Spanish Ports to Be Attacked as War Spreads
Washington reports outline plans to strike Cadiz and attack Spanish ports as Dewey’s fleet expands in the Philippines. U S forces may sail from the Atlantic, supported by ironclads, to bombard or blockade key harbor defenses after Santiagos fall. General Miles may join Cuban operations soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Cadiz
Suez Canal
Washington
Africa
Spain
Sues Canal
Dewey
Philippines
Canal
Atlantic
Damiani
Bay of Manila
Santiago
Cervera
Sampson
Columbia
Minneapolis
Harvard
Yale
St. Louis
St. Paul
New Orleans
Bampson
Schley
Clark
Oregon
Iowa
Indiana
Massachusetts
Texas
New York
Brooklyn
Veseela
Flag Raised on Altares Hills as Cuban Troops Advance
Reports from Baquiri describe Major Lamotte and two volunteers raising the American flag atop the Altares hills amid cheering crowds. Cuban forces under General Memtius Castillo arrive in Balquirit, many clothed in tatters, while U S troops press toward Bantingo under General Shafter. General Lawton requests more rations as supplies move ashore and a pack train heads to Juragua.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asociacnd Pree
Associated Press
Dauntless
Baiquiri
Kingston
Jamaica
Altares Mountains
Baijuiri
Lamotte
Pan-American Iron Works
Glekon Company
Haitimere
Memetrius Castillo
Balquirt
Rome
Shafter
Bantingo
United States Army
Lawton
Humphreys
Juragua
Juraegue
Rail Road Earnings Report Shows Modest May Gain
The statement for West Jersey and Sea Shore Rail Road notes gross earnings for May at 18.71 dollars and no decrease from May. Five month period ended May reports gross earnings at 1089 dollars with net earnings up 108 dollars versus 1897.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thuadophia
West Jersey and Sea Shore Railroad
Penneylvania
Sea Shore
Cleveland Trade Talk Circles around Dilhin Replacement
In Cleveland on June 4, rumors say Dilhin will be exchanged from the Cleveland club for Pitcher McBridy of Youngstown. Negotiations proceed. insiders expect a deal within a day or two.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Dilhin Wllpliser
Ambiguous Note on Harrah Madrid June M Cortes
A fragment notes Harrah and Madrid related to June M Cortes and a missing customary tribute for the throne, with a terse reference to a spouse or partner. No clear event or location is established beyond these names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madrid
M—Cortes
Steamship Peru Brings Oriental News From Far East
Reports from Hong Kong and Nagasaki cite Japan planning a 15000 ton warship from a British builder and Britain assembling fifteen ships and torpedo boats at Che Foo. Admiral Montijo, defeated at Manila, blames Madrid for lack of ships and poor material, saying his squadron faced inevitable destruction. Plague reports worsen conditions in Hong Kong with signals from Bombay and Calcutta.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Peru
Hong Kong
Yokozama
Honolulu
Nagasaki
Chee Faw
Thehina Mall
Montijo
Dewey
Manila
Iles
Madrid
Bombay
Calcutta
Fire kills two Philadelphia firemen at Potter’s Sons plant
In Philadelphia two firemen died and about ten others were injured as walls collapsed during a blaze at Potter’s Sons works on a street block. The plant housed cloth, engine, and linoleum stock. explosions occurred. insurance coverage is likely to meet the estimated $250,000 loss. Names include James Mage and another unidentified fireman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadephia
Thomas Potter
Bons & Co
Sileloth
Wnoleum
Venang
Potter's Sons
Wheat Begins to Rise Amid War and Export Activity
New York reports from the N. G. Dun weekly review indicate little new business due to war, with exports and grain demand remaining strong. Government bond bids exceed offerings, while Atlantic flour exports reach 3,248,205 bushels and Pacific exports 517,153. iron demand remains subdued in the East but steadier in the West. U.S. failures total 235 for the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
N. G. Dun & Company Weekly Review of Trade
Atlantic
Pittsburg
United States
Yellow fever hits American expedition at Santiago
Madrid reports Cuban dispatches saying yellow fever attacks members of the American expedition at Santiago. Spanish forces claim strong defenses around the city and potential retreat only to stay within range of heavy guns. Official notices discuss casualties, bombardment damage, and American fleet activity near Puerto Rico.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madrid
Cuba
Santiago
Begaya Ceoneral Lindyee
Davann
Texas
Porto Rico
San Juan de Porto Ico
The Day in War News Across The Atlantic Circle
A chaotic sweep of dispatches from Madrid and Madrid to Havana and Santiago describes American and Spanish forces in Cuba and the Atlantic. Reports claim yellow fever among American troops, Vesuvius scene damage, and Cuban skirmishes near Firmesas with casualties. The Bagasta cabinet is said to resign as negotiations loom. The Merrimac prisoners remain confined in Santiago town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madrid
Ameran
Cuba
Desperate Fight Near Santiago In Cuba
News dispatch reports a major engagement near Bandago de Cuba outside Santiago as US forces including First and Tenth Cavalry and Roosevelt's Rough Riders clash with 2000 Spanish troops. Wounded include Captain Allyn K. Capron and Sergeant Hamilton Fish Jr. with several officers and many soldiers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Rough Riders
Hamilton Fish, Jr
American Army Near Santiago Press Dispatch From Dauntless
AP dispatch aboard the Dauntless reports American forces reaching the edge of the harbor area near Santiago de Cuba on June 2. Spanish retreat continues toward Santiago as Lawton reorganizes for a possible stand at Saville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santiago de Cuba
Dauntless
Jaragua
Port Antonio
Jamaica
Morrva Ciatie
Sagasta to Resign and Open Government Promise
Madrid correspondent reports Sagasta to resign after martial law proclamation. Cabinet will step down and allow an open government to negotiate peace, with negotiations expected to begin soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madrid
London
Bagasta
Lannden
Daily Telegraph
Merrimac Prisoners Safe in Santiago Bay Report
Dispatch reports flag of truce exchanges with Spanish authorities regarding the Merrimac prisoners Lieutenant Hobson and crew. Captain Concus states they are confined in Fantings town and all are well, with eight sailors wounded or killed in the Texas battle as the convoy zones shift for torpedo tests and return north.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santiago de Cuba
Awoviatea
Kingston
Jamaica
Enoury
Agsivaint
Stalf Stunton
Merrimac
Hobeen
Hile
Hobson
Fantings
Concus
Stal’ Stanton
Mle Perusal
Spain
el Morro
Bampeon
Texas
Frank J. Blackley
Clagy
Rudolph Hkarl Angell
Hush Amon Lee
John Emore Lindly
Gorge Fravers Aula
John Edmund Litcoy
Bert
John Simonsen
Pret
Stoquist
Ontinary Botta
Mar
Raymond R. Buréell
Tattieship
Indiana
Jynongels
Hernet Ape
Detroit
Castine
Bitdie
Helen
Belund
Telegraph Morning News Sweep Of Local And Global Bits
A compact morning page reports on international actions and battles near Funitaze, resulting deaths and prisoners. It notes James A. Clemmer charged with murder in the first degree. Local items include graduations, religious events, and court proceedings with routine society notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Telegraph
James A. Clemmer
Musica! Cioesto
Loewi
Sime
Charkes Marts
Vertrilogguis
Religiouy News
Mpereiyeca
Dunmere High School
Teunis Christian Endeavor
John's
Bohan
bLocal
Fiobin
Camp Alper
Griner Murder Trial Ends Without Verdict
Wilkes June 2 The trial of former Representative James R. Griner for murder concluded with no verdict reached as jurors deliberated through the evening and a prompt verdict was anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkes
Bore
James KR. Griner
Doble Again Victorious in Scranton Bout
In Scranton on June 7, Dobbs knocks out Jones in the heated round to secure a victory for Boovial. The match keeps Dobbs undefeated and sparks crowd reaction tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
Tern
Hably Dobbs
Jones
Sullivan Wins Thirty-Second Nap Kin Fight at Lentax
New York June 24 Boike Sullivan defeats Pat Henkine in the twenty second round at Lentax Athletic Club. Sullivan clinches victory in a featured boxing bout held tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Lentax Athletic
Boike Sullivan
Pat Henkine
Sullivan
Washington House Adjourns Until Monday
Washington reports the house adjourned yesterday, with plans to reconvene on Monday. The session concerns the Kession matter and schedules for the coming week remain under consideration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Case of Stephens Atoned by Detected Confession and Alibi Doubts
The former Lafayette College primate and suspect Stephens confessed to carrying paper powder to the pulpit with intent to destroy the college during a prior act. He admitted taking valuables from the house near Montrow and a ring key to a safe. An officer was sent to recover them while Stephens faced alderman questioning and denied interference in the nun case. He has not yet secured counsel though General Frank Teeder is considered as possible representation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miles
Cuba
Porto Rico
Navy Department Today
Lampoon
Hobson
Sampson
Havana
Juragua
Balquiri
Cobh
Englierh
Tenth Cavalry
O'Neill
Woods Rough Rers
Cvnetie
Tuscon
Arigona
Phe Sure
Garcia
Asoderroe
Basquir
L200
General Castille
Aston
Stephens
Liafayette College
Johnwon
Iis
Stephene
South Oliege
Montrow
Warfeld
Particuliz Etiona
Lafayette
Stephens Todas Walverd
Wlthough
Frank Teeder
Geo Fefary
The
Commonwealth
Weather Forecast for New York and New England
Forecaster notes warm weather with scattered showers and possible thunderstorms in northern sections. Winds shift from west to southwest with brisk easterly to southerly breezes and cooler coastal conditions later in the day.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Shatter
Alter
Morro Castle
Baiquirim
Sanpson
Mero Castle
Santiago Barvor
Barpeon
Merriinuc
West
Cuban
Volun
Epaiouiri
Pennsylvania
Admiral Montijo
Potter Oil
Philadelphia
James Mage
Harry Griffin
Will Probublly
Albert Snyder
Samuel Haysbiek
Frank Williams
Wishington
Pripqview
Spauleh
Balauirl
Firmesas
Playa del Rete
Santiago Town
Pioes Dis
Wanda
Playa de Hate
Guantanamo Bay
First Cavalry
Hoosevelt
de Cuba
Rouch Nniders
Allyn K. Capron
Troop L
Tillman and Dawson
Dolaherty
W. L. Irwin
Privates
DIX
York
Bejork
KOLBE
Terlin and
LEN
Corporal White
the Bush
Young
Pedition
Wood
Everal
Times West
Buak
Ninth Cavalry
Second
Massuaghursetts
Mijer Brodie
Mel Iintock
Troop B
J. BR. Thomas
Knox
Rious
Lieutenant Bryan
First
Alry
KE. M. Hill
Shelley
F. Tehler
Newcoral
James F. Bean
Frank B. Booth
Albert
Hartle
T. GF
Malley
Alvers, KB
Atherton
Clifford Heed
G. W. Arringo
Thomas FL Cavan
T. L. Stewart
George Rowlawl
Ed. Macfoey
Michael Lovie
M. Reid
M. Riese
J. R. Kean
John Ff. Pernup
Thomas FL Meoagher
Edward
Colliers
Nathaniel Poe
Fussell, Gaines, Miller
Crores
Braxton and
Wheeler
Tudd and Mayberry
Eward Marehall
New York Journal and Advertiser
Columbih College
ISM
Poughkeepsie
Nouree
Advance Witch
Cupan Sribr
Nlaty Telat Nooctiate
TRC Cury
JP Raga
American Thoods
Donmajuyuho
Seyond Massachusectis
Eighth Cavalry
Fourth Cavalry
Twenty-11th Colored Cavalry
Wagner
Inn
Linares
Lina
Fuvilla
Wis
Aguirre
Chaffee
Cha Ige
Bates
Woods Rough Riders
Saville
Cioneral Lawton
Sagasta
the Merrimac
Captain Concas
Santago
Artoedlted Pras
Funitaze
Griner
Doble
Scranton Trityne
Spike Sullivan
Beaston
Weather Forecast
Wunelington
Jimmy
Atatox
New
Waltry
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!