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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1898
Page
2
Nassau County is created taking 352 square miles from Queens and becoming the 61st county in New York. A snake bite cure is announced though public education on abandoning the old remedy is expected to be slow. General Blanco predicts a bright future for Spain but omits the place of concealment, assumed to be in nonadvertising stores.
Seven troupes of mandolin and guitar players known as Spanish students were touring when war talk began. They have all reinvented themselves as Italians and Mexicans for professional work.
Madrid editors who warned of a southern revolution note a Generals Gent descendant serving on General Lee’s staff and a Jefferson Davis grandnephew bearing the U S colors for a Kentucky regiment, signaling shifting loyalties.
Chemists from the Glucose Sugar Refining Company in Chicago announce a discovered method to vulcanize corn oil into rubber material. They assert the technique could transform the rubber trade and give them control over major bicycle tire production.
Reports from abroad claim documents found in a Venice convent prove a black Othello wed a white Desdemona, and that he did not kill her as once said she survived him and died in her bed years later.
John Bassett Moore, a Columbia University professor of international law and diplomacy, is appointed assistant secretary of state. He is a recognized authority who brings extensive experience from three administrations and active state department work.
The Toronto Globe voices strong support for the United States using force to halt bloodshed and barbarity, insisting the measure is righteous after all other methods have failed. The piece frames the U S move as justified across language and flags.
In Danbury Connecticut eighty young hat women quit work and propose to replace local militiamen in combat if the troops surrender their uniforms. The note suggests the governor should accept this bold offer to ensure full state representation.
A Chicago paper claims the Spanish flotilla sailed from St Vincent toward Cuba, while noting St Vincent lies near Cape Verde islands south of Havana. The misstatement underscored how geography lessons still matter even in primary schools.
Four London districts will get new “wet-water lamp posts” familiar to Liverpool. A gallon of boiled water will be available day and night for a half penny, via a penny-in-the-slot system. A mug of tea coffee or cocoa can be added for one penny, using a metal mug.
John Sherman is expected to resign as secretary of state and enter honorable retirement. A prominent figure since his 1848 Whig National Convention delegation, where he helped nominate Gen. Taylor, Sherman served as secretary of that convention with Schuyler Colfax as his assistant. He has remained active in public life since.
Chamberlain reports both governments are weighing a reference on the Alaska boundary dispute. The piece notes potential quick settlement, warns of friction with Britain, and outlines U S war costs up to the Spanish War era including figures for Revolutionary, War of 1812, Mexican, Indian wars, and the Civil War with total lives and money lost.
The article reports 33 climbers died in 1897 with about half those solo without guide or companion. Only one climber, Jost, had a guide. Causes include avalanches 8, stone falls 2, slipping on snow 2, grass 3, rock 15, crevasses 3. Nationalities: 12 Swiss, 8 Austrians, 6 Germans, 3 French, 1 English.
A summary of recent federal actions from Washington and across the states. The senate debated post office funding with amendments cutting daily city deliveries to four and removing rural free delivery funding. Congress passed arms aid for Cuban insurgents and Alaska land and labor arbitration measures. The senate also considered a 20 percent mail transport cut and approved more army surgeons and contract surgeons. The house was adjourned to the 9th and not in session on the noted day.
The president orders a seven corps army plan and thanks Admiral Dewey for triumphs. Secretaries transmit the cable praising officers and men and appointing Dewey acting admiral. Stewart Woodford arrives in Washington as minister to Spain. Helen Gould’s $100,000 gift to war causes is accepted by McKinley.
The Vermont legislature passed a resolution endorsing the president and another hailing Admiral Dewey's victory. Across the United States 240 business failures occurred in the week ending the 6th, up from 202 last week. Leading clearing houses totaled 1.176 billion, up from 1.093 billion. 1897 comparisons show a 5 percent rise. In Watertown New York I N Martin and his wife were killed by coal gas.
Obituary reports the death of Thomas Lynch of Antigo Wisconsin a former Ninth district congressman. Battleships sail toward Puerto Rico as Admiral Sampson prepares actions against Spanish forces amid floods tornadoes and violence across multiple states. Political notes include nominations in Illinois Ohio Kansas and Missouri and primaries in Arkansas. Wheat hits 1.50 a bushel on Chicago board while fires devastate Duluth and casualties occur in New Orleans and other towns. Addison dies at 91 veteran railroad man. Dewey seeks Philippine control and 50000 volunteers gather at Chickamauga.
A broad riot in Rome leaves over 30 dead while the French liner La Fayette is captured near Havana but released to Key West on Washington orders. Spanish provincial cities report ongoing mob destruction of property.
Advices from Song-Kong and Manila declare the American fleet decisively defeated the Spanish at Manila with all ships unharmed and minimal injuries. Spanish losses exceed 700 dead and wounded, while the U S crew suffered few injuries. Dewey commands Manila Cavite as Madrid contemplates campaign push.
Congress authorized a seventh rear admiralship to allow President to nominate Commodore Dewey to the high post and passed a resolution of thanks to Dewey and his men for Manila victory. The House approved the president's recommendation for praise to Dewey and officers, and a bill creating the additional rear admiralship was enacted.
A roundup notes an expected bumper tobacco crop in Kentucky alongside curiosities such as steel use in pen manufacturing surpassing sword and gun factories, a German rail network growth, and rapid fire gun claims. It also mentions honors for Thaddeus Staunton, Dewey street in New Orleans, and postal guidance for soldiers' letters.
The American fleet under Commodore Dewey overwhelmed the Spanish squadron at Manila Bay with no American deaths and six wounded. Spanish losses exceeded 618 with ships and fortifications destroyed, while key vessels including the Castilla and Ulloa were sunk or abandoned amid fierce shelling. The action, praised for long range fire and crew bravery, ended with all Spanish vessels captured or destroyed and Dewey threatening further bombardment if Manila did not surrender.
The dispatch recounts Commodore Dewey's bold May 1 advance into Manila Bay. The Olympia leads a night dash past Corregidor, engaging Spanish forces including Reina Christina and Castilla as batteries open fire. Dewey signals gridley to open fire at 5 19, with exchanges intensifying amid exploding mines and close-range gunnery.
Washington May 9 reports the president named Dewey acting admiral and recommended a congressional vote of thanks for the Manila victory. The day brings excitement as Hong Kong dispatches arrive and Dewey’s Manila and Cavite actions are summarized with Spanish losses and American relief plans.
At Chickamauga National Park Georgia on May 9 officials announced 40 000 volunteer soldiers will be mobilized as soon as mustered into government service The regulars will bring total force to about 50 000 Led by Maj Fitzhugh Lee Maj Joe Wheeler and Maj Gen Wilson the plan forms the volunteers into three army corps
London May 9 Mr. W. M. Clarke's six year old brown horse Diana Forget won the Kempton Park Great Jubilee stakes of 3 000 sovereigns Saturday at the second day's racing of the Kempton Park spring meeting.
A historical notice discusses low pay and hard labor of trained nurses and advises invalids to use Hostetters Stomach Bitters for chills fever constipation rheumatism dyspepsia and nervousness. The piece urges regular use.
The Buffalo physician Dr Hayes asserts lasting asthma cures with his Thesis with Reports of Cases. He reports many early patients remain cured for up to 19 years and provides full names and addresses for consultation, noting worldwide practice and individualized prescriptions.
A Cleveland Plain Dealer tease quotes Mrs. Bongpong wearing jewels described as paste. The banter notes how easy it is to tell the paste jewelry from real gems, reflecting social chatter and curiosity.
An advertisement asserts deafness results from inflammation of the Eustachian tube mucous lining and endorses Hall's Catarrh Cure with a $100 reward for catarrh deafness cases not cured. It promotes Hall's Family Pills and directs readers to send for circulars from F J Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio.
A Chicago Daily News quote satirizes the man who enjoys fishing yet avoids church service due to uncomfortable pews. The line frames a humorous contrast between leisurely pastime and liturgical seating.
An 19th or early 20th century advertisement touts Allen's Foot-Ease powder as curing painful swollen and sweaty feet and bunions. It promises instant relief for tight shoes and hot tired feet and notes trial packaging free with the address Allen 8 Olmsted Le Roy NY. The ad closes with a quotation attributed to John Foster about a decisive spirit creating space and freedom.
Advertising copy touts Grain-O as a coffee substitute that does not stimulate and helps sleep. It claims Grain-O nourishes and cheers, resembling the taste of coffee, suitable for nervous people children and the young, sold by grocers in 15 and 25 cent packages. The quote from W H Burleigh is included, urging timely opportunity for doing good.
Mrs Eva DeLo of Horton Iowa reports her son suffered worsening face eruptions and sores. A friend recommended Hood's Sarsaparilla. After starting the medicine the boy improved steadily and was completely cured with no recurrence.
A promotional notice invites readers to inquire about affordable farming in mild climates and self-sustaining stock. The Louisville & Nashville Railroad runs first and third Tuesday excursions at two dollars above one fare. Contact P Sid Jones in Birmingham, Dr. R B Crawford in Chicago, or Mr. C P Atmore for details and a sampler of Garden Spots.
Excerpts quote a dispute over women entering public life and the value of extemporaneous speaking. A man recalls a late return home and critiques spontaneous oratory, while a woman argues she is fit for public life despite opposition. The exchange highlights gender and rhetoric tensions of the era.
The Chicago Milwaukee St Paul Railway offers first and third Tuesday trips in Ma and June 1898 with round trip tickets good 21 days to many points in North Dakota and beyond at near one fare. Apply via coupon agents or George H Heatford General Passenger Agent Chicago IL for rates routes and land prices. A series of brief farcical quotes follow about marriage honesty and cures.
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