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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1898
Page
6
Queen Christina and the Spanish ministers concede to every demand from President McKinley, signaling a government posture that aligns with U S policy and a shift in diplomatic stance.
The Spanish cabinet decided to accept the protocol terms presented by President McKinley and instructs M. Cam to sign, bringing the war to a close. Since April 27 Congress set the start of the conflict, Porto Rico Cuba the Ladrones and the Philippines have fallen under American control, a Spanish army has been captured and several engagements saw the enemy defeated. The American forces earned foreign observer praise for valor and discipline while the navy gained global acclaim.
The article outlines the peace terms after Spain’s defeat, noting Porto Rico and Cuba under U S influence, a U S coaling station in the Ladrones, and Manila Bay retained by the United States. It lauds U S mercy and declares Cuba free with a Pacific island settlement to be decided by a peace commission. Guantanamo surrendered. six thousand Spanish soldiers capitulated.
The article notes Camp Wikoff at Montauk following its designation and honors Col. Charles A. Wikoff of the Twenty second United States Infantry who fell leading his brigade on July 1 at Santiago.
Mathematicians estimate total U S war costs from April 1898 to April 1899 including outstanding interest pensions and lost volunteer labor. Latest figures project expenses near 1 000 000 000 with detailed breakdowns of current expenditures state contributions debt interest and Maine disaster costs.
President plans to advance Acting Rear Admiral Sampson by eight numbers and Commodore Schley by six, creating rear admirals with Sehler just below Sampson. Captain Clark of the Oregon and Lieutenant Commander Wainwright also receive promotions. Dewey Schley and Sampson are saluted for their wartime deeds.
French ambassador M. Cambon attended a formal White House signing of a protocol representing the Spanish government. Four copies were laid in French and English, with immediate ceasefire terms once signed. TeleGRams ordered commanders to halt operations and report the peace status. The ceremony drew several invited guests.
The article states the President and cabinet consider plans for a temporary government of Quba and the territory to be acquired from Spain after the war. Porto Rico would be governed by a military governor under presidential authority until Congress decides on a permanent form. It notes the President cannot beyond the temporary stage and may propose options, with Congress holding final responsibility. It also mentions possible colonial governance and cites Canada as having a well established colonial system.
A Hong Kong dispatch says Japan would supply arms to the Philippine rebels if the United States withdraws. The report notes Matsushima and Takasago officers discussed support, and a delegation from the Philippine junta planned to visit the American consul Mr. Wildman.
The article asserts the U S aims a temporary military government for Cuba after evacuation and upon restoration of order a constitutional convention would be called to decide the island's form of government. It also notes a proposal to arm Aguinaldo if the United States abandons the Philippines and insurgents seek independence.
The article reports the actual daily war expense in the Spanish American War and the total to date. It notes daily costs around 800000 dollars with higher estimates up to 1000000 and a potential final rate near 1500000. It also mentions the British Parliament prorogation and Queen Victoria's remarks on striving for honorably ending peace. Spain weighs selling the Philippines, with Manila and nearby areas seen as the likely U.S. target.
U S troops push Spaniards from Cosmo and pursue them for five miles. Spanish engineers attempt to destroy bridges but blow a culvert three miles from Aibonito. In Mayaguez area two Eleventh Infantry privates die, marking first Porto Rico invasion deaths. Fifteen wounded including Lieut. Byron.
Reports say American marines clashed with Spanish troops near Ax del Rio Cuba. Greek crewman Hmange Kouloiri of the gunboat Pan croft was killed. Several Spanish vessels were captured or destroyed off the Isle of Pines.
Spain’s remaining warships at Cadiz under Admiral Camara are deemed unsafe with fighting tops and turrets largely unmanageable making them ill suited for action.
Washington reports debate over when the volunteer army ends its term and whether peace treaty signing will mark the end. Officials say a new law may be needed and a fall extra session of Congress could be required to maintain military support for Cuba Puerto Rico and the Philippines during postwar restoration. Predictions place peace talks in Paris around September with a ninety day framing period, suggesting Congress may not see a treaty before its December session.
Uncertain estimates place the Senate ratification of the treaty, and peace declaration, in early January with Congress to handle new territorial operations. The President may call an extra session in mid November to ratify the treaty, then wait for regular session to begin.
General Garcia writes from Gibara to General Shafter offering fifty Cuban scouts for the Porto Rican expedition. He says Miles asked for the men on July 19, and although he fears it may be too late, he will furnish them if still needed and includes an order. Garcia appears resolved to cooperate with the American forces after Santiago was not turned over.
A figure perceives the opposing side to move with haste and withdraws forces while seeking a reconciliation. The scene suggests efforts to end hostilities and restore truce terms. Strong entities implied but not named in the fragment.
Chinese residents of Elttsburg, Pennsylvania showed their allegiance to the United States by raising an American flag, saluting the flag with firecrackers, and mounting festoons. Lee Yung, a laundry worker, spoke in English praising liberties secured by the Stars and Stripes and claimed Chinese had fought at Manila.
The Mondamin and Mirth Carnival invites northwest residents to Sioux City October 2 to 8 for a festival of parades, spectacles, and patriotic displays. Speeches by Senators Thurston and Pettigrew are expected. railroads pledge fare support and regional committees prepare a large midway with new attractions.
Experiments in Belgitum cover dahlias to show only disks while butterflies and bees still visit as before. The study concludes insects rely on smell over sight, challenging the idea that brightness guides them to flowers.
A garbled exchange describes a husband returning late to a home where his wife, instead of scolding, sits at the piano and sings a familiar tale. The dialogue references a jewel and a light mood as the pair discuss a familiar old story.
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