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Newspaper
Aberdeen Herald
Location
Aberdeen, Washington, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1898
Page
6
A collection of editorials and observations from the Aberdeen Herald discussing war aims, Cuba, the canal, military supply issues, and public figures. It covers Homeric references to Dewey, the Vesuvius cruiser, nursing wars, and social commentary on fashion, justice, and Italy’s morality.
The piece surveys the Navy's strength with about 300 vessels including 11 first class ships and 86 cruisers, notes 2,080 officers and a large Marine contingent, then shifts to praise Navy leaders Dewey Hobson Bagley Brownson Wish and others as well dressed, disciplined heroes who embody patriotic resolve and courage.
The piece praises dedicated book spaces even for those with modest means. It describes a charming small chamber with two windows and a corner fireplace where shelves run around the walls and roller blinds protect the volumes, suggesting affordable, private library rooms.
In the reign of Edward III three Bristol brothers, eminent clothers and woolen weavers, first manufactured the material later called Blanket. The fabric was used for peasants' clothing and has borne their family name ever since.
A fragmented report notes tapestry making is so slow that an artist can only yield a quarter of a square yard per year. It mentions a man employed by his wife's father facing no job loss concerns.
A survey of recent events covers the Cuba and Manila campaigns, Porto Rico plans, and new cabinets in Madrid. Reports note ship movements, naval actions, destroyers, and civilian disturbances. Also mentioned are postal expansions to Hawaii, shortages, and political shifts abroad.
General Shafter reports 896 new fever cases in the camp before Santiago with only four deaths, suggesting many are malarial or dengue fever while yellow fever remains comparatively rare. He notes gradual improvement and plans to move troops into better camps as recuperation proceeds. He also mentions Spanish prisoners of war and ongoing efforts to provide tents.
Santiago de Cuba July 26 report from Captain House confirms no yellow fever cases in the cavalry division. Malaria is prevalent but responds to quinine in four to five days. immunes show fever similarly. Army morale suffers from inactivity and uncertainty as heat, rain, and dew sustain illness.
Washington reports from Santiago via Hayti that 3,005 Spanish troops and 850 guerrillas surrendered and were paroled. Three thousand arms were loaded for shipment as efforts to repatriate about 24,000 troops proceed, with sources noting near starvation and expected rations. SHAFTER signs off on the progress.
The document claimed as General Garcia’s letter to General Shafter criticizing Cuban treatment and noting Garcia’s resignation was prepared by journalist Aras on Garcia’s staff. It remains unclear if Garcia ever saw the letter, and Shafter does not mention it.
U S ships led by Rear Admiral attacked Spanish forts and the Jorge Juan in the channel near Mayari. The Topeka sank the Jorge Juan after a fierce hour long fight with Wasp Leyden Annapolis and supporting fire, Spanish forces hoisted the white flag as American ships pressed their assault.
At Union dock in Brooklyn Spanish prisoners cheered the American flag as the 254 prisoners from prize steamers returned port aboard the Hesperia. The group included six officers and was said to have been well treated during detention aboard ship.
Examination of Admiral Cervera's ships near Santiago de Cuba concludes that the Maine blast was not replicated by magazine explosions on three wrecks. The boards report no keel upheaval and only localized plate bulging, with hulls remaining intact, supporting an external origin for the Maine detonation.
Appears to reference a pursuit or arrest topic with fragmented phrases about a thief and a target under forty. Mentions Malate and Philippi era terms, unclear context and missing full details.
Lloyds agent reports two Spanish gunboats have entered the harbor of Figuaira at the mouth of the Mondego, Portugal, as observed from London.
One hundred thirteen Klondikers who arrived at Victoria this morning on the Garrone reached Seattle this afternoon. Conservative estimates place their gold at about five hundred thousand dollars with many bringing large sums while others come out broke. Dr D W Ward of Portland notes the range and mentions the reticence of the travelers.
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