July 17, 1898

Fine and middling hot weather. Business was slow. Took the train from Warnack to get up my papers. Arthur came with me. News got in that our flag would be raised over Santiago at 9 o’clock this morning. Remains to be confirmed. Had a nap after diner and then we all took a ride with the electric to Bay State. Played domino in the evening. Got to bed early. Pork chops for diner.