French Liner Lafayette Captured Off Havana Blockade
The French transatlantic liner Lafayette bound for Havana was chased and captured near Key West by the U S Annapolis and escorts after attempting to run the blockade from Corunna Spain. It carries many passengers and cargo possibly including contraband and is said to be a vessel of the French Naval Reserve. The seizure raises international questions as the ship is sent to Key West for prize proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Key West
Fla
Lafayette
Curunns
Hayana
Anmapolis
Annapolis
Aglain
Cave
Wilington
Newport
Brer
Spanish Port
Wilmington
Sue
Havana
Associated Press
Beard
Kate Spencer
French General Transatlantic Company
Ine
Corunna
Spain
United States Cunboat
Aptopolis
J. J. Hunt
St Nazaire
France
Greenock
Havanes
Annapalis
Rott
Merrill
Hunker
Annapolia
C. Todd
Stgwals
Warren
Shase
Colmar
Spencer
Littie
Cajamar
Diim
Morre
Cuba
Siesta
Warships Capture Runaway Liner Near Havana
In a dramatic pursuit, three US warships chase a fast liner toward Havana. The Annapolis, Wilmington, Newport, and Merrill converge, board the vessel Inez, and detain the French steamer Lafayette. A prize crew sails her to Key West for adjudication.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
Morro Castle
Uncle Sam
Annapolis
Wilmington
Newport
Merril
Associated Press
Merrill
Wwe
Sam
Tress
Sir
Ha* Yate Harbor
Hem Gome
Wilmat
Prenchman
Wilgnineton Jameren
Inez
Lafayette
Prise Court
Guessing on Philippines fate by England and US
London dispatch from the Daily Chronicle cites Paris sources saying arrangements between England and the United States over the Philippines are seen as half settled. No other conference is deemed necessary until the war ends whether by force or European mediation. Austria is noted as taking the initiative, but a conference of these powers is viewed as the practical solution to Burpe in the far east.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philippines
London
The
Daily Chronicle
Paris
England
United States
Europe
Austria
Burpe
Far East
Powers Seek British Intervention as Spain War Rages
London May reports that several powers pressed Britain to intervene in the Spain United States war, but Britain again refused to join. British naval staff meanwhile ordered two newly completed battleships commissioned immediately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
U. S
London
Associated Press
Great Britain
United States
Government Purchases the Comanche Yacht in Cleveland
The steel steam yacht Comanche, built by Globe Iron Works in 1892 for F L Hanna, has been bought by the government. Naval officers examined the vessel about ten days ago and the deal closed at Cleveland on May 6. The 185 foot yacht sits 165 feet waterline, 35 feet beam, 11 feet depth and can be prepared for sea quickly without canal alterations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Globe Iron Works Company
FL Mt. Hanna
Captain targeted as harbor rules enforced near Sandy Hook
In New York on May 6 a captain ignoring harbor regulations near the mine fields was fired upon by a battery at Sandy Hook as his schooner passed the area. The blank shot served as a warning that authorities will enforce the new rules going forward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
New Harbor
Sandy Hook
Help for Navassa Warship Ordered by Admiral Sampson
The Tribune reports telegraphed instructions to Admiral Sampson to dispatch a warship at once to Navassa Island to aid American citizens. Captain McCalia previously visited with the Marblehead to probe labor complaints, and his vessel is likely to be sent to assist in the current emergency.
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Sampson
New York
May
Washington
The
Tribune
Admiral Sampson
Navassa
McCalia
Marblehead
All Hospitals Open for Sailors and Soldiers Reception
Washington May 6 The president orders that the hospitals of the marine hospital service be used to receive and treat sailors and soldiers of the navy and army wherever necessity arises. About twenty hospitals are scattered along the western gulf and Pacific coasts. At the time of the Moline explosion the Key West hospital was used for wounded sailors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Marine Hospital Service
Navy
Army
Wastie
Gulf
Key West
Japanese report of Manila fighting reaches London dispatch
A Shanghai dispatch quotes a Japanese report on the Manila battle after removing the Spanish fleet and Cavite. Dewey bombarded Manila, with the city soon aflame in many areas, largely due to insurgent actions. Heavy Spanish civilian casualties are reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Shanghai
Manila
Formosa
Cavite
Dewey
No Wire Yet Hong Kong Manila Communication Status
Hong Kong reports as of May 6 that no wire has been received. No restoration with Manila has occurred, and there is no indication of when service might resume.
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Hong Kong
Manila
Dewey's Manila Bay Entry Reported via Wires Cut
A Montreal Madrid dispatch claims Dewey's squadron entered Manila Bay by severing submarine wire links to the forts. They engaged the Spanish squadron, while authorities reportedly patched the wires under fire, delaying movement and sparking debate in Madrid and among French and English observers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
The
Journal
Montreal
la Presse
Madrid
Dewey
Manila Bay
Hong Kong
United States
British naval moves spark Canary Islands attack speculation
A Washington advisory board note prompts British and U S discussion of removing British subjects from the Canary Islands. Rumors place the Second Class cruiser Charybdis ordered to Las Palmas. The scenario suggests Rear Admiral Sampson might strike at the Canary Islands, potentially forcing Spanish fleet actions or providing the U S a base for a Spain campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London, May
Washington Rayal Strategic Board
Canary Islands
Charybdis
Las Palmas
Sampson
Cadiz
United States
Spain
Anna Held Presents Banner to National Guard General
Springfield May 6 French actress Anna Held presented Gen Charles Fitzsimmons of the First Brigade Hitneis National Guard with an American flag she made herself.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Hil
Anna Held
Charles Fitzsimmons
Hitneis National Guard
For Our Boys Bake Pies for Camp Leedy Sunday Dinner
The State Journal asks Topeka ladies to bake pies cakes cookies doughnuts and other treats Saturday morning to supply soldier boys at Camp Leedy for a special Sunday dinner. Volunteers urged despite bad weather to boost camp morale with homey foods, with deliveries arranged by 6 PM Saturday to transport to the camp before Sunday’s meal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Journal
Topeka
Leedy
Camp Leedy
Four Spaniards Held By Immigration Detention
New York immigration officers detain four Spaniards at the barge office after a conflicting set of stories. The men are Jose Brale Manuel Gonzales Santez Jose Bodl and Antonio Tokario. Gold watches and other valuables were found on some suspects during search. The commissioner will hold them pending Washington orders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Commissioner of Immigration
Jose Brale
Manuel Gonzales Santez
Jose Bodl
Antonio Tokario
Quebec
Bodi
Santez
Cormins
Spain
Tustas
Lugo
Pain
Washington
Logan and Harrison slated for colonel spots in volunteers
Washington May 6 reports that John A. Logan son of Gen Logan and Russell A. Harrison son of ex president Harrison are to be appointed colonels in the volunteer army and assigned to staff duty under corps commanders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
John A. Logan
Logan
Russell A. Harrison
Harrison
Regular Troops Recruitment Visit Topeka May 6
A recruitment officer will arrive in Topeka to enroll men for regular service with the Twentieth Infantry based near Mobile Alabama. Captain James Rogers and Captain Morrison will recruit two new companies to join the regiment at Fort Leavenworth. Enlistment is for three years with promising prospects for steady, honorable duty and improved conditions versus volunteers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeike
Fort Leavenworth
James
Rogers
William ‘Morrison
Pereiat Wietee
Seay
Othees
Enustea
Mobile
Ala
Beeman Gum Factory blast causes city fire loss
A large brick block at Bank and Lake streets burned after an explosion in Beeman's chewing gum factory on the fifth floor. The fire confined to the Bradley estate area. Root & McBride suffered water and smoke damage. Total loss about 125000, insured. multiple firms sustained 6000 to 25000 each.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Bank and
Lake Streets
Bradley Estate
Root and Me Bride Company
Root & McBride Company
Beeman
Bradley
Fears for Dewey In Manila Battle May 1898
Washington learns nothing official five days after the Manila engagement. The State Department and Consul Wildman report uncertainty over Dewey’s ability to subdue Cavite and silence Corregidor. Analysts warn moves may require ships and time to protect American fleet and harbor.
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Washington
Manila
Mavy Department
State Department
Hong Hong
Wildman
United States
Dewey
Corregidor Island
Cabie
Cavite
Conmimodore Dewey
Volunteer Army to Form Seven Corps Under Major Generals
The war department announced the volunteer army will consist of seven corps, each commanded by a major general. Organization and rendezvous details remain unsettled. Likely mobilization sites include Port Meyer Florida Atlanta Georgia Chickamauga Tennessee Richmond Virginia and Long Island North Carolina.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
War Department
Port Meyer
Fla
Atlanta
Chickamauga
Ordered to Tampa regiment moves from Chickamauga
May 6 orders from the War Department direct the Twenty-fifth Infantry colored under Colonel Burt to Tampa Florida with dispatch. Two companies are at Dry Tortugas and the rest are expected to sail soon. Colonel Burt anticipated to become brigadier general and lead the command south. The Tenth colored cavalry is awaiting orders to move while Sixth and Third cavalry are also noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chickamauga Chickamauga National Park
War Department
Brooke
Provisional Army Corpr
Chickamauga Park
Twenty-fifth Infantry
Burt
Tampa
Fla
Tenth Cavalry
Chattanooga
Tenn
Twenty-fifth Regiment, Infantry
Coke Erect
Col
Lst
Chickamauga
Charleston Is Ready Peking to Vallejo May 6
The United States cruiser Charleston is formally placed in commission with a crew of 200 and 20 marines aboard. After City of Peking arrives in San Francisco, Charleston will be docked at Mare Island navy yard and refitted to carry 4000 tons of coal and supplies for Manila. The vessel may later become a hospital ship in the Philippines. An order seeks volunteer machinists ship fitters coppersmiths and blacksmiths for Philippine service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vallejo
Cal
Charleston
City of Peking
San Francisco
Mare Island Navy Yard
Manila
Peking
Pilippines
Navy Yard
Capps
Union Iron Works
Porto Rico Invasion Plans Turn Private to Public
Washington officials expect Porto Rico to be seized by the United States with news likely by Sunday night. In Tampa troops prepare for transport as seven ships load coal and carpenters work to convert vessels for troop movement. The fleet awaits decisive battle as General Shafter notes orders to begin expedition. In Chattanooga the Twenty-fifth Infantry moves trains and baggage as readiness peaks for rapid deployment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Porto Rico
United States
Porto
Americans Land at Cavite After Bombardment
Madrid reports on May 6 that Hong Kong advices say American forces have landed at Cavite following a renewed naval bombardment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cavite
Madrid
Hong Kong
Temerario Sails From Ensenada Amid Unclear Repairs
The Spaniel torpedo gunboat Temerario, recently alleged to be under repair and without a crew, reportedly sailed today from Ensenada on the Le Plats estuary, about 25 miles distant, with indications of heading northward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buenos Ayres
Man Who Shot Bob Dalton Tied to Coffeyville Raiders
John Klohr, a member of the Independ ence Company, shot and killed Bob Delton during the Delton gang raid on Coffeyville. The incident occurred as volunteer forces formed amid chesp erado ra ids along the southern border of the state, a period of frequent border skirmishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Dalton
Coffeyville 4S
Independence Company
John Klohr
Bob Delton
Delton
Coffeyville Tarf
Montgomery County
Admiral Dewey to Name New Screw Steamships
In New York on May 6 R A C Semith of the American Mail Steamship Company announced the first of four screw steamships now under construction at the Crampe Bhipballatur yard will be christened Admiral Dewey. The Admiral Dewey and sister ships are to be built as quick, economical auxiliary naval cru lverse and are the first American vessels of their class under civilian control for Navy use. Names for other vessels tied to famous admirals were discussed as part of the naming plan. Meanwhile Watson's Orchestra will perform at Kimball's Music Store Saturday at 8 o'clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
Crampe Bhipballatur Company
R. A
Navy
Smith
Conte
New York
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New Orleans
Corporal Cleary
Perdido and
Ram
Trump
Temarario
H. M. Hanns
Help For
Anna
Gen. Fitzsimmons
Harrison and Logan
U. 8
Manila Harbor
Sas
Port Tampa
Florida
Whitney
Comal
Berkshire
Allegheny
Gussie
New
Orlents
Tong Soknd
Shatter
TDM
Verre
Temeraria
Watson
Kimball's Music Store
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