United States Presses Spain on Peace Terms in Cuba and Philippines
Officials announce a formal statement detailing peace terms offered to Spain. Key points include relinquishment of sovereignty over Cuba, evacuation of Spanish forces, cession of territories to the United States, and occupation of Manila Bay pending a treaty. The note also mentions accountability for damage to American property and a potential delegation to Spain for treaty talks. Also reported is the sinking of the steamer La Burgogne with 28 lives lost near Sable Island.
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Philippnies
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Park of Spain
Lake Superior Grim Toll of Wrecks and Bodies
A reminiscence on Lake Superior’s deadly history recounts Major General Wade’s dispatches and a long list of shipwreck deaths. The Minnesota Tribune notes the lake’s reluctance to yield its dead, with tales of rescue attempts, preserved bodies, and divers pulling victims from wrecks like the Algoma years ago.
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Minneapolis Tribune
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Superior
Health conditions at Mant and Santiago telegrams
Washington reports a demoralized state in Mant and Santiago with daily death tallies. Telegrams from Shaner note July 29 sanitary condition showing fever cases and new infections, with counts of cases returned to duty and total inhabitants affected.
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Mant
Bgo Om
Washington
Santiago
Shaner
Tural
Political prisoners released after arrival of envoy
Washington August 2 1893 War Department telegram reports from Shatter dated August 1 1893 that all political prisoners have been immediately released upon reaching them. It notes no word from Guantanamo but says Geo Ewers went there three days ago to receive the surrender of arms and political prisoners. They were reportedly released on his arrival.
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Shatter
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War Department
Guantanamo
Geo. Ewers
Letter From Sculey Reacts to San tiago Victory
Indianapolis Aug 3. A letter from Capt John Schley cousin of Commodore Schley congratulates the victory off Santiago. The reply praises the nation, the ship’s place in the line and the public defense. It says the sweetest satisfaction comes from earning the people s love and the nation s approval and hopes for peace and reunion with loved ones. W & Selby
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Hanna Sees Peace Extending Session in Anticipated Peace
Senator Hanna said an extended session would be held early in the autumn to consider ratification of terms of peace. He asserted the end of the war was near and the extension was necessary to address the peace agreement.
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War cost report shows July receipts and outlays
Washington August 2 government records show July receipts of 55 547 003 and expenditures near 51 205 475 an increase from last year. Revenues include customs 15 109 000 and other sources while war related disbursements reach about 51 800 000 with total war cost rising.
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Transport Ships Puebla Reach Coast in Typhoid Cases
Three men aboard the transports and the City of Puebla were removed from the ship to a hospital after typhoid cases emerged. Lieut Huot of the Fourteenth Infantry is among the ill. Charles H. Watson, bandmaster of the Thirteenth Minnesota, died in the city from typhoid fever contracted during the voyage of the emperor William May Nottie. Berlin reports doubt Emperor William will attend Friedrichsruhe due to Prince Herbert Bigmarck’s refusals related to burial and a requested portrait, with funeral plans for the late prince set for Thursday morning in the Emperor William memorial church.
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Berlin
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Fleet Transports Sail Orders From San Francisco Harbor
At army headquarters it was announced that another fleet of transports will sail next Thursday. The Lakme and Charles Nelson will carry troops to Honolulu and the Tacoma, towed by the Iroquois, will head for Manila with horses and mules. The Arizona will sail early next week with the Seventh California regiment. The Scandia will depart a week later carrying recruits for various regiments. Brig. Gen. King is slated to command the expedition with Hoe likely aboard the Scandia. All units will be sent to the Philippines as fast as ships and transport readiness allow.
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Philippines
Havana Quiet as Storm Approaches in Letter From Times Correspondent
London August 3 Havana's mood described as ominously quiet by the Times correspondent in a July 5 letter. Indignation grows as authorities suppress truth and news, while people ration scarce supplies. War death toll rises and many convents report high fatalities amid tightening control and famine risks.
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Havana
Times
Tle
Porto Ricans Welcome American Troops in Puerto Rico
Reports say Porto Ricans greet U S troops with delight as Gen Miles advances toward San Juan. Spanish resistance dwindles while looting and small skirmishes occur in towns from Juan Diaz to Coamo. Gen Brooke arrives aboard the St Louis and lines of communication are being reestablished with new American posts and a pending naval demonstration.
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Porto Rico
Macan
P. C. Hanna
United States
San Juan
Associated Press
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Aibonito
Guayamo
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Sandaan
Boom in Business in Ponce as Americans Arrive
Ponce Puerto Rico August 3 business in the city has surged with the arrival of the Americans. Merchants race for dollars and gold is at a premium. Locals expect plentiful provisions though rice remains costly. Army may find fresh meat as cattle roam the broad savannas at good prices.
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Porto Rico
Occupation Prep Sows Cuban Garrison Plans
Washington reports Secretary Alger orders War Department to prepare for U S occupation of Cuba amid Spain terms. Estimated troop levels reach tens of thousands in three months. Major Lee may command Havana garrison with volunteers to be assigned to duty.
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Teaches Birds to Sing by Musical Training
A Philadelphia area gentleman trains canaries by isolating hatchlings in a room with a constant music box tone. Birds learn to sing the heard air and can join in when prompted. He currently teaches three to sing Coming Through the Rye and expects perfection in two months. The hobbyist performs for friends, not for profit.
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Camp Thomas Looms Over New Expedition Plans
Aug 2 reports from Camp Thomas highlight the expected arrival of paymasters and a Washington arranged expedition led by Major General Wade. The aim is to select the best regiments for inclusion, with efforts to prove fitness for the mission. Telegraph links to Ponce reopen under U S censorship as Dawes commission begins tribal census in Ardmore Oklahoma. Cherokee council at Tahlequah weighs Curtis bill allotment. Alabama election data show Johnston leading in Mobile county with low turnout and a quiet race overall.
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Waste of ammunition at Santiago harbor defenses
A naval party touring Santiago harbor batteries reported over 2,000,000 worth of shells wasted, finding bombardments harmless and ineffective at reducing the fortifications. In New York, George Tonk, a wealthy resident, died by suicide from a hotel window after a long melancholy illness.
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Sampson
Associated Press
Santiago Harbor
New York
George Tonk
Hotel Majestic
Merritt Face to Face With Trouble in Philippines
Cable from Cavite reports insurgent leadership shows jealousy toward Americans while aiding inquiry into US actions. Aguinaldo plans cautious resistance, wary of U S abandonment to Spain, and tensions rise between Merritt and Aguinaldo over American strategy.
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New York
Journal
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Wildeman
United States
Spain
Aguinaldy
A Cuban Charge and Close Combat Tactics
A fragmentary report describes Cuban insurgents under Gomez and Maceo, detailing close quarters weapons and tactics. It notes their reliance on machetes, carbines, revolvers, and improvised gear to outmaneuver Spanish Mauser fire, with emphasis on the impracticality of long-range engagement. The piece ends with a wedding notice for Mr. Cornelius Baker and Miss Josephine Bibb and a note that Chester Woodward left for Estes Park, Colorado.
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Maceo
West Sud
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Ey. G. W. Burdette
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North Lawrence
Manila Situation Threatens City as Insurgents Grow Bold
Gen Merritt cables the war department reporting Manila danger due to insurgent attitude similar to Cuban claims. He will defend citizens while fighting Spaniards and is preparing a joint demand with Admiral Dewey for city surrender to U.S. forces, a move that could provoke a clash.
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Merritt
War Department
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United States
Manila Surrender Demanded by Dewey Merritt Says
Madrid reports Capt Gen Augusti sent word that Admiral Dewey and General Merritt demand unconditional surrender of Manila. Spain’s commander Sagasta was told he would be resisted with superior force as ammunition runs low. Augusti notes garrison weakened, mountain guns useless, and US forces warned of shelling if terms are refused.
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Ofe
Helladin
Wesley Merritt
Admiral Dewey
Manila
Gen
Augusti
Philippines
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Madrid
Sagasta
United States
Bluefish Threatens Local Fisheries and Markets
The article warns that bluefish, a aggressive predator, decimates schools of shad and other fish, with large individuals swallowing smaller ones and spreading damage across the water. It notes bluefish prevalence, ineffective nets, and suggests hand lines with menhaden as the only market method, while northern downeaster smacks harvest and ship catch to northern markets, prompting concern over local economic loss.
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Richmond Dispatch
Markets and Livestock Prices From Kansas City News Desk
Grain and market listings show steady to rising prices across wheat corn oats and feeds with varied notes on spring wheat and white oats. Livestock receipts weigh heavy with cattle steers and cows steady to mixed, hogs weaker, sheep higher, and regional demand influencing prices. August figures for corn oats and barley provide futures alongside cash marks, while cattle and hog markets reflect regional supply and demand dynamics.
Transport rates and travel dates announced
A notice lists a round trip fare of 17.02 dollars from Lour INDIAN APOLIO4 to destinations with a one way rate of 87.70. The travel dates are August 7 and August 8 with a limited period of August 165. The account references L A W.
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