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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1898
Page
1
Judee Day defends the Science Treaty amid Spanish jabs while House Speaker Thomas B. Reed warns expansion may reach its limit unless a larger chair is bought. Spain accepts terms but delays signing to preserve its stubborn image as it slides on the toboggan, greased by failures.
The Madrid Unparcial mocks Washingtons plan to fully restore ties with Spain asking if the U S will issue a new ultimatum under the guise of friendship. It suggests the United States could worsen its stance toward Spain amid diplomatic rhetoric.
The London Saturday Review condemns the slobbering cant and hypocritical bilge surrounding the US and Britain. It asserts frankness and mutual material interests should guide the rapprochement rather than empty sentiment.
A Madrid journal vents great indignation over a press reference to the destruction of the Maine in Havana harbor. The piece argues Spaniards may not admit U S resolve to remember the Maine, asserting they have not yet taken careful measures.
In France a growing opinion warns that military authorities have seized civil and judicial powers. The dominant conclusion favors establishing a military government under Premier Dupuy. Observers fear this move signals a decisive shift away from civilian rule.
Reverend AL PL Media representing the American Bible Society sailed to Puerto Rico with Spanish printed maps and portions for distribution among the inhabitants. It marks the first such mission aimed at introducing Protestant public worship to the island.
A historic navy personnel proposal outlines retirement reforms and a timeline for reviving service enlistments. It aims to maintain aircraft readiness by reassigning officers and appointing a reviewing body to oversee reentry and post service plans. The bill emphasizes orderly transition and career retention within the armed forces.
An elder Spanish observer recounted to an American guest that a hostile rush would meet stiff resistance. Spaniards warned against a strong government by the United States, while returning soldiers offered favorable reports of American troops and their discipline.
The United States stance has drawn keen interest from the German government and press. While maintaining its policies, the administration has not publicly stated positions or dates. Newspapers agree the U S will soon be a serious factor in European peace and politics as a colonial power with growing influence.
The text argues the Alabama House debate over approving a president speaking on postwar erasure of sectionalism. It notes the selection of B 800 of Alabama, a Confederate fighter, as major general, enabling him to display valor at Santiago. It mentions Witzhugh Lee, Butler, Rosser, and Oates as other Confederate officers honored, urging balance.
In the Senate on the 6th Mr West introduced resolutions denying federal power to acquire and hold colonies and a bill amending navigation laws spurred debate led by West and Caffery. House approved resolutions for distribution of the president message and reported army navy deficiency and Hawaiian commission bill. Senate on the 7th adjourned after memorial notices. House passed an urgent bill to support military and civilian establishments with amendments. Personal notes mention Porter, McCullinett, Gen. Joubert, and other items including transfers of Gen. Grant's remains and port incidents.
The St Louis and San Francisco directors declare a ten annual dividend of two percent on first preferred stock payable January 6. Americans hold nearly 15,000 Spanish soldiers as prisoners captured at Manila. They are on parole around the city and must be returned to Spain. peace commissioners in Paris must settle the matter.
Filipino insurgents seized Iloilo trenches while Spanish forces held one last post after December visits. Insurgents around Toil reportedly repulsed with heavy losses on December 6. Detroit officials demand resignation of Police Commissioner Ralph Phelps Jr. over law enforcement and vice crackdown. Cuban General Calisto Garcia arrived in Washington but died from pneumonia at an advanced age. Naval actions include Tongkhong reconstruction orders for Don Juan de Austria Isla de Cuba and Isla de Luzern. Sanitary conditions in Sambud Porto Rico flagged. Costa Rican President Rafael Iglesias sailed from New York to France aboard the Grcsorne amid cordial reception. Secretary of the Navy withholds information from American naval affairs for European governments.
Court circles report Prince George of Greece engaged to Princess Victoria of Wales. Abbie L Marble sister-in-law of James G Blaine killed in a runaway at San Leandro. Wellesley trustees announce a $50 000 gift from the late Charles T Wilder. The president invited to attend the Sons of the American Revolution celebration in Detroit next summer. Britain to complete the Soudan railroad to Shartoum 180 miles to go. Bellboy Forest Sakee heir to 25000 left by James T Spaulding. Rebel movements near Uravil checked by frontier troops. Gen John J Dupuy ex Confederate leader dies in Memphis. Louisiana purchase centennial celebration planned for 1903. Turquoise King of the Darillas murdered near El Paso. Col Thomas W Sherley Kentucky distiller dies in Louisville. American Directory Publishers association formed in Cleveland. Ha ven elected secretary of the board of the American Line. Commodore Philip seeks assignment as inspector at Boston navy yard.
A Chicago era obituary roundup lists John I Roper of Carlyle and Col T M Rogers of Quincy among noted Illinois figures, along with deaths of Dennis Kenyon near McLean, German leader Charles Humpeler of Vandalia, and other prominent residents. Separate notices report A C Mitchell of Enfield found dead, Hess of Saline County, Mrs P O Wilborn of Sycamore, and Abraham Kinuk of Jacksonville. Dispatches note a child’s accidental death, an educator appointment at Eastern Illinois Normal, a suicide by Mrs James Mann, a creosote tragedy in Kewanee, and a brakeman killed near Shelbyville. Jewelry theft and other local incidents close the column.
Madrid reports government approves Senor Montero Rios protests filed at Paris against US treatment of Cuba and Porto Rico securities, the Maine incident, and the Philippines ultimatum. Commentary notes negotiations and indemnity plans, with mixed editorial reactions and calls for arbitration.
Conflicting dispatches describeInsurgents attacking Ueile in the Viravas group on December 1. Insurgents reportedly captured most Spanish trenches while warnings spread to evacuate women and children. Spanish authorities report looting and disobedience, with efforts to restrain actions amid fears of renewed attacks and civilian danger.
Gen Calixto Garcia Cuban veteran who came to confer with American authorities died at ten yesterday morning after several days of pneumonia. His advanced age left little hope of recovery from the start.
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