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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1898
Page
1
In Dillon Montana the Kupfer Watch line proves popular with customers. A year after introducing movements from a leading factory, the watches are in service and meet broad satisfaction. The shop plans continued production with a second batch arriving and pricing from 12 to 40 dollars plus a full American line from 2.50 upward.
Excitement runs high as Spain signals knowledge and approval of the terms with formal acceptance expected today. Francisco is prepared to sail for Manila as soon as transports are ready.
London reports from Madrid indicate the Spanish government will authorize M. Cambon to sign the protocol. The American reply terms are known to Sagasta and the cabinet, and Madrid is prepared to accept them. Suspension of hostilities is expected after signing via the French minister in Washington.
Washington August 11 special to the Tribune reports that no information has been released by the president and cabinet about the proposed treaty with Spain. Officials say the matter is not suitable for public disclosure at this stage and all current reports are speculative.
At the request of General Miles the dispatch of further troops to Porto Rico was stopped. Secretary of War William H. Taft? This clarifies that the halt was not due to peace negotiations but Miles’s claim he has enough manpower in the island.
Semi official reports say today’s cabinet will issue a firm ultimatum giving Spain forty eight hours to accept the original terms. If Spain fails to comply, the terms will be withdrawn and war will be prosecuted with renewed vigor. Most expect a refusal and possible friction with other powers.
Washington August 10 press sources report difficulty confirming public reaction to Spain's stringently kept reply. Officials show grave signs suggesting the government finds the reply unsatisfactory. In Washington the Eastern Squadron under Commodore Watson stands ready to sail to the Spanish coast when the ultimatum expires.
War Department reports the first ship load of Spanish soldiers returned from Santiago its sick troops unable to walk. The Spanish force faced greater suffering than American units during the campaign.
Admiral Dewey reports the Monterey reached Hong Kong safe on August 4 after sailing with Gen Merritt from San Francisco. The Monadnock is expected to arrive within a week. Both monitors were a week late due to storms.
Last dispatch from Admiral Dewey to Secretary Long, dated Aug 4, says ships are stripped for action and a general attack by land and sea is believed to be imminent, with fighting possibly already underway or soon to begin.
General Shafter reports from Santiago on August 10 at 3:30 p m that deaths reach 12 and new cases total 250, marking a notable decline.
In Wasutaron at the cabinet meeting a protocol outlining peace terms was agreed, with M. Combon acting for Spain. The document will be sent to Spain for the cortes approval. if accepted, hostilities would cease. Public opinion split on Spain's likely action amid reticent officials.
The War Department confirms the Manila battle of July 31 with 24 American deaths and many wounded. Spanish losses estimated 500 to 1,000. The attack occurred during a typhoon and dark, and typhoons hinder transport. Secretary Alger notes the attack as occurred. Also mentions Butte and Anaconda race dates and Oregon Short Line round trips. Frank Schwartz promotes shoes in Bannack, Montana.
Secretary Alger issued orders to move seven thousand troops now at Camp Merritt San Francisco to Manila as transports become available. The deployment expands American force readiness in the Philippines amid ongoing operations.
Cabinet discussions in Washington reported no firm commitment from Spain as to signing a protocol, with Day noting a possible last moment withdrawal. In New York, word reached the Cuban junta of a major Gomez victory at Camaguey, Spanish losses over 300 and Cuban losses about 180, while Garcia besieges Holguin with 8000 troops and strong capture prospects.
Washington reports Gen Merritt’s three Expeditions now in the Philippines total 460 officers and 10,464 men. Units include the First California battery, Astor battery, batteries G HE and Third v. 8., plus regiments from Oregon Pennsylvania Colorado Nebraska Minnesota Idaho Wyoming Utah and others.
Reports from railway firms and merchants indicate the United States will harvest the largest wheat crop in history within a fortnight. Winter wheat yield may reach 375 to 400 million bushels, spring wheat near 390 million, eclipsing the 1891 bumper by about 100 million. Officials say prosperity looms for the West as crop reports flow in from Missouri and Michigan and other states.
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