Manila War Strain Shrinks US Troop Capabilities
Reports from Manila describe a stretched American force under MacArthur and Lawton unable to hold liberated towns due to troop shortages. Insurgents reoccupy abandoned positions, attacking scouting parties. Filipino casualties are high, hospitals scarce, and refugees surge as hunger and disorganization spread. Admiral Dewey moves toward New York with plans to reach by October.
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Manila
Philippine Islands
MacArthur
Lanteon
Youk
Journal and Advertiser
Hong Kong
Admiral Dewey
Manila Bay
Howard Bray
Bagnah
Wilman
Navy Department
United States
New York
Fort
Gibraltar
Ereeee
Incest case arouses questions as Wright stands trial
The old Wy more area reports a torn map fragment found in a vacant shop corner and a mystery surrounding the state case against Jackson F. Wright charged with incest by his 18 year old daughter. Also noted are suicides attempts, sudden deaths, and local council votes on licenses and sewers.
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Egainst Jackson F. Wright
Train travel and fares spark debate in early reporting
The text discusses rail travel practices and passenger comfort versus luxury, noting how wealthier travelers influence rates and accommodations. It also touches on public health topics like vaccination and mentions various dated references to travel and seating in coaches.
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Roberta
Pennsylvania
Cape
Opel
Rot Anders
Impodence and braing combined are what wae wine in thie world
A fragmented advertisement style item touts a medicine named Winslow's for dental and gum issues, claiming it eases sore gums, reduces inflammation, and relieves wind colic. The text imitates 19th century patent medicine language with mis-spellings and dubious claims.
One Paper Bottle Factory Closes in America
A single U S factory for paper bottles has reportedly closed its doors perhaps permanently. Paper bottles are a new invention with a small market mainly for two ounce beverages. The industry had started to grow with expectations of wider use as lighter, non breakable bottles made by machinery reduce labor demands.
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Mre. N. D. Maxfield
Fairmont
America
Spanish troops withdraw after Zamboanga battle
General Otis dispatch reports Manila quiet as Twenty third infantry hold position. Spanish withdraw from Zamboangs following a clash with insurgents with heavy insurgent casualties. Monterey dies of wounds and is buried. Spaniards also say they will depart for Spain and have turned over gunboats to the navy for use on the islands.
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San Miguel
Balivar
Pio del Pilar
Lawton
Washington
War Department
Otis
Zamboangs
Monterey
Beurgéawn
Ries
Maelo
Spain
Oust
Ee Ee Islands
Sixth annual meeting of United Commercial Travellers ends
Sioux Falls South Dakota May 9 The sixth annual meeting of the United Commercial Travellers of America Minnesota and the Dakotas concluded after a two day session Dalath was chosen as next year's meeting site The resolutions urged unity to push favorable legislation The parade of travelers drew praise from South Dakota officials Representatives to the supreme lodge were P O Crenshaw E M Estey and B F Holbrook
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Sioux
E. M. Estey
B. F. Holbrook
The Gread Army Protest Younesroews
A brief protest item notes that the Gread Army demonstrated on May 22 in response to a political issue involving Younesroews O with local observers and organizers cited.
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Gread Army
Younesroews, O
Tod Por
There Is Strength in Harmony of the Human Body
A quoted piece argues true strength lies in the union of every part of the body and that power cannot come from blood alone. It emphasizes coordinated function over isolated vigor. The text frames health as collective bodily cooperation.
Help to the Microscopiet Contrivance for Eye Light Control
A device by Dr J B Hall blocks light from the unused eye to improve microscope viewing. A small blackened brass disk mounted on a wire fits around the eye tube and can be adjusted to stay clear of the nose. The design ensures the open eye receives maximum clarity while the other is protected from stray light.
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J. B Hall
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Ohio
Philippines
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San Pedro Macati
United States Army
Malolos
Morgan City
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Iloilo
Wymore
Ernest Sakada
Fremont
Heoopet
Eli Smith
David City
Mr. Smith
Cura
Kansas
Kenney
Ee Kearney
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Columbus East End Sewer Company
St. Francia’ Academy
Union Pacific Railroad Company
Key Center
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Tuoven
Steen
Aiton & Otmama
I. i
Thare
Winslow
Seoraine Svaer
Aly
Mever
Californnia Fre Starr
Caliroxania Fie Syrup Co
Cate Forma Fie Suxur Co
California Fig Syrup CO
Louisville
NEW
N.Y
Ee Paige
Hoge Caves
North
Nebraska
Central
Sarmatt
Bon Ee
York
NEB
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