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Newspaper
Lamar Register
Location
Lamar, Colorado, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1898
Page
3
A fierce debate is anticipated on September 5 regarding the conduct of the war and the capitulation of major figures. The discussion centers on justice ministers, authority, and the role of the peace commission, with hints of constitutional questions and government response. Clergy express concern over national unrest as public sentiment grows.
The Madrid corre the Sandard says an better illestrate the altors end distinsion than dem st canned by the re repoicated troopa of the who have beft for store March, 0,000 in Cuba, T0008 have mor lovallided, and there returning to be dishended, ing 2 portion of thefy nine ar of pay. ve stroke of policy om the overument will it 'abe rt the dangers that other have existed of the discen n being made the toote of poltical lntriguers and har pewed that the mum ments shall be in ' bee very lberally and other accomm b 'urning troops, one Tpit.sare ms parts of Spain. aleo ter f the shek soldier:
In a terse dispatch the government cites ongoing insurgent clashes around Luzon with Spanish losses and captured chiefs. A sergeant of gendarmes reportedly escaped and rebels are said to resist in Mildea Island area. officials stress coastal defense against insurgent activity.
The report lists Union infantry and artillery units including Second Wisconsin First Wisconsin Indiana Pennsylvania Missouri Kentucky and Utah light batteries moving toward Havana after service in the Cuban conflict. It notes mustering out and continued service terms with references to various regiments and batteries.
The report states one million government rations will be distributed to starving Cubans under Lt. A. D. Niskern and Capt. Lotus Niles, with orders from the President and War Secretary. Army officers will direct distribution across provinces as needed. Cuban ports are expected to admit provisions without difficulty, with Spanish authorities reportedly glad to receive them.
London reports Britain may benefit from U S naval experiments as Washington considers spending 34 million dollars to build fifteen war vessels. English constructors praise American invention and study lessons from the war to improve existing ships against shell fire following the Samson battle.
The twenty fourth annual American Bankers Association convention in Denver closes after three days of papers and business. George H. Russell of Detroit becomes President with Walker HM of Louisia nas First Vice President G M Reynolds of Chicago Treasurer Alvah W Trowbridge of New York Secretary and James R Branch of Virginia as Chairman of the Executive Committee. Delegates depart on special trains to Cripple Creek Manitou Pueblo and Colorado Springs with many to return tomorrow night.
Manila August 25 Admiral Dewey has formed a court of inquiry to probe the Monadnock delay at Honolulu. The vessel’s tardiness angered him as it arrived after fighting had ended. Commander Walker defends Captain Whiting as the investigation draws naval interest. The city remains quiet despite insurgent hostility while Provost Courts sit and water supply holds.
The steamer Heligo, returning to Tromsoe for repairs, failed to find Professor Andree after penetrating to 600 miles from the pole or 81 degrees 32 minutes north. The party explored Spitzbergen and King Charles Land, naming August Scher island, and passed Northeastland before a violent storm forced abandonment of part one of the Swedish expedition.
New York August 25 bar room restaurants and fruit stands near South Ferry Brooklyn were ransacked by hungry colored troops of the Twenty third Kansas Volunteer Infantry who had been without food for twelve hours on their way to Santiago. They refused transport until fed and then looted the neighborhood.
Washington August 26 The Cabinet devoted time to peace commission issues announcing selections Secretary Day said four members have accepted and Justice White will join making the commission complete John Moore named secretary and J W MacArthur assistant secretary Moore may resign soon Day plans to leave for Canton with Mrs Day to prepare for Paris trip and retirement from State Department roles
Washington considers a policy to keep sovereignty over Luzon while allowing Aguinaldo and his followers to govern Mindanao under U.S. protection. The plan aims to satisfy insurgent leaders and foster a prosperous Mindanao republic with U.S. aid, while preserving overall American control of Luzon.
In Cavite on Wednesday Corporal Anderson is mortally wounded and Trooper Husson killed after Husson's revolver fired during a patrol causing alarm among locals. Four troopers and several natives wounded. General Aguinaldo vows punishment and peace efforts expected.
Washington reports the War Department has issued an order extending the furlough of volunteers from thirty days to sixty days. The extension broadens authorized leaves for service members on leave of absence as of the date of the order.
National Shriners Day in Omaha on September 14 invites 50 000 Shriner temples members in the U S and Canada with expected 5000 attendees A joint committee from Tangier Temple Omaha and Sestoris Temple Lincoln coordinates receptions events and a full day of expo activities including speeches at 11 am concerts at 2 pm a grand parade at 7 pm Midway visits and a televised fireworks display at 9 pm.
The Times correspondent reports Manila merchants widely support permanent American occupation of the Philippines. Military division efficiency, sanitation, and ongoing water works are noted, with few illness deaths among American troops and large arms and prisoners including 15,000. Insurgents and Spanish forces are described, with priests set to depart for Hong Kong.
A Herald cable from Ponce, Porto Rico, says General Stone reports anarchy in rural areas after Spanish troop withdrawal. Guerrillas roam freely, burning a large plantation near Ad juntas as natives and Spaniards terrorize each other while Americans prepare to intervene.
At Mystic Connecticut the thirty second annual meeting of the Universal Peace Union heard letters from President Love and Charles Schley relation, plus a cablegram from the Austrian Peace Society praising the work. The business session elected Alfred H. Love of Philadelphia as president and named seventy five vice presidents across the United States and Europe.
Acting Secretary Meiklejohn ordered all military hospitals to spend 60 cents daily per man for delicacies and comfort for the sick, with extra funds as needed. He cites Fort Myer as underutilizing the allowance and warns many surgeons may be unaware of the rule, expanding a general fund to cover shortages.
The United Typothetae of America battles a knotty nine hour day issue in Milwaukee. After two lengthy executive sessions the outcome remains undecided as presidents and organizers push for shortened hours with selective wage adjustments while employers weigh concessions and the threat of a large scale strike.
Mayor Van Wyck announces a city wide schoolfund to build and present a battleship to the government. Randolph Guggenheimer Elbridge Gerry and Charles T Barney named to receive subscriptions with The Chemical National Bank as depository.
The New York bound line steamer Norge reports sinking the French fishing schooner Lacoquette of Bayonne on August 20 between 3 and 4 p.m. in foggy seas off the Grand Banks. Captain Knudsen and eight seamen were saved, while sixteen crew members perished. The Norge rescued six men and a dog after the collision with the schooner, which capsized and sank almost immediately.
Kingston Jamaica August 25 The American movement starting Monday at Manchester gains rapid acceptance as a remedy against ruin. Promoters push it hard to support Jamaica's delegates at the Barbadoes conference and boost intercolonial cooperation. The sole obstacle is the color question.
A Shanghai dispatch says the entire available British fleet in Chinese waters has reached Wei Hai Wei to back Sir Claude McDonald's demands. No independent confirmation was found.
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