04 Jun 1898
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Newspaper
Connersville Daily News
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1898
Page
1
Promoters tout six specialties and claim the best soda water in the United States with guaranteed satisfaction and a money back offer. The text promises a strong promotional push and confidence in product quality.
The listing notes a lot on North Eastern avenue at B2ILx165 feet to be sold for one half its value. John Banger runs a double cottage and tailor shop at the corner of Yth street and Western avenue. A two story five room house and lot measuring 82 by 165 feet sits at corner Mth street and Indiana avenue. A new four room cottage at corner loth street and Lincoln avenue is set to be withdrawn from the market next month.
A single vessel involved in a harbor assault is sunk after Merrimac attempts to force the harbor and is torpedoed. The incident underscores a direct naval engagement with damaging impact and uncertain casualties. Authorities assess the wreck and investigate the attacker’s identity and motives.
June 4 to 5 1898 reports from Port Au Prince Hayti describe the American squadron bombarding Santiago de Cuba with a two hour cannonade that silenced Spanish batteries. The Merrimac, named as an auxiliary cruiser, attempted to force the harbor entrance but faced heavy fire. Eight prisoners reported, casualties not specified. Commodore Schley relays his first battle details to the Navy Department. Cadiz fleet sails toward Cape Waters while transports gather at Mobile destined for Puerto Rico. McKimmee ordered to Chickamauga. U S forces plan advancing officers.
At least one American torpedo attack sent a vessel down about 500 feet in the channel, with officers and six crew captured. The exact number of victims unknown as only the funnel and masts stood above water. City crowds react with excitement amid fighting on nearby heights. the Merriman is noted as a collier.
Spanish forces sink a U S auxiliary cruiser near Cape Haytien after crossing torpedo lines. One officer and several crew captured. details on casualties vague. Reports also note Dominican unrest near Monte Cristi and Cape Hastien with mixed dispatches on leadership and strategic mines.
Naval officials say Admiral Sampson ordered Merrimac's destruction to test mine effectiveness and block Santiago harbor. Eight Spanish prisoners are hailed as war heroes. Schley reports his engagement at Santiago confirms firing on coastal defenses but notes conditions were unfavorable for a direct assault.
An old time sale pitch touts Hood's Sarsaparilla with bold claims that it starts today and will bring great good, urging immediate use and promising health benefits.
The Navy Department clarifies its method of advancing captains from ships at Manila. The system weighs higher grades more, causing apparent inequality but yielding true equality in rank. Notable jumps include Captain Wildes five numbers and Admiral Downey two, with Sigsbee Crowninshield and O Neil among the notable skips. General Merritt orders full companies of the Eighteenth and Twenty third regiments into the second expedition. Troops to depart include First Pennsylvania First Colorado Seventh California, four batteries of Third Artillery, and four cavalry troops, with Minnesota possibly providing a regiment. General Otis inspected Colorado and Pennsylvania volunteers, pleased with their marching and drill results.
Mobile reports the Fourth army corps begins moving from camp as the Second cavalry starts first. The Third Infantry and the Twentieth Infantry follow to the wharf and board transports. Soldiers express relief at leaving camp life and expect to reach the front, with Porto Rico seen as the likely destination.
Vallejo June 4 The monitor Monterey left Mare Island navy yard for San Francisco to the cheers of hundreds of sailors and onlookers as steam whistles sounded in salute. The collier Brutus, to accompany Monterey to Manila, will leave for San Francisco today and both ships are expected to sail tomorrow.
A Hawaii era dispatch reports Commodore Schley briefing about fortifications and Spanish squadron positions as US crews prepare to sail the second Philippine expedition. Five transport ships were delayed awaiting cargo preparations, with the Chima not yet loaded.
National Military Park near Chattanooga reports regiments and brigades engaged in daily drills. Armament supply accelerates under Captain Rockwell. many units lack complete uniforms and weapons but will be equipped within a week to ten days. First Ohio Cavalry to Tampa once horses and gear arrive as divisions begin rifle practice and target ranges are set up.
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