Miles Leads U S Forces as Porto Rico Falls
Despatches report General Miles’s expedition quickly securing Ponce and raising the US flag in southern Porto Rico. The Sixth Massachusetts and other volunteers fought near Guanica, repelling a Spanish cavalry attack as roads and climate favor rapid, less arduous operations than Cuba.
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General Miles
Ponce
United States
Porto Rico
Cuba
Miles
Massachusetts
T Ke van
Guan‘ea
Ciba
Answer to Spain outlined by Cabinet report in Washington
Reports from Washington indicate the Cabinet plans to reply firmly to Spain's communications via the French ambassador. The expected ultimatum would demand Spain withdraw from the Western Hemisphere and cede few territories while allowing coaling rights on other Spanish possessions. The article stresses a final, take it or leave it stance with minimal concessions.
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Washington
Bpeench
Spain
Spein
United States
Spetn
Philippines
Hoar Defends Independence Against Mugwumps at Club Outing
At a Massachusetts Club gathering Senator Hoar delivered a speech defending his political independence from party dictation. He attacked mugwumps while asserting his sincere Republican stance and rejected critics over his Spanish war stance and Tory spirit rebuke.
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Massachusetts
Hoar
Republican Party
Senator Hoar
Genator Hoar
Rich country crops and gold flow boost economy
The crop reports praise wheat harvests and large cotton yields with corn described as king. Prices of farm products rise as Yukon gold and European gold shipments bolster domestic production and Treasury reserves, amid growing exports of industrial goods.
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Yukon
United States
Europe
Record of US exports boosting wealth during war
The passage proclaims manufactured goods from the United States to foreign markets rising sharply. It claims more gold and profits for American industry, noting that amid foreign war the nation is doing its biggest business, accumulating wealth and strengthening commercially and financially at every point.
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United States
United State
Governor talk signals hawaii turf battle and ties to vote
Washington power plays push Harold M. Sewall as Hawaii governor though Dole supporters fear loss of influence. The piece argues annexation motives and warns against colonial messes with Cuba while a McKinley era transition unfolds.
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Washington
Hawaii
Harold M. Sewall
Dole
Sewall
Republic
Hawalii
Cuba
McKinley
FAST BATTLESHIPS
Reports from the Santiago battle praise the battleship Oregon for its speed in the chase. The commentary argues Secretary Long's plan to prioritize fast battleships to extend naval reach and deter foes, noting the Oregon’s role and the broader lessons of the Spanish American War.
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Santiago
Oregon
Secretary Long
Cristobal Colon
Spain
Boston Notes on War, Clubs, Streets, and People
The Observant Citizen reflects on Dewey's Boston reception beside Hobson, charity drives for wounded allies, and a Providence Pomham Club outing. It laments Beacon Street roadwork, praises Montreal Highland Cadets, details Roxbury elevated station plans, and cites a new Gallant Ninth march dedicated to Major Grady. It also mentions hospital shipments, Hale’s Odd Fellows sermon, Wentworth House hospitality, and Harry Wheeler’s Boston visit.
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Apollo Garden
Old Fort Hill
P. J. Grady
East Boston
William S. Glynn
St. Augustine
Harry Wheeler
Park Square
New York
Boston
Roxbury
Harry
van Wyck
Patriotism and personal tales from the war era
The piece recalls P J Watson newly thriving in New York's shoe trade with local friends in Roxbury and Dorchester. Edward Hyde, wounded at Santiago, returns to Boston eager to return to the front. A Manila villa project and a Magnadnock stoker’s collapse prompt reflections on European publicists and national character.
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New York
P. J. Watson
Dorchester
Roxbury
Mr. Watson
The Kicker Finds No Words For War News
A weary man reads the paper about soldiers far away and the costs of government. He faces cold dinner, hard bed, rising mercury, and looming toil with nothing to say. Washington Star describes his exhausted silence amid hardship.
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Washington Star
Elopement Schemes End in Fortunate Union
In a small town, Ella Dalton’s suitors dwindle until her father Dalton devises a plan. Will Gordon fakes elopement to win Ella with the farmer’s aid. They marry, returning to Dalton who finally accepts the match. The couple thrives, validating the old man’s judgment.
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Dalton
Will Gordon
Old Dalton
Will
Ella Dalton
Personal notes on Commodore Watson and Chang Bailey
Commodore John C. Watson served as Far ragut's flag lieutenant from New Orleans to Mobile Bay and aided in lasing the admiral to the Hartford in the Battle of Mobile Bay. Chang Bailey, formerly Chang the Chinese Giant, has been granted a divorce by Judge Rogers in Providence.
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John C. Watson
Farragut
New Orleans
Mobile Bay
Watson
Hartford
Chang
Barnum
Rogers
Providence
R. I. Chang
Frederick A. Bailey
Chang Bailey
Pretty blue washing silk bolero corset cover
Delicate pale blue bolero corset cover features white lace insertion trim. A sheer white collar with a narrow edge ruffle completes the garment.
The Latest Corset Covers Tie With Bow Fastenings
A new fad in corset covers uses a small bow of ribbon as the sole fastening. The design is described as pretty, convenient to wear, and very easy to make, presenting a simple yet stylish addition to women’s wardrobe.
Daily Table Hints Breakfast Menu and Cocoanut Bread Pudding
The menu lists breakfast items Wheatena with Cream and Sugar Breakfast Bacon with Eggs Creamed Potatoes gruffins Boiled Salmon Coffee for breakfast Hollandaise Dinner includes Boiled Potatoes Hagen Green Peas Cucumbers Scalloped Tomatoes Boiled New Beets Cocoanut Bread Pudding Hard Sauce Tea or Coffee Supper features Lobster Salad Baking Powder Biscuit Stewed Blackberries White Sponge Cakes Fruit Cookies Cocoa and Cream Pie A recipe for Cocoanut bread pudding is given with steps and ingredients including butter eggs sugar milk and coconut. NRS WAL CHABD Beacon street
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Beacon Street
Provisional Militia Plea for Unity with Volunteers in Boston
In a letter to the Post editor, Max H. Newman argues for harmony between provisional militiamen and volunteers. He urges arming and uniforming the provisionals, preventing wear on volunteer uniforms, and preparing both forces for emergencies while avoiding friction.
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Volunteers
Boston
Commonwealth
Provisional Militia
Max H. Newman
New Cash Registers On Boston Elevated Cars Spark Objection
In Fast Boston a reader objects to cash check labeling on Boston Elevated Railway cash registers. The center card shows free when a check is handed in, implying entitlement to a ride. The writer suggests using ticket or check instead and urges newspaper discussion.
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Boston Elevated
Boston
Boston Elevated Railway
M. J
Protest Over Concerts At Wood Island Park East Boston
An East Boston reader complains to the Post about Boston Municipal Band concerts in Wood Island Park July 21. They cite poor access and an unsafe entrance and urge relocation to a better site with six suitable squares on the island.
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Post
Enac
Boston
Boston Municipal Band
Wood Island Park
Mast Boston
Kensington and Cottages Oven at Saratoga Springs
Saratoga Springs notice for The Kensington and Cottages Oven inviting guests through October 1. Newly furnished, superb location with beautiful surroundings and excellent cuisine under proprietors J. F. Bang and W. F. Bang.
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Saratoga Springs
Kensington and Cottages
W. F. Bang
Maratoga Springs
New York
Private Farrell's Final Letter From Cuba Died Of Yellow Fever
Private James F. Farrell of Company A Ninth Massachusetts writes from Siboney Cuba July 11 1898 to Mr T Dennison American House East Boston. He describes combat prep and daily life saying they would fight as needed, though not on the firing line due to their guns and that his unit hoped to reach Santiago. He signs off hoping friends remain well.
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James F. Farrell
Company A
Ninth Regiment
Siboney
T. Dennison
American House
East Boston
Farrell
Cuba
Dennison
Santiago
James F. Farrel
Joe
Engineer Corps
Ninth Cavalry
Twelfth Infantry
Company M
Fort Warren
George M. Whitaker
Winthrop School
Whitaker
Douglas
Winthrop
Walter Noble
Robert Noble
Somerset Avenue
Boston
Liverpool
Walter
Winthrop High School
Massachusetts Volunteer Aid Association
Soldier Boys
Porto Rico
H. E. McDowell
Masonic Building
Rose House
George E. Bemis
Winthrop Masons
Revere
Scott Bickford
Arthur B. Curtis
Willard Howland
Chelsea
Eugene F. Endicott
Charles E. Rowe
Franklin O. Barnes
Charles T. Witt
Young’s
Winthrop Beach
Yuss Sunneking
Enneking
Mias Wise
I. W. Colburn
W. W. Wise
T. W. Morris
New Winthrop
Crescent Beach
Beachmont
Edwin Geuce
Miriam Bruce
Philip Bruce
J. @. Sampson
Nine Massachusets unit rites fierce Cuba clash
Michael F. Leonard of the Ninth Massachusetts describes the Santiago siege, trench battles, Roosevelt and Rough Riders, Spanish defenses, brutal close combat, and the harrowing conditions for troops, nurses, and civilians amid rain, malarial camps, and improvised war. He reports on plucky infantry charges, sharpshooters, and the brutal toll on officers and enlisted men.
Oriental Entertainment in Winthrop Draws Local Crowd
Society in Winthrop plans an Oriental Entertainment at Union Congregational Church featuring scenes from Syria. Mrs Gardner brings costumes from the East along with a Mohammedan bride outfit and a Bethlehemite costume for a Syrian dinner. E E Navon of Jerusalem will discuss Arab life and education in Palestine.
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Winthrop
Union Congregational Church
Syria
F. 85. Gardner
E. E. Navon
Jerusalem
Palestine
Gardiner
Brookline
Miss Cobb
Winthrop Beach
Crescent
John Conearmon
Boston Civil Service Board
Concannon
Mr. Concannon
Uncle Sam
the Battery
Munyon's Headache Tablets Promise Fast Relief
Munyon's Headache Tablets claim cure for various headaches in three to ten minutes with additional relief for stomach and nerve issues. The ad-style note mentions Munyon's Doctors and suggests broad health benefits.
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Munyon
Treg
Among the Jokers and Jests Across Papers
A collage of comic quotes from Chicago Record to Yonkers Statesman cites playful doesn’t through jokes about twins names a bee a cookery and a mock courtship. The pieces echo light satire and cultural in-jokes tied to newspaper humor sections.
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Coolidge’s Corner
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Montreal
Canada
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Dartmouth
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Warren Streets
Edward Everett Hale
Grand Jodaapt Odd Fellows of the World
Wentworth House
Newcastle
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Frank Jones
Hill
Oya
Edward Hyde
Fort McPherson
Atlanta
Columbia
Havana
Cadiz
Honolulu
Iffane
the Post
Emily Kerting
Wollaston, Mass
Michael F. Leonard
Roosvelt
Teddy Roosevelt
Roosevelt
Red Cross
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Brooklyn
Company C
Ninth Massachusets
U. S. V. ‘Military Post No. 1
Santiago de Cuba
North Shore
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Spring Lane
Washington St
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Chicago
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Mr. Scribbler
Puck
Slims
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Detroit Free Press
Pugy
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