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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1902
Page
10
A riot in Moscow results in forty fatalities as unrest spreads. Elsewhere, Venezuelan forces reclaim Guira, and floods, fires, and accidents disrupt life from Norfolk to Colorado, with several injuries and economic effects reported.
Report on court martial proceedings related to General Jacob I. Smith and the Samar campaign. Testimony recalls brutal actions, native combatants, and alleged mutilations. Corporal Pritchard and Sergeant Brumby testify about youths armed with bolos and daggers, while others describe the dangers of service and desertion cases including Ernest Wilde's.
President Roosevelt will not attend the New York meeting of the Military and Naval Order of the Spanish American War where he serves as commander. General George A. Harr es is commissioned as a member due to Roosevelt's absence and the event proceeds despite his inability to attend.
A saloon owner shot James MaMahon during an altercation at Head's saloon, with MaMahon dying minutes later as the incident unfolded amid liquor influence. A tornado near Glenrose, Texas killed five and injured forty, damaging courthouses, printing offices, and multiple businesses including Milan’s warehouse and Lily & Son’s store. Capetown case involves forgery charges against Arlaeens Hasselwill tied to a bond matter, with court action expected next week.
Filipino forces under General Veant push upriver to Gandara then coast, capturing insurgent leader Guevarra and his entire command. Guevarra takes over after Lakban’s capture. 300 insurgents surrender to U.S. authorities in Catbalogan. Also notes a Chicago medical case of silver wire used to repair a ruptured abdomen.
Arsenal officials expect completion of a giant weapon destined for Fort Hamilton in New York harbor. After four years of work the gun will be proved at Sandy Hook and mounted on a disappearing carriage. Reported range reaches twenty one miles though Krupp rivals dispute the claim. When fired it will require 125 pounds of powder and a 300 pound shell and weigh one ton.
Former secretary of agriculture J Sterling Morton died at 4 20 Sunday afternoon at Lake Forest home of his son Mark Morton after weeks of failing health. He authored Arbor Day which began in his era and is now observed nationwide.
Adjutant General Corbin released a cable from General Chaffee dated Manila Apell describing operations around Lake Moros. Forces plan to show strength at Gana and Malabang, then withdraw via multiple trails while occasional expeditions are sent, aiming to avoid large scale conflict.
Advices dated Wa Choa describe a bloody clash as imperial troops move toward Nao Ning clashing with rebels in the Wa Chong hills. Rebels later seize Nan Ning villages, setting up headquarters, with their leader Hung Yung Senge wounded in the encounter.
William McCarty aged 19 died at Port Chester Genn while trying to save his blind father believed to be in danger near a railroad. The incident occurred as an express train approached and the boy ran to assist, but was struck by a wagon team and killed.
A wartime official declares optimism for a near end to conflict while pledging continued effort for one to two years if needed. The leader asserts the government will sustain the war and approve arrangements for eventual demobilization.
A tornado hit Joplin Missouri and neighboring towns causing multiple fatalities and widespread destruction. Reports indicate damage across Yaiena, Kan, Web City and Carterville Missouri with homes and buildings leveled and debris scattered.
A man named Hovey Ci. Moodle died suddenly in bed at 6 o clock on a Friday night. His wife Seemril Wiktad witnessed the event and is described as distressed. He had retired in the evening after a long day of hard labor and riding, leaving his age and some details unclear.
Senator Money of Mississippi clashed with a streetcar conductor over fare and transfers. A struggle ensued with blows to the chest and shoulder, a pocket knife was opened, and the conductor suffered a cut hand. Complainant and others disputed who started the incident. arrests followed for the conductor and others named.
In Mich igne Physiciana vl reports a controversial operation on a patient near Keaton, Houghton wonky. The doctor allegedly fractured the skull to insert a foreign object then implanted tissue in Ollerg's head. Accusations arise of cruel treatment during a divorce case in Neh Ind where alcohol fueled violence and alleged revenge actions were described.
Joseph Hood faced charges in a case linked to a complex inquiry about wastrel counterfeit claims. The trial referenced historical ties to Ming Tah Metwlie and the Wanwe family as part of the contested allegations. The proceedings touched on a prior Hitler era context and a potential acquittal based on alleged immunity.
The Senate heard remarks from Mr Carmack of Tennessee criticizing the Philippines policy. He warned of the consequences of imperial excess and urged the administration to reconsider its approach, describing its aims as dangerous and urging restraint.
The text outlines a chaotic parliament moment with General Jacob M. Smith referenced and a debate on economic measures. It cites wartime exports, labor strikes, and a conference report, mentioning figures for naval and commercial activity, and references to individuals and families seeking regis tration or property actions.
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