26 Aug 1898
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Newspaper
Macgregor Herald
Location
Macgregor, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Aug 26, 1898
Page
1
The dispatch describes reception plans at Quebec with figures of officials and a Washington treaty context, notes on arrangements for a United States commissioner and British and Geneva participants, and mentions a pending preliminary acquiition for States delegates. It also reports a military advance in the Sudan expedition with Khartoum nearby and camps at Wad Hamid, plus cautions on climate and disease risks.
United States and Spanish commissioners report the capitulation of Manila Manila surrenders to the American forces under General Merritt Don Permito Gene acting general in chief of the Spanish army in the Philippines agree on the terms The city and its defences will be handed to American control with Spanish troops leaving under guard and property preserved Public property is to be turned over within ten days Soldiers and officers retain ranks and private property is protected Repatriation questions for Spanish officers and soldiers are to be referred to the U S government Manila families may return when convenient The treaty details and financial arrangements are to be settled under U S authority The city and its churches schools and religious establishments are safeguarded by U S arms and authority
Hong Kong Daily Mail reports capitulation terms with General Jaur Jenes and General Merritt signing to cede the Philippine archipelago to the United States. A U S naval officer says troops entered Manila with Spaniards holding rations and trenches. Merritt lands ashore amid confusion.
London August 20 The Times publishes a July 28 letter from Cuba arguing popular support for annexation to the United States and warning that independence would empower rebel factions. It notes possible U S military moves after annexation and predicts suppression of rebellion, with Spain’s stance uncertain. Washington reports a Guatemalan uprising leader Morales killed, marking a collapse of that revolt.
The Quebec Conference is seen as a potential turning point toward better Anglo American understanding. Reports say the gathering in the old French capital could trigger broader collaboration and ease longstanding tensions, while observers note the meeting may stir a renewed push for Dominion solidarity amid imperial shifts.
Washington Aug reports from M Thietaut secretary of reach embasy reveal Spain notified the United States of its military commissioners for Cuba and Porto Rico under the peace protocol. Spain named Major General Sir Yarra and Rear Admiral Pantor Las Foy Mamauls Montero for Cuba and Porto Rico appointments include Mayon General Ort.
At Staroa Maine a fatal and injurious collision disrupted service on the Providence Boston New York lines. Reports say thirty to forty injured with many transported to Sharon and local undertakers dispatched. Emergency crews and hospital supplies were sent as crowds gathered near the scene.
The Aug 2 issue recalls a Manitoba harvest struggle and a fatal fire in Hot a, with overseas reports from Manila about U S troop losses. It notes estate values in Pismarck, Spanish property remarks, and a rail accident. Ex-Premier Torner commentaries and imperial talks between Britain and Canada frame the political scene.
The report details Hume being sworn in as provincial secretary in the Liberal government, with intention to fill a fifth portfolio later. It notes cabinet delays, possible legislature actions, and mentions appointments to various offices and ongoing political maneuvering amid broader world dispatches.
Ottawa reports a vast balance of trade between Canada and the United States. The total trade value, incl. imports exports coin and bullion, nears 204,257,000 with a sizable estimated export shortfall to the U.S. and a strong British and US demand in agricultural products and animals.
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