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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1898
Page
1
A vintage advertisement touts Syrup of Figs as a pleasant tasting, gentle yet prompt remedy for kidneys liver and bowels cleansing the system dispelling colds headaches and fevers and curing habitual constipation. It claims unique qualities and popularity with 50 cent bottles sold by leading druggists and promises prompt procurement if not in stock by any reliable druggist.
General Stewart L. Woodford United States minister to Spain arrived in Paris at 7 45 o clock with the accompanying party that left Madrid.
The Madrid correspondent of The Daily News reports the government has instructed Governor General Bilanco to declare the armistice in Cuban affairs.
The Daily Mail notes renewed patriotic demonstrations in Madrid with crowds marching after the guard returned from the palace. A Spanish flag was waved and the crowd paraded through key streets, cheering soldiers and assembling before the Military club, with no disorders reported.
The United States steamer Monadnock has left Valero California for Puget Sound. She sails in a coat of gray paint, and is not visible at sea 1,000 yards behind.
Philadelphia April 19 May 18 fixed as the launch date for the battleship Alabama now under construction at Cramps shipyard Senator Morgan’s daughter Miss Morgan will christen the ship named for her native state the ceremony expected in Philadelphia
The Shawmut, unloading coal in Portsmouth on April 19, is ordered to the Boston navy yard for conversion into an auxiliary cruiser. The steel tug Plymouth, belonging to the Reading line, has been taken by the government.
Colonel John S. Mosby, famed guerrilla leader and resident of San Francisco, wired General Miles seeking authority to raise a battalion or regiment of volunteers for special service on the front.
Brest France April 25 The Atlantic naval division of the French Northern squadron is ordered to keep in constant proximity to the Antilles during hostilities.
All quiet on the Havana front as vessels attempting entry are believed captured. Minne apolis and Columbia sit at ready points awaiting a call to aid the unprotected liner. The Dolphin and Eagle arrive from Key West with prize crews aboard. The blockade continues under favorable weather. only the British schooner Iolanthe of Windsor, N. S., was allowed to proceed.
Governors nationwide issue calls for immediate mobilization of state National Guard units. Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Colorado, Indiana, Delaware, Illinois, Minnesota, Iowa each announce regiments and units to assemble or move to designated locations from Mount Gretna to Springfield and Des Moines.
Boston April 27 The cruiser Minneapolis arrived off Cape Cod at dusk while the cruiser Columbia lies at Newport The United States government is placing the two ships at points to guard the Paris on her route from Grand Banks to New York The Paris will near Highland Light on Friday en route to Nantucket shoal light ship for her final 300 mile run to New York The Topeka slower cruiser is expected off the shoals by Friday or Saturday and should manage without aid.
The torpedo boat Foote under Lt. L. T. Rodgers was the first U.S. ship targeted by Spanish fire in the war. While sounding near Matanzas harbor in Cuba, a masked battery fired three shots that missed. The Foote reported the incident from the Cincinnati and planned to attack, but was held back.
Government officials in Jacksonville have arranged for an invasion of Cuba. Twenty leading Cuban physicians will travel with the army from the city, accompanied by 20 English-speaking interpreters. The plans were finalized during the day.
The steamer City of Washington arrived from Havana with 95 Cuban passengers, two-thirds women and children. It was the last vessel to depart Havana before the U S fleet blockade was established, sailing last Wednesday.
John B Moore, familiar with the office, was chosen as assistant secretary. He had served as second assistant under multiple administrations, showing continuity across political changes.
Washington April 27. Secretary Sherman’s resignation not yet effective as he delays leaving until Judge Day qualifies. John B. Moore of New York city named to succeed as assistant secretary. Moore, Columbia University international law professor, is warmly welcomed by state department staff after rising through the ranks under multiple administrations. He left the department to chair international law at Columbia three years ago, and his return is viewed as temporary due to reluctance to sever ties with the university.
Canton, April 27 Judge Day arrived from Washington at 10 26 on the Pennsylvania railroad. He will undoubtedly accept the position of secretary of state if nominated by the president and confirmed by the senate.
In Chickamauga Tennessee on April 27 reports indicate a U S army corps is nearly decided. It will consist of two cavalry divisions with three regiments each, two infantry divisions of four regiments each, and ten artillery batteries in a regiment. Additional regiments may arrive soon to form another division.
Fort Monro e April 27. The entrance to Hampton Roads is mined and a pacific blockade declared. The harbor is controlled by the U S army and no ship may enter between sunset and sunrise. A patrol fleet detains vessels outside the capes until daybreak. Barcelona April 26. Crowds surge in front of French and Mexican consulates amid intense activity.
The 30 knot Spanish torpedo boat destroyer Audaz passed Roches Point at 3 45 a m going seaward after three weeks in Queenstown drydock.
Key West Fla April 26 Ensign Christy and crew of 20 from the Detroit and flagship forces captured the Spanish steamer Catalina 12 miles from Havana after an eight mile chase. Catalina left Cadiz March 7 bound New Orleans to Barcelona via Havana carrying 6 000 bundles of staves. The steel vessel of 5291 gross tons 3051 net was seized following a sustained chase and a decisive shot.
The U S gunboat Helena captured the Spanish steamer Miguel Jover near Key West Florida The prize value is about 400000 with cargo valued at 150000 The Jover belonged to the Pinillo line Barcelona and was bound from New Orleans to Barcelona via Havana The ship with capacity 8500 tons triple expansion engines and electric lighting was classified A1 by Lloyds It had served as passenger as well as freight plying routes between Havana Malaga and Barcelona with calls at Santa Cruz de Tenerife Santa Cruz de la Palma and Las Palmas Grand Canary
London reports on April 22 that the Daily Telegraph states the United States government has purchased the Cunard Line ships Umbria and Etruria.
Cape Town April 22 Americans in the Transvaal offer to raise a force of 2000 men and cover transportation costs.
Mary L. Cummines of North Brookfield Massachusetts recounts a yearlong stomach catarrh with fluctuating hunger and severe pain. After taking Hood's Sarsaparilla her symptoms faded, strength returned, and she credits the remedy. The ad promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as the best blood purifier sold by druggists at $1, six for $5.
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