Sailor Captain Sigsbee Recalls Maine Explosion Details
Captain Sigsbee testified about the night of the Maine disaster describing the blast as a metallic roaring event followed by debris, darkness, and sinking. He located the center of the explosion near the conning tower affecting the 6 inch and 10 inch magazines and reported his near escape from the sinking vessel.
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Sopty Tom
Judge Advocate
Sigebes
Sutohomist Council
Navy Department
Wiemont
Sigsbee
Ares
Sigabes
Lesat Ee
Havana
Maine
Ensign Powelson Testifies On Maine Wreck Findings
Ensign W V T Powellson testified at the court as the Maine wreck diver reports surfaced. He described the forward and after sections aligned with the explosion area pushed from port to starboard and noted shells buried in mud while divers spoke of damaged tanks and mud depth hindering bottom work.
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W- V. T. Powelson
Maine
Fern
Oei
Judge Advocate
Powelsoy
Werte
Gopper Morgan
Powelson
Dr Williams Pink Pills Claim Cure for Many Ailments
An 1807 testimonial from Monroe Louisiana recounts a long illness with cough paleness and weight loss. The patient attributes temporary relief to a change of climate but soon declines again, and credits Dr Williams Pink Pills as a remedy sold widely for four dollars and fifty cents.
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Poe Tay
Williame
Monroe
Renee
Maine Explosion Witnesses Describe Debris and Damage
Testimony details engine room telegraph and steer gear bends, greasy deck, and blast damage on the Maine. Witness Emalyn Powelson cites observations above water while Morgan’s hole claim is questioned. dispatches discuss spy messages and Madrid restrictions. The Maine arrived the next day with Lee reporting to the state department.
Notice of Mortgage Sale and Court Hearing in Devils Lake
Notice states a mortgage sale on 162 acres in Romney County North Dakota to satisfy debt under a deed of trust. Sale date set for April 180M with claimed sums due and conditions. Also a hearing for Letters of Administration in the county court of Devils Lake North Dakota regarding the estate of Nolse Shear, with date and venue specified.
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Fallowe
Dakota
Nolse
North Dakota
Marep
Ie Court House
Davila Lake
Maranorth
Devils Lake
Ot More
B.g. Durll
Indge Tak
Fettione
Devils
Underwater Explosion Observed by Captain Stevens
Captain Stevens of the City of Washington testified he felt a dull explosion under the water near the Maine and saw the ship lift as a second blast followed, lighting the air with debris. The report shifts to a feature on cow bells, detailing their manufacture, metals, sizes, and distribution across the United States.
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Cty
Washington
Lee Frank Stevens
City of Washington
Maine
Belet
United States
Australia
New York Sea
Notice of Election in Devila Lake County Ward
Notice declares an election for Third Ward representatives in Devila Lake Dakota. Proposals for furnishing supplies and services for county offices are invited by the county board of commissioners with April 4 1896 deadline and right to reject any and all bids. County Auditor Hearty Male signs the notice.
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Harely Civen
Devila Lake
Manusey Ort
Dakota
Alfermas
Board of
Panty Commssioners
Hearty Male
Amon
Lee Te Lee
Thas
Hale
Commander Wainwright Describes Aboard Regulations After Explosion
Lieutenant Commander Richard Wainwright testifies to strict discipline and precautions aboard the ship. He recalls guarding precautions, lookouts at night, and no unauthorised entries, with orders followed promptly after the blast. He details rowing to aid wounded and inspecting wreckage at daylight amid ongoing danger.
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Namah
Wainwright
Richard Waint
Hood
General Lee's Testimony On Maine Arrival Formalities
American Consul General Lee testified before the court on March 5 regarding official procedures preceding the Maine's arrival. He stated that on January 4 he urged the department to send the Maine to Havana for a friendly visit to resume normal naval status and deployments.
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St Harane Olves
Lee
Maine
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