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Newspaper
Sioux County Bee
Location
Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1898
Page
8
An old advertisement mix notes Hood's Sarsaparilla as proven by testimonials while mocking experiments. It references daffodils verse, various remedies, and notices about teething products, catarrh cures, and a Spanish naval blockade context. The piece reads like a collage of 19th century market claims and unrelated excerpts.
Use yesterday's boiled chicken water in a saucepan with giblets and bones, add a quart of water two tablespoons rice a medium onion halved, simmer until reduced to a pint and a half. Skim bones and vegetables, add any remaining chicken diced, boil briefly and serve to four.
A Madrid dispatch to the Journal and Advertiser quotes Queen Regent Christina expressing national resolve and a willingness to shed blood to defend Spain. She notes Europe’s sympathy, rejects American motives, and hopes for intervention if a first battle proves significant. She stresses unity, duty, and the burden on Spain’s throne amid rising tensions with the United States.
Vallejo California May 5 report says the cruiser Charleston will be commissioned Thursday and immediately sail for the Philippines. The ship heads to the Orient under Navy authority.
Key West reporting May 5 indicates Rear Admiral Sampson’s fleet is readying for action with battleships New York Indiana Iowa Cincinnati Detroit and Marblehead returning with prize Argonauts. The squadron, aided by Puritan Amphitrite and the Red Cross State of Texas, prepares for possible landing cover at Matanzas while Iowa is detached to the flying squadron and various ships coal up for a long operation.
Washington May 4 French ships Dubordieu Fulton and Geoule de Genouilly were reported in Cuban waters near Havana. France anticipates a bombardment of Havana and would bring French subjects aboard the squadron if Admiral Sampson orders bombarding. State department asserts French neutrality and aims to protect French citizens in Cuba.
London papers and provincial journals offer warm tributes to Commodore Dewey and the American fleet at Manila. The Leeds Mercury commends the squadron’s skill and bold entry into the bay at night. The Bradford Observer calls the exploit singularly daring and destined for naval history.
Senators from North Dakota South Dakota Montana and Nebraska met at the war department to fix the quota for the Grigsby Cowboys regiment. South Dakota provides five troops North Dakota two Montana four and Nebraska one totaling twelve. The lieutenant colonelcy remains to be filled likely by Montana's governor. Sioux Falls will host the rendezvous for muster and examination by regular army officers.
Marblehead not yet arrived with the big prize as reported in a terse sea dispatch noting Nee Yeo reached Key West in May while the Marblehead remains at large custody of the prize.
London May 4 Madrid special states the Spanish government had advices of the bombardment of Manila before the cable cut. The message notes American shells had not yet hit the town proper, only outlying native quarters in flames. European streets saw a few shells and the forts near Citas were replying vigorously, causing damage.
Madrid newspapers say the cabinet crisis can be postponed only hours. A censure vote on the minister of marine will be raised in the cortes today.
A package of dynamite was found in a company box at Springfield Illinois. Experts tested the contents and declared it dynamite. A formal examination of the exposition building bays found no suspicions. No crew or person identified as responsible emerges yet.
Madrid May 4 report that Sapasla will inform the cortez on behalf of the queen that Spain intends to wage war to the bitter end. Martial law prohibits war news, no surrender. authorities plan a united naval effort against the United States.
Yankton South Dakota May 4 nine o clock this morning the company left the Northwestern depot on a special train for Sioux Falls amid a vast crowd. City council G A Repost Lady Washington Guards and school children led the farewell procession with band and martial music. A farewell reception was held at the opera house last night with the Ladies Relief Corps presenting a new silk flag. The company is expected to arrive with more men than any other unit.
Paris May 4 American diplomat of prominence here says European intervention is almost certain and the United States will be ready to welcome it. The remark reflects growing anticipation of a shift in alliance and foreign policy as tensions in Europe rise.
London reports the Eastern Telegraph company says the last Manila message was sent at 6 o clock Monday evening and no further messages have been received since. The interruption halts cable service between Manila and London with no new transmissions to date.
Senate Finance Committee hears Gage on adding bond issuance authority to the war revenue bill. He warns two months may boost government spending by 50 million dollars and treasury funds, aside from profit reserve, will be exhausted. He expects revenues to fall due to the war and urges bond authorization.
The president will await advices from Dewey before deciding on sending troops to Manila. Representative Grout introduced a resolution thanking Dewey and promoting him to admiral. At Key West the Marblehead has not arrived with the prize steamer Argonauta, Cas tine brought a small prize schooner Paco.
Minnesota Supreme Court rules Bridgemann cannot claim title to a house built on another's land or obtain a lien on the lot. The structure becomes part of the land, and the landowner retains ownership. The decision emphasizes strict property principles, urging builders to secure valid title and suggesting compensation may be due on moral grounds.
Short ad style notice urging invalids to use Flostetter's Stomach Bitters before needing medical help. Claims include relief from chills fever constipation rheumatism dyspepsia and nervousness with regular use. Mentions nurses and doctors in critique of pay and work.
Orange juice is praised as a dressings for black shoes or boots. Rub a slice on the surface and brush once dry to shine like a looking glass. Banana skin is suggested for tan shoes. Avoid polish on patent leather. clean with a damp sponge and dry, with occasional vaseline or sweet oil. Do not wear patent leather in cold weather.
A Detroit woman, Mrs. Alexander Clark, describes years of ovarian trouble with headaches, fainting spells, and nervous turmoil. After unsuccessful operations and treatments, she credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People with restoring health, vitality, and happiness, claiming weight gain and renewed vigor.
A humorous beached lament on changing tastes as traditional salads and familiar dishes fade away. The speaker notes a drift toward fancy fare while simple, nourishing meals vanish from the table, blaming a lack of easy, wholesome options amid social shifts.
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