Dewey’s Manila Bay Victory Report Hits Washington
Admiral Dewey reports a swift engagement at Manila destroying multiple Spanish ships including the Reina Christina Castilla Ulloa and Don Antonio de Ulloa. He notes heavy Spanish losses, a few American wounds, and cable confirmations from Cavite and Hong Kong. Long praises the victory and recommends a congressional thanks with Dewey promoted to Admiral.
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Ulloa
Cuba
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C- Long
Congress
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Seina Christina
Don Antonio
Isla de Ulloa
Isla de Luzon
Isla de Cuba
Marques de Duero
el Correo
Velasco
Isla de Mindano
Isla de Cana
el Cana
Corrigedor Island
Oeanah
Utah Troops for Manila and San Francisco Orders
Washington May 8 1898 Utahs two light batteries and a cavalry troop will be sent to the Philippines to garrison Manila under orders from Adjutant General H G Corbin. The forces depart from Camp George H Thomas San Francisco for equipment and transport, with horses to be supplied there.
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Manila
Minister Woolford Homeward to Washington May Visit
United States Minister to Spain Stewart L Woodford arrived in New York and went to the White House for a cordial reception. The President praised his handling of American interests in Madrid and anticipated continued support. Gen Woodford declined to be interviewed.
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Philippines and Jamaica swap debated in Washington policy talk
May 3 Washington article outlines Dewey's aims to free Asiatic waters and base Pacific ships. It notes Manila's capture shifting views toward permanent gains yet denies conquest, while Spain's Cuba stance drives U S actions and future war plans amid widespread debate.
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Philippines
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Asiatic
Pacific
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Manila
Senate
House
Spain
Cuba
Plan of the Campaign and Port Rico Move
The President and cabinet anticipate developments from Sampson's squadron against Porto Rico with hopes of a decisive victory. No alarm is felt about the Spanish fleet, and a large landing with provisions and ammunition for the expedition is expected at the proper time, targeting key seaports. No material change in Cuba campaign plans is reported.
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Manila
Cuba
Meeting Hoose Gives Volunteers Warm Ovation
A large crowd filled the meeting hoose on Tuesday evening and gave the volunteers a grand ovation. The program from last week’s Banana was carried out and the gathering was a grand success with singing and speeches. Citizens donated from $5 to $25 each, showing broad support for the boys.
A New Peacemaker
The Tribune reports Europe should urge Spain to settle the current war. Nikola Tesla claims to perfect an oscillating electrical weapon capable of disabling warships and armies, potentially ending war quickly. He says the device uses high potential electrical currents sent in all directions to strike vulnerable targets.
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the Tribune
Europe
Spain
Nikola Tesla
New York Journal
The Volunteer Fund Subscription and Balances
The Volunteer Fund records show subscriptions received to date totaling 8485 86 with a balance on hand of 101.06. Three volunteers Sylvester Wilcox George S Vaughan and Curtis E Kendall have received silver badges and are ready for another call, with returns prorated to subscribers if funds remain unused. Some money not yet paid is expected to total over 200, and unspent balance will be held or returned prorata.
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Walter Edwarde
Phillip Dallimore
Fredrick Racker
A. Gudmuneen
Sylvester Wilcox
George S. Vaughan
Curtis E. Kendall
Sweeping Victory of Dewey at Manila Harbor
The piece lauds Commodore Dewey and his crew for a decisive triumph over the Spanish fleet at Manila. It highlights the annihilation of Spain’s fleet, silenced forts, and low American casualties while ship damage is repairable. It argues modern ships and sailors outperform Spain, whose naval prowess is described as declining and inferior to Turkey.
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Offcera
Manila
Spain
Turkey
Beet experts hail Grande Ronde as ideal sugar beet region
In Oregon Austin and Edward Smith tour the Grande Ronde Valley with Supt Granger and visiting beet specialists. They praise local conditions and predict Utah crop prospects while noting Lehi valley is smaller and can support a larger population. Mr Rust plans a return next Thursday and Mr Smith stays until fall.
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