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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1898
Page
1
A collage of aphorisms and witticisms on soldiers, politicians, and social norms. It notes gunfire and theatre leadership, jokes about marriage and wealth, and a Spanish Cortes incident where a Carlist deputy cited Isaiah 2:12 provoking uproar and expulsion. The piece festoons public figures, war talk, and literary quips from a bygone era.
A reflective piece cites President Cleveland advising against war glory intoxication while noting the need to pursue and finish the current war. It warns fears may arise but argues prudence requires continued fighting until victory. The dialogue about driving a horse highlights stubborn persistence to keep pace with changing demands.
Harper's Weekly shares amusing incidents of patriotic youths joining naval reserves to live like sailors. One tale has a milkinman swabbing a deck who, when asked who owns a fine yacht, nonchalantly answers that it belongs to him. The remark highlights class contrasts and soldierly pride.
In a period of crisis the queen regent is urged to abdicate temporarily with Alfonso’s father acting as regent. The discourse warns of mob violence in monarchies and emphasizes the burden on the regent to sacrifice for stability. A beset crowd and dangerous sentiment frame the debate as impending peril.
Eleven Americans killed and forty four wounded in a night clash near Manila at the Mulaté trenches between Cavite and Manila. Private Fred Buckland of the Thirteenth Minnesota among the dead. several wounded by shrapnel. American forces now occupy trenches previously held by insurgents. no attack on the Spanish line yet reported.
A cablegram from Manila Bay details July 31 fighting near Malate where Gen Greene's 4000 troops held a trench under heavy fire. Pennsylvanians and reinforcements repelled a Spanish assault in a fierce artillery duel. Utah battery and Company troops excelled. Thirteen Americans dead, ten mortally wounded. Spanish losses estimated over 500.
Dispatches from Cavite report 3,000 Spaniards attacked the American camp near Manila at 11:30 p m on Sunday. The 10th Pennsylvania and Utah batteries repulsed the assault after fierce fighting. Captain Richtert was killed as Californians rushed to the rescue. Spaniards retreated under heavy fire. Estimated enemy losses cited as 800 killed and 4,000 wounded, though likely exaggerated. Aguinaldo moved his forces away. Aug 1 and Aug 2 attacks repulsed. Mantla lights and city electric lines affected.
General Breckinridge leads a 40 000 strong Grand Army review at Camp Thomas Chickamauga Park on Aug 11. Spectators witnessed a with flawless marching of regiments, bands, and field music in a scene praised as historic and magnificent by both officers and crowd.
Cadiz August 11 reports the transport San Ignacio from Santiago de Cuba. Clyll Goy Ribot will replace Laplaca at Barcelona as Cadiz gains confidence. Fugitive returns and visitors rise while stores Admiral Camara brings back sit in vast pyramids. About 30 000 packages sit with military authorities and some may be auctioned due to perishability.
The Spanish steam tug Humberto Rodriguez with a United States prize crew from the cruiser Badger has entered Havana’s blockading squadron port. Commanded by Lieut. Peters, the iron tug flies the American ensign at the fore and Spanish colors at the main. Captured July 20 off Nucyitas, the vessel carries twenty three on board from Badger.
War Department halts further reinforcements to Porto Rico. Gen Miles reports forces are ample to complete conquest. Wade’s provisional corps of eighteen regiments remains in the United States. Wilson’s division, except Third Kentucky and Fifth Waals, already sailed and may proceed. these two regiments sit at Newport News awaiting further orders.
Victoria reports the steamers Torkinsfold and Progresso show no passengers and are likely on return runs to Seattle. Moran river fleet remains reported wrecked several times and late at Fatso Pass. The Katy from Dawson arrives at St Michaels with fifteen passengers.
A monument honoring Francis Scott Key, author of the Star Spangled Banner, was unveiled at Mount Olivet cemetery in Frederick Maryland with grand ceremonies. Thousands from Maryland the District of Columbia and nearby Pennsylvania attended as the program proceeded with high enthusiasm.
A mob lynched six people at the Clarendon jail in Little Rock Arkansas on August 11. The victims included two men and four women, with authorities reporting a Dust-like violence. Nearby in Hinckley Minnesota John Brennan, an elderly resident, was killed by a quarry accident on August 11.
Aug 11. Pp. Luthing has started shipping dried apricots from this point to Germany. He notes rising demand for all dried fruits and plans extensive shipments this season. Four carloads have already been forwarded.
Aug 11 Fergus Falla Minnesota reports Haone Benterud living north of town was kicked by a horse and killed instantly.
Washington report says the Spanish answer to the peace terms was presented at the White House after a 85 minute interview. Officials noted the reply may be a middle ground, with Spain attaching conditions to acceptance but not ending negotiations. The document reportedly covers Cuba Porto Rico Ladrones Manila and a peace commission.
Official dispatch from Madrid dated August reports that a Spanish unit under General Pinte entered Furjo long held by Americans, who retreated after fighting. Also, insurgents allegedly tried to surprise Spanish outposts at Avecibo on the north coast but were repulsed with several taken prisoner.
Brig. Gen. Rosser suffers fever at Chickamauga Aug 11 and cannot return to camp for some time, delaying his reconnaissance and operations.
The Farragut to Sowitz at San Francisco on August 11 conducted the second preliminary trial run. A minor steering gear issue prevented achieving higher speed than thirty knots per hour.
The steamer Signal, reported wrecked off the Washington coast, was towed into harbor by the tug Queen after breaking a crank pin.
During an Aug 12 assault at Cape San Juan Porto Rico eight hundred Spaniards attacked the Sot Jann Lighthouse defended by forty sailors under Lieut Atwater Assistant Engineer Tenkins and others. Shellfire from Amphitrite Cincinnati and Leyden drove them off after two hours of fighting. casualties include a wounded naval academy midshipman and reports of dozens killed. Refugees say Spaniards began from Rio Grande and moved through Luquillo. The lighthouse force evacuated with the flag still aloft while ships held the position ready to retake.
A Manila letter dated July 15 and carried by the Empress of Japan reports friction between Americans and Germans in Manila. It claims Dewey warned that continued German aid to Spain could trigger war, asserts Germany lacks a strong navy, and describes Spaniards losing faith in German intentions and popularity in Manila.
Vice President Mandez Capot of the Cuban government arrived in Key West aboard the Mascotte, with secretary Capt. Nunez. They came from Washington with authority from the navy department to proceed to Dubson on an American ship to confer with leaders at the Cuban provincial government on elections and peace restoration.
British Consul Crawford reports from San Juan via St Thomas that Spaniards will resist fiercely if attacked. He notes no word on the shooting of the Spanish commander at Ponce for surrendering. Crawford, who has lived outside San Juan due to flies, says other foreign reps have been moved to a district Spanish authorities seek as neutral territory in case of battle.
London dispatch notes a recurring tale in papers about Malnte with Spaniards described as brave yet incompetent, firing wildly and attacking late, while Americans are portrayed as brave, cool, and skilled despite operations in a tropical monsoon. Critics warn that Filipino neutrality signals future trouble for the Americans.
A San Juan dispatch reports American troops under Maj Hayes repelling an attack on Guayame heights. Continuous fire held for hours with no American casualties. enemy losses unknown. Guayamoc village abandoned as troops retreat.
London August 12 The foreign office formally announces George N Curzon parliamentary secretary to the foreign office will become viceroy of India succeeding the Earl of Elgin.
Jay Golorado a lending lawyer and former Democratic national committeeman formally announces his candidacy for the United States Senate seat currently held by Edward O. Wolcott in Denver.
Sheriff Cave of Hudson captured Fred wow row and WIU Osbery, the prigspers we gevapen from the Hudson jail ow u 4.
Washington August 12. Secretary Day and M Cambon agreed on a protocol form for future peace negotiations with Spain. The protocol mirrors the president's conditions, translated into English and French, and awaits Madrid signatures. It likely includes provisions to halt hostilities and sets a delay for final binding formalities.
Washington Aug 12 The peace negotiations progress to the point where the president may appoint a peace commission to draft a treaty. The only certain pick is Secretary Day to lead the group. Other suggested names include Woodford life minister to Spain and Eustis former ambassador to France amid broad diplomatic approval.
Hes Aamilton, a prominent Shawnee merchant, shot and killed two men over an outstanding debt. One victim was Baker, the other Howard, amid tension with Hamilton's father and a preacher. In Wisconsin, the Racine district GOP renominated Bob Cooper for Congress at Elkhorn.
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