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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1898
Page
3
One copy one year. One copy eight months. One copy three months. Daily Edition published every evening except Sunday. Contains latest general news and market reports. Rates: per year four shillings, per month two pence. Tur Day Fezzarara appears in the catalog with updated pricing and schedule.
A notice invites Republican electors of Iowa to a delegate convention in Dubuque on September 1, 1898 at 11 a.m. to nominate state officials including secretary, treasurer, auditor, supreme court judges, attorney general, and railroad commissioners. It outlines representation rules and calls for county committee reorganizations.
For County Auditor R H Shifflett of Pleasant Township. For County Recorder Frank Herbert of Brighton Township. For County Attorney Co A Me Fe of Atlantic Township. For Member Board of Supervisors First District W Y of Benton Township Fourth District Levi Mountain of Bear Grove Township.
The Cass County delegates favored Mr. Hager as second choice but the convention rejected him by 110 to 55. Hager supporters faced a two to one deficit, and leaders acknowledged the outcome while Curtis retains delegate selection, implying awareness of each delegate position.
The Anita Tribune comments on Major Curtis intentions with bold rhetoric, noting the publication’s reputation for outspoken commentary. The piece remarks on a county convention aftermath and Sherm's two week recovery from the mouthier stance in prior issues.
The Spanish war has served as the great educator in geography for the era, as many who once could not locate the West Indies now know the towns bays and inlets of Cuba Porto Rico and the Philippine islands along with adjacent territories.
The second call for volunteers is being filled more rapidly than the first. Recruits are enlisting as privates with no competition for officer posts, and those who go now will serve as soldiers.
Citizens rapidly take war loan bonds, showing trust in the country to maintain credit and redeem bonds at 100 cents on the dollar. Local officials note swift uptake as a sign of public support and fiscal stability.
A local press voice defends supporting Curtis for Congress over Hager amid county convention fallout. It argues for respecting majority choice, critiques Hager’s strength, and asserts no endorsement of rivals while pledging to boost Curtis’s bid and oppose endless terms for Adair County’s representative.
The daily papers tell of drownings among young men and boys nationwide with Iowa recording many fatalities since the Maine disaster. Warnings prove ineffective as impetuosity and carelessness lead youths to ignore cautions. High waters alter channels and create new holes at common swimming spots, causing reckless dives and fatal outcomes.
The second expedition for the Philippines with 3,500 troops left San Francisco Wednesday morning for the long voyage. A third expedition is scheduled to depart June 26 joining the Atlantic group, building a strong US force that should reinforce Admiral Dewey and strengthen his position.
In Colorado during the campaign the Free Silverites declare themselves in favor of cooperation rather than fusion. They warn against bold talk that could be misread as shouting for corporations, which would harm their cause and reputation.
The passage argues Spain cannot sue for peace while ongoing assaults threaten her territory. If she maintains that stance, much will be lost before any peace is declared, as assaults will likely persist as long as anything remains to assault unless she finally cries enough.
The Globe Democrat asserts the war revenue bill and an 820 million popular loan will finance government needs for the war. Additional bonds can be issued if required, ensuring cash flow regardless of war length or expenses. The administration governs, silencing silverites and greenbackers, while Spaniards in Congress are subdued for now.
The Shelby County Republican slate names H. W. Byers as a congress run, promising a three cornered contest and keeping Hager guessing about his landing spot. Curtis supporters push his candidacy, but Byers presents a strong opposing force in the race’s evolving field.
Critics claimed McKinley should mobilize faster by daily expeditions, yet after weeks they acknowledge prudent progress. No ships lost, fifty casualties suffice to cover all losses, two Spanish fleets neutralized, Cuba invaded, sixty days since war began.
The writer notes a wartime contrast with the rebellion, saying fewer war widows will arise because single men have joined the forces. He observes the impact on women and the desire of girls to see their men go off to war and await their return.
Congressmen Cousins is renominated by acclamation to succeed himself with several more likely to gain nominations as conventions approach. In the Ninth and Eleventh districts there will be no contest, while Hager hopes to secure nomination despite a tough fight. Opposition to him is growing with new candidates emerging. Cass County leads with a candidate praised for his and friends’ fight for the nomination.
The insurgents aided Marine troops by holding a position under heavy fire for days. A small Cuban band relieved exhausted Marines, engaging Spanish forces with familiarity of terrain and brush fighting, aiding in driving Spaniards from their fort and water supply.
The text notes the Spanish army in Cuba faces a critical shortage of food and ammunition. Spain cannot supply more, and the troops lack means to manufacture their own. Without constant replenishment, fighting vigor would wane as existing stocks deplete, risking useless armies and navies during sustained combat.
The new war revenue bill will remind business men that a war is on and that naval news affects revenue. Part of the law took effect June 14 and remaining provisions begin July 1. Revenue stamps will be reinstated and must be endured for a period.
Republicans in Oregon and Iowa endorse the gold standard and oppose free silver. The Oregon platform pledges a sound, stable financial system and protection of earnings and farmer prices. Iowa renominates Cousins and vows to maintain the 1896 financial policy with independent voters urged to cooperate.
During the Civil War Iowa supplied forty eight regiments when sparsely settled. Now the county has furnished four regiments and could supply fifty more if needed. The notice says the county will raise all needed men, volunteers eager to enlist, though many were disappointed when quotas filled early.
Report from Cuba says civilians in cities starve while Spanish soldiers are cut to scant rations. Officers deserve severe punishment for starving their men rather than surrender. They would keep food for themselves while troops suffer.
Reported remarks from Spanish merchants favor peace, saying they prefer amputation to annihilation. Troops are landed near Santiago to proceed with amputation in capturing more Spanish territory, continuing until surrender or resistance ends.
Eugene V. Debs and Prince Albert Sovereign have not signified joining U S forces against Spain. Debs is repudiated by Chicago social democracy and Sovereign by Arkansas populists. They will fight only with words, and that is very weak.
Report says Manila ready to surrender to the Americans upon demand. Dewey would command the situation if no capitulation occurs. Insurgents rumored to act with the Americans against the Spanish, signaling coordinated action in the theater.
A retrospective note praises the Republican stance on finance, saying many who once doubted the financial plan now favor it. It asserts that free silver would have ruined the nation, and supporters feel vindicated by the current direction.
Spaniards at Santiago flee to a hole to hide from Sampson and war vessels. The Vesuvius has descended there to make the hole for them.
The piece recalls Fred Grant’s nine regular courses at West Point, his honored graduation and creditable service in the regular army before resigning, and his election as colonel of a New York regiment. It questions why the government cannot utilize trained alumni when needed.
Reverr notes Dewey may restore ships sunk at Manila Bay, salvaging those not too shattered. Some vessels become floating batteries after guns removed and guns/munitions moved ashore. Best of Cervera’s fleet afloat but likely doomed. Sampson may sink them, then possibly raise and repair if not blown up. Fate hinges on this week’s actions.
The Charleston may arrive at Manila with supplies for Dewey as the first detachment heads toward the Philippines. She left Honolulu on June 1 and should reach the region soon. Port visitors and victors in the Manila battle are anticipated to greet her arrival with rejoicing.
The House passed the resolution for admitting the Hawaii islands, signaling that Hawaii will become United States property. The move provides a Pacific base for operations and makes the Philippines seem closer, with Honolulu port highlighted as a major international hub for trade and shipments in the Far East.
Hon E W Weeks of Guthrie county declares candidacy for congress. He is seen as a strong Republican hopeful likely to gain solid support from his county. Other counties, including Cass, argue the district seat should not be tied to one county and will voice this at the convention.
There is consolation in the fact that Cervera's fleet will be in Santiago harbor when our troops arrive there though they may be a little slow about arriving. The cork is still in the bottle and Sampson still keeps driving it a little closer every day. Cervera is now convinced that our gunners can hit something besides 2 mule when they get down to business.
The passage compares the power of two hundred pounds of gun cotton to the impact of an explosion near Cervera ships in Santiago harbor. It suggests such an blast would drive deeper into mud than the Maine sunk near Havana, leaving no bodies to recover and capable of tearing a hole through a mountain, illustrating immense destructive force.
The fate of Joseph Leiter followed a classic speculative arc driven by a rush to make millions. He pursued high risk methods with little legitimate business basis, gambled on a single chance, held on too long, and incurred losses. His loss nonetheless boosted wheat prices for raisers who held stock.
In 1896 the Democrats swallowed the Populists, and now the Populists seem to take their turn. The piece critiques party dynamics and shifts in allegiance among Kansas political factions.
Local editor Bro Dave Scott clashed with the Griswold American over a June issue. The piece accuses him of theater-like posturing, reveals a failed delegation strategy, and notes his hard names toward opponents while defending Curtis and Hager.
The army balloon could aid operations at Santiago by observing Spaniard position and force distribution. It would provide valuable information to strike accurately, map surrounding country, and safeguard American lives by foreseeing enemy moves and timing.
The Atlantic boys chosen to help finish the Manila task from Dewey are praised as worthy representatives. The note expresses pride in their role in upholding Old Glory and the United States on distant islands, and sincere safety wishes accompany their departure.
The article notes censorship lift for war reporting and questions its effect on reliability. Headlines may grow in major dailies, but this does not guarantee more important or trustworthy news.
The battleship Oregon set a good example for the state’s Republicans, propelling a strong majority for the entire ticket. It is cited as a model for other states to follow in future elections.
Those who did not enlist and go to the front will now have an opportunity to show their patriotism by paying the war taxes without evasion or grumbling.
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