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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1898
Page
5
American Marines clash with a sizable force of Spanish regulars in a sharp skirmish overseas. The engagement sees casualties on both sides as commanders push for tactical gains along a contested frontier. Nations weigh the outcome amid ongoing tensions and diplomatic signaling.
Lieutenant Colonel Huntington's battalion fought guerrillas and regulars from 5 pm Saturday until 6 am Sunday near Guantanamo. Four Marines were killed and one wounded, with Lt. Col. Huntington noting unaccounted advance pickets. Captain Spicer's company stalled the attack, and bodies show close-range firing. The Spanish losses remain unknown.
Washington June 15 Arrangements for a second invasion expedition from the United States toward the West Indies are being hurried at the war department. Officials indicate the Tampa embarkation showed that other ports with better rail and logistical facilities are more suitable for concentrating troops and loading ships.
Maprio June 9 In the chamber of deputies Captain Amnon minister of marine read Admiral Cervera dispatch and a Blanco message that General Linares repulsed an American landing at Aguadores The senate after hearing the dispatch unanimously resolved to congratulate the army and navy.
San Francisco reports Rear Admiral Kirkland ordered rapid work on the gunboat Yorktown. The cruiser Philadelphia will be commissioned July 1, and Yorktown ready in about two months. Torpedo boats Rowan and Davis are to be tested or launched in Portland. they, with Philadelphia and Yorktown, will provide coast protection.
Maprio June 18. In the chamber of deputies Senor Romero Giron minister for the colonies said the government had given no instructions to Captain General Augusti about what to do if obliged to surrender. He did not specify whether any guidance covered talks with Admiral Dewey or Aguinaldo.
An American was arrested at Algeciras on the Bay of Gibraltar charged with possessing plans of Cadiz fortifications. The report notes the seizure occurred last night and ties the man to the Cadiz defenses.
South Dakota G A R Canton S D June nine two thousand people attend the 15th annual encampment of the G A R of South Dakota the Woman's Relief and Sons of Veterans with many distinguished veterans present.
Madrid reports foreign peace pleas rejected by generals who say Spain can fight Cuba for two years. Government forces plan to pursue the war to the bitter end. Dispatches from Cuba warn yellow fever hits Rear Admiral Sampson’s fleet in Santiago de Cuba.
J. H. Smirn M D announces the opening of a medical office above Rick's drug store in Hu Ron. He notes thirty years of continuous practice since graduation and offers his services in medicine and surgery, respectfully soliciting a share of local patronage.
The Agricultural Insurance Co. pays losses in full and reduces cost of insurance to the minimum. Farmers seek hail insurance as demand grows. Good hail insurance costs only 35 cents per acre. J. C. Milne is the agent in Huron.
On May 3 17 June 7 and 21 the North Western Line will sell Home Seekers excursion tickets at low rates to many western and southern points with favorable time limits. For tickets and full information apply to agents Chicago and North Western Railway.
Milne J C acts as agent stating that part of premiums are returned to insureds when not required to pay losses, indicating policyholders may receive a share of excess funds.
Tickets for the Omaha Exposition excursion via the North Western Line go on sale daily starting June 1. Ticket limits allow longer or shorter sojourns according to rate. The exposition is described as well worth seeing, and agents of the Chicago and North Western Railway can provide further information.
A home institution operates on a mutual basis where insureds pay only the actual cost of insurance. J.C. Milne is identified as the agent for this arrangement.
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