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Newspaper
Mesa Free Press
Location
Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1898
Page
2
A miscellany from Mesa Arizona touches on Evangeline Cisneros rescuer bonds, a Geographical Board spelling change in Besing’s Strait, a Pittsburg shooting of a burglar, China's weekly capital move aim, a collar button loss claim, and romance gossip about divorce and breach of promise suits plus Dewey era cocktails.
At a late Kansas marriage twelve girls whistled the wedding march. The scene hints at an unconventional element of the ceremony, suggesting there could be more costly or less pleasing airs tied to such occasions.
A brief quip notes Rhode Island's history of dual seats of government and jokes about which capital holds real power. The remark implies ongoing tension over where state government should convene.
The daughter of a deceased New York brewer complains she cannot live on $400 a month while her brother, a day laborer, lives on $40 a month. The remark underscores family financial strain and personal inequities.
A brief tribute notes that Marines at Guantanamo and other locations have consistently fulfilled their duties with bravery, reflecting strong discipline and dedication in their service.
Wars over colonial boundaries have grown rare among great powers. When serious quarrels flare and tempers rise, diplomats meet in a quiet room to negotiate a permanent compromise, proving cheaper than war.
A young lady with yellow hat trimmings draws suspicious remarks as a tradesman reports unusually slow sales of Spanish watermelon seeds. The piece suggests Americans wary of applying Spanish files to their patriotic skins despite the shortages.
A nurse recounts how the wealthy and idle fall into paresis and near insanity, often admitted to asylums at high cost. She notes many patients are called gone abroad by worried friends, illustrating the social distance and misperceptions surrounding mental decline.
The piece argues jealousy of the United States stems from economic, military, and national prejudice. It notes continental powers fear England’s sea dominance and now view the U S as less vulnerable, ready to enforce global “Hands off” policies.
A New York Evening Post correspondent reports two major shifts in China. The government backs universities in Pekin Tien-Tsin and Shanghai to teach English and Western science and history. Western books rise in demand and officials test honors with Western knowledge. Royal reception of foreigners appears increasing as the empire stirs to new life and Western power commands attention. Admiral Dewey receives LL D from Princeton and Western University of Pittsburgh.
The piece debates whether Admiral Dewey should wear an honorary Doctor of Laws title or the naval uniform alone. It argues war arouses patriotism and humane sympathy, viewing flags and public displays as a nationwide surge of public sentiment that spurs enlistment and national unity.
American policy toward Cuba attracts sharp continental criticism while Britain’s stance appears more supportive. The article notes Europe’s jealousy of Britain and highlights ongoing war developments, including Dewey’s squadron, troop movements to Santiago, and preparations for potential peace talks with Austria and Berne mentioned.
Legends held healing as a prerogative of the gods with Hygeia honored in early hospitals. While drugs were used, cure was viewed as direct divine intervention by the goddess.
A fragment notes a woman in a dry goods store reflecting that social debts are as sacred as her financial obligations, indicating a public mood or social custom observed at the time.
E D Neff will erect brick and cement facilities for Andrew McNally of Chicago on his La Mirada estate in Orange county. The 60 by 100 foot building costs 12000 dollars. Over a thousand acres of olive and lemon trees have been planted there in four years.
A broad wrap reports 1898 salmon pack projections on the Columbia River, Dewey’s thanks to San Francisco, immigration scrutiny in Hawaii, and copper mining shifts. Wreck of the Moonlight near Kawayk river. 3000 men trek the Valdes glacier seeking relief. Theft case near Elmira depot ends with a suspect named Frank Peters. Coal interests rise from Alaska to Northwest towns. Raisin pooling approved by California growers. China unrest and drought threaten Mandarins. Military updates include Scandia and Arizona troop movements and Hawaiian contingents. Wood land residents donate to Hobson’s mother. silver keepsakes issued. Alaska troop plans halted. multiple expeditions to Yukon and Circle City areas noted. Episcopalian governance questions tied to Hawaiian annexation surface in San Francisco Chronicle.
Reports say Empress Dowager has relieved the Emperor of governing power in Beijing while Li Hung Chang effectively runs the Tsung Li yamen. Paris Legion of Honor erases Emile Zola from its rolls as he hides in Switzerland to escape Esterhazy libel penalties. Spain frets Carlists may spark civil war while Don Carlos seeks a last chance at a throne. Edward E. Hardin is tapped to study Philippine finances from Cavite. Frederick Alger recalled from Santiago duty due to knee injury.
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