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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1898
Page
1
The report notes General Shafter preparing for a final assault on Santiago with reinforcements en route from Camp Alger and Newport News. It mentions a possible balloon observation plan, naval coordination, and Commodore Watson's squadron moving toward the theater, with Dewey’s fleet poised nearby.
General Calixto Garcia may be sent back with 3000 troops to halt General Pando who leads 7400 Spaniards moving from Manzanillo toward Bandago de Cuba. Pack trains and cattle accompany the column as it advances twelve miles daily toward the 127 mile route to Santiago de Cuba. Cuban opposition now consists of about 200 men.
A regional or national society gathered at Wentworth for a banquet after business. A minute was adopted protesting the mooted Anglo-American alliance, signaling formal opposition from attendees amid the event.
Rumor circulates in Madrid tonight of a great battle at Santiago de Cuba with unconfirmed reports that the Spaniards gained the advantage.
The Maine Prohibition party convention in Waterville nominates Rev. A. B. Ladd of Augusta for governor. The announcement signals party strategy ahead of the election.
General Garcia aims to intercept Pando while Egypt notifies Camara to advance. Reports hint at Mayure balloons at Santiago and Madrid notes Bhafter’s defeat. Indications run that days may pass before a decisive attack on Bantiga. Chauncey M. Depew praises Dewey and Hobson boosting Europe’s regard for America. Naval officers lament the escape of the Spanish relief steamer Purissima Concepcion.
Complete text of General Shafter's final dispatch from Cuba dated June 28 reports debarkation under way, reinforcements and horses arriving, 400 Cuban troops, and cautious optimism about capturing Santiago. Messages note enemy retreat, rough riders in action, and command morale described as excellent.
In Hong Kong June, the Wing Foo, a seventy ton despatch boat under Thomas Tevana of Niagara Falls, overdue after a tornado off the coast. She carries Admiral Dewey's important dispatches from Manila and was expected yesterday.
San Francisco reports probable July sailing for the next transport fleet to the Philippines. Alameda sighted the second Manila expedition on June 22 and 23, spoke the Chinaundera near Honolulu, and later signalled Zealandia Senator Colon and Belgic bound for Honolulu. Empress of China from Vancouver carries Manila updates showing Spaniards preparing strong defenses and Aguinaldo issuing articles respecting protection of foreigners and medical units.
Barotogu notes that the college freshmen boat race scheduled for this afternoon is postponed to 10 30 tomorrow morning due to high winds and rough water.
Special to the Beranton Tribune. Bobby Dobbs used a cane in his glove contest with Dick Cause in Louisville. Cause fouled Dobbs repeatedly to avoid a knockout, but Dobbs won in handy fashion.
In Trenton New Jersey the Ancient Order of Hibernians approved a new constitution with minor changes matching the American body of 184. The convention will adopt resolutions and elect officers tomorrow before adjourning.
The Madrid government orders a small flying squadron formed with Alfonso XIII Meteor and Caldas de Cadiz under Lieutenant Commander Jose G Sobral. Admiral Montijo faces a court martial for the Cavite disaster while General Augustin, captain general of the Philippines, is expected to receive a large reward.
Cairo reports say Spanish ships at Port Said coal from Spanish colliers despite Egyptian orders to leave within 24 hours. Washington notes Navy watch remains tight as 20 000 tons coal bought by United States Consular Agent Broadbent could fuel Dewey or Watson units in the Mediterranean.
Governor general of Porto Rico reports the Antonio Lopez cargo likely cannot be saved as American cruisers St Louis and St Paul prevent landing provisions and war material. A cabinet council under the queen regent discussed the war but gave no details.
Secretary Albert estimates 125000 men are now in the field en route to Cuba and the Philippines or ready to be sent. About 40000 are at Tampa Jacksonville and Miami. Fifteen thousand depart south from Chickamauga and 4000 will leave Camp Alger under General Garretson once Harvard and Yale return.
Published reports that Major Peres, cited as French military attache with General Bhafter in Seguranca, criticized the American campaign are denied by the French embassy as no officer of that name serves in the French armed forces.
Cardinal Gibbons met with President McKinsey in Washington to advocate increasing Catholic chaplains in the U S Army. He returned home tonight saying the discussion with the president was Pleasant and his view favorable to appointing more chaplains.
The War Department announced that only fifteen regiments remain under orders to leave Chickamauga soon, with Tampa as their destination, despite earlier reports.
In Baltimore the Republican state central committee voted 54 to 51 to reject Naval Officer Norman B. Scott’s resignation as chairman and postponed action until September 8. The move blocks Senator Wellington from chairing the committee and delays the bid for unity in the state party amid plans for the upcoming congressional campaign.
A double shooting accident at a Boston firearms sale results in the death of Carl J. Hersom of Chelsea and serious injuries to Harry C. Kennington of Dedham. Clerk Carroll Melcher displayed a revolver when a report rang out. Hersom collapsed after being shot in the head while Kennington suffered a mouth wound and a bullet exit at the neck.
Chaun M. Pepew returned aboard the Kalter Wilhelm dee Crosse and spoke on his abroad observations. He said French hostility to the United States persisted, while German sentiment remained mixed and Belgian views shifted toward sympathy. He noted Paris press coverage of his interviews and stated Europe watches America’s rise, citing Dewey’s Manila victory and Hobson’s Santiago feat as boosting U S fighting esteem.
Cleveland announces likely end of league play for the season after the July 7 series with St Louis. President Robison travels to arrange transfers as public support falters and church opposition blocks Sunday games.
A report said to come from Cape Hayton claims furious cannonading heard at the Mole. J Nicholas, commander arriving from the Windward passage is reported without foundation.
In Madrid during June, the general public grows bitter toward England for its perceived unfriendliness regarding Admiral Camara's squadron. The criticism centers on diplomatic friction and public sentiment toward British policy affecting naval affairs.
Dispatches from Guantanamo report acute shortages of food and ammunition at Santiago. American forces push toward Aguaodres and Baiquiri, while engineers clear dense terrain and pack trains strain under heavy loads amid preparations for an assault on Santiago.
Chickamauga Tenn June 30 preparations for payment of all men at Camp Thomas were completed. Companies were lined up and rolls called. First corps under orders for active field services received ten days rations. Full supply issuance suggests no movement before that period. Large distribution of ordnance supplies occurred today in camp.
The morning bulletin shows General Shafter shaping up for an attack as war department awaits news. Gordon blames defeat on Quay and financial and commercial pressures. Altoona delegation returns home amid local editorials and court notes.
Captain Zalinski reports a shipment of 10 000 blue army shirts 20 000 robber ponchos and other supplies. Over 40 000 shelter tents have been turned over to regiments. Thirty carloads of gear head to Camp Thomas as 250 extra recruits arrive. Four battalions of Pennsylvanians join the Fourth Fifth Ninth and Sixteenth regiments totaling about 1 000 men.
London July 1 Madrid correspondent reports a cabinet council decided to postpone the crisis and await results at Santiago and Manila. The lying squadron under Lieutenant Commander Sobral is to signal the approach of the Americans.
Lord Salisbury says the government will not finance Antarctic whaling expeditions. The Royal Geographical Society will seek to raise funds for the venture.
Washington predicts eastern Pennsylvania fair and warmer with southwest winds on Friday. Herald forecast for the middle states and New England today notes fair and warm weather with light southerly and southwesterly winds. Local rain or thunderstorms possible in northern districts and New Jersey counties with cooler lake-region temperatures.
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