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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1898
Page
5
The notice lists subscription terms for the Weekly Telegraph including six month and three month options. It notes daily edition publishing every evening except Sunday with the latest general news and market reports. A telegraph or telegram feature is mentioned in the advertising.
Republican delegates from Cans county meet at the Atlantic opera house to nominate candidates for Clerk of Courts County Auditor County Recorder County Attorney and Supervisors in Districts 3 and 4. Thirteen delegates chosen for state convention at Dubuque September 1 and for the Congressional convention. Representation bases on votes for Lesle M Shaw governor 1897. James E Bruce named temporary chairman with Chas Brown and WC Bryant as officers. Township caucuses urged for the Saturday before the convention. W C Frazier, County Chairman.
The Daily Telegraph touts its aim to publish the newest news by special telegrams and claims a twelve hour lead over competitors. It acknowledges the cost of obtaining abroad reports and thanks citizens for supporting Tax Telegraph.
Swain declares a supreme effort to send the entire fleet to this side to engage our fleet. She hopes to resolve the matter in one round and asserts someone will be at home to meet them when they knock at our doors, with a chance they may be met on the way.
A provocative statement argues that during hostilities with Spain the United States should seize all Spanish possessions it can, confident that what is taken will help pay the war expenses and deter any future loss.
The speaker asserts that the nation seeks peace and bears no hostility toward others. They warn that if pushed or imposed upon, they will defend themselves vigorously, signaling readiness to fight if necessary.
Fanmenrs will put the corn crop into the ground largely this week. Most of the ground is plowed ready for it and they have been waiting for warm weather so it would come up right away when planted.
A brisk dispatch notes the American Jack Tars showing bold spirit when settling old scores, turning to business with disciplined focus and ready teamwork that underscores their resolve and pride.
Hon Silas Wilson announces his bid for Congress representing Cass County and the Ninth district. He cites long service in the state legislature, Civil War wounds, leadership in the House, and extensive national contacts, aiming to win Republican support and improve regional prosperity.
The county convention tax call will be published in this issue and will bring politics to the front for a time. The current county ticket is regarded as a strong slate and not easily improved.
Mania on Luzon Island hosts about 800000 in city and suburbs. The Philippines is southeast of Hong Kong six hundred miles. Manila is split by the Pasig river with a fort city of 12000 residents. The harbor is large and often unsafe during certain seasons but rich in Manila hemp cigars and cheroots. Spanish rulers dominate a native population. Old Manila lies within fortifications, New Manila outside. Population on these islands equals four times Cuba and Porto Rico.
The article stresses that while Commodore Dewey deserves praise for the victory at Manila Bay, other participants also deserve recognition. It highlights Consul Williams for his knowledge of fortifications and harbor details, aiding Dewey’s entry and maneuvering. It also commends the gunners and seamen, noting that both leadership and execution warrant reward.
The Manila battle shows European powers that the United States can fight effectively, shocking skeptics who doubted our navy. Nations reconsider neutrality, halting intervention talk as American guns boom. Spain faces royal instability as the upheaval grows.
A wary assessment notes if the Spanish fleet moves toward our shores they must return home with scarce coal and provisions. If intercepted before sighting land, heavy losses could occur for both sides in a desperate clash with our best fighters.
The article explains the government limits public release of army and navy plans and movements to protect the war effort. It notes that in an era where news travels fast, extra precautions are needed to prevent information leaks that could aid the enemy. It emphasizes enemy spies seeking any scraps of information.
The gunners have demonstrated superb marksmanship in early actions. The three ships silenced Mantanzas batteries in eighteen minutes with rapid, accurate fire. They have proven experts wherever engaged, and hits are certain when rounds strike their targets.
The mosquito fleet is described as a useful adjunct to the navy for patrol and other duties. In case of necessity they could annoy an enemy considerably by their stinging, as they are armed with light guns.
The Oregon now nearing the east coast after a long voyage from San Francisco faces the question of how it would fare against the Spanish fleet. The battleship boasts 16 knot speed, 18 inch side armor, and four 13-inch guns with a 4,400 pound volley. Commanded by Captain Charles E. Clarke, the crew numbers 425. The Nictheroy, Buffalo, a 7000-ton cruiser, holds 19 knot speed, a 16-inch pneumatic gun, and multiple rapid-fire guns. The Marietta, a 1000-ton gunboat, is slower at 12 knots with six 4-inch and four 6-pounders.
President and Cabinet aim to press fighting along the line and end the war quickly. If the Spanish fleet evades, fleets will pursue them anywhere. Troops move to Cuba and the Philippines. Porto Rico and other islands to be addressed. Sampson seeks the fleet in the Caribbean. Flying Squadron ready. Iowa troops ordered south as mobilization accelerates.
A Voice attacks Bro Gardner for backing the war effort and accusing him of political motive. The author laments his reaction to any mention of Copperhead labeling and calls for a full editorial vent, describing Gardner as pushing to the front as a rear-fire critic of the president.
The Spanish war proves the United States must control a Panama Canal to allow direct passage for ships between oceans. Bypassing Cape Horn is dangerous and costly, and direct connections would reduce fleet size while increasing security of the east and west coasts.
A regional news note touts a claim of fastest reporting among New York Chicago and Des Moines papers. It asserts the outlet gathers the latest news and delivers it to readers first, emphasizing timeliness over rivals.
The Dewey led forces mustered out 618 Spanish soldiers and their fleet stands a few vessels short of its original strength. Several guns have been silenced, limiting their naval and coastal power.
Iowa readers praise McKinley and humanitarian aims behind the Cuban conflict while dismissing northern coast alarm. They note strong U.S. naval patrols and fortifications, urge coast defenses, and observe Democrats split over fusion plans led by ex Congressman Towne. Americans land at Mariel, Cubans and Americans coordinate, Spanish forces face siege and blockade, hunger and desertion threaten Spanish resolve.
Several Spanish officers were captured aboard the prize ship Argonauta and include a brother in law of Gen Weyler. The marines would trade the entire batch for Weyler himself and hand him over to the Cubans with liberty to dispose of him as they please, a prospect they would relish.
The article discusses possible U S cooperation with Cuban insurgents in Quba and whether recognition of their government will occur. It notes Quevarda urges recognition in exchange for co operation, mentions a promised role for Que sada as charge d affaires, and explains concerns that recognizing the insurgents could force a political system on Cubans and limit American flexibility after Spain’s surrender. President McKinley’s likely stance and insurgents’ lack of guaranteed support are highlighted.
The text argues that intelligence determines military qualification across ranks. It states that smarter individuals are better suited for any position, with quick understanding, keen observation, and steady hands translating into more effective execution and greater value in their roles.
The article argues that the United States and Spain will handle their difficulties without foreign interference. It asserts other nations believe the U.S. can manage independently and would not tolerate outside involvement, viewing it as delicate for others to interfere without consent.
The text states that enough Spaniards are dead in Manila to show that boats were struck from outside rather than exploded from within, making further investigation unnecessary.
In the cited tax fact, the remnants of the Spanish fleet at Manila reportedly sailed up a creek to dodge Dewey’s gunfire. The narrative implies the survivors were small, while the larger vessels met a watery grave or were shattered.
The Madrid paper pictures Uncle Sam with sow ears, a repeat jab noted by the Register. This time the paper misidentifies the subject, contrasting it with prior imagery and drawing sharper attention to the incorrect portrayal.
A reader from Lexington Kentucky attests that after six months of jaundice and failed treatments by leading physicians, two bottles of Electric Bitters cured him. He now recommends the medicine to others suffering from the disease, sold by Vic B Emmert & Co, druggists.
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