Captives Outnumber Captors in Santiago War Note
Gen Shafter notes captives vastly outnumber his own forces, promising a memorable American achievement at Santiago. History shows attackers often outnumber defenders in sieges, with examples from Bemis Heights to Donelson and Vicksburg, and Belfort. The Santiago defense surprised American officers, with strong land and sea fortifications.
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Shafter
Santiago
Gates
Burgoyne
Bemis Heights
Washington
Cornwallis
Grant
Buckner
Fort Donelson
Pemberton
Vicksburg
Batsine
Matz
Belfort
Paris
Americans Triumph in Cuba Forecast of Postwar Cuban Policy
The article compares American forces to Spanish and Mexican resistance, noting technological advantages and past battles like Buena Vista. It argues the US will require large future troop levels to stabilize Cuba, Puerto Rico, the Philippines, and possibly other territories, as civil authorities take over after the war.
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Santiago
Httle
Taylor
Rio Grande
Scott
Vera Cruz
Buena Vista
Santa Anna
Mexico
Cuba
Toral
Blanco
Europe
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Porto Rico
Philippines
Hawaii
Ladroney
Caroines
Republican Judicial Convention in Iowa’s Fifteenth District
The Republicans of the Fifteenth Judicial District of Iowa will hold a delegate convention on August 11, 1898 at 7 p.m. in the Council Bluffs courthouse to nominate three district judges and conduct other business. Representation follows the State Central Committee basis with delegates allocated by county including Audubon Cass Freemont Montgomery Page Pottawattamie Shelby and others. O Strnet serves as chairman and E Cox as secretary.
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Epublican
Iowa
Republicanus of
Dubuque
Supreme Court
L. M. Shaw
Aveernor
Adair
Johnson
Adams Jones
Ailamiakeck
Appanooss Kossuth
Ma Auuboo
Benipo Ling
Muscatine
Chickasaw
O'Brien Osceola
Palo
Pocahontas Polk
Pottawattamie
Decatureclaware
Poweshiek
Te Moines
Dickinson Ringgold
N Scott
Billiet
Fifteenth Judicial District
Iowe
Council Islaits
State Central Committee
Audubon , Cass
Freon
Millis
Montgomery Page
Pottawattamine
Shelby A
O- Strnet
E. Coox
Republican Ninth Iowa Congressional Convention Aug 15 1895
The Republicans of Iowa Ninth District will meet August 15 1895 at 11 am in Council Bluffs Court House to nominate a candidate for congress and conduct other business. Representation follows state central committee apportionment. counties listed include Yates Adair Audubon Montgomery Pottawatomie Shelby and others. secretary Victor Bexoun.
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Ninth Congressional District
Iowa
D.tm
Court House
Council Ulutis
Congress
Yates, Adair
Audubons Gass
Montgomery
Polewattamie
Republican ticket slate for district and county offices
The ticket lists W H McConvill for the district court Slee seat Atlantic Township. Ry H Shifflete for county auditor Pleasant Township. Frank Herbert for county recorder Hingston Township. A Meredith for county attorney Atlantic Township. N W Way for the first district supervisor Benton Township. Levi Mountain for the fourth district supervisor Bear Grove Township.
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W.H. McConvill
Atlantic Township
Ry H. Shifflete
Pleasant Township
Frank Herbert
Hingston Township
A. Meredith
N. W. Way
Benton Township
Levi Mountain
Bear Grove Township
Navy clears Cuban harbors as blockade ends in sight
The navy cleans gunboats from barbors along Cuba and prepares for landings at ports on both coasts. Blockade runners are captured, with several valuable prizes taken in the past week. The Archbishop of Santiago spoke of raising the Spanish flag over Washington, misstating the timing of the flag change at Santiago.
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Barbors
Cuba
Saftey
Santiago
Gervera
Washington
Prisoner height study contrasts Spanish and American troops
The report notes Spanish prisoners at Santiago average three inches shorter in leg length than American Lopez troops. It claims the smaller height implies lesser class and effectiveness in heavy campaign work, arguing Braver shooting does not compensate reduced size.
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Santiago
Tim captures ten million Mauser cartridges at Santiago
The report notes a large stock of ammunition for long range rifles and asserts that the rifles are now in American hands. it claims such firepower will greatly reduce Spanish forces. It mentions Carlista readiness for action and hints at possible upheaval in Spain.
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Santiago
Irregular Cuban Insurgents Spark Tense Clashes With U S
The piece argues insurgents show disdain for civilized warfare and seek American protection while demanding control. It notes discontent over restrictions, calls out looting tendencies, and claims officers share the outlaw posture. It also covers political shifts, the Puerto Rico focus, and U S aims to finish the Cuban-Spanish conflict.
Ambivalent Trade Talk on Spain and Overseas Holds
The speaker suggests Spain has limited holdings desirable to the party and hints at concessions if Spain cooperates. They warn that prolonged control of distant territories will raise costs and complicate aims, implying pressure to extract favorable terms while maintaining influence.
New Order of Things Reopens Cuban Port and Trade
The town, long under Spanish rule, has revived as American transports bring food to refugees and goods to stores. Saloons stay closed by Shaker order while refugees return home and trade resumes. The port opens to neutral nations, signaling a hopeful shift toward peace and orderly civil life in Cuba.
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Sanurtaco
Santiago
Shaker
Cuba
United States
Three cheers for Commodore Schley at Santiago
A Chicago Times Herald account from off Santiago describes sailors cheering Commodore Schley after the Spanish surrender, crediting the crew behind the guns for the victory. The scene includes officers praising the crew, and a separate note about Isaac the Jew pawn broker profiting from the post surrender chaos.
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Santiago
Cervera
Schley
Brooklyn
Indiana
Commodore Schley
Iit
Chicago
Limes Herald
McKinley’s Cuba policy endorsed over insurgent recognition
Evexronz concedes McKinley was right to refrain from recognizing the Cuban insurgent government. He argues immediate recognition after territorial gains would have empowered insurgents to demand like sanctions, risking trouble over Santiago and worsening Cuban conditions.
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Evexronz
McKinley
Cuba
Iate
Santiago
Weyler to Lead Spanish Cabinet in War Effort
The text argues Weyler should form a new Spanish cabinet and lead an invasion, insisting the country will fight to the bitter end until Spain rallies under his leadership and faces the war with force. It endorses Weyler as the decisive figure to mobilize the army and push through a prolonged campaign.
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Spain
Weyler
United States to Establish Stable Government in Cuba
The United States and Spain say they will install a fair government in Cuba before handing the island over, stating that hostilities from Cubans would not change the outcome and that independence or control will be settled to favor a stable regime.
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United States
Cuban
Cuba
Forces Gather for Puerto Rico Campaign Amid War Tensions
Dispatches describe Grex Mines heading to Porto Rico with a landing planned for Sunday morning. Troop detachments sail from several ports, well supplied for a task believed easier to seize than Cuba, though heavy combat and losses are anticipated. Reports mention a strong fleet, possible quick possession of San Juan and Porto Rico, and debate over how to treat captured Spaniards. Dewey is praised for handling a German admiral, while criticism targets sensational war reporting and a correspondent's credibility.
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Grex
Are Rico
Santiago Capaign
Porto Rivo
Cuba
San Juan
Porto Rico
Griswold postmaster chosen amid praise and policy notes
D H Scorr of the Griswold American is named postmaster of Griswold. The Telegraph congratulates him, praising his qualifications and predicting general satisfaction in the office. A local lodge reports loan rates on farm security at 54 percent, noting shifts in money availability since earlier years and linking it to administration confidence. The piece recalls President McKinley’s Cuba policy and promises of protection and a stable government.
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D. H. Scorr
Griswold American
Griswold
Telegrapa
Dave
McKinley
Cuba
Harvest Nears End With Gentle Showers Wanted
The report notes harvest is nearly complete and in good condition. A few showers would help corn and pantry stores, provided wind remains moderate to avoid damage. Local conditions suggest a modest rain would be welcome.
Howson Works to Raise Sunk Ships for Navy Strength
Howson has shown what he can do toward sinking a ship now he is quietly at work trying to raise some that have been sunk and thereby add to the strength of our navy. We hope he may be successful.
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Howson
Towa Wins First Prize at Omaha Butter Exposition
Towa earns top honors at the Omaha exposition, leading in butter judging and capturing the premier prize. Her work dominates the field, reflecting high quality and broad appeal across the event.
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Towa
Omaha
Prosperity Acknowledged By Polo constructs?
The Denver Daily Nova praises broad farmer prosperity, noting higher receipts from last year s crops, substantial mortgage repayments, rising bank deposits and lower farm loan rates. It cites Orange Judd Farmer forecasts of strong crop prices, growing agricultural trade, and eager factory output across the West and beyond.
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Denver Daily Nova
Farmoera
Transmissouri
Losna’ Lare
National Bank
America
Orange
Judd
Chicago
Saya
Orange Judd
Western
Middle States
Middland
New England
Swain Believes Armor Holes Were Deliberate
Swain asserts the holes in the armor plate of American battleships were inserted intentionally by the yankees, a claim reflecting wartime distrust and provocative rhetoric.
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Swain
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Ayres & Hollowell
Jepublican County Ticket
Baggar
Gen. Shatter
Montejo
Cevera
State Board of Control
Board of Control
Greater Antilles
Monterey
Pacific
Manius
Ladrones
Oncre Isaac
Manila
Dewey
Havana
Evurats
Viscaya
Bob, Evans
Bob Evans
Scovill
Gen. Shafter
Hoe
New York World
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