Blockade at Santiago Deepens as Schley Presses
May 25 dispatches report Secretary Long and President in agreement that Commodore Schley’s squadron likely surrounds Admiral Cervera’s ships trapped in Santiago harbor. Cabinet members express optimism the Spanish fleet will be destroyed soon with reinforcements possible from Admiral Sampson. A final cable to Madrid from Cuba is expected to be cut today.
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Commodore Schley
Carvera
Secretary Long
Santiago
Sampson
Havana
Long
Bampson
Schley
Cadiz
Santiago Harbor
Cuba
Wasuxetos
Madrid
Hing Chang Visit Featured in New York Sun Portrait
The New York Sun praises Hing Chang the Grand Old Man of tina for his vitality at seventy four, comparing him to a healthy island barberian. It questions American work culture, advocates health as medicine, and touts a supposed discovery by Dr. Re reeee that restores reality and liver health.
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Hing Chang
Tina
New York
Shewee
Martial Law Demanded After Dead Man Found In Key West
In Key West on May 25 an unidentified man was beaten to death near the hotel, while a sailor from the gunboat Morrill was seriously injured in a barroom assault. Citizens demand martial law as two policemen threaten resignation amid the unrest.
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Key West
Megro
James J. Dorsey
William Carne
United States Auxiliary
Morrill
French Bill in Danger Over Paris Exhibit Funding
Washington May 25 The sundry civil appropriation bill faces debate over funding America’s exhibit at the Paris exposition. Senate passage has occurred but conference committee discussions are cautious amid diplomatic sensitivities and opposition to any appropriation due to France’s alleged war stance toward Spain. Public sentiment hinges on possible French hostility and internal committee views.
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Sam
Washinaton
Senate
Conference Committee
France
Spain
Dutch Nobleman Enlists In United States Army
Evan Waldek a 25 year old Dutch count has enlisted as a private in the regular U S Army infantry. He fled Spain aged disputes and seeks to avenge ancestors, after serving since age twelve in military schools and carrying a foreign noble title. He sailed for America after his commission expired April 14.
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Cleve Lane
United States Army
Evan Waldek
Holland
America
Spain
United States
Oregon Safe Off Florida amid Naval Race Ending
Secretary Long announced the arrival of the battleship Oregon at Jupiter Inlet Florida. Lieutenant A R Davis of Georgia said the crew stayed ready to fight if intercepted by Spaniards as Marietta and Buffalo accompanied the Oregon. The voyage from San Francisco ended without confrontation, ending the record race to avoid Spanish fleets.
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Jupiter Inlet
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Jupiter
A. R. Davis
Oregon
Davis
Bahai
Clarke
San Francisco
Marietta
Buffalo
Georgia
Atlanta
Florida
London Press Divided on United States War Attitude
May 25 London papers display mixed anti American and pro American sentiment. The Morning Post prints a fierce denunciation of America by Hon Stewart Erskine backing Spain. The St James’s Gazette questions blame on America and argues naval delay favors a future clash with Spain. The Westminster Gazette urges a clear better course between the US and Britain.
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New York
Tampa
Senate
Morning Post
America
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Baron Erskine
Spain
St. James
Pacific
Caribbean
Nelson
Jamaica
Cadiz
Westminster Gazette
Britain
Spanish Fleet Cooped Up At Santiago Harbor
Key West reports strong naval belief that the Spanish fleet is blockaded in Santiago harbor. Commodore Schley and Admiral Sampson are viewed as capable of forcing a Spanish exit if any exists. Experts think American ships can outgun and outpace the Spanish fleet, with confidence that U S. command will triumph in West Indian waters. Prisoners in Manila say insurgent chiefs offered services to Spain after the uprising.
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Key West
Cuba
Santiago Harbor
Schley
Sampson
Certera
Santiago
Eer Bor
Arkuiral Sampson
West Indian
Maprio
Manila
Ca Insarrecte
Spain
United States
M'Kinley Calls for 75,000 More Volunteers
The proclamation orders 75,000 volunteers for two years unless discharged earlier, expanding total regular and volunteer forces to 260,000. Enlistments will be open and not drawn from the National Guard as the first 125,000. General Miles directs the Fourth Regiment of Illinois to Tampa immediately.
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Alger
National Guard
Miles
Illinois Qolaures
Tampa
Volunteers Mustered In For U S Service
Washington reports one hundred twelve thousand volunteers are mustered and ready for front, with two thirds of states complete. Some southern states lag due to home ties and business, but ample time is given to fill appointments. no draft without authority. Hospital supplies issued to Illinois volunteers with field dressings and sanatized materials. Alabama secretary hints Bryan on staff, while Montana Cavalry moves. Illinois Fourth Regiment ordered to Tampa amid equipment shortages.
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Volunteer Army of the
United States
War Department
Congress
Secretary of War
Chicaco
Tlinois
Illinois
Os Efal Senn
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