Return of the Spanish Fleet Signals West Indies Abandonment
New York May 1 report outlines Spanish fleet's return to Cadiz as abandonment of Cuba and the West Indies. Reinforcements to the Philippines via Suez considered possible, with the Charleston squadron and coal supplies needed to defend Manila Bay. Military leaders debate whether Spain can project power from Cadiz and whether Dewey can be reinforced.
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New York
Fedls
Spain
Suez Canal
Dewey
Wharleston
United States
Manila
Charleston
Betis
Agre Verde
Gadbe
West Indias
Retrea of Spanish sect prompts Cuba expedition plans
Washington May 11 notes that the retreat of the Spanish faction accelerates preparations for dispatching military expeditions to Cuba under urgent headway, with Talas engaging a command.
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Washingtin
Cuba
Plan to Move National Guard Troops to Gulf Ports
War department changes course for volunteer regiments, shifting focus from Chickamauga to Gulf ports. Forts Tampa Mobile New Orleans and Galveston are set as assembly points with about 2000 men per chartered steamer. Navy to convoy, but friction arises over formation of a single fleet and transport coordination.
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National Guard
Department
Ceneral
Fen
War Department
Tampa
Mobile
New Orleans
Galveston
Navy Department
Lampeon
Onvy
Cannonading near Puerto Rico heard by New York dispatch
World dispatch reports cannonading heard toward the Puerto Rican coast as U S cruiser Yale was last reported near the area. An unidentified four masted Spanish vessel was sighted, with possible engagement between the Yale and the Spanish cruiser Isabella II. Norwegian steamer Gilfa bes reported passing New York en route from San Juan for Spanish supplies.
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New York
Thomas
W. L
Yate
Isabella IL
Gilfa Bes
Upd Tor Galveston
San Juan
Porto Rico
British Steamer Reports Torpedo Boat Destroyer Disaster
London dispatch from Gibraltar says a British steamer arrived reporting that a Spanish torpedo boat destroyer guarding the Aiet echze bay and straits had its lights suddenly go out after the steamer passed. A loud explosion followed and the destroyer disappeared, with feared casualties aboard the escort vessel.
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London
Miobe
Gilbraltar
Aietechze Bay
Straits
Hus Sallers
Suueths
Deatenger
Invasion Threat Grows as Forces Readied near Cuba
West Port officers report possible Cuban invasion within 44 hours if Spain’s fleet returns. Rear Admiral Sampson and Commodore Remy may strike simultaneously from key Caribbean stations. Cuban coastal fortifications could be neutralized quickly by monitors and gunboats. Water shortages at Key West worsen as condensers fail to supply daily needs.
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Key West
Spal
Cuba
Surmpson
Porto Rico
Remy
Lmnd
Bubba Honda
Matange#s
Havana
Tampa
Bio Eovernement Cmlenser
Aisling
Klondike
Lynch Law Sparks After Burlingame Volunteer Attack
After a volunteer is attacked and has his throat cut by a Black assailant, Frank Morgan of Burlingame. five thousand people gather, threatening vengeance in a scene labeled as a hot time in the old town.
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Frank Morgan
Burlingame
Murderer Escapes After Seventh Street Razor Attack
Private Frank E Morgan was slashed on the neck with a razor near The Bloody Corner in Topeka as he walked with relatives. Witnesses say a negro assailant provoked by insults and a hanging crowd mood spurred vengeance. Soldiers pursued the suspect while thousands gathered, fearful of mob justice as the wounded man was taken to Christ Hospital.
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Frank E. Morgan
Frank Morgan
James Morgan
Seventh Street
Ed Morgen
Ed Morgan
Frank Minm
Stansfield
Jenkins
Dr. Long
Bilnod
Robert Hitchcock
Close
Nogre
Sixth Street
Christ Hospital
Kan- S85 Avenue
Kansas Avenue
Penn Fe
Capt. Stackhouse
Ed Little
Gen. McCrum
McCrum
Lieut
Huddleson
Watson
Seret
Parker
Erqands
Steele
Nick Chiles
East Seventh Street
Leedy
Steeleft
Towers
Topeka
Walker
Kansas City Company
Kansas City
Turmoil After Mob Rallies Over Morgan Wounding
Crowds gathered outside the station as rumors spread that Morgan had been killed. John Schmidt appealed for restraint, while police urged calm and safety for colored residents. At Camp Leedy, Gen. McCrum and officers moved quickly to contain a threatened mob, with two under arm companies ready.
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Morgen
Camp Leedy
Frank Morgan
Osage Company
McCrum
Stackhouse
Break Camp as Troops Move to Tampa and New Orleans
Troops at Camp George H. Thomas rapid demolition begins at dawn. Regiments depart for Tampa and Mobile by rail, with some ordered to New Orleans. Infantry to Ringgold then to Tampa. Officials report all units aim to be gone before Friday noon. Other posts note quiet camp life as moves proceed. Georgia to Cuba plans discussed for the fifth cavalry while Indiana regiments are mobilized for New Orleans and Mobile.
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Chattanooga
Tenn
George BH. Thomas
Chiskamauge Park
Third Cavalry
Rossville
Tampa
Southern Railway
Sixth Cavalry
Samuet
Hunt
Mobile
Stletnoon
Tenth Cavalry
Baldwin
New Orleans
Ringgold
Taupa
Washington
United States Cavalry
Dexius
Fort Sam Houston
Cuba
Troop Movements and Armament for Cuba Campaign
In Tampa on May 1 transports are being loaded with war matériel. Hundreds of men unload freight cars and store equipment for ships expected to anchor near the bay. The Orlando is due from quarantine, Hotchkiss guns and Gatling guns arrive, with larger guns to be mounted on ships like the Alamo or Orizaba. Maps and plans for the Cuban campaign reach General Shufler as two Cuban vessels accompany regular troops. Louisiana guards and volunteers muster rapidly, and news of orders to send troops to Cuba remains unconfirmed amid preparations at New Orleans and the fair grounds.
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Tampa
Fort ‘S
Toda
Orlando
Carrillas
Adity
Florida
Alamo
Orizaba
J. D. Miley Ant
Sprinefield Rifles
New Orleans
Fair Grounds
Louisiana Guards
Awartnois
Indiana
Elmittos Ste
Cuba
New Orleani
Dewey Nominated for President in 1940 Caucus
Ambiguous OCR notes indicate a Dewey nomination news item from a political caucus or convention context with a focus on the nomination event and key figures.
Spanish Cape Verde squadron seen at Cadiz new names given
London May 1 The Globe reports Cadiz dispatch stating ships including Palayo i tora Carlos V Almirante Oquendo Viccaya Maria Teresa Cristishel Goren Alfonzo XII Pluton Proserpina Osado Audaz Puror and Terror plus torpedo boats and Normannia Columbia renamed Patriots and BIG would sail soon Troops expected for Canary Islands May 1 9 with three marine battalions quartered at San Fernando Lieut Colwell US naval attaché said not sure the squadron is at Cadiz.
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London
Globe
Cadiz
Palayo
Canary Islands
San Fernando
Lieut
Colwell
United States
A Word to Gen McCrum on Topeka Disorder
A handwritten plea criticizes Major General McCrum for tolerating disturbances in Topeka. It urges strict curfew on soldiers after 6 PM, restricted camp access, and removal of volunteers after curfew to restore order. It calls for severe punishment of attacking African Americans and warns of further civil unrest if leadership does not act.
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McCrum
Topeka
Camp Lerdy
Rillens
Realrain
Gen. McCrum
Kay
Varenge
Etréris
Soldiers repulsed at Logeronek amid rioting plunder
Madrid reports a clash near Logeronek capital of Boung Ish Heavines as rioters attacked provisions stores. Armed groups including women and men with axes and clubs advanced, cavalry intervened, and the assault was repelled after a fierce stand.
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Madrid
Logeronek
Burgos
Tia
Shem
Aguinaldo Urges Rebels to Heed Dewey Decree
Hong Kong May 1 reports Gen. Aguinaldo orders insurgents in Manila to obey Commodore Dewey and the U S military command. Fighting and abuses continue in the districts as natives resist priests and Spanish officials despite the proclamation.
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Hong Kong
Gen
Aguinaldo
Manila
Dewey
United States
Amuck on a Bike in Police Shootout At Penn Town
A chaotic scene unfolds as authorities attempt to arrest Tocepe Bennett. Chief Cunningham is shot and killed in the encounter. A bystander is wounded as the assailant Beruvutt, intoxicated, rides away on a bicycle amid the gunfire.
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Sires
Indiana
Tocepe Bennett
Cunningham
Beruvutt
Smith
Abe
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