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Newspaper
Mitchell Capital
Location
Mitchell, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1898
Page
7
Note says Manila mercy described by a Yankee commander as he notifies the Navy Department of policy or action. The brief dispatch appears to report a high level communication from a U S naval officer regarding wartime or strategic guidance.
President McKinley publicly thanks Rear Admiral Dewey for his daring heroism and Prometes him for national service.
The Spanish fleet loses no ships while American forces suffer minor injuries as 5,000 troops depart San Francisco to reinforce Manila. Dewey’s decisive batteries quickly disable the harbor defenses and capture Manila’s approaches with swift efficiency. The victory triggers nationwide celebration and diplomatic congratulations from Washington, with critical emphasis on the heroism of Commodore Dewey and his crew.
A New York special recounts Commodore Dewey’s daring Manila Bay assault from the Olympia. The fleet slipped past Corregidor and shore batteries at dawn, engaging Spanish ships and mines near Cavite, with rapid gunfire as the Baltimore and Boston join the volley. The action centers on precise timing, brave crews, and decisive shelling of Reina Christina and Castilla.
Manila May 1 The squadron reached Manila at daybreak and destroyed multiple Spanish warships including Reina Christina Castilla Ulloa Isle de Cuba General Lezo Duero Correo Velasco Mindanao and one transport at Cavite The fleet suffered minor wounds and telegraphing only to Hong Kong. Dewey reports possession of Cavite and heavy Spanish losses with 150 killed aboard Reina Christina. 250 wounded in hospital and Manila in excitement. The fleet then bombarded and destroyed more targets in the inner harbor including the remaining ships. by six hours after entering Manila Bay no Spanish vessels remained, with many killed or wounded.
Navy officials marveled at the Spanish casualties inflicted by Admiral Dewey after his victory at Manila Bay. He cleared the bay forts and secured Cavite as a naval base, with plans to reinforce him from San Francisco if needed. Secretary Long signaled immediate troop dispatch to support Dewey.
A French steamer named Jats ette was seized near Havana by the gunboat Annapolis due to non notification of special permission to enter Haruya. It was escorted to Key West by the Wilmington, then released after officials learned the permit had been granted at France's request. The incident caused a Washington sensation.
Uncle Sam on Friday ordered 2,090,000 rations sent at once from Chicago to Chattanooga. The shipment, about four train loads, includes bacon, hard bread, sugar, and other provisions for relief efforts.
The administration plans a swift occupation of the Philippines with a strong military force. Pacific slope troops will be dispatched, with at least 5,000 en route within ten days to hold the islands as collateral for an indemnity from Spain. Officials expect little opposition, while Dewey’s victory adds urgency and raises regional stakes. An order for 150,000 pounds of smokeless powder for shipment to the Philippines is placed in California.
Details reveal plans for a large invasion force landing in Cuba with 60 000 to 80 000 troops and 300 ships. Regulars from New Orleans and Tampa lead a first assault, followed by 50 000 volunteers. Armies will be moved via rail and ships, with 1 764 shells fired by Olympia and 141 tons of metal expended. Munitions shipments and cable cutting actions round out the strategic picture.
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