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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1898
Page
1
In Dillon Montana an announcement proclaims watches from a major factory now in service and available in a second shipment. Prices range from 12 to 40 dollars, with American line pieces starting at 2.50 dollars. Fidel Huber is the manager urging investments in a timepiece.
Anson May 10. T B Carver returns to Montana aboard the Lodge and reports gladness at being back. Visitors include D B Noble of Sheridan and Mrs James Selway of Dillon. H D Hildreth moves his family to Nesbit ranch for summer. Frank Swartz of Blaine takes J O Metlen cattle to Whitehall to be shipped toward Wyoming. A man scouts horses for Uncle Sam amid few meeting cavalry standards. A G Williams assists Metlen with cattle delivery.
A Birch Creek report notes patriotic sentiment as Old Glory flies over the schoolhouse each day. Local residents Fred Hopp and James Sheliday travel to Missoula Seattle and Dawson respectively while Mrs Reichle and others return from visits in Butte Dillon and Missoula. Community members speak highly of the Danny Trubuxe and celebrate the flag’s daily display.
An engagement near Cienfuegos reports the loss of five Winslow crew members and severe damage to the vessel. The dispatches face heavy Spanish censorship, casting doubt on casualties and details. A war revenue bill has been amended, with prospects of silver seignorage and greenback issuance.
Kry Wrst May 12. The cruiser Wilmington and torpedo boat Winslow with auxiliary gunboat Hudson attacked batteries at Cardenas. The Winslow suffered disastrous losses with Ensign Bagley and four crewmen among the dead. Bodies were brought to Key West this forenoon.
A Martinique dispatch reports nine American war ships engaging the port of San Juan Porto Rico with bombardment under way. The action marks a significant naval operation during the current conflict.
A Havana report says U S forces attempted twice to land barge loads of arms at Cientuegos but were driven off by Spanish troops and land batteries. U S losses reported heavy while Spanish casualties total fourteen wounded.
General Miles declares his headquarters in the field and names the staff officers who will accompany him to Cuba as of May 12. The posting outlines the command structure for the expedition.
Secretary Long reports at twelve o clock no engagement at Cienfuegos has been reported. He notes Havana references may relate to Cardenas engagement and says no communication from Sampson has come and he does not believe bombardment is underway.
May 12 The war revenue bill will be reported to the senate today. As amended it is a democratic measure. Senator Jones of Nevada aligns with the Democrats. It replaces a bond issue with a corporation tax, seignorage coinage of silver, and the issue of 150 million dollars in greenbacks.
Commodore Remey wired Secretary Long that the Winslow is badly damaged and will be brought to Key West after a temporary repair. Captain Benerd of the Winslow was wounded in the left leg.
The War Bureau has issued an urgent request for western states to rush equipment for troops. Washington reports governors are urged to hurry delivery while equipment can be supplied later.
May 12 report from Washinton states the president has appointed Gen Wesley Merritt to command Philippine troops with rank of brigadier general. The appointment signals intensified U S military leadership and broader authority in the Philippine theater.
Washington May 12 reports from Spanish controlled territory are unreliable due to censorship. The naval board’s account of the Spanish fleet’s return to Cadiz cannot be authentically confirmed.
Washington reports fear that the Spanish fleet may sail to the Philippines via the Suez canal to surprise Dewey and gain time. Officials note two poison-foil arsenic threats at Camp Mobile and updates on Porto Rico operations. Dewey nominated rear admiral. Idaho troops ordered to San Francisco. Charleston sails from San Francisco with Manila relief.
Pekin ready to yield to government with 8000 soldiers and 2500 tons of freight. General Lee named first Cuban military governor. California martial order continues. Naples declares martial law. Southern Pacific gears to move 2000 troops from Portland and 3000 from Ogden, to mobilize in San Francisco. May 1 date noted for nearby events.
Washington May 12 There is renewed doubt about the Spanish fleet and concern for the Oregon now reportedly south of Bahis and Cape St. Rogue If interception is planned it may occur near this area raising anxiety over the vessel and crew.
A constitutional amendment resolution cleared the House advancing to the next stage. Lawmakers approved the measure amid debate over proposed changes and potential impacts on governance and rights.
Prices paid for wholesale produce include butter 0.20 to 0.25 per lb eggs 1.17 per dozen potatoes 0.75 to 1.00 per owt wheat 1.00 to 1.15 per owt oats 0.05 to 0.10 per owt hay and forage prices listed. Travel offer promotes saving 10 to 22 hours to Omaha St Joseph and Kansas City and 94 hours to St Louis via Billings and the Burlington route with tickets available.
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