Puerto Rico expedition readied amid fast troop movements
Washington reports the Puerto Rico campaign to begin within days. By July 20 the 13 000 man Tampa force and 30 000 to 70 000 more are staged for an amphibious assault, with General Brooke leading miles command from Chickamauga and Secretary Alger coordinating divisions and artillery for a bloodless, rapid victory against Spanish defenses.
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McKinley disappointed by Cuban conduct in campaign
President McKinley, per a Stelsinky adviser, doubts Cubans will become reliable allies in the war against Santiago. He fears Cuba’s leadership lacks strength and energy, overpromising at war’s start, as the nation moves toward a republican government. A Western senator warns liberty may invite upheaval, suggesting a long US role in Cuban order.
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Santiago
Stelsinky
United States
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Ino
White House
Ill considered tribute for Cervera faces doubt
Henry Watterson voices caution on giving Admiral Cervera a home in Tampa Bay. He says the idea is premature and could backfire if Spain or the war situation worsens. Watterson praises Cervera as gallant but warns against premature celebrations or charity from Americans before his own country acts.
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Cervera
Louisville
Edites
Associated Press
Admiral Cervera
Tampa Bay
Lobson
Spain
Hobson
Spaniards Protest Surrender Actions in Caribbean
A July report notes Spanish light keepers at Key West Cape May and Cape Canaveral areas burned lighthouses in protest of Santiago surrender. Spanish garrison at Guantanamo city reportedly spiked cannons and blew up magazines amid the crisis.
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New York
Key West
Santiago
Cape May
Cape Cea
Cuba
Guantanamo City
Spain threatens Gibraltar batteries, Britain vows to stop
The Chronicle reports Spain fears Gibraltar but vows to act if Spain plants batteries to threaten the British outpost and coaling station, promising decisive action to stop such moves.
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London
the Chronicle
Spain
Strained US Cuban Ties Rise As War Moves Hills
Santiago de Cuba July 21 The United States reports increasing strain between American troops and Cuban allies over control and looting during surrender. Fever cases among troops decline as preparations to move to the hills continue. Washington worries over governance of Santiago and potential European reactions to a military administration.
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Santiago de Cuba
Wingston
Associated Press
Gioia
Shafter
Santiago
Basquidi
Siboney
el Cany
Garcia
Bantiura
Washington
United States
Shatter
Castillo
Santingo
Troops Designated to Go for Puerto Rico From Camp Promise
Washington July 21 The Lines brigade regiments comprising the Mines division were ordered to Newport News to embark for Puerto Rico about 4000 men with four artillery batteries and 200 in hospital and signal corps. The Fifth Wisconsin and First Minnesota may join. Shafter plans to receive surrenders of garrisons and coast towns Bocibon Guantanamo Sagua Paremia with 10000 stands of arms reported at Bungingo.
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Camp Promise
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Newport News
Puerto Rico
Miles
Shafter
Bocibon
Guantanamo
Sagua
Paremnia
Buntingo
CAUSE OF SCOVEL ARREST IN PACE CEREMONY
New York correspondent Sylvester Scovel slapped General Shafter during the Santiago ceremonies. He forced his way onto the palace roof and was ordered down. After the flag rose Scovel attacked Shafter again and was immediately arrested.
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New York
General Shatter
Santiago
Sylvester Scovel
Scovel
Shafter
Carlists Signal Readiness for Uprising Across Frontiers
Madrid correspondent reports Carlists have secretly stockpiled arms and ammunition in towns near the French frontier. A signal will trigger movements across the border in a single night as bases mobilize. Basque provinces stay quiet until Don Carlos orders a general rising. Government strengthens patrols and troops mass at strategic points in Navarra and along the frontier.
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Gage Daily Mail
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Weyley
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McKinley
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Gibraltar
Canaries
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Destruction Aftermath and Peace Hesitation Cited
The text discusses the surrender of the Cervera squadron and claims the government faced criticism for ordering Cervera to quit the bay. It notes the admitted need for peace but slower action due to Sagasta's indecision and a lack of definite proposals from the government.
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Cervera
Fay
Senor Sagasta
Prisoners in Cuba Warn of Revenge on Spain
Reports from Portsmouth NTL describe U S prisoners of war eager to retaliate against the Spanish government upon return. Marines and soldiers in captivity express intent to pursue vengeance, with many foreseeing trouble if a large captive party lands in Spain. Local guards note widespread discussions in native tongue among the 1700 Spaniards at Camp Lone.
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N.tl
United States
Spain
Simuvey
Corvasian
Santero
Camp Lone
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Gandago
Guantanamo
Captain Bolanu's Luck on Dubuque Sinking Scene
The steamer Dubuque of the Diamond line ran ashore on a sand bar opposite Winona during a gale and wind storm Monday night. It struck the Nor western drawbridge support, halted, listed, and drifted to shore where it settled and began sinking. Passengers demanded landing, repairs delayed. Captain Yolind commanded the vessel as crews work to refloat and tow to Dubuque for repairs.
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Minn
Dubuque
Itv
Bubuque
Yolind
Shafter Reports Capture of 10 000 Rounds Ammunition
Washington telegram reports Secretary Alger confirming General Shafter says he captured 10 000 rounds of ammunition in the recent operation. The dispatch notes the claim as part of battlefield updates from the campaign.
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Aberar
Washington
Alger
Shafter
Aunion
Peace unlikely until fall amid demands for harsh terms
Washington July 22 The administration signals no peace soon and prepares for renewed war efforts. Officials say Spain may not accept tough conditions, while the United States contemplates generous indemnity without restoring Spanish control of territories. Puerto Rico remains the only potential acquired territory to shield against closer Spanish proximity, and a free government for the Philippines is hoped though Spain has no say.
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Puerto Rico
White House
Spain
Mike
Che
Santiago
Shaflerse
Trot
Terrritory
Philippines
Cuba
Santiagos
Europe
Congress
Puerto Luco
Ter
Second Arrest for Robbery Ties Ponton to Bank Theft
Toronto reports W T H Ponton former Dominion bank Napanee teller rearrested in Belleville on the 20 000 vault theft charge. The case follows arrests of Holden in Boston and Pare in Manchester with Pare’s confession alleging Ponton’s direct involvement and a plan to bury and divide the loot after dumping it along a railway track. Ponton seeks 50 60 damage suit against the bank for false arrest and wrongful dismissal.
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Ont
W. TH. Ponton
Dominion Bank
Napanee
Belleville
Ponton
Holden
Pare
Boston
Manchester
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