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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Jul 28, 1898

Page

2

Drunkenness Cure Trial Package Promoted by Golden Specific

A sensational home remedy promotion offers a free trial package of Golden Specific for curing drunkenness. The ad claims silent, guaranteed results by adding the remedy to tea or coffee, with testimonials from Mrs. M. Hatton of Lebanon Ohio and others. It includes a solicitation for writing to Dr Heines for sample mailings to prove effectiveness.

Ison John M. Hat Ohio Ball von M. Hatton P. O. Box Lebanon Heines Seation W. Haines Glenn Ett E Ating Wilson Brothers Tremont Row

Ninth Recruits Leave Boston for Camp Alger

Captain Keefe of the Ninth Regiment departs Boston with Lieutenant Healey and sergeants to Camp Alger after recruiting all men ordered. The unit will be trained for front service and join the front early, with aims to proceed to Cuba within a week or ten days.

iGaptain Keefe Ninth Boston Ream Camp Alger Keefe Healey Old Colony Norwich Camp Althey Cuba Al@er Keefeoes

Gallant Ninth Cavalry Lieut Wood Wounded In Action

Washington July 27 Lieutenant W Wood adjutant of the Ninth Cavalry visited the War Department and spoke with Secretary Alger. Wood was wounded by a Mauser bullet that passed through his lower jaw and lodged in his neck. He arrived in the United States on a hospital ship and was undergoing dental treatment to enable chewing. The surgeon general said the operation expenses are a legitimate government claim.

Washington W.wood Ninth Cavalry War Department Alger Wood Brooke Hains Hampton Roads General Miles Porto Rico Miles Shafter United States Infantry San Juan Breckinridge

Mourning for Spain Commentary in Paris Temps

Paris dispatch notes the Temps urging concessions to the Spanish cabinet to meet American demands. It states Spain must mourn the loss of the Pearl of the Antilles and hints that Porto may be held as indemnity. Diplomacy is seen as the path to resolve the Philippines issue.

Paris The Temps Spain Antilles Gigns Porto Philippines United States

Hobson Busy with Plans to Raise Colonial Ship

Lieutenant Hobson visited the Merritt Wrecking Company's office to finalize preliminary details for raising the Colonial. He said all plans are in place and he will proceed to the field as soon as arrangements are confirmed.

York Hobson Merritt Wrecking Comany Leutenant

Peace Terms Discussion Shifts Focus to Spain and Philippines

Washington officials weigh likely peace terms with Spain and the future of the Philippines as talks slow, Cuba and Porto Rico seen as easier concessions. Miles gains through Porto Rico advance, while indemnity remains a point of potential friction amid the span of diplomatic maneuvering.

Spain Philippines Miles Higginson Massachusetts

Spain's Degeneracy Drawn From Spain Figures

The Philadelphia Commercial Museum cites Spain's population at 18 million with half unemployed. It notes 8,726,519 lacking trade, 4,033,201 farmers and 825,531 women in fields, 6,104,470 illiterate, and lists public employees, pensioners, doctors, writers, actors, servants, beggars, and clergy totals.

Philadelphia

Supplementary Reports From Fleet Commanders Revealed

Washington July 27 the navy department released reports from Capt Chadwick of the New York Capt Taylor of the Indiana Capt Philip of the Texas and Lt Cmdr Wainwright of the Gloucester on the Santiago battle The Chadwick report largely repeats Sampsons account while the others offer distinct ship by ship details including the Gloucester fighting torpedo boats in a notable action

Washington Santiago Sampson Schley Evans and Clark Department Chadwick New York Taylor Indiana Philip Texas Wainwright Gloucester

Gloucester Fights to Protect Destroyers in Battle

Lieutenant-Commander Wainwright lauds Gloucester crew for brave action on July 3. Indiana’s heavy fire, close-quarters maneuvers, and rapid gunfire secured the ship’s escape. Officers and men, including Huse, McElroy, Wood, Norman, Edson, Bransford, and Bond, receive praise for skill, coolness, and lifesaving efforts amid exploding ammunition and surf rescue.

Wainwright Gloucester Indiana Taylor Harry P. Huse George W. McElroy Thomas C. Wood George H. Norman, Jr John T. Edson J. F. Bransford Alexander Brown Colt A. M. Proctor Wood Norman Edson Proctor John Bond Department Robert P. Jennings McElroy Bransford

Captain Taylors Report on Spanish Squadron Sighting

Captain Taylor of the Indiana reports that a Spanish squadron was seen. The note conveys a naval encounter observation from the era, reflecting maritime activity and reporting style.

Taylor Indianas

Victory at Manila Bay Aboard the Indiana

The Indiana and supporting ships engage the Spanish squadron off Manila. Maria Teresa Oquendo Vizcaya and Colon are set on fire and abandoned, while the destroyers Furor and Pluton are sunk. The Kaiserin Maria Teresa is identified and searched for harbor entry as crews display discipline and courage.

Infanta Maria Teresa Cervera Vizcaya Cristobal Colon Oquendo Furor Pluton Teresa Gloucester Morro Maria Teresa Colon Brooklyn Oregon Texas New York John A. Rodgers

Texas Captain Reports Naval Action Near Harbor

Captain Philip of the Texas reports sighting the enemy Morro and Vizcaya class flagship at 9:25. Texas engages with Oregon and Iowa, sinks two destroyers, chases the leading ship to the beach, and forces surrender of Colon by 1:20. Commander praises officers.

Philip The Texas Iowa M. L. Bristol Vizcaya Oquendo Maria Teresa Colon Gloucester Oregon Brooklyn

Rumor Sows Confusion Amid Camp Dalton Presentation Day

Rumors swirl at Camp Dalton south of Framingham as peace talks prompt talk of disbandment or garrison duty for the regiment. Colonel Whitney and Lt Colonel Weaver stay silent while gifts and ceremonies unfold for officers Captain Facey Captain Kincaide and Lt Whitney during a crowded camp visit by Cambridge and Quincy friends.

Camp Dalton South Framingham Honolulu Sam Whitney Weaver Catlin Camp Dalton John Beck Medford G. A. R. Post Mr. Beck Captain Facey Cambridge Edward J. Brandon John J. Ryan St. Paul’s Parish F. L. Jones Kincaide F. W. Brett Quincy F. L. Davis H. F. Pierce C. H. Porter C. F. Pettingill Grace Pettingill A. W. Stetson W. Hodges F. C. Packard Fire Department Elisha Packard John Page Fred Tirrell Roger H. Wilde W. J. Wellington J. Curtis J. H. Whitehead Fred West J. A. Gordon J. S. Arnold J. W. Stevens H. E. Spear W. S. Pierce R. W. Stoddard George W. Wilson H. A. McLaughlin Company K

Drill Ground Markings Aid Targeted Fire and Charge Tactics

The article describes a military drill at Hi Caney with marked stakes showing distances from the objective point. Scouts advance, sections deploy, volleys fire, and a final double quick charge followed by bayonet action. The drill tests endurance during vaccination season and notes court martial activity and band concerts.

Hi Caney

Prince Henry Explains Irene Incident At Subig Bay

Shanghai dispatch reports Prince Henry of Prussia defending the Irene action near Subig Bay. The ship escorted Spanish women and children in distress, met an insurgent steamer at Isla Grande, and did not engage with two U S cruisers outside Manila Bay. Neutrality rules were observed.

Berlin Shanghai Prince Henry of Prussia Irene Subig Bay Ost Asiatische Lloyd Isla Grande Manila Bay United States

American Wringer Co advertises delivery service in Boston

The American Wringer Co announces a pick up and delivery service for wringers in perfect order. Located at 77 and 79 Franklin Street Boston Massachusetts. Telephone B 2690.

The American Wringer Co Franklin Street Boston Mass

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