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Newspaper
Atlanta Constitution
Location
Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1901
Page
6
A lengthy report by Admiral George Dewey criticizes Commodore Schley for slow actions at Cienfuegos and Santiago during the Spanish American War. It details blockades, coal logistics, communications, and the July 3 1898 engagement, concluding Schley lacked enterprise yet praised courage of sailors and the fleet.
Admiral George Dewey asserts that Commodore Schley led the U S squadron to decisive action during the Spanish fleet's escape attempt on July 3, 1898. He credits Schley with commanding authority and the successful destruction of the Spanish ships, noting the blockade of Cienfuegos and Santiago as effective.
The Baltimore Sun reports that railroad magnates pursuing a Northwest combination via Northern Securities face public backlash as Minnesota's governor fights the plan. It warns corporations against ignoring popular resentment, arguing railroads are vital to prosperity but must not justify unjust discrimination. It recalls the Granger movement and calls for restraint to avoid damaging public welfare.
Cedi de Lacey Milner, cousin of Sir Alfred Milner, married Mabel Vanegard at sea near Sault Ste. Marie on British territory. The ceremony drew sentiment over an estate valued at $25,000 yearly in England, with Milner expressing indifference to relatives’ views. The report mentions a South Carolina man, Crawford, denied a lieutenant’s commission for jilting his sweetheart, illustrating lingering chivalry in the South.
Corres narrative from Costa Rica reports growing poverty and halted business as government funds run short. Idle workers fill streets while election tensions rise and leaders warn of possible bloodshed. The piece links tariff privilege to protected infant industries and political leverage.
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