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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1901
Page
1
A daring Kansan mission to capture the Filipino leader in his hiding place was carried out successfully by bold volunteers. The attempt involved risky maneuvers and stealth but ended with the leader’s fall into captivity, signaling a turning point in the pursuit.
General Funston led a small force of scouts to Isabella in Luzon and captured Aguinaldo on March 23, with the gunboat Vicksburg aiding. Aguinaldo and several aides were found with documents. authorities consider possible trials or clemency, as the US plans to crush the rebellion with limited future heavy troop presence.
Washington March 28 Official news of the capture of Aguinaldo had not reached the War Department by early morning. The President had retired before the Associated Press bulletin arrived.
Lincoln Neb March Mr Bryan notified by telephone of General Funston's capture. He had retired yet answered the call and showed interest but declined to comment until fully informed. Bryan has shifted focus from the Philippine question to domestic problems in recent weeks.
Senor Sixto Lopez says the news of Aguinaldo's capture may be incorrect and that Filipinos still plan leadership despite any success. He notes the defense would continue and promises a formal statement soon. An Anti-imperialist League mass meeting is set for Faneuil Hall Saturday evening. Erving Winslow was unavailable.
General Funston's home is in Iola Kansas and the telegraph office there closed when his achievement was reported. Governor Stanley is in Guthrie Oklahoma Territory. News from Manila was quickly wired to the Kansas governor and Funston's home state chief executive.
Chicago on February 3 reports Gen. Elwell S. Otis awakened to word that Aguinaldo had been captured by Gen. Funston. Otis expressed happiness but noted he never comments after retiring for the night and declined further remarks.
A dated account portrays Emilio Aguinaldo with Filipino Spanish heritage and dark complexion, noting Cavite birth about thirty one years prior. The text cites gossip about his father FRUPiivaca, reflecting sensational biographical detail from an earlier era.
The narrative traces Aguinaldo from a gifted boy in Cavite to a learned man in Manila's medical school who joins the Masonic order, later shaping his career through Hong Kong and Singapore. It covers his return to lead insurrection, his alliance with the United States via Dewey, and his emergence as dictator, including a notable rescue of Lieutenant Gilmore from execution in San Isidro.
One killed and eight injured in a Chicago and Northwestern wreck near Depere Wisconsin caused by an open switch. Engineer Harry A Jones Green Bay died. Injured include fireman John Donnelan Milwaukee and conductor Ralph Szand. Passengers and crew rushed to St Vincent's Hospital Green Bay.
A mob of breaker boys, men and women sympathizing with striking Bamford silk mill workers attacked Superintendent Spears and his assistant in Wilkesbarre Pa. The crowd, about 500 strong, pelted them with mud and stones after forcing their way onto a traction car. Spears suffered a jaw wound and fainted as police finally dispersed the violence. No arrests reported. The strike had run eight weeks with a 5 to 8 percent wage increase offered upon return.
A five member trade delegation led by Rev Edward E Phillips met J Pierpont Morgan in New York to urge action to prevent a coal strike. Morgan pledged to work privately and avoid a public conference with labor leaders, saying there would be no strike and offering to communicate with boards of trade as needed.
President Mitchell calls a meeting in Wilkesbarre at 10 a.m. Friday for presidents secretaries and executive boards of three Pennsylvania anthracite districts to discuss his New York visit. The national executive committee meets in Indianapolis at the same time and will ratify any action via wire. National members Dilcher and Chris Evans depart from Scranton for Indianapolis.
Police reported the body of Favalona, who ran a grocery and fruit stand, was discovered after neighbors forced entry when the shop remained shut this morning. The motive and suspects were not disclosed as investigators continued to question witnesses.
Columbus March 27 State Inspector R J Mauck revokes licenses of Ger Mania National and United States debenture firms of Cincinnati and Ohio and Equitable debenture firms of Columbus after Supreme Court ruling. Dayton Cleveland Toledo debentures survive with reforms. Inspector Mauck estimates state losses exceed 1.5 million, risking panic amid cash scarcity.
Fire in Danville Indiana started early this morning in the central business district, likely incendiary, threatening a half block including McCaun's drug store Leachman's hardware Fast's grocery and other storefronts. Firemen struggle to stop the blaze as sparks threaten adjacent buildings. losses expected at least 100000 with population aiding effort.
Copenhagen dispatch reports Denmark’s terms to the United States for selling the Danish West Indies. Four conditions include a $4,000,000 payment, a resident vote on Danish or American control, potential immediate U S citizenship for island inhabitants if United States favored, and duty-free island products. Washington’s quick reaction is uncertain.
Boston report details Professor Petrie discoveries at Abydos dated to about 4800 B.C. including names Narma Ka and a king with a fish sign, possibly Deb and Sam of Mena, plus gold artifacts and inscribed ivories. Dr. Winslow notes earlier dynastic ornaments in the Abbott collection and jewelry before the twelfth dynasty.
Springfield March 27 A bill to build a Lincoln mausoleum on Hudson River site to eclipse Grant tomb, with an estimated total cost of 1 000 000 to 1 500 000. Rep D E Sullivan of Chicago to introduce the measure proposing state funds and possible nonpublic funding this year. Earlier bid for a Lincoln monument at 100 000 faced opposition from Gor Tanner.
New Orleans report says John Faya Jona and daughter Annie were killed last night by burglars who ransacked the premises after the murders.
Washington dispatches reveal Britain's protest through Sir Ernest Satow against China signing any convention touching territory or finances while Chinese troubles persist. The move aligns with US and Japanese concerns, as Russia and Great Britain oppose immediate Manchurian agreement pending settlement. Reports note no definite signature status by China and mention an informal decree delaying signing at Li-Ngan-Fu.
ST PETERSBURG March 27 The Associated Press correspondent reports competent authority believes the Russo Chinese agreement will be signed shortly The negotiations continue and the result is not yet certain Details may be slightly modified but arrangements will be substantially as demanded Russian view abatement of moderate demands would be inconsistent with interests and fail to safeguard the frontier and railroad
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