28 Jul 1898
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1898
Page
1
Report notes no peace overtures were offered before the arrival of the French ambassador, marking a cautious start to diplomatic contact. The article emphasizes the absence of concessions or formal offers prior to the envoy's visit.
A July Washington statement, backed by the state department and foreign embassies, asserts no Spanish peace overtures exist and rebuts criticism of U.S. conduct. It reiterates that real peace requires formal armistice talks and outlines terms under consideration for Cuba, Porto Rico, and the Philippines, including U.S. trusteeship for Cuba and a peace commission to decide the Philippine issue.
Washington reports that peace overtures have cooled military focus as cabinet members discuss Spain’s yesterday’s presentation and the terms likely to shape negotiations. A possible armistice is debated with safeguards to protect U S advantages, while friction may arise over the Philippines.
The document records Spain and the United States at war over Cuba, noting Spain’s rejection of withdrawal demands and its desire to end hostilities. Madrid asks through the French ambassador for U S terms to terminate the war, acknowledging Spain’s setbacks.
A Topeka sweet pea wedding at 10 oclock at the bride’s brother Charles T McCabe home united Miss Mary Elizabeth McCabe and Ralph E Stout editor of the Kansas City Star. Rev Blakesley performed the ring ceremony attended by relatives and friends. Afterward the couple left for Canada and the east aboard Union Pacific.
A New York dispatch reports a Hong Kong cable drum informing Dewey of Raleigh and Concord actions to gather seven Spanish coast vessels in the Philippine archipelago. Three gunboats at San Miguel Lageon Island and four at Port Royal Palawar Island are noted, with four merchant ships with tobacco at Cagayan Luzon. English traders at Butan Luzon mines face imprisonment and mistreatment by Spaniards. Shafter reports 3770 army sickness cases in Cuba prompting war department concern though earlier yellow fever fears ease hopes of a large death rate.
Washington reports Gen Brooke aboard a transport at Newport News and set to sail for Porto Rico at dawn. In Kansas Leavenworth Senator Baker urges Spain relinquishment of Cuba and Porto Rico and calls for stations in the Philippines, Carolines and Canaries. A powder mill explosion at Troy, Pa., kills the local bank teller.
A name may be adopted for the American Spanish fleet clash off Santiago. Lieut Whittlesey proposes "the battle of July 3" linking to historic day naming practice. Other items note Port Arthur route rumors, a deadly freight train accident, Lamar senate convention, cattle disease, Hawaiian National Guard, and Japan's Philippines stance.
Washington reports no word from General Miles as Capt Higginson praises navy driver Dick Wainwright of the Gloucester. Miles plans shift to Guanica field near Puerto Rico, with Schwan Brooke and Wilson converging for a joint operation toward San Juan. a general engagement is not expected before late next week.
News from Key West reports the Wanderer attempted to land a large Cuban expedition at Hanes coast west of Havana but faced 1000 Spanish cavalry and sharpshooters. Several crew were wounded as the boat withdrew, while a Vicksburg gunboat shelling ranged within reach.
Secretary of State Day conferred briefly with the president about Spain's peace request. The administration plans to issue its reply by Friday or Saturday and will keep details from public view. No other cabinet discussions occurred today, suggesting a formal administration response is outlined and awaiting cabinet agreement.
Madrid July 28 dispatch says American forces under Miles hold the same positions at Porto Guand a after landing. Warships and transports are reported cruising off the island.
Madrid reports that Spanish papers acknowledge Heainiey’s demands as fair while recognizing no indemnity and restoration of sovereignty over the Philippine Islands. They accept the peace terms attributed to McKinley but protest continued hostilities after Spain sued for peace.
Military movements report troops from Rossville to Newport News and plans for Charleston and Jacksonville. Also notes British inquiry exonerates Cromartyshire crew after Bourgogne collision and land reserves restored to public domain. Includes Mare Nostrum dispatches and weather and agricultural notes.
A Detroit Free Press item describes Willie Evergreen finally embracing work by riding a tandem to impress a date. He recounts the ride on Woodward Avenue, the saddle issue, and the woman’s remark that she enjoyed the trip despite the awkward handling. The tale ends with the livery bill and a quip about never using a tandem again.
Market activity shows higher wheat and corn futures with steady oats and cornmeals. Livestock receipts rise as hogs, cattle, and sheep markets post mixed to firm prices, while Chicago markets reflect similar trends in grains and cattle.
Historical fare list shows one way and round trip prices for multiple destinations including Oklahoma and Indian Territory with July through Aug dates. Various lodges and accounts note round trips from 11.55 to 17.02 and extensions to late September or October for G A R and National Encampment affiliations.
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