13 Aug 1898
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1898
Page
1
President McKinley receives congratulations from across the nation on the war’s end. Telegrams pour in via Secretary Alger and Adjutant General Corbin. He is gratified by the small American losses and signals a cautious transition to postwar policy.
Washington reports plans for three commissions under the Spain United States terms may be announced Saturday or Monday. Gen Fitzhugh Lee is expected as head of the Cuba military commission with army and naval officers beside him. An army of 50 000 to 60 000 will garrison Cuba to uphold American supremacy while a stable government is formed. withdrawal timelines for Spain from Cuba and Porto Rico remain uncertain. The president prefers not to deploy additional troops before fall.
Washington sees public sentiment as key to the fate of the Philippines with no firm stance from the president. Discussion includes purchase from Spain, potential outcomes of war’s end, and concerns about foreign opposition and future sovereignty.
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity for the 36 hours ending at 8 p m Aus 14: Fair with Saturday night increasing clouds and showers Sunday. Early temperatures report 7 a m 66. Noon Saturday 9, 2 p m 78.
The notice advertises pro bono cigar offerings by Strawmyer and Nilius at 37 Monument Place. It mentions lap dusters and nets as part of the listing.
Washington reports the war with Spain has ended. The protocol was signed August 12 at the White House ending hostilities. U S naval power dominated and Spain's fleets were wiped from the seas. The conflict cost over half a billion dollars but restored national unity and expanded American prestige.
The proclamation issued in Washington on August 12 1898 declares a suspension of hostilities between the United States and Spain and orders immediate measures to halt combat actions. It cites the August 12 protocol with France and Spain and directs commanders to abstain from acts inconsistent with the proclamation. The document bears McKinley’s and Day’s signatures.
Washington reports the protocol assigns Spain to relinquish sovereignty over Cuba and cede territories in the West Indies while the United States occupies Manila pending peace talks. It calls for evacuation of Cuba and Puerto Rico, setting dates for commissioners to meet in Havana, San Juan, and Paris to finalize a peace treaty.
The article reports Bald defeating Cooper in a two heat match race at Newby oval in straight heats 3:58 and 7:57 3-5 amid a tense crowd of 7 000. Gibson wins the amateur five mile race in a world record time 9 431 5 103 5 seconds. Peabody Llewellyn set a new quarter mile record 241 5 seconds as the tandem team. A serious crash injured multiple riders and triggers crowd reaction.
The piece notes Capt William E English may enter the Democratic congressional convention next week as many Democrats push for his nomination. Other candidates like Dunn and Bailey are fading in, while leaders fear English could be nominated. A concerted move may form with a lever of a single leader, and reactions from Republican figures grow tense.
Attorney Mott and Prosecutor Wiltsie clashed in court over a transcript change in the Seymour Denton case. Judge Hamrick denied reform of the record after Wiltsie alleged alterations, while Mott claimed prior notification. Separately, Des Moines politics swirl as a $200 state officer assessment rumor circulates amid misdemeanor concerns.
Madrid reports the Carlist rising in Castellon de la Plana is more serious than first thought. Troops are pouring in and censorship is tightened as newspapers suspend publication. Sagasta portrays U S peace talks as a gain for Spain while public sentiment welcomes peace.
Admiral Cervera arrived from Annapolis to a large crowd at the Portsmouth railroad station. At Seavey’s Island prison the visit moved prisoners to tears as they greeted their former commander. He spoke of peace and soon freedom, then toured the cemetery and graves inscriptions with solemn reverence before staying at the Rockingham hotel.
General Greely informed General Blanco in Havana of the signing of the protocol just after the president issued the proclamation. The French consul at Havana learned of the suspension of hostilities via a message from M Cambon.
In Chattanooga Tennessee on August 13 General Breckinridge prepares for two divisions to move from Chickamauga to Lexington and Knoxville around August 20. General Sanger and MeiXee will inspect camp sites before departures. A grand review and field day exercises are planned prior to dissolution, with hospitals enlarged due to crowding and muster expected soon as peace nears.
A compact page item lists Breakfast Dinner or Supper items at 15¢, a reference to The Kershner at 140 E Market Apollo Bicycles, Gus Habich at 10 W Market, and a horse feed note for Janes Dustless Oats.
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