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Newspaper
Kimball Graphic
Location
Kimball, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1898
Page
2
A long OCR fragment reports on military arms, a Zola medal, anaesthesia advances, and assorted society notes. It mentions U S and Spanish armies, a balloon observation for Santiago, and various political and literary asides as a scattered, period-voiced miscellany.
Washington reports say German ambassador Von Holleben delivered a personal message from Emperor William to President McKinley. The note casts Germany’s position on the war as gratifying and signals no intervention against the United States. The visit is described as highly significant in shaping future U.S. policy toward Europe and the Philippines.
A fragmentary 19th century appeal laments Cubans in distress and dying, asking for urgent assistance from the United States. It cites soldiers, women, and elderly, naming towns like Clepnogtok and Natty Creek, Michigan, and condemns Weyler while urging quick help and intervention.
A garbled text fragment describes Spain's government facing uncertain interim arrangements with the royal figure. It mentions Prime Minister Camazo and figures like Blivelo and General Cumbos in a plan to reorganize the country, with a coalition in view.
Secretary Long forwards a joint resolution of Congress praising Admiral Dewey for the victory at Cavite. The transmission includes an engrossed copy with attestations and a letter from the secretary of state commending Dewey’s conduct and judgment in naval operations. John D. Long signs the transmittal, with appreciation from the Navy and State Departments.
Paris dispatch from Madrid portrays the queen mother relentlessly pressing ministers to end the war. She weeps at the palace, urging swift peace while ministers defer, fearing dire consequences for Spain. Her effort centers on securing support from former ministers Moret and Gullon as talks stall.
A partial dispatch notes that Japanese forces plan operations toward the Philippines. It suggests ships are moving to join a stronger squadron in the waters, with intent to cooperate with allied units in the event of further hostilities. The wording implies preparations for possible Philippines operations.
Ki McPartland and Everhardt quit five rounds to draw in a twenty five round match at the Greater New York Athletic Club Coney Island. Referee Sam Austin declared a draw after both fighters could continue. This third meeting leaves supremacy undecided and betting favored McPartland at 100 to 10.
A letter from Captain William C. Smnckley reports an attempted explosion on the refrigerating and supply ship Port Victoria. A dynamite laden box with a sticking mechanism and thirty pounds of dynamite was found on the main deck with no address. The box was cast into the sea after the device failed. Port Victoria departed New York on July 14.
July 45.1 The West recruitment voyage faced a suspension of the offourse to recruit sailors. Commander Mackey and Chief Engineer S. Webster returned to the navy department. The projectors hoped the trip would benefit the navy by spreading western blood, aiding nationalization of the search.
A July report from Langon outlines that officials aim to discuss an armistice though the government lines remain uncertain. The piece mentions U S involvement and a proposed arrangement with a focus on peace terms and potential U S alliances with allied states.
A French diplomat’s Madrid dispatch says the city faces a critical wartime moment with the army directing policy and the queen regent’s fate tied to dynastic factions. Soldiers ready to act, artillery loyal to the government threatened by revolt, while Spain seeks to avert a broader revolution.
New Orleans reports Colonel Dunati Bi Hood’s regiment of Imunesy arriving after encampment, joining Lionel Rich’s regiment from Texas. Both units expected to sail to Santiago by transport to support General Shafter’s force. Berlin’s departure may slip to midweek. hammocks and deck preparations cited amid travel delays.
Dispatches report General Brooke commands a U S expeditionary force sailing toward Puerto Rico aboard troop transports. The fleet, including the St Louis and The St Pant, will position off Puerto Rico with General Miles at the helm and General Haines aboard as headquarters. Troops from Chickamauga and allied ships hurry to embark, aiming to be aboard by Wednesday. The San Juan area patrols and German steamer observations guide the operation as all details move with urgency toward an end-of-week arrival.
July 27 telegram from the collector warns tax payers in all districts to meet penalties. no further indulgence. The message targets bankers brokers manufacturers and related trades including tobacco and bowling alleys amid war tax enforcement.
Pensions granted include Henry Hamilton Corneth Mime and others. Widows Louina Inkermoll and Bekiget Monahan listed with small sums. Postmasters appointed yesterday include J A Mattelson in Marmet and E T Soruim as agent. several offices continued in South Dikoln, Hamilton, and Platte counties.
Condensed war notes report Spanish defenders in Havana claiming impregnable status while large American forces prepare for action. Chicanos support hedging operations against Pandorn’s army. Peace plans spark readiness to strike, with Generals denying surrender rumors. In Santiago province 3,000 Spanish troops reportedly surrender as fever strains limit movements.
The Kenilworth, sailing from Manila to New York with cargo of cigars, put in at Valparaiso on fire. Both the captain and the mate are reported dead.
Madrid reports unrest as demonstrations emerge in Granta and other provinces over tax and political disputes. Authorities clamp down with censorship and heightened security at venues like Retiro, while clashes near Barcelona and Valencia prompt arrests and loose gunfire. Grain and crop figures are also listed in the brief, including wheat and corn stocks.
Fragmentary notes describe varied incidents including a person named Spalding marrying a stenographer Someday, an explosion killing someone at Date Bint Cab, a large fire and property sales, and mentions of Sir Thomas Lipton, Colonel Roosevelt, and the New York gubernatorial race.
Dakota City July 85 The seventeenth annual reunion and picnic of the Dakota County Pioneers and Old Settlers Association set for Thursday September 1 at Clinton Park near the quarry. Attendance expected around four thousand with extra preparations to handle a larger turnout than ever before. Royal Crimp Alger Washington July: Officers of the War Department decide not to move the soldiers to Camp Alger.
Washington July 25 Lieutenant Hobson arrived in the capital amid a warm reception to discuss saving one or more Spanish ships. He met Secretary Long and President McKinley, then reported on efforts to float the Cristobal Colon and other vessels, hoping to salvage key ships and bolster the Navy.
Washington reports Gen. Corbi dispatching two cavalry contingents with Spanish officers to demand surrender of Spanish troops at Bun Tule and Potnam. The detachment returned after night patrols with unclear results, while Spanish forces halt near the lines awaiting direction.
A July 25 dispatch from Playa del Este reports the Nipe expedition largely successful though officers failed to remove certain items due to time constraints. The Spanish cruiser Jorge Juan, defending a price, was destroyed with no loss of life. The Annapolia and Wasp then retreated from Nipe toward a landing near Puerto Rico as the army’s commanding general arrived at Sampron.
A late 19th century memo outlines Commodore Watsons mission to the Canary Islands and Puerto Rico operations. It discusses bombardment of Spanish coastal cities, establishing a U.S. military government, and the need to manage yellow fever risks and war finances while shaping territorial transfers.
The German ambassador met with the president at the White House and stated authoritatively that the talks reference the Philippines and related matters. The conference emphasized wartime alliances and continuing cooperation between nations amid ongoing global tensions.
Fiver Iadlé Bant between Jack Tout and Tom Valming led to a tense boxing bout in Chicago with Lansing and Leouldville noted. Bant showed a strong finish in the later rounds, while uncertainty lingered as exchanges loosened and the crowd watched the endgame unfold.
Fragmentary OCR notes show Lieutenant Lind accepting a nomination at a Democratic gathering. It mentions Joint Committee, Johnson, and a split Republican connection, with reference to volunteers at Chickamauga. The text is garbled and difficult to fully interpret.
An incomplete report from General Aitter describes naval movements near Mole Street and Tall, mentioning General Fred Grant Hehemn and lines of brigades and divisions. The OCR text is garbled, but indicates corps, command, and regional forces with uncertain spellings and dates.
General Shafter plans to move troops into Cuban mountains where air is good as part of the campaign against Holguin. Mines, charts, and obstructions are being investigated. U S Army units, staff, and ships move toward Port Rel Monroe, with Clara Barton overseeing Red Cross ships unloading supplies.
Reports from San Francisco and Camp Merritt describe heavy sickness among troops. About 203 men in Presidio hospitals and 45 other soldiers are ill, with over 400 at Camp Merritt, many in critical condition. Casualties include Dewitt L. Buckner, who died of pheochromocytoma, with remains to be sent to Council Bluffs for burial. The Seventh California unit notes multiple pneumonia and trench fever cases. isolation plans are in place as King leads Manila expedition preparations.
Report from Toledo notes excitement over a gold quartz prospect found in deep river diggings. L-Richard Kind and Kluiver Brothers, among others, back a dry land project with 16 eel stack. promoters seek private funding and faster development while conservative partners delay.
A garbled report describes a hailstorm near Marys that destroyed wheat crops and forage. The text is heavily damaged with many missing words, rendering exact figures and names unclear. Further readable details indicate widespread agricultural damage and likely local weather impact.
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