Surrender of Santiago Reported by War Department
July 16 dispatches from Washington note the Spanish surrender at Santiago with Gen. Toral’s troops and territory to fall under U S control. Messages from McKinley and Alger praise Shafter and his troops and pledge support for wounded sailors and continued operations toward Canary Islands.
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Surrender of Santiago Tops Spain War News
Washington dispatch reports the fall of Santiago de Cuba to American forces marks a crucial milestone in the war. Spain may seek settlement terms via a friendly power as U S forces prepare for prisoner transport and port duties in Porto Rico. Major General Miles' and Brooke's commands coordinate defense and logistics amid yellow fever concerns.
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Knights of Pythias Parade Prize Question Explained
Secretary Bowers of the Knights of Pythias executive committee answers inquiries from divisions and lodges nationwide about prizes for lodges with the highest parade participation on August 25. He clarifies that prizes go to lodges with the largest percentage of membership participating, counting all subordinate lodge members including uniform rank participants in the parade.
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Martial law enforced in Madrid restricts writings and assemblies
Madrid decrees suspend constitutional guarantees and bans meetings without military consent. Censored writings and designs require authorization. Sagasta says Cuba talks were handled by General Toeral. Cadiz eyes Commodore Watson’s squadron amid tension as war continues.
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Our Own Boys to Leave for Porto Rico and Guantanamo
The article reports that prisoners will be moved to avoid fever, with a small U S force guarding them. General Miles plans an expedition to seize Porto Rico within a week, aided by Admiral Sampson. Navy vessels will blockade and support disembarkation, while troops may be moved to Porto Rico or New England to avoid yellow fever in Santiago.
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Proposals for Banks Across Territories Include Porto Rico Manila and Havana
Provisional applications received by Comptroller Dawes for two first national banks at Honolulu and single banks at Porto Rico Manila and Havana. Plans remain pending and may be reconsidered if territories become part of the United States. In Topeka Judge Foster bars the state insurance chief from revoking Connecticut Fire Insurance license and blocking its business in Kansas. In Pompton Lake New Jersey nine killed in Laflin and Rand powder works explosion. two missing residents later found safe, with a six week expected shutdown.
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Spanish decree. Tangier steamer ends next week
A small steamer plying between this port and Tangier will cease operations next week. Retiring United States consul Frank Partridge will stay in Gibraltar until his successor arrives. Reports from London note a royal decree suspending constitutional rights may spark only limited domestic disruption.
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