July 30, 1898
Muster and Inspection 8.40 to 10 a.m., reviewed by Colonel Smith. There were reports that an armistice had been declared until November 4th. The Spaniards… Read More »July 30, 1898
California Volunteer Infantry
July 29, 1898
At Headquarters we were entertained by three natives playing guitars and mandolins. They played ‘After the Ball’ and ‘Over the Waves’. I signed the payroll… Read More »July 29, 1898
July 28, 1898
Sergeant O’Donnell went to drill without his belt. We received orders to be ready to move. The flag was lowered on the flagstaff. Rumours circulated… Read More »July 28, 1898
July 26, 1898
General Merritt visited our camp. Dan Nichols died in the camp hospital. I received letters from home.
July 24, 1898
Mass at 6 a.m. Outpost duty at 8 a.m., relieved at 9 a.m. It rained again today. General Merritt arrived with 500 troops and mail.
July 23, 1898
Inspection 8 a.m. Insurgents bombarding Spanish. It rained all day. We received orders for outpost duty tomorrow; 150 rounds of ammunition were called in leaving… Read More »July 23, 1898
July 21, 1898
I’m feeling fine today and ate heartily for the first time in five days. General Green took over command. Dress parade at 6.10 p.m. I… Read More »July 21, 1898
July 20, 1898
Sick call at 7 am. A native kid cut off his finger; none of his colleagues passed any remarks on it. 3rd Battalion together with… Read More »July 20, 1898
July 19, 1898
Mail went at 7.30 am. I had to run two blocks to catch it. 2nd Battalion arrived in camp at 11 am. Call to arms… Read More »July 19, 1898