Local Town Officials and Directors List
Burgess Fred A Steber heads a slate including John Masterson as President Jas Brann L T Borchers Joseph Hill K G Mead and others. Clerk D A Ariro Treasurer A J Hazeltine Justices H B Perry C H Meacham Collector E R Peirce Attorney Wm Schnur Engineer D F A Wheelock Constables listed by ward School Directors named with Ball Crawford McLaren Cowan Beaty Baker Davidson Hinckley Brown Arird Shreeves Magee.
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E. R. Peirce
Wm. Schnur
D. F. A. Wheelock
S.G. Ward
John Rowland
John G. Brown
Wm. H. Hegerty
D. I. Ball
James W. Crawford
O. W. Beaty
W. M. Baker
J. M. Davidson
W.D. Hinckley
C. W. Brown
C. D. Arird
W.G. Shreeves
J. C. Magee
News From Manila Delays Grip on Philippines
Washington officials await Dewey's official Manila news as cable cuts hinder transmission. Dispatch boat Hugh McCulloch may carry reports from Manila to Hong Kong within 34 to 36 hours, with bombardment and town capture timing guiding the cable news.
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Washington
Philippines
Hong Kong
Navy Department
Hugh McCulloch
Manila
Dewey
McCulloch
Navy
Manila Bombardment Report During Cable Cut
Madrid dispatches state Manila began bombardment before the cable was cut. The Spanish colonial office notes American shells have not yet reached the town proper, with only outlying native quarters on fire and occasional shells hitting the European town. Citadel batteries, including six large guns, reply vigorously and have damaged the fleet.
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Madrid
Manila
Cable Cut Speculation Ties Philippines News to Madrid
Washington officials speculate who cut the cable to the Philippine islands. A diplomat suggested Spanish officials under Madrid order aimed to halt Manila disaster news and quell popular indignation. Dewey is deemed unlikely to have cut the line due to distance and motive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Philippine Islands
Madrid
Dewey
Stars and Stripes Backed Philippines Revealed
A Hong Kong dispatch reports Manila has fallen and the Philippines are under American flag. Commodore Dewey is forming a provisional government with insurgent aid in this transition.
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Dore Dewey
Manila
Hong Kong
Philippine Islands
Commodore Dewey
London
Philippines
Dewey
California militia ready for 48 hours notice to Philippine service
May 4 in San Francisco reports say the government will send Pacific coast troops to the Philippines soon after Commodore Dewey's dispatches. California officers at army headquarters insist readiness, with General Warfield noting the quota will be prepared within 48 hours of notification.
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San Francisco
Pacific Coast
Philippines
Dewey
Army Headquarters
Merriam
Department of California
Vancouver Barracks
General Warfield
The
National Guard
California
Promotion of Dewey to Admiral by Congressional Resolution
Vermont Representative Grout introduced a joint resolution praising Commodore George Dewey for his Manila Bay victory and proposing his promotion to admiral. The measure would authorize the president to nominate Dewey for the rank, with Senate confirmation, overriding existing naval promotion laws.
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Washington
Grout
Vermont
George Dewey
Manila
Senate
Spaniards Starving in Cuban Port Drive Into Manzanillo
report from Mobile on May 4 details 40000 Spanish soldiers in Manzanillo facing dire conditions. troops housed in streets and verandas beg for shelter and food. rationing is scant and morale collapsed. insurgents reportedly ready to accept desertions but distrust remains. mortality linked to neglect rather than climate.
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Mobile
Ala
John R. Stanhope
Honduras
Manzanillo
Sotheast
Cuba
P. W. Marshall
Thomas Coburn
Stanhope
Marshall
Mate Coburn
Santiago de Cuba
Nunez May Open Line to Gomez in Cuban Plans
Brigadier General Nunez, who landed with a small party to reach General Gomez, aims to establish direct communication and report Gomez’s resources and readiness for an aggressive movement. Cuban officials expect Nunez to report to authorities in Key West.
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Washington
Gomez
Nunez
Key West
Albertini
Palma
Quesada
New York
China Declares Neutrality After Manila Fall
China issues its first neutrality proclamation delaying the decree until the Americans secured a base in the Philippine islands. The action closes Asiatic coastal areas to free wartime use by Spain and the United States, a notable shift acknowledged by naval officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
China
Spain
United States
Philippine Islands
Four Major Generals Chosen for Volunteer Army
Washington May 4 The understanding among some secretaries is that four major generals of the volunteer army have been selected Otis of New York Wilson of Delaware Lee of Virginia and Wheeler of Alabama as the appointees.
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Washington
Officers Ordered to Wear Proper Grade Uniforms
Washington issues an order requiring all officers to wear the uniforms of their proper grades, promising a more formal and identifiable military appearance across the capital.
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Washington
Danahy Packing slaughter house destroyed by fire in Buffalo
Fire completely destroyed the Danahy Packing company's slaughter house at Metcalf and Clinton streets in Buffalo. The loss is estimated between 60 000 and 75 000 dollars, with partial insurance coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buffalo
Danahy Packing Company
Metcalf and
Clinton Streets
Naval clash near Cienfuegos sinks Spanish boats
Report from Key West says the USS Marblehead and Argonauta joined the Nashville’s prize Hor net in a small naval engagement off Cienfuegos. Spanish gunboats attacked. Hornet returned fire as Marblehead arrived. Captain McCalla believes one Spaniard sunk and possibly both.
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Atlanta
Key West
The
Journal
Nashville
Hornet
McCalla
Cienfuegos
War Dept Ships Vigilincia as Floating Hospital
The war department has chartered the steel ship Vigilincia to serve as a floating hospital for the army in the Cuba occupation. Built in 1890 at Chester Pennsylvania the vessel is 321 feet long with a 45 foot beam and 4115 tons gross. It lies in the Erie basin New York where full hospital equipment will be installed.
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Washington
War Department
Cuba
Chester
Erie Basin
New York
End of the Regency Telegraphed Turmoil in Madrid
London dispatch reports Don Carlos agitated by private telegrams from Madrid. A high Spanish diplomat says Spain is near revolution and the regency may end, with the queen regent's last effort for her son likely failing to place him on the throne.
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London
War Correspondents Passes Issued by Secretary Alger
Secretary Alger has issued 135 passes authorizing newspaper correspondents to accompany the army. The latest issued went to Mrs. K B Watkins, representing a Toronto newspaper, as the only new credential granted thus far.
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Washington
Alger
K. B. Watkins
Toronto
Soldier Families Gain Army Ration Proposal
tive Slayden introduces a joint resolution authorizing the secretary of war to issue one army ration per day to each member of the family of every enlisted man ordered to active duty, until he returns to his post.
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Washington
Slayden
Secretary of War
Proclamation on Spanish Residents Delay In U S
The state department has not issued the proclamation against Spanish residents in the United States as of May 4. Its fate depends on how Spain treats American citizens and on the Spanish government's course of action toward them.
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Washington
United States
State Department
Spain
Resolution Honors Dead From Cavite Naval Battle
In Madrid on May 4 the congress adopted a unanimous resolution of homage for those killed in the Cavite naval engagement. The queen regent's message was also adopted, with Republicans Carlists and Conservatives voting against it.
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Madrid
Cavite
Cabinet Crisis Looms in Madrid Amid Government Shakeup
A Madrid dispatch reports an imminent cabinet crisis with likely major government changes. It notes a possible formation of a national ministry under Campos and anticipates Parliament's closure in the near term.
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London
Madrid
Campos
Cuban Independence Favored by Canalejas
Madrid May 4 in the lower house Senor Canalejas editor of The Heraldo said it was preferable to grant Cuba independence rather than start a foreign war without proper preparations.
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Madrid
Senor Canalejas
Heraldo
Cuba
Louisiana Convention Honors Commodore Dewey Victory
The New Orleans constitution convention passed a resolution congratulating Commodore Dewey on his brilliant victory and extending the thanks of the people of Louisiana.
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New Orleans
Constitution Convention
Commodore Dewey
Lousiana
Madrid Foresees Possible Dictatorship Under Queen Regent
Madrid warns that a military dictatorship could arise with the queen regent in power and Campos or Polovieja as premier wielding full authority.
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London
Madrid
Campos
Polovieja
Spanish Dynasty Nearing Its End
Vienna reports on May 4 that observers believe the Spanish dynasty is nearing its end, signaling a potential political shift or succession crisis.
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Vienna
Cuban Campaign Plans Move Toward Cuba Landing
Washington reports steady development of plans for a Cuban expedition with no change in military aims. Admiral Sampson maintains the blockade while Oregon sails from Rio Janeiro toward Cuba, despite Spanish flying squadron rumors. The navy expects Oregon to withstand any pursuit with its armor and armament, even if challenged.
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Washington
Cuba
Admiral Sampson
Navy Department
Oregon
Rio Janeiro
Rio
Madrid protests martial law declaration
In Madrid on May 4, many view the martial law proclamation as unnecessary unless the government has word of a secret conspiracy. Sunday's demonstration was small and newspapers show widespread discontent with the decree and the crackdown on public assemblies.
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Madrid
Cortes
Weyler Criticizes Spanish Government in Palma Article
General Weyler writes from Palma expressing that Spain would be glorious if the government had shown preparedness. He says the Spanish army and navy are more disciplined than the Yankees whose lack of discipline was shown in the Maine loss. He accuses the government of weakness and ends with pessimistic future predictions.
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Madrid
Weyler
Palma
Majorca
Spain
Spain in Turmoil as Demonstrations Rise in Madrid
A Madrid dispatch says internal unrest tops external tension for Spain. Mon night crowds cheered Weyler and called for Sagasta's resignation. Soldiers were swayed toward the mob but officers interceded. Officers themselves mingled with marchers and urged attacks on ministerial residences.
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London
Madrid
Weyler
Sagasta
Porto Rico Excited at Port of Boston Arrival
Two British vessels from St Johns Porto Rico arrive in Boston on May 4. The brig Sceptre and the schooner Bravo report intense excitement in Porto Rico as they left. Spaniards favored Spain while natives backed independence.
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Boston
Sceptre
Bravo
St. Johns
Porto Rico
Spain
Dewey to receive troops from San Francisco for Philippines
Washington May 4 reports the cabinet will send as many troops as Admiral Dewey needs to hold gains in the Philippines. Direct shipments from San Francisco are planned and state volunteers may fill the quota. Commodore Dewey’s needs will determine the exact move.
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Manila
Washington
Admiral Dewey
Philippines
San Francisco
Commodore Dewey
Taking Things Patiently From Epworth League Lesson
Rev W J Yates discusses patience as a virtue formed through trial and effort. The piece urges following the right path with a calm spirit, enduring criticism, and trusting in God, identifying patience as a valuable gem to possess.
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W. J. Yates
New Spirit in Christendom Awakens Youth Involvement
The article notes a rising vigor among young people in Christian activity across denominations. It argues old church methods must yield to fresh forms and channels, with emphasis on social life, literary taste, and genuine devotion guided by the new life.
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Christendom
Great Meetings of the League and Endeavor Worth While
The speaker defends large religious gatherings as costly yet highly valuable. They uplift thousands through conventions in Toronto and San Francisco, widen minds, foster travel, and renew spiritual life. The Pacific coast saw the church's power and even spurred a possible general conference in San Francisco. It costs, but pays to gather the tribes of Israel.
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League and Endeavor Society
Toronto
San Francisco
Pacific Slope
General Conference of the
Methodist Episcopal Church
Far West
Two Essentials for Growth in a Christian Life
The message emphasizes two core needs for healthy development: feeding the spirit with God’s word and aiding others. It urges reading the Bible as the bread of life and then doing all possible to help somebody.
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God
The Lesser Ministries
Poem reflects on small acts of kindness shaping life and lifting weary travelers. It praises quiet deeds and tender ministries, noting that even a smile or kind word can transform sorrow into joy without grand gifts. The verse celebrates humble love as noble and royal.
Camp Black Opens as Volunteers Enter Exams
New York May 4 All volunteers at Camp Black Hempstead Plains slept under tents. Individual physical examinations of soldiers began and will run to Friday for officers. Colonel Fred D. Grant watches recruits of his Fourteenth Brooklyn closely as Thirteenth Regiment officers who refused to volunteer are kept at a distance. Rumor of withdrawal persists but unconfirmed. A post office will be established at Camp Black within days.
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New York
Camp Black
Hempstead Plains
Hempstead Waters Company
Fred D. Grant
Fourteenth
Brooklyn
Hempstead
Local Store Promises Unmatched Glassware Prices
Advertises unbeatable offers on china and glassware with emphasis on inspecting large stock to avoid being undersold. Encourages customers to call and examine products in person.
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China
Call
Ces
Christian Endeavor Weekly Talk on Denominational Loyalty
The pastor-led piece argues Christian Endeavor strengthens denominational ties and loyalty to one’s own church. It highlights God’s love for Zion and Christ’s sacrifice for the church as reasons to support and study the denomination’s work and history. Bible readings accompany the sermon outline.
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Christ
Zion
Holy Land
Making an annual spiritual inventory for the year
A Reformed Church Messenger exhortation urges personal self examination and improvement beyond a business stocktake. It lists blessings mercies benefits deliverances duties promises pledges vows failures shortcomings transgressions and sins as items for the year now ending and calls for grace in Jesus Christ.
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Jesus Christ
Reformed Church Messenger
Twofold Christian Request Mindset By Lutherans
The passage contrasts begging with prayer and duty. It states the Lord asks only a small portion of what He gives and asserts that those who ask in His name are not beggars but do what the Lord commands. It notes Christians often ask of the Lord and do not call it begging when He asks of them.
Hearing the Seed and Thorns Faithful Hearts
A Churchman reflection urges Christians to seek divine strength before receiving the word to cast out worldly cares and prevent the seed from being choked by thorns. The line “he that hath ears to hear let him hear” frames a call to attentive, disciplined hearing of scripture.
Answering the Child and Nature in Early Observation
The quote stresses that a child near nature learns through keen observation. If adults dismiss the child’s spontaneous questions with indifference, the child’s observing and reasoning faculties lose their natural growth potential. The churchman’s viewpoint underscores nurturing curiosity to preserve developmental faculties.
Life's a Duty and Duty to Children
Poem about moral duty and mothers guiding children. Emphasizes humble, faithful living and serving the home. Ends with hopeful blessing for truth and love in families. Selected.
Caruth Buys Virginia Natural Bridge for Seasonal Home
Boston financier H S Caruth has purchased the famous Virginian natural bridge and will take possession shortly and live in Virginia part of the year. He is noted for culture and wealth and aims to enhance the resort’s attractions. Colonel H C Parsons previously opened the site to the public in 1881 and promoted regional rail access.
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Virginia
H. S. Caruth
Boston
Caruth
H. C. Parsons
Richmond and Alleghany
Remember the Maine Battle Hymn in Burns Wilson Verse
A wartime poem by Robert Burns Wilson in the New York Herald urges recall of the Maine with lines of naval action. It depicts fleet clashes, shipboard courage, and a relentless refrain to remember the Maine amid smoke and flame.
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Maine
Robert Burns Wilson
New York Herald
Marching Through Georgia Hulls The Union War Chorus
Poem excerpt credits F L Stanton from Chicago Times Herald recalling Civil War marches and generals. It references battles with Jackson and Lee, Sherman marching to the sea, and a rallying call to fight with Our country forever. The flag and crimson stripes symbolize heroism and sacrifice.
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Georgia
Jackson
Lee
Sherman
F. L. Stanton
Chicago Times-Herald
Old Brigade Glory Haunts Georgia Fields
A poem from the Atlanta Constitution recalls the boys of the old brigade who fought under Lee and Sherman. It evokes graves, shaded grasses, and ghosts marching to drum, praying God to rest and honor the fallen soldiers.
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Lee
Sherman
Old Brigade
God
Atlanta Constitution
The Quick Alarming Drum Calls Freemen to Gather
A fragmentary verse describes a nation assembling its people around a drum to defend heritage against perceived threat, invoking mobilization and collective action by freemen.
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Local Directory
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Railroad Guide
Philadelphia & Erie BR. B
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Eastern Standard
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