Signing of Protocol Ends War Pressure With Spain
The document records the August 15 1898 protocol signing between the United States and Spain ending hostilities. It notes McKinley and Cambon overseeing the process in Washington with formal seals and credentials. Proclamation on August 16 declares suspension of hostilities and orders to commanders to abstain from incompatible actions. The text also mentions territorial terms including Cuba and other possessions in the West Indies and signals the forthcoming steps to peace.
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United States
Sec. Jr
Spain
McKinley
Ing
Jsp
Madrid
Idler
United Hoi Firet
Thiebaut
State Department
United Jovernment
Wiha
M. Cambon
Pal McKinley
Christina
Camden
Day
Cridler
France
Eise
Ton
Protoco
Cuba
West Indies
Porto Rico
Washington
United States of Americas
Isos
Wilelim R. Day
Jules Cambon
William McKinley
William M'Kinley
Hostilities Suspended in Wake of War Proclamation
Washington reports orders to Merritt Miles and Shafter suspending hostilities as peace talks near completion after the protocol was signed. Navy commands receive instructions to raise blockades and withdraw ships as Dewey and Sampson adjust dispositions. McKinley receives nationwide congratulations on successful termination of the war.
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Washington
Merritt
Manila
Philippines
Corbin
Miles
Shafter
Oucuny
Porto Rico
San Juan
Cuba
Navy Department
Sampson
Santiago
Howell
Key West
New York
Brooklyn
Indiana
Oregon
Iowa
Massachusetts
Tompkinsville
Watson
Newark
Guantanamo
Allen
Remy
Cuban
Dewey
Admiral Sampson
Schley
Gratification in England Over End of War
London newspapers express satisfaction at the war’s end. The Times calls it a real peace and notes the protocol leaves America’s hardest problems untouched, while voicing trust that the majority of Englishmen approve of America’s success.
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London
America
the Times
Final Blow Wins for Americans Near Mayaguez
War department telegrams from Ponce and Schwan report General Miles’s forces capturing Coamo, with about 150 Spanish killed and six wounded on the American side. Schwan’s brigade near Mayaguez clashes with a large Spanish force. two privates killed, one lieutenant wounded, and heavy enemy losses suspected.
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Mayaguez
Washington
War Department
Ponce
Secretary of War
Wilson
Ernst
Coomo
Pennsylvania
Hulings
Biddie
Aybonito
Coamo
Iloca
Lopez
Biddle
Miles
Porto Rico
Byron
Eighth Cavalry
Hernberger
Eleventh Infantry
France Considers Intervention Over China Crisis
Paris reports note a rising sentiment for decisive French intervention in China. Papers discuss England Russia tensions and potential alignments along the Yangtse river, with France possibly backing Russia and aiming to secure Tonkin border influence.
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Matin
China
Soir
England
Russia
Journal Des Debate
Yang-Tse
France
Germany
Japan
Tonquin
Trouble in Alaska sparks federal relief plan
The United States government fears serious interior Alaska trouble due to low water blocking supply routes. Major General Merriam will send artillery to St Michaels and push up the Yukon to Fort Yukon to establish a winter post and deliver extra provisions.
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San Francisco
Alaska
United
Fort Yukon
Washington
Merriam
St. Michaels
Yukon
Peace talks in Spain may extend into September
Madrid reports the press expects a foregone peace and eager for a peace commission programme. It is believed Senor Moret or Duke Almodovar de Rio will preside. Negotiations may continue into the second half of September.
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Madrid
Peace Commission
Senor Moret
Almodovar de Rio
United States Purchases British Tank Steamer Lucilene
The Lu cilene, purchased for 225000 dollars by the U S government for a water boat, will be renamed Jupiter after docking off League Island. Officials note the purchase price and its reclassification as a government vessel.
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Philadelphia
United States
League Island
Sailors Die in Cortes Bay Action off Pinar del Rio
Emanuel T. Kourlourie, a coal passer on the gunboat Bancroft, was shot dead during a clash with Spanish riflemen at Cortes bay in south Pinar del Rio on August 2. The Bancroft’s launch engaged a Spanish schooner, with heavy fire forcing the Spaniards to retreat. Kourlourie was buried at sea that afternoon as Lieutenant Henry B. Wilson and his men repelled the assault and destroyed the schooner loaded with cargo.
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Key West
Emanuel T. Kourlourie
Bancroft
Cortes Bay
Pinar del Rio
Henry B. Wilson
Santo Domingo
James Monrose
Valdemar Hohengren
Kourlourie
Wilson
Coas
Clover
Hohengren
Burlington Train Held Up Near St Joseph
Five armed men held up the south bound Burlington flyer two miles north of St Joseph Missouri at 9 PM while attempting to rob the Adams Express Company safe. They abandoned the attempt after rolling the safe from the express car. the safe was recovered two hours later with no money taken according to railroad officials. A Kansas City official later claimed the robbers obtained 8280 dollars from the car.
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St. Joseph
Adams Express Company
William Gardner
William Heaton
Frank Hogue
Kansas City
Prize Tug Humberto Rodriguez Reaches New York Port
The Spanish tug Humberto Rodriguez, seized by the cruiser Badger on July 26 off Neuvitas, arrived in New York Aug. 11 with a prize crew of 23 led by Lt. Peters. The ship flew the American ensign and displayed the Spanish colors, the first Spanish flag seen in port since the war began.
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New York
Humberto Rodriguez
Badger
Neuvitas
Peters
Horror of War In Manila Insurgents Aid Americans
Reports from Manila describe heavy bombardment and panic as insurgents push for decisive action to thwart peace negotiations. Casualties include civilians and troops. 1,500 houses burned at Tondo. British consul dead. typhoon and disease worsen conditions for residents and foreigners.
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Hong Kong
Washington
Madrid
Philippines
Luneta
Malate
Malate Forte
el Paco
Tondo
Wheat markets show farmer holdback amid export demand
In Portland traders report farmers delaying sales awaiting higher figures while exporters and millers compete for stock. Northwest crop prospects hover near 200000 bushels with strong European demand scenarios, and prices for wheat, oats, hay, dairy, and meats are listed across Seattle and San Francisco markets with varied regional quotes.
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Broomball
Liverpool Corn Trade News
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