Spain Accepts American Peace Terms in Madrid Dispatch
Madrid reports Spain has accepted the principal American peace terms with details to be arranged. Delegates to finalize terms may be appointed soon. The U S describes evacuation of Cuba and Puerto Rico and surrender of sovereignty over the Philippines as ongoing issues.
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The Spanish Cabinet Ministers Decision Story
Madrid rumors on cabinet actions are telegraphed by the Times Madrid correspondent. The report details how ministers reached a decision amid political pressures. Continuation noted on the second page.
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Aguinaldo May Face Conquest After Peace Nears
Reported crisis near in Far East following peace talks, with Aguinaldo possibly needing defeat. Additional troops likely to reach the theater to bolster General Merritt as insurgent actions intensify and Catholic fears rise.
Philippines Question Looms Over Peace Talks
Washington reports the Philippines issue troubles the administration more than any other as peace with Spain nears. Aguinaldo’s stance complicates plans to seize and hold the group, with Manila likely to fall to U S forces if peace is declared soon.
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Jealous of Americans at Aguinaldo HQ says dispatch
Special cable report from Cavite dated July 30 describes John Barrett’s news trip to Aguinaldo’s headquarters. It notes Cebu natives show jealousy of the American invasion yet no open anti American sentiment. Aguinaldo remains respectful toward Admiral Dewey as U S forces increase presence.
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Isolating US policy on Williams and island control
The text notes Dewey General Merritt and Consul Williams will push to keep Williams’ position, while American policy may retreat from the islands to Spain. It hints at a possible clash with Aguinaldo but expects smooth resolution before any serious scale.
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Extra Troops to Reinforce General Merritt at Cavite
Washington reports indicate the War Department may send additional troops from Eastern camps to join General Merritt in Manila Bay. Officials cite need for larger force to maintain possession and protect water works, amid heat and disease risks and insurgent threats.
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Philippine Insurgents May Execute Clash After U S Policy
Washington officials express alarm over possible insurgent trouble as U S plans for the Philippines proceed. Military and naval reports warn of conflicts soon, with concern for foreign residents and Spanish community women, children, nuns and others.
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Macias Weighs Surrender as Miles Advances in Puerto Rico
Military dispatch reports Governor Macias negotiating with foreign consuls as American forces reach Coamo. Spanish lines shrink to two miles from the city while outposts advance seven miles toward the San Juan road. Court martial of two soldiers over Confederate money and fires devastate plantations as Spanish forces retreat toward San Juan.
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Don Carlos Pressed Toward Immediate Action as Carlists Rally
Paris dispatch reports Don Carlos under pressure from Spain Carlist leaders arriving in Lucerne to urge decisive action. Melgars notes mourning delays, sparking dismay in Carlist provinces eager to rise. Chiefs of the Carlist party demand an immediate signal and coordinated action.
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Spain May Seek To Save Its Soldiers in Puerto Rico
Reports from Puerto Rico, withheld for political reasons, cheer War Department officials by suggesting Spanish troops will offer little resistance. The scenario hints at a possible bloodless victory for General Miles and notes Madrid may push for peace amid loyalty concerns.
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May Cut War Expenses Be Used as Transports
Washington reports Major General Young and Major General Wade visiting the War Department as prep for Puerto Rico expedition. Fifteen regiments are nearly chosen and the plan aims to use two American liners Harvard and Yale as transport ships. The Navy has not decided on St Paul and St Louis, with possible surrender of these vessels to cut costs.
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Spaniards Retreat as U S Forces Advance Toward Aibonito
In Ponce Aug 1 a U S detachment halted at Coamo two thirds toward Aibonito while Colonel Hulings pressed on. Reported no enemy in sight as Spaniards allegedly withdrew to Aibonito. Coamo citizens hailed Hulings and claimed Spaniards stole unsecreted money. tales of barbarities are said to be exaggerated.
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