McKinley attends Ohio launch as wife improves
In San Francisco on May 18 Mrs. McKinley’s condition has improved enough to permit the president to attend the launching of the battleship Ohio at 12:30 p.m. The event draws Govs Nash Geer Murphy and many officials. Miss Barber to press the button and Miss Deshler to christen the ship.
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New Canal Treaty Draft Reaches British Government
London reports a voluminous draft of Secretary Hay's Nicaragua canal treaty redrafted with extensive notations. Cabinet discussions await weeks of preliminary work. Panama route talks spark interest in Downing Street as US options loom.
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Breach at West Point Sparks Cadet Insurrection
Reports from West Point Military Academy describe a serious cadet mutiny amid stricter rules by Superintendent Colonel Mills. About 80 cadets, mostly upper classes, are confined, with possible court martials, while Adjutant General Corbin says he has no report of trouble.
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Our Force at Pekin Guards China Legation
Washington issues public instructions from General Chaffee detailing the Pekin legation guard. Major E B Robertson commands Company B Ninth Infantry with orders to defend the legation and American property only, and to fire if attacked. The guard may cooperate with other foreign troops if Chinese forces assault multiple legations.
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Leper Home Plan Sparks Jefferson Parish Clash
News from New Orleans reports the state leper board has secured a plantation site in Jefferson parish for a riverfront leper home, about 18 miles from the city. Residents protest to Gov Heard, threatening to use force if the project proceeds. The article also notes a separate cable from Admiral Remey about a voyage to Auckland.
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Heard
Brooklyn Invited to Auckland by Colonial Government
Melbourne news says the Brooklyn will depart for Auckland New Zealand at the invitation of the colonial government. Admiral Remey may stay longer or depart sooner depending on local arrangements. The report notes unspecified schedule and diplomatic context.
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Auckland
N. Z
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