Marblehead and Nashville Engage Spanish Fleet
United States ships Marblehead Nashville clash with Spanish forces off Vitefuegas harbor. Ships fire heavy guns and small arms as the improvised fort and harbor defenses are bombarded. Casualties include several wounded and a few killed among both crews, with Regan’s remains buried at sea.
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Cruiaer Marbleheil
Nashville
Aiatiney Crucser
Vitefuegas
Regan
Miner
Cogtain Maguire
Othe
Markle
Pated
Ares John Dasds
New York
John P.dorne
Pall River
Robert Bolta
Naptivalle
Ernst Sulesunloble
Herta
Archersy
Jastell
Hear
Barbie- Haid
Chen
Lial
Marblehead
Kvutle
Washburn Macnard
Buzzards Feed as Cuban Reconcentration At Havana
Major Lima, inspector of the Northern, reports in Havana that reconcentrados are dying of starvation. Bodies lie in piles awaiting disposal as buzzards feed, while Cuban forces around Havana gain strength but lack supplies.
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Rey West
Havana
Major Lima
Stock Exchange Pessimistic On War Rumors Change
The London stock exchange closed pessimistic amid war rumors between France and Britain. A government official warned war could break out within a month. Joseph Chamberlain’s Birmingham speech fueled unease, with observers fearing major international complications and possible Anglo American alliance hints.
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France
Lonpos
Stock Exchange
Britain
Joseph
Camberlain
Birmingham
Chouberlaig
London News
Schley’s Flying Squadron Heads to Sea for Battle Ready Action
Commodore Schley’s flying squadron in Hampton Roads prepares for action under sealed orders. The ships, including New Orleans and Minneapolis, receive extra coal and water as crews stand by for sea. Temper aboard is high, with cheers rumbling from forecastle to quarterdeck as readiness signals are issued and ships strip for battle.
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Tours
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New Orleans
Ohare
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Texas
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Sehley
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Ling
Spanish Loss 400 Reported Near New York Harbor
Fragmentary OCR notes report Spanish losses near New York in May with claims of a unit’s four ships or vessels destroyed. The text mentions a coastal bombardment and several batteries on shore, with uncertain casualty details and references to American forces in the harbor area.
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Weston Clenfiegos
Unitel States
Shelly
Navy Telegram Confirms Casualties From Windom Sinking
A telegram received by the Navy Department from Key West reports the Windom disaster with listed casualties: Patrick Regan, private marine, dead. Herman W. Kuch avister, private marine, shot through the jaw, probably fatal. Harcy Henaricxson, seaman, shot through the body.
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Remey
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Debated French Neutrality Sparks Navy and State Dept Critique
The Navy and State departments deprecate reports of French acting in the West Indies amid U S Spain hostilities. They see no evidence of French colonial officials targeting the United States or Spain and deny any official plan to intern or attack ships. The Harvard case near La Frontera and Cardenas is cited as an interning concern, with officials urging careful appraisal of rumors and noting no solid foundation for alleged French complicity.
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Itm
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Volunteers Gather for Tampa Cavalry Regiments
News from Chattanooga reports First and Tenth cavalry regiments marching volunteers from Mississippi Iowa Minnesota Illinois Indiana and Kansas are to be transported via Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis line by Mithais Central road to the city. Trains of about twenty cars each will bring detachments, with ferried men to arrive by late week. The Chattanooga Rome line readies to move units as they arrive and some parties may camp or march toward the park by Monday.
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Five regiments arrive from Chicksingnga to Tampa
May 14 report states five infantry and cavalry regiments ordered from Chicksingnga have arrived at Tampa. The dispatch notes the transfer as completed with all units present. No further details on units or dates are provided in the text.
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Spanish Loss in Manila Reported at Three Hundred Killed
A Manila dispatch says Spanish forces suffered 300 dead and 600 wounded after American forces under Dewey overwhelmed them. A New York report notes deputies in the chamber of the Spanish Cortes leaning toward a proposed federal state.
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Manila
Dewey
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Chamber of Deputies
Quiet in Spain Amid Philippine Crisis Reports
A Manila dispatch notes no disturbances yesterday as cabinet unrest persists. The Panay insurgents are reported captured, while armed bands of rebels rally in Luxon province as a militia prepares defense measures.
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Conflict between orders delays troops at Topeka
War Department wires Leedy while the Latter seeks information at Topeka as a governor orders a regiment to report. It is presumed the Twentieth returned to Leavenworth. Leedy asks Washington for new orders amid confusion. The Hall City company of the Twenty‑first is delayed by a washout en route.
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Leavenworth
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French Action On US Cruiser Repairs At Saint Pierre
A May 14 report from Washington states the Spanish protest over French permission for US authorities to keep the disabled cruiser in Saint Pierre harbor at Martinique. France insists the cruiser may stay until repairs are completed and no steps will be taken to force its departure.
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la Fayette
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Senor Napasta
Not Surrendered Yet in San Juan Engagement Details
Washington reports confirm initial claims that San Juan fortifications surrendered to Sampson, yet officials doubt the official credibility. The San Juan expedition failed to deny the enemy strongholds as large quantities of coal for the navy were burned, hindering full destruction. Admiral's withdrawal is praised as prudent to avoid vessel losses, while officials regret the enemy’s extensive reserves remain intact. May 11 reports from Adjutant General Corbin include Missouri regiments mustered at Abilene for damage duties.
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Spanish Fleet Sighted Off Veacuels Coast
The Spanish fleet was seen about 20 tiles off Veacuels. Officials believe the admiral aims to avoid engagement and awaits an opportunity near Cienfuegos or Havana. The fleet moved at hull speed, having steamed roughly 30 miles since last report from the West coast near Martinique. No further sighting noted as of May Wo.
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Spanish torpedo gunboat Terror lingered at Port de France
From Port of Martinique May 14 Associated Press reports the Spanish torpedo gunboat Terror of the Cape Verde squadron remains at Port de France the capital while other vessels remain unseen. The US auxiliary cruiser Harvard, formerly the steamship New York, is also at this port.
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Prediction of a new 100,000 volunteers call likely
A Washington report notes speculation that the president may issue a call for 100,000 volunteers within ten days. Representative Lewis of Washington commented as he left the White House that another mobilization could be imminent.
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Lee Pesteo
Lewis
White House
WORN-OUT BY GREEN PATRICK SISTERS HELD IN KENNETT CASE
Macon county May 14. Minnie and Emma Green Patrick two 16 year old sisters were arraigned before the Kennett justice on a charge of stealing $25 from their father. They admitted the theft and were released on promise to appear in September after Prosecting Attorney Ben Franklin declined placing them in jail.
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Cienfuegos Under Blockade Reported by AP Correspondent
A correspondent for the Associated Press, visiting Cienfuegos aboard the Adula, describes Spanish defenses with eight to ten power guns mounted at works, three small gunboats near the harbor, and the cruiser Galatea in port with four mains and one RA. He notes blockade prices in Cienfuegos and a local population around 40 to 45 thousand, including about 15 thousand regular troops and 1,500 volunteers.
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American boats moving in St. Trostans May 14
The United States auxiliary cruiser St. Lovie sailed this morning in a westerly direction from the Danish West Indies. The US cruiser Montgomery arrived at 7 o'clock to take on coal.
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Missouri Troops Not Yet Ordered to Philippines
The adjutant general stated no orders have been given to send Missouri troops to the Philippines. First expedition to Cuba may use regular Pacific coast forces and volunteers from several western states. About 12,000 men targeted. some Missouri regiments may sail directly to Washington for embarkation to Cuba. Second expedition possible if decided.
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St Louis Dewey Day Celebrations Attract Big Crowds
St Louis May 14 Every town within 150 miles paraded visitors to celebrate Dewey day. An estimated 50 000 camel town and thousands more crowded streets as the day was declared a holiday by the mayor and observed by officials and many businesses closing in the afternoon. Forest Park hosted a Dewey victory celebration with a br h. Hawainen May 14 Giladstone is extremely weak today.
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Coast Dispatch Mixes War News and Local Notices
A jumble of dispatches from Madrid and Newfound land mixed with local notices. Reports discuss Admiral Cervera and American squadrons near Havana and Santiago de Cuba, plus state prosecutions for diploma fraud and a spy incident at Powder River. Military appointments and Kansas troop movements are listed alongside a Missouri newspaper's suspension after its editor joined the army.
Markets by Wire Kansas City Grain and Livestock Update
Kansas City May 1. Wheat and corn quotes show active trading with mixed demand. Live stock receipts total 75,000 with steady to higher markets for cattle and hogs. hogs steady to 50 higher. fed steers and heifers 22 to 25 with good demand from buyers.
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Speer
Denver to Pueblo Round Trip for AMA Conference
Denver to Pueblo round trip set for June 12 to July 4 for American Medical Association events. Includes transport and lodging arrangements with junior rate pricing and return options.
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Colorado
Pueblo
American Medical Association
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