First Engagement Aims Fire At Matanzas Forts
The New York Puritan and Cincinnati bombarded Matanzas forts today. No American casualties reported. Shells struck earthworks, some long-range shots fell short, with about 300 rounds fired. Admiral Sampson praised the operation, ships returned to Havana, others remained on station. Washington officials kept details from the White House and Navy Department overnight.
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Matanzas
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Matanzas Harbor
Punta Gorda
Sampson
Havana
Washington
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White House
Secretary of the Navy
American ships in danger from war with Spain
Boston reports many valuable vessels and cargoes scattered on the oceans destined for New England risk capture if Spain gains control. Captains may not know a state of war exists. Twelve barks and seventeen schooners are among at risk. Harbor entry will be limited from sunset to sunrise, with mines laid and more planned before dawn.
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Blanco claims Spanish shells harmed American ships in Matanzas
Mapu April 30. Official report from Capt Gen Blanco on the bombardment of Fort Morillo and Abanilla by Rear Admiral Sampson's squadron. Blanco says American ships fired 14 shots at each battery with no damage, Spanish batteries replied lightly, and five ship salvoes caused no harm to the town. French and Austrian consuls protested lack of warning. Newsrooms in Madrid celebrate alleged grounding of an American ironclad.
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Matanzas
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Pinar del Rio
Madrid
The French Arsenal Busy Amid War Preparations
Paris reports extraordinary activity in naval and military circles. At Brest workers toil late and Sundays, with large orders for war materials and provisions for coast batteries. Fresh batteries rise at Ushant and mobilized ships stay ready for sea. Reserves are notified for possible active service.
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Brest
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Spaniards at Las Palmas plan to muster 40000 troops
The Nethergate reports from Las Palmas that Spaniards aim to concentrate 40000 troops in the Canary islands with 8000 destined for Grand Canary. Fortifications at Las Palmas are nearly complete with guns ready. Madeira sighted Spanish warships near English vessels awaiting developments. No word on the fleet rumored to have left the Canaries for Cape Verde.
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Torrey’s Cavalry Regiment Recruiting Letter Seeks Motive Troopers
Washington April 30 Jay L Torrey announces plans to organize a second regiment of United States volunteer cavalry for the northwest urging recruiters to gather names and addresses of men aged 18 to 40 who are physically sound of good character and horsemen and marksmen He promises first class arms horses and equipment and stresses daily work and combat potential to build a patriotic regiment.
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Jay L. Torrey
Volunteer Cavalry
Northwest
Simm
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Little Indians Aid Maine Sufferers via Infant Donation
An unusual relief gift reaches the Indian affairs commissioner from Darlington Oklahoma. Infant pupils at the Cheyenne and Arapaho agency Indian school contributed nearly 100 dollars, the eldest child being eight years old, with a total check of nine dollars.
New York Troopship Silences Cuban Forts at Mariel
A Jam-packed dispatch from Key West describes the New York flagship shelling Fort Cabanas and nearby forts as dawn faded. Eight six inch shells from the bow and two from the forward turret silenced both works, with further fire from Morro noted and the harbor quieting by 6:35 as the ships moved toward Mariel.
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Fort Cabanas
Mariel
Havana
Matanzas
Iowa
Indiana
Helena
Porter
Ericsson
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Wealth myths of new mining regions questioned
The piece argues that vast untapped mineral wealth in new mining areas is often promoted by transportation firms and promoters, while locally produced goods and legitimate enterprise offer steadier rewards. It praises Hostetter's Stomach Bitters for improving health against malaria and digestive ailments.
Objection in Dialogue on Bicycle Connection to World
A brief dialogue features Wheeler noting the bicycle connects people to the world while Clumsyton resents being touched mainly by the top of the head, as Truth remarks.
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Allen's Foot-Ease Promises Quick Foot Comfort
Advertisement style item touts Allen's Foot-Ease powder as a cure for painful swollen and nervous feet with instant relief from tight shoes and bunions. Claims include reducing sweating and callouses. 25 cent price with trial pack free. mentions Allen S. Olmsted. Also includes unrelated quips about cold cures and stationery.
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Spain has Germanys ear in world press debate
New York April 30 German press disputes American reports on Cuban battles as the World Berlin correspondent notes a shift from Madrid to American sources. The National Zeitung rejects American officers opinions on Matanzas bombardment. May Command the Missourians Brigadier General Nelson Cole from St. Louis appears likely to lead Missouri troops.
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Cuba
Berlin
Madrid
National Zeitung
Matanzas
Washington
Nelson Cole
St. Louis
Missouri
Spanish Gunboat Ligeria Fends Off American Torpedo Boat
Madrid dispatch reports the Spanish gunboat Ligeria engaging an American torpedo boat off Cardenas. Official wording says the American unleashed seventy shots, all missing except one that damaged a back stay, prompting the American to retire.
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Madrid
Havana
Ligeria
Cardenas
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