25 May 1898
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Newspaper
Ackley World
Location
Ackley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1898
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR reads like a 19th century local column describing Ackley in London, militia provisions, and travel glimpses. It mentions a committee, officials, fines, road works, a camp or garrison, and a hotel scene with a guest near water, plus scattered dialogue about orders and supply stock.
A tangle of excerpts reports on distant events and ideas. It mentions a news eye invented typewriter and magnetic relays, African chiefs guarding old wealth, a doomed expedition, a Western Kansas death notice, corporate securities, a New York chewing-stump factory strike, and diverse notes on Spain, Cervantes, Mexico, and Australian wheat yields. The jumbled items sketch a late 19th century press collage, with scattered dates, places, and people amid economic, literary, and geopolitical threads.
Reports from Oskaloosa and nearby towns detail a box of chocolate containing rough on rats and arsenic, delivered to Miss Miles who fell gravely ill after eating portions. Investigation finds poison in the candy, sparing others who had access. Also noted: a murder-mystery case near Waverly, farm hand Charles Tuck missing, and Iowa Bankers meet slated for Mason City with a dense program. A baby drowned near Oskaloosa in a tub of water.
Reports from Des Moines and Onawa describe the Iowa Supreme Court decisions involving several appellants in Des Moines districts. The Eleventh Annual Northwest Iowa Christian Convention convened in Onawa with delegates, lectures, and missionary emphasis led by Dr Ada McVeal and Miss Lizzie Whealen, noting Drake University support and district aims.
Reports detail a violent tornado crossing Cedar James Clinton and Jackson counties in Iowa, wrecking farms and villages. Dozens killed or injured, with property losses mounting to hundreds of thousands. Names of victims and witnesses appear amid shattered farms, collapsed cellars, and scattered personal items.
A tornado tore through Opie county causing widespread destruction from Stillman Valley to Adeline. Homes and barns leveled, cattle killed, water tank and piano wrecked, and debris blanketing fields. Eleven people confirmed dead and two dozen injured with search and relief efforts under way.
Washington May 20 Yesterday the following pensions were granted. Town Original George Young Bellevue 8 John B Gray Mottroe 5 Robert Bizzard Newton 1 Andrew Van Vieck Cedar Rapids 6 Warlow M M Tuttle Tipton 0 Woburt Middlebrook Cresco 0 Arthur McDowell Goodell 0 Arthur Terrih Postville 6 William L Dalzeil Davenport 12 Increase James E Ayres Bronx City 10 Andrew J Vinson Bolchers Home 8 Peter G Mev Namara West Mitchell 17 Reis sue Anion Monical Keakul 8 Widow Sophia Hurt Van Motor 5 Nebraska Original Nathan D Thorp Woodoo 6 Additional James Amick Aram 6 8 Original Widow Mary Brenerman Lincoln 3 Postmasters were appointed yesterday as follows Town Evanston Webster county Alvaki C Shaffer vice W D Drake resigned O Leary Plymouth county Adam McLain vice J S Hoyt resigned Nebraska Ashton Sherman county Theodore Osernyk vice William A Wilson resigned Malmage Otee county WH o Willice vice W Eschmeyer removed
In Tampa on May 21 under orders from General Shutter artillery officers seized a youth named Garcia, 18, living in Ompa, as a suspected spy for Spain. He claims innocence, supported by railroad and state officials. a strict inquiry is announced.
May 10 in Rawlins Wyoming reports the death of famed frontier figure Jim Baker known for filming and portraying the famous scene and Indian fight. The obituary notes his adventures and many writings about his exploits.
In Tampa on May 19 Colonel Frad Yinston joined the colony of staie apparates awaiting arrival of General Miles. The scene centers on the notable gathering as local readers anticipate further moves by the group.
Madrid reports via Temps that the Spanish government rejects Cuban leaders' terms as only a few minor figures have accepted the advances. The paper notes rising public doubt about formal mediation while Spaniards entertain cautious, hopeful scenarios of possible broader action.
A Tribune dispatch notes no Spanish squadron near Santiago yet and implies time for a decision remains. It says a cruiser off western and southern Cuba finds Cuba quiet in the Yucatan channel while blockade vessels around Cape Houa and Havana area are planned to be increased and strengthened. No American ships or squadrons are reported near Santiago, with no direct engagement observed yet.
A Paris dispatch notes shifts in French sentiment toward the United States. Journal writers praise Admiral Snupsen’s maneuvers aiding a strategic junction, while others criticize Spain for clericalism and militarism. Henry Burne condemns anti Americanism and urges France toward friendship with the republic. Henry Fouggett rails against perceived American women snobbery.
A Macon Ga dispatch reports United States transport Florida has begun carrying Cuban volunteers to the island. The May 18 departure from Port Pamlico brought a regiment organized in Florida’s lower peninsula, chosen for Spanish language and local topography knowledge. If this expedition succeeds, additional troops will follow to Cuba.
General Shafter announced the Port Tampa facilities are not ready to move troops to Cuba and would need at least a week to prepare. Eleven ships are ready and five to seven are en route, likely with bunks and stalls. Embarkation would take two to three days for horses and artillery, with no movement until the Spanish fleet gains power. He estimated 506,000 troops could suffice for the operation and anticipated volunteers joining later under General Lee.
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