Senate Passes National Defense Bill Amid Applause
In Washington on March 9 Senator Hale reported the defense measure passed in the Senate without debate. The roll showed seventy-six yeas with one dissenting vote as absent members were noted for aye. The president signaled approval and applause rippled through the chamber while remarks referenced Thurston and White in Nebraska and California respectively. A Senate inquiry into the Maine destruction was authorized, with naval affairs to lead the investigation and expenses covered from the contingent fund.
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Nebraska
Tourston
West
Missouri
Thurston
Havana
Perkins
California
White
New Stud
Maine
Uise
Havana Harbor
Committee On Naval Affairs
Davi
Minn
Che Tate
Carter's Private Papers Probed at Court Martial
In today's Carter court martial session Judge Advocate Bare drew focus away from private papers saying the secretary of war has custody, while presenting receipts showing Captain Carter purchased jewelry from Tiffany.
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Carter Courtuartial
Bare
Captain Carter
Secretary of War
Tiffany
Syrup of Figs praised as a gentle kidney and liver remedy
The advertisement touts Syrup of Figs as pleasant to taste and effective for cleansing the system, dispelling fevers and headaches, and curing habitual constipation. It claims gentle, prompt action and broad health benefits, selling in 50 cent bottles and available via reliable druggists nationwide. The California Fig Syrup Co lists San Francisco Louisville and New York as locations.
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Cal
Louisville
New York
Vast Defense Bill Moves In Congress Amid War Fears
March coverage describes packed galleries and urgent mood as Congress debates a $50,000,000 defense appropriation with items including $90,000,000 for naval vessels and related defense needs. Leaders clash briefly before a straight passage of the deficiency bill, signaling bipartisan resolve in a tense political climate. The Senate indicates quick, likely unanimous action on the broader defense measure. Senator Pasco notes related wartime port improvements in Washington.
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Spain
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Catton
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Sayers
Appropriations
House
Brarett
Mars
Cannon
Barrett
All Absorbing
Senate
District of Colom
Senate Committee On Appropriations
Spain Withdraws Demand to Recall Lee from Cuba
Spain withdraws its request for Consul General Lee’s recall, and officials deem the incident nearly closed. Minister Woodford’s communication framed the withdrawal as a nonbinding suggestion, with Madrid’s displeasure centered on Lee’s Cuba sympathy and his relations with unfriendly press. The U S stands by Lee, maintaining protection of citizens and interests in Havana.
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Spain
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Fit
Neen Los
Woelfont
Smal Lee
Geneval Lee
Senor de Lanne
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Madrid
Havana
United States
Cuba
du Bose
Alfonso XII Arrives at Mayans With Fifteen Hundred Aboard
Spanish ship Alfonso XIE of the line lands 1,409 soldiers at Havana after a harbor welcome of rockets bands and tugs. The arrival marks Spain pouring new regiments into the western world amid public spectacle and astonishment.
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Mayans
New York
Havana
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Herald
Fiavana
Cristobal Colon
Alfonso Xie
Spain
Action on Lee Approved Unanimous at Capitol
Congressmen Veale Mckinley back the presidents decision not to recall General Lee as debate centers on recalling one consul and delaying measures. Republicans seek steady support to uphold the country’s dignity while avoiding hasty or jingoistic action as diplomacy continues.
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Capitol
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House
Repolians
Devmel
Lee declines to leave in Spain amid Maine court case
General Fitzhugh Lee, US consul, says he will stay in Spain during the Maine court matter. He mentions his son Visitation and notes Mrs. Lee’s nerves. The coast survey steamer Bache will replace Fern near the Maine wreck as quarters for officers. The Fern sails north for supplies for reconcentrados.
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Marvel 7
Fitzhugh Lee
Genterdl
Spain
Hos Lie
United Rates
Lee
Coast Survey
Bache
Key Weat
Maine
Matriex
Sagas la Grande
Tos
Rifles For Florida Militia Shipped to Navy Units
Tallahassee March 9. The general has notified Washington that 150 rifles have been shipped to the naval unit at Jacksonville Tampa and Port It is reported that 1000 stands of improved army rifles are to be sent to the state troops if called out.
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Tallatassex
Washington
Jackumville
Tampa
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