Spain Seeks Peace Directly With United States
The Spanish government has asked for peace directly from President McKinley via French ambassador M Jules Chambon. The Madrid proposal asks to open negotiations for terms of peace, without specifying Cuba or other possessions, and without an armistice. The president will consult his cabinet before a final reply and possible further talks.
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Madrid cabinet discusses peace talks amid Puerto Rico issue
Madrid reports a cabinet meeting that ran late without a conclusion on peace. Senor Gamazo spoke at length while Senor Havasta denied official negotiations. Duke Almodovar de Rio said private talks have begun. Discussion also touched on the American landing in Porto Rico with no new Cuba or Philippines updates.
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Answer to Spain's Peace Terms Delayed Armistice
Washington reports the United States will condition any armistice on broad peace terms to be imposed on Spain. The president aims to press for a treaty and to keep military operations going until San Juan is fully invested. Military experts estimate about two weeks to secure Madrid's capitulation.
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Spain Could Seek Peace by Ceding Cuba Porto Rico
Washington dispatch reports McKinley would entertain peace negotiations if Spain relinquishes sovereignty over Cuba and Puerto Rico and agrees to U.S. influence over the Philippines. The French ambassador Viom Cambon carried terms, Madrid to consider, no comment yet.
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Spain’s War Ends Halted Odds Brighten Europe
European press hails Spain’s shift as a turning point and hopes peace may be within reach as the war moves toward possible conclusion. The mood across London and other capitals is one of renewed confidence in an eventual settlement.
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France and Spain engage in tentative peace talks
Paris reports that Spain sent peace proposals via M Cambon the French ambassador in Washington while Madrid denies official negotiations are under way. The note suggests informal groundwork precedes formal terms and a cessation of hostilities pending talks.
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