Contemplated Movement on Cuba and Porto Rico Rumors
Reports from Washington claim no official confirmation of moves against Cuba or Porto Rico. Admiral Cervera’s fleet thought in Santiago harbor. Schley on guard at the entrance. Army mobilization for volunteer troops pushed, awaiting decisive Spanish fleet outcome. Rumors of Miles departing for Tampa denied. European peace inquiries denied or treated as sentiment tests. Steamship India due in Manila with troops. Seventh Miners regiment ordered to Camp Alger.
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Miles
Tampa
Cuba
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State Department
Europe
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Washington
Spain
Philippines
Magnificent sage of health and man’s presidency praised
Fragmentary lines describe a revered health sage and a statesman, praising intellect and enduring vigor. The text hints at a grand old figure who long retained sharpness, warning of inevitable decline and disease as age advances, reflecting a historical obituary or tribute tone.
Spanish at Key West Artillery Sergeant Fired On by Three Men
A Key West sergeant from Battery B near Fort Taylor was shot in the left arm by three men he identifies as Spaniards. The assailants fled after opening fire around midnight. A carriage was found outside the gate and gunfire followed as three men were spotted running away. Sergeant Charles W. Richards reported the incident.
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Key West
Charles W. Richards
Battary
First Artillery
Rowan to Be Promoted Lieutenant Colonel of Volunteers
Lt A S Rowan U S A is promoted to lieutenant colonel of volunteers for a daring Cuban expedition delivering war department documents to General Garcia and returning with answers. He praises Cuban guides and soldiers for discipline while noting long marches and readiness to command a regiment.
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Garcia
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War policy decided on United States to assume offensive
President McKinley endorses aggressive war plan to destroy the Spanish fleet in Cuban waters, invade Cuba and Puerto Rico, and press the campaign until Spain recalls its forces or is driven from the islands. The War Department also chartered transports to move 6,000 troops to the Philippines, with fleets sailing next week. A report claims Cervera’s fleet may have escaped from Cuba, though details are unclear.
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Bancroft Pursues Spanish Trader Off Key West
Key West May 27 report: the Spanish steamer thought to be an auxiliary cruiser was sighted 15 miles off Key West by USS Wilmington and Bancroft as they pursued the 3-masted merchantman. The chase intensified when Bancroft joined, the Spaniard fleeing southeast. Wilmington notes all quiet along the blockade lines. Commission rules for US volunteer infantry officers examined by War Board. Germany remains strictly neutral as US protest over contraband of war stands. Baltimore reports no disablement from Madrid rumors. Powder mill accident in Hazen, Ontario injures two workers.
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Gordon Made A General Cavalry Colonel Becomes Brigadier General
Wasurxarox May 27 The President appointed Colonel W W Gordon of Savannah commanding the first regiment of cavalry Georgia volunteers to be brigadier general.
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NEW BRIGADIERS NAMED FOR SENATE ACTION
The president sent nominations for brigadier generals including Edwin V. Sumner, Eerie C. Hains, George E. irs, Frederick D. Grant, Henry M. At Bafeld, and others. Also presented is the army strength and a 75,000 man call with state-by-state quotas across the union.
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Cuban Rainy Season Affects Warships And Dispatch Boats
Ker West May 27 reports the Cuban rainy season has begun, delaying fuel shipments as warships and dispatch boats endure frequent violent rain storms along the Juban coast. By today the weather has turned pleasant. the new cruiser New Orleans formerly Amazonas excites naval circles with her speed and apparent effectiveness during the present cruise.
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