Miles Praises Army as Cuba Invasion Effort Moves Forward
Gen Miles, in Washington after directing the first invasion army to Cuba, commends regulars as finest in the world and notes volunteers lack arms and gear. He cites Tampa delays, post office strain, and railway bottlenecks, but says most issues are being resolved. He details Cuban coordination with Gen Garcia and Capt Dorst, confirming arms and 15,000 Cuban troops ready near Santiago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Miles
Maus
Davis
Greenleaf
Cuba
Nelson A. Miles
Alger
Luddington
Massachusetts
New York
Shafter
Tampa
Chickamauga
War Department
Rowan
Wilcox
Porto Rico
Connell
Crawford
Dorst
Key West
Nassau
Cuban
Banes
Garcia
Myself
Santiago de Cuba
Santiago
United States
Rabi
Cuban Auxiliaries Reinforce Marines at Guantanamo
Washington reports praise for Cuban forces reinforcing the marines at Guantanamo and occupying Acerraderos. Secretary Quesada notes Cuban flag over Acerraderos signals strategic success. General Rabi led a demanding forced march from Bayamo with about 1,000 men, Garcia aiding with 5,000 to 6,000 more Cubans. Admiral Sampson lauded the movement to the Navy Department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washinerton
Guantanamo
Quesada
Washington
Acerraderos
Mr. Quesada
Santiago
Aquadores
Rabi
Bayamo
Garcia
Martinez Campos
Saudel Indio
Cacacao
Peralejo
Campos
Spain
Sampson
Navy Department
Spaniard Surrenders at Guanatanamo Bay Camp
A half-starved Spanish soldier crawled into Camp McCalla at Guanatanamo Bay and surrendered after 43 hours without food or water. He said 2,000 Spanish soldiers wanted to surrender but feared execution. He was fed and placed aboard the Marblehead as a prisoner. A Marblehead launch engaged bushwhackers during harbor operations, rescuing a wounded marine after a brief exchange. several Spaniards were likely killed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marblehead
Arisoner
Plaiman
Third Manila Fleet Readiness Hurdles Ship Despatch Delays
Rapid work is required to ready the third fleet of transport steamers by June 24 for Sea departure. Vessels lack coal and supplies, forcing likely date extensions. Newport joins chartered ships as Merritt orders loading oversight and hired crew. eight thousand troops eyed for next expedition with heavy artillery and siege guns included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Washington
Para
Valencia
Department
Newport
Panama
Merritt
Gen. Ruhlen
W. E. Wadsworth
Wesley Merritt
Gen. Otis
Camp Merritt
Gen. Merritt
War Department
Little Comfort for Spain in Manila War News
June 17 note from The Colopuc Gazette states that rumors Germany will abandon neutrality in the Philippines are baseless. German officials consider the arrival of warships at Manila natural given German interests and protection for fleets there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bervig
The
Colopuc
Spain
Germany
Philippines
Manilsa
Aguinaldo calls natives to Cavite for independence crown
Aguinaldo declares a ceremony of independence and invites Americans to attend at Cavite. Skirmishing continues near Malabar Santa Mesa and Malate as Spaniards struggle to regain lost posts. About 300 native carbineers deserted to the insurgents after being disarmed and rearmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aguinaldo
Manila
Hong Kong
Cavite
Malabar
Santa Mesa
Malate
Manila dispatch reports grave Manila defense crisis
Dispatch from Capt Gen Augusti dated June 13 warns the siege in Manila tightens as block houses halt the enemy advance. Desertions among native troops weaken resistance and threaten withdrawal to the walled city. Communications with the province remain cut off and retreat may be necessary without peninsula aid.
Multiplying Chances and a Sold Engagement Ring
A jeweler’s weekly note describes a privatе engagement ring sale as a customer confirms plans to marry after service. The dialogue hints at a regiment heading south next Sunday and the hope of a wife within two years. It reflects wartime romance and retail engagement practices.
Half Price Rail Fare to Washington for Educational Meet
Discounts apply July 3 to 6 from all points to Washington D C and return via Chesapeake and Ohio at one fare plus 2.00. Tickets good till July 15 and may extend to August 31. Trip promotes visits to East coast resorts and Naval rendezvous. Inquiries to U S Truitt, 234 Clark St Chicago Ill. Also includes assorted quotes and ads about health and humor from regional papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Washington,d. C
Chesapeake and Ohio
Ass’n
Old Point Comfort
Hampton Roads
U. S. Truitt
Pass’r
Clark St
Chicago
Ill
Boarding house vegetables all taste alike of water and salt
A brief note from the Atchison Globe remarks that vegetables served in a boarding house taste uniformly of water and salt, leaving no distinct flavor to individual items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atchison Globe
Also Mentioned on This Page
Gen. Miles
Ant
Wil
Ernell
August
Hood
Daz
Hammond
Mina
America
Hopkins Place
Baltimore, Md
Hall
Denver Times-Sun
Erming
California Fin Syrup Co
California Fia Syrup Co
California Fie Suxur Co
California Fig Syrup CO
Cal
Louisville
New York, N
Gillard
Elgin, IL
de Arcs
Eterling Cemedy Company
Montreal
University
Anaien Educatio
Concen
Beard
Lodge
B.M. Woolley
Atlanta, Ga
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!