Americus Georgia described as commercial capital and growing hub
The article extols Americus as Southwest Georgia’s Commercial Capital with extensive rail links to Savannah and Columbus, a growing population, strong real estate demand, and a diverse industrial base including iron works, factories, and hotels. It highlights favorable climate, fertile agriculture, abundant water, electric lighting, and strong hospitality aimed at attracting settlers and manufacturers.
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Spanish Now Desire Peace Royal Decree at Madrid
The Official Gazette publishes a royal decree suspending rights across the Spanish peninsula as guaranteed by the constitution. The move signals Spain’s push for peace and outlines government authority to quell unrest, with hints of French mediation and possible plebiscite terms for Cuba.
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United States
Cuba
Ind omies him on to com and prosperity proomes an over
In a fragment of a speech Mr. J. C. extolls medical boosts and workforce vigor. He argues that improved health gives thousands of signed workers physical strength and stamina to carry on their labor more forcefully and easily, reflecting on past years.
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Surrender Details Still Unclear In Santiago Debate
Cabinet session in Assumption discusses transfer of Spanish troops and horses from Santiago. General Miles reports movement details while Shafter’s terms remain undisclosed. Transportation plans favor neutral shipping to avoid U S guard duties as troops return home. Spaniards’ honor customs and signals from Aquadores hill complicate surrender confirmation. Toral’s timely surrender prevents widespread destruction and signals foreseen heavy combat near Morro Castle.
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Day
Santiago
General Shafter
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Hecker
War Department
United States
Negertert
Shafter
Aquadores le
Sampson
Sorendor
Ansious
Morro Castle
Toral
Schley
Tempt
Sir Homey
Troops Ready for Porto Rico Invasion at Camp Thomas
Camp Thomas regiments of the First Corps prepare for General Brooke's departure to Washington to arrange for the Porto Rico expedition. The First Corps is ready to move. showers disrupt drills. fifteen train loads of supplies unload daily. Quartermaster records show 3 to 5 million dollars in stores issued since mobilization, with over 10,000 stock and thousands of horses and artillery on hand.
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Brooke
Washington
Porto Rico
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Iain McCarthy
Zalanski
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McCarthy
Sapeain McCarthy
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Peage Rumors Denied Brighten War Prospects
A cabinet member with close knowledge dismissed rumors of overt peace overtures or a treaty basis. He said no official messages from Madrid or Washington confirm a negotiated end, despite reports of Spanish concessions and signs of renewed hope amid Madrid and European gossip.
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War nominations extend McKinley’s volunteer army plan
Washington July 15 President McKinley announced promotions for the volunteer forces. Appointments include brigadier generals William S. Worth Edward P. Pearson Emerson H. Liscom and Esra P. Ewers plus major assistant adjutant general John D. Miley. Captains named include Benjamin Alvord William H Sage George H E Patten Edward O Ord and others. First lieutenants span Fifth Solantess infantry with Byron Dozier Dabmn Hood Letcher Willige and more. second lieutenants include Ran- Fronal Thomas Haan and several others.
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Edward P. Peanson
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George HE. Patten
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Saellings
William Crainshaw
Thomas B Frank
George G. Whitwhead
Arthur W. Orton
Philip H. Stern
Norman C
Claude A. Allen
Voluaeterna Cae Ver
Ran- Fronal
Thomas Haan
Dain Ork
Mae Jennings J. Pierce
Walter O. Harkins
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