Merchant ships shell Santiago as Cuba expedition story unfolds
The Madrid correspondent reports General Blanco's despatch noting fifteen merchant ships and tugs appearing before Santiago de Cuba at noon. After cannonading Basquiri Heights, fifteen vessels remained while others sailed to Guantanamo with the Massachusetts and Dolphin. No casualties are reported. It is unclear if the ships carry expedition contingents.
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On board the association press despatch boat Wanda off San Tiago de Cuba June 11 reports maneuvers at Caimanera and Guantanamo Bay. US forces under Admiral Sampson and Commodore Schley maintain a vigilant watch while ships like Marblehead Oregon and Texas coal and prepare. Spanish cruisers and two torpedo boat destroyers are thought to be present. observers note Spain’s history of dodging naval battles. An expedition of launches surveyed for mines near Fisherman Point finding none and noting Spanish positions and fledging armor.
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