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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1898
Page
1
A collection of pithy, satirical lines on love, duty, Spain, Hawaii annexation, and the Spanish-American War. Playful musings on courtship, journalism, musical theory, and the prospect of conflict, mingled with opinion on Commodore Schley and possible U.S. victories.
The piece condemns Joseph Laiter and grain cornering as cruel and illegal, noting that hardship for bread buyers harms no one but the poor. It contrasts the grim lessons of failed grain speculators with the hollow successes of bigger dealers whose wealth passes to descendants.
A nineteenth century account notes a cyclone relief drive in illinois raising five hundred thousand dollars while a later flood in april during wartime drew only about twenty five thousand, illustrating public attention shifting with national crises and urging focus on local duties.
Consular reports from China quoted by Minister Denby state that American trade in China is expanding with locomotives machinery and mining plants imported in the past year. Railroads likely to be supplied by the U.S. at lower rates as China opens ports and waterways. The era of railroad building has arrived with new ports and Yangtze gorges steamer passage noted.
Port Guanica Puerto Rico July 28 United States forces landed after a clash with Spanish troops. The Gloucester crew of thirty under Lieutenant Commander Wainwright secured the beach, raised the US flag, and repelled a Spanish cavalry attempt with the Colt gun. Fort Wainwright and barbed wire defended the street as reinforcements arrived. by 4 30 p m the town was secured, and Gen Miles planned further advances toward Ponce and the Mona passage.
Washington July 26 official war department dispatches reveal U S forces seized the harbor at Puerto de Guanien fifteen miles west of Lance. Gloucester commander Wainwright led entry with light resistance then transports and heavy weapons moved in. Flag lowered Spanish flag raised American at 11. Major General Miles notes no casualties. Madrid confirms landing with one Spanish officer killed and three soldiers wounded. Americans fortify shore position with artillery. ships remain in harbor.
The Navy Department invites proposals to contract four harbor defense monitors. Bids open Saturday October 1. Congress set a low cost limit, forcing small tonnage and lighter batteries than ideal, but plans aim for a practical harbor defense vessel.
Secretary Alger orders broad search across the jungle to locate missing soldiers after the Santiago fighting. General Shafter supplied casualty lists while General Lawton described combat difficulties, and Alger expresses distress over missing men and pledges reinforcements and manpower to recover unseen remains.
War Department bulletin lists July 25 sick totals at Santiago including 287 non fever cases and 2,180 fever cases. New fever cases numbered 495 with 412 returning to duty. Private Ward Mares of Company 2D Thirty third Michigan died of yellow fever on July 24.
Desperate Havana residents press for supplies as two steamers reportedly depart Verazcruz loaded with food for Saga with intent to ship overland to Havana. Navy department says it will take up the matter.
Madrid July 28 The fleet to bring home the Santiago prisoners will sail today. Captain Amon minister of marine says Admiral Cervera's officers will not return with the prisoners but their return will be negotiated with the United States government. He denies demanding the expulsion of Don Cartos from Belgium.
A Havana dispatch claims Cephro, insurgent leader, was killed near Jiguacito, with Muanzanillo supposedly quiet and American forces reportedly pressing the area. The report, received in Madrid on July 28, is unconfirmed by official sources.
London dispatch reports that Germany has led powers to a formal agreement opposing United States control of the Philippines, insisting the islands must remain Spanish. The Madrid correspondent notes protracted negotiations culminating in a united stance against annexation.
London dispatch reports that the Russian admiralty has countermanded extensive Black Sea maneuvers following Britain's example to avoid encroaching on coast stores. The move mirrors admiralty caution amid tense regional conditions.
In St Paul on July 28 Mrs Lena Goodall, a cook at 842 Market Street, suffered critical burns when a gasoline stove exploded in the Parks home. Fire units fought the blaze and fate of the cook remained uncertain.
Navy Department releases detailed accounts by Admiral Sampson Commodore Schley Captain Clark of the Oregon and Captain Evans of the Iowa on the July 8 battle that destroyed Cervera's squadron. The Gloucester under Lieut. Wainwright earns high praise for swift firing at range, rescue work, and landing the Infanta Maria Teresa crew.
Reedsburg militia company mustered into the state militia with full quota. Assistant Adjutant General Patton of Madison mustered the unit, named the Patton Guards, commanded by Captain W. A. Wyse.
Spanish lights near Geuta at the Africa coast will be extinguished until further orders, Alma Point Night reports. The settlement’s coastal beacon was slated to remain dark pending authoritative instruction.
Washington July 28 Spain formally sought peace with the United States by presenting a direct appeal to President McKinley through the French ambassador. Talks outlined only opening negotiations with no specific terms, aiming for Cuba and Puerto Rico evacuation and possible retention of the Philippines with strategic stations.
Newport News July 29 Gen Brooke commands the First Army Corps as the second brigade under Gen Haines prepares to sail once transports arrive. Only Company D, Fourth Illinois has boarded, with City of Washington Massachusetts and Roumenia at the piers loading the brigade. St Paul and St Louis stand at Old Point Comfort ready to embark.
Berlin reports that there is no basis for the claim that Dr. Bolleben the German ambassador to Washington delivered a personal letter from Emperor William to President McKinley. The statement, dated July 28, is semi official and denies the circulation of such a letter.
Redsroodalls Minn July 28 Mrs Charles E Dickinson formerly Harriet Beecher died suddenly from blood poisoning. She was a leading society reader in the region and part of a prominent family.
Captain Benjamin H Gilman of Company G Thirteenth Infantry died at his home on Governor's Island from camp dysentery as surgeons reported. Gilman arrived from Cuba aboard the Relief on Monday.
Washington reports indicate Secretary Day is shaping the terms of peace with Spain as President Han Rene concludes outlines. The key issue remains the disposition of the Philippines with proposals to relinquish islands but retain a coaling station and a self-supporting zone, while some push for an independent government.
Cadiz reports that Admiral Camara's fleet has cast anchor as minister Anon received his program. The papers expect the cortes to convene in September. Miss Jessie Schley, seeking a meeting with Premier Sagasta for peace, departed for Parla last evening.
In London July 20 The Daily Graphic notes a potential international issue over Cuban debt due to the debt holders being mostly French and Spanish. In Minn July 30 a mysterious theft suspect, once an escapee from St Peter asylum, was arrested in Muni and returned to St Peter.
In Elmira July 80 the powder mitt of B. Y. Johnson at Troy exploded, killing the owner. The incident is reported with sparse details and names.
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