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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1898
Page
1
The issue notes a call for the democratic state convention and mentions J. M. Burgess as a potential congress candidate in the Sixth district, with Evans as another admirable option. The torpedo boats are described as lacking a credible excuse for their existence and not as dreadful as feared.
The Davenport Democrat notes the passing of D N Richardson a seasoned journalist and avid traveler who shaped Iowa journalism and contributed to the press with distinction. His death removes a prominent voice and esteemed figure from the state’s media landscape.
The note questions duty free entry for Hawaiian products and ponders if pau per labor is less threatening when tied to a Pacific island. It is respectfully submitted to protectionists, hinting at trade policy debate.
The wreck of the French liner La Burgoyne last week and reports of the crew’s conduct urge Americans to travel on English or American ships.
Fairfield residents still got news from Burlington morning and evening papers as the Chicago daily publications returned after the stoppage.
The text credits Schley with the decisive victory at Santiago while noting Sampson led the fleet earlier. It adds that Sampson should not be discredited, as he was temporarily absent during the final actions.
Commodore Watson leads a fleet to attack the coast of Spain this week. If he encounters Camara's fleet, the last of the Spanish ships may be sunk, with McGinty among those at the bottom of the sea.
The text frames Hawaii as now part of the United States with no regrets about past acquisitions. It argues the addition will yield a naval station and expand territory for unrestricted trade, expressing optimism about future opportunities.
The passage portrays Admiral Cervera as a capable and honorable opponent who fought valiantly at Santiago, surrendered under pressure, and behaved with dignity as a prisoner. It notes his past residence in the United States and his exposure to Western civilization, which softened some Spanish harshness.
The Clinton Herald argues that tax dodging express companies show Spanish sympathies and deserve scrutiny. It proposes suits in every city for small, non appealable amounts to harass these firms and compel payment for war purposes.
In the Democratic Magazine ex governor John P. Attgeld advocates making Cuba and Porto Rico part of U S territory and organizing the Philippines as a republic under American protection. He calls for a government built Nicaragua canal naval stations worldwide and a much larger navy to elevate America globally, warning the Democrats to embrace this policy or face minority status.
The piece notes casualty rates of about six percent at Santiago for American and Cuban forces, thirty percent at Gettysburg, fourteen at Spotsylvania, fifteen at the Wilderness, forty two at Manassas, and thirty three at Cold Harbor. It credits American tactical management at Santiago while criticizing Spanish gunnery despite strong breastwork protection and superior armament.
The Des Moines Leader notes the C B Q railroad shaping legislation and backs Smith McPherson of Red Oak as a strong Ninth District candidate. It cites Hedge in First District as a Q attorney and mentions Representatives Lacey and Hepburn as friendly to the company for a trackable Iowa route.
The prohibition state convention nominated a full slate led by Secretary of State Malcolm Smith of Linn for auditor Edgar Brintnall of Buchanan for treasurer J C Reed of Keokuk for supreme court judge J F Johns of Harrison for attorney general Samuel Humes of Fremont for supreme court clerk Bertha J Bowers of Union for reporter Benjamin E Radcliffe of Cherokee for railroad commissioner long term R M Dient of Washington for short term A M Johnson of Dickinson. The platform repeats last year with a new clause endorsing the war and pledging loyalty to the government during the crisis. Delegates from the Woman's Christian Temperance Union pledged hearty cooperation.
The article lauds the United States Navy for victories at Manila and Santiago with no ship damage. It notes Spanish losses, enemy prisoners, and cites superior American leadership and discipline as the cause. It argues these wins will boost respect for the American name and enhance security abroad.
A Philadelphia Record summary notes the shrinking Spanish empire from the 1600s to 1898, listing territories ceded or lost across Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas. It highlights key regions and dates including the Netherlands, Burgundy, Sicily, Portugal, Holland, and Cuba, Puerto Rico, the Philippines, and other Pacific holdings.
St. Louis Republic correspondent compares Commodore Schley’s Santiago action with Dewey’s Manila engagement on May 1. The piece notes conditions favored Dewey with smooth seas, range and accuracy delivering a decisive victory with no American casualties, while Cervera faced rough trade winds and ten-foot swells that shaped a close, high-stakes chase where four American ships pressed six Spanish vessels until each foe was forced to beach. Schley’s crew relied on short-range gunnery proving the half-mile radius decisive.
London July 8 Henry Norman opens a series on New America arguing the United States is moving from tradition bound republic to a two ocean power. It envisions armed strength colonial reach and closer Anglo American unity with Canada and Britain, framing a century defining shift.
An advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a tonic to keep blood pure and promote good health while inviting readers to subscribe to THE TRIBUNE.
Chicago Chronicle argues the Senate's Hawaii annexation vote is settled. The nation now guards Hawaii as it does Arizona and Alaska, with territorial status for the time being and statehood to be decided later. Hawaiians are welcomed as Americans sharing our fortunes and responsibility.
The Nation argues against colonization as policy shift with English opinions. Disraeli calls colonies a millstone. Salisbury warns foreign dependencies tax England. Bright and Gladstone critique imperial ideas. Macaulay condemns empire as costly curse, hindering trade and enriching none.
The Democrats of Iowa Second judicial district hold a delegate convention in the west court room Ottumwa on Tuesday August 9 1898 at 1 30 a m to nominate four judges and handle related business Representation is one delegate per county plus one for each 200 votes or majority fraction cast for Governor Fred E White in 1897 Counties listed with delegate counts and committee chair W H C Jaques presiding sets the call and process for delegate selection.
The Iowa Democrats urge a delegate convention in Marshalltown on September 7, 1898 at 10:00 AM to nominate state officials. Delegates: one per county plus one per 200 votes over 100 for 1897 governor candidate F. KE White. Total delegates 1080. locals invited to attend primaries and select delegates. J R Burgess Acting-Chairman and EK M Carr Secretary.
Des Moines News notes the stamp tax on receipts to shippers, arguing the express and telegraph companies threaten fines or imprisonment to scare customers into paying. The piece says carriers cannot refuse service and must adhere to the law, which assigns the duty to the companies.
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