Puerto Rico Landing Reported At Guanica Harbor
War dispatches describe US forces securing Guanica harbor aboard the Gloucester and other vessels. Spanish resistance met, flags lowered, and the first American flag raised as ships patroled the shore. Miles reports favorable health and no casualties among troops.
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Moors Hate Spain Stir Turmoil in Tangier
A Gibraltar dispatch reports Tangier's Moorish population hostile to Spain causing unease in nearby Spanish territories. Morocco finally declares neutrality amid rising alarm as British and French naval forces deploy to protect interests including the Tritist. HMS Invulnerable and a torpedo boat head toward Tangier while the French fleet patrols off Cape Trafalgar.
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New York Journal
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Tangier
Spain
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Broadhead Critically Ill Prominent Lawyer and Ex-Minister
St. Louis July 28 General James O Broadhead a celebrated lawyer and former minister to Switzerland under President Cleveland lies at his Lafayette avenue home in critical condition from four months of a worsening stomach ailment Three physicians say his state has not yet improved enough to promise recovery Broadhead is noted as a stalwart Democrat and one of the citys leading lawyers.
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Switzland
St. Louis
James O. Broadhead
Switzerland
Cleveland
Lafayette Avenue
Broadhead
Austrian sailors held after La Bourgogne collision
Nineteen Austrian sailors arriving at Havre were brought before a magistrate and faced four second class survivors of La Bourgogne on July 28. Charged with cruelty and brutality at the La Bourgogne Cromartyshire collision, six were remanded while the others were discharged.
Aguinaldo's Status in the Philippines Amid Diplomatic Talks
A Washington dispatch reported from the executive mansion and the German embassy that Emperor William asked the U S president about Aguinaldo's status in the Philippines. The reply stated insurgents were not recognized as United States allies. No motive or German fleet mention was disclosed.
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New York World
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United States
Spain Takes Initiative Toward Peace Talks At White House
French ambassador presents a Spanish peace proposal to President. Spain seeks termination of the war and settlement terms. No specifics given, but indicates Spain’s move toward negotiations. Special cabinet meeting likely to decide immediate course of action. Washington July 238.
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White House
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Horace Porter
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Senor Castillo
Europe
Porter
Wiyston
Minsppuere
Spain Opens Peace Talks with United States
Dispatches reveal Spain seeks formal peace negations with the United States. Ambassador Cambon meets with President and Secretary of State, with cabinet to decide terms, possibly evacuating Cuba and Puerto Rico while keeping the Philippines under discussion. Porter to represent US if talks proceed in Europe.
Gold Finds in Old Mexico Reported by Ed Hunt
Ed Hunt, after a year in Mexico, reports excitement over gold finds in the region near the Bajajara Madre. Details are limited in the surviving copy but indicate notable mining activity and local interest.
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Les
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Mexico
First Intimation of Peace From Paris Conference
Washington July 28 An interview between the French ambassador and the president has been arranged for between Day and Chiebaut. The conference began at 3 50 and is still in progress at 4 00 The talks are believed to concern negotiations No particulars available.
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Washington
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Vatican peace terms floated as US Spain discuss Cuba and Philippines
Washington reports a Vatican sourced set of terms claiming to be acceptable to both the United States and Spain. The proposed plan calls for annexing Cuba and Puerto Rico to the US and Spain relinquishing the Philippines, a package viewed as Spain's maximum concession and far below the US minimum. The government has no basis for these claims outside the Atlantic.
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Puerto Rico
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Atlantic
US lands at Guanica Puerto Rico after skirmish
An American military expedition from Guantanamo Bay landed at Guanica after a clash with Spanish troops. Four Spaniards were killed, no Americans were hurt. The force aimed to seize the railroad to Ponce and advance on San Juan. Brooke’s troops including ships are expected within 24 hours.
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Fear Grips Santiago as Cuban Threat Looms
A terse dispatch from Santiago reports merchants in fear amid Cuban menace. General Wood’s forces, described with alarming language, heighten tensions as authorities prepare for probable action and residents brace for possible disruption.
Iowa coal miners organize drive for united union
Oskaloosa July 28 Iowa miners move to unify under the United Mine Workers of America aiming for a majority in the state. One local exists in Des Moines No 55 with others planned. Leaders oppose strikes preferring arbitration. A state convention set August 16 to formulate policy.
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