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Newspaper
Oxford Eagle
Location
Oxford, Mississippi, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1898
Page
1
Reports from Washington list naval actions near Santiago and Manila Bay, with Admiral Samp sold forced passage and detached ships. Debates over Hawaii, Philippines funds, and a special message to Congress dominate p s. Italians and British discuss spies and policing.
The government prepares a cautious invasion of Cuba with about 253,000 troops under a strong naval convoy led by the battleship Indiana. Transport ships and monitors are readied, with concealment of exact times to deter enemy detection as Admiral Sampson confirms the plan.
Reported June events describe American naval forces aiming to force a passage through a channel to Santiago de Cuba and to seize the Cervera fleet to end Spanish dominance in eastern Cuba. Baigairtiy bombardments near Baiquiri and Havasa are noted with contested damage assessments and control of mines.
Mississippi notes discuss district attorney Ben Humphreys serving as a war officer, state volunteers, and payments while at war. Also covered are poll tax increases, health quarantines, First Mississippi Regiment uniforms, deaths in Water Valley, Anguilla flag-raising, and local civic matters in McHenry, Tennessee, and Summit.
A through passenger and express train on the Santa Fe near a remote junction was attacked by four bandits. The crew and passengers were held at gunpoint. the bandits entered the baggage and passenger cars, taking some money while no passengers were killed, though the fireman was seriously injured. State and federal officers pursued leads as the robbers fled into isolation.
Kasene Crre Me June appeals to the Star Lawrener Kas with detective Delt Harheagh for progress on the Cellioe murder case. The missing revolver and a diamond were traced to a pawn shop tied to Harper and others, with efforts to locate John Henry Culling and recover the items. The case centers on an alleged attempt to aid a getaway and involves multiple suspects and locations.
Reported clashes in Ferghana prompt deadly violence as a locust of attacks targets a Bessiam post. Three soldiers killed and a priest wounded in religiously charged violence near Andijan. A high official allegedly orchestrated four secret measures with major circles in Constantinople.
A New York customs report shows diamond imports soared from January to April by 60 percent, totaling $255.56 thousand versus $561.17 thousand for the prior period, attributed largely to reduced duties curbing smuggling. In other items, Deputy Nemec Girou says no surrender instructions were given to Captain Augusti regarding interactions with Admiral Dewey or Aguinaldo. A Jersey City case reports a wife’s suicide, discovered by her husband, who reported nothing to police. In Kentucky, the Howard-Maker feud escalates with Manchester seized by Howard forces. Baker partisans nearby, court disrupted, troops expected to restore order.
An English opinion piece argues the United States should stage a naval demonstration on the Spanish coast to project power and deter European intervention. The proposal emphasizes strategic signaling and alliance leverage amid ongoing tensions in the Iberian region.
An editorial in the St. James Gazette argues that a full invasion is unnecessary. It urges Americans to avoid fear of a vague Kasage threat and to consider settlement options with Spain, warning European powers would disapprove while Britain remains cautious.
Fort Monroe reported intense activity after a Washington dispatch urged alert for Spanish warships near Hampton Roads. Eyewitness accounts mentioned a cruiser and several ships. signals flashed to Minecapelia and other vessels as crews prepared defenses and sentries watched the sea for any movement.
A garbled 19th or early 20th century report discusses cotton price support and acreage adjustments across states. It notes acreage changes, regional variations from Georgia to Missouri, and a general favorable trend in farm condition, with references to plans and expected outputs.
Postmaster General Emecy Smith declares reports that post office inspectors or other officials open letters are false and misleading. He warns mail privacy will be protected during wartime under all circumstances. details describe no invasion of mail privacy. The bulletin notes naval actions near Geantanane with Marblehead and Yankee forces entering the harbor at daylight.
The Huntington battalion in the Guantanamo area engaged Spanish forces in a long siege starting Saturday afternoon. Casualties include Assistant Surgeon Johan Ulair Gibbs, Sgt Charles I Saith, Private William Dophy, Private James Metolgan, and Corp. tio. several wounded.
The dispatch notes Manila surrender rumors and conflicting reports from Hong Kong about Ambassadors and fort-related secrets. Porto Rico’s status and neutrality concerns arise as U S officials deny or confirm alleged information sharing with the British. Reports from Captaien Blanco describe Cuban blockades and mass killings in Sierra Leone amid unrest and foreign intervention.
A chaotic city scene unfolds as soldiers escort Baker after a bar fight near a camp. Heavy wagons clog streets while punishments and arrests follow, and gambling dens face renewed scrutiny amid tumult and investigations.
An accident yesterday morning at the Central Obie site left Engineer Mallen dead. Engineer Flood suffered a crushed leg and Brakeman Nency Leet injured his back. Bogumeer Floyd and his associate faced overtasked orders amid the disruption. A distant comet sighting by Mr. Coddington is noted alongside naval reform calls from Rear Admiral Beresford urging stronger prewar organization and cruiser supplies.
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