The Somerset reporter., 1898-06-23
MONDAY. JUNE 20.

In Santiago garrison, and GerYera's fleet
in the harbor. fully manned Moro
castle. where Hobson and his man are
confined he says Is the only fort not
silenced by Simpsons feet.
President McKinleys reported mott
fcatlon 10 Cervera and Pando in regard
to the safety of Hobson and his followe =
causes the Spanish In Madrie 10 tax
about their military honor and Amer
lean threats
Secretary Long states that the policy
If attacking Spain upon her own shores
is under consideration by the admins
tration in case a squadron is sent over
Commodore Schley will be given the
command.
Three British subjects arrested in San
Juan suspected of being American spies.
Admiral Camara's Cadiz squadron is
reported to have arrived at Cartagena.
An unnamed Spanish politicians is
quoted as saying that no power or com
bination Of powers is likely to oppose
the policy'of the United States.
The president has recommended legis-
laton which will permit him to recog-
nize the services of officers who have
lost their lives during the war
Crack Eighteenth Pennsylvania regi-
ment, in camp at Delaware City, Del.
In a disgraceful state of neglect, army
officers not having provided shoes, cloth
ing, blankets or tents.
Commissioner iowa lands arms and
ammunition to the Cubans; he captures
two boats of supplies from Spaniards
Belief in Spain that Germany will con-
tlnue neutral, but will demand d coal
ing station in the Philippines when the
time comes.
Secretary Long admits that the policy
of sending a squadron across the AT
iantic to Spain is being considered.
The London STANDARD applauds the
president for postponing the serious in
Nasion Of cuba until after the rainy
season.
TUESDAY. JUNE q.
British consul at Santiago sends word
to Halifax that the heroes Of the Merri-
mac are unhurt
Secretary Long names 35 war vessels
soon to be built for the navy. Three
battleships viii be called Maine. Mis-
Sbhii anu Univ I@il9l-ll ladEItN " NC
remembered by one of the smaller boats.
General August, says a London report,
wires Madrid that he has retired within
the walls of Manila.
Spain refuses to exchange Hobson
and his men, and the belief in Wash
ington is that they are to be held as
hostages.
Word reaches Washington that the
Cadiz squadron has returned to a Span
ish port.
The Philippine insurgents declare their
independence Of Spain and form pro-
visonal government.
Lieutenant Hubson is to he transferred
from the struction corps to the line
of the navy and raised to the rank uf
lieutenant commander.
Correspondent of a Hong Kong paper
accuses Admiral Montijo OF cowardioe
at the Manila battle.
Archbishop at Manila urges the Span
lards To resist Americans with all their
power.
General Blanco wounded in the leg hy
a volunteer, whose brother he permitted
to be executed on a charge of treason.
Naval officers at Key West say Cap
tain General Blaneo has notified the
American blockading fleet that here
after he will recognize no flag of truce
Send the Holland submarine boat to
Santiago. and l Will take her with a
volunteer crew and clear the harbor of
ships and mines. That Is the substance
OF letter on ME In the navy depart
ment. 1t Is signed by Lieutenant Com
mander William W. kimball, com
mander OF the torpedo boat tlotilla of
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BRUSH refugee from Havana says
biaheo mas win MN lso'0oo regulars and
volunteers.
me monitor Monadnoek leaves Vallejo,
Cal, Tor san Francisco, on her way TO
the fhlllpplhes'
The Spanish prize steamer Panama
bought by the government for $il 600 for
u aHsl'"'''
Secretary Long eontradicts the stories
as To the lack OF effect OF the Havana
blockade.
A correspondent of the London Times
says that General Blanco is sending SIX
battallons to Linares' assistance.
United States marshal at Key West
ordered to hold all persons taken on
Spanish prizes until further orders.
General CIV Y Henry IN c,.,,,,r,,,,,
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