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Newspaper
Sioux County Bee
Location
Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1898
Page
16
A garbled collage of ad-like claims extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as reliable medicine based on experience, not experiments, followed by scattered verses and tips. It touts various cures, testimonials, a teething aid, and miscellaneous household remedies, with stray references to philosophy and military themes.
An American special commissioner records Queen Regent Christina of Spain as a brave, practical leader ready to defend her country. She says Spaniards will fight as one, laments American pressures, but remains hopeful Europe will intervene after a decisive battle. The interview portrays Spain’s resolve, the monarchy’s fate tied to events, and a cautious expectation of Allied support.
Fragmentary note recounts a ship called Charleston assigned to voyage toward the Orient via the Philippines with plans for a commission and immediate movement, mentioning Henne Vallejo and naval posts as part of the escort or command structure.
An article details naval preparations in the North Atlantic with battleships and support ships moving toward Cuba and the Caribbean. It notes Amphitrite and Texas awaiting orders, fear of reconcentrados distress, and possible troop and relief landings by army and Red Cross, plus coal transports and fleet reorganizations.
French ships remain off Havana to shelter French subjects and deter potential American bombardment. Admiral Sampson’s actions could trigger French orders to evacuate consular staff and join the fleet, underscoring France's neutrality while protecting nationals in Cuba.
Tributes flood in from provincial papers and the Bradford Observer lauding Admiral Dewey. The American fleet’s maneuvers near Manila Bay are praised as bold and courageous, with high rank in survival annals. Expressions of opinion repeat across multiple papers.
A war department conference discussed quota for Grigsby regiment with senators from South Dakota North Dakota Montana and Nebraska. South Dakota to provide five companies North Dakota two Montana four and Nebraska one for about twelve companies. Lieutenant colonelcy expected after Marts mileage, Montana governor likely to fill. South Dakota to supply largest representation next to South Dakota. Troops to report to Sioux Falls for mustering by regular officers. Marblehead prize at Key West not yet arrived.
London dispatches say Madrid advised the bombardment began before the cable cut. American shells had not yet hit the town proper, which is strongly defended, but native quarters were burning. European streets saw occasional shelling as batteries at Citadud and nearby forts answered the fire with considerable damage.
Madrid May 3 reporters say cabinet turmoil could flare within a few hours as a vote to dismiss the minister of justice is expected in the cortes today. Strong party lines and quick action are anticipated in the parliamentary session.
A package found in a Springfield Illinois box contained a hazardous item described as devilish and dangerous. Experts testing the contents of the pack found nothing suspicious during an examination of equipment in the exposition building where the regiment is quartered. No clues identify who placed the infernal object.
An encoded report states Spain plans to press its naval might against the United States without surrender. Martial law limits press and government says Spain will unify its naval strength for a concerted campaign abroad.
Yankton's C company left Northwestern depot at 9 o'clock for Sioux Falls on a special train amid a large crowd. Washington Guards and city groups led the farewell, as a reception at the post house honored the company with speeches and a silk flag presented by the Ladies Relief corps.
An American diplomat of prominence says Europe will intervene soon and the United States will welcome it. The diplomat, quoted from Parvin on May 1, asserts confidence in imminent European action and America’s readiness to receive or support such intervention.
Inquiry in Manila reveals the last interruption of cable service to Manila occurred at 6 oclock Monday evening with no further messages received since. The Telegraph Company of the city is investigating the outage affecting the London lines and street connections.
The Minnesota Supreme Court affirms lower courts denying Hvidgemann any claim to the house or the land it stands on. A house erected on another’s land becomes part of the property, and removal would harm the land. The ruling upholds strict title ownership, urging builders to secure valid titles before construction. The decision notes hardship but rejects equitable relief for mistaken ownership.
A Detroit woman, Mrs. Atesanter B Clark of 417 Michigan Ave, describes her decades long battle with ovarian trouble and nerve distress. After unsuccessful doctors and operations she credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People with restoring strength, easing headaches and nervousness, and adding twenty six pounds, claiming renewed vitality and happiness.
A fragmented note promotes Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a remedy for chills fever constipation rheumatism dyspepsia and nervousness. It hints doctors and medical men discuss pay and labor but provides no clear event or persons.
Baltimore American offers home shoe dressing tips: rub orange on black shoes, brush to a gloss, use banana skin for tan shoes, wipe clean with soft cloth. Patent leather should not be waxed. clean with damp sponge and dry, then apply a little vaseline or sweet oil. Avoid exposure to heat or water.
A congressional committee discussed government spending and revenue estimates. Witnesses projected next two months expenditures around 80 million to 100 million dollars with potential revenue shortfalls due to war effects..
May 4 reports say the president will await Dewey's guidance before deciding on sending forces to Manila. Representative Granths introduces a resolution backing Dewey for admiral. A Spanish steamer Argonauta has not yet arrived at Key West, May 3. a small prize schooner Paco was brought in by the gas line.
A garbled reminiscence catalogues odd foods and old town sights with misspellings and faded details. It mentions orange roly poly float peach roeringue wine and references to old civic life and family kitchens, hinting at cultural habits and bygone events.
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