Soldiers March and Otis Return Highlight 1900s Dispatch
A London Daily Mail correspondent notes mixed Allied troop relations in Pekin and the risk of a broader clash as French, British, American, and other forces operate under tension. Major General Otis returns to the United States after two years of wartime service, hailed for balancing administration and combat duties amid criticism. The piece lists veteran Indiana officers recommended for aides-de-camp to the Grand Army of the Republic commander in chief.
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Indiana Department
Grand Army of the Republic
Daniel W. Wheeler
Terre Haute
St. Louis
William D. McCullough
Brazil
A. S. McCormick
Lafayette
Will J. Crister
Greens
Congress in 1900 Eyes on Philippines and Canal
Washington Letter surveys a centennial Congress session and looming votes. Key topics include Spooner Philippines governance, a ten year ship subsidy, Army reorganization, and the Nicaragua canal issue under Hay Pauncefote. Leaders fear redrawn districts and possible reduced southern representation amid illiteracy debates.
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Philadelphia
Attacks Army Trial System in Defense of Carter
Frank P. Blair, attorney for O M Carter, former army engineer officer jailed at Leavenworth for public funds misuse, mounts a fierce challenge to military justice. He argues trial jurisdiction has ballooned from 25,000 soldiers to 10,000,000 civilians, including aliens, suggesting executions occur for offenses barely or not at all covered by civil law.
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O. M. Carter
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Philippine Flane
Chorus of Censorship in Chicago Music Halls
Chicago officers Captain Coljeran and Chief Rip-Jey led a purge on performances by cutting objectionable lines from songs at local music halls and concert saloons. The Tribune voices support for broader action, urging license revocation to close venues offending decent standards, despite political influence wielded by proprietors.
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