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Newspaper
Fresno Republican Weekly
Location
Fresno, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1898
Page
7
Newspapers debate the Czars pacific assurances and the peace plan, noting Germany skeptical France doubtful and Britain leaning toward the project. Articles discuss armament reductions, the Vatican praise, and the need for credible steps to avert global conflict.
The Times reports French and British leaders debating the Alsace Lorraine restoration as a prerequisite to conference participation. It notes expectations on Europe and a push for arbitration, with Pope and Russia figures weighed in on the proposed summit and armament talks.
A report from Havana notes actions by Captain Hobson to raise two sunken ships near Cerveza while other naval efforts proceed. The tale mentions the Samoa Spore patrol, quarantine of the ship Victoria and the spread of fever cases amid limited medical supplies and relief efforts.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a will dispute involving a Mrs Milky and others with mentions of a spouse, assets left, and questions of testamentary competency. The passage hints at a probate decision with references to the Wayne or Wis Angell Scott veins, possible court action, and concerns about undue influence. Limited readable names and actions suggest a contested settlement or filing in a probate context.
The Veriscope in Pugilism leaves San Francisco with seven dollars and his wit. He plans to avoid fighting WeCoy in October and says he will meet him in New York, aiming to settle the matter with managers instead of a bout.
Bradstreet’s highlights a strong iron and steel sector with rising prices and broader demand across the east and south, while wheat and cotton face declines. The report notes improved distribution, fewer business failures, and a cautious outlook amid fluctuating foreign demand and ample crops. The piece also cites higher shipments and prices for steel goods, with continued weakness in cereal markets.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Tifysin Mons Ana Sharkey and a theatre club in August in a city. It alludes to a round contest and an inducement of 17 dollars with principals to defray their own expenses to the city for a December event. The readable items are unclear and not fully consistent.
An August dispatch from New York recounts General Shafter’s remarks on the Santiago campaign. He defends reliance on regulars over volunteers, notes high morale among U S forces, and highlights logistical challenges and the assumed heavy casualties that were avoided by careful planning. He emphasizes his strategic position, claims near-certain victory if reinforced, and defends overall conduct of the campaign.
In San Francisco on August 2 a coroner jury found negligence by the officers of the government steamer McTowell in a crash with a launch from Scandiga. Flora L Paxton, who died in the incident, was cited to have contributed to the accident. The verdict directs attention to accountability for the fatal collision.
August 26 records show Little Dust SIALILE and Toouiad arriving from St Michiels 2nd Dudh Hurl with a burdened pur ote uille te tin Het at the owner set price of 100 dollars and 60 cents.
In a hard fought contest Stockton defeated Oakland 6 to 5. ONeill made a sharp throw and both teams produced strong defensive plays while Muller secured two outs on difficult chances.
A fragmented, transcribed newspaper item details an unlawful detention and execution-style context surrounding a case in which Vrs Lot is claimed deprived of liberty by the Chief of Police. The report mentions legal actions, habeas corpus, and references to multiple individuals including Judy Cook and others in a chaotic narrative.
The text describes rapid Americanization in Santiago with references to civic changes, schooling, and tension. It notes a growing presence of troops, a shrinking supply of ammunition, and civilians affected by dysentery and fever. Hospitals report patient descents and continued military activity amid climate challenges.
In San Francisco on August 27 the Entinal Levenue department faces a taxation dispute over bottled wines and revenue stamps. The case focuses on who must price sample wines and test compliance under the war revenue act as applied to the Westmore Pown Company and related brewers.
President and party toured Camp Meade near Middletown August 2 praising the company and hospital facilities. He greeted troops, inspected quarters, and spoke with officials as a large crowd watched, noting the orderly camp and Red Cross services in Philadelphia.
A large public demonstration greeted Admiral Schby as he arrived in Washington. Men and women waved, cheered, and pressed forward, while officers escorted him through a throng outside the secretary’s office. He later left for Porto Rico aboard the ship with Alger aboard Montauk Point. The event, noted by officials, included a tour of the Santiage campus and a reception at the White House before the President.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a government appeal to Germans about sashes and the Philippines. The text is garbled with missing words and unclear context, yielding no clear event, names, or verifiable actions to summarize.
Secretary Day Lakes a rest as Canton grapples with a workers action near the Pennsylare tum area. Committees and officials weigh responses while minors and a missing father figure loom in the local tense scene. Public lines form as townsfolk debate the line between solidarity and order. The Calor Line. JANA and town names appear in fragmented notes and street-level confusion.
London August 2 The Western correspondent reports that American troops in the Philippines have quelled a widespread rebellion with observers noting admirable conduct by U S forces. The town remains calm under occupation as plans for evacuation and return to Washington proceed, aided by officials including General Greene and General Meritt.
A Kansas City correspondence reveals disputes over an interview with General Vites and the War Department. The piece discusses alleged distortions of conditions in San Diego and Porto Rican expeditions and cites wartime communications from General Shafter and General Miles. A separate late August Santa Fe collision injures 28 people when a train and passenger car derail in the afternoon.
A 19 year old, Kulled on the Track, died after being struck by a freight tram near Wimpo. A companion fled the scene but was later detained by authorities as investigators work to reconstruct the incident and identify witnesses.
An unclear OCR passage discusses Cortes figures and a dissident party PIS. It references wartime questions, legitimacy concerns, and calls for delay on all war related questions. The fragmentary content mentions Wat and Vit entities with no clear dates or outcomes.
Reports praise the Red Cross and medical staff after a hospital incident. Wounded individuals receive care in the wings as nurses provide aid and authorities assess the scene.
President McKinley and Mrs McKinley visit sites from Somerset to Cleveland on a train tour. They greet soldiers and crowds, shake hands with war veterans, and inspect troops as the journey continues toward Canton. Abner McKinley joins the party to Johnston and may stay to Canton.
The assistant adjutant general of the War Department in Washington writes to Ma Crug president of the Chamber of Commerce. He refers to the Seventh Regiment of the state and states that no further troop entrenchment is planned at Hanaatu Sindwich Islands.
An injunction bid by a plaintiff unions faction faced resistance as a judge limited actions and dismissed broader claims. The order barred intimidation while setting terms for the boycott amid ongoing legal turmoil between the territorial firm and New Teige Vaillant.
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