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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1898
Page
1
Washington reports a quiet day with no new bulletins signaling immediate action. Officials weigh delays to ensure troops in trenches near Santiago have full equipment and supplies before advancing, while navy and army plans push toward a joint campaign.
Madrid reports a government crisis and widespread despair after Cuba dispatches misled the public. Marshal de Campos leads efforts to quell disturbances while the queen regent remains inconsolable and guards tighten around the palace.
In Cumberland Maryland on July 6 Governor Lowndes will honor Commodore Winfield Beott Sehley, a native son, with a celebrated sword for his pivotal role in the capture of Cer vera and destruction of bia feet.
A party of Heronton School teachers arrived in Washington at 4 PM after a pleasant journey. They plan to visit the Capitol tomorrow.
The report notes a proposed annexation vote in Hawaii by a to 21 and government plans to raise funds for Cristobal Colon. Despair runs in Spain over Cervira disaster with fears of uprisings. A Russian newspaper counsels peace with the United States and Spain. It is announced Hobson and his men will be exchanged.
The Spanish cruiser Reina Mercedes was destroyed last night near El Morro as American scouts watched her drift from the harbor entrance. Fire lit the scene and a six inch shell struck the Indiana’s forward deck, exploding in a men's quarters with no injuries. The engagement lasted minutes and no other American ships were hit.
President McKinley issues a proclamation urging a nationwide day of thanksgiving and divine worship to praise God for the US victory at Manila Bay and Santiago de Cuba, ask for prayers for soldiers and sailors, and seek national peace and security. The message stresses gratitude, mourning for the fallen, and hope for restoration of peace and safety.
Seven Spanish guerrillas captured near Santiago de Cuba by a detachment reporting from Dauntless via Kingston. They had shot at ambulances and packs, killed two doctors Danforth and Troons, and are held under guard at General Wheeler's headquarters as prisoners of war. Execution likely, two may be former convicts.
Reports from Madrid state that the Spanish government has ordered Admiral Camara to return to Spain, with Patches arriving in Gibraltar confirming the directive issued this July. The move signals a high level shift in naval command.
Harrisburg July 6 announces Governor Mostinga will set September 6 for the execution of Charles O Kaiser Jr of Norristown for the murder of his wife. The governor has not yet received the record in the case. Kaiser's accomplice James Clem mer was recently convicted of first degree murder.
Mrs Catherine Banewoerth of Lancaster was among the passengers aboard the Bourgogne July 6. She was ten years old and traveled with her husband son and daughter who left Lancaster last Friday for a trip to their old home in Alsace.
Secretary Lone haw confirms through General Gree ly that the Spanish cruiser Alfonso NIL was destroyed while attempting to run the Havana blockade. The ship is reported total losses.
Frenzied scenes aboard the Bourgogne after collision with the Cromartyshire near Sable Island. Passengers report women assaulted for boats and lifeboats, crews fighting for life, and only 163 saved from 714 aboard. Survivors describe brutal conduct, with Second Officer praised for aid. Grecian to ferry survivors to New York.
The Senate approved the Hawaii annexation resolutions by 42 to 21 amid large attendance and applause. Only Republican Morrill voted against. several Democrats supported annexation. The vote suggested the treaty would lack needed support for ratification, given the smaller vote margin.
Rev. Robert F. V. Pierce of Scranton conducted his first religious service with Pennsylvania troops at Chickamauga Park Ga this morning. The engagement was arranged by evangelist Moody. Pierce will next speak at the International Christian Endeavor convention in Nashville.
According to an Associated Press dispatch from Dauntless, General Kent and his aide Hoben are confined in the extreme northern building, as enemy action surrounds the Baundage area. The report comes via Cort Antonio and Kingston Jamaica with late July updates.
War coverage notes the Bourgogne sinking and general military losses with public sorrow. Home front items discuss a stamp shortage, local Scranton news, and pay day for the thirteenth at Camp Alger.
Prisoners were visible through hisses from General Kent's headquarters as they peered out the windows under guard.
The navy department plans salvage operations from the Spanish fleet wrecks. Merritt Chapman Wrecking Co will salvage as much as possible. Commodore Watson reports a possibility to save the Cristobal Colon, a leading armored cruiser of the squadron.
War department dispatch from Playa del Este Cuba dated July 6 states all wounded will be sent to Fort Monroe. Shafter confirms Iroquois has sailed for Key West and Cherokee will go to Port Monroe if not yet departed.
William B. Given, chairman of the state committee of the national Democratic Jeffersonian party of Ponnavivinhy, issued a call for a committee meeting at the Hotel Walton in Philadelphia on Wednesday, July 8 at noon.
Senator Allison expressed the view that con areas would adjourn before the end of the current week. The remark reflects ongoing legislative timing during July in Washington.
In V Marriabure July, John Jones of Nor Tistowt was today reappointed trustee of the t……neue hoeplial at Norris Lown, continuing leadership for the local hospital.
Forecast for Washington in July notes Thursday winds from the east and warm conditions. Predictions mention south winds, increasing temperatures, and a sunny to partly cloudy day outlook with rising temperatures through the afternoon.
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