Peace Terms Proposed by United States Cabine t
Washington July 29 The cabinet considers terms for peace with Spain including absolute cession of Porto Rico relinquishment of sovereignty in Cuba and the islands near Cuba and Porto Rico with a Philippine coaling station and possible Manila development The note from Spain is described as evasive and the United States intends to present a direct ultimatum rather than protracted diplomacy The discussion notes retention of the Philippines under joint disposition and emphasis on guarantees of certain reforms in the islands
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Philippine Islands
Spaniards in Santiago Extend Notable Hospitality to Americans
Correspondent describes cheerful reception of American troops in Santiago de Cuba. Spaniards provide cigarettes and sweets as soldiers tour the city, with friendly waves and smiles contrasted by a few affronted glances from some junior officers. Reports note Spanish transports and hospital ships leaving Martinique and Cadiz, with plans to embark prisoners by August 15 and family accommodations approved by Gen. Shafter. news discusses possible fall of Manila and Merritt’s arrival, plus tension over surrender and Philippine strategy.
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Associated Press
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Beiter
Martinique
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Cadiz
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Neiniiie
Peace prospects and imperial policy in Cuba and Porto Rico
Dispatches from Madrid and New York discuss possible peace terms and U S plans in the Caribbean. Reports suggest Spain resists transferring debts and favors direct talks with the United States, while hints of an international conference on the Philippines appear unlikely.
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Correspondencia
Sure Today
Thas
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Gome
United States
Havana Hunger Drives Spanish Peace Offer
Horatio S. Rubens, counsel for the Cuban Junta, says Havana’s food supply will last about two weeks, with 509,000 civilians and 60,000 to 60,000 soldiers in the city. Only two steamers have breached the blockade, cargo limited, while shortages threaten vast suffering amid looted homes and disrupted lives. He predicts American aid will compel Spain to side with Cuban interests.
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Madrid
Shafter Claims Credit For Santiago Campaign Terms
General Shafter states the United States War Department did not interfere with the campaign and would bear sole fault if it failed. He notes the department only ratified surrender terms and stresses no hindrance from Washington.
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Manila Surrender Rumor Tied to Spanish Rulings and Dewey
A Madrid to New York telegram claims Manila has surrendered to Admiral Dewey, with Washington doubtful of the news. The war department expects Manila’s capitulation may have occurred to curb insurgent encroachment as American forces approach, while Spanish dispatches hint at shifts in Philippine command and jurisdiction related to August.
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Aguinaldo envoy cites no Manila surrender in Hong Kong cable
London dispatch notes Aguinaldo’s agent reports no Manila capitulation to Admiral Dewey. Also, Kansas grasshopper concerns address Secretary Coburn. Norton county letter from Delivale states grasshopper depredations are not as severe as last year according to Kansas City Star reports.
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Norton County
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Delivale
Port of Ponce Surrenders to American Forces in Porto Rico
The port of Ponce on the island of Porto Rico capitulated to Commodore Davin of the Dixie on Wednesday with no resistance. American troops entered, were welcomed by locals, and miles with General Ernst’s brigade moved toward Ponce. The campaign was described as short and vigorous, with several engagements and no American fatalities.
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Henry
Guinica
Tuekduy
Armerican
Massachusetts
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Garretson
Diinois
Yauco
Barret
James Drummond
BC. Garry
Miles Sey
Appeal to McKinley on Philippines loyalty and rights
Natives of the Philippine islands and British subjects with interests there appeal to President McKinley and Senator Davis. They urge not to abandon the islands for Spain and Spain’s proposed government, stressing loyalty to America and asking joint action to honor promises and protect inhabitants.
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France
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McKinley
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Byatt
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Dayle
Karnival Knights Plan Quincy Street Fair Proposal
The Karnival Knights meet at the Commercial club to discuss a two day outdoor fair on Quincy Street from Seventh to Tenth, with three blocks for booths, a band area, and midway. John Waters suggests using Seventh to Eighth for booths, Eighth to Ninth for concerts, and Ninth to Tenth for a village midway, a plan similar to others’ proven success. Also notices Topeka Lodge No. 40, LO, OF, invites members and wives to a July 20 meeting to organize relief efforts, with Miller as secretary.
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