16 Nov 1899
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Newspaper
Massillon Independent
Location
Massillon, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1899
Page
1
An assortment of ad copy notes East Main street jewelers and Slusser's medicinal tablets for headaches. Includes testimonial claims for Dr. King's New Discovery curing chest and lung troubles with a trial bottle offered at Baliziy's drug store.
John Oliver of Philadelphia credits Electric Bitters with saving his life after a grave illness. Bucklen's Arnica Salve promises to heal wounds and skin ailments, including sores and boils. Z. T. Balzly sells both products. Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup is touted for teething and diarrhea relief, priced at 25 cents.
A seller advertises a large stock of dress goods and suitings 40 to 42 inches wide, claiming wholesale to retail pricing with rock bottom profits. They offer a wide choice of patterns and urge customers to specify whether gowns, skirts, or suitings are needed.
Extraordinary Flanneietts and neat striped fabrics offered for underskirts and wrappers in choice styles. Hannelettes priced from ic, with a range of materials and patterns for dresses and wrappers.
United States troops clash near San Fabian Luzon. Major Logan dies leading his battalion. Filipino forces retreat toward Dagupan amid rugged roads and heavy mud. Colonel Howe and Howland units push to disperse insurgents. Widespread casualties reported. American losses include several officers. Logan leaves widow and three children. details from Secretary Root to Mrs Logan.
A wire to Mrs. Logan reports President McKinley expressing sorrow over the death of her husband, John A Logan Jr, who fell at San Jacinto while leading his battalion. The message notes his gallant service, courage, and sacrifice for his country, with condolences from Mrs. McKinley and the President.
General Otis confirms Major John A. Logan died in action near San Jacinto on November 12 during a fight between the Thirty-third volunteers and about 1,200 entrenched insurgents. Wheaton’s report details the engagement and our losses.
A Maryland Democratic association executive committee released a congratulatory reply to W J Bryan. The note praises the party’s stance on national issues, notes growing opposition to Republicans, and states Maryland is again in the Democratic column ahead of 1900. Also mentions Baptist Congress discussions and Manila war updates.
Two separate wrecks on the Philadelphia and Reading road at Reapine Pa on November 15 caused one death and serious injuries to two others, with one likely to die. The crashes disrupted rail service and prompted investigations into cause and safety measures.
New York on November 15 reports Oscar Gardner won the decision over Jack Hamilton at the end of the twenty-fifth round in a closely contested boxing bout.
Mafeking dispatch dated Oct 31 reports General Cronje disputing the Red Cross stations and alleging that dynamite mines and native use violate rules of war. Baden-Powell replies the Geneva Convention limits not the number of stations and notes mined defenses at Pretoria. He cites native conflicts and asserts hospitals and women’s laager protections.
The sudden death of Rev. Adolph Faith on November 15 followed exposure of his crimes. An investigation by the committee on diphue showed Faith abused several late girls in the German Orphan asylum. A warrant was issued for his arrest, but he died by poison before it could be served.
News of the USS Charleston grounding off Guinapak rocks near Luzon details a chaotic rescue. Crews abandoned ship after water tight compartments flooded, natives aided landing on Kamiguin island, and sailors endured a long overland and sea ordeal before reaching safety aboard the transport Agree and the battleship Oregon.
The fourth biennial convention of the Brotherhood at Andrew and Phillip is set for Haleymore for four days starting next Friday. Distinguished invitees include Press it Mehinsey Justice David Brewer John Wanamaker and Dr Josiah Strat president of the Qudal Server Leuk Trustr. Nov 13 note: Owiu trade on board a steamer and arrivals from the Mes. Piucau subject to a peri obsersvalon. Schley News command: Rear Admiral Schley to command the Sanath Athane squadron. final call before leaving for New York. Pension grant: Adelinde W Bagley widow of Lieutenant Worth Bagley, $10 a month, approved by Commissioner Evans.
Nebraska city reports Senator Hayward forbidden by doctors from giving speeches or taking an active political role until his condition improves. Officials fear overwork could trigger apoplexy, prompting a quiet period.
At Pittsburg Adiecheny Observatory an impenetrable gloam curtain blocked the main meteor shower. Observers led by Prof. Polo Wadeworth noted space phenomena visible briefly then obscured by cloud. Predictions said the night would reveal notable changes, but heavy Clouds persisted and the display faded.
Jola W Gates chairman of Ancr steel and Wire testifies the company could not supply all Europe and that a major portion of U S wire production remained unavailable. He names Albert Mors and others as key figures in European wire manufacture and details international consultation, tariffs and wage pressures affecting US and European workers.
Preliminary steps have been taken to transfer 1747 Rhode Island Avenue to Mrs. Dewey in recognition of Admiral Dewey's victory at Manila. A third party likely handles the conveyance through the admiral's committees, with the Deweys planning to move the home to Washington.
Fragmented note describes a proposed purchase and submission to an authority. Mentions entities such as Louisville and Wal, with unclear roles. Details are garbled but imply an official review or presentation related to a transaction or agreement.
Andrew Car hoselederey announced he will head Carnece Steel and allied interests, ending rumors about Mr Frick and exposing other partners. Deere will deduce to either organization, owners hip of volley.
Pension commissioner of the GALR and the pension bureau met informally in Washington to discuss Swatters with Commissioner Evans. Most commissioners left Washington late last night.
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