War Bulletin From April 21 to 23
The report describes Woodward receiving a Spain passport deemed a declaration of war and the White Squadron blockade of Cuba. It notes Gunboat Nashville firing the first shot, Buena Ventura captured, Pedro seized by New York, prize crews sent to Key West, and Havana defenses voicing gunfire without striking the U.S. fleet. President McKinley calls for 125000 volunteers, selecting drilled men only.
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Woodward
Spain
Sam
Cuba
Patrick Mullin
Nashville
United States
Buena Ventura
France
Pedro
New York
Key West
Morro Castle
Ericsson
Havana
Mathilde
U.S
McKinley
Prize schooner taken near Havana as fleet shelled feared
April 24 report says the Big Transatlantic schooner was seized by the Detroit twelve miles off Havana loaded with staves valued as a prize. The Miguel Jover, valued at $400,000 with $150,000 cargo, was rescued by the Helena. Rebels blew up a troop train near Havana. Morro Castle fired on ships including the New York. Local Havana papers warn of bombardment and panic as residents react to the siege news.
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Detroit
Havana
Helena
Miguel Jover
St. Louis Republic Dispatch
Cuba
Morro Castle
New York
Congress Declares War and Cabinet Resignations Reported
Congress made a formal declaration of war today and all nations have been notified. Secretary Sherman resigns. Day succeeds. Spain’s fleet nears Cadiz amid concerns over her destination. General Blanco massing 75,000 troops in Havana vows impregnable defense. A masked battery near shore fired at the Foote. shot went wide and the ship reported soundings. The Cincinnati tried to engage but was not allowed. Germany refuses neutrality declaration to protect commerce. Revenue Cutter Winona and gunboats Wilmington and Porter capture several vessels off the Mississippi coast and near Havana by the morning of the 26th.
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Congress
Sherman
Day
Spain
Cadiz
Blanco
Havana
Foote
Cincinnatii
Germany
Revenue
Winona
Mississippi
Wilmington
Candidia
Porter
Antonio
Sophia
April 26 dispatches report multiple naval captures in Cuban theater
The Mangrove seized a large slave ship Panama after firing on it, later sending prize crew to Key West. The gunboats New Port captured the Spanish Sloop Paquette and schooner Pierence near Havana. Britain enforces neutrality by detaining Somers. News notes landings in Cuba, a Des Moines inspection, and 175 rough riders to be organized by Capt. Leonard Wood.
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Panama
New York
Key West
New Port
Paquette
Pierence
Havana
Great Britain
Somers
England
Ireland
Cuba
Co. ET. N. G
Hull
Des Moines
West
Leonard Wood
Des Moines War Enthusiasm Sparks Citywide Whistling Rally
Des Moines on a war footing as Spain's reply to the ultimatum triggers a citywide show of patriotism. Whistles from gas works to streetcars, flags, crowds at bulletin boards, militia enrollments surge, and recruiters seek able-bodied, reliable men with skill sets for Uncle Sam.
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Gas ‘Works
Clifton Coal Company
Carbondale
Spain
Jen
Sherman
Harris Emery Company
Western Union Telegraph Company
Adjutant General
National Guard
Gen. Byers
Des Moines
Wheeler
United States
Locust Street
Uncle Sam
Linseed Oils for Floor Finishes Sold by Lowry Bros
Raw and boiled linseed oil and dust proof floor oils are offered by Lowry Brothers. The advertisement emphasizes availability for trade and home use with emphasis on floor care products and finishes.
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Lowry Bros
Last Two Days War Report at Mantazas Harbor
Between 12 57 p m and 1 15 p m the New York Puritan and the Cincinnati bombarded Mantazas harbor forts to halt Punta Gorda earthworks. All shots fell short but 300 were fired. Terror captured the Am brosio Boliver with 60000 in silver and sent her to Key West. Spain’s Pelayo and Consorts feared to attack U S coast. Spanish captives refused liberty and were guarded. Japan offers fleet support.
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New York
Puritan
Cincinnati
Mantazas Harbor
Punta Gorda
Havana
Terror
Ambrosio Boliver
Key West
Uncle Sam
Japan
Spain Cuba Gulf War News Spoils Monitor Terror Captures Guido
A late dispatch reports Spain’s Cuba operations with Portugal Spain alliance and Spain’s army in Cuba around 300000 volunteers. Mantanzas bombardment 60 Spanish troops killed and the Terror monitor captures the Guido with ammunition valued at 4000000.
Beggs' German Salve advertised and Prohibition meeting called
Beggs' German Salve claims cure for piles and skin ailments offered by M. Brink. Sioux County Prohibitionists convene at Boyden in May 1898 to elect delegates for a state convention in Des Moines June 1 and 2, reorganize county central committee, nominate county officers, and invite supporters. Corn plans and ready mixed paints offered by Lowry Bros with reduced prices.
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M. Brink
Sioux County
Boyden
Des Moines
Nei. Stewart
C. D. Darrano
Lowry Bros
Sioux County Sunday School Convention Set for Boyden
The Tenth Annual Sioux County Sunday School Association Convention will convene at Boyden on May 17 and 18 with a program built from top Sioux County workers. Strong speakers and sessions promised for the two day meeting.
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Sioux Co
Gocation
Boyden
School workers urged to attend and boost banner delegates
A call to educators to participate in a forthcoming event with entertainment, provisions for teams, and music. The station emphasizes keeping up with trends and fostering enthusiasm, noting Sioux County as a banner county last year and urging to maintain the reputation.
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Sioux Co
Banner County
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Porto Rico
Mexico
Texas
Washington
Mantanzas
Sampson
Smilies
Chickamauga
Tampa
Cuby
Guido
Nohines
Lewis
B. Lewis Company, Beston, Mase
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