President McKinley Cuba policy sparks war talk
The piece outlines President McKinley's Cuban program as he prepares a message to Congress for a possible war with Spain. It notes Spain's failures to reform Cuba, the potential for U S intervention, and divided opinions among advisers and friends about recognizing Cuban independence before any military action.
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European Mediation and Cuba Crisis Move in Washington
Washington dispatch outlines the two main Cuban questions the administration faces: a presidential message urging Cuban independence and Europe’s mediation push. Officials say the message will be sent midweek and the U S will accept mediation only if it leads to Cuban independence.
Doan's Kidney Pills Cited as Cure for Hereditary Kidney Trouble
Mrs. B. B. Mills of Boston reports lifelong kidney pain and urinary distress from hereditary disease. After using Doan's Kidney Pills from Curtis's drug store the pain and sediment vanished and urination returned to normal. She asserts the cure is certain and urges others to try the remedy. Sold by dealers for 50 cents. FosterMilburn Co. mail order.
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Cabinet Sees President's Message to Congress
The Cabinet met at 8 tonight and adjourned at 11:15 after reviewing the President’s forthcoming message. Secretary Long authorized the Post’s correspondent to announce that the message would be sent to Congress on Wednesday.
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Long
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Congress
United States Says Spain Negotiations Not Resumed
The White House authorized an official statement that negotiations with Spain have not been resumed. The reply sent to Madrid on April 4 8 p m was not made public and no action had yet been taken. The announcement followed submission of an AP cablegram to the President and Judge Day.
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Associated Press
Delayed Cuban report to be submitted by Wednesday
In the Senate executive session the Foreign Relations Committee discussed the Cuba report, now ready and likely to be submitted by Wednesday. Judge Day said the presidential message could not be sent before Wednesday, and consular correspondence would not accompany the message due to safety concerns amid Cuba unrest.
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Mediation Denied by Pope Is Not Offered to U S
Washington April 4 report denies the Pope has offered mediation between the United States and Spain. The government says it cannot accept foreign mediation and no offer has been made. It notes unofficial papal interest and influence at Madrid may shape Spain toward peace.
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Spain
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President McKinley denies papal mediation in Cuban incident
President McKinley told a leading Congressman there is no truth to reports of papal mediation in the Cuban affair and that he has no knowledge of such mediation. The remark was conveyed to a trusted administrator ally.
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McKinley
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Protest Against the Pope by New York Ministers
At the New York Baptist Ministers Conference a resolution was unanimously adopted opposing official government relations with the Pope though acknowledging his counsel to the church. A copy was sent to President McKinley.
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Pope Leo X Spain Cuba Peace Efforts Reported
The Vatican declines to publish communications with Madrid but confirms the pope asked Spain to suspend hostilities in Cuba. Osservatore Romano criticizes American demands as excessive while praising McKinley and American prudence to avert war. Italia notes possible mediation but questions U S acceptance of the pope as arbitrator.
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Submarine Mines Planted in Havana Harbor by Spain
Sylvester Scovel reports from Havana that forty floating mines were secretly planted in Havana Harbor last Wednesday night by the Spanish government. The spherical mines float about twenty four feet below the surface in two lines of twenty, each anchored to the bottom with detonation wires rising to the surface. The setup could paralyze large ships if triggered.
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Concentration of Fleet Moves Reported by Navy Department
Reports show ships being concentrated along the coast for potential hostilities. Monitors Terror Monadnock and unknown others arrived at Key West Newport News and Mare Island while vessels like the New Port Pancroft Mayflower Hudson Somers Saturn Josephine proceed to naval yards for conversion or duty with the flying squadron.
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Naval dispatch to Havana as tensions rise in Cuba crisis
Acting on Washington orders Captain Sampson sends the survey boat Bache from Tortugas to Havana to aid American citizens if riots erupt or war breaks out. The Blake was ordered but countermanded. the Fern remains at Havana with limited space as officers push for swift action.
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War Preparations and Movements at Key West Navy Yard
A semi wrecked vessel with 200 tons of coal aboard faces uncertain repairs as intense work in coaling and provisioning continues under Commandant Forsyth and Paymaster Mohun. March expenditures reached 132000 with 72000 for ammunition, ships received supplies, and actions shift as Detroit handles patrols and Mangrove heads to Havana amid Havana rumors.
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Postum Food Coffee Triumphs Over Liver Pain
An experimenter recalls pain in his liver easing after switching to Genuine Postum Food Coffee. He notes imitators failed, praising the red seal product for richer flavor and health benefits. He attributes improved digestion and energy to Postum and warns coffee worsens stomach and heart issues.
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France Denies Cambon Intermediary Role Report
A semi official denial rejects the claim that Jules Cambon, French ambassador to the United States, told Washington France would not intervene unless invited. The denial matters amid reports of note exchanges among European governments.
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Republicans Pressing on Foraker Intervention If Maine Blows Up
Washington officials report a conference of House and Senate Republicans on foreign affairs and foreign relations has postponed a planned Republican conference until Wednesday morning. If delays persist in sending the message, Republicans in both chambers may push action on the Foraker armed intervention resolution, citing the Maine disaster.
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Foraker
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Spain
Washington
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Exodus From Havana Shifts Maine Flag Remnants
In Havana on April 4 the U S flag from the Maine wreck was lowered by an officer and Fern’s crew. Wrecking tugs Underwriter and Merritt plus barges Chief and Sharp sail for American waters as the Maine’s jagged remains loom in the harbor. Dr Brunner’s office sees crowds awaiting vaccination amid exodus preparations for Mangrove and others.
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Ten More Ships Bought By Naval Board in 1890s Era
The naval auxiliary board announced the purchase of ten more ships to join the mosquito fleet. Vessels include the Kansas City Caracas Venezuela Sol Norte El Rio El Sud Jamestown Yorktown and Princess Anne, all armored and gun ready for coastal patrols and auxiliary fleet service.
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Claims Against Spain for War Casualties Filed in Washington
Claims totaling 316000000 for injury imprisonment stock loss and sugar plantation damage in Cuba have been filed with the State Department by US citizens in Cuba. The claims are indexed and sent to Minister Woodford in Madrid for adjudication by the Spanish government.
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Cuban independence war resolution to force Spanish withdrawal
Representative Suizer of New York introduces a joint resolution recognizing Cuban independence and demanding withdrawal of Spanish land and naval forces from Cuba. It directs the President to use U S land and naval forces if needed to enforce the resolution. It notes the battleship Maine was blown up in Havana harbor on February 15, 1898.
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President to present Cuba policy message to Congress
Washington April 4 The President has completed his Cuban message and will present it to Congress on Wednesday. Secretary Long said consular reports will go to the Senate foreign relations committee for private information and not be made public now. The cabinet approved the draft with minor verbal changes.
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Sagasta outlines Spain US talks on Cuba crisis and relief
Madrid April 4 premier Sagasta reports that in talks with the United States Spain favored diplomatic means on the Maine disaster and proposed technical expert arbitration if needed. He noted Spain sent 600000 for Cuban relief plus 1 000 000 from Mexican Spanish residents and allowed US relief without official status. He opposed a Cuban insurgent armistice and urged insurgents to seek one with US influence, while denying discussion of Cuban independence or sale. He said a memorandum was sent to European powers but no formal intervention request was made.
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Hoyt Resigns From Ninth Essex Seat Over Spain War
Haverhill Massachusetts April 4 State Representative F E H Hoyt of the Ninth Essex district handed his resignation to Speaker Bates. The move would take effect if the United States goes to war with Spain.
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F E. H. Hoyt
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Spain
Robbery Attempt After Slung Shot Attack at Harrison Ave Bake Shop
Two men surprised Miche vel Kasanof at 317 Harrison Avenue shortly after midnight and struck him with a slung shot. They tried to pry the cash register but fled empty handed after the owner was knocked unconscious. Police search ongoing for two 25 year old suspects described as 5'10" and 5'8" with dark clothing.
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Navy Expends Nearly Six Million on New War Vessels
Since emergency preparations began four weeks ago the navy has spent more than six million dollars on new war vessels torpedo boats yachts and tugs. This amount does not include the later costs to fit out arm and man the ships for service with auxiliary fleets.
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Spanish minister hints at leaving United States
The French ambassador in Washington has no instructions to act for Spain if Senor Polo y Bernabe withdraws. Inquiry confirms the Spanish minister plans to depart if his position becomes untenable and has arranged to retrieve his piano and organ from a local music house.
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Railroad Men Name at New England Association Dinner
The annual meeting and dinner of the New England Association of Railroad Superintendents was held last evening at the United States Hotel with fifteen members present. President Superintendent McAlpin of the Providence division of the New York New Haven Hartford railroad presided.
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