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War Department dispatch cites ships near Santiago and taxation issues
General Shafter reports only three ships arriving near Santiago with New Orleans and Wingston ties. He notes Spanish customs and a local tax dispute, Red Cross aid’s impact on trade, widespread fear of purchases, and widespread starvation warnings amid improvised duties and scarce funds.
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Santiago
Vine Efattl
United States Army
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Wingston
United States
Bratton
New Orleans
Thad
Red Cross
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