29 Jul 1898
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1898
Page
1
Special to Evening Journal reports Manila's fall to Dewey confirmed by Madrid telegrams while U. S. officials urge caution awaiting official word. Updates cover Shafter troops, Miles dispatches, yellow fever stance, and coast defenses as nations prepare.
Passenger train No. 6 on the Northwestern collided with four box cars blown from a side track near Eagle Grove Iowa Engineer Charles Shaffer of Magie Grove was killed and the fireman severely injured The fireman witnessed the death and went insane rushing through Eagle Grove before being captured and placed in a hotel in precarious condition
A father George Cooper and his 18 year old son drowned in the White River as the boy sank after crying out for help. The father leaped in to save him but cramps seized him and both disappeared. The mother wailed from the bank as the tragedy unfolded.
Chicago reports President Eusten of the National Linseed Oil Co says no financial danger exists and quick assets can cover liabilities. Other dispatches note Spiritualist camp attendance rising in Chesterfield Indiana and weather-related fatalities in Blue Earth City Minnesota.
President shows a fixed stance in talks with Spain. He will keep a coaling station and surrounding land to sustain it, while relinquishing the Philippines. Senate action and possible extra session loom as peace moves proceed.
A Citizens Savings Bank message quotes Marshall Field urging young earners to start saving from their first wages. The note emphasizes that early saving builds economy in small matters and prepares for larger duties later in life.
Officials debate independence for the Philippines as a condition for Spanish rule, with a possible cabinet vote next Tuesday. Madrid reports hint at peace terms approved by Spain, easing early-day dismay as Dewey Merritt Miles and Watson persevere in their advance and strategy in the Caribbean and Pacific theaters.
Manitowoc Wis July 29 James L Hempton shot and killed his wife then tried to shoot himself. He had maltreated her and threatened her life, the couple had separate fights and she sought divorce. The 10 year old daughter Ela assisted in obtaining clothes before the murder.
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