American Fleet Enters Santiago Harbor in Battle
May 31 reports from Cape Haitien indicate the American fleet forced the harbor entrance at Santiago de Cuba and engaged the Spanish fleet. By 6 40 p m the cable from Santiago shows a severe fight with outer forts and ships. latest advices say the battle favors the Americans but authorities say the combat continues.
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Cape Haytien
Haiti
Havana
Santiago de Cuba
Santiago
Washington
Mas
Clile
Bedley
Fanthige Bay
Commedeare Sullew Aloe
Behley
Sandige
Navy
Dewiitment
Sehley
Cy Nave
Binthago de Uti
American Fleet Bombards Santiago Forts in Heavy Action
Havana reports from Mayah-Goi Pom indicate that since 2 PM the American fleet at Santiago de Cuba has bombarded Morro Castle La Recapa and Punta Gorda, engaging Spanish warships. Fourteen American ships and two torpedo boats fought into early evening with heavy cannonades and continued fire until 4 PM.
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Agsori Hod Pree
Cape Haytien
Havyil
Mayah
Havana
Santiago de Cuba
Morro Castle
la Recupa
Punta Girda
Bandace de Cuba
la Recapa
la Zecapa
Punta Gorda
Sandige de Cut
America
Bantiage
Connion
Hayti Version of the Fight Sees Action at Santiago
Dispatch from Port-au-Prince reports an American squadron under Rear Admiral Sampolon attacking Santiago de Cuba harbor. The bombardment aimed at Morro Castle La Zocopa and Punta Gorda forts with heavy fire and a shutdown of the city remains quiet as to casualties.
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Sampson
Saotingo
Hayti
New York
Fampeon
Bantiago de Cuba
News in London Revives War Interest Over Santiago Fight
London reports renewed public interest as fighting near Santiago de Cuba sparks speculation. The item suggests American bombardment to cover mine laying or hulks sinking to block the channel, with rumors that Admiral Cervera attempted a premature attack before Sam Shafter’s arrival.
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London
Santiago de Culy
Cervera
General Shafters
Battleships Hold Line as Madrid Reports Shifting Fleet
The article describes naval maneuvers and a reserve squadron readying for action. It notes scattered movements by Ad mira Covoer ra and allied fleets with Cadiz Carthagena facilities mentioned. The text implies planned operations could target a fleet and references local preparations in Madrid press coverage.
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Admira Coervera
Madrid
Forr
Cadiz
Carthagena
Nurhanchi
Vitviria
Don Maria de Molina
Naval reports deny engagement near Cape Haitien
The Naval Department says no battle occurred at San Fernando Harbor as rumors claimed Commodore Schley’s squadron forced a harbor entry. Officials cite navigation hazards and uncertain Spanish vessel presence, noting only possible deductions from Cape Haitian dispatches without public confirmation.
Modern Day Headlines From a Turbulent Ocean War
A garbled report mixes references to Admiral Schley and the Spanish American conflict with mentions of ships such as the Maria, a coal laden vessel, and fort battles near Tito, Portos Alon, and Cuba. The text also alludes to Hawaii annexation, British mediation, and other unrelated items amid Jamaica and Kingston dispatch notes.
Spain Faces Silver Export Ban Amid Monetary Crisis
Madrid May 11 The chamber debated prohibiting silver coin export to avert a monetary crisis as the Bank of Spain shifts notes and the Madrid mint increases production. Ministers warned the move could fail, while friars in the Philippines face pressure from secret societies and correspondents abroad face arrest.
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Madrid
Senay Calcade
Senor Falgoerver
Military
Tinane
Medrid
Amnewat
Chamber of Deputiee
Spain
Philippines
Major Major Injured In Parade Incident At Park
Major Meller of the Ninth Pennsylvania was thrown from a vehicle during a parade at Chickhummugea National Park on May 31 and sustained serious injuries. Two other soldiers suffered fractures and bruises as the incident halted the movement of commands. George Schwarts of Company TD Fourth Pennsylvania died in the division incident and his body will be taken home for interment tomorrow.
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Chickhummugea National Park
Nebraska
Pennsylvania
Reve
Meller
George Schwarts
Prirate Company TD
Adentown
Flor
Madrid Fleet Ready for Cadiz Speed Trials
The Madrid corre spondent reports a reserve squadron near Cadiz for speed trials and gun drills. The battle ship Pelaye with 521 men, armored cruiser Imperador Carla V with 471 men, cruiser Alfonse MIE with 481 men, auxiliary cruisers Mutriotn and Raside each 175 men, and four torpedo boat destroyers with 120 men each form the key force. They will join seven Trans-Atlantic carriers equipped with Krupp guns for projection of carrier and airhorns, aiming to support marines and six months of provisions.
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Lenden
Madrid
Bayonne
Cadiz
Pélaye
Imperador
Carla V
Cruieer Alfonse Mie
Mutriotn
Raside
Admiral Camir Homes
Cudhs
Con
Pro Spanish Peeling Report From Atlantic Steamer
The Atlantic steamer Adirondack, arriving from Kingston Jamaica, carried Cuban refugees Alfred Lacaget, Liandro Actin, Jose A Gonzal, and others escaping Cuba. The report notes strong Philippine and Central American anti Spanish sentiment amid their voyage and business ties of Lacazetta from Sayantila.
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New York
the Herald
Bond
Atlis Ine
Adirondack
Kingston
Jamaica
Saville Sud Carthagens
United Blutes of Coloris Die
Fort Danton
Osta Ebea
Alfred Lacagetta
Liandro Actin
Jose A. Gonzalux
Fragmentary report on loan and panel actions in Cleveland case
A garbled local notice describes a lending dispute involving Moy Sh-In and others with Johnny Lavuek of Cleveland. It mentions a referee and Hennigan as key figures and notes a panel decision regarding suspected misconduct.
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Pittebure
Cadets Arrive in Key West for Ship Distribution
Fifty three Naval Academy cadets from Annapolis arrive in Key West aboard the City of Key West to be assigned among ships. The government spiked the appraisal of a princehip Medro? The naval board of appraisal valued the vessel at unknown amount. A British consul cablegram mentions reporters intending to cover Cuba events but warns against misreporting.
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Key West
Fla
Foifty
Naval Academy
Annaapolis
Medro
Secretary of the Navy
New York
Mayan
Taylor
Alexander Gollan
Havins
Cuba
Knichi
Robinson
Whigham
Unclear OCR fragment from British vessel event
Fragmentary report describes a May incident at a port involving an American commander and a British vessel. The text is garbled, but implies a naval action or orders about leaving the harbor and monitoring by a high official. Further readable details are not present.
Benjamin Willis Convicted in Connected Murder Trial
Benjamin Willis was found guilty on a murder charge in Conn. on May 1 while Prilgepert and others were on trial. Judge Thayer sentenced the convict to be hanged in November after deliberations in the fire incident case.
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Benjamin Willis
Prilgepert
Conn
Tojamin BR
Wile
Tawi i
Spanish Atrocities Report From Key West
A Cuban son in Key West writes of Spanish oppression in Cuba. he describes heavy rains, military actions, and reinforcement by General Feria. He notes widespread cruelty, famine, and execution of civilians, with details of fortifications, troop movements, and general Porta offensive.
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Key West
Fla
Florida
Cuba
Lince
Circe
Dite
Arma
Feria
Canmeuay
Abdo Andl
Colin
Mies
Porta
Bari
Florida Expedition Landing Report Amid Cuban Rejoicing
Reports from Key West indicate the Florida expedition’s landing caused joy in Cuban circles though details remain guarded. Naval movements were limited with no decisive vessels departing. editors note restricted telegraphing of the landing site near Guantánamo in Santiago de Cuba as authorities assess the operation.
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Key West
Fla
Florida
Boais
War Department
Cenerad Lacret
Willeh
Sol
Miles
War Clouds at Morocco Seize Hinges of Crisis
Madrid June 1 A M The British ambassador Sir Henry Drummond Wolff held another conference. General Commas, minister of war, was captured sketching Ceuta fortifications. General de Bourhem, arrested during riots at Mulrid, is in custody amid rising tensions before the war.
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Madrid
A. M.j
Henry Drummond Wolf
Ceater
Commas
Ceuta
Moreec
Hibralten
Genera de Bourhem
Mulrid
Ubeerie
Relief commission meeting outlines aid for service members
The National Relief commission outlines plans to provide for troops and families with ballot and relief measures. Kalhevormur PScnuiaan requests action and the Pennesisuniv cunitney commission is noted as present.
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Tilhidulphia
Atay
Witel
Beer Sient
Mott
Dom McKintoy
Alger and Son
Kalhevormur Pscnuiaan
Pennesisuniv Cunitney Commission
Gs Tedayes
Relief Commission
Gen
Record of Henry Smith cycling record at Electric Park
Baltimore report of Henry Smith breaking a long distance bicycle mark in a race with Hubert Bronwh at Electric Park. Smith completed over sixty miles with a time around twenty hours and forty two minutes, having moments off the wheel for three hours and seventeen minutes.
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Baltimore
Henry Smith
Hubert Bronwh
Electric Park
Oolock Unik
Murda
Smaith
The Purpose of Taking Santiago
A cabinet officer outlines the plan to seize Santiago harbor to pressure the Spanish squadron. With regular U S forces advancing toward the port, the move aims to starve reconcentration camps and support insurgents while avoiding direct naval clashes. Military leadership expects coordinated army navy action led by Miles and Schley with Cuba operations in view.
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Santiago
Cervera
Seley
Polio
Santiago Harbor
Havant
Idiand
Insurgena Yd
Legat
Senate War Revenue Debate Fails To Progress In Open Session
Washington May 6 Senators debated war revenue measures with little progress. Mason spoke for an amendment taxing flour and corn products while Lodge defended his positions. A secret executive session was demanded after minority opposition and parliamentary tension over coalitions and administration aims.
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Siabon
Washington
Senate
Mason
Lodge
Mass
RiKite
Eblking
Variable Winds and Harbor Plans Highlight Morning News
A morning summary reports fluctuating winds, harbor and tubing notes, nightlife hints, and a weekly news item. It mentions hospital to county coverage, Lalitortil commentary, and local week events. Telegraph-soldiers at Camp Alger are tired of inactivity amid broader convention talks.
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Camp Alger
Kee
Boule Ditourges
Prize found on voyage to Porto Rio with ammo aboard
A derelict vessel bound from Rio Janeiro to Porto Rio with cargo of ammunition was discovered near Thocogil. Authorities salvaged the ship and noted the crew or passengers including Pree Vahken and others aboard. The wreck remains under investigation for details and origin.
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Fla
Sparilehirk Alurhe
Ameriiaun Erie
Porto Hien
Blewie
Bie Janeiro
Porto Rio
Bornes
Thocogil
Hatel Convreted of Warder traniper MN
A man in Minnesota was convicted today in a case tied to his wife's death. Prosecutors say the defendant killed his spouse to claim a life insurance policy. The verdict marks a resolute end to a contentious investigation and trial.
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Hatel Convreted
Traniper
Captain Fordherdr Assigned to Third Army Corps Adjutant General
Washington dispatch May 11 reports Captain J B Fordherdr has leapfrogged to assist the adjutant general of the Third Army Corps at Chickamauga, an assignment that places him in a key staff role during the campaign.
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Formker
Washington
J. B. Fordherdr
Ony
Third Army Corps
Chickamauga
Cable Cut by Auxiliary Cruiser Shuts Port
Fragmentary dispatch describes an action by the auxiliary cruiser Bi. Vanul cutting the cable at a port. Details on location and date are unclear in the text.
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Kev Weat
Buntiago
Railway bridge project on Lake St Francis proposed
A legislative session briefed on authorizing a railway bridge across Lake St Francis near Lake Clifs Ark. The assembly also discussed a bill directing the commission to prepare civil law procedures for Alaska. Several private firms were noted for proposals and bond issues were urged.
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Yussell
Lake St Francis
Lake Clifs Ark
Alto
Ocomurren
Pesolunion
Jawa
Alaska
Alyo Posal
Chinese Prince Declared Dead. Mourning Proclaimed by Emperor
In Pekin on May 31 the Taung-Li-Wamen reports Prince Koaung is dead prompting a court mourning period. A later message states Prince KReoting may still be alive, with doctors incorrectly declaring him dead due to misdiagnosis and errant reports.
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Pekin
Koaung
Othe Taung-Li-Wamen
Prince Kreoting
Tewe
Omaha Commissioners Attend May Exhibition Meeting
Omaha commissioners from several towns including Pull ad iphlry Dr Poet danwon Wilken Phere de Aerbe Potteville Liga and Richard Scermrtun We H Swarts Altona Thamuas Mr Jones and George M. Winbaugh Harrisbury met this morning to discuss theiner agenda note.
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Harneture
Dhes
Ponieyminia
Jehu Ov
Waoadeide
Gyerholt
Nex
Mettila
Bolkema Brot
SY AL Cote
Pull
Iphlry
Danwon
Wilken Phere
de Aerbe
Potteville
Liga & Richard
Scermrtun
Washington May Ste Thyne Names Listed in Draft Notice
The fragment lists multiple individuals in a dated political or military context with obscure names such as Potinesgivata, Chatilin Ayiteht Mewityinndual Warsi, and Invavap-Aan Lo Gardiner. The OCR yields unclear spellings and scattered titles, suggesting a bulleted list or roster in a public notice or wartime record.
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Washington, May
Wilkie Bullee
Adil
Lo Gardiner
Wilkenlorro
Weather forecast text unreadable in OCR
Fragmented weather notes mention various regions and vague wind directions. The garbled content is unclear and cannot identify specific forecast details or valid locations.
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