18 Jun 1898
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Newspaper
Columbus Evening Star
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1898
Page
1
Rear Admiral Dewey states the place will not be filled now as officers take refuge on square ships. Augusti reportedly resigns after a war council rejects his advice.
Generals report rebels advancing from Manila toward Cavite cities surrendering Spanish positions at Seapote and Paranaque. About three thousand prisoners taken as Manila surrounded and attack expected hourly. Cavite campaign ends after Krupp pieces breach walls. Spanish force numbers disputed with 7 000 to 35 000 in Manila.
Police recovered a large lot of stolen items at the home of Vic Mise where Scon Gable was staying. Vic Mise his wife and daughter Miss Kelley were arrested. A bureau search yielded two spring capes two winter silk plush cloaks and other goods later identified as Louis Lehman’s. Further searches found blankets coffee matches thread shoes and nickel plated shears with one pair of shoes sold to Mrs Dalin.
The Edinburg venue nightly draws crowds for a week long run. Uncle Tom’s Cabin played Monday in a large canvass tent with 2,100 tickets sold. Officials estimate the show grossed 400 to 500 dollars in voluntary contributions but the public effort was seen as little more than a spectacle.
Farmers relying on horse breeding expect profits as demand rises and supply shrinks. Government plans to requisition about 10 000 horses amid war pressures, boosting prices for quality animals and rewarding persistent breeders.
Fragmented 1890s newspaper items note a headache remedy claim by Dr Davis and a city visit by James Tilton former Brown County treasurer. Warrant served for burglary at Campbell Boyd & Co wholesale grocery. Local shop ads tout low prices and a Mens shoe at $1.00 and a One Price Shoe Store.
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