10 May 1898
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1898
Page
1
A report indicates the enemy fleet that had eluded pursuit near Cape Verde has suddenly appeared off Cadiz, Spain. Admiral Sampson had been seeking the fleet, which now returns to Spanish waters.
Washington reports the Cape Verde fleet arrived at Cadiz with four cruisers and torpedo boats. Cuban officials discuss naval strength, reforms, and the Manila battle as President Palma and Brigadier Nanez anticipate further conferences. War department mobilization shifts send Montana and Colorado units toward the Philippines. Indiana troops, two regiments and a battery, are ready to move. Governor Mount approves any assignment.
Washington May 10 naval offices had no knowledge of Admiral Samteri’s fleet as Secretary Lowy sought information before cabinet meetings. Inquiries about the navy directed to the ship Unis test and its speeds. A New York party including O S Belmont Schuyler Coats and Charlie A Moore with Lou planned to offer their services for a potential action, possibly a yacht, not disclosed.
Governor Leedy resists taking command and plans to turn over to Lieutenant Governor Harvey who may be named acting colonel of the third regiment. Issued appointments place Elteb of Wichita and Postmaster Fiter as majors. Unrest surrounds assignments as Hutchinson News editor Watson is named principal sergeant major of the Twenty-first regiment.
The volunteers recruited by W Lee Brown in Kansas Seventh district will join the Second Kansas Regiment as the Twenty first. Brown will serve as adjutant, and the Seventh district base will be placed in his regiment. Recruits come from Fort Lishone, Kingman, Wichita, Gentry Band and Larned, with other locations pending.
Fifty thousand soldiers are organized for immediate deployment to Cuba under General Miles who will lead the field. Thirty ships, each capable of carrying 25,000 men, are chartered today to transport the troops from Tampa. Spanish generals work to fortify a 100 mile front as the conflict intensifies.
The May 10 dispatches describe a rapid war department push to Cuba and the Philippines. General Miles to command the invading force from Tampa with divisions led by Wade Coppinger and Shafter. Volunteer corps of 38 infantry regiments and 6 artillery batteries prepare to depart Chickamauga for mobilization. Assistant Secretary Merkeljohn chartered about 20 ships to transport 25,000 troops. Gov Shaw in Des Moines orders two regiments to New Orleans, with the war effort moving swiftly nationwide.
A Ter Form from Adjutant General Corbin states the Secretary of War directs sending the regiment by seniority. The Fourth, Third and First regiments will follow in order if the rule is continued.
May 10 report from Cardenas via Key West details Spanish coast fortifications expanding from Bahke to Cardenas as blockading ships shell light batteries at night. Big guns at Havana and Matanzas dominate the coast, with telegraph lines disrupted by US ships to thwart communications and potential troop massing along the shore.
Emporia Kansas May 10 ex Lieutenant Governor D W Finney of Woodson chosen as temporary chairman with C E Carrol of Williamsee as secretary for the Fourth district Republican congression al convention. Balloting to begin late afternoon. Bent Murdock rumored as possible dark horse in case of deadlock. Judge L H Thomson of Burlingame urged as potential dark horse if stalemate occurs with R M Chilcott backing the plan.
The dispute between Governor Leedy and Lt. Clarke, the U.S. mustering officer in the city, over officer commissions. Clarke argued pensions or age over 45 barred service. Leedy asserted the governor can appoint any officer. Secretary Alger dispatched telegrams noting acceptable commissions and linking the two sides.
Key West authorities report the schooner Fernando captured by the Vicksburg and brought in. The Norwegian steamer Bratsburg, attempting to ram the blockade with cattle, also arrived. Mills-Adams Co in Kansas Avenue offers free pictures of the battleship Maine today.
On board the flagship Brooklyn off Fort Monroe May 10, ships bustle for an early move. New Orleans coal from lighters at 6 am and St Paul docked for 600 tons. Minneapolis tied up, Folger asserts a slow coast voyage is unfounded. Night battle call met with rapid crew response. guns ready within six minutes.
Key West reports two new vessels in harbor, the Spanish fishing schooner Fernandito captured by gunboat Vicksburg near Havana with six crew, and the Norwegian steamer Bratsberg stopped while attempting to run the blockade. The Mangrove tows both prizes, awaiting news from Rear Admiral Sampson as Cuban blockade holds steady.
A Washington dispatch to the Journal and Advertiser states Major General Fitzhugh Lee will be the first military governor of Cuba. He will serve as adviser to Secretary Alger for two weeks with a private office near the secretary, then proceed to Havana upon its capture to establish temporary rule until a republican government is formed by the Cubans.
In Austin a Mexican Toluca resident reports a Spanish plan to move 32 soldiers to Cuba halted by President Diaz. Spaniards in Mexico City raised funds to buy provisions for the Cuban army, shipped to Vera Cruz, but Diaz forbade export.
The minister of the interior received a dispatch from Mole St Nicholas claiming two American warships are at that location and a Spanish vessel is observed watching from offshore.
The Washington state Senate has concurred with the bill and sent it to the governor for signature. The measure aims to create immunity provisions for state officials, pending final action by the executive.
Capt. Gen. Bianco cabled Madrid on May 19 urgently requesting sizable provisions. The message signals growing demand for food and supplies amid ongoing operations, underscoring strain on local logistics and war efforts.
Arkansas City on May 10 hosted three hundred fifty five volunteers forming the first New Mexico volunteer cowboy cavalry battalion. Four troops, 40 men and 15 officers, including Majors Hersey and Massay, Captains Cooper and Cook, plus lieutenants Greene to Kelly, rode en route to San Antonio to be outfitted. Their slogan honored Teddy Roosevelt with banners reading Hurrah for Teddy Roosevelt and Remember the Maine. A private quipped he wants a Winchester rather than U S guns.
Chicago report notes Joseph Leiter restrained May wheat, keeping prices near yesterday's level. Bears rushed for cover, while Leiter remains the sole cash wheat holder with contracts to deliver. His grip on the market suggests large profits and potential higher prices for remaining shipments.
Chicago May 10 A dramatic wheat price drop pushed July futures from 125 to 106 cents a bushel amid heavy selling driven by scarce offerings and profit taking. A late rebound ended the day near 114 cents as traders cited foreign buying, Liverpool bakery demand, and possible India exports as factors behind the volatile session.
Visitors swarm Topeka for the day’s events as a 30 foot state house flag rises above the dome. Rain dampens elaborate decorations but red white and blue cloth stripes appear. Folks from many towns wear badges reading Remember the Maine and “What’s the matter with Dewey?” various slogans circulate. rope favors become popular and shopkeepers sell rope at five cents a foot. A new Citizens Bank of Topeka is formed as The Citizens’ State Bank of Topeka purchases the North Topeka institution, to be run by a longstanding local board.
Among the members of the Twenty second regiment who have gone to Camp Blank to enlist with war with Spain is Geo Thewey a private of Admiral Dewar He is a cousin of Dewey and serves in the unit Weather Indications Chicago May 10 For Kansas Fair tonight and Wednesday variable winds mostly southerly.
A Shanghai dispatch alleges Admiral Montejo of the Spanish fleet was killed by a mob in Mar hija as he fled Calvite with two sons. Hospitals burned, Spanish soldiers killed, and sisters of charity said to have died while aiding the wounded. Manila reports cite insurgents butchering women and children outside the city and accuse Spanish treachery in Cavite. Dewey’s forces are said to have blown mines in a channel after investigations, with insurgents seen as a growing danger as a warship remains at Manila Bay.
Rioters, led by women, swarmed Alicante and Valencia port city streets demanding cheaper bread. They attacked factories and storage facilities, burned furniture and archives, and looted warehouses after seizing wheat in storage. Gendarmes charged to disperse the mob, which briefly broke up before resuming violence.
Cadiz May 10 The crew of the German cruiser Oldenburg went ashore in Cadiz arm in arm with Spanish sailors from the battleship Pelayo. They paraded the waterfront and were greeted by cheering crowds as they waved flags and copies of the Pelayo.
New York May 10 Charles V Have myer 35 son of Theodore Have mer committed death by own action at his home to Roselyn He shut himself through the brain He leaves a wife and two children
Washington reports Miles and his entire star will depart for Tampa to join the first military expedition to Cuba as plans shift and a new phase opens for May.
Report indicates unrest in Alicante as rioters set bonded wagons ablaze. Authorities moved to restore order amid clashes as local residents gather around the burning site.
Shanghai reports serious riots last evening at Sahasi in Hope province. A customs house and several foreign buildings were burned. In related legal notes, D W Mulvane, proprietor of The Topeka Capital, and Nick Chiles face a damage suit against Joan R Mulvane and The Topeka Capital Co. with the jury instructed to return a verdict for the defendants.
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