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Newspaper
Sidney Telegraph
Location
Sidney, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1898
Page
1
A Chicago Times Herald special reports 27000 troops under Major General Shafter left Tampa to join Admiral Sampson’s fleet for the Santiago de Cuba operation. The exit of civilians from the city is blocked by insurgents as bombardment continues and Cervera’s fleet faces possible surrender or scuttle.
A Cape Haytien dispatch to the Daily Mail says the U S victory at Santiago de Cuba opens the way for Admiral Sampson to destroy the Spanish fleet. It notes weak Santiago defenses and a likely capitulation under a vigorous attack. Reports say the Reina Mercedes commander was killed and insurgents and US forces are entrenched near Daiquiri. A Spanish claimed landing at Aguadores is unconfirmed.
Washington June 8 officials announce the Santiago expedition will sail no later than today from Tampa. Admiral Sampson reports bombardment results and marines and engineers have gone ashore, clearing the way for the main force. Authorities expect rapid moves toward subjugating Santiago and the planned conquest of Puerto Rico by August.
King Solomone's Notion notes a new daily service on the Chicago Union Pacific and Northwestern Line between Salt Lake City and Chicago. The handsome Buffet Smoking and Library cars feature all modern improvements with writers materials newspapers magazines and more. The Overland Limited inaugurates this service with Union Pacific as the western line.
To Denver Salt Lake City San Francisco and Portland is via the Union Pacific. The service to principal western points is unexcelled and includes Pullman Palace Sleepers Pullman Tourist Sleepers Chair Cars Dining Cars. Meals a la carte. For time tables and full information call on E R Breisch Agent.
Harvey Stephens argues that Spain's decline followed by conquest of new lands will shape a modern American era. He urges swift military action to seize colonies, establish stable governance, open ports, expand schools and churches, promote internal improvements, and end the slave trade, framing US power as a civilizing force.
Passes through the best cities and towns of Nebraska, Colorado, Wyoming and Utah and is the best route to Denver, Cheyenne, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, Portland and Puget Sound. Advantages include quick time, superior service, magnificent equipment, double drawing room, Pullman palace slepers, Pullman dining cars, free reclining chair cars, and Pullman tourist sleepers. For time tables and fare information apply to E. R. Breisch, Agent, Sidney, Nebraska.
The Mis souri River through California to Puget Sound points is served daily by the Union Pacific She Overland Route with Pullman Palace Sleepers Dining Cars and Upholstered Pullman Tourist Cars. First and second class passengers receive top accommodations to Colorado Wyoming Utah Idaho Montana and Pacific Coast points. For rates and full information contact E. K. Breisch Agent.
The Union Pacific will sell tickets for one fare round trip plus 5.00 from all points in Kansas Nebraska Colorado and Utah to Rawlins Wyoming. Tickets valid on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday in May June July August September October and November. Stage line operates daily except Sunday between Rawlins and Grand Encampment. For details contact agent E. R. Breisch.
At the annual election of Frank Welch Lodge No. 75 A F and A M held Tuesday night the officers elected were Master Chas Callahan Senior Warden Geo W Heist Junior Warden H E Gapen Treasurer W F Bassett and Secretary L Neubauer.
The Ladies' Guild of the Episcopal church elected officers: Mrs. W. F. Bassett President, Mrs. Cushing Vice President, Mrs. O. D. Lyon Secretary, and Mrs. J. L. Taylor Treasurer.
Norman Mouhat of the U S cruiser Marblehead writes from Cienfuegues Cuba May 15 describing the May 11 battle with Spaniards. Two boats cut cables near the beach while Spaniards fire. Marblehead, Nashville, destoryer Eagle and Windom shell forts. One marine killed twelve wounded. Spaniards suffer heavy losses. Marblehead blockade of Cienfugoes. possible bombardment if no surrender by May 22. Wounded sent to Key West. two feared dead en route. prize money expected.
An advertisement touts Ballard's Horehound Syrup as a remedy for throat and lung ailments including coughs and consumption. It cites a Clearwater Kansas testimonial from Mrs. W B Evans about her husband’s six year relief after one bottle. Sold at Scanlan's Drug Store for 25 and 50 cents.
The advertisement touts Tabler's Pile Ointment made from buckeye principle and other remedies. It claims to cure blind, bleeding, and protruding piles, reduce the need for operations, and aid when operations fail. Bottles are 50 cents, special 75 cent tubes, mail order available from Scanlan's Drug Store.
Local organizers push a joyful Fourth of Jays celebration highlighting community pride and planned festivities. Residents are urged to join events that showcase music, food stalls, and family activities set to unfold downtown.
The Flag Day program on Tuesday June 11 gathers at the Court House at 1 PM with a parade lineup including County and City Officers Sons of Veterans Sidney Volunteers Grand Army of the Republic Woman's Relief Corps and other lodges Citizens and Children. The route passes Rose Front Chestnut Second Myrtle Third to the Rink where program items include invocations songs addresses recitations and tableaux with the Sidney Band performing and Miss Rushie Hart and Anna Radcliff among participants.
Wednesday evening the Eastern Star held its annual election for the next year at the Masonic hall. Officers elected include Susie Bassett W M J J McIntosh W P Julia Shelton A M C P Davis Secretary Elizabeth Breisch Treasurer Valeska Neubauer C Addie Winkleman A C.
A church meeting on Tuesday morning elected officers for the Episcopal missionary society. Senior Warden A. D. Stewitts, Junior Warden A. W. Atkins, Clerk Wm. Chowins, Treasurer E. McLernon, Presenter Lillie Chowins.
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