02 Jul 1898
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Newspaper
Weekly Call
Location
Troy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1898
Page
1
The Weekly Call asserts Spain would only accept peace if allowed to retain all colonies. It argues Spain must seize Cuba or the Philippines if desired, claiming colonial possession is only theoretical now. The piece notes Spaniards win through defeat and predicts an upcoming, painful reckoning for their sophistry.
The Vesuvius fires shells packed with gun cotton as European officers monitor closely. Spaniards at Santiago believe the vessel is filled with condensed earth quakes, sparking wide interest and speculation.
Several nations express concern over American plans for the Philippines. The reply says the U S will do what is considered right and avoid risking a great battle with Spain or allowing another nation to seize victory. The United States asserts it is not Japan.
Lieut Hopson, famed for Santiago, faces abuse in eastern papers for smoking. Supporters argue a man who risked death for his country should freely smoke, drink, and dress as he pleases without cranky reproach.
The report notes the Merrimac lay sunk in Santiago pass enough to allow Cervera’s ships free passage if attempted. It credits Hobson and his crew for sinking the craft while arguing the maneuver confirms Cervera would attempt an exit if not deterred.
A reader argues that Spain would rather submit to amputation than die, asserting it is better to yield colonies than lose political existence, noting Spain has endured amputations repeatedly and should accept the inevitable without fuss.
The Cadiz fleet came back to Cadiz sooner than anticipated marking the third or fourth advance and retreat. Outside Spain, many expected its return, yet few predicted the swift reversal. Each move has been met with solemn ceremonies and vast public enthusiasm, accompanied by strong threats toward the Yankees, but these promises are deemed bluff and not credible.
The account notes US soldiers in Guantanamo engaging a foe that hides as vegetation and foliage. It highlights the difficulty of spotting disguised adversaries amid intense heat and dense brush, with soldiers delaying fire to avoid misidentifying threats.
The article notes a substantial Spanish force in Santiago de Cuba province and warns that victory may not be easy. General Shafter benefits from Cuban scouts and guides whose local knowledge will aid operations.
The piece criticizes self styled organizers who seek newspaper notice by forming soldier companies. It argues many are ignorant of enlistment rules and volunteer service conditions. It warns that true service requires honest entry through proper channels, not covert schemes or efforts to gain glory.
Iris notes the senate may annex Hawaii through a treaty requiring two thirds, with the president, or via a resolution by a simple majority in which the house shares the honor with the senate. many senators prefer the treaty method for the greater outside support.
The senate discussed Hawaiian annexation on the 20th with Morrill and Bacon opposing. A test vote favored annexation 44 to 15. The house passed the general deficiency bill and conducted District of Columbia business. Subsequent days covered more Hawaii debate, district issues, and various minor bills.
Senator Foraker proposes a six regiment division of colored immunes to be raised nationwide with presidential appointees. Ohio Republicans nominate Kinney Spear Allen Blackburn Johnson. Faure to form cabinet. Cadiz squadron in Mediterranean. Langhorne dies. King Alfonso confirmed. Fram sails with Sverdrup expedition. Admiral Sampson maintains direct navy department contact via cable.
At Flushing Michigan on the 22d a boat carrying young people capsized in the Flint river. Chauncey Cook aged 18 Lulu Loup 14 Odalina Loup 16 and Mildred Packard age two were drowned. Arthur Maxwell 20 died while attempting rescue. Also on the 22d Martin Thorn was sentenced to be executed the week of August 1 for murder at Woodside Long Island. On the 24th flames destroyed the Jacques Manufacturing Co four story brick building in Chicago with a $75 000 loss. Pipeman Florence McAuliffe fatally injured by an explosion eight other firemen injured.
Reports recount a typhoon impact near Port Arthur where a Chinese torpedo boat destroyer ran aground and 130 sailors perished. In Trenton Indiana Perry Elliott killed Effie Kelly then shot himself after seeing her with a younger man. Elliott died in an adjacent room as investigators note jealousy as motive.
Treasury notes show June balance of 187,525,617 dollars while reports from the Caribbean note Santiago de Cuba nearing complete investment by land and sea. Admiral Sampson tightens the southern Cuban coast blockade as yellow fever hits Santiago expedition members and USS transports move toward Honolulu. Meanwhile Ohio upholds the Pugh law, and Roosevelt’s Rough Riders suffer casualties in a morning ambush near Shafter’s advance.
Telegram items note the Senate adopting the conference report on the sundry civil appropriations bill as reported by Mr. Allison. The Hawaiian annexation issue followed with Mr. Turley opposing the New Lands resolution. The House was not in session.
Mrs Guy McCurdy of Bloomington dies suddenly. She was the daughter of Alonzo Burr and a prominent young woman. Mrs Greging Jarding, one of Morgan counties oldest residents, dies at her Jacksonville area home. Born on Madeira. Mrs James B Abrams lived in Macon county for over sixty years. N O Darnall, pioneer settler and well known agriculturist near Fairbury, dies aged 60. Dr T N Cunningham, northern Illinois physician at Princeton, dies aged 54. Otis B Colcord, prominent Greenville citizen and one of the oldest settlers, dies at 80.
Edward B. Dreyer of Chicago was found guilty of withholding 316000 from the West Park board of commissioners while treasurer. Trial lasted three weeks. Fifteen indictments remain, including habeas corpus cases in federal court for receiving funds after insolvency, false pretenses, embezzlement, and conspiracy. Indeterminate penitentiary sentence likely.
The first annual picnic and memorial services of the Masonic Order of Southern Illinois were held at Fort Gage on the Mississippi River. Thirty-five lodges attended with about 25,000 people. The event marked St John’s Day and the 1808 chartering of the first lodge west of the Ohio at Kaskaskia, now Ellis Grove No 86, with historic swords presented by Benjamin Franklin and Gen Lafayette displayed.
Maj. T. C. McCord surgeon with the Fourth Illinois volunteers returns to his Jacksonville Fla post with his bride Marian E. Sutherland of Paris an artist of prominence. The wedding was to be elaborate but a family death led to a simplified ceremony with only immediate families present.
After many years Hon Thomas A Galt of Sterling and Mrs Mary Ross of Leavenworth Kansas were married in Leavenworth. Galt co founded Keystone Manufacturing Co of Sterling, the bride had lived in Lancaster Pennsylvania. Their romance began 45 years ago, they lost track for 30 years, and reconnected two years ago restoring the courtship.
Illinois state attorneys in Peoria proposed abolishing the grand jury and replacing fees with salaries, and allowing appeals in criminal cases for errors. The plan was debated but ultimately voted down. A concurrent motion to abolish the grand jury was also rejected before adjournment.
The Whiteside County Soldiers' Association held its annual picnic at Round Grove with large countywide attendance. An evening camp-fire featured war speeches and songs by local speakers and singers.
The Glucose Sugar Refining Co. facility in Peoria shut down for a month, leaving about 800 workers unemployed and hampering the city’s shipping. Officials point to an oversupply of stock as the cause of the stoppage.
Charles Gordon postmaster of Chicago wed Miss Gertrude W. Pate a teacher at Cook County Normal School Great Western at the Second Presbyterian church in Chicago. Distillery at Peoria struck by lightning burned heavily. the Great Western distillery suffered total loss except the bonded warehouse. Loss estimated at $300000 insured.
Four thousand men form the third expedition to the Philippines embark aboard the steamers Ohio Indiana City of Para Morgan City Valencia and Newport Gen Merritt slated to depart. Camp Merritt buzzed with last preparations as crowds visit daily, gift packages, comfort bags and flowers distributed to departing troops amid cheering and farewells along a five mile march to the water front.
Maparin June 27. The cabinet held a long session to devise national defenses as Senor Sagasta urged deferral of domestic matters. Press gloom over foreign powers and Spain's fate. Officials hope Spanish forces can hold Santiago until Gen. Pando arrives. Americans advance in three columns toward Sevilla and Gran Pena, aided by insurgents.
Capt Gen Blanco telegrams from Cuba that American forces at Santiago included the Twelfth and Seventh infantry four mounted squads of the First cavalry four squads of the Twelfth and eight bodies of regular troops. He reports 12 Americans killed including a captain. Spanish losses are not announced.
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