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Telegram from William H. Taft to Elihu Root

Telegram from William H. Taft to Elihu Root

Governor Taft reports on events in Surigao, where ten escaped prisoners, joined by a large number of ladrones, attacked the constabulary. One American, Captain Clark, was killed. The other Americans, directed by Luther S. Kelly, were able to hold off their attackers until support arrived. The matter has been placed under military command.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1903-03-24

Creator(s)

Taft, William H. (William Howard), 1857-1930