02 Dec 1899
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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1899
Page
1
The American army presses on in Luzon as typhoons fade. Soldiers endured a slow dry season with an arduous campaign. A recent battle yielded a bundle of proclamations claiming 7,500 Americans killed and 15,000 wounded amid insurgent resistance.
Though little known nationally at nomination, Garret A Hobart proved equal to the vice presidency. He showed the American citizen can rise to high responsibilities, benefiting both himself and the nation.
Report from Cuba says the Spanish bombardment at Cientagos cost one mule. In a Kimberley action by the Boers one cooking pot was badly damaged, drawing surprised chatter. The tally stands near even. The mule was crippled while the pot was black.
In Paris during Jules Dalen's statue unveiling, President Loubet fled as a mob cried Vive L Anarchie. The report notes a French element seemed to back Dooley's quip about foes cooprin a bar in a pini tinchry.
The speaker argues that Boer collusion with prosperity reduces the impact of destruction. He contends each act of war, from bridges blown to rails twisted, increases work for American mills and factories. War is terrible, but profitable for those not directly involved.
Two small South African republics with white populations under 300,000 issue proclamations annexing parts of British Natal and Cape Colony and naming towns after Boer leaders. The move marks a novel challenge to the British empire known for leading such annexations.
For the first time in history Jamaica’s imports from the United States in 1899 exceed those from Great Britain, drawing attention from London papers. They argue this shift matters to England and the world since England’s largest Caribbean possession does most of its trade with the United States rather than the mother country.
More colonels have been shot down in recent fighting with the Boers than in any other war England has known. The captains have suffered proportionately. The Doer theory holds that the British regular relies on concerted action and orders, and falters if its leader is absent. In loose fighting with cover, the Boer excels.
The passage argues that partisan election rules deny voters the right to choose public servants. It contends officials reach power by fraud, bypass the registered will, and manipulate majorities to self perpetuate while silencing opposition.
Protests against Brigham H. Roberts admission to Congress prompt him to rebut by invoking a misapplied moral standard. He notes moral flaws in all, claiming "Let him that is without sin cast the first stone," while acknowledging that the issue hinges on legal and factual determinations, not sentiment.
At a reception in St Louis Joseph Jefferson the famed actor joked about the Shakespeare authorship controversy and the cryptogram tied to Mr Donnelly and the Shakespeare grave epitaph He claimed not to believe Shakespeare wrote the epitaph and offered a rival cryptogram suggesting Shakespeare was a son in law of Mrs Lydia E Pinkham.
The sons of the Italian patriot protest in Rome papers against a Young Garibaldians demonstration for the Boers. They urge Italy to stay allied with England, recalling English help in Italy’s wars for independence.
On the 21st Howard Hallowell foreman at Harwood and Barteer bedstead factory Marion Indiana was arrested on grand jury indictment for coercing and discharging workers for union membership. Adirondack deer season ends with 22 hunters killed and above average deer harvest. Willow Anthony known as Brave Oil Anthony dies at Presbyterian Hospital New York after cocaine intake. He reported the Maine explosion to Captain Sizbee with the line I have to report that the ship has been blown up and is sinking.
The Knights of Labor choose Birmingham Alabama as the site for their next general assembly. A national Hereford cattle show will be in St Paul Minnesota September 3 to 5, in conjunction with the Minnesota state fair.
Condensed telegrams report a seven room wall to wall telegraph test in Chicago on the 27th with 80 wires connected and about forty dead lines located. Other items note Van derlip's possible New York bank presidency, Nebraska school Bible reading, Peru cabinet shifts, Dr. Brooks award, a bank fraud conviction, mourning for McKinley, Nome isolation, and bond purchases totaling 13.5 million by the treasury.
A Marion surgeon and several elderly residents are reported dead or noted for long service. Names include Dr. Bundy, 77, Civil War surgeon. Mrs. Emeretta Brown, 93. John Taylor, 49er veteran. Marcus Barrett, 95, longtime Free Mason. Mrs. Lingle, 55. Mrs. Peters of Pana. John Arbuchs of Highland. William Riley near Ridgway. David Howe, 85, likely paralysis. William Capen, 1831 birth, Bloomington lawyer, typho-malarial death prognosis turned fatal. Mrs. Henrietta McCormick, 77, McCormick family pioneer. W H Crawford of Equality, apoplexy. Charles M. Gilmer, 55, Quincy lawyer.
The town and city lots committee proposes a total reduction of 19 662 120 in property assessments with Cook County pressed for deeper cuts. The board's lists show increases in 20+ counties and decreases in many others, noting no changes in counties not mentioned.
Judge Halden with Judges Stein and Bretano declare Illinois legislation exceeding police power and constituting class legislation in ruling the national emblem desecration law invalid. The decision cites overreach by the legislature in enacting the measure.
Cotton Belt and Eastern Illinois officials tour the Chicago and Eastern Illinois routes. Rumors say passenger trains will run from Chicago to Texas, with speculation a short line may connect Terre Haute to the state’s Chi Cago and Eastern Illinois lines, creating new through service.
Thirteen hundred dollars part of 1400 dollars reported stolen by W. C. Duncan of Portland Oregon was returned to Chicago police. An unsigned note stating Duncan had lost the money accompanied the recovered sum.
Jerry McNeillis and John White, named as alleged victims in a five cent library tale, are accused of robbing their former employer William Hicks aged 60 on a highway near Arcola as he returned home.
About 300 people, some local to Decatur, are attempting to gain control of the Andrew House estate, reportedly valued at 300 million dollars. The drive involves residents and other interested parties seeking management and ownership.
A protective association for horseshoers and blacksmiths has been organized in McLean County to raise the price of horse shoeing. The move aims to standardize rates and safeguard workers’ livelihoods in local services.
Gen Otis reports the Philippines situation with Young still pursuing Aguinaldo toward Bangued as insurgents north of Manila show signs of disintegration. Troops seize arms and prisoners near Tayug and Dagupan while Aguinaldo crowds 1000 supporters at the north and some units desert. Zamboanga forces surrender with no trouble reported.
Dispatch from Gen Otis reports the bulk of Spanish and American prisoners at Bangued. marines landed at Vigan. Young's column moved from Nainogpacan toward the mountains. troops to relieve marines at Vigan on the 29th. Aguinaldo family guarded at San Fabian. natives offer help against insurgents. Zamboanga reports surrender of heavy artillery to the navy and to Nichols. About eighty Tagalos in the mountains.
Three hundred Spanish prisoners who escaped captivity before the American advance have arrived in Manila over the past week. Civil officials and many officers, held by Filipinos for over a year, are among the group. Francisco Reyes delivered 100 prisoners from Gen. Wheaton. Some are ill and had to be moved by army wagons. A delegation met Maj. Gen. Otis to thank him for hospitality. Spanish commissioner Senor Jamarillo plans to send them to Spain aboard Spanish transports.
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