The Archive · 1898

Threatened Torpedo Attack

The most exciting feature of the past week was the lovk out for a torpedo attack upon the American squadron on Tuesday night, The report had reached the Admiral that the Spaniards.had dropped two small gunboats down the Pasig to its mouth frown. above the bridges and equipped them with: torpedoes for the purpose of attacking the American men-of-war under cover of night. The Admiral was not to be caughtinapping, and, although there is. rent caution every night, an extra effort was made on Tuesday night to Keep diligent watch, It. was. a,

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