12 Jul 1898
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1898
Page
1
A fragmentary notice mentions Cait Ones connected to a scene at the Atlanta depot. It references Sleeping Care and a drawing room setup, with tangential notes about Nant Gudnot and Ashe, outlining a local event or display without full context.
Press dispatch describes Commodore Schley’s squadron bombarding the city of Santiago from 5:15 PM, with shots aimed over a cliff and signaling delays. Officials in Washington declare no decisive news yet, while hints point to a final struggle possibly underway as reports of a bombardment reach the White House.
A dated medical advert boasts a “Golden BM Discovery” that claims to restore appetite, strengthen digestion, and correct impaired digestion while soothing inflammation and easing coughing. It asserts it can cure consumption and allied diseases, promising rapid relief and improved breathing.
Reports from Madrid indicate a split in the government over continuing the war with the United States. The peace faction urges immediate negotiations while the war party seeks to press on. Queen regent consults ministers as tensions mount and officials foresee a possible collective resignation to form an interim government.
Reported practice of executing prisoners continues despite denials. Wounded private travelers from the Seventy first New York regiment return home aboard the Kansas City after battles. Maryland to honor Schley with sword and thanks. Admiral Sampson reports arriving, Harvard not yet arrived, stock market notes on Spanish bonds and exchange readings.
General Shafter's headquarters report that Spain rejects surrender terms and arms. armistice ends at 4 pm with orders to divisions to prepare new assault on Spanish works. Union forces, including General Shafter and Hi, move toward stronger positions as they press toward Santiago. Refugees from San Juan suffer as aid efforts continue.
Dispatches from continental capitals report united pressure for peace and Madrid's cabinet softening to the idea that prolonged war will cause greater losses. Britain expects Spain to consult France through Paris, with no definite proposal yet due to Madrid’s political deadlock and opposition views.
Reports from July 11 state General Shafter’s forces attacked trench positions and forced the Spanish to retreat with heavy casualties. American troops captured artillery and prisoners while Madrid reports Rico may surrender as Santiago Menilla and Porto Rico loom. A Norwegian steamship named the Weasel carrying arms was seized by the Brooklyn.
Col. L N Terrell superintendent of the railway mail service leaves Atlanta for Santiago to establish postal links between that Cuban city and the United States. He expects the government to open postal service at captured points and to arrange regular mail steamship lines.
Cotton conditions show a 1.2 average to July 1 with regional scores Oklahoma 99 Arkansas 93 Mississippi 4 Indian Territory 89. Sugar and wool imports for June total 267 789 088 pounds and 7 549 762 pounds respectively amid duty changes. Confederate veterans plan Alabama reunion attendance in Atlanta July 20 with Camp Ashford Town Creek leading efforts. Prince Victor Emanuel of Italy arrives at Saratoga with Count Carpenette en route to Newport. Spanish stocks open and close around the 34 0 per currency and Paris bourse prices.
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