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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1898
Page
1
In Dillon Montana the Kupfer watch line proves popular with a year of in service models. The dealer Fidel Huber offers the American watch selection and new shipments arriving, advertising prices from 12 to 40 dollars and urging customers to view the timepieces.
Bannack Montana notes detail travel between Dillon and Salmon City with George Len e Boyer Ike Lenkersdorfer and Wm Blair. The F L Graves dredge boat began digging after repairs while Excelsior mine reports a thick ore body and new pump.
May 26 report from Arprooxk describes first soldiers sent to the front and ready for a second call. The Shoup rangers joined Cheyenne bound Rough Riders while local crowds cheered, loaded troops with plunder, and planned a Friday dance as greens appear after rains.
Ponanim May 22 The past week brought heavy rains and a fierce thunder and hail storm. The hail packed two inches on the ground. JL E Bracket is named the new superintendent at Polaris Mine.
Army and Navy active reports say the Spanish fleet is caught in Santiago Harbor with no escape. Cabinet policy urges rapid action to seize Porto Rico Cuba and the Philippines. A new Spanish defeat could spark unrest in Spain as the Queen refuses to flee for safety.
A New York dispatch reports the Spanish fleet bottled up in Santiago harbor. Commander Schley with part of Sampson's fleet is outside. escape routes are narrow and mined. Attacks may be attempted to force surrender while naval officials seek to capture ships with minimal damage.
Washington May 26 The cabinet agreed to quicken military actions sending 25 000 troops to the Philippines and 25 000 to Porto Rico with 100 000 to Cuba Porto Rico and the Philippines are to be claimed as war indemnity and occupied before any peace steps by Spain are taken
A Madrid dispatch says Cervera's condition is widely realized in Spain and it is assumed another Spanish defeat will trigger a revolution. The queen has been advised to flee for her safety but she has refused to leave Spain.
Reports from Washington on May 26 indicate heightened activity across the War Department and throughout the army as preparations to move intensify. Naval circles show no developments at this time.
A Montana regiment departs Ogden around noon en route to San Francisco amid uncertain conditions. Local observers report a brisk march and orderly formation as troops set off for a distant posting.
Washington reports Montana must raise 814 men under the new call. The quota reflects the one third of a regiment target and indicates easing mobilization for the western state amid broader war efforts.
May 25 dispatches report Secretary Long doubting telegraph links to Cuba but signaling possible military action if Cervera is trapped in Santiago. President urges 75 000 more volunteers bringing total to 280 000 as transports with 2 500 men await orders in San Francisco. Oregon arrives Jupiter Inlet and Merritt heads to the Philippines.
A Times dispatch from New York May 2 recounts a Washington report on Admiral and Commodore Bebley amid confusion and fuel waste in strategic wartime operations.
A Madrid dispatch to the Herald warns of a severe situation in Spain with clouds gathering over the peninsula and a storm expected to sweep away much. The writer, after months in Madrid and talks with court and government figures, cites rising tensions and potential upheaval.
Ranchers wear smiles as generous rainfall blesses the country promising fine crops of all kinds. Mrs Charley Jones and children returned from Idaho where they visited friends and relatives. Little lambs are numerous and early reports indicate good success with them.
A local survey concludes a general sentiment assessment for Breverhead County has been completed. Officials note overall opinions show cautious support with concerns about economic growth and public services. Residents express hopes for improved infrastructure and透明 governance.
Wholesale prices noted for the Dillon market show butter at 20 to 25 cents per pound, eggs 16 to 17 cents per dozen, potatoes 0.75 to 1.00 per bushel, wheat 100 to 115 cents per bushel, oats 95 to 100 cents per bushel, Timothy baled 9.50 to 10.60, Blue joint baled 7.00 to 8.00, Wild hay baled 5.00 to 7.00, and Alfalfa baled 5.50 to 6.00.
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