Destruction of Cervera’s Squadron Off Santiago Harbor
Washington July 6 The navy department released Admiral Sampson Schley and others reports on the July third battle at Santiago de Cuba. The Spanish squadron, led by Cervera, was destroyed after a sharp chase from the harbor’s entrance to the open sea, with the Oregon Brooklyn New York and Texas among the leading blockaders. The Gloucester played a decisive role, aiding in firing on closely engaged targets, while Austere losses were limited to one killed and several wounded on the Brooklyn.
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Oregon rod
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Monotonous Timipal NY Vows Shipbuilder’s Alleged Plot
A garbled wartime style snippet mentions an owner linked to a flying teller and a 420 mile motel incident. The readable fragments suggest a local crime or public disturbance centered around timing and a bank kit during an era of transportation and lodging. The text remains unclear on names or dates.
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Manila Surrender and Outline of City Conditions
The report describes Manila’s weak defenses, narrow streets, and crowded blocks, noting Dewey’s ships could easily bombard the city. It details limited bridging, tramways, and powder magazines at Santa Mesa and Malate, with nearby Santa Ana and Tuneta esplanade. A June proclamation outlines independence actions and invites support from local residents and military figures.
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Jesuit observatory
Wholesome baking powder verses bills debate
A garbled OCR note asks which is preferred grocer bills or doctor bills with stray terms about baking powder and mentions gay people and Boston in unclear context. The fragment lacks coherent facts or names to establish a proper item.
Havana Blockade Uneasy Hope Amid War News
Grupe, longtime Havana merchant, reports residents unfazed by the blockade. He notes supplies are steady, soil fertile, and no food price surge, while soldier numbers and a confident defense persist despite bombardment fears.
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Shafters Stricken Troops In Washington July Fever Toll
Adjutant General reports on the 27th total fever 1122 cases 3193 new fever cases 22 returning to duty 542 deaths. Mentions Corporal Thomas Ralston of Company D Twenty Fourth Massachusetts at Siboney with yellow fever. Private Bryers of Seventeenth Infantry also cited.
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Wedding on Main Street Ends in Disruption
The ceremony on July 2 in Galland was interrupted as a clash among parties led to disorder. Tiana Cumminas, 170, and Vinnie Mien, aged the groom, were identified, with Justice Rendyn officiating as the scene attracted attention from onlookers.
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Shaters Men Degraded Home and Philippine Dilemma
Dispatches discuss Shafter's campaign near Santiago and the potential transfer of authority to an independent Filipino government. Reports examine U S terms for the Philippines, cabinet timing for a peace decision, and Spain's stance, with attention to Senate action and medical conditions among troops.
Convicts rounded up after crosswaite murder in Ensenada
Reports from Ensenada indicate the murderers of Cristobal Crossthwaite were captured on Monday while 14 other ex convicts were rounded up and jailed. The gang, long suspected in two prior murders and various bandit activities, operated from Le Hluerta valley and now faces wider arrests as authorities consolidate charges. In Halifax, Cromartyshire inquiry into the Bourgeoisie disaster assigns blame, with Captain Henderson and officers examined by Sir Smith and Royal Navy officials.
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Le Tluerta yvaliay
feot
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Catan Wan
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Lewis Anderson
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Thrift y Taymul Accused of Looting Hughes Hotel
Raymor formerly steward of the Sunset Limited is arrested in Los Angeles for theft at the Hughes hotel. He allegedly looted four copper urns, heavy machinery, boxes, and numerous bottles, selling items to a second hand dealer. Crutcher traced items to shipments and recovered them, with police detaining the suspect.
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Los Angeles
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Charles Harley
Chinatown scam leads to violence and chase through town
A Chinatown scam escalates into a chaotic scene as four men confront a Chinese man over a debt in a noodle shop. A frightened horse and a livery crisis ripple through F Street as a runaway carriage ends in damage while a pursuer flees toward the southern part of town.
We Sell Ducks and Outdoor Goods Ad
An eclectic ad touts a duck business and a wide range of tents awnings and camp gear. It highlights low prices and claims to offer everything from fowl to furniture and human events items, urging readers to prepare for outdoor use.
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