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Newspaper
Lorain County Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1898
Page
2
A patchwork of early 20th century observations. It notes debates on maps and world views, a bankruptcy law delay to October, the Merrimac expedition, Hobson’s chores, U.S. wealth estimates, and Spanish prisoners. It includes Spain versus Britain, a New York City profanity ban, and naval skirmish anecdotes with candid, wry asides.
United States forces clash with Spanish and Cuban insurgents as Admiral Dewey reports possible battles in the Philippines while Spain evacuates towns. Puerto Rico advances, trains move, and peace terms are echoed in Madrid. Debts, crops, and weather loom as fires, accidents, and political contests fill the scene.
A compilation of brief notices: Episcopal bishop J D Winetend dies in Benicia, Albert Bowker named president of the United States League of Laws, Sylvester Scovel reports on battles from Cuba, Li Lap Yrouk proclaims a new dynasty in Kwanges province, Cheyenne hosts the seventh annual National Revivation Congress in September, Sun Vrone merchants approve Philippine wand policy, Lakmeine North Fork sails from San Francisco with 740 New York volunteers, German envoy permits visits to US hospitals, 500 American trolleys ordered for Paris system, Miss Warrior Benton earns top pharm award, Dr Terwagne leads French scientists toward Dawson City, and cipher policy restricts telegrams to Spanish or English.
A London comparch notes Mr George N Cinker becomes examiner secretary for the British foreign office, and reports on a quarrel over will contests, shipping delays, and naval readiness. It cites a 100000 dollar sum, a damaged record at a Washington meet, and a voyage by the steamer Alexander Me Dongath. Also mentioned are a gift to the University of Chicago for teacher education, an explosion at Philadelphia area works, and army command updates.
News from Berlin reports the death of Otto von Bismarck, aged and ailing prince, at Friedrichsruhe after months of protracted illness. The nation mourns as officials describe his long service uniting Germany, with details of his final hours and the outpouring of sorrow from leaders, the public, and foreign observers.
A fragmented notice traces the birth of Otto Leopold von Blamarck at Behoenhausen in Magdeburg on April 1, 188, his placement in a Berlin boarding school at age six, and early education in the capital. The text is garbled and ends abruptly.
Dispatches describe United States forces in Puerto Rico advancing under General Miles with Allied troops. Reports note surrendering volunteers, movement toward Ponce and San Juan, arrivals of troops under Grooke and Wilson, and local celebrations. Weather near Nebraska and fires in Bacanaba are also mentioned along with July heat and a fatal pyrotechnics accident.
Dispatch from Washington reports American forces advancing toward San Juan Puerto Rico with Sixteenth Pennsylvania units near Juan Dan ten miles from Porue on route to Bulduan. Communication notes Spanish opposition, withdrawal of troops, and a misgiving about intercepting reinforcements to protect the Santiago harbor.
In Detroit on Monday the mayors convention opened with 20 delegates, Gov Pingree and Mayor Maybury delivering welcomes. President John MacVine of Des Moines spoke, then Gov Pingree called the gathering the most important for municipal affairs, as about 5% of municipalities sent representatives. A keynote by Tamen A Lavery advocated labor rights and criticized favoritism toward public officeholders.
President MekKintey plans an end run around Congress to push major reforms. White House aides say the executive bid aims to salvage stalled agendas, while lawmakers warn of constitutional limits on unilateral action.
Reports detail eight generals slated for the Porto Rican campaign. Soldiers endure hard conditions, commend discipline, and push toward transportation and supply challenges. Observers note high morale despite scarce food, sickness fears, and the strain of long marches. The piece covers broader war-time logistics and congressional debates on remaining forces.
Madrid dispatches report Spain accepts American peace principles with conditions to be settled by a joint committee. Talks to cease hostilities and a peace delegation to confer with U S representatives. Madrid signals possible acceptance with amendments, while Washington expects formal reply and rapid settlement before September.
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