04 Jul 1898
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1898
Page
1
Report describes the Spanish fleet at Cervera nearly destroyed by Admiral Sampson with only one vessel remaining burning on the beach. Nearby at Manzanilla three small gunboats sink three Spanish ships and then flee.
Four men injured in an emergency event with only minor harm reported. No details on cause or individuals released. Authorities provided brief statements and routine medical checks were conducted.
Special dispatch from Washington reports Admiral Sampson turning a setback into victory at Santiago harbor. Navy ships engaged Cervera's fleet, destroying all but one vessel burning on the beach. Secretary Alger confirms the claim and notes Shafter demanded surrender, with bombardment threatened if not complied. The Vesuvius, protected by an armored ship, is said to have led the assault.
Washington reports Shafter’s lines completely surround Santiago from bay north to San Juan river south as Pando remains distant. Alger says Santiago surrender deadline passed but twenty four hours granted with no operations. New York notes celebrate retroactive victory with multiple ships sunk and officers wounded in the July 4 battle.
Washington reports Admiral Dewey’s dispatch announcing transports with Charleston convoy reaching Manila and Cavite relief with troops disembarking July 1. Sampson’s fleet vessels Hist Hornet and Wampatuck engage Spanish gunboats at Manzanillo, sinking several targets and taking damage, while scenes of shore batteries and pontoons resist the American assault.
The New York leading a crescent of ships bombards Morro castle and Punta Gorda batteries off Santiago de Cuba. Within minutes the eastern battery is silenced and Spanish flag at Morro falls as Oregon, Indiana, and Massachusetts close in.
Sampson argues the shooting’s moral impact was beneficial, saying it spurred reflection and community discussions. He cites local reactions and calls for policy review as evidence of constructive outcomes.
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