06 May 1899
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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1899
Page
1
A London paper argues Americans are too vain and too resolute to relinquish the Philippines while defied. It notes Americans never give up what they claim, framing the Philippine issue as a test of grit. The piece uses Chicago fire anecdotes to illustrate resilience and combustible city lore.
If we keep trying hard we may please Germany and Germany may please us. There is nothing that fosters mutual pleasure of nations like a continuous tempo of reciprocal pacification, a performance on the stage of diplomacy during tense days.
The text argues that if General Otis sees the need for more than 30,000 troops they will be sent forward promptly. It claims Americans rarely shrink from a necessary duty requiring courage and fortitude and states the sovereignty of the Philippines has been accepted under a valid treaty and will be asserted at any cost.
May 1, the record day in American annals, showcased that a third of a century of peace did not dull the nation’s vigor. The United States demonstrated naval prowess equaling famed captains like Perry Decatur Farragut and Nelson, signaling heroic emergence on the world stage.
The article notes Captain Coghlan again places an obstacle to his own advancement. It argues his speeches were provoked and predicts Coghlan may not be rewarded as deserved for his gallant Manila Bay service, leaving him pitifully in a difficult position.
A prevailing view in the United States and Europe credits the Calumpit victory with potentially ending the Philippine war. The text urges that the fall of Calumpit would force Filipino acknowledgment of the futility of resisting American troops and government power.
News from Berlin reports Admiral Dewey and Prince Henry of Prussia maintaining friendly relations at Manila. The prince, arriving to command the German squadron in Asian waters, wrote to Dewey in a pleasant conciliatory vein, while Dewey supplied the German ships Kaiserin Augusta and Irene with meat ice and coal.
Not long ago Aguinaldo was praised by some Americans as a modern Washington and urged to lead the Philippines. Now his character shows through as he demands a ten million dollar ransom for Spanish prisoners or half the amgut to be paid by the United States. This act is likened to a brigand’s method of funding, second only to highway robbery.
Mrs Freye fires back accusing him of self conceit and lack of speech discretion. She argues the Paris peace commissioners have far greater experience in polite society and social ethics, warning that if the Californian does not retract soon the feminine peace commission may harshly condemn him.
Richard Oglesby died at his Maos home in the seventy fifth year of age. A noted link with the past and a memory to the state, he was a representative American and a born leader. His youth was poverty and he labored with his hands, but his talents and character rose like Lincoln, earning him enduring popularity among the people.
A devastating cyclone in Kirksville leaves about 40 dead and 70 injured with 200 homeless. Rescue efforts continue as doctors from Moberly and Macon assist. Newtown reports 15 dead and 30 injured. Communication lines were broken, and sightseers flock to the ruins while officials guard the scene.
Mrs. Henry C. Hyde, noted in social and religious circles, died recently in Freeport after a prominent life of community involvement.
Senators Baxter Aspinwall Templeton Begole Hull McConnell form a senatorial committee to investigate Chicago municipal affairs. They held an informal conference on procedure and scope of work, but no definite conclusion was reached, excluding Chapman.
Five men robbed the C F Shinkle banking house in Ellsworth and blew the safe with gunpowder stealing 1100 dollars. Witnesses saw them exit and fire was exchanged as they fled toward the west on a hand car from Lake Erie track. A pursuing posse failed to catch them. The bank front was shattered by the blast.
Dr Reuben Ludlam Sr president of Hahnemann medical college Chicago died of heart disease five minutes after a critical operation began at the college hospital His son Dr Reuben Ludlam Jr took over the surgical task to save the female patient The other item notes John Williston Cook accepting the presidency of Winds Normal University and the DeKalb normal school funding assist by Col Elwood of DeKalb
A northbound Illinois Central train into Arcola last evening carried a stock car full ablaze. The blaze was extinguished near the city center by the fire company. It is believed a spark from the engine started the fire.
John P. Altgeld lies gravely ill in Chicago while former Governor John M. Palmer is bedridden at his Springfield home, with kidney trouble reported as the cause for Gen Palmer’s condition.
Governor Tanner signs senate bill No 303 to safeguard pedestrians and bicyclists on sidewalks and sidepaths. The session ends with legislative bills sent to the governor. Wheat near Tower Hill reports a complete crop failure for the region. One farmer plans 100 acres of corn on a field previously sown in wheat last fall, marking a fourth straight year of failure. The statehouse will host a Mine Examiners board meeting on Tuesday June 6 to test candidates for mine engineer fire boss and hoisting engineer certificates.
Charles T. Yerkes prepares to relocate his residence to New York after years in the west. Once arriving thirteen years ago with $40,000 he now is worth about $12,000,000.
Nicholas Tieman, a farmer near Jacksonville, was struck by lightning while taking corn, dying. A barn near Tamaroa owned by Charles Seibert burned down with unknown cause, and 11 fine horses perished. Western Stone Co. plans a 25 cent daily advance for 600 workers across Joliet, Rockport, and Lemont quarries starting May 1.
Senator Cullom announced the appointment of Thomas W. Jionton of Jacksonville as supervisor of the census for the Sixteenth district.
James Walter McAndrews once known as the Original Watermelon Man, a famous minstrel, has been committed to the insane hospital at Elvin. The move follows concerns over his mental health and public safety.
Washington May 3 The president appointed Col Frederick Funston of the Twentieth Kansas as brigadier general of volunteers. Major General MacArthur and General Otis urged the promotion due to Funston's gallantry and leadership, notably in crossing the Rio Grande. MacArthur praised his signal skill and gallantry in the war and urged the appointment to Washington upon the president’s return.
Congressman J D Bowerspeck reports Adjutant General Corbin says the Twentieth Kansas will likely start home from Manila by mid June. The letter praises the regiment for its service around Manila and notes authorities will meet any reasonable requests as it prepares for muster out.
A Manila dispatch reports Balinag and nearby villages seized by Gen. Lawton’s column moving from Narzagaray, scattering about 1,600 insurgents, with casualties including two wounded. additional notes list prisoners and missing men from Yorktown and army detachments, as well as a second Otis emissaries conference ending without decisive results.
Capt. Charles M. Rockefeller of the Ninth Infantry, stationed at Fort Leavenworth for two years, is reported probably captured by Philippine rebels. He was part of the first class to graduate from the infantry and cavalry school when Maj. Gen. Otis founded it.
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