Colored women barred final action at the club convention
In Los Angeles on May 6 the Massachusetts bid for colored women's clubs failed at the convention. Proposals to admit colored clubs and to revoke the one club rule were rejected, and the plan to cut per capita tax to five cents also failed. The episode, amid fierce debate, ended with a note of cross regional unity between North and South clubs.
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Los Angeles
Cal
Massachusetts
Massachusett
Jane Addams
Hull House
Chicago
Lowe
Miss Addams
Lydia Williams
Minnesota
Storm wrecks Shenango tin plate works in New Castle
A cyclonic storm struck New Castle Pennsylvania damaging the Shenango tin plate plant the largest tin plate mill in the world. Stacks were hurled through the roof steam pipes torn away and the roof ripped off. Damage nears 100000 with all work halted for a month. 200 workers escaped unharmed though several suffered minor bruises from the panic and steam.
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New Castle
Shenango Tin Plate Works
Ping pong ankle linked to shin muscle strain in cases
London May 6 reports in the British Medical Journal describe tenisynovitis or ping pong ankle. A case shows swelling above the left ankle subsiding after bed rest and acute tendon sheath inflammation near the shin. The physician warns players of high shin strain and urges appropriate footwear and attire.
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London
Theritish
Medical
Tevis Will Filed. Estate Valued at Large Sum
In San Francisco on May 6, the will of Mrs. Susan G Tevis was filed for probate. The late Lloyd Tevis left a vast estate appraised at about 1,000,000,000 dollars with Mrs Tevis as sole beneficiary in his will. The bulk of the estate was already given to her children and grandchildren by Mrs Tevis during her lifetime, leaving 000 in value to be administered by her executors.
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San Francisco
Susan G. Tevis
General Chaffee Reports Prisoner Escape Incident
General Chaffee cables that armed Moros escaped after a surprise rise from prisoners, guarding troops fired killing thirty five. he regrets the incident as release of prisoners was planned. He rescinds reconcentration camps in Laguna and Batangas provinces near Manila, Philippines.
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Washington
War Department
Chaffee
Manila
George W. Davis
Laguna
Batangas
Philippines
Laguna Ba
Aguinaldo's Duplicity Details Aguinaldo planned attack on U S troops
Washington May 6 The War Department releases telegraphic correspondence between Aguinaldo and insurgent generals dated Jan 18 1899 to bolster claims that Aguinaldo intended to assault American forces in Manila The translated dispatches show promises of rewards to leaders and hints the ultimatum would be sent within days with possible capture of Manila's foe leaders
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Washington
War Department
Aguinaldo
United States
Manila
R. H. Vandeman
Twenty-first Infantry
Nobiel
Cailles
Malolos
Manna
Maiolos
Biach-Na- Ba
Malate
Ehmita
Noral
Gardeners allegations in Tayabas province spark Senate inquiry
Washington May 6 General Chaffee’s cablegram to the Philippine committee details charges against Major Gardener for burning native houses and mistreatment of natives. Witnesses recount water cure and beatings, with some noting insurgents similar acts while claiming Filipino prisoners were cared for. Lt. Strebier to receive regular army promotion for services siezing Lukban. previously sergeant in Forty-third Volunteer Infantry.
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Washington
Lodge
Chaffee
Tayabas
George D. Catlin
Catlin
R. V. Hughes
Philadelphia
Company I
Eighth Infantry
Culberson
Santa Cruz
Magdelna
Merchant
Batangas
J. Hughes
Beil
Alphonso Strebier
Philippine Scouts
Lukban
Forty-third Volunteer Infantry
Regular Army
Greek Royal Family Lands at Chalkis After Yacht Grounding
The royal family has landed safely at Chalkis on Euboea island. The royal yacht Amphitrite ran aground in the Eurt channel while moving toward Chalkis for the King’s name day celebration, and has not yet been floated.
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Athens
Greece
Chalkis
Euboea Island
Eurt
Work of Murderous Negroes in Dunbar region
In Dunbar Pa on May 6 John A Callahan a prominent 22 year old was killed after Negro lawlessness peaks in the coke region. Stevens, his men are said to have assaulted two Negroes following the killing amid sensational local unrest.
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Connellsville
Coke Region
Dunbar
John A. Callahan
Stevens
Callahan Found Dead as Two Suspects Named Finney and Washington Arrested
Terrified after a girl was killed, the Stevens girl fled home but did not report the crime. Callahan’s body was found in a field and two hours later James Finney and James Washington were arrested.
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James Finney
Jamesashington
Stevens
Callahan
Admiral Sampson in the Spanish American War saga
The article chronicles Admiral William T. Sampson’s rise from lawman beginnings to chief of the Bureau of Naval Ordnance and commander of the North Atlantic squadron. It covers his actions near Havana Cardenas Matanzas San Juan and Santiago, the later controversy with Schley, the failed McKinley promotion bid, and his withdrawal from the court of inquiry due to ill health.
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Bob Evans
Bureau of Naval Ordnance
McKinley
Board of
Maine
Admiral Sicard
North Atlantic
Havana
Cardenas
Matanzas
San Juan
Santiago
Rene
Washington
Commodore Schiey
Schley
Sampson
Admiral Sampson
Admiral Schley
Sailors from USS Chicago Arrested in Trieste Cafe
A Rome dispatch says four sailors from the US cruiser Chicago caused a disturbance at a Trieste cafe, smashing bottles and glasses. One man was wounded. the arrested sailors were turned over to Captain Dayton, who paid the damages claims.
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Treiste
Captain Dayton
London
Rome
Daily Chronicle
United States
Chicago
Trieste
Venice
Daily Express
Dayton
Venice Arrest of American Officers Described in Rome Letters
Private letters from Rome released here alter the Venice arrest narrative. They suggest the United States should demand more than clemency, framing the Venice event as a broader political issue rather than a simple pardon. The dispatch emphasizes a shift in tone toward accountability and diplomatic leverage.
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London
Rome
Venice
Italy
United States
American Viewpoints On Italian Affair Stirred Reactions
An AP correspondent notes colonists favored the Italian view and believed Italian papers. Ambassador Von Meyer initially favored letting justice run its course but reconsidered to protect American officers. Consul Johnson faced criticism for tact but acted vigorously to free the officers, while Rome cites insufficient compensation as a key failure.
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Associated Press
United States
George L. von Meyer
Venice
Henry A. Johnson
Chicago
Rome
Admiral Sampson and the Santiago Battle Leadership
The court found Sampson actually commanded at the Battle of Santiago and censured Schley for campaign derelictions while praising Sampson’s conduct in battle. The agitation weakened Sampson’s health, contributing to his death. He was a Mormon history enthusiast with a Glen Ridge home, two marriages, and a tennis loving private life alongside naval duties.
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Admiral Sampson
Santiago
Schley
Joe Smith
Mormon Hill
Thackeray
Sampson
Glen Ridge
N. J
New York City
Ralph
Harold
Olive Farrington
Hannah
Nan
Margaret
Roy C. Smith
Kate
Ensign Jackson
Samoa
Tributes to the Dead from Indiana's James Watson and Senator Fairbanks
Special to the Indianapolis Journal from Washington on May 6 reports Indiana Representative James Watson praising Admiral Sampson as an able officer of exceptional naval talent and tact, noting his reserve and a controversial letter. Senator Fairbanks adds that Sampson was capable, brave, and selflessly devoted to the country in emergencies.
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Indianapolis Journal
Washington
James Watson
Indiana
Committee On National Affairs
Sampson-Schley
House
Sampson
Gunner Morgan
Admiral Sampson
Fairbanks
Admiral Sampson Dies After Prolonged Illness
Admiral George Brown of this city recalls his close ties with Admiral Sampson who died last night after a long decline. Brown praises Sampson as the best equipped navy officer and notes their shared service on the San Francisco. He mentions Sampson leaves a widow and six children, with two sons aged fourteen and sixteen and three daughters married to naval officers.
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George Brown
Admiral Sampson
Admiral Brown
San Francisco
Pacific
Sampson
Turkey Fears Italy Move Toward Tripoli
Constantinople dispatch reports the Turkish government plans to deploy a strong army and ship 100344 Mauser rifles to Tripoli in response to perceived Italian intentions. The move signals heightened regional tension as Italy's actions in North Africa are watched closely by the Ottoman authorities and European powers.
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London
Constantinople
Daily Mail
Italy
Tripoli
Democrats Not Just Conclusion On Philippines Debate
A congressional debate excerpt covers attacks on American soldiers and officers over the water cure in the Philippines. Senator Beveridge defends soldiers while Senator Rawlins argues abuses stem from higher authorities. Laughter and applause mark the exchange as Beveridge’s remarks trigger gallery reaction.
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Chaffee
Bell
Awlins
Tennessee
Patterson
Beveridge
Senator Rawlins
Indiana
Rawlins
O'Herne
Turner Criticizes Philippine War Policy and Smith Extermination Order
Senator Turner denounces the Philippines war as unwise and cruel and denounces General Jacob H. Smith's order as murderous. He cites alleged executions of women and children, questions a wartime dispatch about 1000 Filipino prisoners, and calls for full testimony from witnesses, including Aguinaldo and Mabani, within a broader Senate investigation into conduct in the islands.
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Turner
Philippines
United States
Senate Committee On the
Aguinaldo
Mabani
Major Gardener
Lberty
Spain
Jacob H. Smith
Smith
Dolliver
General Smith
Mr. Turner
Major Waller
Supreme Court defeats post office power over second class rates
Justice Bradley ruled against the Postmaster General in an injunction case brought by H. W. Haynes and Duane E. Fox over classifying the Pocket List of Railroad Officials. The decision holds the Postmaster General cannot charge third class postage for publications eligible for second class and voids an amended regulation as beyond law. Writs were ordered to restore second class status in two mandamus cases involving the Official Railway Guide and Official List.
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Washington
Justice Bradley
Supreme Court of the
District of Columbia
H. W. Haynes
Duane E. Fox
Railway and Publication Company
Henry C. Payne
Official Railway Guide
Official List
Standard Oil of New Jersey Declares Dividend
New York May 6 The directors of Standard Oil Company of New Jersey have declared a dividend of 10 dollars per share. In March last year a 32-dollar dividend was paid, equal to the prior year. In June of last year the dividend was 12 dollars.
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New York
Standard Oil Company of
New Jersey
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Claim Card
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup claims fifty years of use by mothers for teething infants. It soothes the child eases gums and cures wind colic while regulating bowels and diarrhoea. Sold by druggists worldwide at 25 cents a bottle. seek Mrs Inslow's name on the bottle.
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Avery
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Cure All Humors
Eruptions cleanse the blood and heal the whole system. J G Hines of Franks IL says Hood's Sarsaparilla permanently cured him of sezema after a long struggle. Miss Alvina Walter of Algons Wis reports improvement in facial and back skin conditions. More testimonials support the remedy.
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Hood
J. G. Hines
Franks
Alvina Walter
Box 212
Algons
Wis
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