13 Jun 1897
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Newspaper
Americus Times Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1897
Page
1
A fragmented advertisement lists ready-made ladies underskirts and gowns offered at deep discounts. Items include trimmed underskirts at 60c to 125c equivalents, plain versions at 90c, and lace trimmed gowns from 49c to 1.00. Promises of low prices urge quick purchase to clear stock across the Americas.
Reports from London on a royal jubilee parade featuring General Miles alongside the queen’s carriage. Weather, tourism costs, and inflated rents affect American visitors. A Catholic priest is assassinated in Cape Town, with international sports notes about California’s amateur swimming team preparing for Chicago.
Arch bishop Franc is Janssen died aboard the steamer Creole on a voyage from the port toward New Orleans. He was ill with a possible infection and his funeral plans are being arranged. His career included service in Mississippi and, after Archbishop Laray's death, leading the diocese. The body was transferred to the Hudson after arriving in New Orleans.
In New York on June 12 journalist reports Dr Danforth arrives from Cuba and discusses war efforts. He estimates Cuban insurgents number 80,000 to 85,000 armed and ready, vows leaders and fighters will persist to victory, notes atrocities and Spanish countermeasures, and confirms insurgent capital at Agura while government remains unsettled.
Valencia reported attacked while at Guanaram harbor after noon May 27. Spanish cruiser Mercedes fired blank shots and a midship volley, striking near the bows, causing the Valencia to withdraw toward Santiago as the attacking force departed. Capt. Skillings and crew noted the encounter and arrival from Cuba.
June 12 report from Mapaio notes Spanish premier Saya denying McKinley stance while defending Spanish rights in the Ruiz case. Indemnity demand could prompt a response if justified. Separate item: jury fails to reach verdict in Foley murder case, with postponement and minor notes on the proceedings.
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