Merrimac Sunk by Torpedo as American Fleet Bombards Santiago
The American squadron renewed bombardment of Santiago de Cuba fortifications for two hours, silencing Spanish batteries. The auxiliary cruiser Merrimac reportedly sank after being torpedoed near the harbor entrance. one officer, an engineer, and six sailors were taken prisoner. Reports from Barrimorg and Cape Haytien confirm the vessel’s sinking, with conflicting details about its identity and fate.
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Reconnaissance Report From Schley At Santiago
A June bulletin from the navy confirms Commodore Schley’s reconnoiter of Santiago on Tuesday. It notes a strong Spanish fortification and batteries, and suggests he would have preferred an amphibious effort only with stronger forces. The officials believe a direct assault would be ill advised absent adequate forces.
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Navy Department
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Temerario to be dismantled in Paraguay waters
Washington demands the Spanish torpedo gun vessel Temerario be dismantled and her cannons removed or depart Paraguay waters at once. The ship’s commander says she is unseaworthy and needs major repairs before any voyage. Reports say Admiral Sampson’s Merrimac action was not a Spanish victory and eight men were captured.
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Paraguay
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Washington Post
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First clash between Schley and Cervera reported at Morro
The first engagement of Commodore Schley’s squadron with Admiral Cervera’s Spanish fleet occurred last night near Morro. Two torpedo boat destroyers attempted a surprise dash toward the Texas and Brooklyn, were repelled by fire as searchlights scanned the harbor. The Spanish withdrew, and Schley inspected batteries and mines guarding the channel, noting four rows of mines blocking the entrance.
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Big Naval Battle Near Santiago De Cuba
An American squadron of 14 warships led by Rear Admiral Saupson bombarded the forts and harbor at Santiago de Cuba from about 2 p.m. to 8:45 p.m., targeting Morro Castle La Zacapa and La Paulia Carda as heavy firing continued with numerous casualties reportedly unannounced.
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Portuguese Favor Spaniards and Aid War Effort
June 1 Sasson reports Portugal leans toward Spain in the war. Portuguese authorities return deserters who crossed into Portugal and send troops to block further entries. Telegrams to England are filtered, and Spaniards mobilize troops from across provinces to Gadiz and Algeciras for shipment to the Philippines. Carlist organs urge action after Dewey’s Manila attack and the bombing of a Spanish town.
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William J Bryan may command Nebraska regiment in war drive
Washington June 1 William J Bryan may be a colonel in the volunteer army organized to push Spaniards from the western hemisphere. The secretary of war authorized Nebraska to raise a infantry regiment for the presidents call for 75000 volunteers, with Bryan expected to lead the unit. Bitter sentiment toward Americans noted in Mexican ports, with warning to masters of vessels in Mexican ports. Supreme Court grants Nebraska freight rate modification. Second U S cavalry regiment of cowboys and rough riders mustered. L Torrey chosen colonel. to Chickamauga then Cuba. Britain protests Spain over Gibraltar fortifications. Kansas City Southern lines to use Union Pacific bridge into Omaha.
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Washington
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State Board of Transportation
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Bond Debate and War Finance Votes in Senate
In Washington on June 4, the Senate debated war finance measures with decisive votes on a Wolcott amendment to coin silver bullion and issue silver certificates, and on a minority bond plan for $100 million in certificates and $800 million in bonds. The bond and seigniorage proposals split party lines, with Republicans largely siding for bonds and Democrats opposing or split, while a later exchange saw Wolcott’s sharp rebuke of Senator Allen over bimetallic commission remarks.
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