Iowa Opens Fire Morro Fort Soon In Ruins
The American fleet under Rear Admiral Sampson bombarded San Juan de Porto Rico as nine warships arrived before dawn. Iowa fired the first shot and Indiana followed, reducing Morro fort to ruins while Rita was captured by Yale. Spanish crews fled with thousands seeking refuge inland.
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Port Av Priner
Sampson
San Juan de Porto Rico
San Juan
Iowa
Indiana
Morro Fort
Yale
New York Journal
Fir
New York
Spain
Maine
Antilles
Uncle Sam
Indies
Fighting Bob at Work at San Juan Porto Rico
May 18 report from Fort de France describes Admiral Sampson’s squadron bombarding San Juan de Puerto Rico. The Iowa and Indiana pounded Morro Castle while land batteries fell, not a single American ship harmed, and Governor Macias vowed to resist. Paulina, a San Juan native, remained with her father amid the chaos, urging defense before the city fell. Dewey's cable confirms Manila contact restored and ships transferring rifles from sunken ships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morro
Sampson
Macias
Paulina
San Juan
Porto Rio
Fort de France
Porto Rico
Manila
Destruction of Spanish Warship Reported by Gunboat Concord
A Hong Kong dispatch cites a Philippines vessel claim that the US gunboat Concord sank a Spanish warship at Lilo after a two hour fight. No casualties or damage aboard the Concord. Two other Spanish ships reportedly remain in Asiatic waters with Boston pursuing one.
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Admiral Dewey
Pacific
New York
Hong Kong
Philippines
Concord
Lilo
Asiatic
Boston
United States to establish temporary government in Philippines
Washington reports that the United States will set up a military government in the Philippine islands. General Wesley Merritt will lead the effort from Manila with General Otis as second in command, forming a 12,000 strong army corps for immediate duty. Troops from multiple western states are mobilized, with transportation arranged and medical supplies outlined, as officials deny any German or French intervention signals.
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Philippines
Washington
United States
Philippine Islands
Wesley Merritt
Department of the East
New York
Manila
Dulay
E. 8. Otis
Department of the
Colorado
Denver
O. M. Carter
Engineer Corps
Otis
Merritt
Pacific
War Department
Secretary of War
San Francisco
Wyoming
Kansas
Montana
Nebraska
Utah
California
Oregon
Idaho
North
South Dakota
Minnesota
Meiklejohn
Seattle
Wash
Australia
City of Sydney
City of Pekin
Centennial
Sternberg
Army
J. H. Middleton
Department of the Gulf
Robert White
Presidio
State Department
London
Germany
France
Secretary Day
Saved A Boy Life and Foley Remedies Advertised
An old newspaper fragment extols Foley products and other remedies. Mrs. Captain Hubbard of Milford credits Brazilian Balm with saving her boy after croop. It promotes Warm Friend for bowel complaints, Foley Kidney Cure, DeWitt’s Early Risers, Week's Laxative Quinine Tablets, and One Minute Cough Cure. Mentions Vic Emmert & Co and F Parsons & Co as sellers with testimonials of cures for kidney, bladder, eczema, piles, and general ailments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Captain H. Hubbard
Milford, del
Foley
Vic Emmert & Co
Sidney
F. Parsons & Co
S. M. Geary
Pierson, Mich
DeWitt
Vic Emmert
Vic Emmets & Co
S.C. P. Jones
Milesburg, Pa
Grain-O Provides Gentle Sleep Says Advertiser
A compiled advertisement page touts Grain-O as a coffee substitute that won’t disturb sleep, claiming it nourishes and calms nerves for all ages. It also promotes various tonics and laxatives including DeWitt’s Witch Hazel Salve and Karl’s Clover Root Tea, with multiple local sellers listed in Lewis and Milesburg, Pennsylvania, and nearby Iowa mentions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Karl
Vic Emmert
M. J. Davis
Lewis
Iowa
Notice of Probate in Cass County Iowa 1893
Notice to all concerned to appear at the Atlantic Court House Cass County Iowa on August 36 1893 at 9 o'clock am to contest the probate of the will purportedly of Mary Ronald late of Cass County Iowa deceased. W H McCanvity Clerk of the District Court signs and seals the notice April 29 1893.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel W. McMillan
Cass County
Iowa
Sama
McMillan
R. G. Phelps
State of Iowa
Atlantic
Mary Ronald
W. H. McCanvity
Report of the Condition Summary and Totals
Financial report fragment shows figures including 3804.40 and 1775.00 with classifications and totals such as 8227, 936.55. The OCR text is incomplete but indicates a bank or financial institution asset and liability summary.
How to Tell If Kidneys Need Attention
An old advertisement outlines home test methods for kidney health using urine sediment and color. It promotes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a remedy to back kidney and bladder issues, claiming it relieves back pain and urinary problems. The ad notes samples and pamphlets are available by mail from Kilmer & Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N.Y
Masterly South American Nervine touted as universal stomach cure
An advertisement proclaims a universal stomach weakness remedy called Nervine from South American jewelers. It promises immediate relief from indigestion, guarantees cure from first dose, and asserts safety and wide effectiveness. Sold by F Parsons & Co. in Atlantic Iowa. Way 1698.
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F. Parsons & Co
Atlantic
Iowa
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Dewey
George Downing
Wasamatox
McKinley
The
Newvork News
Gwin
Talbot and Morris
Atlantic Public Schools
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R. S. Harris
Grant School
H. L. Wilson
Central Building
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Grant Building
Central School
Sadie Brown
Grant
Superintendent High School
Sinc Joys
Ata
Emmert & Co
Vic Emmett & Co
Shiloh
M. J. Davis & Son
Lewis, Iowa
Vic Emmert Co
I. M. Kennon, Merchant, Odell
Atlantic National Bank
Lawrut
National Bank
of Cass
T G. Turner
T. G. Turner
J. £. Gittesriz
Hl, Henderson, Cuas, Buocs, Co
L. Brown
Chestnut Street
Palmer & Findley
van McGurdy
E. A. Tharnish
Cheatout Street
Irmen’s Old Stand
Nichols
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