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Newspaper
The Silver Messenger
Location
Challis, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1898
Page
3
The Klondike and Cuba Tec Tow and Anti Yellow Fever Company announces that due to the present war and danger of the Spanish fleet capturing the Klondike icebergs en route, its operations especially dividend payments will be indefinitely postponed.
Advertising column announces ex Senator John J Ingalls forthcoming book Americas War For Humanity published by N D Thompson Publishing Co St Louis Mo The work promises remarkable interest and salable appeal telling war history in picture and story showcasing Ingalls descriptive and analytical powers It is described as a monumental work to outlive his senatorial career and a boon to subscription book trade and canvassing agents.
A eulogy notes the infant Klondike boom has ended after a tale of foolishness and fraud. Died from exposure to the cold world, the child is remembered by those it touched, with grief and sympathy spreading among readers in Seattle and Portland.
The Ketchum Keystone notes Judge C. O. Stockslager as a possible candidate for Supreme Judge on a Silver Union ticket. Though not a Silver Republican, supporters say his long district record qualifies him for the State Supreme Bench and would yield a jurist to be proud of.
A terse inquiry questions whether the Spanish fleet is secured or has escaped. The note reflects fluctuating reports on naval status with emphasis on uncertainty and timing.
Elmore County would back Judge Stockslager for the silver union Supreme Judge nomination if he sought it. The Hlmore Bulletin notes his possible nomination would unite a strong delegation and likely win by a large majority, transforming the bench into an honor rather than a disgrace.
A veteran father speaks to his son Jim about enlisting, warning that war is deadly and no picnic. He recalls his own urge to fight, cites General Sherman, and urges courage while acknowledging the pain it brings to family. The dialogue ends with pride and blessing for the boy’s decision.
A Spanish official states there is no change in ship location while a cabinet member presses on the wording of a prior report about whether the fleet is on or in the Pacific, seeking clarification on the geographic placement. The exchange hints at strategic positioning during ongoing discussions.
The article describes several approaches to neutralize harbor mines. It details towing explosive and simple grapnels to snag cables, triggering charges from the vessel, and using a second grapnel to finish severing frayed lines. It notes undersea decoys such as dummy mines, decoy cables, chains, and false bodies to mislead countermining efforts.
Dispatches report an invasion of Cuba will begin immediately. The claim cites imminent military action and coordinated steps, with authorities and observers awaiting confirmation from official sources.
John Millich as administrator announces creditors and all persons with claims against the Nick Millich estate must present them with vouchers within four months of the first publication. Claims should be sent to the administrator at his Bayhorse Idaho address, Custer County. First published June 7.
A chaotic wartime bulletin reports Admiral Sampson’s squadron to be shipped by flatcar to San Francisco for reinforcement of Dewey. It notes a volunteer battalion forming in Chat ham square, rumors of contraband Manila paper, a man arrested as a spy, and other civic and bizarre items before promising fuller denial in tomorrow’s paper.
The Third regiment with W J Bryan as a private is now full and will be offered to the federal government. Bryan anticipated leading the regiment in battle, but Washington’s orders disrupted that plan and McKinley’s circle would not appoint him colonel. The public dispute frames Bryan’s patriotism versus political opposition as history in the making.
Admiral Cervera's squadron is reported trapped inside Santiago harbor on Cuba's southeast coast. The Spanish fleet, unable to send munitions or supplies to General Blanco, is bottled up by Commodore Schley's superior American fleet, weakening offensive options against Spanish-Cuban forts.
The article notes a powerful American blockade squadron ready before Santiago to back U S troops in Cuba movement. It asserts the fleet is strong enough for practical purposes and will not hinder army operations or reduce effectiveness of co operation with the army.
The Prohibitionists of Idaho nominate Governor Mrs L P Johnson Bingham county Lieut Gov James Ballentine Boise Supt Public Instruction I N Reynolds Canyon Secretary of State Rev J W Knott Bannock Treasurer J J Anthony Latah Attorney General William A Auditor Mrs Naomi McD Phelps Ada Inspector of Mines David Farmer Owyhee Reiter in Congress Rev W J Boone Canyon The platform pledges to seek prohibition and opposes legalized saloons and supports equal rights for women urging their votes to protect homes from the enemy.
A Salt Lake Herald list shows fathers of favored officers including sons of Grant Hayes Harrison Blaine and others. The Army and Navy Register criticizes politically chosen youths for low experience, calling it unjust and discouraging to seasoned officers.
Dyspepsia from excess pig and cake afflicted Idaho volunteers in San Francisco. The group faces a nightmare phase but expects the memory of the pie and cake to fade into pleasant thoughts as time passes.
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