21 Jun 1898
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Newspaper
Naugatuck Daily News
Location
Naugatuck, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1898
Page
1
Newly painted residence available for rent at the lower half of the old Smith house located at the corner of Cliff and Adna streets. Pleasant place with a large yard and shade. Monthly rent five dollars, includes use of laundry in basement.
Our troops arrived at Santiago yesterday afternoon led by General Shaiter. The situation was reported calm as they moved into the area with supplies and reinforcements.
United States forces ready to assault Santiago with ground troops and naval support. Transport fleet of 36 ships sighted by Spaniards off Morro Castle. Landing site discussion centers on Guantanamo, 40 miles from Santiago, as troops prepare to embark from Camp Alger and Newport News. Cable with Guantanamo established. ships proceed toward the Cuba theater, with further expeditions slated from San Francisco and California.
Reports from Jamaica and Kingston describe General Garcia leading about 4,000 Cuban troops marching toward Santiago with 40 miles to go. The Cuban commander and his staff met Rear Admiral Sampson aboard the flagship New York to coordinate operations for the siege and co operation with American forces.
Washington June 21 Lt Hobson hero of the Merrimac will be transferred from the construction corps to the line of the navy and raised to lieutenant commander this week. The administration decided on the action and will press legislation in both houses to empower it. A decision follows Spain’s refusal to exchange prisoners and aims for immediate recognition without delay.
Impaercial publishes a Madrid interview with Don Carlos conducted via Biarritz. He says he initially planned forceful action against perceived national humiliations but will remain silent while war with the United States looms. He vows future acts of revenge once the hour of settlement arrives.
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