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Newspaper
Sioux County Bee
Location
Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1898
Page
27
The report notes calls from Spaniards, Germany seeking a coaling station, and Philippine insurgent activity. It cites Aguinaldo's leadership, insurgent strength, and debates over independence as Filipino delegates prepare amid new troop movements and colonial pressures.
Fragmentary OCR hints at a political notice listing Republican party candidates in the 1st district with mentions of the Second and Third districts and candidate names like Angus, Boutetly, and Towers. The text is incomplete and unclear.
Dispatches from Honolulu claim a widespread revolt in the Targlime Islands against Spanish rule. American gunboats and native forces clashed, with Spaniards retreating to fortifications and, in some reports, a lost gunboat Quiros. The movement appears to have seized several isles, though details remain uncertain.
Wreck occurred near Texarkana after a washout on Sunday noon. The Sulphur River rose eleven feet, blocking trains from Texas to Arkansas. a trestle failed, cars plunged into water, killing Professor Caldwell of Queen City and injuring J Cusheran of Fort Worth. Mail clerks and express staff suffered multiple injuries.
Private Trion of the Second Arkansas and two men from the Third Alabama negro regiment were badly shot during a riot in Anniston Alabama. Rebels from multiple regiments clashed with white soldiers using beer bottles rocks and sticks. White officers intervened with swords and pistols to restore order at the camp.
Surgeon General Sternberg outlined War Department plans to set up two large winter hospitals for troops. Fort Monroe will house a 500 bed hospital already ready, with an additional 4,000 bed facility to be built in timber barrack style for sailors and soldiers returning from Puerto Rico. Lieutenant Colonel Weedhall leads the medical unit and the reception is slated for next Friday.
Local council debates the city budget amid budget gaps and policy disputes. Officials push for reallocations while residents seek transparency on spending and revenue projections.
Dispatches from Camp Wilcott report General Miles ordering troops home as press reports claim Alger will keep them. Generals Shafeow Bates and Miles clash over authority. Hospitals are being emptied while some fever cases remain unmoved. transportable troops begin to depart as plans unfold.
A Washington dispatch reports Spain spent about 74.49 million dollars on colonies and war preparations since 1895. The article notes funds raised from bank loans and currency sales, with 180,131 soldiers and thousands of horses and guns deployed, and argues the navy suffered from scarce funding despite a sizable army.
A Cuban nationalist document urges all residents including Spaniards and locals to join a new Cuban party. It reviews the situation after the U S military occupation, outlines aims to organize and rebuild Cuba, and calls a convention of Ademites from across the island to perfect the party structure.
The 1595 95 miles data for Americ seaboard rail lines indicate mileage in operation rose to 134 603 total miles. Regional gains include New England 48.79 and North Atlantic 40. Southwestern and Pacific show notable increases. Freight ton miles up 14 516, passenger mileage up 2 953 7, earnings from freight up 9 37, share gains up 245 152 728, and funded debts up 9 percent.
A Washington dispatch reports pressure from U S officials and Cuban observers for Spain to accelerate the departure of Spanish troops from Cuba. Madrid seeks to balance retaining Cuba with available ships credit and funds as peace terms tighten. The administration favors a measured, dignified withdrawal while urging adherence to the forthcoming peace treaty timelines.
Reports indicate a genuine yellow fever case at a U S camp with surgeon confirmation. Charles Miner of the Nineth Regulars died Friday as the Alfonso steamer carrying Spanish officials sailed toward Puerto Rico and Cuba. General Henry's unit communication reached General Brooks detailing troop conditions and transport to Haryana.
Fragmented OCR describes a stabbing incident with phrases like stabbed through the heart and references to a victim and location. The readable text is incomplete but indicates a violent act and a public record note. No clear identities, date, or jurisdiction are established.
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