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Newspaper
Bryan Morning Eagle
Location
Bryan, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1898
Page
4
Reports suggest the forces remaining at Santiago may be a rear guard delaying pursuit. Analysts note the potential for a strategic withdrawal or regrouping by the Spanish forces as air and naval pressure continues.
Washington officials note strong grounds for belief that General Shafter will press into Santiago while Spaniards reportedly evacuate bay positions. Reports describe potential gaps in Spanish defenses as U S forces prepare to seize the city. Wounded Spanish soldiers and shifting troop dispositions frame the looming assault amid debate on surrender versus battle.
Dispatches from Shafter report Santiago surrounded on the north and a flag of truce in place as Fifth Army Corps advances. General arrives at headquarters amid quiet fighting. two new batteries expected tomorrow and several casualties noted. Navy says no word on forward turrets and injuries unclear.
War prep details outline a Porto Rico expedition of 25 000 to 80 000. Miles to organize after Santiago with regulars volunteers and reserves from Tampa Miami Jacksonville Chickamauga Camp Alger and Camp Alger. A Cuban rally song by S E Sprague calls for freedom and action against Spanish rule.
Dover New Jersey July 12 explosion at Laftin Rand Powder company plant kills fifteen workers including several soldiers on guard duty. The blast follows an earlier fatal explosion that killed six men at the same site.
Mrs. Wilson calmly handles her irate husband’s threats and temper as a gunshot from a cellar entices only a delicious meal. The episode shows her patience and wit guiding the household through a chaotic evening. The husband vows reform after a playful confrontation ends with dinner served.
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