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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1898
Page
8
The item notes Montijo’s fear and a resignation by Emmett the oil inspector amid populist tensions. It cites criticism from the Republican press and lists three reasons offered for Emmett’s action. Myrea of Aberdeen is named as successor to Mr. Dowdell.
The first regiment of the South Dakota National Guard consists of infantry in three battalions and twelve companies with one artillery battery at Clark to be reorganized as infantry. Colonel A. S. Frost leads the regiment with Lt. Col. C. L. G. Fuller as second in command. officers include Adjutant F. A. Countryman and Chaplain Rev. C. M. Dailey. Several captaincies listed from Pierre to Rapid City.
Key West reports April 30 at 9 30 am a Spanish steamer Panama captured recently carried a large quantity of firearms found aboard. The American squadron was sighted off Bolina north of Manila Hong Kong also noted. Queen Regent vows war prosecution to the bitter end. A few shots fired at fortifications at Cabana.
Spanish transports and torpedo boats left Cape Verde at 8 45 this morning. British consul at Santiago de Cuba has cabled for a British warship.
Washington reports a new Manilla capture by insurgents. A German cruiser is ordered to Manilla to protect German interests. Dolphin sinks the schooner Lolle near Havanna. New York fires several shots at fortifications at Cabanas.
Washington May 2 4 15 p m President McKinley reports that the governor general of the Philippine Islands has shown a flag of truce interpreted as Manila surrender The administration also hints that the Philippine Islands may be held for indemnity by high authority in Washington
United States fleet now blockades Manila as the population flees. Secretary Long had not received a line from the Asiatic squadron by 9:15 a.m. It would take the ship McCulloch three days to reach Hong Kong. Early authentic news reportedly came from the British foreign office.
May 2 report notes Manila bombardment anticipated today as martial law is proclaimed in Madrid spreading global tension between major powers and occupied territories.
Washington wires report great excitement on the New York stock market with heavy buying and prices advancing rapidly as of May 2 at 11 7 a m.
Washington reports Admiral Dewey demands the surrender of Manila. The American fleet stands ready to bombard Manila if terms are not met.
Governor General refuses to accede to demands. McKinley will press the war onward with an imminent advance on Cuba. aims for a quick conclusion and decisive action.
The Man ila garrison refused Admiral Dewey's demand to surrender. With the threat of bombardment in effect the bombardment of Singapore city is believed to be underway.
London on May 2 hailed the Manila victory as the greatest since Trafalgar and the most glorious ever won by American arms, reflecting bold patriotic praise.
In 1241 Hong Kong by Cable reports bombardment of Manila has begun. Inhabitants flee to the countryside while cable operators race for their lives amid chaos and danger.
Madrid reports serious mob demonstrations prompting a state of siege. Soldiers patrol streets as authorities seek to restore order.
A mob assaults the British consul in a tense incident as a Spaniard is reported killed. The Spanish squadron has set sail and plans to strike, signaling a brewing clash in the region.
Washington reports preparations indicate an imminent invasion of Cuba. An army of thirty thousand is planned, with Grigsby's regiment to include five troops from South Dakota.
In Minneapolis on May 4, reports warn the Spanish situation growing more critical. Martial law declared in Cajon and Valencia province, with Talavera cabinet resignation imminent. Spanish spies found in Key West. martial law expected within two days.
A report says the revenue cutter McCullough, en route from Manila, was sighted at Mirs Bay about forty miles out. The sighting occurred at 2 35 p m and is being relayed as part of ongoing maritime updates. The crew's status and voyage details were not specified in the message.
Key West reports at 3 54 p m on May 4 that the Oregon and Marietta sail from Rio de Janeiro with uncertain whereabouts of Spanish and Sampson fleets. No official statements issued. The theory favors Sampson's siege of Porto Rico with the Oregon possibly joining.
Washington reports the cabinet will send Admiral Dewey five thousand troops if needed and orders supplies to move forward immediately in response to the call for reinforcement.
At Key West on May 3 at 5 45 p m two Spanish gunboats attacked the American vessels Hornet and Marblehead off Cienfuegos. The attackers retreated disabled and are believed sunk.
Tests show the cable was cut fifty miles from Manila and repairs may take several days. The incident affects communications as crews work to restore the link.
Madrid reports the bombardment has started before the telegraph cut. Insurgents guard Bayamo as supplies continue to arrive from the countryside. Colonial office confirms the development at 10 43 a m local time on May 3.
Key West reports May 3 1045 details insurgents taking control of Santiago De Cuba after Spaniards evacuated Bayamo and nearby towns. The strategic town now lies in insurgent hands as operations continue in the region.
Washington May 3 11 32 am Admiral Dewey will be appointed acting admiral and later rear admiral in a notice from the Navy department.
Madrid reports the Queen Regent will press the war to its end and send large naval forces to America, signaling intensified allied naval involvement.
Washington on May 4 reports that a Cuban invasion would be pushed if the Spanish fleet returns to Cadiz. The terse dispatch suggests renewed hostilities and possible U.S. military actions in the Cuban theater pending Spanish naval movements.
Key West reports on May 4 that an Italian cruiser landed ammunition at Havana. The dispatch notes the port activity and confirms the supply movement without detailing quantities or seals.
Key West reports on May 4 that the Spanish throne teeters with Madrid news suppressed. Campos and Moret, colonial ministers, are reported assassinated. Martial law declared in Valencia.
London May 5 9 1 a m Eastern Telegraph reports that no message was received by President McKinley or anyone else from Admiral Dewey, settling the circulating fake news.
May 4 at 9 45 a m a mob attacks the British consul at Santiago de Cuba. He kills a Spaniard and is jailed. Three British cruisers proceed to the scene.
Key West on May 4 reports Captain Sampson's fleet has sailed. An important engagement is anticipated soon as the armada departs.
London reports the assassination of Spanish minister Meied on May 4. Details remain sparse as authorities verify the claim.
Madrid reports a cabinet crisis is postponed for a few hours as a censure vote on the minister of marine is prepared for the cortes. The push signals ongoing political turmoil and potential changes in the ministry.
President McKinley nominates as major generals Lee of Virginia Wheeler of Alabama Wilson of Delaware Sewall of New Jersey.
Key West reports Castine capturing a Mariet schooner and a big Spanish steamer Argonaut carrying Spanish officers and important mail for Blanco. Chickamauga and Washington chosen as volunteer army concentration points.
Hong Kong dispatch reports no Manila news as of May 3 at 2 19 p m noting the cable remains useless and failing to relay messages. The brief item emphasizes ongoing telecommunication delays affecting reach to Manila.
Lisbon May 4 report says the Cape Verde squadron is bound for Cadiz to join the fleet and make a decent attack on the American coast.
Two additional submarine mines from harbor were found adrift along the Jersey coast near New York on May 4. Spanish spies are charged with carrying out the operation in this latest incident.
Hong Kong dispatch indicates ships cannot enter this port under neutrality laws. Messages suggest arrivals unlikely before midnight and that ships may dispatch by late night.
Key West on May 5 reports Captain Sampson's destination listed as Porto Rico. Senator Burrows urges immediate control, saying we ought to have Porto Rico tomorrow.
Washington reports Minnesota North and South Dakota troops will mobilize at Chickamauga with orders likely to move next week.
Washington reports administration agents say the insurgent army is too widely scattered to cooperate and that the invading force must be much larger than expected.
Key West reports sixteen Spaniards killed and sixty wounded in the clash with the Leyden expedition. Details remain limited as the action unfolds and ships engage near the coast.
Madrid reports martial law in Carthagena as Autonomist Congress convenes. In Havana the First Cuban Autonomist Congress opened on May 5 indicating rising regional governance activity.
Minneapolis May 5 four Spanish warships reported at Cabrados which may explain Sampson's departure.
Kingston reports an anti Spanish uprising in Porto Rico with ongoing revolutionary activity. The dispatch notes a revolution underway as local forces clash and seek independence against colonial rule.
The Leyden has affected communications with Cuban insurgents as savage incidents spread throughout Spain.
Madrid reports continued serious riots across Spain with a doomed dynasty outlook. In Key West a dispatch boat Leyden returns from Cuba stating scouts aboard and communication with insurgents achieved. An engagement is reported where American and Cuban flags flew together for the first time.
Eight thousand miners are reported rioting in Murcia and across Spain. Looting and gunfire are reported as protests flare on May 5 with nationwide unrest including Madrid.
Washington May 5 Commodore Schley’s squadron will sail south today. It seems certain Porto Rico will be taken.
Washington dispatch reports Spaniards have evacuated all towns in eastern Cuba and concentrated at Manzanillo. Charles Threll escaped Havana and provided Captain Sampson with important fortifications information. Havana faces near famine with beef at two dollars.
Aberdeen News reports Henry Noble narrowly avoided a wreck when a new tie blocked the track near Alpena on his down trip. George Corn, named by the alleged train wrecker, was arrested at Huron and bound over for circuit court. Corn admitted placing the tie to test the engine’s response.
A Cleveland Plain Dealer quote contrasts “aimless” society women with a nimble lady who can throw a teacup or rolling pin with precision, challenging gender stereotypes in polite society.
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