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Newspaper
Dillon Tribune
Location
Dillon, Montana, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1898
Page
6
The report details Commodore Schley’s orders to prevent repairs to Morro and nearby batteries at Santiago. He drew back only after silencing the fortifications and declared the action permanent, aiming to deter further bombardments and secure naval protection for Atlantic and Pacific cities amid the war.
Washington reports plan to blockade Santiago until American army arrives to strike Spanish forces from rear with concurrent land and sea assault. Independent reports touch on a second attack by the fleet, Cuban general presence near Santiago, and evolving battle rumors.
Washington officials say the Merrimac, a US collier, entered the harbor channel as a test of Spanish mine defenses. It was torpedoed and sank after about five hundred feet, with six crewmen captured and held as prisoners of war.
Reports indicate the Merrimac destroyed to block the harbor with eight crewmen aboard while officials doubt a battle occurred. Washington notes a General Santiago attack delayed until troops arrive. Word claims the Spanish fleet destroyed at Cape Haitian. Reports from Port au Prince say Merrimac dynamited to clear a channel for Cadiz relief. Monterey to sail for Manila with 5000 troops. war revenue bill moves to authorize 300 million in bonds and silver coinage.
Reports claim forces loyal to the insurgents are massing near Santiago waiting for a signal from the American fleet to start an attack. Simpson’s memo includes Cervera in Santiago and references prisoner exchanges stemming from the wreck of the Merrimac.
In Washington and other capitals diplomats predict Spain will likely sue for peace within a week. Proposals from the French ambassador envision Cuban independence, Porto Rico cession to the United States, and a Philippine island. Other items report Merrimac’s crew praised, transport movements, and war bill actions.
Washington reports steps to expel Lieut. Carranza and other remnants of the former Spanish legation in Washington who run a spy system from Montreal. A letter intercepted by U S secret service reveals the network and aims of the Spaniards in Canada. Carranza admitted authorship when the letter was made public.
Washington reports Captain Gridley of the Olympia Dewey's flagship has died in Kobe Japan after being wounded at Manila. Secretary Long confirms the cable announcing his death as he nears home. The Navy notes insurgents win several Cavite province victories and take prisoners.
Admiral Sampson plans a prisoner exchange with the Spanish admiral Cervera for Lieut Hobson and his party after the Merrimac sinking. Hobson’s daring act gains worldwide acclaim, including England. Also notes Cascarets ads and Rock Island Tourist Car Excursions from Salt Lake to Kansas City and Chicago.
Bea verhead County Board of Commissioners invites proposals on June 6, 1898 at 9:00 a.m. for 45 cords of green red fire log wood and 45 cords of dry red fir cord wood to be delivered at the court house by January 1, 1899. The board may reject any bid. E. H. Mavens and T. F. Barnert sign as clerk and chairman.
A stranger complains about noise at the opera with giggling and applause from small boys and adults. The piece argues decorum is learned from elders and public meetings should set proper times to laugh and applaud. It notes the issue deters attendance and urges better behavior.
Druggists refund money if Cascarets Candy Cathartic fails to cure. Montana troops in San Francisco received arms and clothing yesterday.
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