Bombardment of Santiago Described by Admiral Sampson
Sampson informs navy department of Monday assault on Santiago de Cuba lasting about three hours. Spanish batteries at Cataño and Catalina heavily damaged. no American ships injured. Fire described as destructive with fortifications crippled. cease firing signaled at 10 am June 6. Klondike rate cuts announced by West Shore and Nickel Plate. François Binis and son drown in Caooxstos river incident. earlier night watchman father's rescue attempt ends tragedy.
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Navy Department
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Mino
Francois Binis
Nareluée
Uther
Luther
Great Execution Done Free Report of the Bombardment of Santiago
The American fleet attacked the harbor fortifications at Morro Castle and Estrella in Santiago de Cuba. Ships in two columns engaged the Spanish batteries for about three hours, silencing most fortifications and destroying earthworks. The Brooklyn Texas Marblehead and Massachusetts led the first line with New York New Orleans Yankee Iowa and Oregon forming the second line. The battle featured shell fire from multiple ships and focused bombardment on Estrella Battery, leaving its woodwork aflame and silenced. The fleet held position near Morro Castle with limited maneuvering and an emphasis on avoiding firing on Morro Castle.
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Santiago Dé Cuba
Estrella
Cave
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Morro Castle
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Massachusetts
New York
New Orleans
Yankee
Iowa
Oregon
Catalina
Shora
Batrella Battery
Bempson
Bohley
Morra Casta
Anu
Hobson
Castle
Schley
SIGHTED NEAR HONOLULU Belgic and Transports Across Ocean
Reports from June describe the Belgic arriving from the Orient and sighting transports off Honolulu as the Cuban forces claim a May 2 victory at Jig ann i, Santiago province. The 15th annncampment of the G. A. R. in South Dakota draws about two thousand attendees including Woman's Relief Corps and Sons of Veterans.
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San Francisco
Orient
Honolulu
Charleston
Dakota G
A. RK
G. A. RK
South Dakota
Woman's Relief Corps and
Sons of Veterans
War Revenue Conference Talks Reach Rough Accord
Republican members of the conference committee on the war revenue bill met for about four hours and nearly agreed on key differences between the houses. They discussed coinage of the silver bullion, bond provisions and amounts, the inheritance tax, the tea duty, and other items. The general view is support for coinage signiorage and possibly all silver bullion in the treasury, but Senate terms may undergo material modification.
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Conference
Bonds for Spanish War Finance Soon to Be Offered
Treasury department near ready to invite bids on Spanish war bonds once Congress authorizes. Plan to offer 200 million dollars immediately with option for an additional 100 million if needed. Circular detailing terms will be issued after a short delay. Bids expected within about thirty days before allotment.
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Hida
WasninaTox
Juus
Treasury Department
Songresa
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Spanish Report Details Dead and Wounded Sailors and Troops
Official dispatch from Admiral Cervera states six American vessels bombarded Santi nd and nearby coast. Six sailors killed and 1% wounded aboard Rainn Mercedes. Trev otto oarsmen killed. one officer and 17 troops wounded. Americans fired 1,800 shots. La Socapa and Morro castle batteries sustained minor damage. Enemys losses not clearly listed. Colonel Ordóñez reported killed as a renowned artillery expert and officer. Spanish senator lauded the victory.
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Morro Castle
Heavy Loss to Spain Colonel Ordonis Killed at Santiago
Lexpos June 9 The London morning paper doubt the Santiago destruction and forts silencing but say bombardment aimed to distract Spaniards from a landing elsewhere. The Reina Mercedes sinking is unlikely due to defective boilers and no protected deck. Colonel Ordonez, Spain's artillery expert, dies, a serious loss to the country.
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Santiago
Lexpos
London
Cuba
Reina Morcedes
Ordonez
Spain
Ordoner
Fall of Santiago Opens Way to Major Victory
London dispatch reports American victory at Santiago de Cuba clears path for Admiral Sampson to breach Spanish defenses. Santiago’s land forts falter as forces near Diaquier entrench with guns ready for a new movement. Reina Mercedes captain killed in engagement.
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London
Jane
Daily News
Cape Hautionanys
Santiago de Cuba
Sampson
Cervers
Santiago
Diaquier
Victory Cheers From Sipanish Fans For Navy and Army
In the chamber of deputies Captain Aunon minister of marine rend Admiral Cervera's dispatch and a Blanco dispatch stating General Linares repulsed an American landing at Aguadores. The senate unanimously resolved to congratulate the army and navy on the outcome.
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Mapa
Jone
Chamber of Deputies
Aunon
Marine
Rend
Cervera
Blanco
Linares
Aguadores
Senate
Coast defense plan speeds Yorktown and Philadelphia
Rear Admiral Kirkland received orders from Washington to speed up the gunboat Yorktown program while the cruiser Philadelphia prepares for commission on July 1. Yorktown expected ready in about two months. Torpedo boats Rowan and Davis launched at Portland and soon to be tested. Department believes Philadelphia Yorktown and the torpedo boats will provide ample coast protection.
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Philadelphia
Wacilly
San Francisco
Kirkland
Washington
Rowan
Portland
Davis
Department
Manila Bay Fight Recalled by Belgic Crossing Vets
Passengers arriving on the Belgic from Hong Kong include four men who fought at Manila Bay on May 1. Paymaster G A Land, Dr Charles P Kindleberger, Ralph Phelps, and J C Evane praise Spanish arms and valiant defense. Dr Kindleberger on Olympia recounts ship actions, including the sinking of a Spanish admiral’s ship by an 8 inch shell and torpedo boat losses. American batteries silenced Cavite fortifications as ships like Baltimore, Concord, Raleigh and Petrel pressed the attack. Hundreds of Spaniards were captured or killed. final tally included several hundred wounded onboard and near 400 dead on the spot.
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Kindleberger
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Cavite
Concord
Raleigh
Petrel
Krig
Wight
Aguinaldo outlines native rule under American protectorate
Hong Kong dispatch reports Aguinaldo issuing a proclamation proposing a native administration in the Philippines under an American protectorate. He would head a native council as dictator until elections establish a native republic, while sparing lives and property of natives Europeans and all noncombatant Spaniards. Also notes at Chickamauga Park drills and inspections and praise for soldier conduct.
No Doubt Remains on Landing of Americans Near Santiago
Reports corroborated by Spaniards indicate a body of troops reached Cuban soil near Santiago and linked with insurgents. Marines may have landed to hold ground, aiding a future assault. Officials offer scant details while heavy siege guns are prepared for the next general attack.
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Santiago
War Department
Landing Near Santiago Reported by Spanish Sources
Dispatches indicate a landing of troops near Santiago during or just after Monday’s bombardment. Naval authorities deem it reasonable and expect Sampson to have landed marines to hold ground and prepare for arrival of regular forces.
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Santiago
Washington
Associated Press
Santiago Eith
Sampson
Bombardment reports reach Santiago area amid wire cuts
Latest advices from Santiago de Cuba say bombardment began at 7 40 p m Monday, continued to 10 30 p m, with a midnight resume near Dinquier east of Agandores and close to the railway line to Santiago. A French cable between Santiago and Haiti reportedly not working at midnight, possibly isolating General Blanco from home government. Also noted are Senate House conferee items on the sundry civil bill including funds for St Paul building, library site at Butts, soldiers home at Hot Springs and Paria exposition funding.
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Monterey and Brutus Sail for Manila Amid Farewell
In San Francisco on June 9 the monitor Monterey and collier Brutus departed for Manila. The water front roared with steam whistles and cheers as the ships left the harbor. The Monterey is unlikely to return home, destined for permanent duty overseas in Uncle Sam’s colonies.
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Monterey
Brutus
Manila
Golden Gate
Uncle Sam
Difficulties in Manila expedition due to high charter rates
In San Francisco on an early June date, the second expedition for the Philippines is unlikely to depart before Saturday. Ships, stores, ammunition, and supplies are being loaded, but completion is delayed by charter costs and ship shortages. War Department officials face inflated rates as owners demand high prices for steamers, hindering the third Manila expedition.
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War Department
San Francisco
Philippines
Manila
California
Red Cross Society of California
Buffalo Arrives From Rio Janeiro With Out Entering Any Fort
The United States cruiser Buffalo arrived at Old Point Comfort from Rio Janeiro and was detained at Quarantine. It was convoyed part of the way by the battleship Oregon and the gunboat Marietta, leaving them behind and entering Newport News without port entry. The ship will visit the shipyard for a battery of sand guns as preparations proceed.
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Newport News
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Buffalo
Old Point Comfort
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Marietta
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