07 May 1898
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1898
Page
1
A Hong Kong dispatch from May 7 reports the Manila battle victory and the destruction of the Spanish fleet. It notes no American casualties, six wounded, and the Dewey report awaited by officials. The McCulloch carried news to Hong Kong then Washington, with rapid translation planned.
News that Admiral Dewey's report reached Hong Kong stirred excitement in Washington as extra papers claimed translation underway. Secretary Long and Assistant Secretary Roosevelt delayed briefings while officials awaited official word aboard the McCulloch. At the White House President McKinley waited with keen anticipation amid growing crowds.
Mrs Williams wife of the American consul at Manila who is with Dewey received a cable Saturday morning stating Spaniards surrendered and all is well indicating a key turning point in the conflict and underlining American control and stability in the Philippines scene.
A May morning cablegram from Consint Wild man at Ilang Wang reports the SteCyuloeh has arrived with dispatches from Commodore Dewey. Liew Whittlesex says Twever dispatches fled and transmitting. not expected until ~1 o clock. Whittlesey notes slow transmission and a belief the fleet news may be significant.
Reports say Admiral Sampson may be steering toward Porto Rico to meet the Spanish squadron that left Cape Verde on April 29. Officials expect another naval clash soon, with emphasis on intercepting fast cruisers and gunboats fleeing Cuba. The eastern West Indies is now deemed the likeliest arena for engagement.
Classified notices offer a house with six rooms and bath for rent at 324 BH St. Joest, and a first-class bicycle for sale at 640 E New York. Also a furnished room for rent at 119 Vermont.
Acetylene gas for country houses and stores is promoted as a safer lighting option. The brief notes a Walcott, 142 reference and hints at concerns over ignition and safety in domestic use.
Madrid reports renewed hostilities in Cuba from April 30 with 32 rebels killed and 32 Spaniards wounded in several engagements. A landing attempt at Salado was repelled. An unrelated court note mentions a missing McAllister girl and police attention to colored clubs amid gambling arrests.
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity for 36 hours ending 8 pm May 8 calls for warmer, fair weather with Saturday night and Sunday clear. Early Saturday 7 am temperature recorded at 4. Also includes an advertisement for Dr Bull's Cough Syrup and a horse feed brand Janes Dustiess Oats with minimal context.
A report stating the American fleet was destroyed and escaped uninjured proved false. The correction clarifies no destruction occurred and no severe injuries were sustained by the fleet.
A New York firm with a Hong Kong Manila route reported from Hon Wong that Spanish forces were destroyed and Manila was in American hands. The dispatch, carried by a firm steamer, contradicted government news on the McCulloch's arrival, and claimed quiet in Manila.
At Washington May 7 Lieutenant Sandy, Dewey’s flag lieutenant, sent word from Hong Kong that the McCulloch had arrived. The single word cablegram “McCulloch” suggested he heard Dewey’s Manila battle report. The message reached the Navy Department around five, with expectation the full report would come by ten o’clock.
Detectives Splan Kinney and Thornton arrested Thomas Ford at 62 Clinton St after a search turned up eight watches, five identified as stolen from Emma Potter, C. C. Hatfield, Montgomery Mourt waine, J. Gavin, and BR. J. Jones. Ford, previously jailed for burglary and larceny, allegedly operated across the north city with nightly cash takes of 10 to 40 dollars. A Mexican dollar and watch parts were also recovered as authorities seek other loot Ford allegedly buried.
Local advert lists Strawmyer and Nilius at 837 Monument Place offering best value harnesses, plus other ads for Kershner at 140 E Market and a medical line promising stomach and bowel relief with prompt relief or no pay. Stores in Mary and Cleveland areas feature afternoon and evening services.
Washington reports the first ciphered dispatch from Commodore Dewey dated Manila. The four page message, read by Secretary Long, claims silencing Manila defenses but cites insufficient landing force to hold the city. The Navy prepares to rush troops as Dewey’s words spark excitement.
May 7 dispatch from Commodore Dewey at the navy yard reports the initial communication received by the war department. The message details naval movements and outlines early plans as the Asiatic squadron engages in strategic actions. Officials in Washington note the significance of the dispatch for ongoing operations and coordination with allied forces.
Senor Polo and his staff departed Toronto on Friday night heading to Montreal. He emphatically denied leaving Canada at the urging of British author Paolo, insisting the action was his own.
Washington May 7 Secretary Long sent a telegram to Commodore Dewey thanking him and his officers and men for their splendid achievement and overwhelming victory. He appointed Dewey acting admiral and will seek a congressional vote of thanks as a foundation for further promotion. The message was signed Long.
Washington May 7 Two Dewey dispatches reveal a sealed reason for severing the telegraph line and an insufficiency of landing party sailors. The first dispatch suggests the action to prevent Madrid communications while the second notes private information prompting an urgent White House meeting with President and Secretary Long.
In Washington on May 7 Senator Hanna and fellow politicians greeted Admiral Dewey with three cheers as the group listened for the latest word. A separate notice announces The Now program at First Spiritualist Church corner New York and Alabama next Friday at 7 45 p m for youth. Admission is free. Gruelle discusses the Riley personality with J Burgess Brown singing recitations from unpublished works. Mrs Olla Toph will recite and Mrs Harcourt and Mrs Andrews will perform readings or songs.
The First regiment United Boys' Brigade of America will attend Sunday morning services at Third Christian Church. Rev B A Jenkins, chaplain of the regiment, will preach a special sermon. Quartermaster-general Richardson of the I G will attend along with regimental officers.
Commodore Dewey announces possession of Cavite naval station in the Philippines and destruction of its fortifications. He states bay control complete and readiness to take the city, notes heavy Spanish losses with 150 killed on the Reina Christina’s vessel, and reports protection of Spanish sick and wounded amidst Manila unrest.
Commodore Dewey informs the navy department that he is master of the situation and has plenary coal and provisions in hand. He states he is in full control of the bay at Manila.
The Chinese masonic society will meet in the G. A. R. hall Sunday evening where several candidates will be initiated Moi Mee has charge of the affair A policeman will oversee outsiders during the ceremonies.
Board of trade warns of a congressional amendment to the post office bill limiting free city deliveries to four daily. A governing committee meeting is set for Monday at 10 40 AM to decide action to defeat the proposal. Deputy coroner Dodds concludes headless body case and suspects a medical student involvement. Detective Kinney recalls a college dumped barrel of body parts upstream. Commission rules Mrs Sullivan sane amid protests over sewer work and assessments. Prof stock company opens two week Indianapolis run and memories of fire scene and local figures fill the scene.
At the Woman's social and business gathering on Monday afternoon, three of Miss Roberts pupils will recite. Dr Lucas at Sixth Christian church has services Sunday, morning honor all and evening The natural spiritual. A Spiritualist meeting at 3634 Mington street Sunday at 7 30 p m featuring Gehring and Alice Gehring as speakers.
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