and returned home the same day.
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Quebec
International
Washington
Messrs. Coolidge
Dingle
United States
HoCDs Pills Claim Liver Cure and Easy Use
An advertisement touts HoCDs Pills as a cure for liver ills biliousness and indigestion with headaches. The pill is described as easy to take and operate, price listed as 250 in the ad.
Indian Revolt in Minnesota Faces Unified Military Effort
Federal and state authorities coordinate to quell the uprising as General Bacon and Governor discuss strategy by wire. Troops may be placed at new points along lines crossing the Mississippi and near Ball Club lake with volunteers ready from Litchfield. Officials report friendly Chippewa statements from Pine Point while rumors of attacks prompt troop dispatches to Bemidji and Farris.
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Minneapolis
Minn
Bacon
Walker
Cass Lake
Brainerd
Bemidji
Forston Tine
Mississippi
Ball Club Lake
Park River
Ned. Cay Bug
Enanaway
Pine Point
Litchfield
Tribune
United States
Bemidije
140Th
Minnesota
Foesston
Great Northern Railroad
Leech Lake Reservation
Col. Johnson
Farris
Obituary of East Hartford Judge Who Wrote His Own Death
George K. Wilcox assistant judge of East Hartford town court and Hartford Times reporter was found dead in Colts Meadow. He reportedly died after ingesting carbolic acid, likely on Saturday night. He leaves a widow and four sons and had been in debt and drinking. He wrote his own obituary detailing his life.
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Hartford, Conn
George K. Wilcox
East Hartford
Hartford Times
Colts’ Meadow
Young girl murdered near Selins Grove with strangling wound
Selins Grove Pennsylvania reports Daisy Smith aged 16, daughter of Henry Smith, a wealthy Holles Run farmer, found dead in a nearby field. Her body shows shot wounds and a throat wound. The murder is described as mysterious with no arrests yet.
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Selins Grove
Daiisy Smith
Henry Smith
Holles Run
Tragic Train Strike Near Oldtown Injures Milford Man
Michael O Connell a 65 year old Milford resident who is very deaf was struck by a Maine Central train about half a mile east of Oldtown while walking on the track. He sustained a badly broken leg and other injuries. He was taken to Oldtown hospital and his recovery is in doubt. He leaves a family.
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Bangor
Maine
Michael O’connell
Milford
Maine Central
Oldtown
Portland Wagner Night Opens Maine Music Festival
Portland Maine October 10 opening of the Maine Music Festival Port land section drew large matinée and full evening houses. Wagner Night featured Gadski as the crowd favorite with strong support from other soloists. The orchestra and grand chorus under Prof Chapman earned repeated encores for their performance.
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Portland
Maine Music Festival
Gadski
Chapman
Great Race in Transylvania Stakes at Lexington
Rain delays shortened, then a grand crowd saw 2.08 2.18 and 2.27 class trots. John Nolan led a dramatic finish sweeping multiple heats with Grattan Boy Eagle Flanagan and Pilatus in close pursuit. Transylvania title hailed as greatest race yet. referee controversy sparked crowd reaction.
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Lexington
Kentucky Trotting Horse Breeders’ Association
Williamsen
Rilma
Pilot Boy
Williampen
Ritma
Hal B
Bishop
Maggie Lass
Bessie Owens
Transylvania
Diane
Eagle Flannagan
Sgingen
Grattan Boy
Keating
Eagle Flanagan
Hudson
Dione
Bingen
John Nolan
Shit Out
Pilatus
Boxing Carnival Highlights City Bout and Local Names
Fell River reports a six round main event at the Casino with Martin Riley facing Martin Rausenberg of Boston, Riley warned for fouls. Preliminary four round bouts feature Edward Anderson vs Chas Frazier, Sam Simpson vs Patrick Sullivan, Joe Burke vs Joe Murphy of Fall River, Bob Russell of Newport vs Joe Edwards of Fall River. In New York a 25 round 128 pound bout sees Jack Daly of Wilmington beat Owen Zeigler of Philadelphia, a decision seen as unexpected, with Zeigler strong late.
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Fell River
Martin Riley
Martin Rausenberg
Boston
Riley
Edward Anderson
Chas. Frazier
Sam Simpson
Patrick Sullivan
Joe Burke
Joe Murphy
Fall River
Bob Russell
Newport
Joe Edwards
New York
Greater New York Athletic Club
Jack Daly
Wilmington
Del
Owen Zeigler
Philadelphia
Zeigler
Sharkey Accepts Corbett Challenge for Future Fight
Tom O Rourke Sharkey's manager posted 2500 with Honest John Kelley to accept Corbett's challenge issued yesterday to fight anybody. Articles to be drawn up tomorrow in New York.
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Sharkey
New York
Tom O'Rourke
Tom Sharkey
John Kelley
Corbett
Tragic Canal Boat Accident Near Wad dington
In Ogdensburg on October 10 the city coroner was summoned for an inquest after five laborers, all intoxicated, sailed to the Canadian canal works. Their boat ran into Caloupe rapids, overturned, and three men drowned. The remaining two struggled to shore, but one died before aid arrived.
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Ogdensburg
N. Y
Waddington
Canadian Canal Works
Caloupe Rapids
Ex President Cleveland Leaves Buzzard's Bay for Princeton Trip
Ex president Cleveland and his family depart Grey Gables for Princeton with Mrs Cleveland and the maid boarding at Buzzard's Bay station. They travel by the Colonial Express to New York, while the president sails aboard the yacht Oneida and is due in New York the next morning.
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Buzzard’s Bay
Cleveland
Grey Gables
N. J
Buzzard's Bay
New York
Colonial Express
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