11 Jul 1898
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Newspaper
Lowell Daily Courier
Location
Lowell, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1898
Page
1
Frances Bartlett reflects in the Boston Transcript on the Spanish American War dead at Santiago. The poem honors sailors and soldiers, the ships that bore them, the flag colors, and the nation’s imperial reach from East to West, praising liberty and mercy.
The article satirically contrasts Spain's pride with successive defeats, notes ex-service members in wall tents, mentions Ann X. swaying congressmen, questions the propriety of Admiral Cervera's blue suit, and jests about a Swedish bride filling her pocket with bread en route to church while readers fear recipients would starve before the fair one could find her pocket.
A meeting at Centre church built an auxiliary to support a hospital ship with sewing and garments to be distributed after prayer service. A lawn party and entertainment on church grounds is planned to raise funds and supplies, with committees organized and a July 21 date announced.
Shafter's headquarters reports that at 11:30 this morning he informed Toral the Spanish offer to surrender with garrison allowed to leave armed was rejected. McKinley demands unconditional surrender. Toral refuses any terms but his own. Armistice ends at 3:15 and hostilities resume at 4. Eight batteries of light artillery arrive by midnight. siege guns to come tomorrow. Shafter vows deeper lines and hopes to take Santiago within days amid cabinet splits between peace and war factions seeking interim government.
Seventy five wounded remain in a Siboney hospital as reinforcements move north by transport. The First Illinois and six light batteries are ashore. Gen Shafter met front generals to discuss Gen Torel's surrender offer allowing the Spanish garrison to march out with side arms and a twenty mile start. Most generals led by Wheeler favor accepting to permit a westward march.
A detachment of 25 marines led by Lieut. Charles S. Hatch arrived in Boston from Washington. They traveled in heavy marching order for guard duty over Spanish prisoners at Portsmouth. The unit left Boston by special car on the Boston & Maine line at 9 a.m. The marines appeared well seasoned and in fine form.
Surgeon General Sternberg disclosed a hospital train carrying wounded to Fort McPherson collided rear end near High Springs Florida last night. No injuries reported though a private car was demolished. Ensign Palmer arrived from Portsmouth with Sampson reports detailing Spanish fleet engagements.
The First Texas cavalry has been ordered to the Mexican frontier as sympathizers along the border commit outrages by driving off stock and killing several Americans. The incident heightens tensions on the frontier near San Antonio on July 11.
About 20 telegraphers and electricians from Montana’s signal corps under Lieut. George H. Tilsley left Helena for Manila on urgent orders from Washington. The unit had been stationed in Helena prior to departure.
Port Said reports Admiral Camara is set to depart this morning after transferring six hundred tons of coal from a collier with a written guarantee that the entire Spanish squadron will return to Spain directly.
A July 11 cable from Shafter reports the bombardment will begin today. The prior Sunday clash was only a preliminary artillery engagement.
Six inmates escaped Hillsboro County jail in Manchester between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. They broke a trap door in the workshop with a keeper nearby, descended to the workshop below, forced a heavy door, cut a heavy chain with corn knife saws, pulled bolts from a gate, and fled the facility.
Daniel Ivers and James Wilson were captured at Derry at 7 30 by Policemen Hildreth Ioe trins and Conner. Frank W Allen and another gang member were brought in from the same area at 9 30 by Policeman Marden. Others were spotted nearby at 10 80 and the runaways appeared to be heading south.
Three of six escapees from Hillsboro county jail in South Manchester were recaptured. Leaders Henry M. Wilson and Michael Costello remain at large, both well known in Lowell area and Manchester. Wilson, linked to Walter L Main circus, captured after robbery links and held on high bond. Costello, former Nashua resident, described as crafty and 338 years old in error, with details on height build and eye color.
A crowded police court session saw many offenders charged with drunkenness. Sentences ranged from fines to jail terms and workhouse time, with several cases pending appeal or further action. Names include Carl Brett, John J. Ducey, Fred Gammel, Hannah Roach, Nellie Robinson, and others. A second session was planned for this afternoon.
The broken garbage cremator was fixed and operated today after three days of service by sending waste to farmers. Eleven aid calls were received and honored by the Soldiers' relief committee on Saturday. Hearings on streets and claims are planned tonight. The finance committee meets tomorrow to act on funds for the assessors' department. Two members helped form a special committee that probed the department, signaling a lively session.
George Herrick a 12 year old boy missing since Wednesday came home Friday evening He says he slept at a neighbor’s house after the Worthen Street M E picnic at Willow Dale then went to Hood’s farm for work He and two chums enjoyed a second night away before returning home exhausted and glad to be back.
George Charette writes to his parents that he will return home on a short furlough. Friends in the city are raising funds to present him with a sword upon his return.
Madrid on Sunday July 10 reports growing public support for peace despite cabinet discord. Observers see increasing belief that opposing the peace push risks intractable conflict, with factions wavering as public opinion shifts toward negotiation and termination of hostilities.
The Zions were defeated by St Johns at Lawrence on Saturday by 21 to 13. At Fordway Park the Mohair Plush company team beat North Billericas 46 to 28. Fay Bros. and Hosford advertise a large markdown sale of carriages and harnesses.
Rev. Wm. A. Bartlett at Kirk Street Church cites President's proclamation and biblical imagery from 1 Kings to urge nationwide thanksgiving for war mobilization. He praises unity, divine guidance, and the just cause, urging prayers for soldiers and a God-led, peaceful outcome.
A basement sale by A G Pollard and Co offers J M Washburns rubber goods kitchenware tins and agate ware at half or less than half price. Readily available in the stockroom all items from rubber goods to kitchen furnishings are priced to attract buyers.
A local clothing house promises a striking event amid wartime interest. Early shoppers are urged to bring money to Merrimack on Saturday before the stock is gone, as the coolest proceeding yet offered to a hot population.
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