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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1898
Page
1
Washington reports split focus among three war topics: Shafter’s army movements, possible reinforcements reaching Dewey, and Hobson’s status. No fleet reports from Santiago or Manila by late today, but off Santiago reports are believed possible.
Rumors from Puerto Plata and Cape Hayen suggest a fresh revolutionary movement in Hayti and Dom inican areas. Reports claim Benor Jimines's son has been ordered to leave Haytien soil at the Dominican government’s request amid conspiracies to attack Monte Christi or Puerto Plata and topple President Hereaux.
A fishing trip near What Cheer, Bogourney County, ended in tragedy as a boat overturned this afternoon, drowning three people identified as Jease Ford Grugeiat Mrs Switser known on stage as Lene Crow and Rev Parkinson pastor of the Episcopal church What Cheer. Bodies have been recovered.
A man named John Donahoe of Lancaster was arrested in West Philadelphia for acting suspiciously while near a lady at watch, June 20. He wore shabby clothes and arched toward the watchful observer.
A man found in shabby clothes with a lady's diamond watch and a railroad pass bearing the name John Donahue or Mercer was questioned by police. He admitted stealing the watch in Lancaster, gave conflicting names, and refused further questions. He is to have a hearing tomorrow with Decatorra police to be notified.
San Francisco reports that the third expedition to Manila will sail by next Thursday or Friday. General Merritt at his headquarters indicated urgency to depart, with officers noting he will go unless Washington intervenes. Support comes from volunteers in North Dakota Wyoming Minnesota and Idaho joining the regular troops.
A clipped notice lists Pennsylvania pension salvages for Edwin A Brush of Susquehanna and William Morris of Wilkes-Barre, noting amounts in pounds and marking the Savings as secured.
Reports indicate General Aguinaldo informs Consul Williams the insurgents desire inland areas to become part of the United States. British Consul at Santiago hints at a suggested exchange for Lieutenant Hobson and crew. Senate shows opponents of Hawaiian annexation are in the minority.
Washington announces Lieutenant Hobson, famed for Merrimac, will transfer from the construction corps to the line and be promoted to lieutenant commander likely this week. Congress will pass enabling legislation with executive approval to grant the promotion promptly after Spain refuses prisoner exchange.
Washington June 20 Senate debate on Hawaiian annexation opens with a show of strength. A motion to adjourn faced by opponents defeated 44 to 1. Davis moves to an executive session as Morrill and Baron clash over constitutional power and congressional authority to annex territory.
Captain Hopkins of the Boston Fruit Company's steamer Trookline reports sighting transports escorted by United States warships fifty miles south of Crooked Island. He says the transports were chased by the gunboat Helena and viewed as bound for Porto Rico, while locals doubt his account and suspect the ships stayed offshore.
The British steamer Ethelwold arrived at Port Antonio Jamaica and reported passing an American gunboat auxiliary cruiser two transports and no schooner near Cape Mayel, then sighted another troopship. A gunboat stopped the Ethelwold with a blank shot and inquired about its identity.
Lieutenant Edgar W. Howe of Lancaster arrives in Harrisburg to confer with Governor Horing and Adjutant General Stewart on recruiting and mustering new Pennsylvania volunteer infantry units. The work should be completed within about two weeks, with recruitment from underrepresented counties and emphasis on large counties for the process.
In Shamokin Pennsylvania a home on John Lemeritz's property was robbed of ten dollars in cash while the elderly couple were entertained nearby. Investigators arrested Charles Arebr, August Zerber, and Anthony Cleaver on suspicion of the crime and recovered several hundred dollars. Arrested suspects remain jailed.
In Nothichem Pennsylvania on June 1 Mrs. John Schweltzer, found dead at her front door after ingesting poison. A note left by the deceased said she was tired of living and wished to join her husband in heaven.
The report says General Garcia with four thousand troops approaches Santiago from Banes, leaving 3,000 at Holguin to block a Spanish juncture. Spanish forces at Guantanamo suffer shortages. Masso pleads for provisions as forces elsewhere are cut off.
The New Jersey Court of Errors and Appeals reversed a lower ruling on ex mayor Frank A. Magowan’s Oklahoma divorce from Mary E. Magowan. It found fraud in his Oklahoma residence claim, nullifying the divorce for New Jersey purposes. The decision opens alimony proceedings and labels Magowan a bigamist after a Milwaukee marriage to Mrs. Barnes following the Oklahoma decree.
State Chairman Canin arrived home from Fitsburg and denied offering to vote against a Democratic candidate who supported Bryan. He said a deposition among Democratic crates was found during travels for the upcoming campaign battle.
Fragmentary notes mention Springfield Hall Club and Springfield Turner sponsorships. References to presidents Powers Draper Barnte and Brooklyn duty appear garbled. The text lacks coherent events, dates, places, or outcomes to summarize a definite item.
The Red Cross steamer Texas departed in the afternoon with Miss Clara Barton aboard. The voyage set out from Ker West on June 4 at 4 p m, as reported in local notices.
General Calixto Garcia, aboard the gunboat Visen with his staff, thanks the American people for interest in Cuba and predicts an end to the war within months. He reports a hard march from Abanes to receive munitions, 4000 troops in good condition, and that Spaniards pay the price. Garcia and his staff later ashore after talks on Cuban American cooperation.
London June 2 The Morning Post correspondent reports Captain Annon seeks a new rocket system to cause massive water displacement near an ironclad. Government credits war munitions, while a fleet to the Philippines is delayed. Aunon fears Admiral Cervera cannot arrange an exchange with the Americans.
The finishing department of King Powder at King's Mills Warren County was destroyed last night by two men. One man was badly burned and dragged away by the other who fled toward South Lebanon. The injured stranger is foreign, in custody, and barely speaks. The blast damaged smokeless powder not for the government, with substantial losses estimated near $60,000. The plant supplies the government and officials suspect sabotage by enemies of the government.
Subscriptions to the War Loan program surged with SVS and others pledging over 816000, the day’s banner result as applications rush in. The strong turnout tops previous records and pushes the total toward the closing hour total, with about $3 minimum per subscriber and broad participation.
Two new cases of yellow fever appeared in Mee Hours Mi in the same house that housed the first seven cases. Surgeon Chenesil Wye min of the Marine hospital service received the official dispatches detailing the spread and the new developments in the outbreak.
Passed twenty four steamers, Kingston Jamaica, June 1240 p m The steamers Howden Jamison and Brooke arrived and report passing in the Windward passage last night twenty four American vessels headed southward.
A wrestling bout in June Min ends abruptly after a three minute struggle. Referee intervenes and awards the match to Lewis amid disputed takedowns and alleged fouls.
Descriptions from Hong Kong dated June 20 report U S ships arriving with Manila news from June 6 revealing insurgents holding Spaniards and natives as prisoners. They say Onlonga near Manila fell, fires erupted in Manila and Mainte, and that forces attempted a desertion and execution.
Manila advices dated June 17 describe heavy fighting as General Donet moves south with 1000 troops. Ambush blocks rail line 30 miles north of Manila, Donet killed after three days of combat. Spanish force about 500 surrenders. native units switch sides, with mutinies at Pamphanga and a full regimental revolt at Al Zapote. Insurgents increasingly infiltrate rear areas, harassing Spanish troops from cover.
The Olympia from Tacoma arrives with China papers accusing Admiral Montejo of cowardice at Manila. A Hong Kong Telegraph correspondent claims he did little during the engagement, staying aboard and ashore near village and city. He supposedly knew nothing of mine positions and offered no strategy before American ships neared.
Local dispatch notes officials awaiting a reported message related to a murder case. Coroners jury examination results are cited as authorities review details. The article mentions military movements and a regional weather forecast affecting Beranton and suburban areas.
Gen Woolford United States minister to Spain and guest of honor since Friday last departed for New York. Allen of Northern Virginia reported the June event and noted Woolford’s travel plans after a period of hospitality.
A fragment says Colonel San Miguel, called the haters, allegedly committed suicide upon learning the ammunition supply was misreported. It mentions Pyatdr had been committed and disposed of the stock.
West Point announced cadet candidates who passed their March exams reported to Adjutant Hane gard and took the oath of allegiance. Included is Joseph M Hobson of Alabama, brother of the naval officer famed for the sinking of the Merrimac at Santhie, with several Pennsylvanians named among the list.
Kingston reports indicate F W Nomeden the British consul in Bans frango de Cita urged Washington to consider a ransom to secure the prompt release of American lieutenant Hobson and his crew from Spanish custody. Dispatches circulated through colonial authorities outlining the idea, though the exact form remains unclear.
Madrid correspondent reports on Don Carlos and son aid to the Austin army. The interview suggests Spain may seek U S support on terms, with Don Carlos hinting at moves to avert a crisis and restore honor amid political pressures.
An unreadable OCR fragment mentions names like Mit Jane and Pieter ghee fnety with jumbled phrases about exchanges, blood, coins, and trading dates. The garbled text references American reports and a market or contrct but lacks clear events or outcomes to anchor details.
Weather forecast describes eastern Pennsylvania and western regions with variable winds and cooler conditions. New York notes fair weather in the middle states and New England with possible showers on Long Island and the coast, followed by cooler temperatures and a westward wind shift.
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