22 Dec 1896
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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1896
Page
1
United States District Attorney Hoar hints at earlier shipboard crimes by Bram as key testimony from Cook Spencer unfolds. The Bram murder case in federal court nears a ruling with arguments over motive and the axe incident aboard a South American voyage.
The Standard Madrid telegraphs that Spain is satisfied with President Cleveland's message and Olney's stance on the Cameron resolution. The Spanish press tone toward the United States has cooled, and Weyler may intensify actions before March as Cleveland nears retirement. Military preparations are viewed cautiously amid budget limits.
The recount shows Alderman Mahoney gaining on Lee, with Mahoney netting 99 to 126 votes depending on figures. Ward 7 swing hits Lee. Precincts 1 3 show notable shifts while Duane and Cram stay close in the street commissioner contest. Lomasney presides as ballots are scrutinized and a minor ballot dispute occurs.
London dispatch reports Ambassador Bayard declining to critique Olney’s Cuba stance in official terms. He says Olney quoted the Constitution on executive war and appointment powers, cites US coast defenses, and doubts war with Spain, hoping issues are settled amicably.
The Young Men's Democratic Club of Massachusetts held its annual election and banquet with General Buckner among the speakers. Officers for 1897 were elected, led by President Henry W. Lamb and a 140 vote tally. Notable absences and a reception preceded the banquet, with a musical toast featuring classic songs.
A massed crowd forms at the National Bank of Illinois as creditors confront losses. E S Dreyer & Co. and Wasmansdorff & Heinemann close their doors, with Security Title & Trust Company named receiver. Officials warn real estate declines require careful handling to avoid bigger losses.
The Corresponden cia cites Admiral Beran ger and General Azcarraga confirming war plans if conflict with the United States occurs. The Heraldo reports a war ministry pamphlet for officers with maps of the United States and details on forts railways and military targets. It outlines attack methods and strategies to strike U S commercial ports.
The former Cuban filibustering steamer Laurada, which sailed from Palermo for Gibraltar to load for America, has returned to Messina. The vessel’s movements were noted at Laurada’s port on December 21.
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