Munsey's Magazine, March 1899

Museum Catalog Note Munsey's Magazine, March 1899, issue presents a "People and Things of Timely Interest" section featuring contemporary figures and events. A substantive article examines Emilio Aguinaldo, describing his rise from Spanish-bribed exile in Hong Kong to American-backed leadership of Philippine insurgents, with discussion of his waning support among native elites. Additional features include tributes to naval commanders, covering a gold sword designed by Paulding Farnham and crafted by Tiffany & Co., presented to Admiral Dewey for the Manila Bay victory, and an ornamental cup given to Admiral Sampson's wife by his officers. The issue profiles Reverend Newell Dwight Hillis as Plymouth Church's new pastor succeeding Henry Ward Beecher, heiress Helen Gould's philanthropic work for soldiers, Siamese minister Phya Visuddha's diplomatic appointment, Venezuelan minister Andrade's relocation to London, Mexican President Porfirio Diaz's lengthy tenure, and anecdotes concerning actress Sarah Bernhardt. The issue concludes with architectural designs for a new public library on Fifth Avenue.