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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1898

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American Fleet Planned To Strike Spain Across Atlantic

Washington reports the administration approved dispatching an American squadron to the Spanish coast and the Mediterranean. Commodore Watson’s force, with Newark Tow a Oregon Yosemite Yanker Dixie and fuel ships, prepares at Newport News for a July voyage to Europe as naval planners aim a crushing blow at Spain and hasten the war effort.

Washington Mhevision Mediterranean Philippines de Camara Navy Department Wessels Watson Europe Newark Towa Oregon Yosemite Yanker Dixie Scendia Abarenda Alexander Newport News Santmpeen New World Ey- Payn Spatin Cuba

Bailey's Gag Law Fails to Bind caucus in Senate action

Washington June 27 The postponed Democratic caucus meeting adjourned to December after failing to approve resolutions proposed by Batley and amended by McRae Arkansas to bind future actions. A vote on the resolutions failed 47 to 0 quorum lacked as Bailey moved adjournment. The Hawaiian annexation debate paused as Mr Clay and Mr Roach spoke in opposition. The House focused on District of Columbia legislation.

Washington Batley McRae Arkansas Lewis Bailey Senate A.m Clay Dem Gad Roach Fem S. D Caffrey House District of Columbia

Quiet Day in Congress Adopts Davis Resolution

Washington notes say the Senate convened at 1 AM and, a few minutes later, adopted the Davis resolution from the Foreign Relations Committee chair. The action marks a calm session with minimal debate and swift committee-driven approval. The date is June 17.

Washington Senate Davis Foreign Relationa Comimiltwe

One Day's War History Reports Heroic Naval Rescue

President asks Congress to honor Naval Constructor Hobeon Liqutne and crew of the rove hudson who rescued the Winslow near Cordenne. Captain Hodge of Hugh Mc Milloch at Manila led a raid. Cadet Powell took the launch into Santiago harbor. An armored squadron under orders to move to Boulogne includes Newark Ore fon Jows Yankes Diaie Yosemite and three colliers. Four thousand troops sail from San Francisco for Manila as Cuban and Spanish American forces press at BanTiaga.

Congress Hobeon Ander Dore Witton Boulh Newark Orefon Jows Yosemite

Rewards for Bravery Prompt Congress Action on Moroism

President Asks Congress to honor naval heroes from the Merrimac rescue and related actions. Newcomb and nine crewmen would receive medals. Hodgeson to retire with full pay. Powell named ensign. Holworm offered a possible promotion but not finalized. Heleon may be advanced in rank with changes to the Lt. Commanders, while negotiations hinge on capture of Santivo.

Washington Congreen Hobron Newcomb Winslow Cardenas Hodgeden Hugh McCulloch Mania Powell Santwo Harbor Merrimac Panions Hmolwon Tt Con Ba Hobton Heleon Navy Department Suntivo

Havana in a State of Terror

A British observer reports Havana grips by fear as Captain General Blanes faces a mutinous Orden Publico amid imminent upheaval. Proclamations threaten summary executions for dissent while troop shortages and hunger push toward rebellion. the crisis may force drastic actions by Havana authorities.

Tiav Havana Talbot Coban Blanco Orden Publico Mindouina Childrem Cannet Wetaye de Chy Blanes Havinslive

Jefferson County Democratic Convention Adopts Delegates

In Brookville New York the Jefferson County Democratic meeting selected delegates to state conventions and endorsed candidates. Key names cited include A Smith J McMurray AC Gallingle McDowkl and Henry Grabe ell showing support for W S Martin and others for congress. The Republican side held their own session with several figures noted as endorsed or unopposed.

Brookville Roe Pubdican Alvi Kevnos Endoreaul Clametien Cabral Swan Tashan Penney Iver Henry Dhe Rogers Leetals

Women’s club federation names officers for year

The national federation of women’s clubs today elected officers for the ensuing year. Willie Taswe of Atlanta was named vice president and Burgh Bates of Denver was chosen recording secretary. Others named include Mrs. Fox of Michigan as corresponding secretary and Mrs. Moore of Louisville as treasurer.

Ponver Cole Jung S National Federation of Wome Aid ‘Ont Willie FL Taswe Atlanta Mir. Burgh BS. Btaer Denver Calo

Philadelphia and Reading Railroad Company May Statement

The May statement of the Philadelphia and Reading Mulway company shows mixed figures with receipts and expenses. The report notes changes from the previous period and indicates a decrease in some components, but the text is fragmented and key numbers are unclear.

Philadelphia Philadelphia and Reading Mulway Company Iss Lnierenne Wx Pences Meron

Thomas Clark Convicted in Dover Bank Conspiracy Case

Wilmington June 1. Thomas Clark convicted in the furnace case for forgery and conspiring with William N. Thue, former teller at the Firet National Bank of Dover. He was sentenced to five years in prison and a $500 fine.

Wilmington Det Thomas Clark William N. Thue Firet National Bank of Dover

Williame Seeks Re Election In Wickow Raorve Race

Candidate Morgan Williame announces from Wickow Raorve on June 8 that he plans to run again for Congress. In an interview he states he would seek reelection to the seat.

Morgan . Williame Wickow

More Troops for the Philippines Amid Shipboard Farewell

San Francisco reports a third transport fleet sailing for the Philippines with about 4090 soldiers under General Arthur MacArthur aboard the Indiana, City of Para, Ohio, and Morgan City. Crowds cheered as cannons boomed and ships cleared the docks, while Valencia and Newport prepared to join later.

San Francisco Golden Cate Vessela Philippines Tell Eliore Fort Makin Tolay Gener Arthur MeaArthur Indiana City of Para Ohio Valencia Newport General Mergitt

Cuban News From Madrid Reports Shifts in U S Policy

Dispatches from Havana describe U S and Cuban forces in shifting positions. Reports claim Americans face less resistance and government measures edge toward Santiago de Cuba’s frontier while insurgent activity increases in Havana and Havana provinces. Aguadores bombardment injures four Spaniards.

Garcia at Juragua Plans for Joint Cuban–American Move

Reports from Juragua describe General Garcia gathering insurgent forces west of Santiago de Cuba and awaiting a conference with Major General Shafter. Cuban troops recently landed on American transports Pulley 3,000 insurgents mobilize for action along the southern Santiago de Cuba coast. Plans for an assault on Havana are hinted, with coordination with General Magime Gomes and others to bring in more insurgents.

Juragua Kingston Cauixte Garcna Santiago de Cuba Joragu Shafter Garcia Boothe Havana Cuba United States Magime Gomes Ubwa

Dwelling Fire on Mitotecoth and Luzerne Streets

Fire alarm sounded at 2 45 this morning when a dwelling on the corner of Mittecoth and Luzerne streets burned. A horse perished in the blaze.

Mittecoth Luzerne Etreet

Torpedoes for Camarn in Transit to the Philippines

A report notes torpedoes seized en route from Flume to the Philippine Indande aboard the Almirian Vesselin. The shipment was described as intended for the Bpanlet Moet, with origins cited in Austin Hungary.

Camarn London Flume Austin Hungary Philippine Indande Hee Hundinl

San Francisco Sails Route and cruiser Ban Prancisso

The rome and cruiser Ban Prancisso depart from Previngotown heading south with the romeon toward Hacatten Bids and the cruiser toward Key West.

San Francisco

Desperate Spanish Position Reported From Cuban Front

Reports from inland describe the Spanish in a desperate situation around Guantanamo Bay with the military governor demanding food and reinforcements. Cuban scouts report Spanish casualties and the Cubans’ use of local routes and terrain as they press operations with American regulars. Admiral Sampson is said to have impressed General Galdo with his interview.

Guantanamo Bay Cuba Port Antonio Fantiago Guantanamo Guanaiminca Santiago Mecalla Americaos Oe Alfieet Spain Sampson Galclo

Camara Ships Promise Capital Voyage Amid Invasion Fears

Madrid reports Admiral Camara's squadron completed a capital voyage at ten knots and set for Suez to push through with a war fleet. Cairo notes Britain and Egypt monitor steamer movements while Spain mulls a potential invasion response.

Madrid Camont Port Fnid Camara Port Said Suez Canal New York Cairo Uwmara Uemiata Beypt Pop Lenton the Times Admiral Camara Atiadamn Sayet United States Spain Mantha Peninsula Poary

Cervera Thought Better Not Fire Last Night

The report details Rear Admiral Cervera considering a dash from the harbor as smoke columns appeared. American and Spanish forces exchange limited signals near the Merrimac area while the blockade continues with reported artillery activity and outpost maneuvers along the Rio Gran.

Santiago de Cal Kingston Jamaica le Tw Cervera Lampeen

New York Man Scheduled for Execution in August

Adrian Provan, convicted of murdering his wife in a New York home, appeared in White Plains Supreme Court seeking to halt execution. He faces death by lethal injection during the week of August 7 after a sentence upheld on appeal. Defense argued insanity.

New York Adrian Provan Ainge Sing Pele Fone Bin Thin Yeur Wok Supreme Court White Plains Braun

Madrid dispatch details from Havana missions and credits

A fragmented Madrid item notes Havana sending delays and credit issues related to cavalry riders led by Colonel Theodore Roosevelt and associates. The terse report references agents, orders, and a public service tone without clear outcomes.

Madrid Dieputehen Havana Taveralde

Boyington Officers Praise Allied Hospitality Abroad

June 87 dispatch from Mouwolwla Bun Franesech reports Boyington officers praising American troops for superb conduct and hospitality. Soldiers reportedly received ample food and drink with no expenses charged, and no abuses of hospitality occurred.

Bun Franesech Boyington Honoluli

Manila Quiet Amid Turmoil as Insurgents Rise

Reports from Manila and Hong Kong describe ongoing hostilities in the Philippines with insurgents advancing on Cavite and Imus while Spanish forces retreat. American troops move toward Manila as casualties and prisoners mount. a cautious truce allows some wounded to be evacuated and German and French naval activity observers the conflict.

Hong Kong

Unclear Military Dispatches From Early Chronicle

Fragmentary bulletin cites high generals and admirals eyeing expeditions and battles. Mentions Camp Alger and Armenia context, with scattered references to committees and public affairs. Text is garbled with multiple typos and missing details.

Undefined historic note ball

Fragmentary telegram style text lists names and places including Washington New Milford Pittston Wilkne-Rare and numbers. appears as a mixed OCR snippet with unclear context or event. The readable elements suggest names Henry Blork Asher M. Ifell and Wenrs W. Durdwel among several locations.

Washington

Weather Forecast for New York June 3

Forecast notes light rain and humidity in New York with unsettled conditions. Winds turn breezy from the west and southwest with occasional thunder possible.

New York tHernold Bey Bacal Mai BHP

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