Benefits Only the Low Dives and Army Trials Rise
Brigadier General Frederick Funston reports to the Department of Colorado that court martial trials among enlisted men nearly doubled in the past year. He cites two main causes, including the post exchange canteen removal and the growth of outside saloons near reservations, where gambling and dissolute women tempt soldiers, leading to drunkenness and waste of pay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Frederick Funston
Department of Colorado
Post Exchange
Shaw Seeks to Buy Out 1904 Bonds to Avert Panic
Secretary Shaw announces the purchase offer of 5 percent bonds of 1904 at 105. He also issues a circular detailing prepayment of interest on United States bonds from November 1, 1902 to July 1, 1903 with a two tenth of one percent monthly rebate. Banks and bondholders are instructed on prepayment procedures and stampings at the Treasury and by assistant treasurers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secretary of Treasury
Washington
Secretary of the Treasury
Shaw
United States
Treasury
Veteran General Francis J. Lippitt Dies at 90
General Francis J. Lippitt a veteran of the Mexican and Civil Wars died in Washington at age 90. Born in Providence Rhode Island he served as a senior military officer in two wars and lived a long life of service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Francis J. Lippitt
Providence
R. I
Evacuation of Manchuria Begun by the Jussians
Washington dispatch reports United States Minister Conger in Pekin confirming that evacuation of Manchuria has been started by the Russians. The cablegram comes as tensions rise over northeastern China during the period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
State Department
United States
Conger
Pekin
Manchuria
Heinze Followers Plan Independent Party in Butte
In Butte Montana on September 27 supporters of F Augustus Heinze who were denied seats at the Democratic state convention massed to announce the launch of an independent party. The new group would unite Heinze democrats opposing Senator Clark and align with populist and labor groups in fusion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte
Mont
F. Augustus Heinze
Bozeman
Heinze Democrats
Clark
Republicans of New York Nominate Ticket at Saratoga
The Republican convention in Saratoga on September 25 adopted its platform and nominated candidates for state offices. Governor B. B. Odell Jr. of Orange, Lt. Gov. F. W. Higgins of Cattaraugus, Secretary of State John F. O'Brien, Treasurer John G. Wickser, Attorney General Henry B. Corman, Comptroller N. B. Miller, Engineer E. A. Bond, and Court of Appeals Judge W. E. Werner were named for statewide posts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saratoga
N. Y
Edward Lauterbach
New York City
B. B. Odell, Jr
Orange
F. W. Higgins
Cattaragus
John F. O’brien
Clinton
John G. Wickser
Erie
Henry B. Coman
Madison
N. B. Miller
Cortland
E. A. Bond
Jeffer
Chicago packing house combine abandoned
The four big Chicago packing houses have ended negotiations to form a nationwide combination. Officials cite Roosevelt’s anti trust stance and possible tariff removal on cattle as key factors. A final meeting confirmed the decision to halt project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
The
Tribune
Roosevelt
Congress
Soldiers for the parade in Washington October 7
Secretary of war orders participation in the Grand Army of the Republic encampment parade. Troops include Fourth Artillery Corps band and multiple coast artillery companies from Fort Monroe Fort Washington Fort Hunt Fort Henry Fort Howard, Engineer band and third battalion from Washington Barracks, Second Cavalry bands and units from Fort Myer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Grand Army of the Republic
Secretary of War
Department of the Last
Fourth Artillery Corps
Coast Artillery
Fort Monroe
Fort Washington
Fort Hunt
Fort Henry
Fort Howard
Washington Barracks
Field Artillery
Fort Myer
Soldiers Again in Field Mobilizes Ninth Regiment at Wilkesbarre
Governor Stone ordered the Ninth regiment to mobilize at Wilkesbarre in response to Sheriff Jacobs and local citizens. Colonel Dougherty's command prepared, with about 750 soldiers in twelve companies, including mine workers, ready in the armory for any call.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkesbarre
Jacobs
Luzerne County
Stone
Dougherty
Hazleton
Abandon Fort Yates Report Cites Discipline Standards
Washington reports Brigadier General W A Kobb commanding the Department of Dakota states in his annual review discipline and instructions are good. He cites Major Alfred Reynolds noting abolition of the beer feature in post exchanges did not raise court trials or require extra disciplinary actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
W. A. Kobb
Department of Dakota
Alfred Reynolds
Department
Moros Hard to Reach Mounts as Pershing Fails at Macia Forts
Cablegram from General Chaffee to Washington dated Manila Sept 23 reports Captain John J Pershing unable to reach the Macia forts due to water and swamp conditions. The War Department notes the Moros remain resistant to terms, indicating difficulty in pacification efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Department
Chaffee
Manila
Washington
John J. Pershing
Vicars
Macia
Marines Prevent Rebel Boarding on Train Amid Panama Tension
A cable from Commander McLean reports 300 insurgents attempted to board a departing Empire station train to seize a Colombian officer bound for Panama. Marines knocked the insurgent officer with a musket butt and guards trained Colt guns but did not fire as attackers fled. Marines and sailors manned railway stations and wharves at Panama and Colon with Mason directing forces ashore as Col. Nash relieves McLean inColón to assist temporarily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Navy Department
McLean
Cincinnati
Colon
Empire Station
Panama
Russell
Marines
Mason
N. F. Nash
Navy to move fleet to Caribbean amid isthmus tensions
Secretary Moody received fuller reports from Commander McLean at Colon showing conditions on the isthmus remain unsettled enough to prevent withdrawal of U S forces. A North Atlantic fleet squadron will rendezvous in the Caribbean ahead of Atlantic and European station deployments with Olympia due by Oct 20 and San Francisco en route to the West Indies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Moody
McLean
Colon
Department
United States
North Atlantic
Caribbean
Navy Department
Olympia
Coghlan
San Francisco
West Indies
Cincinnati
Montgomery
Marietta
Panther
Raleigh
Isthmus Traffic Clears as Rebel Forces Withdraw
Panama Colombia Sept 25 Traffic across the isthmus is free and part of the revolutionary army has retreated to Agua Dulce lowering the danger of an onisthmus battle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Panama
Colombia
Revolutionary Army
Agua Dulce
McLean Says Keep Forces On Isthmus
McLean argues forces must stay on the isthmus as conditions are not seriously disturbed and withdrawals or reductions are not feasible. He emphasizes sustaining posture to ensure security and stability in the region.
Chinese leper Dong Gong cleared for discharge in St. Louis
Dong Gong, the Chinese leper patient at the St. Louis quarantine hospital, is recommended for discharge as cured by Dr. M. O. Woodruff, superintendent of the hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Louis, Mo
Roosevelt rumored to be offered British colonelcy
The Daily Chronicle reports a rumor that a movement seeks to appoint President Roosevelt as a colonel in a British regiment. The notice uses uncertain currency and frames the proposal as speculative in London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
The
Daily Chronicle
Roosevelt
Indorse Alger for Senator in Michigan
GRAND RAPIDS Mich Sept 26 The candidacy of former Secretary of War R A Alger for United States senator to succeed the late James McMillan was endorsed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indorse Alger
Grand Rapids, Mich
R. A. Alger
United States
James McMillan
Makes Faces at Uncle Sam
The Roumanian conservative organ La Roumanie protests against U S interference in Jewish affairs. It argues America has no right to meddle in other states and compares it to Roumania facing questions about the Filipinos Boers Finns and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vienna
la Roumania
United States
America
Roumania
Live Stock Prices Steady Amid Heavy Receipts Across Regions
Western cattle receipts remain heavy with steady demand. High quality cattle sold readily, while common grades eased. Cornfed steers reached 87.50, cows active, canners weak, and feeder trade mixed. Hog and sheep markets show mixed shifts with slight declines in hogs and steady to mixed sheep prices. Kansas City and Chicago reports note corn-fed cattle steady to higher and hogs generally weaker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wzogs
Chicago
Kansas City
Texas
Merit
Roosevelt's Leg Improves Steadily Amid Quiet Day
The condition of President Roosevelt's injured leg shows steady progress toward recovery with only small daily changes. He spent the day quietly with Secretary Moody discussing navy matters, while Dr. Rixey and Dr. Lung made brief visits in the afternoon and evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Roosevelt
Secretary Moody
Navy Department
Rixey
Dr. Lung
Settle a Damage Suit in Iowa Case
A dismissal was entered in the $50,000 personal injury suit of George P. Sanford against the Chicago and Northwestern Railway in federal court. Sanford alleged eye injuries from a Northwestern train ride two years ago. he died after filing, and his estate administrator settled with the railroad for $500.
Nebraska Lawyer Named Envoy to Brazil
The state department announces David E Thompson of Nebraska will serve as envoy extraordinary and minister plenipotentiary to Brazil, marking a high level diplomatic appointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
State Department
David E Thompson
Nebraska
Brazil
Clergyman Pursues Politics Questioning Divine Healer Role
The query asks if a clergyman entering politics can still be seen as a divine healer. It explores the overlap between religious leadership and public service in a political arena.
Mexico Arguments Debated Before Arbitration Court
The international court of arbitration heard Attorney De La Croix argue for Mexico in the Pious Fund case with the United States. He urged that a California Supreme Court ruling in a similar matter found the church could not acquire the property of ancient missions granted to its members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Hague
International Court of Arbitration
de la Croix
Exico
Pious Fund
United States
Mexico
Supreme Court of California
President Roosevelt Stands Long Trip Home Well
President Roosevelt returns to Washington from Indianapolis after an ambulatory trip curtailed by a leg abscess from a trolley accident. Doctors report the inflammatory symptoms should subside in a week to ten days with rest. He rests in a temporary White House suite as Mrs. Roosevelt travels from Oyster Bay, and a calm recovery is anticipated.
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White House
WII
Washington
Cortelyou
Roosevelt
Indianapolis
Pittsfield
Mass
Jackson Place
Pittsburg
Oyster Bay
Lung
Marines Reach Panama After Panther Cruising Force Arrives
Three U S Marines companies from the Panther arrive in Panama and quarter at the railroad station under Lt Col Benjamin P Russell. An eight man detachment under Major Geo B Arnett will guard Colon and board the Pacific Mail Steamship deck to protect daily Isthmus trains. Foreign confidence on the isthmus rises with the American troops arrival.
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Colon
Colombia
United States
Panther
Panama
Benjamin P. Russell
Geo. B. Arnett
Pacific Mail Steamship Company
Armenian groups urge U.S. action on Turkey
H Kelcian president of the American National union, an organization of about 20 000 Armenians in the United States, asks Secretary of State John Hay to press European powers for intervention on behalf of Armenians in Turkey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Louis, Mo
Ardasher
Hay
H. Kelcian
American National Union
John Hay
Turkey
Schooner Louisa D Returns From Marshall Islands Cruise
The schooner Louisa D. returns to San Francisco after a year at sea visiting the Marshall and Gilbert islands. Crewman Ernest Wenzel drowned after going overboard on January 14 during a near wreck on coral reefs. Captain Moore recounts a tidal wave that struck the Marshall islands, claiming several lives.
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San Francisco
Louisa D
Marshall
Gilbert Islands
Cort
Ernest Wenzel
Moore
Marshall Islands
Severa
Surprise in Washington stops Roosevelt western trip
Washington reports the illness of President Roosevelt and the abandonment of his western journey. Moody and Wilson planned to join briefly but Moody postpones his Chicago Marquette club address. A Lang report to Admiral Rixey notes a shin bruise and minor operation, predicting a quick recovery with rest.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Moody
Wilson
Marquette Club
Chicago
Navy Department
George A. Lang
P. M. Rixey
Bureau of Medicine and Surgery
John Urie
Department
Cortelyou
Indianapolis
Urie
Bishop Hopeful for China
Bishop David Hastings Moore of the Methodist Episcopal Church, overseeing China Japan and Corea, arrived in New York to spend six months in the open door missionary movement. He declines any future general Boxers uprising, noting China's reforms and western influence reshape the empire. Timothy Richard is commissioned to reconstruct the educational system on western models.
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New York
David Hastings Moore
Methodist Episcopal Church
China
Japan
Corea
Pekin
Timothy Richard
Coal stockpiled at Reading in Rice Coal reserve
Vice President Voorhees said the Philadelphia and Reading railroad held 20,000 tons of rice coal stored at Reading. He would not disclose current receipts or recently loaded cars. City sales agent Coughlin faced many coal applications while hospitals and charities saw no change. Churches' stance remained open as a major retailer pursued 20,000 tons from Wales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Voorhees
Philadelphia & Reading Railroad
Reading
Coughlin
Reading Coal and Iron Company
Wales
Moving the Quarantine Line Moves Used in Wichita Meeting
The National Association of Sanitary Boards met in Wichita on September 24. Key agenda items are extending the quarantine line farther south and lengthening the open season. The quarantine and open-season committees include George B. Ellis from Missouri A W Sale of Illinois and W H Dunn of Tennessee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wichita
Kas
National Association of Sanitary Boards
George B. Ellis
Missouri
A. W. Sale
Illinois
W. H. Dunn
Tennessee
New $400,000 Bridge Planned Over Missouri River at St Joseph
ST JOSEPH Mo Sept 24 A new $400000 railroad bridge will be built across the Missouri river at St Joseph by the St Joseph Grand Island Railroad company.
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Bridge River
St. Joseph
Missouri River
Troops Possible For Lebanon Strike Crisis
Harrisburg dispatch reports the Lebanon strike has grown critical and Governor Stone may order troops to the area within twenty four hours to restore order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Lebanon
Stone
Miners Tensions Rise in Luzerne County
Luzerne county Sheriff says he has not requested troops from Governor Stone as violence worsens. Non union miners were stoned at Warrior Run amid escalating unrest and local fears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkesbarre
Jacobs
Luzerne County
Stone
Warrior Run
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