28 Mar 1901
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1901
Page
1
Intrepid Kansan Funston penetrates the hiding place of Aguinaldo in Isabella Province and reports the Filipino leader is safe in Manila. General MacArthur holds the insurrection head as a prisoner in the capital’s palace.
A dispatch from Munile reports Aguinaldo's forces captured. several insurgent leaders taken near Casistran and Balke, with many papers seized. General Funston's small unit secured a notable victory on Tagzin Island, the first American approach into that district, prompting questions about his reward and the army's future reorganization.
A chaotic OCR led to a readable fragment noting celebration in Iola, the home of a general. It mentions Washington, March, and a description of Allied military advances led by General MacArthur. The text references captures and custody, and references to Aswinwide Adhuadt and related military reporting, with unclear dates and places.
Washington reports confirm Aguinaldo’s capture by General Punallen after US forces engaged in Pahenas Province. Aguinaldo’s health is stated as cheerful and in good health as he was brought ashore at Wickesbure. The dispatch notes uncertainty about further action and possible reinvestigation of operations in other provinces.
Reports say General Funeton captured General Aschnaldb in the Philippines, triggering widespread official congratulations. The incident follows Admiral Peerey’s early telegrams and a cascade of dispatches as authorities weigh the strategic impact and await fuller confirmation.
The article discusses Funston's work and its impact on the Philippine campaign. Secretary Long is quoted praising the reconnaissance and capture efforts. It notes support among readers and officials for his role and hints at possible further actions regarding Aguinaldo.
General Funston and officials debate how to handle Aguinaldo after his capture. Secretary Root recalls Jefferson Davis and Tweed cases while MacArthur weighs options. Palanan in Isabella province lies on a river system feeding the gulf, with access limited to the coast and sea routes.
Army officers in Washington discussed Aguinaldo’s possible status as a prisoner of war until the end of the conflict and a potential trial by military commission for proclamations and orders alleged to have incited massacres. A coast survey update notes the Isabella province at the northern edge of the Philippine archipelago.
Iola Kansas March 2 News of General Funston's success paralyzed business activity as citizens flood streets with papers and banners. People celebrate with flags raised and shops closed to spread the tale. Funston, a Kansas native, hails from a farm five miles away and the local paper notes his reputation for accomplishing the impossible.
Admiral Dewey expressed strong delight at news of Aguinaldo's capture at the Altemary hotel. He said the event likely signals a period of resistance ending, noting prior warning but praising Funston's bold undertaking and calling the development highly creditable.
A Manila observer discusses Aguinaldo as a leader, noting he is not highly educated and appears cautious. The interview recalls rumors of bullets missing him, and suggests sending him to Guam as a preventive move while acknowledging potential disorder after news spreads.
Rensay City March 23 report recalls Col Funston proposing a 100 man raid to cross a bridge from Caloocan and seize Aguinaldo and his lieutenant before they regroup. MacArthur dismissed the plan citing lack of available troops, while Aguinaldo kept a headquarters at Caloocan as the Twentieth Kansas guarded the passes.
Governor W A Stanley of Kansas, guest of honor at a banquet in Guthrie, announced that General Funston had captured Aguinaldo. Stanley said the news would boost Kansas pride and hopes the capture will ease Philippine troubles, noting Kansans deserve praise for Funston's success. The report continues on page six.
Washington March 28 reports indicate President McKinley lauded General Funston for the Aguinaldo capture. Representative Curtis spoke with McKinley, who declined to name a specific promotion but signaled Funston could receive a brigadier general rank or an equivalent position. The president planned to stop in Topeka on his western trip.
A Topeka Exposition meeting led by M A Low aims to lease fair grounds for five or ten years and raise 5000 in cash premiums for a state fair. Promoters plan a stock company with 395000 capital, attract horse and stock exhibitors, improve grounds, and secure support from Kansas industries while awaiting legislative action.
In Lincoln Nebraska the Republican party ends a protracted stalemate with a unanimous vote. Key figures and party leaders backed a resolution to move forward, resolving delays and signaling a unified stance on the issue. Local observers expect swift action following the vote.
Thompson and Rosewater withdraw from Have race as other candidates also exit, leaving a trimmed field. The caucus adjourned after two ballots with Dietrich, Thompaon, and Hite braced for governor bids. Dietrich linked to Lincoln race, Hanna Washo to fill vacancy, and party leaders debated next steps.
A damaged fragment reports a visit to the White House by a naval figure, lasting over an hour, with President and aides present. The text is garbled but indicates a formal offer or proposal tied to naval matters and a subsequent exchange noted by Whitt Holmes.
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