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Newspaper
Benton County Times
Location
Vinton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1898
Page
3
Report claims Spanish fleet totally destroyed as Cervera fleet withdraws from harbor and is captured. Over 1500 Spaniards taken prisoner. Solemn national holiday mood described in bold dispatch.
The report records heavy naval losses while General Shafter advances toward the city with the land forces. It praises bravery on both sides and notes the Spanish retreats at multiple points amid dire engagements.
The report details Gen. Shafter's land forces driving Spanish defenders toward Santiago after days of brutal combat in rough timbered terrain. American artillery and repeated charges under heavy fire kept pressure on entrenched foes. Sampson's fleet pounded Morro Castle while Gen. Lawton's troops held captured works. The Spanish attempt to run the blockade with Cristobal Colon led to a dramatic naval action as Admiral Sampson responded.
No Standing Still Here describes a July clearance starting July 5 with every department moving at double quick time. All summer goods including wash dress fabrics, underwear for ladies, children and men, and ladies ready made muslin underwear go at greatly reduced prices. The note promises the lowest prices and urges reading every circular for money saving.
The Spanish fleet under Cervera attempts escape near the Morro, as USS Iowa Oregon Massachusetts Texas and Brooklyn pursue. Commodore Schley orders decisive action from the Brooklyn, with Indiana Iowa Texas and Massachusetts engaging the Oquendo Vizcaya and other ships in a dramatic sea battle lasting about four miles west of Morro.
Selective account describes the battle off Santiago de Cuba where Cervera’s squadron is destroyed. The Vizcaya and Oquendo suffer heavy damage and yards burn as American ships including the Oregon Massachusetts Iowa and Brooklyn press the approach. Flags go up, casualties mount, and the Spanish admiral’s fleet is neutralized.
Fragmentary text proposes a “trial battle free” at Baker's Drug Store with a cure for throat and lung ailments. It mentions prices 4S to 100 and claims refunds, pairing medical pitch with a retail offer amid garbled spellings and dubious remedies.
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