American Character and War Impact on Respect for U S
The piece argues war will elevate American standing, proving courage and efficiency to Europe. It asserts Spain misjudged the U S as money focused and that naval battles show American fighters superior, despite Spain's bravado. It notes memory of Civil War and the need for nations to reassess American capability.
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Editorial Notes on Naval War and County Conventions
Editorial notes reflect on Cervera's fleet and Samuel Sampson, praising naval strategy and criticizing inaccurate praise for Sampson. It compares war to baseball, discusses Fourth of July fireworks, and notes upcoming county conventions to select delegates for state meetings.
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Surrender Talk Surfaces as Spanish War Moves Forward
A Des Moines Advertiser item notes a noontime decision by Generals Shafter and Sampson to bombard Santiago and signals possible surrender by Spain. Reports reference Madrid and Suez Canal movements, with Iowa troops from Camp Merritt and San Francisco said to be ill but not seriously.
Bryan’s Omaha Call to Lead a Nebraska Regiment
The Washington Post praises William Jennings Bryan for quietly organizing a Nebraska regiment, showing patriotism and initiative. It notes rivals’ ridicule yet asserts his worth and potential command of a second Nebraska unit, contrasting him with dissenting figures in the Democratic Party.
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