Hoar Praises the Tagals in Polemical Senate Speech
Massachusetts senator Hoar addressed the senate for hours opposing imperial policy and urging restraint in the Philippines. He praised Aguinaldo and likened Philippine leaders to historic American figures while defending anti annexation principles. The chamber ended the session with applause and debate over naval appropriations next.
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Agui- Hoar
Washington
Kossuth
Oom
Joubert
Nathan Hale
Aguimaldo
David
Bolomosa
Paul
United States
Philippines
George Washington
William McKinley
Aaron Barr
Wilten McKinley
Republican Party
Hoar
Battle at Cagayan: Toguls assault Case battalion
Manila April 18 Twelve hundred Toguls attacked Case's battalion of the Fortieth Regiment at Cagayan Inland Mindanao April 7. American losses were 16 casualties while the attackers suffered 50 killed and 30 wounded or taken prisoner. The fight lasted 90 minutes before the enemy withdrew in confusion.
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Manila
Case
Fortieth
Cagayan
Mindanao
Melie
Momteneges
Partisan Debate Over Moral Appropriation Bill in House
Washington April 20 The debate on the moral appropriation bill under a five minute rule grew partisan as members clashed along political lines. Grosvenor Ohio and Williams Mississippi Nearly came to blows over the Puerto Rican tariff issue and the president's stance. The dispute prompted sharp exchanges and a strained parliamentary tone with much of the bill’s controversy set aside. A motion to strike the navy department contingent fund of $500 000 was referred.
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Dent
Washington
Atternees
Hammer
Tomge
Grosvenor
Ohio
Williame
Missisappi
Hawley
Texas
Weeson
Williams
Obfcan
Goervenor
Navy Department
Hawaii's Growing Trade Report Highlights 1809 Totals
Consul General Heywood in Honolulu sent Hawaii's 1809 trade report to Washington. U.S. imports reached 15,082,880 while exports to the United States totaled 22,617,788. Imports from Britain totals 1,774,875 with other imports mainly from Asia. Machinery imports nearly doubled to 8,089,278. total exports 92,698,741, up about 5,000,000 from last year. Sugar exports exceed 21,000,000. rice exports fell from 1806 levels.
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Washington
Consur
Heywood
Honolulu
State Department
Great Britain
China
Japan
Australia
New Zealand
Canada
Battles Reported in Colombia and Louisiana Election Results
Dispatches from Colombia say rebel forces under Generals Ross Ibese and Caicedo were routed at Matamundo and Predera with many killed wounded or captured. Colombia adds troops to the effort. In Louisiana the April 11 election produced a Democratic landslide for the Legislature and a state ticket led by W. Beard.
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Colombia
Kingston
Matamundo
Predera
Ross
Ibese
Caicedo
Ponce Ia
Magdalena
Micellon
New Orleans
Louciana
W. W.eard
United States Presses Turkish Claims Across Aegean
Washington reports a firm U S stance on payment of missionary property losses in Turkey. Three ministers pledged settlements but none paid. Possible measures include dignified protests rather than war. Claims total about 2106000 with property destruction cited and Olney's included demand. Minister Lowther remains popular in Washington.
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Washington
Stat Department
United State
Angel
United States
Eessxe
Europe
Turkey
Lowever
Olney
Refugee reports on mines destruction plans near Johannesburg
A Natal Mercury cable says newly arrived refugees report elaborate plans to blow up all mine shafts around Johannesburg under supervision of the state mining engineer who has requisitioned copper wire for connections. General Carrington heads toward Beira to move on the Transvaal border while Boer forces are rumored to intercept him. Boers fortify with about 15,000 men north of Ladysmith amid patrol activity and traps in the Washbank valley.
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Lomion
Natal Mercury
Johannesburg
Carrington
Beira
Transvaal
Mafeking
Lawrenco Marques
Ladysith
Mackels
Washbank
Ladysmith
Senate Approves Puerto Rico Civil Affairs Plan
The Senate passed a joint resolution based on the president’s recommendation to administer civil affairs in Puerto Rico pending officer appointments under the Puerto Rico governing law. The Alaska civil codes measure faced renewed debate amid amendments from the Hansbroegh group. A Philippine trial report from Manila notes a military commission handling cases involving three Tillpipes Papermate from seaweed.
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Senate
Washington
Puerto Rico
Alaska
Carter
Spooner
Sheep on Reserve Ranges Set for 1901 Season in Washington
Secretary Hitchcock sets 1901 grazing limits for Mount Rainier forest reserve with 250 000 sheep allowed, plus 5 500 cattle and 1 000 horses. Permits require approved applications and per head charges, aiming to prevent Oregon livestock intrusions into Washington. The article also notes mining news and regional notices.
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Mount Ranier
Sesson
Hitchcock
Thore
Secretary of the Interior
Oregon
Wachington
Washington
Sheller
Whee ly Trade Reviews and Price Movements
Backward spring weather shapes distributive trade with price irregularities. Downward shifts in cereals curb values while government crop forecasts suggest record winter wheat. Lard hits a peak. sugar supply tightens. cotton prices rise. iron and steel price relief appears. Wheat and flour shipments total 2,896,658 bushels versus 3,836,986 last week. U.S. business failures fall from 182 to 152.
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Cuba
Far East
Milla
United States
Pacific Coast Trade Prices from Seattle Market
The Seattle market offers onions at 3.25 to 4.00 per sack and hot house lettuce at 15 cents. Potatoes at 17 to 18 dollars per sack, beets 75 to 85 cents, turnips 6.00 per sack, and carrots 75 cents. Cabbage and apples priced per 100 pounds and per box respectively, dairy and eggs listed, with hay, grains, flour, millstuff, and feed values included. Fresh meats show beef steers 75-80 cents, cows, mutton 80, pork 8, veal 9 to 10 cents, with hams and bacon prices also noted.
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California
Huatter—Creamery
Puget Bound
Washington
Emall
Oregon
Western
Portland Market Prices for Wheat Livestock and Produce
Market notes list Wheat from Walla Walla and Bluestem at various per bushel rates, flour and graham prices, and assorted grains. It also covers butter cheese poultry and eggs, potatoes and vegetables, wool, mutton, beef, veal, tallow, and hides with unit prices for each category.
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Missouri
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