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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1898
Page
5
Special dispatch from Washington cites confusion over peace talks as U S ships bombard Cadiz and nearby forts. Report mentions Texas Marblehead Suwanee involved in action while Cadiz and Cadiz area described as damaged amid expeditionary moves.
Fragmentary OCR describes a strange scene with a Vesuvius and phages causing earth creatures to appear. It mentions Heetas and Hebsen in unclear exchanges and a night mission to place a drote. The text is incoherent, lacking identifiable event dates or clear entities.
Fragmentary notes reference Morro Castle and possible destruction plans. The text mentions channel mines and a person named Morro Castle, but details are obscured and interpretation is uncertain.
The Nichteroy or Brazilian dynamite cruiser arrived in New York and will lead to construction of an armored vessel of the Vesuvius type. Navy officials cite vulnerabilities of the Vesuvius while praising its recent work.
Kingston dispatch says fighting is expected to intensify at Guantanamo. Spanish sources claim Gen. Shafter’s troops still hold the shore as the cruiser New Orleans shells a newly erected Spanish battery east of Santiago where a landing may occur.
Washington dispatch reports the initial Dewey relief expedition should arrive in Manila by Saturday at the latest. The vessels were ahead of schedule when last reported.
Topeka Kansas June 16 reports indicate a fusion plan among Free Silver Democrats Populists and Free Silver Republicans for the coming state election. Three state conventions are in session at Topeka with conference committees formed to coordinate platforms. The Populists faced a bitter internal clash over state issues and failed to agree on their platform.
Fragmentary report notes the British cruiser Talbot in uncertain condition after a port visit as rumors spread of a possible pursuit by British sargeets. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Fragmentary text shows a debate on Germany's stance toward the Philippines as a global issue. The passage references general beliefs about German strategy and potential stations, with scattered phrases suggesting wartime or diplomatic context.
A report notes Spanish deserters joining allied forces amid unrest in the western theater. The Curwen investigation tracks 16 suspected defectors and their possible routes to safety. Observers describe a tense environment as revulsions ripple through regional units.
The Astor Battery proposes a naval artillery display for the Paris Exposition. The article notes speculative plans and suggests wartime efforts may influence the exhibit.
About 100 employees of a sash and door factory walked out this morning demanding higher pay. The strike halted production as workers picketed the plant and officials sought a prompt settlement.
Special Count Cassini arrives in New York as ambassador to the United States amid World War I era tensions, signaling a notable diplomatic exchange during the crisis.
John Todd and another man identified as Vreo Valles were involved in a dispute near the embassy. The pair appeared in district court where Todd was remanded on the charges pending further proceedings.
A blaze last night destroyed the Conch Lace Company facility in Bridgeport Coon. Losses are reported around 375000 with extensive damage to the plant and inventory. Local fire crews extinguished the flames and ongoing investigations assess the cause and insurance claims.
Emil Zola's appeal against the competency of the assizes court at Versailles has been rejected on the grounds that the court is properly constituted. The decision upholds the procedural validity of the Versailles proceeding.
Caleb G Gaines a Black man was taken from the jail in Glasgow Kentucky at 1 am and hanged from a tree. He allegedly assaulted a one year old girl on Tuesday prior to the incident.
A collision occurred this morning as an Alansas City passenger train collided with a freight train at Thornton eight miles east. Officials declare that no one was fatally injured.
Report notes adjournment until morning with hopes to settle differences. The Free Silver Republicans request fusion and ask for no other concessions.
Boston on June 16 held a large gathering at Faneuil Hall to protest imperialism and oppose a war framed as humanity’s duty to free Cuba. Notables including Edward Atkinson Edward Everett Hale Henry W Lamb and John Ritchie attended as speakers. Resolutions condemned any war of conquest despite the aim of ending Cuba’s unhappy situation.
San Francisco June 16 report on Marines and Cuban fighters driving Spaniards from a fortification near Guantanamo. 18 Spanish prisoners taken, 60 Moros captured, 200 pounds of ammunition seized. Casualties include several wounded and a small number killed as Americans advance.
New Orleans cruiser opened fire from about 2000 yards on El Morro batteries near Havana after orders from Rear Admiral Sampson. Vesuvius then bombarded the batteries with dynamite charges, causing earth and smoke scour, while the fleet records the first test of a dynamite cruiser with high interest.
Washington newsroom reports that American marines defending Crest Hill were found safe and were reinforced by 1600 Cuban troops under Garcia, adding relief after days of heavy combat. The update marks a pivotal boost for U S forces in the Crest Hill engagement.
A dispatch from Captain General Augusti in Manila reports a critical situation with enemy forces surrounding the town. Lines are drawn tighter, trenches reinforce positions, and communications remain cut as white suburbs seek shelter within the fortified area ready to aid in defense.
In Minneapolis on June 16 the state conventions of the Democrats, People's party and Silver Republicans met and achieved a fusion. John Lind was nominated for governor by all three groups, while the Populists walked out in protest.
The Illinois Republican state convention in Springfield named Floyd Whittemore for treasurer Alfred Bayliss for superintendent of public instruction F. L. Hatch and A. F. Nightingale as University of Illinois trustees plus a slate of twenty two delegates at large led by N. Jamieson and Charles Deneen The platform praises Governor Tanner labor protections and postal savings banks while urging stronger naval strength and support for veterans commissions.
The convention adopts a platform endorsing McKinley and the war with Spain. A disputed Allen street railway law was resolved by a compromise resolution: Republicans will correct any injurious legislation to protect the people. The body asserts the United States should hold all possessions it has conquered from Spain.
Springfield Illinois June 15 the Illinois Republican League held its biennial contention in representatives hall with about five hundred delegates in attendance Senator Isaac Miller Hamilton of Clasnia Park was elected president for the ensuing year and William Barret Ridawelp of Springfield secretary Ninets nix detertates to the Omaha convention were sent Resolution endorses President McKinley and his war conduct and the administration of Governor Tunner.
Chicago June 15 Arrangements completed transferring the loan cash wheat from the Leiter deal to Armour & Co. Banks to act as agents for pool banks. Operations cut Leiter holdings with losses estimated under $1,000,000 though optimism remains about eventual settlements and liquidations.
Armour gains control of grain once owned by Joseph Letter as bankers pool loans and assign disposal to Philip Armour. Alcinder Gieddes to handle grain destined for Great Britain while Upland Trust acts trustee for cargoes to Continental Europe. M Pruster named agent for handling the wheat amid ongoing legal attachments in Chicago.
The state board of arbitration decides the 40 cent a ton scale set by sub-districts is accepted by most operators. About a dozen mines with roughly 1400 workers refused the rate. The board refuses to intervene unless the agreement is abandoned by mutual consent.
Detroit will receive Company C of the Detroit guardsmen. The upper peninsula gets a company from smaller towns. Petoskey, Pontiac with Livingston, and the southwestern corner including the Thumb counties will be represented in the new regiment.
Madrid correspondent for The Standard reports Spain remains committed to the fight. Spaniards are convinced the American forces cannot quickly conquer Cuban and Puerto Rican garrisons and fear possible international consequences at Manila.
The Hawaii annexation resolution passed the house by 209 to 41 after a days long debate. Republicans largely backed the measure while Democrats were divided. a five member commission including two Hawaiians would advise on governing the islands. The record also notes remarks on morality and opposition amid wartime context.
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