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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1898
Page
2
A garbled OCR page lists names, places, and events including references to Rosebury, Lyle Mier, and Admiral Eemines. The text mixes mentions of American Civil War era figures, post office matters, trade exports, and various geographic and organizational terms, with numerous unclear fragments and corrupted segments. The result is a collage of historical tokens rather than a coherent narrative.
The report covers sweeping wartime actions led by Gen Shafter and Wing Admiral Sampacn, including American troops engaging Spanish forces near Santiago, naval maneuvers, damage to ships and ports, and a broader push for Puerto Rico and Cuba. It notes proclamations tightening blockades, troop movements, and political debates on governors and cabinet appointments amid ongoing military campaigns and diplomatic pressure.
Fragmented OCR passage references Thiel fleet members Apel Vleet and Gammuesinre Seybe, with scattered names and phrases. The text appears as garbled notes, listing people, places, and possible events without coherent narrative or dates.
The narrative details naval assault actions near Santiago de Cuba, describing American forces under Commodore Watson and General Shafter engaging Spanish fleets. It covers bombardment, ship sinks, casualties, surrender attempts, and diplomatic notes with Spanish and Cuban actors.
A garbled July news sheet reports political tension in Britain and America over continuing hostilities. It references Admiral Banigwon, a war stance to “Continue the War,” and mentions figures like Admiral Cersire and Gen Luin de Tey, with scattered notes on ports, naval action, and domestic debate amid anxiety and sensational claims.
The report describes Dewey’s forces and Allied actions in June and July. It notes the capture of Guam Land and Malta, Spanish vessel surrenders, and American cruisers Charleston and others operating near Cavite. Mentions troop movements, health, and contingencies for Manila and related colonial holdings.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a Baltic work tale with mentions of a tent, a journey, and multiple names. It hints at a Sunday meeting, a sale, and various scattered actions. The readable parts suggest a travel narrative or mock epic involving crews and explorers with dated references and multiple locations.
Fragmented OCR recounts naval actions and land bombardments around Santiago de Cuba. Dispatches praise Admiral Sampson and Commodore Schley, describe Spanish defenses and American advances, and list casualties including Albert Tureen and Wilbur An Werk.
A distressed woman recounts years of womb ailments and poor sleep until she tried Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound. After initial doubt, she improved markedly within weeks and credits the remedy for her return to health, inviting other women to write for guidance.
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