Compromise Probable in Cuban Resolution Pass Rule
Reports from Wasuinaros say a practical plan allows both Senate and House to pass a Cuban resolution in one day. The Foraker measure may replace existing resolutions, with the independence recognition clause divined by committee changes. A consumpone sitting might be held for final action before day’s end.
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Bitter divisive Cuban crisis grips Capitol committees
April 14 at Washington the foreign affairs committees in both chambers battled over Cuba policy. Radical and conservative factions pressed to push beyond the president, with options for immediate intervention and independence recognition. Committees prepared rival resolutions, steering toward a compromise to approve intervention while preserving a future government for Cuba.
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Naval Appropriations Bill: Senate Committee Report
The Senate Appropriations Committee completed consideration of the naval bill and reported it to the Senate. Amendments raise the aggregate appropriation by 8,268,000, bringing total to 644,277,658. Main increase reflects construction and machinery for new war and defense vessels.
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Senate Committee On Appropriations
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House
Life Threatened Consul Brice Flees Matanzas Mob
The Norwegian steamer Herman Wedul Jarleborg arrived from Matanzas carrying 13 passengers including United States Consul Brice, staff, and families who fled after three days of threats to their lives and property. The consul defended his post by aiding starving locals before withdrawing at 10 p.m. and boarding the steamer.
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Bound for Chickamauga Twenty-fifth Regiment Pass Through City
The Twenty-fifth Regiment with Rescheneilias Sr. Pavo and Taetison moved through the city en route to Chickamauga. Officers and their wives rode in a closed sleeper car while enlisted men filled spare cars and baggage wagons carried camp equipment.
Grosvenor Defends Policy Attack in the House
General Grosvenor of Ohio, as spokesman for the administration, clarified the president's message as seeking authority to use U S forces to establish Cuban independence from Spain on the island. The debate featured Leutz Hepburn Bailey and others accusing or defending the administration’s Cuba policy. a strong assertion by Grosvenor followed.
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Cuba
Impromptu Serenade Ends in Large Washington Demonstration
Consul General Fizdingh Lee received a massive welcome in Washington after his Havana return. A serenade at the Shoreham hotel drew thousands as the Marine Band played. General Low spoke of duty and national unity, urging resolve should war come.
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Confederate Veterans’ Association
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Low
Uno
Spanish Officials Leave Key West Over Threats
Spanish consul in Key West retires to Tampico amid threats to his life and unrest among local Spaniards. Reported to Spanish minister in Washington, the move is the first removal of a Spanish official in the United States due to present troubles. Minister Polo believes the situation offers a more hopeful turn and sees no immediate departure of the minister and his entourage.
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Prairie Fire Devastates Farm Region in South Dakota
A sweeping prairie fire driven by a high wind swept 20 miles south of the Kern and Doland area, destroying buildings, feed, grain, and other property across a broad swath. Farmers reported heavy losses and widespread damage to livestock and crops in the affected districts.
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Doland
Rebels in Philippine islands swell to ten thousand armed forces
Special dispatches from Madrid report that uprisings in the Philippines are growing and about 10,000 rebels are now under arms. In another note from New Report, Mass on April 14 about 8,100 workers returned to work, nearly double Monday’s count.
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Madrid
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Revenue measures and bond authorization under wartime plan
Washington reports a plan to raise over 100 million in new revenue for war funding. Taxes would grow with a $1 per barrel on beer, a bank stamp tax, 3 cents per pound on coffee, 10 cents per pound on tea, and tobacco taxes. It also authorizes 600 million in bonds to be sold at post offices, each bond 50 dollars, absorbing public funds. The cabinet calls the president’s message generally well received.
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Samuel French dies in London a noted American publisher
Samuel French, prominent American theatrical publisher, died Saturday in London. Meanwhile at a Mo textile mill, 16,000 workers returned to work after a strike. In Seymour Wisconsin Alfonso Eley fatally shot his wife then wounded himself in a quarrel. Lake Superior water levels worry ship owners amid reports of Mediterranean ants affecting the Great Lakes.
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WORK OF THE SPANISH BELIEVES BLANCO INNOCENT IN CUBA MATTER
Consul General Lee told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee that Spanish officials in Cuba may have known of a plot to destroy the vessel Many, while Blanco himself was not accused. He denied knowledge of a report of a diver finding evidence near Havana harbor as the ship lay there.
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Senate Committee On Foreign Relations
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No Diplomatic Move in Spanish Situation
In Washington April 14 the diplomatic phase of the Spanish situation remains in statu quo with no new negotiations or developments. Six great powers have agreed no further action is opportune while Congress considers the matter. The Cuban armistice is in effect. insurgent stance is unclear and hostilities may continue if they reject a simple solution.
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Means Independence Explained by Washington Senator
A Washington senator close to the administration argues that the president’s message omits direct mention of independence. He notes the line about securing a stable government capable of observing international obligations, asserting independence follows to avoid external duties. The senator contends the president used diplomatic language to refer to history and precedent rather than declaring independence.
Sagasta Says McKinley Message Seems Not Hostile
Senor Sagasta after a palace visit informed reporters that Madrid awaits the full text of President McKinley’s message before acting. He said the message appears not hostile toward Spain and that the government desires peace, noting Cuba’s armistice offers a path to that end. He added government members and General Woodford view the message as nonprovocative and expect progress toward peace.
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Woodford
Cuban War Discussion Spurs Three Resolutions in Senate
Nearly three hours of debate in the Senate centered on the Cuban question. Three resolutions were offered by Lindsay Wilson and Allen addressing U S actions with General Gomez, recognition of an independent Cuban republic, and steps to halt the conflict and establish stable government. Speakers including Porta Mason Batley Perrys and Butler argued over presidential war powers and policy toward Cuba.
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United States
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Batley
N.C
Ovations as General Lee arrives and is greeted at capital
A large crowd at Pennsylvania Station greeted Consul General Burghingh Lee on his arrival from Havana. He entered the State Department with Secretary Sherman and Assistant Secretary Day to cheers, then proceeded to the White House amid renewed ovations. The event drew unprecedented public display for Warrington.
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Havana
Pennsylvania Station
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Warships Sail for New York as Coal Is Taken On
April 14 report from Sioux Falls and San Francisco notes the U S warships San Francisco and New Orleans sailing for New York at o clock. They discharged 250 tons of coal at the port. The State Business Men's association at a recent meeting created the office of immigration commissioner to operate until the legislature provides for a permanent agency.
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