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Newspaper

Elgin Echo

Location

Elgin, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1898

Page

6

Troops Sail For Cuba In Large Invasion Force

London reports Gen Shafter commands 2700 men aboard transports bound for Santiago de Cuba. The force includes 21,600 infantry and several regiments of volunteers and regulars, plus engineers cavalry and artillery. Transports Todiana and Helena, with Cro Croft as floating rear, due to land by Saturday night or Sunday, aiming to raise the Stars and Stripes over Santiago de Cuba.

Saotinga de Cuba Shatter Tamna Iniiana Hielena London Washington Daily Chronicle Greely Yampa Alry New York Michigan Ohio Columbia Maryland Pennsylvania Signal Corps Shafter Todlana Helena Bancroft Santiago Santiago de Cuba

Gussie’s Hard Luck Lands Ammunition Partway

The steamer Gussie returned to Key West from Cuba with 160 tons of insurgent ammunition but none landed. Lieutenant Victor Blue of the Suwanee and the gunboat Newport escorted the expedition. Blue inspected the landing site and judged it unsafe to move ammunition ashore by small boats.

Amy Key West Gussie Cuba Gomez Victor Blue Suwanee Newport Blue

The Spanish Loss at Santiago Reported

Spanish dispatches from Madrid detail casualties at Santiago de Cuba on Monday. Land forces suffered one soldier killed and five officers wounded, including Col. Ordonez. Sea forces report five sailors and twenty-nine marines killed, with an officer and several sailors wounded. Many wounded, including Col. Ordonez, can resume duties. The steamship Rentto reportedly ran the Manzanillo blockade and reached Jamaica.

Santiago Madrid Santiago de Cuba Col Ordonez Reina Mercedes Rentto Manzanulilo Jamaica

Spain Reacts to Santiago News With Mixed Feelings

Madrid dispatch notes sadness over Spanish losses and limited American casualties. Initial sorrow gives way to patriotic relief as the attack is reported repulsed with fewer fatalities than in prior skirmishes, though American bases remain unnamed.

Spain Natinga London Madrid The Times Tuesaday Santiago Americana

Watasha Man's Awful Fate in Hot Springs

June 10 Hot Springs Arkansas reports two prominent business men cut their wives’ throats then killed themselves amid swirling business troubles. The couple formerly lived in Wabasha Minnesota where they were well connected. Mrs Atkinson is not guilty. Glenville West Virginia June 10 jury finds Mrs Atkinson not guilty on forgery indictment, ending a long and heated case.

Watasha Hot Springs Ark Ettog Etting Wabasha Minn

New Shaft Underway at Tron Belt Mining Site

June 10 report states 4Vic. confirms the Tron Belt Mining company has begun a new shaft on the west end of its property, planned as the eighth shaft in operation.

Tron Belt Tron Belt Mining Company

Slaughter of Spaniards in Manila reported by press

The dispatch notes Spanish posts driven back along the line with heavy fighting and heavy casualties, claims over a thousand killed, and insurgents encircling suburbs of Manila. Aguinaldo’s regiments join, rockets fall, typhoon warnings issued, Dewey withholding assault until American troops arrive.

Philip Associated Press Manila Jane Itifa Malibon Bacor Banta Mean Molate Milek Col. Aguinaldo Terme Walla Cavite Aguinaldo Dewey

Heroes Safe as Hobson and Crew Become Prisoners of War

Lieut Richmond P Hobson and seven shipmates, who helped block the harbor of Santiago de Cuba with the hulk of the collier Merrimac, are now prisoners of war. Two are slightly injured but expected to recover. their rescue details came via a Spanish tug under Admiral Cervera. The admiral praised the bravery of his foes and promised humane treatment while in his care.

Hobson Conyright Ansociated Press Santiago de Cuba Kingston Jamaica Richmond P. Hobson Cbeck Merrimac New York Cervera Bustamento Oviedo Lieut. Hobson

Strongly Posted Philippine Insurgents Assert Control

The June 2 AP Manila dispatch reports insurgents holding Caloocan and Bacoor, with stronger positions north and weak Spanish forces elsewhere. The Pasig river area near Manila remains under insurgent influence while rail lines suffer cuts and English overseers are warned off.

Associated Pross Hongkong Associated Press of Manila Sehting Insurgenta Calooran Bacoor Shima Pasig

Respite for Carranza Delays Expulsion Action

Washington June 8 Lieut Carranza and Senor Du Bose conducting spy operations from Montreal have won a brief respite from expulsion as Carranza denies the accuracy of features of the letter attributed to him. British authorities had assumed translation correctness and cited Canada as a base for hostile action against the United States. No expulsion steps will be taken until translations are confirmed accurate.

Grifiah Munt Washington Lieut Carranza Senor du Bose Montreal Canada United States

Early Strawberries Hit Markets in Black River Falls Wis

The first home grown strawberries arrive in Black River Falls Wisconsin in June with fine flavor and large size. The harvest is about ten days earlier than last year and prices are higher. growers discouraged last season now anticipate a strong strawberry and raspberry crop for the region.

Black River Falls Wis

Fairmont to See New Stone Christian Science Church

In Fairmont Minnesota on June 8 a number of fine structures rise this season. Notable is a new stone Christian Science church that is expected to eclipse all local religious buildings in grandeur.

Christian Science Church Fairmont Minn Fair- Mont New Christian Science Church

Hemlock Poisoning Fatal for Two in Wisconsin Farm Area

Ed Curtin and James Welch of Roscobel Wisconsin died within minutes after eating hemlock. Both men were well known farmers in the community. Further details were not disclosed.

Roscobel Wis Ed Curtin James Welch Ora

Insurgent advances threaten Manila amid surrender bids

The Daily Mail cites Aguinaldo reporting Spanish forces beleaguered in Cavite after May engagements. He claims 2,000 Spaniards captured and Gen Leopold of Cavite surrendered. rebels seize towns, while American ships reportedly not engaged. The governor of Cavite allegedly urged surrender but was compelled to hold. Insurgents push toward Manila.

London Tvae Hongkong The Daily Mail United States Wildeman Aguinaldo Philippines Hinsty Catedores Cavite Acers Leopold of Pann Aguinalto Mantle Manila Betangos Malabar

Santiago Wile Fall Near Santiago de Cuba Report

Dispatches from Cape Halden describe an American victory at Santiago de Cuba clearing the way for Admiral Sampson and the destruction of Cervera's fleet. Land forts are reported weak and a vigorous attack is anticipated. One ship’s captain was killed during the engagement as American forces entrench near Dungquiri with guns ready for movement.

London Jones Daily Mail Cape Halden Santiago de Guba Sampson Cervera Santiago Dungqulri Aguadoreg

Aguinaldo's Scheme for Philippine Protectorate and Native Republic

London dispatch reports Aguinaldo plans a native administration under an American protectorate order. A native council would rule until elections, with a native republic afterward. Proclamation promises to spare lives and properties of natives, Europeans, and noncombatant Spaniards. In New York the Cuban flustering cases were nolled by order of the Attorney General. Judge Brown discharged the prisoners.

Philippines London Hongkong The Daily News Aguinaldo New York United States Elrcuit Court iAttorney Griggs Brown

Punishment for Embezzlement in Montevideo Trial

Montevideo Minnesota June 9 John Rue convicted of embezzlement on Deer Jog Harvester company complaint. He was fined 400 dollars plus costs of prosecution.

Montevideo Minn John Rue

Fire crews halt lumber yard loss in Anoka

Wire eased a loss of 3000 dollars on the lumber stock of HR Sawyer in Anoka Minnesota. Fire department made a most excellent stop. Sawyer insured to cover his loss. Entire stock in the yard valued at 8000 dollars.

Anoka Minn HR. P. Sawyer Sawyer Lila

Iremen's Convention Arrives in Chaska Minnesota

Preparations intensify for the State Iremen's convention in Chaska, Minnesota, with events slated for June 14 15 and 16. A large turnout is expected as locals anticipate speeches and activities.

E Iremen Chaska Minn Iremen

Markets Report From Grain and Live Stock Prices

From St Paul and Duluth Minnesota on June 10 Prices for wheat corn oats rye and flax shown for No 1 Northern No 2 Northern No 3 rye No 1 flax and ground feeds along with mill products on the Duluth Minneapolis Chicago and Sioux City exchanges Cattle and hog prices listed for Beeves cows steers and feeders with regional variations and totals across several markets.

St. Paul Northern Duluth Minn T&t Sevata Milwaukee Wis Minneapolis Ti Ide Ttc Chicago Texas Booth St. Paul Steckers Holfers Balla Sioux City Iowa Onnuers Helfers New Brighton Mill Tyre

Terror Sunk By Oregon Fire At Santiago Harbor

Kingston Jamaica June 10 It is believed the Spanish torpedo boat destroyer Terror was sunk last Friday night after a shell from the battleship Oregon struck amidships None of the crew has been seen since The Terror neared Santiago harbor but New Orleans officers halted its dash to reinforce Admiral Cervera, securing an American victory and blocking the Spanish relief attempt

Kingston Jamaica Oregon Cervera Santiago Harbor New Orleans Crryerg

Montana’s bright business mood lifts cattle and wool

Good Times in Montana reports spring rains abundance and high grass boosting stock outlook. Sheep and cattle men anticipate strong wool prices and higher cattle returns, with Whit FAP48 averaging higher than twelve years. Barley sowing expands, Milk River valley warms to a banner 1898, as new settlers move in and rail bulletins keep residents informed.

Montana Chinook Mont Wvill Great Northern Duvone Milk River Valley

Spy George Vanderbilt Arrested in Atlanta for Suspicious Movements

Atlanta June 10 George Edward Vanderbilt alleged spy was brought to Matt McPherson Street late last night after being arrested at Camp Monday. He claimed 251 Fourteenth Street East Side New York but could not explain his movements, and was sent to the military prison in Atlanta.

Atlanta George Edward Vanderbilt Fourteenth Street East Side New York Matt McPherson

Japanese naval officers cleared for Cuba occupation study

Washington June 10 The Japanese seek to study technical war features. Secretary grants permission to Commander X Ketsuro Narita and Fd Reut Sapoaki Akiyema to accompany the army of occupation of Cuba.

Dupa Washington Algor X. Ketsuro Narita Imperial Japanese Navy Fd Reut Sapoaki Akiyema Cuba

Fire Damage Report From Reading Losses Totals Enormous

Dry Loca by Fire at Reading on June 10 originates in Oppenheim and Gearing store causing a loan of 15000 on a deck and a building loss of 20002. Kine Eppenheimer Co. losses and goods adjoining total 00000 and F. Keffer, ehlin incurs 5000. insurance partially covers logs.

Reading Oppenheim & Gearing Kine Eppenheimer & Co F. Keffer Ehlin

Farmer in death by own action at Gettysburg

Marnel Bogard of Sully county reportedly fired at his wife near Gettysburg on June 10 and then killed an unrelated person at Lebanon before taking his own life. The incident involves local residents and authorities investigating the sequence of events and outcomes.

Gettysburg Marnel Bogard Sully County Yimael Lebanon

New Creamery Opens at Gann Valley

June 10 report from Chamberlain notes the new creamery at Gann Valley Buffalo county has begun operations and looks to become one of the most profitable creameries in the Missouri valley due to strong outlook and promising start.

Chamberlain Gann Valley Buffalo County Missouri Valley

Summer Hotel Burned in Belfast Maine

Summer hotel at Pour Point in Belfast burned down with contents. The house, unoccupied except for landlord Clark Odd and a servant Chaloss ty, suffered a total loss estimated at seventy thousand dollars.

Belfast Pour Point Clark Chaloss

War Revenue Measure Moves Through Congress

Washington reports the Senate completed the war revenue measure with most committee amendments accepted and debates over finance and bond provisions. A key 10 cent per pound duty on imported textiles passed, while other tax provisions and bond plans shaped the final bill as House actions proceed.

Waohington Senate Democrats i.Jleu de Lil Alttaon Iowa Liiensure Butler North Carolina Washington Treasury Committee Wolcott Secretary of the Treasury St. My. Aldrien Rhode Island Silvger Pry Talbert South Carolina Tillman United States Chirton Lexus Lindsay Kentucky Messrs Differy Gorman McAvery Mitchell Murphy Turple Kyle Mantle

Senate Deficiency Bill and Census Dispute Highlight War Session

The war period saw the Senate approve a war and navy deficit package totaling 17.745 million dollars and advance the census bill to prepare for the 1900 census. The House debated conference reports on the sundry civil bill and post office appropriations while voting on election participation for volunteers. Adjournment followed as sessions paused for pending measures.

Senate Washington Indian Territory Indiana Hill Paine House Aciate Civil Service Commission

Madison marks Wisconsin semi centennial with 12000 visitors

Madison Wisconsin celebrated its semi centennial with a crowd estimated at 12000 in the capital. Governor Scoffolk and Mrs Scoffolk hosted a reception at the executive mansion while a parade featured two thousand Civil War veterans. Delegations from Milwaukee and other cities attended brief speeches and various meetings with local officials.

Madison Wig Wisconsin Eugene Dilcott Miwaukee O. H. Fethers Innesville B. J. Bryant la Crosse Scoffolk State Bar Association Bennett Janeaville State Proses Aesociation

Prohibition Nominee Deferwin Contemplates Governor Run

Emporia Kansas reports United States Senator William A Deferwin nominated for governor by the Prohibition state convention. The platform backs prohibition and woman suffrage and supports alliance with the national government during the Spanish American War. A separate note from Gaylord Minnesota says a special election on electric lights passed 70 to 12 with 800 lights promised and a $5,000 plant planned once wiring is arranged.

Teffer Emporia Kan United States Whiliam A. Deferwin Spain Gaylord Minn

Property sold in Superior to New York buyer

Putting in Money,vg. West, Superior, Wis. June 10 The New York block and other unimproved property has been sold to W. L. Dwyer of New York for 200000 in cash. The transfer will take place June 15. The Dwyer estate now owns about half a million dollars of property here.

West Superior Wis New York W. L. Dwyer Dwyer

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