... British steamer Eretria. According information received in 'Washington up to the present the Batavier V.'s sinking was due to mine, but the Eretria is reported to have been torpedoed. As there were Americans both these steamers, one whom—a passenger the ...

... positions on new ground, and the naval force reconnoitring, and hopes to push up the river.—Press Association. ARTILLERY AND MINING. EFFECTIVE FIRE BY THE BRITISH GUNS. Yesterday's British official: Last night and to-day there has been considerable Twining ...