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Newspaper
Lorain County Reporter
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1898
Page
2
The report surveys naval displays in New York with ships New York Brooklyn Oregon Iowa Indiana and Massachusetts in view at Grant's Tomb. It covers global topics from Lipton challenging the New York Yacht Club to the Atlantic cable milestone and a wary note on Yukon hunger.
Washington reports intense action as Admiral Sampson leads the North Atlantic squadron in Manila. Advices note American gains, casualties, and high level talks with President McKinley. Brigg's opinion on war revenues affects export packages and bids for torpedo boats.
A digest of minor items notes the Austrian emperor's reign anniversary, Dewey and Sigahee joining the New York Yacht Club, a future rapid London to Japan rail link, and Tampiany Hall debating election law. It mentions gold millions, museum staff shifts, interpreters, bicycle trends, rail observatories, hunger on El Michelas beach, printing innovations, and various war era updates in Porto Rico and Cuba.
The 24th annual meeting of the American Bankers Association opened in Denver at the Broadway theater with Governor Adams and Mayor McMurray welcoming delegates. President Hendrix praised prosperity as Secretary Ranch reported 9,985 members with combined capital of 1.01 billion dollars and deposits of 1.34 billion, totaling 4.80 billion.
Washington August 24 Admiral Dewey and Major General Merritt publicly thanked the president for congratulations on the fall of Manila. Dewey expressed pride in the commendation and noted his cabin would be published aboard the ships. Merritt conveyed sincere acknowledgment and pride in American troops and the campaign.
Waetington Aug 4 The cabinet discussed the month portnot subject and prepared instructions for Cuban and Puerto Rican military commissions. The roles include moving troops for occupation as Spanish forces withdraw handling customs revenue and maintaining peace. Commissions will receive arms and public property from Spaniards and exercise government authority until further notice by the president.
London reports the Philippine junta in the city says friction between Aguinaldo and American forces is easing and that insurgents view Admiral Dewey as a paternal American figure. They expect no trouble if the Philippines remain under American control, while other dispatches note Cuban issues and a deadly crime spree in Chariton, plus post office robbery in Newmans.
Tallavapolta Indiana hosts the biennial gathering at the statehouse ball. Supreme officers travel from Denison with a guard of honor as 75,000 spectators view the parade. Reports show 46,000 visitors in the city and 8,000 uniformed members attending.
Washington August 84 informed that the president will announce the peace commission lineup before week’s end. Likely members include Secretary Loyd Senator Day of Minnesota Senior Frye of Maine and possibly Justice White of the United States Supreme Court.
Dayton Aug 28 The Democratic state convention adjourned after a day of factional conflict between Dowling and Myers. Key nominations include Governor candidate Henry Gage and a slate for Supreme Court clerk and other posts. The platform endorses war aims and calls for expansion of certain fiscal measures while opposing foreign entanglements.
A late 19th century recall in Chicago outlines how Hood's Sarsaparilla purifies blood and strengthens nerves for nervous individuals. The piece shifts to a Civil War anecdote about Elmer Campbell, a young recruit who misapplied military drill words, was corrected by a colonel, and remained modest.
A domestic scene from a Blimber household features a discussion sparked by wartime duty. Mrs Blimber reframes fear with practical concerns about marching, forages, hospital wards, and possible death. The exchange shows tension over war talk invading daily life.
The report describes admiral parade scenes in New York as thousands celebrate the return of ships and crews. Details suggest anticipation of ships like the New Brooklyn and Texan, with emphasis on morale and wartime activity along the riverfront.
Onlookers line riverbanks as ships pass upriver amid cheers and banners. Crowds fill streets from Grant’s Tomb to heavy docks, while vessels glide by and the harbor explodes with applause for the naval review.
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