24 Jun 1898
Page 1
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Newspaper
Austri
Location
Seydisfjordur, Austurland, Iceland
Date
Jun 24, 1898
Page
1
The report describes American forces winning a decisive action near Manila while suffering heavy losses. Spanish ships reportedly sank during combat and Allies destroyed several vessels, with substantial casualties in Manila. The text notes American firepower and strategic weaknesses in the Spanish defense, implying a pivotal engagement in the war.
The article recounts Gladstone's long political career from his youth to his death and notes his leadership in the Liberal party, its battles with Disraeli, the Krim War era, tax reforms, and calls for freed parliament, ending with tributes from John Burns and the nation’s grief at the loss of a great leader. It also mentions his funeral at Hawarden and the memorials planned in Westminster Abbey and Liverpool.
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