SANTIAGO.
Vessels are able to pass the sunken Merrimac at the entrance to Santiago.
Admiral Sampson has stopped the American transports from approach* ing the Santiago coast, which for 50 miles is guarded by 40,000 men. Severe fighting is expected before a landing is effected by the Americans. General Shafter hag under his command a force of 15,000 regulars. The General's landing has been deferred, and he has been ordered to send his prisoners to the United States.
Reports received at New York state that General Shafter landed 8000 troops near Santiago. The Spaniards offered strong opposition. The Cubans attacked them in the rear, while the fleet shelled the shore.
It is believed the Spaniards suffered heavily.
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Manawatu Herald, 25 June 1898, Page 2
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117SANTIAGO. Manawatu Herald, 25 June 1898, Page 2
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