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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1898
Page
1
Washington reports that by week’s end General Shafter will land 15,000 U S troops on Cuban soil and begin the Santiago siege. Delays in transport departures sparked war department reassurances as boats finally cleared, while further plans focus on Porto Rico and Manila, with neutrality questions looming over military cables.
The dispatch reports Lieutenant Victor Blue of the gunboat Suwanee landed near Santiago de Cuba on June 13 14 and identified four Spanish armored cruisers two torpedo boat destroyers three gunboats and noted ongoing skirmishing in the hills. Admiral Sampson praised Blue for his expedition and the probe exposed false rumors of Cervera’s forces in the Bahamas while awaiting possible troop landings. General Calixto Garcia’s arrival near Santiago was not confirmed.
Washington today saw the Senate adopt a Ledge resolution directing an inquiry into the Methodist book concern claim paid to Congress. Debate centered on sincerity and political motive with Lodge defending the purpose to inform the people. The House spent hours on Newlands annexation talks and an appropriation to honor an award, while considering future voting alignments.
After weeks of waiting, the transport army of Iran fywt, from the master phones of the United States, departed this morning under General Shatter. The fleet included thirty six transports, four tenders, and fourteen convoys.
Chicago June 14 P D Armour bought all of Joseph Leiters wheat in the northwest estimated at four to five million bushels. Reports say Armour will take all of Leiters wheat left in New York afloat and European storehouses. Bids exist for each bushel and creditors may recover fully as markets rally. The deal ends Leiter's cash wheat uncertainty though price details remain private.
Dispatches from Shanghai via Frankfurter Zeitung report nightly fighting around Manila as insurgents aim to seize the city and form an independent government before American forces arrive. The German consul in Manila is said to harbor 300 Germans and Swiss aboard a refugee steamer in the harbor.
Washington recognizes the Merrimac crew for the daring raid at Santiago harbor with official promotions ordered by Secretary Long to Admiral Sampson. Hobson awaits congressional reward. Promotions span Montague to be master, Wear to gunner, Claredth to chief boatswain, Delengan to chief mate, Pitilite to chief machinist, Rolly to chief technician. Medals are under consideration for Hobson and crew.
Berlin correspondent notes the possibility Germany could risk war with the United States by interfering at Manila. It also points to naval leaders influenced by the Kiao-Chou precedent and says the issue deserves attention.
The senate in executive session confirmed nominations for senior ranks. J Warren Kieffer of Ohio is named major general Chaves F Hoe of New York Thomas L Roeser of Virginia and John P S Goblin of Pennsylvania are named brigadier generals.
Kingston Jamaica dispatch says Ilavany and Bantligo suffer intense misery as the Spanish army dominates the area. Local people are described as starving but cowed by military presence.
Minister of Jordan affairs says Spain has shown no help to police direction. Gofrman advises urgent efforts to capture Mantle before Americans land to establish an independent government. Britain press predicts Germany will block Manila bombardment. Fleet of 35 transports and 14 women voyagers sail from Tampa. Secretary Long orders promotions for men under Lieutenant Mobean. London dispatch notes famine near Havana and Santiago. Democrats oppose Hawaii annexation. 3500 soldiers board Manila bound ships at San Francisco.
Paris June 4 The chamber of deputies backed the government 205 to 272 but then defeated the Melite ministry 208 to 245 amid uproar. Premier M. Meline repudiated anti democratic claims while opponents urged resignation. Riots followed as vote details shifted and the chamber adjourned with talk of Meline resigning.
Norristown Pa June 14 testimony opened in the case of James A Clemmer charged as an accomplice in the murder of Mrs Charles O Kaiser on Oct 28 1896 District Attorney Strassburger outlined the Commonwealths theory Dr H H Gregg described Mrs Kaisers condition after removal to Norristown Coroner Umetead corroborated Gregg A map showed nearby roads The alleged accomplice Miss De Kalb testified for nearly three hours repeating statements from her confession She described four years of association with Clemmer and the night of the murder blood on Clemmer and his admission to killing Mrs Kaiser Court adjourned to continue cross examination tomorrow
Perry Lee Downe a lieutenant colonel of the Blue and Gray legion was arrested by Deputy Sheriff Lee in Chicago on charges of forging railroad bonds worth 80 000. Requisition papers came from Governor Tanner and Maryland's governor. Downe a Baltimore lawyer once linked to ex Governor Jackson's staff fled justice since 1895 amid forgery indictments and rumors of Cuban insurgent ties and gambling losses.
Madrid reports growing optimism in Spanish press that Germany will stage a naval demonstration to deter bombing of Manila. Spain offers concessions to Germany including naval bases in Spanish possessions and stronger ties with Moroeno. Foreign Minister Almondavar de Rio says no peace steps underway and no confirmation of a third Santiago attack. War Minister Correa cites 20,000 troops under Captain General August and 199 long range guns. Canada orders two former Spanish envoys expelled after intercepted letter on American ports.
The Sound Money Democrats of Pennsylvania vow no compromise with Populism and affirm allegiance to the Indianapolis platform. They demand strict constitutional adherence, a gold standard, retirement of national paper currency, reform of the national bank system, revenue-only taxation, limited federal intervention, and ethical state governance with drastic bank balances reform. Signed by James Menton Hancock and others from Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Meadville, and nearby towns.
U S Marines fortify a Cuban camp at Guantanamo after a night of heavy shellfire and numerous Spanish assaults. Two Marines die and four are wounded as Cuban allies and Marines hold their position amid continuous attacks and brutal夜 night combat.
Telegraph dispatches report foreign invasion fears and parliamentary censures while local courts, financial notices, and public meetings are listed for the second week of June. Scranton area notes cover suburban happenings and sports briefs including baseball and racing.
San Francisco June thirty five hundred soldiers marched from Camp Merritt to the docks to join transports forming the second expedition to the Philippines. The fleets include Steamer China with First Colorado Infantry and half of the Eighteenth US Infantry, Steamer Colon with Twenty third US Infantry and half of the Eighteenth, Steamer Zealandia with Tenth Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry, and Steamer Senator with First Nebraska Volunteer Infantry led by Brigadier General Greenlief and adjutant general Captain Bates. Soldiers left behind raised cheers for the outgoing troops.
A series of distinct earthquakes rattled Memphis Tennessee on June 4 lasting about two minutes and felt in Evansville Indiana on June 14 at around 20 oclock. The tremor was perceived in Paducah Kentucky on June 8 morning shaking houses and contents as it passed through the city and surrounding area.
June 1 report lists Pennsylvania pensions vacated with names William Pow and Joseph Palmer among others. locations including Wilmot Bradford and Lacysville noted. Official source details unclear due to OCR errors.
Forecasts show generally fair weather across New York New Jersey and Pennsylvania with cooler temperatures and northwesterly winds. Strong humidity readings and westerly breezes are noted as the region enters Wednesday.
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