11 Apr 1898
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Newspaper
Cincinnati Commercial Tribune
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1898
Page
1
The nation’s stance remains unchanged as the President prepares to send a strong armistice oriented message to Congress. Cabinet divisions limited debate to Spain’s latest note while affirming no shift in policy toward Cuba independence and ongoing efforts to secure peace.
The article reports on ongoing discussions between the Spanish Minister and Cuban Junta spokesmen in New York and Washington about an armistice proposal. It notes the U S government has not endorsed any armistice action, while Cabinet members consider delaying to gauge effects. The piece cites sympathy for the United States and Navy and references public opinion and forthcoming explanations to Congress.
Consular reports to Congress depict widespread famine under Spain rule in Cuba. Letters say Blanco's orders left many starving while soldiers received most food, with families of seventeen left to endure a month’s rationless siege as relief failed.
The London Telegraph Madrid desk reports a dense Puerto del Sol crowd by 10 p.m. as police assemble near Hotel de Paris where the Civil Governor dines. The cry Viva Espana echoes through streets amid a tense demonstration over ministry contempt.
The report describes crowd dispersal tactics used by authorities with minimal force, guards assigned to the General Woodford residence and U S Legation, and officers sleeping in barracks. Minister Woodford held talks with Foreign Minister Galen, citing satisfaction with the security arrangement. Epoca notes dynastic opponents oppose the move but anticipate suppression by the Civil Governor.
The Hong Kong Daily Mail correspondent reports the American squadron has completed arrangements to sail at a moment’s notice. The cruiser Baltimore and revenue cutter Hugh McCulloch are expected tomorrow, and two British steamers Nanshan and Zafiro have been bought by the U.S. for transport. Consul Barker of Sagua la Grande sent a rifle wrapped in a consular flag to General Gothen.
A Gibraltar dispatch reports Spanish cruisers Cristobal Colón and Infanta Maria Teresa sail from Cadiz with six battalions of a thousand men each. The telegram says more troops will depart Cadiz aboard mail steamers in the coming days for Cuba.
Blanco received Madrid instructions to publish the edict granting armistice today and cabled Sagasta asking with whom negotiations should be carried on. Volunteers drill relentlessly and march through the streets shouting Viva Espana Viva Cuba Espanola.
London dispatches describe Madrid reaction to the armistice news with widespread dissatisfaction and protests. Newspapers, cafes, and military circles condemn the government as violating Spain's honor and risking the cabinet's future and national sovereignty.
Spain counts on Europe to back the government if the United States aids the insurrection. Madrid papers quote El Globo praising Europe's voice over Washington and El Liberal warning that Spain has yielded to Europe and opened a new crisis that may lead to broader negotiations.
Lee reaches Key West and proceeds via Tampa to Washington. He is jeered at Havana and vows that America’s flag will fly on Morro when we return. Clara Barton and all American consuls are praised as refugees return home.
The April 10 report from K Y West notes General Lee's Havana departure amid insults and hostility toward Americans. He faced a cold reception at the palace, exchanged formal addresses with Captain General Blanco, and left aboard the Fern after a parting note. Crowds jeered, and Lee vowed future naval honors to the Stars and Stripes if spurred to wartime action.
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