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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1898
Page
2
The Dillon Tribune lists publication schedule noting daily evenings except Sundays and a Friday weekly edition. It states Fisher, advertising agent, 21 Merchants Exchange San Francisco as authorized agent and that the paper is kept on file in his office.
A Hong Kong cable reports that Spanish troops attacked an American volunteers camp on July 31, twice, but were repulsed. The Americans suffered eleven killed and thirty-seven wounded while Spanish losses were unofficially estimated at seven hundred. The Americans are praised for their conduct and steadiness under fire.
Government officials report Spain’s general acceptance of American terms but the document is vague and open to double interpretation. Cabinet discussions continue behind closed doors with no definite conclusion likely soon. Disappointment grows over Spain’s evasive stance.
Spain’s answer was received last night and clerks began deciphering and translating it. M Cambon announced this morning that the message would be handed to President McKinley before today’s cabinet meeting.
Will gladly answer any inquiries by mail and will pay express charges on any article in our stock in Montana reached by rail or stage.
The Vatican directed Manila clergy to seek American protection, and Washington states that protection will be provided on the same terms as all non combatants and clergy in the Philippines. Insurgents have targeted Catholic clergy, but if the clergy refrain from arming, American forces will safeguard them under the rules of civilized warfare.
W Rankingood and Harry Price of Cincinnati seek support from Washington and have secured a letter of endorsement from President McKinley. The plan envisions a fund raised by school children to build and present a battleship to the government, praising patriotism and national devotion.
A Manila dispatch via Hong Kong reports on an August 8th clash where American volunteers formed a right wing defense and repulsed a Spanish assault after about an hour of fierce fighting. The volunteers held their ground with regulars like order and discipline.
Secretary Alger issued orders stopping further troop movements to Porto Rico as a gesture of good faith amid peace talks. The halt does not affect units already en route.
A terse note states that no official communication has been received from Manils by the department.
A Springfield dispatch reports Missouri Democrats prepared to endorse annexation of sugar islands and distant colonies. James Lindshaw says no platform trouble, backing Porto Rico Cuba expansion and a naval base near the Philippines, aligning with Bland and Stone on territorial policy.
Secretary Day will retire as secretary of state to serve as a peace commissioner. He plans to return to Canton to practice law after his commission duties. The move aligns with earlier understanding that he would resign once peace with Spain was achieved.
A historical notice declares it a misdemeanor to shoot grouse prairie chickens pheasants fool hens sage hens partridges or snip between November 15 and August 15 next year. Violators face fines from 26 to 50 dollars. It also bars killing for speculative purposes or selling these birds with penalties of 25 to 50 dollars per offense.
The Chicago Great Western debuted two green and gold royal trains between Chicago and Minneapolis with Alladdin interiors. Pullman palaces feature mahogany inlays, novel club cars with flat ceilings, high backed seats, curved mahogany tables, and German style diamond lattice windows. The launch was noiseless to invite public discovery.
In Libby Montana editors mock political party pledges as Great Poweress rivals clash over fusion of populists free silver Republicans and Democrats. They urge each party to field a ticket and let the devil take the hindmost promising no lasting impact in an off year while noting Montana could endure any outcome.
The River Press notes shifting Democratic views on imperialism, Montana politics and state unity. Gov. Smith declares September 6 as Montana Day at the Omaha exposition, urging visitors to plan for that date. Democratic success in Alabama excites party papers as Texas and Missouri gains loom large.
The piece of hunting that Blount hauled down is hoisted again at Honolulu as the United States takes possession of Hawaii. The New York Sun calls Cleveland's attempt to reimpose a monarchy a unique political crime and notes the flag’s return as a rebuke to his policy and a nod to American will.
In a heated political column a prominent army officer predicts Philippine troops may not return home for two years. The piece defends the gold standard amid talk of Indian mints opening and silver coinage at 22 to 1, while criticizing Bryan’s supporters and Democratic critics. It notes Manila and Subic Bay will stay under U S control and mocks Democratic press criticisms of bond issues and policy. It highlights Illinois politics with Carter Harrison as a favored gold Democrat candidate and mentions free silver advocacy within Chicago.
The July Ladies' Home Journal features for the first time the new official flag of the President printed accurately on its cover. Adopted as the President's emblem, it will be displayed at the White House and wherever he travels as President. The color-accurate reproduction aims to educate the public about the emblem.
A fragmentary promotional passage touts "Caseerets Candy Cathartic" as a blood cleansing remedy. It emphasizes clean blood, clean skin, and banishing pimples through cleansing the liver and body, reflecting early quack style advertising.
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