Manila Falls to Dewey as Spanish Fleet Is Destroyed
News reaches New York of Commodore Dewey’s victory at Manila Bay. The Spanish flagship Reina Christina and several ships were destroyed or scuttled. The battleship Castilla exploded after a magazine fire, and the Olga, Austral, and other vessels suffered damage as American ships pressed the attack. Casualties reported on both sides, with Spanish dead and wounded tallied.
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United Sertes Asiatic Squadron
Dewey
Manila
Castilla
Isla de Cuba
Cadarso
Subigbis
Bavcock
Carite
Emen
Adolind Menteje
Montijo
Spaniel Het Were Navlora Terciile Tire
Fess Danuwien
Baltimore
Reina Chiristiha
Michelo
Austria
Naval Terms Explained For Amidships
A compact glossary defining unfamiliar naval terms such as Amidships the midship area Ammunition the powder and shell for the gun Anchor Watch a deck watch in port Arm and Away the boats order Armament all gear of weapons and crew Armor or Amor protection of a ship Athwart transversely Backing timber for plate attachment Barbetta fixed armor belt protecting the guncarriage and its firing over the parapet Battery a gun assembly site describing multiple guns together
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Mali Hioher
Ahdois
Astay
Transthenit
FLEETS COMPARED
A detailed catalog lists battleship components and classifications, noting vessel types from first to second rates, armaments, engines, and armor schemes. It presents a period view of naval power with many named ships and technical terms, reflecting a comparative ledger among fleets.
Mother’s Friend Liniment Promises Easier Births
A vintage advertisement touts Mother's Friend as the best help before birth. It claims regular use months ahead eases morning sickness, relaxes muscles, shortens labor, and speeds recovery with no dangerous aftereffects. Sold for one dollar per bottle at drug stores or by express orders to any address.
War Moles Fearful Plans and Mobilizations Across Theaters
Reports from Key West Washington New York London and Manila outline mounting wartime maneuvers. Yeleslas charged with attempting to browbe Paritan. Michigan regiments reassigned among brigades with a training regiment in each. Oregon and Marietta units ordered to hurry toward Sampson prior to Havana action. Shirish consul in Manila seeks a man of war fearing local authorities cannot safeguard civilians.
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Key West
Yeleslas
Washington
Michigan
New York
Oregon
Marietta
Kio Janette
Sampson
Havana
Lows
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