Dewey Dispatches From Manila Boost Spanish Fleet Losss
Washington May 7 reports confirm Commodore Dewey’s Manila victory with the Spanish fleet of eleven vessels destroyed. Spanish killed 300 and 400 wounded. no American ships lost. only six Americans wounded. Cables from Hong Kong indicate swift translation and public release to follow.
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Arrival of McCulloch at Hong Kong Triggers Excitement
Excited crowds in Washington rush to read extra papers reporting the McCulloch’s arrival at Hong Kong with dispatches for the government from Commodore Dewey. News of Spanish mortality and American forces' escapes fuels intense public relief and prompts naval officials to seal cipher dispatches as newsmen press for details.
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Admiral Dewey's Flagship The Olympia A Modern Protected Cruiser
The Olympic flagship of the Asiatic squadron was built in 1891 and serves as a modern protected cruiser. It lists propulsion at 6870 horsepower and speeds over 17 knots with a mixed armament including four 4 inch rifles, ten 10 inch rapid fire guns, and several Gatling weapons.
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Olympic
News of Manila attack reaches officials in Washington
The piece describes the tense wait in the state department and navy offices as cryptic reports from Hong Kong via cable arrive about Dewey and Manila. It notes cipher translation delays, the arrival of a four line cipher sheet, and the anticipation of decisive news. It mentions preparations of California Volunteers and the steamer City of Pekin for Manila deployment with quarantine and Mare Island loading.
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Flag Raising at Santa Fe Shops Draws Huge Patriot Crowd
Thousands gather as a 12 by 23 foot Stars and Stripes is hoisted over the Santa Fe shops in the city. Santa Fe employees march with flags and a banner reading Santa Fe Agent at Manila Commodore Dewey. The event begins with the Star Spangled Banner and includes speeches by Governor Mayor Fellows and J. W. Gleed.
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Cable dispatch signals delayed Dewey notes at Manila
Secretaries Alger Hoar and Long waited for translations as Roosevelt provided a partial cipher. Manila reports say Spanish ships were destroyed and Dewey held the bay. officials suspected expurgated details and a two-part dispatch from Hong Kong via the McCulloch before full public release.
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Manila Cable Dispatch From Secretary of State Update
The state department releases a cable dated New York noon May 7 noting a Hong Kong message about Manila. The brief dispatch confirms ongoing updates from Manila sent via Hong Kong. The report reflects administrative communications between Washington and overseas hubs.
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Resolution of thanks and new admiralty bill proposal
On Monday the committee will adopt a resolution thanking Commodore Dewey. It will introduce a bill to create an additional test admiral. The bill cannot name Dewey but will promote a commodore who has served the United States Navy and nation.
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Son of Admiral Dewey Praises Manila Victory
George Goodwin Dewey, the admiral’s son, expresses elation at the Manila news. He says the victory confirms his belief in what would happen to the Spanish fleet if his father confronted it and notes pride in his father’s honor to the country. He adds surprise that no American fleet men were killed.
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Spanish War Prepares In Puerto Rico Harbor Action
Captain Holm of the Norwegian steamer Bratton reports from San Juan that on April 2 he saw three Spanish gun boats and one cruiser in the harbor. He notes mining of the harbor and nighttime blackouts. Volunteers were being recruited and drilled on land as activity surged.
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Dewey Day Excursion Plans in Des Moines
Des Moines May 7 railroads schedule 205 coaches to arrive for tomorrow's excursions. Arrangements set to accommodate 10 000 to 12 000 visitors. Camp officers plan a dress parade from 4 to 5 30 p m.
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Sunday Bulletins To Be Posted On Front Windows
The State Journal will man the AP wires tomorrow and post important news on the front windows between 10 30 a m and 2 o clock pm and later if warranted by events.
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Associated Press
Martial law proclaimed in Milan amid bread riots
Rome reports martial law has been proclaimed at Milan as bread riots erupt in the city. Troops occupy the main streets to restore order.
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Amain
Helen Gould’s Gift to War Fund Accepted
Washington May 1 The president accepted Miss Helen Goult of New York gift of 300000 for war purposes and her check was received by the treasury department today.
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Unfurling of Flags Delights Crowd at Kansas Event
Governor Leedy praised a "brave set of men" at the state grounds while engineers in cabs signaled the flag ceremony. Flags rose from multiple city facilities as Santa Fe whistles joined the celebratory sounds and cheering.
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Leedy
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Rejected Kansas City Volunteers Fall Short of War Quota
Up to 2 pm this afternoon ten of 29 Kansas City volunteers were rejected for U S service by Lieut Clarke and Dr Bannister. Seven rejected for eyesight, three for slight defects. Names include Elmer Albertson Rey Albright Olaf Anderson and others. One third of recruits may be dropped. further recruiting required. Des Moines report notes 34 of a full regiment rejected. Springfield Fifth Regiment mustered into U S service. 24 privates and one officer failed the physical, 904 privates and 45 officers admitted.
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Dr. Bannister
United States Service
Elmer Albertson
Rey Albright
Olaf Anderson
Bert ©. Ashtock
Geo. Baker
Robert Boyd
Richard Mates
DeWitt Otterman
Edward C. Henbee
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First Dewey Word Revealed On Topeka Bulletin Board
The State Journal posted the first word from Dewey at 8 30 this morning on its bulletin board. An extra edition with details followed at 9 30. The news was greeted with great rejoicing as Marshall's Band prepares to meet and play.
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Madrid unrest and possible military dictatorship rise
A contested Madrid report describes hunger, defeat, and plots threatening the government. Marshal Martinez de Campos is named as potential military dictator with a cabinet of officers to save the dynasty. Weyler and Don Carlos movements stir international interest as Spain faces upheaval.
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Wheat's New Record Across Chicago Markets
Chicago traders report a sensational advance in wheat with May futures touching 6.70 a bushel and July futures higher. Prices showed volatility with May and July quotes fluctuating, while overall trade was heavy and demand sturdy. Weather cues from Kansas and Chicago areas pointed to warmer tonight and southeasterly winds affecting delivery and prices.
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