Spain's Answer Due This Week Peace Talks Near
After a Spanish cabinet meeting Madrid wires Washington for terms. The United States hopes Spain accepts all terms, possibly with minor objections, and will name a commission to settle the Philippine question in Washington or a neutral capital. General Merritt's dispatch hints at heavy resistance from Philippine insurgents and a need for up to 50,000 troops. Congress likely to be urged to authorize new laws to maintain an adequate postwar army and govern Cuba, the Philippines, and Puerto Rico. The dispute remains unsettled as diplomats press for a decisive breakthrough.
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EXTRA SESSION EXPECTED TO ADDRESS PEACE TERMS
The Post reports President McKinley will call an extra session of both houses as soon as Spain accepts the peace terms. The Senate would convene once the treaty is ready, but the need for full Congress arises to address the Volunteer Army under the law governing its raising and disbandment when the war ends.
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Spain Seeks Light on Peace Terms After Cabinet Talks
The Madrid cabinet held two sessions totaling eight hours to discuss the peace terms and sent a dispatch to Washington for further explanations. Premier Sagasta confirms some modifications to the original terms have been obtained while awaiting replies.
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France expands Cambon mandate on peace talks with Spain
At the French Embassy in Washington an official statement says M. Cambon was given broader authority by Spain to discuss U S terms of peace after his initial talks with the President. The Spanish Foreign Minister's telegram to Madrid enlarged Cambon's scope to negotiate from Spain's point of view on all topics related to possible terms of peace.
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Peace terms recapitulation amid Madrid delay in peace
Washington observers note Spain’s cabinet must decide before Madrid grants peace. The United States outlines demands: Cuba to surrender government and control, Puerto Rico ceded to U S, one Ladrone Island to the United States as a coal station, plus future payment and Philippines status to be set by a presidential commission. A peace commission will draft the treaty and a potential suspension of hostilities awaits Spain’s acceptance.
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No Fighting at Manila Fears and Rebels Ignored
General Merritt lands onshore for the first time and grasps the gravity of the situation. Fears grow that the islands will be held and rebels and dons ignored as authorities consider options, including potential decisive action.
Peru Promises Trouble With United States Ties
Panama liner Advance brings Commodore Carlos Ferraros to New York en route to Paris to buy warships for Peru. President Pierola asserts Peru’s foreign relations are friendly except with the United States, amid earlier arbitration talks and tariffs negotiations. Rumors of a Pacific coastline protection worry and secret European arms purchases fuel Central American excitement.
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Spanish-American peace commissioners set for London meeting
Madrid reports the Liberal states the Spanish-American Peace Commissioners will convene in London to discuss key points of the peace negotiations with further details continued on the second page.
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Manila Bay Dispatch Notes Alliances and Casualties
By JOHNN BARRETT from HONG KONG and Manila Bay reports no fighting for five days as Aguinaldo’s orders slow American advance. Hints of insurgent-Spanish-German talks surface while Indiana and Monterey await arrival to shell Manila’s forts. U S troops move into Malate trenches. French cruiser Pascal back, Dewey and Merritt in accord. Casualties include Private Johnston and Private Nichols. seaman Johnston drowns. health of troops good amid hot climate.
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GARRISONS STARVED OUT IN PHILIPPINES CONFLICT
A Manila dispatch to the Daily Telegraph reports Spanish garrisons at Zambales and Subig starving into surrender as insurgents seize forts. Colonel Ibe Leon is believed murdered by rebels near Zambales while fleeing Cebu. Towns rise for independence. Pacasimán defenses concentrate at Dagupar and Corregidor lighthouse is destroyed by Americans.
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Merritt arrival stirs Cavite operations in Philippines
Times correspondent reports General Merritt boosts activity near Camp Dewey as Greene commands with ships’ guns nearby. Fighting lines extend south of Manila with insurgents probing, Americans under fire but not yet firing. Insurgent camps mingle with troops, Aguinaldo not yet met, Spanish prisoners in Cavite suffer, Merritt begins ration aid signaling possible shift in authority.
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Manila Talks and Troop Movements Reported by Sources
An open secret claims Manila may surrender if Spaniards are protected from insurgents who vow to kill Spaniards. A third expedition is expected tomorrow, giving ample force for emergencies. Late last night American forces occupied several hundred yards of insurgent lines at the Spanish works after a request from General Merritt.
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Merritt Warns Manila Danger Grows With Insurgents
General Merritt reports Manila in a dangerous mood due to insurgent attitude. He likens it to Garcia's Cubans, noting insurgents are better armed and numerous. Merritt vows to protect citizens as he plans with Admiral Dewey to demand surrender and avoid a rupture.
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Additional Transports to Philippines and Honolulu Fleet
The army announced a new transport fleet sailing soon for Honolulu Manila and the Philippines. Lakme and Charles Nelson will carry engineer corps and First Battalion of New York volunteers to Honolulu. Tacoma towed by Iroquois sails with horses for Manila. Arizona sails with Seventh California Regiment. Scandia to haul recruits. Brigadier General King to command the next expedition.
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Towns Seized on San Juan Road
American troops reach Coamo on the road to San Juan with no resistance. Dispatch reports Spanish forces crumbling as Ponce inhabitants celebrate with homemade American flags. Dana Hanna cites a Spanish official claiming resistance is impossible and volunteers refuse to march amid dwindling ammunition. Deserters report Spanish regulars at Coamo with a sunken steamer blocking passage. The Dixie arrives at Ponce with several warships and transports nearby.
No Negotiations With U S On Philippines
In the House of Commons today the Foreign Office secretary said no negotiations are in progress between Great Britain and the United States regarding the Philippine Islands. He noted no evidenceGermany seeks Luzon. The government is aware of Australian concern and will monitor the situation closely.
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Germany Not Our Enemy Special Cable to New York Staats Zeitung
Bherlin Aug 1 In view of misrepresentation in American press I sought comment from US Minister Andrew D White who says German American relations remain excellent. He notes Germans and press are friendly overall though provocations and misstatements exist on both sides. He cites misleading telegraphs and reports about attitudes toward the United States and Americans abroad. Continued on second page.
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Juan Diaz Taken and First City on San Juan Road
Antonio Diaz. Col Huling occupies Juan Diaz at dusk amid parades and an American flag. Deserters report General Ortega moving toward Aibonito with regulars. 180 volunteers parole signed. In Guayamo 200 Spanish regulars seize town funds. naval demonstration expected. General Miles appeals for aid as looting stories grow. General Brooke arrives aboard St Louis to bolster Miles.
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Fired on El Morro at San Juan Harbor
The US auxiliary cruiser Dixie formerly El Sud left for Ponce after scouting Puerto Rico’s north coast. She engaged an English bark and four transports, fired a six pounder at El Morro’s base, receiving no reply from the Spaniards as she neared San Juan harbor.
General Schwan Arrives With 6000 Men at Ponce
War Department reports from Ponce Puerto Rico dated July 30 say Transport Cherokee carrying General Schwan and part of his brigade arrived this afternoon. About 6,000 troops under General Schwan are onboard or en route, with the remainder expected soon at the Puerto Rican port.
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The Columbia Aground off Ponce Harbor
The protected cruiser Columbia ran ashore while entering Ponce harbor but is expected to be floated tomorrow. General Brooke arrived this morning. Infor mation reports some Nineteenth Infantry regulars arrived on the Cherokee during forenoon. All American forces have now arrived.
Victory at San Juan Advance by Miles in Puerto Rico
Troops from the Sixteenth Pennsylvania Regiment march toward Juana Diaz eight miles north of Ponce as U S forces push toward San Juan. Reports say Spaniards murder Puerto Ricans and assault women while American forces seek early resistance near Albonita. General Miles outlines governance and church funding limits as Jesuits seek support in Ponce.
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