Torpedo Boats Sold and Warship Sales Abroad
Rome dispatch reports contracts signed for three torpedo boats to the United States, sale of the armored cruiser Giuseppe Garibaldi to the Argentine republic, and the cruiser Varese to Italy’s Madrid government. Giuseppe Garibaldi is a steel cruiser of 6840 tons, 823 feet long, armed with multiple 6 and 4 inch guns, two Maxims, four torpedo tubes, speed about 20 knots, coal capacity 1000 tons, crew 450.
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United States
Cine Sarita
Varese
Argentine Republic
Giuseppe Garibaldi
Gaibudi
Birpeed
PRESS ON THE PROSPECTS Spanish Papers Take Worst View
Spanish newspapers devote their space to the Cuban crisis with scare headlines and long articles. Heraldo notes war concerns affect mothers and wives and that public sentiment remains high as Americans and Spaniards unite for defense. Dispatches from Madrid say Spain aims to avoid war, while US minister Woodford's status remains unclear. Senator Allen offers Nebraska state troops for wartime service if needed.
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Heraldo
Spain
Klopsch
United States
Cuban Relief Commission
Cuba
Negiesexmpaicie
Genest
Woodford
Legation
Lion
L. Woodford
Madrid
Allen Offic
Washington
Allen
Nebraska
Silas A. Holcomb
Kim Maret
The Roms and a Mother's Health Promise
An old fragment extols mothers protecting children from harm and urges prospective mothers to use Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a scientific medicine to improve health and cheerfulness during pregnancy.
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Birds of Prey
Dr. Pierce
Crowds Fill Capitol Galleries for President’s War Peace Message
Thousands braved freezing weather to pack the Capitol as the reading of the President’s message drew a tense crowd. Reported scenes described dense corridors, sealed entrances, and a nation awaiting whether intervention would mean peace or war.
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Plan of Action for Canary Islands Naval Forces
Plan of action for naval forces in hostilities near the Canary Islands is nearly complete after weeks of officer work. Commanders move toward the Canaries with a tentative scheme, awaiting final approval from naval authorities and awaiting unforeseen developments.
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Blake
Canaries
Estes Mare
Ereuee
Cal fornia Fig Syrup Co advertisement and naval plan note
An 19th century advertisement extols the benefits of California Fig Syrup for digestion and as a pleasant laxative while promising availability through druggists. A separate wartime note discusses possible naval operations near the Canaries, weighing risks of removing the home squadron and the potential need for a dash if circumstances require.
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California Fig Syrup CO
San Francisco
Cal
Louietville
New York
Silsna
Canaries
Hundred Thousand Ready In Patriotism Debate
Strong patriotic sentiment across states reported at the war department as over 100,000 reserve troops ready to answer calls. A war bill would expand regulars to about 101,000, threatening those already in the Ist Army. Col Ralston of Pennsylvania militia and emergency funds allocations discussed amid coastal fortification efforts and ordnance supply concerns. Tom Langford stands trial in Pike Superior Court. Two schooners, J. M. Seaman and Jane, reported overdue or lost. buyers fear for the Seaman's crew. Clyde O’Hara drowns in tub on his family property. investigation into accidental death ongoing.
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Pennsylvania State Militia
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Fortifications Bureau
Ornance Department
Message delayed until next Monday over Cuba crisis
The article reports a delay in sending a message to Congress about Cuba. President and senators discuss delaying to aid General Lee and other Americans, fearing harm to lives in Cuba. Officials note difficulty evacuating Americans and confirm continued congressional adjournment amid uncertainty.
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Cubans Reject Intervention Without U S Recognition
In New York on April 6 the Cuban provisional government through counsel Horatio Rubens declared that Cuba and its army would refuse any U S intervention unless Washington recognizes the Cuban republic. They warned that intervention without recognition would be rejected, and U S troops would be viewed as seizure.
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Apri
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Rubens
Calxut
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United States
Havana calm amid preparations for plot to ship Americans out
Havana April 6 temper here high from sun not fear. Businessmen and nervous ladies rush with preparations to leave city at moment�s notice. Mangrove and the harbor ships remain with no orders or departures. Congress news awaited but none expected until afternoon. Mounted police guard streets and palace as Spanish reports claim insurgents assassinated four in Pinar de Rio provinces.
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Queen Seeks Peace as Regent Shifts Crisis Handling
April 6. Queen regent takes direct control amid crisis, sidelining ministers and engaging with the United States minister General Stewart Woodrow. Talks with Germany and other powers intensify as America signals decisive action. Troops ready to move: the 17th United States Infantry poised for orders within ten minutes if directed.
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America
Spain
Coconnes
Seventeenth United States Infantry
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