Note XXVI-89 — Chapter XXVI · FURTHER WARS AND REVOLUTIONS. 1863-1885.
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The object of the notifications was to allow time for non-combatants to get out of harm's way. Families accordingly abandoned the city, and business houses were closed. About 8 o'clock Gen. Ibañez visited Aizpuru's camp, and brought back assurance that no assault would be made that night.