Monitor Catskill Welcomed by Cheering Thousands
Gloucester greeted the Civil War ironclad Catskill on arrival after an eight day voyage from Philadelphia. Crowds watched as the ship anchored near Ten Pound Island and crews endured rough seas before a celebratory harbor welcome and a salute from nearby ships.
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Dewey's Pacific Duel Alights in Manila Bay Engagement
The Spanish warships retreated behind forts as Admiral Dewey pressed the attack. Heavy gunnery and shelling left Don Juan de Austria and Reina Maria Christina wrecked, with Doña Antonio de Ulloa disabled and Castilla set afire. The battle, blazing and brutal, marked a turning point as the American fleet pursued victory while tending wounded and repelling forts.
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Cunard Pavonia Brings Record Immigrant List to Port
The Cunard steamer Pavonia under Captain Atkin arrived from Liverpool and Queenstown with 4 saloon 44 second cabin and 1033 steerage passengers. It marks the largest list this season and one of the largest immigrant arrivals into port.
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Musical Soiree by H. Musical Society at Hyde Park
The H Musical Society presented a fine concert yesterday at Hyde Park with soloists Miss Mabel Younans soprano Miss Et ta Clark contralto Mr Leon Urling tenor Mr P Edward Young bass and a chorus of fifty voices.
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Gaelic School expands at University Hall with new class
The Gaelic School met yesterday at University Hall 1371 Washington Street with P J Daly John M Doran and Michael Aurley in charge. About six names joined the new class. Next Sunday the Gaelic singing class begins at the Gaelic School in Bogtor with Patrick Kelly leading. A council meeting after adjournment arranged the June 2 quarter entertainment at Union Park Hall.
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Madrid reports Philippine battle and Manila unrest
From Madrid and London dispatches on May Day the city reels over a Philippines battle with the American squadron retreating after damage to Mindanao and Ulloa. Officials claim a Manila resistance but fear further American operations without a base. Mounted guards patrol as authorities vow suppressions.
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Spanish Fleet Defeated Off Cavite
Reliable news from Lisbon reports that the Spanish fleet was completely defeated off Cavite. The dispatch comes in the May 1 update at 11 p.m. with no further details available.
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Victory Celebration Echoes From Madrid Despatch
News from Madrid reports a celebration of victory with emphasis on public joy and officials noting the significance. The London desk forwards details of jubilant scenes and expected commemorations continuing through the day.
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Havana Eyes Bombardment Before Defences Rise
May 1 Havana may face bombardment within 48 hours as hundreds dig earthworks and prepare for a land assault. Authorities consider bombing Havana before stronger defences, while Morro Castle guns seem less formidable and Matanzas could be seized as a base for action.
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No execution in Key West report on Jose Yglesias
Key West dispatch denies any execution of Jose Yglesias last evening. He remains under surveillance aboard the monitor Pu ritan for suspicious behavior near a magazine last Wednesday and has not been placed on trial.
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Yale Celebrates Victory With Fires In New Haven
Almost the entire Yale student body gathered in New Haven to mark the Manila victory with bonfires and fireworks. Commander Buckland of the Naval Reserves secured police permission and fired volleys with Hotchkiss guns in uniform. Prominent clubs joined in the celebration with bonfires and red flames outside their clubhouses.
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Ward 5 Democrats Meet Over Post and Liquor Bills
A Charlestown gathering led by Councilman Edward Madden attacked Miller Twomey and others over dodging votes on the Post telephone bill and a liquor measure. They accused allies of misrepresenting attendance and stressed union shop printing and labor interests.
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Boston Theaters Set Busy Week With Plays and Acts
In Boston the Lyceum presents The Tree of Knowledge at Hollis amid moral Ibsenesque notes. A dual bill at Boston Theatre includes Pinafore and I Pagliacci. The Telephone Girl debuts May 16 at Hollis. Ada Rehan and Daly leave Tremont after a week of As You Like It. European plans stalled by war.
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Insulted the Flag Forces Bowman to Flee
George F. Bowman associate editor of the Appeal to Reason socialist paper at Girard and former Rhode Island lieutenant governor candidate fled Girard to escape a mob after writing that the flag is a painted rag tied to a stick. Bowman traveled from Providence about a year ago and is heading toward Washington State.
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