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Newspaper
Fresno Republican Weekly
Location
Fresno, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1898
Page
7
Updates from July report renewed bombardment of Santiago with General Miles in Cuba holding telephonic talks with General Shafter. A suspected hit sank an ammunition packed Santiago church while a flag of truce was sent out. Reports of naval activity, fireproof fittings for ships, and uncertain news reach Washington amid ongoing tensions and cabinet reshuffles.
Inquiries reveal the breech blocks of the guns were thrown away, disabling the ships. U S vessels Newark and others shelled Santiago de Cuba, two hours of bombardment ending as a flag of truce appeared from the city. A church blast caused a massive powder explosion. damage details remain unclear.
A late 19th century dispatch outlines talks among Santa Fe officials Bakersfield and Mojave interests about a proposed railway and ferry link from Bakersfield to Mojave with connections to Port Juchmond and San Francisco. The plan envisages interlining the Santa Fe and Valley routes, costing about 9.8 million dollars, and would hinge on rival lines sharing costs and completing the line into Bakersfield before a joint crossing to Mojave. Uncertainty remains as conferences yield no firm agreement and local politics influence the timetable.
OCR cleaned fragmentary item describes battered players, a baseball game, and a possible hotel incident. The readable names and places are unclear, but it mentions a batter and coaches, with references to a city and potential dates or events.
The dispatch reports Cabinet resistance in Washington over Spain’s future course as Watsons squadron closes in on Cadiz and Santiago. It notes Spain’s possible détente before contact and cites U S signals and naval maneuvering, with officers confined at Annapolis and Seaveys Island while awaiting war’s end. The piece also covers Cuban resistance near Santiago and suspected Spanish intentions to surrender or fight to the death, with reports of civilian disorder and punitive measures.
Fragmented item describes Port Royal with 23 passengers including a British consul general and other officials, then switches to a July report of storms, ship losses, and troop movements. It references U S naval actions near Santo Domingo, Cuban theater, and European negotiations amid war conditions. Names include Sir Alexander Gollan, Higgins, and Martinez Campos.
The Hawaiian commission members met in Washington to plan their Hawaii visit. Key choices included chair and reporters, with August 1 as the tentative departure from San Francisco. The group aims to spend about two months in Hawaii and present recommendations to Congress at the next session. They discussed work plans and focused on public lands, the franchise, and certification issues under the current government.
Readers glimpse a disrupted note about a tandem crash and a drowning death along a river in Russia. The fragment mentions Prom, a bicycle tandem, and a dramatic scene with a boat or flood. Further details are unreadable.
OCR fragment describes a man with a blow to the brow near his eye on a date in February, noting the impact and a visible injury in one eye. The text is unclear and contains garbled phrases, but indicates facial trauma and eye involvement.
Partial bombardment of the town by ships of Schley's squadron is reported as July events unfold. Dispatches describe a attempted surrender by Spanish forces, with American commanders debating terms and the strategic impact on nearby positions and the harbor.
A chaotic wire service transcript from July details Representative Hull and House committees pressing for smokeless powder supplies. The piece critiques production delays, wartime shortages, and domestic vs foreign sourcing, noting fears of unprepared troops and calls for faster, wider distribution.
A garbled OCR fragment references an appropriation for powder materials and related items. It mentions an initial amount of 2 000 000 and a subsequent reduction to 800, along with unclear references to department funds and rail materials. The readable content is minimal and lacks clear entities or a coherent event.
A chaotic incident involves a woman firing a pistol during a disturbance at a Santa Cine area. Police report describe a confrontation with a man and a weapon found at the scene. The suspect, identified as Bessie Scott of Oregon, is under investigation as a possible motive and age unclear. One man died amid the events and another person faces charges. further details are pending official statements.
A fragmented historic item reflects on the warfront and public sentiment. It notes the slow pace of Allied advances and the varied reactions of observers to mounting casualties, leadership, and national resolve. The piece hints at naval actions, air power, and the evolving tactics that shaped early modern combat.
Fragmented report details Otis readiness with Fourth Cavalry Eleventh Infantry and naval units. Mentions transport logistics, Honolulu reinforcement intent, and planned ceremonies as U S command reports move toward operational posture in the Pacific theater.
Wheat prices eased slightly with July and September futures trading in Chicago as traders weighed weather signals and potential crop yields. Market notes discuss minor volatility, a pullback from recent highs, and the influence of cash prices on timing and sentiment.
A Delaware United States senator could be headed to prison after serious charges surface. The document details legal proceedings and potential penalties, noting court action and the possibility of a lengthy sentence. The background mentions wage disputes and financial questions surrounding the case, with no final verdict yet issued.
The Maconic Temple lodge held an installation on June 1 with TW Chapman as installing deputy and WB Green assisting. Officers installed includeLW Lindeny NX G TI Mon June 1 GL WM Bishop secretary St Graff treasurer A M Toper and others. Chapman plans to visit Madera on Shoreday to install officers of the Odd Fellows and Rebekah lodges in that city.
On Stansius street teen burglar Land FJ entered the Dowde home but was repelled after a loud alarm. Dowde greeted the intruder, who fled leaving behind a dark lantern. The incident ended with the burglar taking nothing. The report also notes a local firemen exhibition and a future visit by the Firemen team.
A fragmentary narrative recounts Rev Graves hiring a man to prospect for gold in the Mojave desert. The tale traces alleged deceit, the art of manipulation, and the prospecter's schemes, with references to Monk, Moore, and a squire’s meals at the desert camp. The piece hints at a broader historical chronicling of deception and motive, set in a harsh western backdrop.
Superintendent Plmore of the South lun Padia received a tip that a hold up was planned on a northbound passenger transfer by depot sheriffs. The plan allegedly involved two men from Berenda Oy, with deputies converging to guard the southbound train from Vodes to Werai. Conductor Reynolds brought the northbound train in, and deputies Pech Yuinas and Henry prepared to respond if robbers attacked near Tirebaugh. Sheriff Harris of San Pernir-Jing is 1180 on the train.
A jury acquitted Bridges on a technical plea while a key count faced retrial. Judge Webb granted a postponement for the Supreme Court point, with origins in a Honolulu proceeding. The report notes motions and procedural steps amid a complex courtroom sequence.
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