Matanzas Harbor Bombardment Reported by Press
New York Puritan and Cincinnati report shelling of Matanzas forts this afternoon with no casualties aboard the ships. A Spanish earthworks battery was damaged as vessels withdrew toward Havana after a bombardment that lasted into late day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ascanted
de Matingas
New York
Puritan
Cincinnati
Matanzas harbor
ede
fira
neihbor
abioa
Spanish Fleet Likely to Stay In Port for Protection
April 27 reports from the general situation state naval authorities doubt the Spanish fleet will challenge Admiral Dewey. They believe the Spanish force is inferior to the American squadron and will remain in port to protect batteries at Manila, with no battle expected for about two days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
fas yatoy
Parlopine
Dewey
Deway
Vanila
department 19
Tospos
Hig Long
Ian Daly Welava
Hong, Kon
Herchipa
Manila
Philippines
Spain
the
Maprin
Tos miniater
Montejo
Fragmented World War I Era Dispatches From Manila and Matanzas
In a scrambled 19th century style report the piece notes Spanish naval moves toward Lombarl and a possible port call for warships, while U S officials debate prisoner handling and the arrival of telegraph operations. It mentions Bombardment of Matanzas and a tense Navy Department atmosphere in Wasminky with officers translating messages through a full fledged telegraph office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amiratirs
Manila
Lombarl
Amarican
navy department
Boston
Wasminky
Jan oe
Matanzas
Secretary of the Navy
Invasion belief shifts on Cuba campaign timing
In the war department a growing belief says the Cuba campaign may not begin before next fall, even as officers push to keep troops organized. Within 12 hours after Hull bill, the department began sending circulars detailing methods to recruit the regular army up to its full wartime strength of 80,000 men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiasaisc vos
war department
thera
Cuba
olhcere
nua
Neutrality Proclaimed by Major Powers Amid Global Tensions
News from Wasarsari reports rapid assurances of neutrality measures. Italy, Britain, France, and other nations declare stance, while Germany and Austria hesitate. The row over search rights and merchant ships shapes the evolving neutral approach across Europe and the Americas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Curove
Wasarsari
state department
notce
atleg j
Italy
Netherlands
Switzerland
Norway
Stredlin
Ruse
Colombia
ite
elao
Great Britain
Wx great
Europe
Germany
Great Brita
Spain
mibes
neather
Orders for Cuban campaign batteries shipped from Clickarsangs Park
Reports from Washington state orders have been issued to move two highd artillery batteries from Clickarsangs Park Gate to Tampa Florida. Eighty horses and 120 men will accompany the transport by passenger train to Tampa as part of a Washington conference with insurgent representatives. No details on additional batteries or infantry movements are available, but the plan signals U S arms authorities backing the insurgents. The developing situation causes considerable excitement in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuickamauga Vytrosan Park
Washington
Tampa
Fla
Cl xkarsangs Park
cara
Tafon
Goeperal Vilea
Senor Que seda
Ganers Navez
rhingo
Onan
United states
Havlana
Guarrayoo
ninth cavalry
traina
UWtaa
rooporevio
Strasta
Sean tindapata
Ontenavauul Narita Park
Dinta
Cratfensaga
ware
Ghicha manga
Atlantic
oosetule
Lampa tla
oleohaan
Pampa
Trenty fourth infantry
vrai
rae
New Orleans
Cuba
rish
Artillerymen Wanted for Heavy Batteries in California
General Warfield announced enrollments for two batteries of heavy artillery under a War Department quota. Volunteers aged 18 to 43, physically fit, may enlist for two years. National Guard members receive preference. Recruitment centers: Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Oakland with units to be formed in Gucra mei and other locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
R H Warfield
brigada NX GC
corvica
war department
National Guard
Los Angeles
Gucramei
Lrancieco
Oakland
Unclear historical dispatch on wartime policy and pacific peace hopes
Fragmented OCR text discusses United States and Spain in a wartime context, referencing Japan Italy and war events, peace efforts, and government actions. The readable items mention the press and possible commentary on policy, with distorted phrases and missing details. Strong entities are sparse. no clear dates or places emerge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denenice
Viancong
Anerica
thia paradise
Trials and Protests Stir Washington and Europe
A garbled dispatch discusses anti Anglo Saxon sentiment in Russia and protests from Germany over the Phil pp 1.¢3 plan. Reports of British upset at Washington over Suglo Americas and repeated mention of a battleship near Montevideo trace shifts in international tension and a looming general departure from Washington on April 27.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lhs
crn
Germany
hag
Kiao Chan
cory
St Paterson
Great Britain
Kuve e estorte
Washington
Reagsin
Turbulent Manila News and Peru Sketches April 98
The report details Admiral Dewey’s plans and Spanish resistance amid the Manila campaign. It covers insurgent coordination, fleet actions, colonial proclamations, and public sentiment in the Philippines and Hong Kong. Also notes Claus Spreckels rumor, Central Pacific railroad trustee election, and other scattered items.
Plan of Invasion in Cuba Nears Final Adoptions
Washington reports Shafter consulting with the War Department as plans for invading Cuba solidify. Three more battleships are ordered and Austrian residents in San Francisco voice strong support for the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Department
Unclear Navy Moves Stir Spain War Talk
Fragmentary dispatch outlines suspected plans at Matanzas and Cape Verde as Spanish squadron activity and coal shortages prompt speculation. Reports note Rear Admiral Sampson aims to gauge Spanish fleets while U S forces seek rest and readiness amid rising wheat prices and diplomatic tensions in London and with British subjects.
Naval ships to be built under the new appropriation bill
The board reports progress on three new battleship class ships authorized by the naval appropriation bill. A flagship will depart soon from the shipyards, with the main battleship to be sent out imminently. The Illinois design battleship, now at Newport News, will displace about 12 000 tons with a 23 foot draft and armor, carrying large main and secondary armament.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Warthotos, Spres
bareot
plana
Navy halts ship purchases as funds exhausted
April 2 report says the Navy Department has ceased buying ships for conversion due to the war fund being exhausted. Congress is expected to act, while a large American ship arriving at Liverpool is celebrated. Consul Bouleher confirms the Lurt Royal drydock will be accessible for repairs, with basin dredging ongoing to ensure docking readiness despite not being strictly necessary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
navy department
congress
department
georges
Laverpool
Snmendosh
Bouleher
durve
endeay
WAITING FOR DEWEY The China Sane
A historic report from April 4 discusses naval concerns and possible movements around Dewey and the Pacific fleet. It notes dust storms and potential battles near Wanils with mentions of Vondon and Motus, suggesting a strategic context for the bottle fleet and further operations. The text hints at casualties linked to Dewey and ongoing plans for naval force positioning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
China
York
Vondon
Mairus
bos
wilawet
Subs bay
Wanils
Davey
TIE CHARLESTON READY FOR SEA CREW AWAITS ORDERS
Charleston is nearly ready to receive her crew and sail for service. Washington dispatches are expected soon to confirm orders. The ship has been painted in dark war color as work continues on the Larktown and Philadelphia 33. The number of men at Mare Island Navy Yard increases during the rush. The training ship Adams departed from Ramington today. officers and men will await orders aboard Charleston.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
Washington
abe
Larktown
Mare Island navy yard
Adais
Agreement Reached on Naval Bill Conferees Close Session
Conferees from the two houses finalize a conference report on the naval appropriation bill before adjourning. The panel retains monitors at 1 290 000 each and cuts torpedo boats from twelve to sixteen. The seamen provision shifts to add 1000 marines. conference reconvenes tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
creacet
mnevi
siateen
Stanford Students Enlist in Volunteer Infantry Unit
About forty Stanford students entered Company K Tiret Infantry of San Francisco and will travel to the city Monday to proceed to the front. President David Starr Jordan promised full protection for those enlisting this winter. Nearly half of the football team's members are among the recruits.
Commission Promises For Woodford and Grant Reported
Senator Platt conveyed to the President a promise to commission General Stewart L Woodford and Colonel Fred D Grant in the volunteer army. The President reportedly pledged to appoint Woodford as general and Grant as brigadier, reflecting expected promotions after their stated service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stewart Woodford
Fred Grant Woaimsar
Platt eow
Stewart L Woodford
Fred D Grant
volunteers army
Woollord
Weyer
Grint
Right Spirit: Austrians in San Francisco pledge loyalties
April 25 report notes the Benevolent Association of Austrians in San Francisco adopting a resolution of revolutionary sentiment, expressing readiness to serve under the flag if Spain requires their aid. The piece highlights sympathy with Spain and claims Austrian soldiers are prepared to assist the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
United States
San Lewaisco
mistary and benevolent association of togets
Bertta
almogs
Mle
hiechmel
Spanis
rey cay
War Revenue Bill Debate and Party Divisions
Debate in the House over the war revenue measure highlights deep Democratic divisions led by Vi Ve Clean of New York. Republicans defend bond financing while Democrats push for income taxes and broader revenues. Four days of contention focus on amendments, committee actions, and possible adjournment as lawmakers argue the bill’s balance of bonds, taxes, and wartime needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lepublicane
Vi Ve Clean
New York
Damocrata
senate Vasaiseros
house
Spa
Payut
Republan
waya and means
McMinin
Tennessa
Sherman
Disorderly War Crises Mentioned in Fragmentary Text
Fragmentary OCR notes a wartime dispute with unclear outcome. It references opposing sides and a committee plan but reveals confusion, with phrases about Spanish and American tensions and religious rhetoric amid a broader conflict atmosphere.
War Fever Triggers Span iard Shooting in Ohio
In Ohio, Spaniard Baldash died from a gunshot wound inflicted by German Jon Sbyp amid wartime tensions. The men clashed over the United States entry into the war. Sbyp fled to obtain a weapon but slain by the shot. Sbyp was arrested.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ohio
Seren Esvill Obro
Juhua Baldaah
Long Run
here
Jons Sbyp
United States
Baldash
Porto Rico War News Sparks Volunteer Uprising Threats
Reports from Porto Rico describe four Spanish outriders and eager volunteers in San Juan amid martial law. Authorities warn of unrest as American authorities prepare defences, with lifeboats and corvettes enlisted and naval signals altered.
Fatal Prize Fight Ends McCarty After Bout with Griffo
Pill McCarty was knocked out in the twentieth round by Griffo Bac tinesto and died that evening. He never regained consciousness after the final blow, and witnesses recalled no earlier knockdowns. Griffo, exhausted and weary, left for San Francisco as authorities prepared to arrest him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pill McCarty
Grific Bac tinesto
ball McCarty
Grivodoro
Thoro
McCarty
Me Carty
pra eng
Griffo
San Trancisco
Guns for the Cubans rifles shipped from Rock Island Arsenal
Ten thousand rifles in old tires were shipped south this afternoon from Rock Island arsenal for Cuban refugees. J Hyde announces Fresno county results, linking to the Democratic convention. The article notes political tension and a promise to target opponents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prom Rock Island Arsenal Divesher
Rock Taland arsenal
J. Hyde
Fresno
Also Mentioned on This Page
ATANZAS
Hong
Kong
Portugal
Japan
Oregon
Montevideo
California
Admua Sampson
ransa
sean
Havana
Matanzao
San
mongrette
Qauary Islands
Lerdimand VII
OREGON SAFE
Le Veus
Ventevideo
Key West
oftcorn
Eitzhughlea
hera
Claus Spreckels
tron ag pruch
Las Fenoscisco
Irvin
Unoa Iron Vooraa
Central Pacific railroad
Iudgai
TNASAN
HASEEN
Hurst
Farida
Olah
HOW Waent
Quionel
wndolph
Lhard artillery
ehe scondar Llight
patturter Gwad Ejolthetrivd
Wotancaster
J Dillequagh
STANFORD'S
General Shafter
Consulta
Garona tata Naromar Pata
Spokane
Washingto and
Boias barracas
Idaho
Chattanooga
park
EarlT
Fort Dicheene
ordnance départment
regin
fle vounteer army
United States volunteer cavalry
Wetanzan
Gibha
Ftag
Sampson
guanera
Capeurde 14
t Vincent
Pigonne
Lelayo
Carthagena
Caps Verde
Pelayo
Al fino XTEE
norther Pompal
deels
trahtty
doler
London
foreign office
dave
TRANSFORM CHARTER
carle
STANFORD
tha Peant
W. Parker Lyon
Tionda
Jettera
Butler
Humboldt harbor
Pascoe
Korda
Clorids Board of Trade
consbyres
Puarco
aenate committee on foreign relations
qi da ieieus
YHA
ovdty mubtely
UFC IGWI
tienty
kboco
Modan Spraosa Literatur
Mearhr
prinsal
Amercan
verchanty
PORTO RICO
San Juan de Porto Rico
Moro castle
herve
San Juan
cuier
United
volunteara
Forte Rico
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!