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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1898
Page
1
Local store clears stock of Genuine Peacedale serges with a large selection. Fabrics in red and American patterns priced at 7.75, normally 15. Over 500 bolts on hand, with typical prices at 20 to 22.
Private advices report the Cuban army of invasion has begun its campaign. Transports at Key West paused briefly to finalize armaments for the convoys. More than forty vessels form a grand armada and most troops are en route to Santiago, with a possibility of some forces diverted to Porto Rico.
In Jamaica on June 10 American warships bombarded Baiquiri near Aquadores and the Santiago railway line to drive Spanish forces from the coast between Santiago Harbor and Cuanta namo Bay. The entire coast between these points is under Admiral Sampson's control.
Majors Grady Donovan and Connor arrived in Boston to recruit 500 volunteers for the Ninth. Two stations open in Heston and one in Lowell. The regiment reports no illnesses at Camp Alger and thanks Governor Wolcott and Massachusetts for pay. Eighth Regiment notes improved state pay and support for dependents. Cuban invasion plan reportedly failing with Santiago-focused troop movements and Basquiri bombardment near Aguadores.
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