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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1898
Page
1
A formal reply expressed in Washington indicates that the American terms of settlement have been accepted by the other nation. Diplomats report a constructive tone and a willingness to move forward, signaling potential progress toward enduring peace and resumed relations.
A long dispatch describes Spain's answer to U S positions on occupation and questions raised by the United States. It notes uncertainty over full acceptance, potential openings for negotiations, and possible peace implications. The Spanish reply, while formal, may influence cabinet decisions and provoke press commentary on the prospects for peace. The article also reports on troop movements and practice marches as U S forces consider northern deployments and port locations for ships.
Washington reports a rumor without official confirmation that General Wade’s expeditionary force may aim at Manila rather than Porto Rico. If true, reinforcement needs for General Miles would be reduced. Returned transports and anchored ships from the Philippines would be readied, with 15 000 to 20 000 men added to American strength at Manila.
The secretary of war halted further reinforcements to Porto Rico. Miles reported by cable his force is ample to complete the island's conquest. Wade's trip is abandoned and eighteen regiments remain in the United States.
A dispatch from New York reports Miles advancing in Puerto Rico with a four‑way plan toward San Juan. American troops press toward the capital as Spanish forces face multiple junctions, while U S officials confirm troop movements and leadership shuffles.
Manila engagement July 31 saw over 3,000 Spanish troops attack American lines between Cavite and Manila. Americans repulsed each charge, breaking the center. casualties included 11 killed and 37 wounded, with total Spanish losses feared heavy. The attack ended with Spaniards retreating into the bushes. London dispatch confirms the report from Hong Kong via the Petrarch, noting continued Spanish assault and higher reported enemy casualties.
A garbled Washington dispatch notes Spain will present its reply to American peace terms this afternoon or tomorrow. The cabinet delays delivery pending French ambassador’s careful study and interpretation.
Missouri mobilizes volunteers with 3500 enlisted as a San Antonio era era. Rebels in Guatemala threaten foreigners. Mexican frontier support. Currency reforms consider aligning island gold standard. President plans vacation, Grand Army review eyed. London wheat stores policy hints royal commission. A noble murder reported in Simferopol. Alaska gold seekers recount horror and longing to return. Palestine, Texas, tale of a woman captured and hanged.
Madrid replies to Washington expressing hope the U S government will not hand Ciba over to insurgents and will keep control of island government to protect Spanish property. Spain prefers retaining Porto Rico, and suggests a mixed Philippine commission meet in Paris.
New York dispatch from Madrid says Sagasta laughs at fears of opposition and expects a satisfactory reply from Washington. He predicts hostilities will cease before week’s end, despite serious differences in the way of striking peace.
In Washington on August 9 it is understood Camboo has arranged to meet the president and present the Spanish reply, planning a call within a few minutes.
A clipped Washington item from August notes the Spanish war gift has not yet been delivered to the administration and remains unsettled in official channels.
Washington reports the cabinet adjourned at 12:30 without official word of Spain accepting terms. Secretary Day noted the day’s proceedings and pending responses remained unresolved as of Aug. 9.
Mrs Caroline M Woodward trustee of the proposed W C T U temple says it must be built to honor Miss Frances E Willard. She cites support from generous donors and pledges to memorialize Miss Willard with a monument temple. Also notes Shafter to mark Cuban war graves with stone and return soldiers home to families.
A Manila Bay dispatch recounts July 3 fighting around Camp Dewey with General Green’s 1000 troops resisting a 3000 strong Spanish force amid a torrential typhoon. Pennsylvania units, Third Artillery, and Utah battery held trenches, repelling the attack as flashes of Mauser fire illuminated the scene. Casualties and the stubborn defense mark the engagement, with subsequent August 1 and 2 actions noted.
A devastating fire in Bismarck North Dakota last evening wiped out the central business district. Originating at the Northern Pacific depot the flames consumed the Tribune office Hare's hardware and the First National building among others. Firemen failed to halt the blaze as it spread across the block, leaving hundreds homeless and destroying drug stores groceries and multiple banks. Insurance coverage estimated to be about half the loss.
The Merritt Telegraph summarizes a Washington dispatch from Hong Kong on the Manila battle. MacArthur’s troops arrived via the Mist with no sickness or deaths reported. Casualties include several named soldiers from Pennsylvania California and Colorado units, with ships delayed by surf and fierce Spanish attacks.
A Special to The Call from Cavite dated August 6 notes three transports that sailed from San Francisco with Merritt have arrived after delays at Honolulu. The monitor Monterey has also arrived, signaling progress in the Pacific naval movements.
A World dispatch from Manila dated August 4 reports the Monterey arrived in New York on August 9. Manila is expected to fall once the monitor Monsdacock arrives, anticipated by next Thursday. Diner ships are stripping for action as tensions rise.
Kansas City live stock market receipts show cattle steady to steady with westerns lower and hog prices mixed while lambs and natives balance. Chicago grain trends point to slower markets with mixed corn oats and wheat futures. Kansas City grain notes include steady steers and softer livestock futures amid month’s end activity.
The report notes the Manila fight at the start of a general assault on the Philippine capital as delegates fill Missouri Town Springfield for the Democratic state convention. R P Bland is named temporary chairman with a strong silver platform likely and possible opposition to imperialism.
Rail and bus fares listed include routes to Indianapolis Cincinnati and Omaha for various gatherings. Round trip prices range from 0.91 to 15.80 with specific travel dates August to September and limits plus extensions. National Encampment G A R Omaha and Epworth League noted with return window details and one fare plus minor surcharges.
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