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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1898
Page
1
A mob hanged Dan Ogg a 21 year old Black man after taking him from the jail at 1 am. About 150 men fired about 20 to 80 shots into his body after accusing him of attempting to assault a young woman on Saturday night near the courthouse. Sheriff Cook failed to save him.
Dr Richard M Swearingen state health officer died at his Austin home after a lingering illness Brights disease intensified. he served 12 years in office and was born in Mississippi Sept 26 1838. Governor Culberson expressed deep grief and praised his career. Funeral arrangements not announced. He leaves a widow and a married daughter.
London reports a Daily Mail dispatch says fears of U S withdrawal from the Philippines trigger panic among insurgent leaders who are dissatisfied with both American and British presence.
Madrid officials approve a diplomatic reply to the United States telegraphed to the French ambassador and expect Washington to accept American terms, predicting an immediate suspension of hostilities. The cabinet council finalized the note after discussions and plans to deliver it to France’s ambassador in Washington.
Washington reports General Blanco declares Spain forced to sue for peace and Cuba to be governed by Americans and Cubans. He offers pardons to Cuban political prisoners, releasing over 150 in Havana. He urges forgiveness of Cubans and safe transport for Spaniards wishing to leave. Meanwhile US plans ship Gen. Tora’s army to Spain by mid August. General Calixto Garcia with 1200 insurgents halt rations and move toward Nuevitas to join Gomez.
Telegraph notes an advance of U S forces from Ponce to Adjuntas and Salinas to Arroyo with Brookees transportation amid reports of bombardment of San Juan. Units including Eleventh Infantry and Miles forces are mentioned along the coast as detachments move into position in Puerto Rico.
Alabama regiments of the Seventh corps prepare to depart for Porto Rico. The First Texas regiment arrives and camps by the St Johns river. The First regular and First Volunteer Cavalry of Rough Riders sail from Santiago on transports Miami and Mattewan. Additional transports follow toward Montauk Point. Washington notes 150000 will be mustered out, leaving 125000.
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