OTIS CABLES WASHINGTON, DECEMBER 27, 1898
MANILA, December 27,1898.
(Received Washington, 8.17 a. m.)

ADJUTANT-GENERAL, Washington:

Iloilo expedition left last night. Reported that Spanish forces evacuated 24th instant. Report not confirmed. General Miller fully instructed as to action whether Spanish forces there or not, action to accord fully with the President's directions. Will cable result as soon as possible. Expedition should reach Iloilo to-morrow morning.

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