Heroic Hobson and crew sank Merrimac at Santiago
Navy bulletin cites Admiral Sampson praising Lieut Hobson and seven sailors for the daring plan to sink the collier in the Santiago channel. The operation secured the harbor against Spanish ships and a brave, precise execution followed dawn preparations and intense bombardment.
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Marines Hoist Flag as Guantanamo Falls to U S Forces
United States Marines capture Guantanamo Bay, raise Old Glory on a Spanish flagstaff, and begin landing operations. Six hundred Marines, with reinforcements, secure left bay entrance, destroy Spanish camp, and claim rapid victory. Rear Admiral Sampson pivots base rights, while Cuba remains cable cut.
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Parliament Eager for Close United States Ties
In London last night Parliament praised closer relations with the United States with Liberal leader Sir William Vernon Harcourt and Secretary of State for the Colonies Mr. Chamberlain vocalizing support. Irish members protested, while Chamberlain asserted strong unity with America despite Irish opposition. In Buenos Aires Paraguay demands Temerario disarmament, with Spain’s commander refusing. the vessel must leave Asuncion after repairs. The Marietta gunboat’s appearance near the harbor drew headlines as Hobson’s crew remained well treated and a Santiago de Cuba fall rumor circulated. The Navy and Red Cross offer expanded support for camps and hospitals. A tornado in Riddleville, Texas, killed three and injured several.
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Fierce battle rages as Manila dispute continues
A Hong Kong cable reports Manila battle lines between Spanish forces and Aguinaldo’s troops with Dewey promising to prevent a massacre if the insurgents seize the city. The Spanish governor warns he will show no quarter if Aguinaldo’s head price stands. Three assassination attempts are noted against the insurgent leader.
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Spaniards Repel Landing as Sampson Bombards Santiago
An official Havana dispatch says Admiral Sampson resumed bombardment of Santiago de Cuba. Boats towed by a steamer attempted a landing but were repulsed after a three hour cannonade. The ships stayed at distance, fearing fort fire, with no damage reported.
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Spanish Merchantman Captured Off Kingston
The US auxiliary cruiser St. Louis reported off Morant Point Jamaica that it had captured a Spanish merchantman just out of Kingston, according to a Port Antonio dispatch dated June 11.
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Nevada Troop Ordered to San Francisco for Philippines
Orders at army headquarters direct the dispatch of Colonel Torrey's Nevada rough riders from Cheyenne to San Francisco. Colonel Atwood seeks railroad bids to transport them, indicating plans to send the regiment to the Philippines. The unit is not fully equipped or mounted yet, but troops will move as they are ready.
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Mediation Sought Amid Spain United States Tensions
Reports via Cable and Associated Press indicate several powers are consulting on mediation between Spain and the United States. Spanish generals warn Cuba war could last two years, rejecting peace terms based on the status quo. Yellow fever reportedly plagues Admiral Lampoon's fleet near Santiago. Frank Martin (white) hanged in Wharton for murder of the Crocker family. The Clarkson embezzlement case ends with no verdict due to a hung jury. The First Tennessee volunteers, 1200 strong under Col. William Smith, arrived en route to the Philippines, then to San Francisco via Burlington route.
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