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McPherson’s Cuban Ordeal and Escape Tale
Arthur McPherson, a Scot from Scotland, recalls two eventful years in Cuba after being captured as a supposed spy while aiding a Jackson iron firm. He describes courtesies and cruelties from both insurgents and Spaniards, his stock punishment, and a daring escape by naphtha launch. He asserts the Cubans will win, citing Spanish funding limits and insurgent resilience. Also notes local notices on art classes and new frames at King Bros.
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Oman
Arthur McPherson
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Neal
Antonio Maceo
Maceo
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Antonio
Vera Cruz
Mexico
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