Opening of Cuba’s First Autonomous Congress
Captain-General Blanco opened Cuba’s first congress under autonomous rule amid ceremony. He warned that U S interference must end by July 1 while praising reforms. The event featured military displays, cheers, flower tosses, and deputies sworn in to honor Spain.
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Blanco
United States
Spain
America
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Riola
San Ignacio
Teniente
Rey
Mercades
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Hall of Congress
Jose del Cueto
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Ericsson Missing After Terrific Gale Near Miami
An Evening Sun dispatch from Miami reports the torpedo boat Ericsson has been missing since Saturday and is feared sunk. The vessel, under Lieutenant N. R. Usher, ran short of coal and was not sighted by Admiral Sampson’s squadron after a severe gale. Ensign L. A. Bostwick and Passed Assistant Engineer O. W. Koester are listed among the other officers.
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Evening Sun
Miami
Fla
Ericsson
Admiral Sampson
N. R. Usher
L. A. Bostwick
O. W. Koester
Stout Men and Special Sizes in Clothing Trade
It costs money to be enterprising in the clothing business and we will not let ink hinder growth. Special sizes for stout and extra stout men are available with ready made and made to measure options. Hundreds of piece goods and practical cutters ensure fair prices and best goods in hats and furnishings.
McManus and Cox Clothiers at Washington and Beach
McManus and Cox, clothiers and outfitters, operate at the corner of Washington Street and Beach Street, offering a range of garments and accessories. The store serves local customers with men’s and women’s apparel, along with tailoring services.
Old Glory Taken Down in Waltham Factory
May 5 in Waltham, workers at the American watch works were told to remove all flags from rooms after insurance inspectors objected. At the war declaration, over 2000 flags were displayed across departments.
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Waltham Watch Factory
Waltham
American Watch Factory
Miss Brewster Verdict Not Guilty by Insanity
The Montpelier jury ruled Mildred Brewster not guilty by reason of insanity after finding she killed Anna Wheeler. She is likely to be committed to Waterbury Asylum.
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Anna Wheeler
Montpelier
Mildred Brewster
Waterbury
Rioting in Spain and Queen Sanctions War News
Madrid May 5 The Queen Regent presided at a Cabinet council as Sagasta outlined the war situation and announced the safe arrival at Porto Rico of the Alfonso XIII with troops and cargo. The cabinet also discussed finances to preserve order after disturbances and warned that powers face a perilous late nineteenth century end.
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Madrid
Senor Sagasta
Porto Rico
Transatlantic Company
Alfonso XIII
Spain Ban on Food Exports Sparks Widespread Riots
In Madrid and across Spain food shortages trigger clashes with civil guards and looting. Barcelona sees a bank run as Cortes bills aim to curb exports and ease scarcity. In Murcia a miner mob of about 800 attacked rail facilities near Cartagena, with several wounded as troops halted the march.
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Madrid
Barcelona
Spain
Murcia
Cartagena
Camara to Hoist Flag on Pelayo at Cadiz
Admiral Camara will take command of the Spanish reserve squadron at Cadiz and hoist his flag on the battleship Pelayo tomorrow. The appointment is praised by Spanish naval men.
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Madrid
Camara
Cadiz
Spain
Salisbury speech sparks Indignation in Madrid commentary
The Imparcial notes that Marquis of Salisbury in London denounced "might is right" and warned that powerful nations use ironclads like bandits with knives. The Madrid paper contrasts strong and weak nations, urging justice.
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Imparcial
Marquis of Salisbury
Primrose League
London
Lord Salisbury
Return of Cape Verde squadron may force Cadiz retreat
Paris staff of the Daily Mail reports lack of ammunition for the Cadiz fleet delays the Cape Verde squadron’s sailing and will likely drive the latter back to Cadiz.
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Paris
Cape Verde
London
Daily Mail
Cadiz
Fire at Indian Head magazines sparks spy suspicion
News from Baltimore reports an incendiary fire last Tuesday night destroyed a large wood pile near the Indian Head proving grounds on the Potomac twenty five miles below Washington. Authorities suspect a spy for the Spanish government and note suspicious characters in the area.
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Baltimore
Indian Head Proving Grounds
Potomac River
Washington
Spaniards Concentrating in Cuban Ports
Kingston dispatch reports Spanish troops massing in Cuba’s seaports in anticipation of invasion, abandoning the interior to Cuban forces as of May 6.
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London
Daily Chronicle
Kingston
Jam
Cuba
MISS ROCKS RECITAL AT STEINERT HALL DEBUT
Nellie Frances Rock gave a pianoforte recital at Steinert Hall last evening before a friendly audience. The debutante’s first public appearance showed pleasing musical expression and high conception in Gluck Sgambati and Rubinstein, with more uncertain technique in Bach and Chopin. Her undeniable talent promises future performances to watch.
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Nellie Frances Rock
Steinert Hall
Miss Rock
Rubinstein
Chopin
Thyng Son Killed by Cars in Burgettstown
John H. Thyng of Exeter learns his son Fred L. Thyng age 31 was killed by trains in Burgettstown Pennsylvania his body found between tracks He was a brass worker who had worked in Boston and several Western cities.
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N. H
John H. Thyng
Fred L. Thyng
Burgettstown
Penn
Boston
Frying Pan Cited as Principal Source of Crime
An authority on cookery asserts the belief that the frying pan is the most fruitful source of crime in America. Whether justified or not, the remark emphasizes the wretched effects of indigestion and the relief found in careful cooking and eating.
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America
Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey Promoted as Medicinal Aid
The advertisement touts Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as a sound stimulant for medicinal and family use. It claims it aids an overloaded stomach and compares it to an extra horse helping a team up a steep hill.
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Duffy’s
Boston Senate delays and city bills in flux
The Boston aldermanic bill is held up in the Senate until Monday while a Copley square height limit bill is substituted for the House measure. The Malden bridge bill died in the House saving $250,000, and a Cotton situation report hints at no new legislation. The Mayor's board of apportionment bill advances to engrossment amid centralization debates.
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Brigham c
Middlesex
Rourke
Suffolk
Messrs. Flynn
Gallivan
Mahoney
Shaw
Parsons
Quirk
Williams
Norfolk
Towle
Putnam
Harvard Ready Elects Officers for Military Companies
Harvard plans four to five full drill-ready companies as new officers are elected for classes of 99 and 1901. Officers named include Captain H F Wolff and Captain B Bass. Company A elects Captain B Bass, Company B elects Captain P E Coyle, while the 98 company postpones elections. Bayonets and accoutrements arrived from Rock Island. suits awaited.
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H. F. Wolff
Linutenant
H. M. Huxley
M. Stearns
A. J. Smith
R. M. Brownell
98 Company
Rock Island Arsenal
Griffo Held to Answer Manslaughter Charge
Griffo, the Australian boxer, was held by Justice Henry in Sacramento to answer manslaughter for the death of Joe Devitt alias Bull McCarthy at the Sacramento Athletic Club entertainment last week. Griffo’s seconds were discharged from custody.
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Sacramento
Cal
Griffo
Henry
Joe Devitt
Bull McCarthy
Sacramento Athletic Club
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