15 Jul 1898
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Newspaper
Athena Press
Location
Athena, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1898
Page
1
The Australian colonial representatives completed a bill for a federal commonwealth and submitted it to a plebiscite after a June vote in four colonies and June 4 in the fifth. Critics note impediments include railroads staying under state control and limited federal taxing power, sparking reluctance to entrust more power to Canberra.
The end of hostilities may see the nation rebuilding prestige as a carrier of ocean freights. The navy will gain crucial lessons and the government service will favor a popular new arm. Such momentum will boost commercial representation and nurture a mercantile marine with rising sea power.
Exultation over the Santiago victory gives way to astonishment at the lopsided losses. One fleet destroyed with 1200 killed and 1500 captured, while the opposing squadron loses only one man, two wounded, and remains unharmed. The Spanish admiral claims superior forces, yet the display of naval efficiency appears abject.
The plan envisions a complete census of the world's population on a single day in 1900. Census takers would be dispatched to every reachable point of the globe. Estimates vary wildly for nations like China Persia and Turkey and even Africa. The effort aims to produce the most careful world estimate to date.
The Yukon river opens and the Argonaute will return, reviving Klondike interest and the question of whether the gold crop has failed. Opinions vary, last year’s optimism is discounted, and few expect another gold fever epidemic. Public concerns shift to other matters as sober judgment tempers Klondike expectations.
The narrator highlights Lieut Blue’s frank account of touring the siege area near Santiago and the imprisoned fleet. He notes Blue met no Spaniards on the road and would flee if encountered, contrasting with a hypothetical war reporter from a yellow journal and the tendency to exaggerate dangers.
After Sampson's bombardment of forts at the entrance to Santiago harbor the fleet opened fire Sunday morning as Cervera's ships ran low on ammunition. The profit for the munitions loss is described as several million dollars worth. The earthworks lack accurate gunners while ships show poor aim, yielding a stalemate in the clash.
An American ship fired a single shell that struck the Spanish cruiser Vizcaya killing and wounding over a hundred men as it swept the vessel from bow to stern. The report notes luck spared the Americans from a similar ghastly record if a shell had exploded at the right moment.
Readable bits show an 8pm reference and Ex Sunday with unclear context. The fragment hints at a timetable or church schedule but lacks complete details for a full item.
The Spanish ministry reportedly tests a new shell releasing poisonous gas. The piece argues the risk is overstated, noting Spain has supplied abundant gas since the war began and that the poison is not highly fatal.
The report notes an uplift in Dewey's salary from five thousand to six thousand dollars following a promotion in rank. The text highlights his notable prominence and suggests the change aligns with his stature.
The Harvard professor who asserted there are no gentlemen in America is reminded that there are some who stand as fighters. This remark spots a rare clash between refined conduct and active defense among notable figures.
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