Schley’s Brooklyn Sinks Cristobal Colon After Fierce Harbour Battle
From JURAGUA CUBA July 4 a non combatant AP correspondent recalls Commodore Schley’s action packed chase of the Cristobal Colon after a ten mile running battle. The Brooklyn Oregon and Texas engage the enemy fleet forcing the escape vessel ashore at Santiago with Colon surrendering to Schley. Ellis killed in action.
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Juragua
Cuba
Associated Press
Schley
Brooklyn
Santiago
Cavite
Cervera
Massachusetts
New York
New Orleans
Newark
Sampson
Altares
Guantanamo
Iowa
Indiana
Oregon
Gloucester
Vixen
Texas
Evans
Taylor
Hodgson
Yong
Cook
Glass
Infanta Maria Teresa
Sears
Cape Verde
Aqe
Infante Maria ‘Teresa
Cristobal
Commodore Schley
Ellis
the Vizcaya
Maria Teresa
Rggantime
Vizcaya
Asseradores
Cristobal Colon
Admiral Sampson
Schley and Clark
Cape Cruz
Clark
Italy
Colon
George R. Noyes Dies at Home at 61
George R. Noyes, 61, of 74 Emerald Street, died suddenly at 10 oclock last night at his residence. Dr Newton said the death was due to a heart condition and the medical examiner was notified.
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George R. Noyes
Emerald Street
Newton
Noti
Blanco's Santiago Fight Report From General Blanco
General Blanco cables that Santiago de Cuba was defended after an unconditional surrender was rejected. Americans resumed hostilities, bombarded the town, and abandoned their attempt to revictual it. Spanish losses were slight as troops held positions at San Juan and El Morro while enemy trenches were abandoned.
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Santiago
Madrid
Blanco
Santiago de Cuba
Baturanao Bay
Pennsylvania
San Juan
el Morro
Havana
Amnon
Cervera
Santiago Bay
Iloilo
Philippine Islands
Some Battles of the World War Compared With Santiago 185
A compact note contrasts select battles of the Gl war with the siege of Santiago in 185, highlighting strategic aims and outcomes, while noting differences in terrain, forces, and duration.
Itt CALLS NED STALE to defend Spain’s rights
A historic letter quotes Itt accusing United States actions against Spain as unjust yet insists Spain, though weaker, must defend its rights. The speaker condemns U S conduct and frames the dispute as a moral and political clash. The text reflects nationalist sentiment and calls for sovereign rights respect.
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United States
Spain
Shot near the heart in Swampscott man in Lynn Hospital
July 1 report from Swampscott states Henry McCarthy of New York City shot himself near the heart while on Marblehead road. He was found alive and taken to Lynn hospital where slight hope for recovery is held. Police note he was intoxicated and carried about $800 at the time.
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Swampscott
Henry McCarthy
New York City
Marblehead Road
Lynn Hospital
Alpon
Mayor Proposes Long Island Boys Camp Plan
Boston Aldermen sustain vetoes on city improvements funding while debating a plan to run a summer camp on Long Island for 100 boys. Mayor Quincy backs a $2600 transfer to finance the camp, with an advisory committee to oversee admissions and excursions. The plan aims to provide educational and physical training, with a seven person advisory panel and tentative opening July 18.
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Meet
Paige
Norton
Presho
Conry
Quincy
Charlestown
South Boston
Lott
O’toole
Berwin
Cuddy
James M. Ellis
Ellis
Boston Elevated Company
Commonwealth Avenue
Brighton
Chestnut Hill
Commonwealth Avenues
Brookline
A. D. Chandler
Elevated Company
Committee On Railroads
John P. Brawley
Randidge
Long Island
Boston
Parel
Senator Folsom
John Pierce
E. Mortain Hatch
Hatch
Folsom
Boston Wins Bid for First Class Depot in Washington
Delegation from the Boston Merchants Association led by A. Shuman has secured a promise from the Secretary of War for a first class government depot in Boston. Captain Hyde, recently promoted to major, will oversee the new armory depot near the post office. The party notes strong support from Vice-President Shuman and expects space and staffing expansion including a dozen new workers. Bid opening for $75,000 in army shoes drew 25 bidders and will be reviewed in Washington.
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Boston Merchants’ Association
Washington
A. Shuman
Secretary of War
Boston
Hyde
Shuman
Armory
Army
Department
Soldiers Mail Arrives Across Farewell Letters Delivery
Soldiers mail totaling 18000 letters arrived at the Boston post office yesterday after noon from Portsmouth aboard the St Louis. Under law letters reach recipients regardless of stamps, with postage due on unprepaid items. Envelopes include Captain J F Phillip to Mrs Phillip of Charlestown and Mrs Russell White of Mashua, along with a Maine and Santiago flag message. Colonel Bogan's family expects news today.
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Boston
Portsmouth
St. Louis
J. F. Phillip
Texas
Enlistment Tales From Civil War Fronts and Recruit Tricks
Colonel W S Squires of Cleveland sends three sons to Ohio troops with a fourth awaiting orders. A Vermont volunteer seeks removal of a second toe over the big toe to pass muster. Shorty Ballard of Company E is stretched to gain height and pass the enlistment exam at Marysville Missouri.
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W. S. Squires
Cleveland
Ohio
Squires
Vermont
J. R. Kean
Warren
Mass
Lynchburg
Company E
Shorty
Salem Recruits Reach the Eighth After Sidetracked
Salem soldiers join the Eighth Cavalry after a late arrival. Lt Jenkins exits service for disability due to declining health, leaving a respected figure among the men. The First Ohio Cavalry plans moves to Tampa and Santiago with tents and horses issued to hospital staff.
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Chickamauga Park
Camp Dewey
Salem
Whipley
Thar
Cincinnati
First
Ohio Cavalry
Tampa
Santiago
Jenkins
Cuba
First Massachusetts Heavy Artillery Spared From Coast Guard
Governor Wolcott states the First Regiment Heavy Artillery is no longer needed along Massachusetts coast. Colonel Pfaff and Major Pyar met with the governor who says the unit is now at the disposal of the national government for any service required. The regiment is praised for its faithful and excellent performance.
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Massachusetts Heavy Artillery
U. 8
S. W
Massachusetts
Wolcott
Pfaff
Pyar
Executive Department
Commonwealth
Sharpshooters to Formed into Companies for Porto Rico Expedition
General Sanger orders regimental commanders to muster all sharpshooters into companies for use if the Sp keep up the practice begun at Santiago. A high official says the Second Division of the First Corps under General Poland is designated for an expedition to Porto Rico and will be dispatched soon.
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Chickamauga
Sanger
Santiago
Poland
Porto Rico
Ninth Nearly Full as Mass Volunteers Near Cuba
Captain Keefe and Lieutenant Casey of the Ninth Massachusetts Volunteers near completion of recruiting within a week. Casey dispatched a detachment to Dunn Loring Virginia to join the regiment at Camp Alger where 260 men are stationed. Including Cuba bound troops the total now stands at 1200 with more detachments planned this week.
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Keefe
Casey
Ninth Massachusetts Volunteers
Dunn Loring
Ninth Regiment
Ninth
Camp Alger
Cuba
Alger
Sen
Santiago
Notorious Soph ie Lyons Disgraced by Hair Fix Request
A Boston based con artist Sophie Lyons, famed for a 25 year crime record, was arrested entering City Church New York. In a letter she criticizes Captain McClusky for not arranging a hairdresser, instead sending her for a photo, lamenting ruined crimps and public image.
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United States
Sophie Lyons
Boseton
Sophie
Pisces
City Church
New York
Captain McClusky
A Patriot Girl's Souvenir From Trinidad Visit
A Kansas recruit reports a warm reception at Trinidad Col with 2000 in attendance. A patriotic girl offers a keepsake during the departure as recruits recall gifts of flowers and other items. The narrator mentions receiving a small token and notes a comic misread line at the end.
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Kansas
Oswego
Kan
Trinidad
Col
Greyhound
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