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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1898
Page
6
The speaker warned that the United States might face responsibility for interest payments on up to 400 million dollars of Spanish bonds secured by Cuban revenues if the U S intervened in the Cuban war without recognizing Cuban independence. He noted the international law risk could fuel an international lawsuit.
Washington April 6 The delay in President's Cuba message splits Republicans between radicals and moderates. Some back the President after briefings, fearing war if Spain resists, while others plan caucuses and nose counting to pressure action. Democrats consider aligning with radicals if split persists.
The United Order of Pilgrim Fathers Supreme Colony met at Berkeley Hall with 500 members. After the secretary’s report, ex Governor Henry Hill urged a resolution demanding reparation from Spain for the Havana harbor disaster and the Maine. The group urged Congress to defend American dignity and flag, even by force if needed. Members. if killed, families receive funds. enlistment not a barrier. Officers elected include J S Taft, Henry Treadwell, James E Shepard, A V Bugby, John L Bates.
The Nezin scott, a tug converted to a miniature warship, departed New York for Key West to join Captain Sampson's fleet. The Gumboat Wheeling reached Nanaimo, B C, yesterday amid Navy Department vessel purchases.
Dermatologist John H. Woodbury of 11 Tremont Street Boston has studied skin for over 26 years and offers Woodbury facial soap facial cream facial powder and dental cream at 20 cents each.
New names announced for several ships aligning with future roles. Algonquin becomes Accomac while joining navy cooperation, Mayflower becomes Suwanee, Sovereign becomes Scorpion, Creole becomes Solace as a hospital ship, Diogenes becomes Topeka, unnamed torpedo boat becomes Manly in honor of Captain John Manly, coal transport Saturn retains its name.
Madrid April 6 Mrs Woodford wife of the United States minister left by the 8 o'clock train for Biarritz with her niece and Lt G L Dyer naval attache General Woodford bade them farewell at the station Considerable surprise at their departure in view of the settlement but Miss Woodford remains and it is explained that the others will soon return
The Washington Post summarizes plans for the president to seek immediate congressional authorization for intervention in Cuba. A cable from Havana urged delaying armed action until Americans can leave by the 10th. The message remains forceful and likely to mean war if Spain does not grant Cuban independence.
In Columbus the Ohio House debated Representative Swingle’s Cuban policy resolution. Bracken labeled McKinley cowardly and uncertain, with 10790 dead in Havana and Matanzas. General Wiley, though a friend, opposed approving the resolution and urged war if the Maine’s destruction justified it.
Paris stock activity shows a fresh break in Spanish fours with late rally and partial recovery after rumors of mediation. London notes stagnation ahead of President McKinley’s message. Madrid reports a decline with Spanish at 68.50.
Commodore Schley’s flying squadron will receive the San Francisco and the New Orleans en route from England, along with the newly purchased cruiser Diogenes and three or four torpedo boats. The department plans fast vessels for the squadron, except the Texas and Massachusetts for heavy fighting. The Mayflower may join as despatch boat and tender to the flagship.
Authoritative Navy Department word from London cites Spain’s Sagasta government and McKinley administration preparing for war with the United States. Spain has contracted for prompt delivery of 200000 stands of small arms from Vickers Sons & Maxim and ordered large quantities of munition for the weapons.
Authorities consider why so many weapons were acquired noting a stockpile to arm civilians in case of invasion. They compare to Spanish Mausers in Cuba and say current weapons would not be for rearmament. A rumored plan to equip Spain for an invasion is viewed as unlikely by officials.
The Cuban junta through counsel Horatio S. Rubens declares the Cuban army would refuse to cooperate with or resist American troops unless the United States recognizes Cuba's independence. Rubens adds a written statement saying the U S aim seems to be annexation, and the Cuban forces would welcome US aid to achieve independence.
Miss Clara Barton of the Red Cross Society with Dr. Egan passed through to Havana last evening aboard the Mascotte. She said her plans were not changed by the situation and her future course would be guided by developments. Red Cross workers remain in Cuba under her authority and she is returning to them. War could halt relief work, but workers would likely continue.
The Brooklyn flagship of the flying squadron tested eight inch guns at Fort Monroe on April 6 to assess the new elevating apparatus and turret shock. Commodore Schley and Captain Cook directed a satisfactory drill with the ship in prime fighting trim while noting no orders from Washington for New Orleans, San Francisco, or the Vesuvius.
Engineers under Colonel Robert start the Atlantic coast harbor mine project. Detachments from Willetts Point move to Portland Boston Charleston Hampton Roads Fort Wadsworth and Fort Hancock to lay cables and equipment for guided mines. The harbor will be fully mined in seven hours.
Washington April 5 The flying squadron now at Hampton Roads will proceed to St Thomas. Orders are in Commodore Schley’s hands awaiting final sailing orders. Cabled instructions will be found at St Thomas.
Chinists have worked day and night and repairs should finish by tomorrow. Orders issued at the navy yard direct the ram Katahdin to prepare for sea tomorrow morning. Destination undisclosed though Prov incetown Mass is mentioned as a possible position.
On the flagship New York in Key West the crew showed intense disappointment as a Madrid settlement bulletin changed plans. Expected to sail tomorrow for Havana or Porto Rico, officers fear Spain may gain time for naval movements while Swain’s forces remain. Cadet Engineer Castleman of Louisville is reassigned to the receiving ship Franklin.
Senator William V. Allen telegrams Lincoln officials offering to deploy all state troops in case of war with Spain. He states readiness to serve the country and defend national honor for Cuban liberty, sent from Washington.
Rome correspondent notes McKinley rejected an armistice with the Cubans saying it would not address the root of the matter, casting doubt on the Pope's mediation efforts.
Yokohama Times correspondent notes Japan is excited over Wei Hai Wei. Public support leans toward British occupation and an Anglo Japanese entente. Government faces financial limits but may yield to pressure as preparations move forward.
A letter from the Educational Department of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union urges Congress to seek freedom for Cuba through peace. It notes the duty to aid the oppressed while avoiding war, arguing diplomacy can honorably fulfill national obligations. Mary H. Hunt signs as National Superintendent.
The New York Merchants and Manufacturers Board of Trade adopted a resolution at its regular April meeting condemning Spain. The measure states that the committee on no further action should proceed, marking a unified stance by the organization.
The committee argues Spain caused the Maine loss and calls for a substantial indemnity and ample reparation. It also asserts Cuba should gain independence, to be secured by peace if possible but by force if necessary.
A New York AP staff correspondent in Havana reports eight American correspondents faced assassination threats and warnings. He notes calm under danger while hoping for a definite outcome, and cites Florida quarantine rules worsening hardships for Cubans with children fearing for their lives.
Madrid reports Sagasta’s Liberal newspaper condemns optimistic reports as fueling pessimism and notes a letter claiming the Pope would invite the Queen to grant a Cuban truce. The piece warns Spanish dignity suffers from covert maneuvers and calls for resolute action with no truces wanted.
Hope of peace with the United States strengthens as reports claim Cuba armistice bases are arranged. A royal decree announcing an armistice may appear in the Gazette tomorrow or Friday. The battleships Vizcaya and Almirante Oquendo await orders at Puerto Rico.
Three hundred men employed on the old Springfield rifles at the United States armory in Springfield were discharged at 4 o clock today on orders from Washington. The action affects workers at the armory, reflecting a broad personnel update from federal authorities.
In Washington on April 6 the foreign affairs committee questioned Admiral Irwin an explosives expert about the Maine explosion. He stated the mine could not have been placed without Spanish authorities knowing and gave his reasons for the negative conclusion.
Hamburg April 6 report says steamers Normannia and Columbia will soon sail to Southampton to be hired by the American Line if the United States government takes St. Paul and St. Louis as auxiliary cruisers.
Philadelphia April 6 report from League Island Navy Yard says the big monitor Miantonomoh will be assigned to a province town while awaiting repairs after a Friday machinery break during engine tests. A large force of men is handling the overhaul.
Chief Inspector Watts says the case remains unsolved after the killing of drug clerk Charles Tay Russell at Chapin's drug store near the United States Hotel. A tip from East Weymouth about a man matching the description led to a meal with John Keyes and a discussed crime article, but authorities remain hopeful yet doubtful of an arrest.
Providence report shows a sweeping Republican win with Governor Dyer leading in 77 of 105 districts. Early tallies place Dyer at 13,899 votes, Church 7,116, Reid 1,688, Lewis 1,211, with Providence districts still largely uncounted. legislature expected to favor Republicans and reelect United States Senator Nelson W. Aldrich.
The first hearing on locating the Boston Quincy and Fall River bicycle railway was held at Holbrook Town Hall. Selectmen led a large audience through a one hour discussion and, by rising, unanimously instructed themselves to grant the company’s request without condition. Moody Boynton spoke amid five minutes of applause, then the board ratified the decision.
An offer advertises a paper edition of Dr. Pierce's Common Sense Medical Adviser provided free for mailing costs of 21 one-cent stamps. Cloth binding adds extra price. Send requests to Dr. R. V. Pierce in Buffalo.
The Castilian Club of Back Bay will not hold an Isabella supper on Commonwealth Avenue on the 22d, anniversary of Queen Isabella, due to recent Spain US tensions. President Mrs Woolson says the move reflects patriotism and the club will seek a summer outdoor festival instead while maintaining respect for Spain and its Queen Regent.
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