Illawara renamed and Oneida commission at Fort Warren
At 3 pm Captain Wadleigh raised the Stars and Stripes over the yacht Illawara which was commissioned as the despatch boat Oneida. The Chatham was renamed Val, Lieutenant Miller assigned, and the Val awaits officer quotas. Captain E. W. Watson assumed command of the Southern. The Katahdin sails from Provincetown for coal, returning tonight. Lieutenant Foster and Surgeon Low restored to active duty on the Wabash. Seven marines depart for New York to join an auxiliary. Chelsea hosts a physician gathering for Navy needs with an examining board.
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E. W. Watson
New London
Nval
Howison
Southern
Provincetown
Navy Yard
Massachusetts Bay
Foster
Homer Lycurgus Low
Picking
Active Aguny
Wabash
Jackson
New York
Brooklyn Navy Yard
Naval Hospital
Chelsea
J. H. Clark
J. L. Wilson
M. F. Gates
Enlistment Protest Among Fort Warren M M Troops
At Fort Warren on May 2 the First Regiment M M resisted general enlistment into federal service. A circulated letter shows soldiers favor state service to defend Massachusetts, with many undecided or opposed to joining the regular army and concerns for families at home. Some garrison troops mock the militiamen’s fears as they discuss possible mass enlistment and Harbor defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Warren
M. M
Weaver
M. V.M
Massachusetts
Boston
Boston Harbor
Submarine harbor mine notice disputed amid patrol gaps
Protest arises over authorities failing to warn vessels at sea about harbor mine positions. Towboats Blanche Captain H. K. Doane Nellie were hired to patrol near lines. Gate City from Savannah passed undetected with no searchlight or mine warning. Ottoman from Liverpool narrowly avoided buoy collision after warnings from a rowboat. Fort Warren sentry did not notify the steamer.
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United States
Ippers
Blanche
H. K. Doane
Nellie
2 Doane
Lewis Wharf
Gate City
C. B. Googas
Savannah
Fort Warren
Fawcett
Columbia
Dr. McDonald
Liverpool
Mr Shuman Donates New Flag to City Hospital
A. Shuman presented a new flag to City Hospital after a note dated April 21 to Superintendent G H M Rowe described the dilapidated condition of the old flag. He pledged to donate further contributions while in town and urged the flag to symbolize freedom and bravery as trustees organized the hospital's flag display.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Shuman
City Hospital
Board of Trustes
Shuman
G. H. M. Rowe
Victory News Tugs Flying Squadron as Scorpion Reassigned
On board the flagship Brook Lyn off Fort Monroe May 2 a salute greeted Manila news. The Scorpion under Commander Marix is reassigned to patrol duty replacing small cutters amid jubilation in the Flying Squadron over Commodore Dewey’s victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scorpion
Marix
Brooklyn
Fort Monroe
Manila
Dewey
Etoker
Bancroft
Key West
Schley
Woodbury Facial Trio Promises Skin Improvement
Ad copies Woodbury Facial Soap Facial Cream and Facial Powder as a grand combination to improve complexion and cure skin issues. The pitch claims a sample offer and lists John H Woodbury of 11 Winter Street Boston as the advertiser.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodbury
John H. Woodbury
Winter St
Bostoms
Prairie sail: Massachusetts detachment to New York voyage
The largest detachment of the Massachusetts Naval Brigade, eighty five men under Lt Daniel Chase and Ensign R T Borden, left Minnesota for Fall River to join the Prairie for sailing to New York. Crowds cheered at Highland Light as the train departed 4 45 pm amid station guards and minor hat damage. Lt Parker ordered the Highland Light signal officer position changed due to safety concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts Naval Brigade
Minnesota
Park Square
Fall River
New York
Daniel Chase
R. T. Borden
Prairie
Parker
Signal Corps
Highland Light
Technology Students Rally to Offer Service to U S
One thousand technology students gathered in Huntington Hall for a mass meeting yesterday. They adopted loyalty resolutions and read approved pledges to offer their services to the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huntington Hall
United States
State House Notes on Coastal Defenses and Troop Details
Advisory board met with the Governor at the State House and urged detailing state troops to man harbor batteries until U S troops relieve them. They asked for a $50,000 fortification appropriation per US Engineer Corps plans and $760 to reimburse the Naval Reserve for bringing monitors to Boston. The Commonwealth purchased twelve Driggs-Schrader rapid fire 1 pounder guns for coast defense to be mounted on cone mounts, similar to Hotchkiss guns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State House
Framingham
Board of Fortifications
United States
United States Engineer Corps
Naval Reserve
Boston
Commonwealth
Patriotic Portuguese Meet in Boston Adopts War Support Measures
The St Michael's Autonomic Beneficent Association on Hanover Street, led by President A Sears, held a patriotic meeting. Freitas offered resolutions exempting members from assessments for patriotic service to the United States against Spain, funding families of front line members, and ensuring benefits for fatalities and disabled members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Michael
America
Spain
Supreme Council
Leather Men Raise New Flag Over Corner Scene
Leather men held another flag raising yesterday morning as a large pen sign was hoisted at the corner of High and Summer streets. Fred A. Warner led the subscription push and hauled the flag into position amid cheers and music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred. A. Warner
BU liberal arts students plan Cuban question discussion
Boston University College of Liberal Arts hosts a meeting this afternoon to discuss resolutions on the Cuban question. Speakers include Miss Lina Baylor from the Medical School, Miss Lucy B. Whittier of Co L A, Josiah Dearborn from the Law School, and Harry E. Milness from the Theological School.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston University
College of Liberal Arts
Pp. m
Lina Baylor
B. U. Medical School
Lucy B. Whittier
Co. L. A
Josiah Dearborn
B. U. Law
Harry E. Milness
Theologic S School
Flags and Bunting at Low Prices by Larrabee Co
B. F. Larrabee & Co. offer American flags bunting cotton and silk at very low prices for one week starting yesterday. Free with every purchase a Cuba map 121 by 19 inches. Also sale of war atlases and authentic world maps bound with marginal index showing area and population and major world cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. F. Larrabee & Co
Cuba
Woodford at Sea Heads for New York on La Touraine
Paris reports General Stewart L Woodford former U S minister to Madrid is aboard La Touraine which sailed from Havre Saturday bound for New York confirming his travel status from the passenger list and current voyage details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Stewart L Woodford
United States
Madrid
la Touraine
Havre
New York
Dons' Fleet Set to Sail for Cuba on May 16
A Cadiz dispatch to the Daily Chronicle reports orders issued for a fleet of five vessels to begin sailing from Cadiz toward Cuba on May 16. London observers note the plan appears coordinated and will impact maritime traffic in the Atlantic.
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London
Cadiz
Daily Chronicle
Cuba
Riot and Revolution Rage in Spanish Cities After Manila Disaster
Riot and revolution sweep Spain as Manila disaster confirms. At 2 a m a mob tried to enter the Apollo Theatre for a demonstration of indignation against the ministry and dynasty. Police, hussars, and guards held key streets while windows in the theatre and nearby buildings were broken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madrid
Spain
Manila
Apollo Theatre
Hussars
Powers unlikely to intervene at present juncture
Vienna reports from well informed circles deny that the major powers will intervene at the current moment, despite circulating speculation about outside involvement. The claim emphasizes a reluctance or hesitation among leaders to take action now.
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Vienna
Idea From Berlin Sees U S Prize In Philippines
Berlin observers believe America secured its true prize by promising no annexation of Cuba but giving no commitment on the Philippines, signaling strategic gains without territorial claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Cuba
Philippines
Hope for Continental Intervention Amid Madrid Dispatch
A Madrid dispatch reports all classes in London, especially politicians, hoping for intervention by continental powers led by Germany and Russia. The appeal centers on broader European action and potential shifts in influence.
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Spain
Austria
Germany
German Warship Leaves Kiao Chou for Manila
London reports another German warship has sailed from Kiao Chou toward Manila. With the Irene also en route from Nagasaki, three German warships are now in Philippine waters. Official figures place about 100 Germans in Manila.
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London
Kiao Chou
Manila
Madrid 1 Surprised By the Defeat at Manila
Madrid correspondent of the Daily Mail reports rumors that half breeds at the Manila arsenal cut submarine mine cables enabling Commodore Dewey to force Manila harbor. The piece mentions Spanish Captain Codarso killed on Reina Maria Christina and notes proclamations by Senor Aguilera in Madrid.
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Manila
Dewey
London
Madrid
The
Daily Mail
Manila Arsenal
Old Town
Codarso
Reina Maria Christina
Peeting
Senor Aguilera
Home Office
Ultimatum Demands Manila Surrender Of War Goods
Commodore Dewey purportedly turned over order keeping to military authorities with Captain-General Augusti given twenty four hours to comply. Madrid dispatch says all warlike stores and coal under government control to be handed over. No money levy to Manila. Despatch suggests Madrid believes Augusti already authorized compliance. Grave events may follow this compliance.
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Dewey
Madrid
Augusti
Manila
Hotel Licenses Provoked Protests at Boston Meeting
Police commissioners faced a crowded room in Pemberton Square as ex-hotel license holders from South Boston and Charlestown voiced grievances. Several Boston hotels were suppressed after license rejections, while liquor dealers pressed for continued fourth class licenses amid potential offers of first class or combined licenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pemberton Square
South Boston
Boston
Charlestown
Martin
Thomas Casey
James P. McShane
Broadway
Peninsula
Mr. McShane
Dorchester
Miller’s
Spain Crisis Spurs Push for Terms and Naval Strategy
The Times notes the United States naval strategic board favors measures to meet contingencies as Spain faces upheaval. It mentions strong criticism of sending three German men of war to the Philippines and debates over how terms should be reached.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
the Times
United States Naval Strategic Board
Philippines
Commodore Dewey Likely Captures Manila After Cable Cut
Report from New York on May 2 states Dewey's forces over Cavite may have Manila under control. The Philippines cable was severed, hindering details of the naval action as Hong Kong reports and New York confirms the outage after the bombardment began.
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New York
Cavite
Spain
Philippines
Commodore Dewey
Fearless
Manila
Dewey
Bomardment
Hong Kong
New York City
Coal for Dewey Reaches Manila Bay Base
Manila dispatch notes Commodore Dewey now controls Manila Bay and can seize Corregidor Island. With a secure naval base, he can obtain coal, as The Times says coal is a money and organization issue. Private enterprise will pursue coal if transport risks are moderate and profits are high.
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London
Manila
Dewey
Manila Bay
Corregidor Island
The
Times
Montejo Surprised as Dewey Wins Early Battle
London reports Admiral Montejo taken by surprise as Spanish defenses appear incomplete and mines and searchlights lacking while Commodore Dewey’s American squadron defeats the fleet with minimal damage. Morale and strategic implications dominate Western press as Spain weighs further Atlantic actions.
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London
Admiral Montejo
England
Dewey
Montejo
Spain
Atlantic
Cuban
Scott's Emulsion Standard of the World
An 19th century advertisement proclaims Scott's Emulsion a cod liver oil based tonic with hypophosphites and glycerine. It claims to enrich poor blood, energize nervous systems, and add flesh to undernourished children. Sold by druggists for $7.00 per bottle from Scott and Bowne, New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott & Bowne
New York
Invasion Threat Against the United States Heightens
Fragmentary text notes an adversary threatening invasion and assembling an army to march on U S soil. The brief fragment implies military action and potential conflict without detailing participants or dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Yale Departs New York on Sealed Orders With Salutes
The steamship Yale formerly the Paris left New York docks just before 6 pm with Captain Watkins aboard and Captain Wise from the Navy on the bridge. Hundreds of vessels saluted as the Yale steamed down the bay carrying 6000 tons of coal and a full cargo for an extended cruise.
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New York
Yale
Paris
E. M. Millard
America
Puritan
Watkins
Wise
United States Navy
Sandy Hook
Law on liquor licenses sparks Senate debate in Boston
Discussion centers on a bill limiting Boston liquor licenses to 800. Boston currently has 956 licensed. section two says the act takes effect on passage, prompting estimates of a May 1 1899 implementation if the Senate approves changes. General Martin voices uncertainty about fairness and law timing.
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House
Senate
Boston
Martin
Topeka Arrives at Sandy Hook After Turbulent Atlantic Crossing
From New York May 2 a government harbor report notes the cruiser Topeka moored at Sandy Hook at 7 17 yesterday after riding heavy seas from Weymouth England. Once the Diogenes, the transport cruiser class vessel bears black hulls and twin yellow funnels.
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New York
Tompkinsville
Staten Island
Topeka
Sandy Hook
Diogenes
Weymouth
England
Somers
Smaler
Portland
Knapp
Big Rally in Ward 3 Democrats Ratify Ticket
Seven hundred Ward 3 Democrats gathered in the new ward room to ratify the ticket led by Councilman John J. O Callaghan. A brass band played and the Star Spangled Banner opened the rally. Speakers included Charles S Sullivan James F Haley Edward L J Quigley Francis J Murphy and others accusing the opposition of neglecting registration and naturalization work and disloyalty to Josiah Quincy.
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Ward
John J. O'Callaghan
Charless. Sullivan
James F. Haley
Edward JL. Quigley
Francis J. Murphy
Michael W. Collins
Joseph A. Dennison
Thomas W. Berridge
John J. O’callaghan
Joseph J. Corbett
David B. Shaw
Jeremiah Fef. McCarthy
Josiah Quincy
Stationary Engineers Banquet Set at Castle Square Hotel
The Club will host its first banquet at Castle Square Hotel on Wednesday at 8 p.m. Expected attendees include Governor Walcott, several Senate and House members, and Mayor Quincy.
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Stationary Engineers’ Club
Castle Square
Walcott
Senate
House
Quincy
Warships ordered to Cuba from Nassau and Vienna
The British cruiser Talbot is ordered from Nassau to Havana at once while the Austrian cruiser Maria Theresa is sent immediately to Cuba to protect Austro-Hungarian interests.
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Havana
Nassau
Talbot
Vienna
Maria Theresa Hasen
Cuba
Austro-Hungary
Mme Yale Awe Draws Boston Women With Beauty Sermon
A Boston audience of women crowds the Boston Theatre as Mme. Yale, likened to Helen of Troy, delivers a beauty themed discourse. Her sermon on “The Religion of Beauty” promotes health, exercise, and self care, while praising her own methods and attire free of corsets.
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Mme
Yale
Boston
Gabriel
Mme. Yale
Helen of Troy
Heaven
Helen
Diana
Hebrews Enlist at Baldwin Place Synagogue Meeting
Nearly 2000 Hebrews gathered at the Baldwin Place Synagogue Hall where Councilman Borofsky was first to sign the enlistment list. Rabbi Margolis urged defense of the nation and vengeance on Spain as letters pledging support arrived from several lodges and societies. An additional enrollment meeting was planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel H. Borofsky
Baldwin Place
Moses S. Margolis
Borofsky
Rabbi Margolis
Israel
Spain
Albert A. Gingberg
B'nai Zion Educational Society
Israel Lodge 1540
OJ B. A
Hebrew Association of Jenesank
PJ Abrams
Harvard
Harry Linenthal
S. Fleischer
Technology
Morris Abrams
Boxing Night at Seaside Pavilion Delights City Point Club
About 509 members and friends of the City Point Athletic Club attended a boxing and concert night at Seaside Pavilion. Star bouts featured Patsey Haley of Buffalo and Patsy Broderick of Providence. no decision was given as audiences favored Buffalo. Exhibition matches included Billy Mullen versus Spike Haley and Jack Foley versus Maurice Rosenberg, with Charlestown’s Jim Stone timing sharp leads against Jack O'Brien.
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City Point Athletic Club
Seaside Pavilion
Patsey Haley
Buffalo
Patsy Broderick
Providence
Buffalonian
Billy Mullen
Spike Haley
South Boston
Jim Stone
Charlestown
Jack O'Brien
Jack Foley
Maurice Rosenberg
Boston
Haley
Broderick
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MR. Shuman
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Chicago
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Minneapolis
Cape Ann
Portsmouth
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Berlin
Spatch
Russia
Nagasaki
Philippine
Joo Drors
Infanis
Whaezer
Bears
Ells
Cone
Centaur
York City
Weyler
Guba
Gen. Martin
Darinz
Scott
Sion
Manila Canal
Paris Sails
Banquet OF Engineers
Goming
Chas. Stedeford
Pittsburg Safe & Deposit Co
Pittsburg
Sterling Remedy Company
Montreal
Foreign Office
E. H. Rawson-Walker
Atre
Health and Beauty
Trojan Helen
Flotilla
Rio
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Brazil
Oregon
Marietta
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