Spain Accept Peace Talks Still Uncertain
Washington reports indicate Spain and the United States edged toward a preliminary peace basis with Cambon presenting Spain's plenipotentiary credentials. Terms would cede Cuba Porto Rico and adjacent islands, and place the Philippines under U S. possession or joint review. Public optimism cooled as no definite concession appeared for immediate peace, Spain expected to reply with cautious terms, while McKinley administration remained hopeful yet prudent.
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Manila War Talks Ahead of Expected Siege
Gen Merritt and Admiral Dewey held a long conference in Cavite to plan Manila capture. Dewey prefers waiting for Merritt's arrival to minimize losses, while Aguinaldo and insurgent leadership shape a defiant stance. Officials report Madrid demand for unconditional surrender, Augusti cites weak ammunitions and heavy garrison losses. Aguinaldo's bold moves prompt cabinet caution as Manila exchange blends strategy and danger. Filipino natives show no anti American sentiment and favor peaceful annexation under U S rule.
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Extra session urged as US plans garrison duties in newly acquired lands
Washington expects peace with Spain may trigger an extra Congress session. The war department forecasts a need for 100000 volunteers to garrison Cuba Porto Rico and the Philippines with new legislation to place troops under presidential control. Officials project 40000 in Luzon 40000 in Porto Rico and 50000 to 75000 in Cuba during reconstruction. The army may rise above 100000. transfers to the regular service could follow for top performers. A mass parade of 24000 troops from Camp Alger is planned for August 13 in Washington.
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Reconstruction gains in Porto Rico as war moves on
Reports from Ponce and San Juan describe rapid decline of Spanish rule in Porto Rico, with American troops advancing and local officials establishing American post offices. Consul Hanna notes money premium troubles as prices rise, rice shortages persist, and cattle supply remains ample for the march inland. A cruiser seizure at Gibara signals further U S control, while political news from Portland covers Reed’s renomination and a fatal tank collapse in Dallas.
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Sanitary report from Shafter on July illnesses
Washington telegraphs General Shafter reporting July totals for Sanitary condition. Total sick 4,164 and fever cases 5,212 with 600 new fever cases and 792 fever cases returned to duty. This update reflects health status at the July period.
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Terms of Peace Near with Spain Dictated by US
Washington reports officials believe peace imminent though no direct word from Spain has arrived. The United States outlines terms: Cuba sovereignty relinquished, immediate evacuation of Puerto Rico and other islands, Spanish cession of Manila harbor to U S pending treaty, with commissioners to negotiate. McKinley expects a decision within 48 hours, optimism based on circumstantial evidence.
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