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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1898
Page
6
Conflicting reports reach the country on Manila and Aguinaldo while Dewey and Otis remain untroubled. Internal insurgent rivalries threaten Aguinaldo’s grip as another leader advances with a large army, potentially keeping him from troubling American forces for a time.
Republican papers in the state plan early, vigorous district activity ahead of the October speaking campaign. They intend to blaze the way and march with the procession until votes are safely cast. They will do their duty if the voters do theirs.
A persuasive editorial urges Republican voters in Iowa to turnout and sustain a strong party majority across districts. It warns the enemy may mobilize to trim GOP influence next year and stresses persistent campaigning to maximize the current margin for easier victory in the future.
The text notes German papers asking what Germany gained from the American Spanish war and concludes they have learned not to mess with Uncle Sam, warning that Dewey’s influence will prove valuable if heeds it.
A Des Moines Daily News article hints that Lyons plans mudslinging against opponent McPherson in the upcoming fall race. The piece warns McPherson will defend himself and urges a clean, dignified contest, noting past Dickinson case mentions and potential early mud battering.
The article defends President McKinley and Republican policy amid war reporting. It urges November voters to elect a working congressional majority to enable the president's plans, arguing public support will sustain him and ensure his policies become law.
A long passage argues savings build capital and town growth, cites Wendell Phillips on a dollar, praises oiling railroad beds for dust and wear savings, notes costs and benefits, and predicts railroads will adopt the practice nationwide while criticizing Democrats over surplus and war taxes.
General Miles suffers fever after his Porto Rico campaign while General Alger faces little blame. Report notes Miles' habit of carrying bath tubs and managing his own health to endure rough conditions. Critics urge a change of camp atmosphere and hold the war department accountable if unmet.
Statesmen warn of a transition era requiring careful study of many questions. We must apply wisdom and patriotism in Congress and among the people to properly adjust matters for the country's greatest good. Important issues require cool judgment, not impulse, with attention to danger signals.
Herriott stated he has paid off state warrants totaling 100000 in six percent bonds and 835000 in five percent bonds, with the remaining balance to be redeemed within two weeks. The move is framed as a strong campaign opening, though critics may dispute its impact.
France, distracted by the Dreyfus affair, also finds fault with the United States for actions or inactions. The piece likens French leaders to Arkansas Jones, Texas Bailey, and Chicago Altgeld, suggesting a risky imitation of controversial figures.
The speaker argues that any Cuban who believes opposing U S policy will speed up independence is mistaken and will only delay governance. He asserts Cubans must demonstrate capacity to govern themselves before being entrusted to govern others.
Blanco frantically asks Madrid authorities for release of Cuban prisoners held on his orders. He anticipates Gen Lee gaining control and freeing them next, and Blanco is said to be feeding them now to improve their appearance upon release. He is unusually humane about the move.
A weather event focused on the West Indies shows the hurricane delaying as fleets withdraw, avoiding direct confrontation. The tone suggests the storm waited until ships moved clear, then displayed hesitation to challenge the vessels.
The report states that no American flags were captured by Spain while a number of Spanish flags were seized to prove American victory. It underscores American triumphs and displays trophies taken as proof of success.
The report notes that the recent rainy season in Iowa hindered military activities and posed health risks for camping and trench dwelling, making operations difficult over the past week.
The Red Oak Express argues Hon. Smith McPherson is a safe congressman for opposing war hysteria. It cites his April memorial services address supporting McKinley, urging moderation and predicting Lincoln’s policy accuracy, presenting him as reliably prudent amid conflict.
The papers once demanding mass mobilization now urge rapid mustering of volunteers out. Army officers doubt fully discharging units until peace is secured, fearing renewed hostilities with Spain. Critics say discharges provoke Spanish demands, but officials must act on best judgment amid uncertain treaty outcomes.
In the postwar era the public must understand ongoing duties to policy and leadership. Voters are urged to choose a capable honest patriot who will protect public interests in congress, and the paper endorses Hon. Smith McPherson as the ideal candidate for strong representation.
Two nominees of the Scott county democratic convention refuse to run on a Mar shalltown platform endorsing the fusion line. W C Schmidt county attorney and Albert J Noth deny endorsing the ticket and deem it inconsistent to run. Most Scott county democrats favor the gold standard and will back republican state, congressional and county tickets. The article notes declining overall vote totals this year, urging vigorous campaigning to wake voters.
A Carcago Bryan newspaper in July 1806 printed a price table for various goods, arguing prices could only rise with silver’s free coinage. On July 18, 1808 the same paper published updated prices, with a Pacific coast reader adding New York silver rates for the two days. The comparison shows broad price advances in two years for nearly all items except silver, indicating inflation in that period.
The article argues that while investors seek opportunities in Cuba Porto Rico and the islands, Western Iowa presents equally strong prospects for capital investment with lower risk. It notes Americans’ tendency to chase distant ventures and urges local investors to consider opportunities at home.
President McKinley expressed sympathy with the Russian czar’s proposal for a universal disarmament conference and sought peace as nations normalize relations. He noted he favored peace before the Spanish War and, when conflict came, believed harsher action would hasten peace. a peace president who can also wage war when needed.
The St Louis Globe-Democrat discusses Disraeli's remark that assassination changes history little. It contrasts Lincoln's death with later cases, noting that killing rulers such as Alexander II and the Austrian empress did not lessen autocratic power or upheaval, and references a contemporary attempt on a czar.
The Register reports a speech by Theodore Roosevelt to his Rough Riders urging them to avoid arrogance after Cuba and to continue fighting boldly in public life. He warns against posing as crocs, downgrading past glory, and martyrdom, stressing practical, common sense guidance.
Foreign piper lauds the government for excellent military management and success. Regulars suffer malaria from climate but sickness declines with strict army rations, sailors fare well under discipline, while volunteers have suffered most from lax discipline and diet.
The piece argues for strict controls to curb pension sharks who prey on servicemen and the government. It calls for stringent measures to ensure soldiers receive legitimate pensions without intermediaries draining resources, and urges honest claims to be obtained without exploitation.
Maj Lacy in the Sixth district opens a congressional bid and vows to heat up the race against Gen Weaver. The contest will begin soon and run hard across counties, limiting speeches per county as candidates endure a lengthy battle to the end.
The piece laments Iowa Democrats lacking a clear organization and ticket. It criticizes the Marshalltown platform as a blend of populism and other vague isms, unrecognizable as true democracy to a genuine Democrat.
A condemning editorial asserts that the cowardly assassination of an innocent woman by an anarchist will provoke universal rejection among civilized people. It warns that any group supporting or excusing such acts harbors a dangerous element and will stir trouble whenever possible.
The text argues that experiences from the Spanish War and new conditions require increased regular forces and a larger army for emergencies. It also suggests that if another volunteer army is needed, enlistment should change and officers should come from those with military training to benefit and improve efficiency of the troops.
The Democrat paper notes Vermont’s lighter vote compared to a presidential year, with Republicans still strong and Democrats failing to gain. It suggests Arkansas Georgia and Alabama show reduced Democratic support and comments on immune theories from Santiago, noting yellow fever exposure risks and reshaped immunity.
The money talkers teased each other with forced listening to rival speeches. Each man took his turn while others endured the torture and feigned enjoyment. The public, rested for now, will face the consequences later.
Indications point to firmer corn prices before the 1899 harvest as yield expectations fall short of forecasts and much of the surplus has already been shipped abroad. Gen Joseph Wheeler pledges to join the Omaha peace jubilee next month if possible, with many hoping he attends to receive a hearty western welcome.
Maine voters elected the Republican ticket by their usual margin in an off year. All incumbent congressmen were re-elected, including Thos. B. Reed, amid limited campaign activity and a subdued political atmosphere.
Spain is clamoring for an investigation to identify those responsible for the defeat while some people call for an inquiry into their nation’s victories. The push spans political divides as citizens debate accountability and national performance.
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