03 May 1898
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1898
Page
1
London reports amid May 2 to May 5 dispatches that Manila suffered shelling from US guns while Spanish batteries replied. Madrid cites no surrender and intent to press on with greater vigor. Spanish squadron preparations face funding issues and crew enlistment hurdles. Cable cut near Manila halts Manila news for up to a fortnight.
Herald special from Manila dated Monday recounts Commodore Dewey's squadron destroying the Spanish fleet in Manila Bay. The Olympia fired on forts and ships at Cavite while the fleet moved in, with heavy gunfire silencing Spanish vessels and lighting three ships aflame including an admiral's ship.
Commodore Dewey directs bombardment against land batteries at Carite after Filipino and American ships engage the Spanish squadron. The battle lasts about an hour and a half with the Spaniards offering stiff resistance. The American fleet suffers no clear damage and awaits governor general’s response before resuming bombardment tomorrow at 11:30 AM.
In Rome the pope expressed horror at the war news from Manila and said he wished he had died before witnessing such a conflict. The pontiff was deeply moved by the reports of casualties and devastation.
General Pandy orders Spanish withdrawal from Bayamo on April 25. Calixto Garcia seizes control and issues a proclamation offering protection to all inhabitants including Spaniards. Refugees flee toward Manzanillo as Spanish forces retreat from the town in the province of Santiago de Cuba.
The Topeka Commercial Club approves a May 1 patriotic day in the state capital to honor Commodore Dewey and the U S squadron at the Philippines. Committees will invite Governor McCrum and Mayor Fellows, urge railroads to provide reduced rates, and mobilize bands veterans and volunteers for a large procession while school children line the streets and wave flags. The event aims to unite Kansas communities in support of soldiers and mark a major Topeka celebration.
Washington May 2 cabinet meeting ends with plan to deploy a force to the Philippine Islands and seize possession. Officials indicate 5,000 troops initially to start within ten days as part of a firm stance on keeping control of the islands. The decision signals a continuation of U.S. occupation and will not be relinquished.
After Admiral Dewey's victory the Spanish naval presence in eastern waters is described as gone by American estimates. The Navy Department notes coal supply lines via a fort and lighthouse roughly 25 miles below the city, with modern guns. The fort threatens the line of supply but does not yet pose a serious menace to the American fleet above the city.
New York May 1 The Herald Washington special says Secretary Long acted at once to ease any coal shortage for the United States navy in the Pacific. Messages were sent to San Francisco authorities directing immediate measures to secure coal for ships and operations.
London May 2 Sir Thomas Henry Sanderson is named to succeed Sir Julian Pauncefote as British ambassador at Washington. Sanderson, KG, KCB, MGO, has long served as permanent under secretary for foreign affairs and held key posts under Lords Tennerden Derby and Granville. He is noted as one of Britain’s most experienced diplomats.
May 2 Madrid reports say essential papers warn the cabinet crisis is temporary. A motion of censure against the minister of marine is expected to be proposed in the cortes today.
Key West reports a U S cruiser Murhiehead has not arrived with a hit prize. The Spanish steamer Arronauta Valuable Law Library Destroyed F P Cochran attorney at Cottonwood Falls is in Tepeks today on legal business. Cochran says the Ure law library and the sccumoblation of ES were destroyed in a fire Saturday in that city.
The secretary of the treasury has sent to Congress, for inclusion in the urgent deficiency bill, estimates of appropriations needed by the navy department to provision vessels of the Asiatic squadron with coal, ammunition, and stores. The amount cited is 720,200,000.
Madrid reports May 1 to 10 as a precautionary measure with war bulletins confined to barracks and guards doubted.
A city assembly on Tuesday May 10 proclaims a day to celebrate Commodore Dewey and the U S squadron victory in the Philippine islands. It recommends issuance of hearty greeting to Kansas volunteers and directs the transportation committee to secure special rates from railroad companies. A committee including Major Charles A Fellows, Mr. E HM Crandall, and Major T J Anderson is appointed to seek cooperation from Governor Leedy and Major General McCormick.
Secretary Lone announced that upon official confirmation of Dewey's Manila victory, a cablegram of congratulations will be sent and he will be made admiral by executive order. The move follows earlier steps naming him acting admiral and signals a formal nomination later by the Senate.
Heavy firing was heard at Cape Race on Saturday night and the electrical wires have since been interrupted, report says. The incident disrupts communications as investigators seek the cause and assess damage.
Washington May 2 congress finalizes the fortifications appropriation bill after conference, carrying a total of 39.3 million dollars. The Senate and House both retreat from earlier added measures and settle on the agreed package, ending legislative dispute over new provisions.
The administration plans to occupy the Philippines with a strong force after Commodore Dewey reports, with at least 5,000 troops en route in ten days. Government aims to hold the islands for a war indemnity settlement with Spain, dispatching ships to supply Dewey’s squadron and ensuring ample coal and ammunition despite neutrality delays from China and Japan.
A Wall Street agency reports Hunt Korg Manila has fallen as stars and stripes wave over the Philippines, sparking fresh alarm over the war in the Pacific and signaling a dramatic shift in the theater of conflict.
Valparaiso Chile May 32 Chili has resolved to demand from Argentina a manner before June 15 to definitively solve the boundary question.
A vivid notice describes relentless rain or water ingress impacting trains at all times. The report emphasizes continuous disruption to service as passengers endure steady downpours and delays during day and night travel.
Eight volunteer companies from various parts of the state arrived at Camp Leedy today with twenty more to come. Arrivals included Atchison Lawrence Wichita Saline Leavenworth Pittsburg Parsons and Abilene units, each scheduled at different rail lines and times. An incident with a French missionary at Abilene caused a brief scene as volunteers assembled at the depot.
An Abilene recruiting unit arrived via Union Pacific led by Captain George Nie Watson. Officers not yet elected, but two Abilene men plan to enlist. Watson, ex U S Army, served seven years with Custer's Seventh Cavalry and the 18th Infantry at Wounded Knee and other campaigns. The roster lists Niles Wateen and Wim Faomolt Farris among members.
Two firms are due in Topeka about 4 PM with Vernon El Eggerett directing. The Wichita companies will land this afternoon arriving in suites corners land.
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