Root Plans New Pacific Division for Philippines
Secretary Root orders creation of the Division of the Pacific to govern the Philippines. The division will include four departments Northern Luzon South Bates Visayas and Mindanao and Jolo with Major General Otis as division commander. General MacArthur Hughes and Robbe to lead respective departments. The move aims to relieve Otis from minor duties and focus him on policy and civil administration.
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Washibrox
Root
The
Philippines
Philippine Archipelago
Department of Northern Luzon
MacArthur
Department of Southern Luzon
Bates
Department of the Visayas
Hughes
Department of Mindanao and
Jolo
Robbe
Otis
Miles
United States
War Department
Tariff Proposal Remains In Porto Rico Bill Amendments
Wasu Hindon March 29 Senator Foraker introduces amendments to the Porto Rico government bill as discussed in the Republican caucus. The bill now defines inhabitants as citizens of Porto Rico, sets a 15 percent tariff on trade with the United States and Porto Rico, and provisions allow local taxation and tariff cessation upon proclamation prior to March 1, 1902.
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Wasu Hindon
Foraker
Porto Rico
United States
Spain
Porto
Rico
Legislative Assembly of
Olivier Esca Advances as Boers Move Toward Jacobsdal
The Boers stage a raid with about 400 horse and wagon forces crossing the Kimberley to the Jacobsdal rail line to cut the railway. Olivier commands 5,000 men and 25 miles of wagons in rugged terrain, aiming for a rearguard defense while Roberts faces transport shortages.
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Loxponx
Warrenton
Kimberley
Bloemfontein
Jacobsdal
Olivier
Charles Williams
Lord Roberts
Basuto
Lively House Debate on Army Bill Covers Tariff Boer War and Philippines
In Washington on March 29 the House debate on the army appropriation bill was animated and broad. Speakers attacked Porto Rican tariffs and alleged campaign fund deals, while Sulzer urged sympathy for the Boers and Lentz condemned militarism and U.S. policy in the Philippines. Marsh and others exchanged sharp rebukes.
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Washington
Philippines
Pierce
Tenn
Hull
Philippine Commission Opens Preliminary Meeting in Washington
The new Philippine commission met at headquarters on Vermont avenue for a preliminary three hour discussion led by Judge 'aft, the president, as plans for the movement were thoroughly canvassed.
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Philippine Commission
Washington
Vermont Avenue
Negotiations on Parcels Post Convention Near Finish
Wasltsston on March 29 reports that negotiations between this country and Nicaragua for a parcels post convention have progressed for several months and are ready to be signed by the Postmaster General.
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Wasltsston
Nicarag
Meral
Fighting at Fourteen Streams Near Pretoria Report
A dispatch from Fourteen Streams north of Warenton Cape Colony reports Boer forces opened bombardment on a British camp. The British reply was feeble and the forces evacuated during the night.
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Pretoria
Warrenton
Cape Colony
Miss Horlocker Not Guilty Verdict in Poisoning Case
Hastings Nebraska April 2 The jury returned a verdict of not guilty in the Horlocker poisoning case.
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Horlocker
Hastings, Neb
British Column Stranded by Unprecedented Floods Near Carnarvon
From Vanwyksvlei to Carnarvon the British column cannot advance as floods halt progress. Rebels remain at Rosberg awaiting a chance to raid Carnarvon. Colonel Hirsch of the Canadian Mounted Rifles leaves for Cape Town on sick leave.
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Vanwyksviei
Rosberg
Hirsch
Canadian Mounted Rifles
Cape Town
Guarding the Passes in Drakensberg by Boer Force
A Ladysmith dispatch reports about 20 000 Boers guarding nine Drakensberg passes led by Commandant de Ber of Harrismith and consisting of F Staters. They have moved their big guns from Biggarsberg, not intending to make a stand there.
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Drakenberg Range
London
Daily Telegraph
Ladysmith
de Ber
Harrismith
Biggarsberg
Boers massing at Biggarsberg entrenched positions
LapyY LaiTs reports Boers massing in entrenched positions at Biggarsberg with transport trains packed at Newcastle ready to retreat if necessary.
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Biggarsberg
Newcastle
Clements Accepts Unopposed Mission at Jagersfontein
Faure Smith reports from Fauresmith dated March 27 that General Clements’ column is welcomed with great rejoicing at Jagersfontein. British troops are cheered and Union Jacks fly as opposition remains absent and march proceeds peacefully.
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Clements
Loxpox
the Daily News
Fauresmith
Jagersfontein
Free Staters seize Kimberley to Paardeberg area
Dispatch reports four hundred Free Staters take control of the countryside between Kimberley and Paardeberg and seize a Padamsfontein farm housing army horses sent to rest and graze.
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London
Daily Chronicle
Kimberley
Paardeberg
Padamsfontein
Women Register to Vote in Cleveland Schools Election
In Cleveland on March 27 more than 5,000 women registered to vote for the director of schools at the spring election. Indications suggest another large surge registered on Saturday. The surge stems from agitation to keep the public schools out of politics.
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Ewcomen
Cleveland Register
Cleveland
Bast
Sears, Roebuck & Co
Chicaco
Fire at Melick Farm Kills 2 Year Old Child Near Quasqueton
A blaze destroyed the Frank Melick farmhouse near Quasqueton. A two year old child died after being carried out then returning inside. The mother’s condition was described as crazed.
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Frank Melick
Quasqueton
Renewed Russia Japan tensions rise in Korea
Dispatch from Kobe dated March 28 reports imminent trouble between Russia and Japan in Korea with Russian fleet movements suggesting a port seizure. Tokyo war officials hold conferences amid increased military and naval activity this month. Mikado to review 40 Japanese warships off Kobe toward month end.
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Loxpoys
Daily Mail
Kobe
Russia
Japan
Korea
Tokio
Yokoyama
the Mikado
Chin Po Yen Recalled as Minister to Russia France Austria
Wasninectox reports that Chin Po Yen, the Korean minister, met with President and Secretary Hay at the White House to present his official letter of recall. He will depart for his new posts in Russia France and Austria in a few days.
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Wasninectox
Chin Po Yen
White House
Hay
Russia
France
Austria
Crown Prince Betrothal Announced to Princess Sakado
Government reports in Tokyo confirm the betrothal of the crown prince to Princess Sakado. The wedding is expected to occur within the coming year.
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Washineton
Buck
Tokio
State Department
Sakado
Hay praised for open door diplomacy in China
Lonpox March 30 reports afternoon papers applaud Secretary Hay for establishing the open door doctrine in China. The St James Gazette says the United States has conferred a benefit on peace and commerce. The Globe notes leadership by the United States and hopes for similar policy in colonies.
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Lonpox
Hay
China
St. James Gazette
United States
Globe
Lord Salisbury
Europe
Great Britain
America
Westminster Gazette
American
Philippine Islands
Charges of extravagance dominate army bill debate
Washington March 80 The House spent most of the day on the army appropriation bill adopting minor amendments and debating the vast majority of the measure. Mr Griggs sparked a controversy by accusing reckless extravagance in fitting up the transport Sumner and signaled a future push to probe the issues.
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Washington
Griggs
Sumner
Macrum Testifies on British Indignities Before Foreign Affairs
Charles E. Macrum former American consul at Pretoria testified before the House Foreign Affairs Committee. He described alleged indignities suffered during his tenure and said his prepared AP statement largely covers his testimony.
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Washington
Charles E. Macrum
East Liverpool
Pretoria
House Foreign Affairs Committee
Macrum
Associated Press
Embassies Demand No Trade Duty Increase Without Accord
In Constantinople on March 30 the foreign embassies issued a collective note to the government stating they will consent to no rise in import duties without prior understanding between the powers and the Porte. They also propose protesting stamp duties enforced without such an agreement.
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Constantinople
Porte
Northern Pacific Delays Lewiston Missoula Link Route
The Northern Pacific has paused the Lewiston Missoula extension at Stewart Idaho while seeking a better route. In summer the road will complete a North Dakota extension from Castleton to Dickey 66 miles and from Milner to Oakes 120 miles.
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Northern Pacific
St. Pavut
Lewiston-Missoula
Stewart
Idaho
North Dakota
Castleton
Dickey
Milner
Oakes
Coolies leaving Tien Tsin for Manchuria railroad work
About 100000 coolies depart Tien Tsin for New Chwang to build the Manchuria railroad. The northern unrest has ended as Boxer forces are dispersed by troops.
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Pexix
New Chwang
Manchuria
Maroons Threaten Disturbance In Kingston
Kingston reports threats from the Maroons prompting armed police deployment and a call to military authorities to keep troops in readiness as of March 31.
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Kingston
Jamaica
Bill Will Pass as Porto Rico Tariff Struck From Bill
The senate rejected the motion to strike the 15 percent Dingley tariff on Porto Rican products by a 16 to 33 vote. Supporters included Bacon and Berry, while Beveridge urged reciprocity and warned he would back the bill if free trade fails. The debate featured several amendments as the measure proceeded.
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Senate
Porto Rico
Messrs
Bacon
Bate
Berry
Clark
Mon
Clay
Cockrell
Culberson
Harris
Jones
Ark
Kenney
Lindsay
Morgan
Pettus
Sullivan
Turley
House passes army appropriation bill after four days of debate
The House approved the army appropriation bill with Pew amendments. An amendment extends Soldiers' Home benefits to service members incapacitated by Spanish war era service. Debate included defense of War Department against alleged extravagance in fitting the transport Sumner. Meanwhile Mr Boreing retained his seat over Mr White after committee investigation.
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Washington
House
War Department
Sumner
Parker
N. J
Boreing
Kentucky
White
Philippine Commission maps staff for Manila trip
The Philippine commission chose its Manila staff and outlined work aims. They met Secretary Root after a three hour closed door session and said the new body will have broader powers than its predecessor to establish local civil governments and select officers freely.
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Washington
Philippine Commission
Manila
Philippines
Root
Islands
Cuban school system enrolls 130000 children March 1
In New York on March 31 Professor A E Frye superintendent of Cuba public schools reported 3 099 schools in operation with 130 000 children enrolled. He describes using Cuban teachers to teach in Spanish and support needy families. Night schools for adults already started and a plan to bring 1000 teachers to the U S next summer for study at Harvard before assignments in Cuba. Senator Washburn sells 8000 acres in Mille Lacs county to Home Land company valued at about 8 per acre for summer market.
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A. E. Frye
Cuba
Harvard
Chicago
Washington
Minneapolis
W. D. Washburn
Home Land Company
R. W. Webb
Mille Lacs County
Milaca
Marsala Barge Launched by Minnesota Ship Building
The Marsala a 346 foot keel 50 foot beam and 18 foot draft barge with 3039 tons was launched here by Minnesota Ship Building company. It will be used in the ore carrying trade.
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Curiaco
Minnesota Ship Building Company
Big Demand for the New Bonds in Washington
The treasury reports $172,827,800 in bonds received for exchange for the new 2 percent bonds. Of this total $16,635,200 came from individuals and institutions other than national banks.
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Washbeton
Treasury
Horton boxing law repealed by senate and signed
The Horton boxing law bill passed the senate and was signed by Governor Roosevelt. It will take effect on September 1, 1900 in Albany New York marking the repeal of the existing boxing statute.
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Albany
N. Y
Senate
Roosevelt
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