SPAIN and AMERICA.
Washington, August 19. The terms of capitulation have been signed at Manila. The conditions are signed by Governor Jardenes, and include the cession of the whole of the Philippine Archipelago. The American Press are delighted, and argue that America must keep the whole of ohe islands, but the protocol signed by Seuor Cambara is regarded as controlling the situation. It is reported that after the surrender of Manila, General Merritt sought Governor Jardenes, and found him in a church with the women and children. Aquinaldo demanded joint occupation, but General Merritt, acting on instructions from Washington, took precautions to exclude the insurgents from Manila. London, August 19. It is reported that Russia is parleying with Spain for a coaling station at at the Philippines. Washington, August 21. Uneasiness prevails at Santiago owing to want of discipline amongst the American fever proof regiments retained at city. Reinforcements are being despatched. Later. The inhabitants of Puerto Rico began rioting and attacking the Spannish cafes and banks at Ponce. American troops suppressed the disorder.
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Opunake Times, Volume IX, Issue 412, 23 August 1898, Page 2
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