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Newspaper
Mesa Free Press
Location
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1898
Page
2
A line of counsel in a historical column warns about venturing with uncertain outcomes. The saying compares naval ventures to a gamble with possible returns or losses, urging prudence in resource and risk management.
Ampeon praised as a fine tennis player while Dewey shows strong interest in wreck creation. The city schools begin swimming instruction, and pupils are deeply engaged in the subject.
Germany's emperor betrays uncertainty as he considers whether to signal America with a gesture or pursue direct dialogue, reflecting delicate wartime diplomacy and shifting angles in the international crisis.
A writer jokes that first class pantomime presses cost $15,000 for little effect. The sardine boycott sparks protest from those favoring gentler handling of seafood. A contemporary reports a man’s fatal accident on a railroad track with his head severed, noting immediate death.
London cablegram reports Mrs Langtry has her eye on a number of American thoroughbreds and urges Chauncey Depew to return home at once before it is too late.
An Eastern magazine extols a ram's duty in battle while likening a giant discovery to Newton's law of gravity and a bird caught by salt on its tail, creating a whimsical, surreal juxtaposition.
Mr. Depew tells a patriotic society that the war’s outcome is the union of the Anglo-Saxon race, standing for peace humanity civilization and brotherhood, asserting unity as the lasting result.
A medical journal announces an upcoming article on the yellow fever bacillus and hopes the pernicious microbe will be cultured to the point of refusing to associate with Americans.
The Baltimore American notes Australian Miss Hastie will explore the Solomon Islands, home of the fiercest cannibals known. It observes that until now only a few men have ventured inland and fed there, and it hopes she does not meet the same fate.
Gladstone and General Grant, both fading in pain, inspire reflections on lasting sympathy between former foes. The article frames their mutual forgiveness as a defining trait arising from patient endurance and reconciled enmity.
Dr Nanen addressed the Russian Geographical Society on Arctic adventures speaking English. He admitted knowing no Russian or German and being unable to use French easily, yet the audience had no trouble understanding English.
The passage argues that within a few years the navy will rank behind England and the merchant service will rise correspondingly. It asserts safety and dignity for trading ships from naval presence, attracting capital to shipyards and ships, and predicts foreign governments will follow Russia in building warships domestically. The view is presented as well supported by facts.
The author argues that despite Washington policy shifts, long standing treaties endure and reflect genuine continuity. He notes fewer U S government changes than Britain yet highlights enduring alignment in policy, race, blood, spirit, and ambition as signs of ongoing unity between the nations.
A London dispatch reports the Chinese Foreign Office designates Sin gat fu in Shen-si as the new capital replacing Pekin. The city lies at the Wei-ho and King-ho junction, a major northern trade hub with a large arsenal and strong fortifications, serving as a principal northern military depot.
The article argues the motive for moves by the Tsung-li-Yamen is greater security. It notes Pekin has seen English captures twice and French capture once, and suggests Japan would have seized it in the recent war if Russia had not intervened.
The article credits American marksmanship for victory in war actions. It notes that U S ships burned more powder in experimental practice than navies of England Germany and Spain combined. It contrasts Dewey and Montejo and praises Sampson's fleet after the Santiago bombardment.
A historical discussion argues war’s taste fades after conflict and urges preparation through a strong navy coast defenses and disciplined armed forces. Latest reports cover Madrid censorship troop movements in Santiago de Cuba and the shifting plans for Puerto Rico the Philippines and potential coaling stations in the Pacific.
Colonel Berry of the Seventh regiment is named president of a general court martial at Camp Merritt. Pacific Coast Steamslip Co. plans a regular passenger line to Manila. Lakme with 100 passengers and $260,000 in gold dust arrives in Seattle. Skaguay remains under martial law with saloons closed.
A speculative note counts more than 400 diamonds recovered from Babylon ruins. Most stones are uncut or polished on one or two sides, with a curious aside about poultry roosters in the scene. The text blends artifact notes with a curious, tongue in cheek line.
The Azusa Covina Glendora Citrus Fruit Association ships lemons in straw to Chicago using six pounds of straw per hundred pounds of fruit. The new method is reported as quite satisfactory and improves preservation during transit.
The army under Shafter will receive about 750000 dollars for June operations. Payment will be in bright new coins from half dollars to copper cents, aimed at cheering soldiers and phasing out Spanish coins by refusing them in change from shops.
Dan Creedon of Australia and Jack Bonner of Summit Hill Pa have signed articles to meet in a twenty five round bout before the Greater New York Athletic Club at Coney Island. The note also mentions rapid measures to make Santiago de Cuba self supporting with a customs establishment.
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