Debated Cuba policy as Senate backs Cuba independence
General Grosvenor leads a Senate clash over Cuba as Cockrell Hale and others spar on recognizing Cuba’s independence. The House later agreed to the conference report on Cuban resolutions and the independence pledge was referred to foreign relations.
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Conference Committee
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Kingdom OF Spain
Spain
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Hale
Traveling man shares health tips from Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets
Birmingham commercial traveler R W Wincherdon explains health risks of constant moving and credits Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets with curing his indigestion. He praises their vegetable essences pepsin fruit salts and Golden Seal and notes daily use since buying them on a train. He says they are convenient portable and sold by druggists for 50 cents.
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R. W. Wincherdon
Birmingham
Sunday News
Pittsburg
Philadelphia
Stuart
Congress Debate Over Cuban Resolutions Feud Escalates
Quote rich exchange shows Mr Hale and thirty four colleagues voting against Cuban resolutions. Senator from Maine and Mr Cockrell clash over tactics described as petty and unworthy of a lawyer in a justice's court.
Senate Vote Question Sparks Debate Over Conference Report
Mr Cannon asks if opposing a conference report equals opposing the measure. Mr Hale replies that it amounts to voting against the measure since adoption would make it law. Mr Spooner calls the scene a Democratic party play. The Senate adjourns at 4 6 p m.
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Cannon
Utah
Hale
Spooner
Senate
Mrs Davis explains private Cuba letter sparks uproar
Richmond dispatch reports Mrs Varina Davis defending a private letter to Edgar S Wilson in which she called the Cubans a miserable mulatto race and warned the South would bear war burdens with Spain while the North reaps benefits. Col J M Morgan released a supporting note stating the letter was private.
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Richmond
Varina
Jefferson) Davis
Edgar S. Wilson
Macon
Spain
J. M. Morgan
Confederate States Navy
Ultimatum to Spain Tied to Cuban Resolution
Washington reports the Cuban resolution will be signed with the ultimatum to Madrid, demanding Cuban evacuation and compliance within twenty four hours. War measures loom as Cabinet reviews timing, diplomacy, and potential blockade while predicting months of hostilities if Spain resists.
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Congress
United States
Cuba
Spain
Madrid
Requiem for Hayes Held by Knights in Woburn
A large Knights of Columbus gathering from several towns attended a memorial Requiem Mass for James R. Hayes late supreme knight and deceased Woburn Council brothers at St. Charles Church. Knights marched from K of C Hall led by District Deputy W F Kenney and State Treasurer Timothy Calnan. Rev. James J. Gilday preached.
Two Shooting Incidents In City Prompt Arrests
Samuel Marfey 39 is arrested by Station 1 officers on Medford Street for assault with a loaded revolver against John Palmer of 13 Thatchercourt. A shot fired at Palmer, unseen by him. Edward Brown 21, of 2 Piedmont Street, fled after shooting Robert Bibbs left thigh at 145 Pleasant Street. Bibbs treated by Dr. Daniels and walked home. Brown remains at large.
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Station 1
John Palmer
Thatchercourt
Medford Street
Palmer
Marfey
Robert Bibbs
Albion Street
Pleasant Street
Edward Brown
Piedmont Street
Brown
Bibbs
Daniels
Strout Notice Requests Attendance in Wisconsin April
In this city on April 19 Almon A Strout is named age unknown. References to Syegee ag Cece and 2ephen's or Potts land in Me Wisiones mention dates April 21 at 1 80. Friends are requested to attend without tur.
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Syegee
Potts Land
Wisiones
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Washington
War and Navy Departments
Atlantic
Gulf
Secretary of the Navy
Old Crow Rye Adopts Competitive Prices Across Dealers
S. S. Pierce Co. and all first class dealers offer Old Crow Rye at prices equal to ordinary brands due to higher sales. Buy only from reliable dealers.
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S. S. Pierce Co
Time limit for Spain ultimatum debated in Washington
Washington reports debate over whether to set a specific response time for Spain to the U S ultimatum as Congress weighs resolutions and war timing. Cabinet to meet again, Dingley says war should not start before week’s end, while Spaniards brace for conflict amid unrest and pride.
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Spain
Alredy
Congress
Dingley
House Committee On Ways and Means
House
Havana
Cortes
Sagasta
United States
Polo May Leave Today For Cuba War Looms In Washington
Spanish minister Senor Polo y Bernabe readies departure as Cuba resolutions await President McKinley signature. Archives move to French embassy, and Polo seeks passports or State Department protection amid looming war.
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United States
Madrid
Washington
Senor Polo
State Department
McKinley
England
Senor Polo Y Bernabe
Legation
Spanish legation staff to leave Washington for Spain
The legation staff will accompany the minister and return to Spain at the earliest moment. They may travel via Canada instead of New York, possibly taking an Atlantic liner from Halifax. The legation has been highly active all day with the minister up most of last night.
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Day
State Department
Legation
Spain
Canada
New York
Halifax
Spanish Minister Faces War After Cuban Resolution Passes
The Spanish minister, tired and anxious, fears all chance for peace has ended as the Cuban resolution passes. He notes the U S president may sign tomorrow and witnesses vandalism at the legation gate while avoiding official complaints.
House Adjourns After All-Night Sitting
After a long night in session members grew weary and a motion to adjourn was set for 1 23 p m Supremely the House adjourned at that time.
Cubans in Key West Celebrate Prospective Cuban Freedom
In Key West on April 19 Cuban residents celebrate with viva cries and parades. About 200 Cubans in a brass band procession serenade the hotel and pledge aid to the United States under President McKinley while expressing gratitude for American support.
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Key West
Fla
Cuba Libre
Spain
McKinley
United States
America
Cuba
J. S. Govin
Cuban Crisis Tension Grows as Nations Eye War
Diplomatic activity peaks as the United States and Spain edge toward war. Britain readies neutral forces in the West Indies while France and Germany vow neutrality. Rumors of a Cuban plebiscite fade as crowds celebrate Cuba libre and demonstrations increase.
Reed Signs and House Opens After Long Session
Washington April 19 The House met after an all night session with a desolate bustle as members arrived late. The Cuban resolutions were signed by Speaker and rushed to the Capitol. Mr Grosvenor explained his April 7 remark about war under the Republican administration and urged unity across parties for the national effort.
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Congress
White House
Reed
Hobart
Representative Hager
Iowa
Representative Overstreet
Indiana
McKinley
Spain
Washington
Dingley
Bailey
Grosvenor
Hager
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New York
House
President in cheerful mood amid strain at executive mansion
Washington April 19 President did not reach his office until 10 oclock. The executive mansion was quiet with few visitors. the President appeared cheerful in the Cabinet room, showing little sign of the months of strain he has endured.
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Washington
Executive Mansion
Tear-Stained Eyes At Chelsea Veterans Dinner
Old Com pany H First Massachusetts Infantry veterans from Chelsea recall Civil War days at the twenty-seventh annual dinner at Young's Hotel. Among speakers was Ex Mayor Fay who spoke of Cuba relief and Boston in 1861.
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Young's Hotel
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Cuba
Boston
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Samuel P. Tenney
Henry Wilson
Ames
Spain
Company H
Ready Outfought Fischer in Rochester Bout
Pat Ready of Washington clearly outfought Harry Fischer of Brooklyn tonight before the Ri enzi A. C. Rochester in a twenty round bout. They stayed on their feet to the end as Referee Tommy Dixon awarded the decision to Ready.
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Rochester
N. Y
Pat Ready
Washington
Harry Fischer
Brooklyn
Rienzi A. C
Tommy Dixon
Spanish Senate Shows Nation United Behind War Foes
Ministers meet to adjust the speech as Senor Sagasta appeals for unity and defends government action. Senor Silvera of the dissident Conservatives objects to a political program and vows support for national defense while noting accountability for future investigations.
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Senor Canovas del Castillo
Senate
Senor Sagasta
Spain
Maine
Woodford
Madrid
Spain's Fleet Ready for Cuba If War Declared
Spain says its fleet anchored at St Vincent Cape Verde Islanders will sail for Cuba at once if war is declared. The ships Cristobal Colon Infanta Maria Teresa torpedo boats Furor Terror Pluton Ariete Rayor and Azor are stripped for action and ready to sail on notice.
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Cape Verde Islanda
Cristobal Colon
Infanta Maria Teresa
Furor
Terror
Pluton
Ariete
Rayor
Azor
Cuba
Hibernians Banquet Honors Patriots Day Fete
The Hibernians AOH held a banquet last evening celebrating Patriots Day. More than 30 Hibernians attended the event which featured a literary program. Jerome C. Dolan presided and Martin C. McDonald acted as toastmaster.
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Meeting of Division 42 of A O H at Hanover Street
Division 42 AOH holds its annual celebration tonight at Hibernian Hall 63 Hanover Street with many prominent members expected and about fifty new members to be initiated during the event.
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Division 42
Hibernian Hall
Hanover Street
Progress Club Hoe Down Draws Large Costume Crowd
The Progress Club held a hoe down in its club room at 100 West Concord Street with about 100 attendees in picturesque costumes. Ol Heinfeld and M. Goldberg oversaw the event.
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Progress Club
Concord Street
Heinfeld
M. Goldberg
Young Men's Hebrew Dance Draws About 200 In Minot
The Young Men's Hebrew held a dance last evening in Minot with about 200 attendees.
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Minot Hak
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