Merrimac daring escape and crew recount at Santiago
An offhand dispatch from Sapagoaga quotes Hobson and crew recalling the Merrimac mission to block Morro Channel. They describe explosive damage, the sinking of the collier, launch on a catamaran, rescue by Reina Mercedes, four days as prisoners, and gratitude to Admiral Sampson for safe return to service.
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Cervera
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Boyle 15 Plain Temperance Position On Prohibition Law
Attorney General Boyle sent a reply to the state temperance union secretary outlining his stance on the prohibition law. He states he favors resubmission and will not appoint an assistant attorney general to enforce the law, but when duty requires he will prosecute liquor cases.
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Kan
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United States District Attorney
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Guroum
Oklahoma
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Ker West
Fla
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Pope
Isle of Pines
Spanish squadron moves to return to Spain from Suez
A dispatch from Ismailia reports the Spanish squadron is re routing its formation on the return voyage to Spain via Suez. The teams and destination remain linked to the ongoing movement through Egypt toward Europe.
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Suez
Spain
Paris
Ismailia
Sita
Floods Hinder Progress in Philippine Campaign
Floods in the country district hinder the advance of American troops in the Philippines as Dewey limits refugee evacuations from Manila. The German cruiser Cormorant sailed to Trolla while British vessels Pigmy and Rattler are in harbor.
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Yalanda
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Manila
Cormorant
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Spain urged to seek peace with United States by European states
Dispatch from Havana claims European countries advise Spain to Beck peace with the United States. Spanish securities rise on market optimism as bonds gain. Manu reports July 8 that Blanco calls for continued war despite press in Havana seeking peace.
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United States
Manu
Havana
Blanco
Spanish privateer sighted off British Columbia coast
Report says a five gun privateer from Spain hovered between Prince Rupert and Dixon entrance near Prince Charlotte Sound. Navy department notified and authorities on the Northwest Coast ordered to ready for a possible visitation.
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Navy Department
British Columbia
Prince Charlotte Sound
Dixons Entrance
LAST ARMY PROMOTIONS IN JULY LIST OF BRIGADIER GENERALS
Listings show brigadier generals of the volunteer army to be major generals and include names such as Hamilton Hawkins Henry W. Law ton Adna R Chaffee John C Kates and Leon ard Hood. Also named are Col Theodore Roosevelt Lt Col Chambers McKibbl y and Major Philip F Harvey with promotions to brigadier surgeon.
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Hawkins
Henry W. Lawton
Adna R. Chaffee
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Leonard Hood
United Voluneer Cavalry
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Volunteer Cavalry
Theodore Roosevelt
United States Volunteer Cavalry
Philip F. Harvey
U. 8 A
Jabez N. Jackson
Wm. F. Dedleeman
Twenty-Seound
Kansas
Wires Blanco and the Madrid Government About a Surrender
Armistice extended to noon Saturday to allow Linares to contact Blanco and Madrid. Sampson sends an operator as troops strengthen positions near Santiago. Linares reports no Telegraph operator. British consul accompanies. Artillery and entrenchments advance. plan to bombard forts and drive defenders from harbor gaps before land assault.
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Brione Santiago
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Linares
Blanco
Madrid
Shafter
Hrittah
Notshot
Wither
Santiago
Consular Corps
Sampson
Theo
Spain Defeated as Nation Faces Disaster Crisis
All Spain knows of her defeat and the magnitude of the disaster prompts calls for peace. Republican leaders order preparedness circulars and extra precautions to quell internal unrest while Congress adjourns and patriotic songs fill the Capitol in a show of national resolve.
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Lospan
Madrid
Spain
Blanco calls on Cubans after Cervera loss
Captain General Blanco addresses Cuban inhabitants after Admiral Cervera reports the destruction of his squadron in a lopsided battle near Santiago. He urges courage, unity, and sacrifice to defend Spain’s cause and endure the peril with steadfast patriotism.
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Aly Naya
Cervera
Ita
Santiago
The Miseries of War From Santiago Refugees
Refugees escaping bombardment of Santiago de Cuba flee via the north gate toward El Caney and San Luis, numbering 13 000 to 15 000, mostly foreigners. They face hunger and seek aid from Gen. Shafter as Toral refuses surrender terms and civilians trudge through mud under the blazing sun. Over 6 000 slept in a village unable to house them.
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Santiago de Cuba
Santiago
Shafter
Toral
el Caney
San Luis
Russia Urges Peace Amid Spanish Conflict
St Petersavne reports Russian officials and the general public strongly favor speedy peace as Spain’s salvation. Newspapers advocate European intervention to force a cessation of hostilities. London notes Spanish embassy officials deny any peace negotiations at present.
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Spain
Europe
London
Spanish Money Up Londox Report
Spanish 4a rose today on rumors Madrid negotiating with Washington for peace. British foreign officials say there are no indications peace talks are under way.
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Madrid
Washington
Spain to Yield If Powers Urge Peace
A Rome dispatch quotes Spain's ambassador telling July that if all powers invite Spain to conclude a peace, Spain will yield. The statement appears in a Rome to Evening Journal special from Rome.
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The
Evening Journal
Spain
Kansas corn and wheat reports show less corn more wheat
Kansas farmers hold about 15,400,000 bushels of corn in 74 counties a near seven percent drop from the year earlier while wheat stocks rise by about 7.47 lakh bushels. County data include Jewell Nemaha Crown and Nemaha with varying corn and wheat totals. In March wheat holdings increased while corn declined across the same counties. Denver to join Western League with the Columbus team moving from Omaha to Denver.
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Ile
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Denver
Col
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Omaha Franchsco
St. Joseph
Chicago
Johnson
Western Baseball League
Omaha
Wasninetes
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Col. Allen
Plays del Este
Cuba
Signal Corps
A Spaniard Aghound Grounded Off Mariel West of Havana
A four masted Spanish steamer of about tons with two funnels ran aground at Mariel west of Havana after being chased by our gunboats. The identity is not established though many think it may be the Alfonso XII.
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Mariel
Havana
Belog
Alphonzo XII
Troops EOR Hawaii to Be Dispatched Immediately
A cabinet meeting directs a regiment be sent to Honolulu at once. The Presidio commandant in California has been contacted to provide the troops needed for the operation.
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Cale
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Hat Fashion Fusses Provoked by Husbands
A Chicago Chronicle reader laments husbands who veto wives hats as too young or flashy. A milliner recalls women returning with altered hats while noting men misread color and style. The piece mocks male gatekeeping over wives’ attire and fashion choices.
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Chicago Chronicle
Egar
Ramperson Sure To Act In Santiago Assault
July 3 report notes Shafter in camp before Santiago quiet with expected reinforcements. Officials foresee assault resuming as navy advances fortifications at harbor mouth, coordinating with army and pushing siege until city falls.
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Washington
Shafter
Santiago
What a Day Leaves of Life and a Fire Sweep
Birch Arnold writes in the Detroit Sunday News Tribune about daily life as a bouquet of leaves with varying blooms from ragweed to roses. The piece muses on choosing kindness and love over anger, envisioning an angel sorting life’s leaves. A fire in Kern City, Cal, destroyed 53 blocks of buildings in the town center, with the Southern buildings saved.
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Armistice Extended to Allow Communiqué With Merced and Madrid
The armistice has been extended until noon Saturday to permit Linarea to communicate with Blanco and with Madrid. Quarters, before Santiago de Cuba, July 7, reports from Associated Press.
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Madrid
Boutsurrender
Associated Press
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Santiago de Cuba
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Plan for bombardment outlined by Shafter and Sampson
Washington reports on July 8 that General Shafter and Admiral Sampson have agreed on a campaign plan. Beginning at noon tomorrow, Sampson will initiate bombardment from the outer works in a coordinated move.
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Shafter
Sampson
Shafter Reports Quiet Camp Near Santiago
The War Department on July 7 described Camp near Santiago as quiet with Spanish requests for telegraphing surrender. Troops in good health, few severe wounds, many amputations among the wounded, fever cases estimated to run their course soon, and Sam Bearren feeling better.
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Sam
Bearren
Leavenworth Fire Destroys Dwelling on Chestous Street
A July 3 explosion in a summer kitchen caused a wooden home at 730 Chestous Street to burn, gutting two rooms and badly damaging others. Mrs. Ramus escaped, the fire brigade limited spread, and the insured owner’s loss was heavy though contents were uninsured. Firefighters saved part of the structure.
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St. Louis
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Markets by Wire Kansas City Live Stock Sparks Mixed Trading
Kansas City live stock prices show receipts around 6000 with steady to higher demand for hogs and calves. Bulls and cows move mixed while feeders and stockers show firmness. Kansas City grain reports highlight active wheat and corn futures with steady to firm conditions across multiple classes. Chicago grain and livestock markets reflect varied prices, with cattle beves and milkers firm and lambs showing steady demand.
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Mized
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Desirable Ohio Street Lot Near University Campus
Desirable building lot on Ohio street in a choice location. The property spans more than an acre in Bonth Lawrence with the best evidence portion of town access to transportation facilities and convenient to the University.
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