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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1898
Page
8
The Washington administration shifts from defense to offense and plans a quick invasion of Cuba. Commodore Watson leads a large U.S. squadron from Key West toward Havana to cooperate with Schley and Sampson fleets, aiming to overwhelm Spanish forces and end the war swiftly.
A major blaze in Attleboro started in Inman's watchcase factory basement at 12:15. Fourteen factories and three dwellings burned, with losses around 1.1 million dollars. Fire spread along Union and Mill streets, consuming multiple shops and a hose house as help arrived from Taunton, Pawtucket and North Attleboro. by 2:00 a.m. the flames were under control.
Washington May 17 Spain's Cape Verde fleet is seen as likely bottled up in the Caribbean with Schley to the north and Sampson to the east. Without coaling stations they face limited options, while Havana retreat is blocked by the flying squadron. Cervera's delays and possible routes are debated as the two American squadrons close in.
The three battalions of the Eighth Regiment arrived at Weehawken New Jersey about one hour apart with a long stop for wash and gymnastics. They enjoyed the Hudson trip and cheers rang along the route. Dinner featured eleven cans of baked beans for seventy seven men as trains head to Baltimore with Washington unlikely.
New York May 17 Arch bishop Corrigan officiated a high profile marriage at 17 West Twenty-first Street joining Katharine Duer and Clarence H. Mackay. The wedding linked beauty lineage and immense wealth with guests including Livingstons Van Rensselaers and Princess Colonna. The groom wore a park suit in London style as best man Columbus C. Baldwin followed suit.
Governor Wolcott commissioned the officers of the First Massachusetts Regiment heavy artillery stationed at Fort Warren. The ceremony began with the regiment forming in line and ending with the governor presenting the commissions to the officers, including Colonel Pfaff in the center.
Madrid May 17 Admiral Cervera issued a wartime address to his ships at the Cape Verde Islands declaring that after three years of Cuba’s struggle the end is near. He blames American aid for delaying defeat, defends Spain’s conduct, praises discipline, and calls for confident battle under the Spanish crown. Viva Espana Viva El Rey Viva La Reina Regente.
London reports Russia's anger over Mr Chamberlain's remarks to Lord Salisbury. Moscow has demanded an explanation for claims about Russia's alleged perfidy and alliance ineligibility. The speech is seen as pressuring France to evacuate Broussa in West Africa, risking war.
On May 17 off Santa Lucia a large strange warship was seen lying off the west coast with others to the northward. Believed to be Spanish vessels waiting for the battleship Oregon and consorts as they move north to join Sampson.
Three war ships were spotted near Morant Point Jamaica by a lighthouse keeper. The vessels were seen last evening and early morning and are believed to be part of Admiral Sampson's American fleet bound southward.
Lincoln Neb May 17 William J Bryan to organize a third regiment of Nebraska volunteers and tender their services to the President as soon as mustered in Governor Holcomb issued him a commission as colonel with authority to proceed and Bryan said he would accept the commission
A stowaway, about 35, was discovered unconscious in the coal bunkers of the steamship Virginian at 2 p.m. The ship arrived at 9 a.m. He was taken to Massachusetts General Hospital where doctors expect recovery.
Lieutenant F H Holmes navigator of the cruiser Baltimore in Dewey s Asiatic squadron rose to prominence in Manila s naval action He was born in Worcester forty years ago and educated at Annapolis He taught chemistry and navigation for three years later held posts in the Navy before leading Boston hydrographic work at the Custom House He lives in Lowell with his wife and two children and is active in local social circles
The liquor squad raided 104 High Street premises of F D Fuchs, formerly of May and Fuchs, with a warrant, seizing 250 gallons whiskey in three casks, 690 bottles, 46 gallons rum, 25 gallons brandy, 271 gallons wine in two casks, 255 bottles, and a 20 gallon mixed liquor cask. The stock, left after license suspension, prompted hints of further raids on ex dealers with remaining stock.
Carl J L Grenty an 18 year old from Concord New Hampshire shot himself at noon today and died later He wished to enlist in the First New Hampshire Regiment but his grandfather guardian F L Kelley did not grant permission His suicide followed a carefully planned act including a letter and two bank book orders found before he fired the fatal shot
Big hailstones walnut sized fell for about twenty minutes this afternoon near Highland Light with loud thunder and frequent lightning flares. Strong winds accompanied the storm, causing damages reported along the coast and toward inland farms. Local residents described the hail as disruptive to crops and transport, with property impacts under review by authorities.
St Josephs T A Society West End held a flag raising at their hall 1 A New Street. Drum Corps provided music and an elaborate collation was served. Speeches were made by Moran Burns McKenna Smith Campbell Maguire Ryan Mullane and others before a crowd of several hundred.
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