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Newspaper
Silver Lake Record
Location
Silver Lake, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1898
Page
2
A compact survey of recent happenings reports numerous casualties along with various crimes and fires. It notes political and religious developments and sketches brief summaries of ongoing public concerns.
Bradstreet reports aggregate business volume remains large with favorable comparisons to past periods. Demand quiets at a few Eastern markets while central west and northwest lead in distribution for dry goods clothing millinery building materials and farm implements. Southern fruit and vegetables look to be early heavy shipments as lakes navigation opens April first and craft moves.
Burglars entered the Toledo home of Mrs J M Stone and one chained her throat while another attempted to gag her with a handkerchief. A neighboring dog intervened, injuring one robber as the other fled through a window. the dog then aided the woman until help arrived.
The Philadelphia Record reports nineteen steamships were chartered Saturday to load grain at Philadelphia New York and Baltimore on European account. It claims the largest single day charter for this purpose and estimates 8,090,000 bushels will be sent to foreign markets. London orders were reported unfilled due to the rush and tonnage could not be fixed because of the unexpected demand.
The Brazilian warship Amazonas was formally turned over to the United States by Commander Corres to Lieut. Caldwell. The exchange carried a message of friendship with the Brazilian flag lowered and the American flag raised amid formal salutes.
The Navy Department reports Spain is actively fortifying its coast defenses with fifteen thousand men on duty in forts and batteries and a reserve of three thousand. The complete overhaul of coast defenses is in Spanish hands, with on duty forces belonging to the regular naval establishment.
A 12 year old boy Werbert Stanley son of Ps S Stanley died in a barn near Nottingham Indiana during a hanging play. He tied a loop of rope around his neck and collapsed after swinging from a ladder while his younger brother watched.
George Hower of Cambridge City Indiana has spent three years in Alaska. He found the largest nugget yet discovered in the gold regions there valued at about $500.
Madrid special from Imparcial explains the Spanish Torpedo fleet is held at Canary waters to protect vessels. It states water conditions make it best that the ships be escorted to their destination by a cruiser.
Hon Blanche K Bruce registrar of the Treasury died at his Washington home. He was a prominent reader of the colored race.
A Rome dispatch reports the Italian Government sold the armored cruiser Varez to Spain. The transfer strengthens Spain's naval capabilities and reflects postwar defense adjustments between Italy and Spain.
A Black youth, Alexander Anderson, allegedly attempted to assault a school girl in Grenada Mississippi. Three hours after the incident a mob captured him, he confessed, and was killed by hanging from a cottonwood tree with a rope around his neck and pushed from a limb.
A heavy frost in the California Valley damaged apricot, peach, and almond crops, estimated to cause losses of no less than one million dollars. The impact focuses on growers in the region facing substantial financial hardship.
The article reports that Plan 18 is not disclosed while McKinley indicates a peace policy may be favored if feasible. It notes discussions among policymakers and potential shifts in postwar strategy.
Washington reports urge Cuban independence with minimal conflict. McKinley favors peaceful recognition while demanding reparations for the Maine disaster. Cabinet members and advisers see strength and readiness as the path to resolving Cuba’s fate, though war remains possible if Spain resists.
The order covers nine hundred thirty-five twelve inch deck piercing shells weighing 1000 pounds each and 1241 twelve inch deck piercing shells at 800 pounds. It also includes 481 ten inch armor piercing shells 482 ten inch armor piercing shot capped 149 eight inch armor piercing shells and 150 fortification guns for emergency. The army of over 20 000 is moved east to fortified cities as Lee coordinates transport from Forts in the West to the Atlantic coast Gulf ports and southern cities. Western railroads are invited to bid on transporting batteries from Fort Riley to Fort Monroe New Orleans and Savannah.
Commodore Frederick V. McNair succeeds to the command of the North Atlantic squadron and becomes the acting head of the United States Navy, replacing Rear Admiral Matthews who retires. A seasoned fighter, he joined the Naval Academy in 1853, served under Farragut, and earned recognition for bravery at Vicksburg and Fort Fisher.
Supporting the president, orders for vast war supplies, new navy regiments, monitors and ships, and reorganization of military departments are described. The Oregon sails from San Francisco to Valparaiso to await orders and enable rapid response, with a special board inspecting overseas vessels offered for auxiliary service. The War Department opens a huge order for heavy guns and projectiles, with 12 inch rounds costing $511 each and emergency provisions for additional purchases.
The piece argues danger of war has passed but peaceful settlement with Spain remains possible. It notes rapid U S defense actions starting with a 50 million appropriation and the purchase of heavy armor piercing shells for sea coast fortifications.
The Navy Department completed a week of negotiations in London to purchase two cruisers built at Elswick for Brazil. The Amazonas and Admiral Sabreval are highly capable ships, with one complete and stocked for immediate sea service. The sale, valued as a strong strategic gain for the United States, may have displaced Spanish interests.
Vermont Senator Proctor spoke in the Senate after a Cuba trip, presenting a restrained official report that suggested support for U S action toward Cuba without calling for a specific policy. He opposed annexation, questioned protectorate as the best option, and noted autonomous rule had failed.
A wild compilation reports war nerves with Spain and Japan, gun ships, and the Holland sub. indicts officials, notes maple syrup prospects, free mail delivery, and a stove trust. Local items include Odd Fellows home funds, a horse accident, deaths, bankrupts, and a church property compromise after five trials.
Local column highlights general interest items from Indiana communities. Includes marriages deaths accidents and personal pointers reflecting social happenings across Hoosier neighbors.
Residents flock to a mining venture on Dr. J H Saless farm one mile west of Dillsboro on the Wipesailles and Dillsboro pike. Gold dust found in sand by the branch on the premises was confirmed by the State Geologist. A four man hand operation now works forty tons daily. a gasoline engine may power the dredge next week. Company formed with Dr Saless president Y F Armstrong secretary and Joseph Greene treasurer.
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