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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1898
Page
4
The article notes Ancon arta Peru's customs house at 16 000 feet as the highest inhabited place. It mentions a new padlock with an auxiliary explosive alarm and cites American exports abroad totaling 288 571 449 dollars, up 100 percent in ten years, stating foreign markets are secure and expanding.
The Queen expresses strong faith in the reality of the spirit world and in departed loved ones watching over those facing sorrow and temptation on earth.
Col Roosevelt vows to lead his Rough Riders to the Paris Exposition at his own expense. He asserts the nation will supply enough patriots to beat the world’s combined armies if he requests more troops.
The sultan lauds the American naval bombardments at Manila and Santiago and orders similar guns for his fleet. He cautions that gun power alone fails without capable crews, as the decisive factor lies in the men behind the guns.
The Transvaal president Oom Paul Krueger is noted for a wife with quirky ideas. She asked a Dutch sculptor commissioned to bronze a statue of Krueger to add a tall bronze hat with a concave top to catch water for thirsty birds.
The author muses that the mosquito was created for a wise end though its purpose is unclear. It suggests the insect's design includes a thirst for human blood and notes the creature remains built in the traditional way.
A survey of wartime and peace figures shows U S credit far surpassing most nations. Excepting Great Britain, America enjoys unmatched investor esteem with British and American credit on a par and both able to borrow at three percent or less.
Sir Thomas Lipton, famed London merchant, issues the first challenger to the New York Yacht Club for the America's Cup since Lord Dunraven’s Valkyrie defeat. Lipton backs the bid with a colossal fortune of 50 million pounds, asserting American triumph through wit and resolve.
A young woman kissing Lieut Hobson at a Long Beach hotel before hundreds is explained as a testimony of patriotism. The piece predicts a wave of similar public displays when other servicemen return home.
Forty years ago the cable steamer Niagara reached Trinity Bay Newfoundland marking the completion of the first Atlantic cable and the birth of electrical communication between Europe and America. The era of slow transatlantic messaging ended, and a remarkable four decades of progress followed.
The text praises Captain Robly D. Evans for his concise forceful phrasing after the victory over Admiral Cervera. It notes that calling him a phrasemaker is usually a slight insult, but his remark “God and the gunners are on our side” shows a true genius for sharp expression.
General Merriam closes the Yukon region to adventurers lacking winter provisions. Reports from Yukon say hundreds or thousands may rely on charity or die. The Dawson City labor market is overstocked and entrants without capital have no chance.
Luzon, larger than all other Philippine islands, holds a population and vast forests. Its two mountain ranges rise to 7,000 feet, with hemp, sugar, tobacco, and rice crops proving its fertility. Minerals include gold, copper, iron, and coal. Manila, the capital, stands as a major eastern hub.
The nation will not neglect its heroic dead and all soldiers and sailors who gave their lives in defense of the country will receive graves in their native land. General Shafter has marked the names of those who fell in battle.
The section promises the latest news of interest from Washington and across the East West and South in a compact nationwide roundup. The fragmented title hints at a broad syndicated column style with regional briefs and national items.
Reports from Ponce Puerto Rico describe 80 natives sheltered in Ciales cathedral belfry overpowered and attacked. Manila capitulation terms reportedly cedge the Philippine archipelago to the United States. Spain refuses surrender of the Philippines. Spain names a Cuban evacuation commission. A New York jurist joins the Cuban military commission. Royal welcome for the North Atlantic squadron led by Rear Admiral Sampson. Manila bombardment losses: Spain 200 killed 400 wounded. U.S. 5 killed 43 wounded. Dewey and Merritt receive congratulations from the president. Dewey's forces capture Manila. Transports Peru and Pueblo arrive with Gen Otis and Gen Hughes. Oakland knife incident and a California gardener shot. Hawaii flag raised on the 12th. Chicago Railway Terminal elevator fire costs about 360000. J W Fordney nominated for congress. A mob lynches an unknown Black man near Americus Georgia. A cyclone kills Norman Eggestein and wife in Dickinson county Iowa.
Attorney General Griggs issues an interpretation of the wartime revenue act stating that the term goods covers money packages sent by express or freight services, extending the measure to include monetary shipments.
In one week there were 195 business failures down from 196 and 221 a year ago. J A Choate of New York elected president of the American Bar Association at Saratoga. A cloudburst in Sawmill Run near Pittsburgh drowned six children and caused major property damage. John H Haverly of New York files for bankruptcy with 327749 in liabilities. National League baseball standings show Boston 663 and others. New York 567 and Chicago 542. New York Republicans set state convention for Saratoga on September 27. A foreign policy conference at Saratoga urges wards status for former Spanish islands and praises McKinley's peace efforts. A train collision at Sharon Massachusetts kills six and injures many.
Reports include Rev S Breakwell stabbed by Carl Pethke in Illinois over property. Peter Foys barn burned with five sons killed north of Independence Iowa. Alphonse Darton Kansas private killed near Kansas City by a train. George Stephenson hanged in Kentucky for murder. white men beat Alexander Walker near Pleasant Hill Alabama. California Democrats nominate Maguire ticket for governor. turfman James Bradley dies in Lexington Kentucky. Black Diamond Mines in Jellico Tennessee placed under receiver with $165 000 liabilities.
Wisconsin Republicans at Milwaukee state convention nominate Edward Scofield to head the ticket for governor. Amos Neely described as a negro rapist is mobbed and shot near Sheridan Arkansas, death certain. Hong Kong reports merchants racing to Manila amid expected trade boom. Sir W A Frazer bart dies in London. Guatemala Minister Hunter reports Gen Morales captured and died en route to prison.
Admiral Sampson met President McKinley to discuss the Cuban commission and other matters. Seven died in a Pittsburgh tunnel collapse. Admiral Schley ill at home in Westport. Carterville Illinois again destroyed by fire. Captain Sigsbee promoted for heroism. Fillmore county bank in Preston closes with 50000 in liabilities. Myra Atkinson forgery case quashed. Mrs Lucas drowns herself and child near Bloomington. John T Blair 96th birthday in Blairstown. Chattanooga power plant explosion kills two, injures six. Minnie Sexton shoots sister in Newmarket Ontario. Prince Esterhazy dies in Hungary. Treasury says Spanish vessels may enter US ports. Gen Miles leaves Puerto Rico for the US. Merritt troops to Honolulu with subsistence.
The emperor of Austria marks 50 years on December 2. Admiral Dewey and Capt. Sigsbee join New York Yacht Club elections. Trans Siberian Rail line promises 13 day London to Japan travel. Tammany Hall declines to recognize new state election law. Gold coin circulation estimated at 65 tons by Bank of England. Mrs. Cora Henner to head Paris exposition women detectives. Dr Gustave Morre speaks 21 languages and paints game notes. Bicycle craze lowers cigar use by 1 million daily. decline totals 700 million yearly. Cog railway at Pike's Peak signs for observatory tower visible four miles away. Destitute gold seekers near St Michaels report starving. Pennsylvanian patents automatic printing attachment for paper rolls. Rev Charles Reichert, Ohio German preacher, dies aged 90. Mrs Nancy Wellman of Kentucky dies at 95, mother of 16.
In Honolulu Aug 12 8 12 flags lowered and Old Glory raised as President Dole and U S Minister Sewall formalize transfer of sovereignty to the United States. Admiral Miller and Captains Wadleigh Book oversee guns bands and guards as Hawaii’s flag comes down and the American ensign rises amid cheers and a 21 gun salute.
Washington August 23 The president promoted Capt Charles D Sigsbee U S XII now commanding the St Paul by advancing him three numbers on the list of captains in the navy for extraordinary heroism.
John S. George resigns after 30 years as general commercial agent of the Chicago and North Western Railway in Milwaukee. The resignation takes effect September 11. George will enter the brokerage business. successor not yet announced.
Washington August 17 The War Department issued a reply to Maj Gen Lawtons inquiry on policy toward Cubans in the Santiago de Cuba area It states the United States is responsible for peace and must maintain order protecting all persons and property Interference from any quarter is not permitted Insurgent leaders should be advised and the military occupation acknowledged Secretary Alger says the United States will control the surrendered terms
Madrid reports government insists Manila capitulation signed by the town commander should not affect peace talks. Premier Sagasta says the surrender does not cede the entire Philippines and outlines Spain’s plans on Cuba and Puerto Rico properties, debts, and a potential indemnity. The Paris conference will settle Manila and debt issues and set tariff treatment.
The body of Valmore C. Nichols a farmer from near Pittsfield Michigan was found in Detroit Michigan on August 20 according to police reports. The case details and suspect information remain under investigation by local authorities.
Washington August 17 The president appointed the two commissions to adjust the evacuation of Cuba and Puerto Rico. For Cuba Maj. Gen. James F Wade Rear Admiral William T Sampson Maj. Gen. Matthew C Butler. For Puerto Rico Maj. Gen. John R Brooke Rear Admiral Winfield S Schley Brig. Gen. William W Gordon.
In Washington on August 18 Maj. Gen. Wheeler and Gen. Lee met in Secretary Alger's office. Old comrades embraced and kissed in an emotional scene, despite many onlookers, with Alger also visibly moved.
Washington reports no new yellow fever cases among U S troops in the south beyond the three at Key West. Montauk Point shows suspicious but mild cases, and the War Department maintains a vigilant watch at vulnerable points without alarm.
The Ninth district republican congressional convention in Council Bluffs Iowa failed to pick a nominee after 299 ballots. Candidates include incumbent A L Huger Smith McPherson ex attorney general H A Byers and Major W Curtis with Byers leading in votes.
The Daily Mail’s Vienna correspondent notes numerous Alpine deaths in the past week including an American woman, Miss Merrant, who slipped while ascending the Dreisch Osterspitze near Innsbruck and fell about 1500 feet, instantly killed.
A body weighted with stones and copper wire was found floating in the river near Belle Isle park. Nichols had left home a week ago and carried several hundred dollars. investigators suspect robbery as the motive.
Milwaukee August 18. The Wisconsin National Bank with Capt Fred Pabst as president and Charles Best as cashier purchases the entire stock of the Central National Bank of Milwaukee. George G Houghton becomes director and Herman H Wolf will be assistant cashier.
Selma Alabama August 20. Alex Walker a Black man living near Pleasant Hill was dragged from his cabin by a white mob and strapped to a stump. He was beaten with buggy traces and left, later dying at his home. Neighbors say the man had been troublesome.
Washington Aug 20 Senator Can pon of Utah plans to return home after congress adjourned having assurances there will be no extra session of the senate this fall for some time anticipated Senator Cannon believes an extra session will follow adjournment on March 4.
Fatad floods report heavy rains causing dangerous landslides below Nainital in Kumaan province. A brewery was destroyed. European residents are believed to have escaped but many natives perished amid the disaster. Iowa Regiment Ordered Home
A fragmented OCR note indicates a man was killed Thursday afternoon near a building with a cornice collapse element. Details are unreadable due to text degradation.
In a Cleveland Plain Dealer piece, Mr Blimber tests his wife’s patriotism by detailing war risks. She calmly counters with a belief there will be no draft, while outlining hardships, dangers, and possible death.
A Topeka wife offers to quit tea and save the war tax if her husband gives up beer. John retorts that patriotism means not abandoning the country in peril. The exchange is cited by the Kansas City Journal.
W. C. Rinearson G P A announces a Queen and Crescent Route excursion from Cincinnati to Chattanooga. The trip offers free books and maps with round trip fare listed as $5.00. Dates are September 8 to 10.
A brief editorial note from the Atchison Globe comments on how money dealings reveal people’s true character.
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