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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1898
Page
1
Washington dispatch reports General Anderson signaling Aguinaldo has declared dictatorship and martial law in the Philippines. The German ambassador visits the White House as U.S. moves on European naval plans while Lt Hobson returns to Washington amid crowds.
Washington dispatch reports Madrid officially recognizing the proposed return of Santiago prisoners to Spain. General Toral in a letter to General Shafter states the Spanish secretary of war desires troops landed at Vigo Corunna and Santander on the Atlantic and the Bay of Biscay respectively. Shafter’s note confirms receipt and says the government will comply unless prevented by unforeseen events.
Troops from Camp Thomas begin their march to Rossville led by General Haines' brigade. The Fourth Ohio Fourth Pennsylvania and Third Illinois depart with plans to reach Cincinnati and Newport News for embarkation to Porto Rico. Batteries from Illinois Pennsylvania Missouri and Indiana follow as transportation is arranged for the First corps.
Madrid plans peace talks as Sagasta confirms to El Imparcial representative that the government has entered preliminary stages of negotiations. The London dispatch notes the claim from July 23, citing the Daily Mail correspondence.
Susquehanna Pa July 22 Giles Lewis a Thompson business figure and political leader was killed last night by an Erle coal train. He was prominent in political and business circles throughout Susquehanna county.
In the daily war dispatches Aguinaldo declares himself dictator while General Miles reaches Mole St. Nicholas. Cuban protests resume against continued Spanish rule as Bandago officials discuss official positions. Commodore Watson reportedly not to bombard Spanish coast cities.
Santiago de Cuba July 22 quiet trade resumes as Spanish troops arrive daily and await embarkation. General Wood orders shops open and music to fill the plaza Sundays and Thursdays. Cubans protest continued Spanish officials and plan an official protest to General Shafter.
The Meadville meet closed with Ld people in attendance as Dime won the 2.24 pace in three straight, Cock of the Roost and Roogemur Place. In the 210 trot Blackstorm faltered. Honw tella won all three heats with Too Easy second and Doehelm third. Fanslight won the mile run with Lewis, Benator second, Cheataway third. Most horses head to Erie.
In twenty rounds at the Lenox Athletic Club, Joe Bernstein of New York won a well earned decision against Eddy Santry of Chicago. Santry showed improvement since his prior bout with George Dixon but lacked the stamina to match Bernstein's pace.
The third regiment of Nebraska volunteers under Colonel William Jennings Bryan arrived in Jacksonville on six Plant system trains. The unit will be encamped at Panama Park, five miles from the city.
Madrid reports that the Spanish prisoners in the Santiago de Cuba capitulation likely total under 1,000 and the captured ammunition is largely useless.
Atlanta hosts United Confederate Veterans convention as it adjourns sine die and selects Charleston South Carolina for the next annual encampment.
Transport No 21 sails from Fort Charleston with the Sixteenth Pennsylvania and two companies of the Sixth Illinois, carrying wagons and stores bound for sea.
Reported July 22 from Hong Kong notes American forces near Manila advancing rapidly. Colorado Regiment already deployed near Paraguao, with more units from transports to Kwata camp. USS Boston covering landings. Monterey monitor expected, while insurgent chiefs in Cavite face defections and bribery allegations.
Rio de Janeiro will receive 1000 troops today and sail for Manila on Saturday. Another 1000 depart on the St Paul next Tuesday or Wednesday. Arizona and Scandia can each carry 1000 more, bringing the total to 19000 if sent. General Merritt seeks that number and plans continue despite 3000 bound for the Philippines expeditionary force.
Secretary Alger stated there is no foundation for reports that Cubans were cut off from rations. He met with Senor Quesada to discuss Cuban delegation matters and expressed confidence that friction with the American and Cuban commanders will be allayed. No official word on General Garcia’s letter to General Shafter.
Two new typhoid cases confirmed at Camp Alger on July 2 Lieutenant Jenings of the Third New York and Private R J Johnson of Company HM Sixth New York diagnosed with typhoid. Private James Mortimer of the Sixth Pennsylvania dies at Port Myer from typhoid. his home is Phoenixville Pennsylvania and burial arrangements likely there.
A locomotive exploded at Dutch Flat California station killing Engineer Tom Kelly and Fireman Terry of Sacramento along with four coal passers. J R Fuller’s hotel was demolished and Mrs Fuller and two children were badly hurt.
Official sources say no dispatches have been received from Captain General Blanco and the Spanish government weighs steps to reestablish contact with Cuba.
Washington dispatch reports General Shafter stating no deaths today from yellow fever among Santiago troops. Medical officers deem cases mild overall and precautions to curb spread remain strict. Corbin confirms his son Bud is hospitalized with yellow fever but receiving careful treatment and hopeful for recovery.
Washington July 22 The cabinet discussed General Garcia’s letter and judged it based on a mistaken view of American aims in Cuba. Officials said the United States sought relief from Spanish rule and a stable government by the people, not power for insurgents or any faction. They urged inviting all Cubans to shape the constitution and lawmen.
Joseph Leiter transferred a downtown Chicago property valued around three quarters of a million dollars to John P. Wilson in trust for Illinois Trust and Savings Bank. The quitclaim deed bears June 13, and the move is viewed as protecting Levi Lester. Lester was unavailable for comment.
Curtis Jackson confronted Robert Hinson over alleged infidelity on Mechanics Street. He shot Hinson in the left arm, then shot his wife in the head. After firing at a crowd and with his wife dying, Jackson killed himself by shooting his own head. Both victims died shortly after.
Governor Hastings signed commissions naming Captain Charles B. Jones of Tyrone major of the Pennsylvania cavalry battalion at Camp Alger and promoting officers in the Fifth Ninth and Third regiments including Lieutenants M J Brennan E J Dougher C M Machold W F Mannix Oliver Hough C H Townsend C F P Hunt James Addison Logay and others from Philadelphia Gettysburg Lycoming and Philadelphia locales.
Thomas Hawkins of Chicago was fatally hit by a passenger train about five miles east of Lancaster while traveling with Oscar Swop on the Pennsylvan ia railroad tracks en route from Chicago to Providence. Hawkins, 28, married, was brought into the city and died shortly after arrival. his parents live in Chicago.
A Washington source states Commodore Watson will not bombard Spanish coast cities as the Porto Rican expedition proceeds. The main task is supporting Admiral Canara while Havana remains off limits until yellow fever fears abate. The report discusses governance plans for Porto Rico and the Philippines, including a military government at first and eventual transitional steps under congressional action.
In the morning pages, reports cover General Garcia on altitude reviews, Spain coast cautions, and Manila troop disembarkations. Also noted are trade, financial reviews, religious week coverage, police and local notices, and G A R encampment plans with a lively camp scene at Camp Alger.
In Pana Illinois on July 22 unknown non union miners were beaten while en route to shafts. D I and Corwin Overhalt escorted non union workers to Springside and Penwell mines to prevent interference. Tense standoff with police and deputies remains. The state board of arbitration ordered 33 cents for mine run mining with supplies from operators and end to coupon system. Miners accept the decision while operators resist.
July 22 at Grey Point track in Detroit shows Star Pointer attempting to beat the world record of 1 001 made by Hy menels while trotting the mile in a notable time despite a tie. Mike wins six heats and Governor Mall claims heat two with Quarter Staff. Abbott wins the 210 trot purse 1 440 time 2 12 2 13 3 054 and Midi wins the 442 pace purse 2 050 time 3 11 with Pinewood second in a later heat.
Three Pennsylvania pension records issued on July 2. Renewal notes list recipients Lewis Van Osdile and Hauptouil of Susquehanna Township and related pension actions in Washington.
Forecasters predict for Saturday in eastern Pennsylvania partly cloudy weather with showers and warmer temperatures. Western Pennsylvania expected fair and warmer with light easterly winds. New York and New England face partly cloudy conditions with light to moderate rain and generally stable temperatures.
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