Thursday, August 11, 1898
Still nothing. Admiral Dewey is essentially seeking an opportunity to bombard. But then again, the Americans are not so sure of themselves and fear being
Still nothing. Admiral Dewey is essentially seeking an opportunity to bombard. But then again, the Americans are not so sure of themselves and fear being
The final act of this conflict between the Spaniards and the Americans has taken place. It lasted two hours this morning; the simulated attack was
Surrender The American and Spanish officers have signed the treaty of surrender. When the Americans took over the government of Manila, they accorded the Spanish
Admiral Dewey informs the foreign battleships that they can anchor in their original positions in Manila Bay. The naval officers hastily go on land but
The Germans The escape of the former Governor, Agustin, on board the Kaiserin-Augusta, the fastest German flagship, was the news of the day. It was a
The Americans reveal their intentions Last night, the American military officers and the politicians planned their strategy for eventual takeover. A new monitor of 4,000
In the fields The weather has been delightful the past few days. Beneath the huge trees and their thick foliage, the mornings are rather pleasant.
Political Attitude of the Religious Yesterday, 60 Dominicans left for Hongkong. The departure of other priests of different orders is under consideration. It is unlikely
“United States Supremacy Must Be Absolute” On August 18, Admiral Dewey, through his aide-de-camp, informed his squadron that as a result of the preliminary talks
The Germans Again The Americans are relieved by the departure of both the German and the French admirals. For the past three months, the Germans
Truth Above All General Merritt is leaving to attend the Paris Congress primarily to demand the annexation of the Philippines to the United States. His