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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1898
Page
7
A 30 officer and man patrol split into four bands to strike a Spanish water supply tank. The detachment captured a heliograph, overran the Spaniards' HQ in a valley, forced surrender, and inflicted heavy losses as shells fell among retreating forces.
Lieut Sempson reports the Spanish fleet anchored in Santiago harbor after a harbor detour. Admiral Sempson, citing evidence from naval officers, confirms the ships’ presence and identifies all vessels, with Lieut Bine confirming the details ashore.
A bombardment by the Texar and Marblehead damaged the brick fort and earthworks at Oni ramera near Guantanamo. Walls were torn down, debris flew high, Spaniards fled as St Paul aided in retreat. The Texas also moved up the channel while Marlehead shelled from the side. A later fogbound wreck occurred near Cape Cod as the cruiser Ian Franksen ran aground during a blockade patrol.
The report recounts explosive shells and a dramatic eruption scene at Santine harbor. It describes the Vesuvius firing projectiles and the immense shock felt across nearby ships and land, with vivid imagery of destruction and the sea’s roar.
Between 3 000 and 4 000 American troops departed San Francisco by four transports the China Zeelandia Oelon and Senator to reinforce the army of occupation in the land won from the enemy. Crowds cheered as the ships weighed anchor and steamed into the Pacific amid bands flags and whistle blasts.
Reported thefts describe forty crates of strawberries taken from a station platform awaiting shipment. A local owner, a man linked to a gray-front era, lamented the loss and wished for one hundred more crates. Homesteaders Protected law grants protection to settlers entering military service and preserves their land activities during wartime.
Fragmentary text describes Spanish efforts to salvage ships within range of Havana batteries as U.S. actions threaten. Mentions Gen Blanes and attempts to light or defend vessels. overall coherence is low due to garbled OCR.
Whigham Biya Havana, English correspondent, reports Havana garrison numbers 50,000 volunteers and says recruits arrive daily. Food scarce yet meat cheap, coal shortage possible, and defenses strengthened with 200 guns including six 12 inch mortars. Maso Parrabaa aids Spain. capture may require 75,000 American troops.
The brief notes describe Spanish forces challenging U S troops at Guantanamo with bold action and mention potential warfare moves. It also reports a proposed prisoner exchange authorized by the Spanish Government and a Hong Kong dispatch about Admiral Dewey's victory celebration.
Five Spanish ships massed near Tiavana harbor and fired on approaching American blockaders but fled to the harbor under shore batteries. The American squadron, staying at a distance, did not pursue and withdrew after the engagement, leaving the ships to Admiral Montejo.
Commodore Schlor praises Trobson for leading a forlorn effort in the Merri-Tane action. He notes Trobson lacked cutting power but fortune favored the brave and hopes for his recognition and promotion. The Commodore predicts Trobson's name will endure with world heroes.
A San Francisco dispatch reports the United States cruiser Charleston moving toward the island of Guahan in the Tadrone group to seize for control the coaling station there, held under Spanish authority.
Reports indicate American vessels neared the coast but were compelled to withdraw by British firepower and defensive actions. The incidents suggest increased guard and caution along the maritime boundary with Madrid referenced in the text.
Subscriptions for new war bonds attract strong interest in New York Chicago Philadelphia and other major cities. Banks expect tight controls with limited allotments and a rush of small investors aiming for 20 and 50 dollar bonds while larger bids compete for 1000 and higher denominations.
A garbled collage of wartime snippets from Philadelphia, Cleveland, St Paul, Rostan Giohe, and other papers features misread lines about Sampson, Cervera, and troop movements. The text appears as fractured quotes and oblique opinions with unclear attributions and multiple errors.
The Treasury announces general subscriptions for a 200 million dollar bond issue authorized by Congress. Subscriptions may be up to 500 per person, with denominations including 1000, 5000, and 10000 dollars. Interest rate set at 3 percent, payable semiannually, bonds mature in ten years from issue. Subscriptions close July 4, with allotment rules prioritizing earlier bidders and those for larger amounts.
Paper evidence with the big arrest suggests John Trad planned to harm Cel Fotn Flay, a U.S. army member living near Gor SEMA, indicating a broader intent against an American target.
Fragmentary text notes rainfall near Wel hourain Australia affecting the wheat crop in Victoria. The report suggests rain impact on yield and farm prospects with unclear specifics on quantities or dates.
The items mention rising wholesale tea prices amid war strains, Mrs Gladstone, Lord Wolseley in Canada, a Chinese empire preservation cartel, and Kentucky Governor Bradley amid papal letters. Also a report of a collision between vessels and a submarine incident with a blocked channel.
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