Burned at stake mob lynching shocks Kentucky town
Dec 6 Maysville Kentucky reports Dick Cole a colored man, accused of murdering Ave Lashbrook, was burned at the stake by a mob at the courthouse after a violent abduction and assault. Witnesses say Lashbrook’s killer died in torture as the mob desecrated the scene. A separate note mentions Mr and Mrs Cheney shot by a burglar in Wisconsin while hiding valuables.
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British Find the Boers North of Modder River
British report Boer positions six miles north of Modder River as Ladysmith relief efforts unfold. Admiral Sir Robert Harrix is censured in London for delays in sending Captain Scott and Captain Lambton to Ladysmith amid ongoing siege actions. News badges from Ladysmith recount the garrison’s stubborn defense up to No 29 as conflicts expand.
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Boers Plan Final Push as Ladysmith Remains in Peril
A dispatch from Frere on December reports Boer forces near Colenso suffer casualties while Lord Dundonald’s reconnaissance notes killed and wounded. Reports say the Charlton River area remains intact and British efforts to lift the siege proceed as a council of war considers assault on Ladysmith amid a heavy shelling duel.
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Kentucky Contest Arguments on Commissioner Powers
Frankfort Ky December 6 arguments were heard in two propositions. The chief subjects include the right of commissioners to go behind the returns when setting a bond and the commissioners to review and amend returns. The debate centers on authority to inspect election results and correct or adjust official records.
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Nominated for Major General Eric Leonard Wood
Washington reports the president named Eric Leonard Wood to be major general of volunteers. Other items note political shifts, deaths, and various international updates including London, Havana, and Istanbul, with brief mentions of accidents and corporate moves.
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Roberts Must Wait as Taylor Resolution Passes House
In a 57 to 3 vote the House adopted Taylor of Ohio’s resolution to appoint a special committee to investigate Brigham H. Roberts. Democrats largely opposed, with two Republicans voting no. The president’s message dominated the session amid Republican applause. Senate proceedings ran about the same length, with the death of Senator Hayward noted.
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Grand Army Encampment Votes Chicago Reunion Next
The Grand Army of the Republic decides today the next reunion to be held in Chicago in August 1900. The Queen gifts a union jack for the hospital ship Maine, presented to the executive committee on December 16. Springfield reports the state railroad pays seven percent on six months ending October 31. A humorous local clipping quotes banter about sparring suitors.
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Western Illinois Normal site fight heats up state
Debates over the proposed Western Illinois Normal school site intensify as trustees from Macomb and others claim ballots near 450 cast without resolution. Springfield meeting possible with governor’s input as delays continue amid public subscriptions and rival hometown support.
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No News Of Young After Aguinaldo Pursuit
General Otis reports no word from Young since November 29 when he was 20 miles south of Vigan, implying continued pursuit of Aguinaldo. Col Parker of the 45th reports from Vigan that on the 4th insurgents attacked his force of Company B and 158 sick, foot-sore men of the 33d Infantry, were driven out with 40 dead and 2 prisoners. Parker says he can hold out indefinitely with ample rations and ammunition. his losses were eight killed and three wounded.
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Filipinos Strike Bard Attack On Garrison
Manila dispatch reports a 500 strong insurgent force attacking a 200 man American garrison at Vigan in South Hocos. Eight Americans were killed and many wounded. Filipinos suffered thirty two dead before being repelled. Colonel Bisbee reinforces the garrison amid fears of small Rebel bands in Abra.
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