The story of the U.S.S. "Yosemite" in 1898, compiled from available records by Joseph S. Stringham.

THE U. S. S. "YOSEMITE"

Librarian's Note
The compilator of this record (Mr. Joseph S. Stringham)
was also a member of the "Yosemite" crew, but he has modestly made no mention of himself. His title on the ship,
"Jack-o-the-Dust," is from an old nautical term of unknown
origin and needs some explanation. He was attached to the
Paymaster's Department, and had charge of the food, small
stores, and supplies, which were furnished to the ship's company, and for this service received five dollars per month extra.
Since the Spanish-American War, he has been a member of
the Board of Education, a commissioner of the Public Library,
and Research Engineer for the City of Detroit. He was a
captain in the Ordnance Department of the U. S. Army during
the World War.
Medals
Four medals were awarded the members of the crew for this
war service. The "Sampson Medal," issued by our Government,
is marked "U. S. Naval Campaign, West Indies, 1898," and on
the reverse side are the words, "San Juan, P. R., June 28,"
which was the date of our engagement described in the text.
The "Congressional Medal" is marked "United States Navy
for Service," and on the reverse side, West Indies Campaign,
1898."
The "State Medal" is marked from "The People of the State
of Michigan," and on the reverse side, "War with Spain and
Philippine Campaign, 1898-1900."
The "City of Detroit Medal" was authorized "For Service
in the Spanish-American War."

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