The Great Round World and What Is Going On In It, Vol. 2, No. 24, June 16, 1898 A Weekly Magazine for Boys and Girls

"The Great Round World and What Is Going On In It, Vol. 2, No. 24, June 16, 1898" by Various is a magazine designed to teach kids about what's going on in the world. It talks about real events, like the Spanish-American War, so young people can learn about history as it happens. This edition includes stories about brave actions in the war, like when Lieutenant Hobson sank the "Merrimac", also giving updates from places like Havana, Cuba, and the Philippines. The magazine also explains important things like how the Red Cross started, what the Plimsoll mark on ships means for safety, and how time works differently around the world. It even shows what life is like in places such as Skaguay, Alaska, showing both the good and bad sides of events, especially in wartime.