First Step Toward War Taken in Congress
The House passed a joint resolution for immediate armed intervention to secure a Cuba government by 322 to 19, signaling near war. Senate debate centers on recognizing Cuba and ordered action by Friday night. Foraker and Lodge push for quick recognition while Hoar seeks to block a vote this session.
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Congressional Move Toward War Over Cuban Crisis
The Senate faces a Friday night or Saturday vote on a Cuban resolution with overwhelming support from the Foreign Relations Committee. The House swiftly cut debate, advancing an amendment seen as a step to war, with a 322 to 19 vote in favor of hostilities while Republicans and Democrats largely align on armed intervention and recognition of the insurgent government. There were a few turbulent House moments as the process progressed.
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President to decide on war resolution over Cuba withdrawal
The text argues for a congressional war declaration over Cuba, noting the President would be compelled to demand Spain's withdrawal from Cuba. It suggests McKinley may prefer a milder approach but would not veto Senate or House resolutions, aiming to honor Congress’s war-declaration prerogative.
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Engravers Start Work on New War Bond Plates
Engravers in the Bureau of Engraving and Printing have begun work on the plates for the new war bonds authorized by Congress. The bonds will be issued as a popular loan to raise funds for the campaign.
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McKinley Signals Alignment With Congress Despite Pressure
A close presidential ally states that President McKinley will be satisfied with Congress as it acts on the Spanish-American controversy. The remark, made in Washington on April 13, comes amid continued debate over recent developments and reflects a cautious stance toward congressional measures.
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Senate Resolution Faces Question on Recognition Proposition
The article notes the form of resolution is problematic and may accept the House resolution. Senator Foraker believes the recognition proposition will be added to the majority resolutions and become the Senate’s sense.
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Will Buy Bonds Columbus Citizen Subscribes $50,000
Columbus reports an early pledge to the Spanish American War loan with a $50 000 bond subscription. Postmaster Center notes the government plans a popular issue through the Post Office. G Deshler signs the offer from Columbus Ohio dated April 13 1898.
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It Means War War Talks Spark Senate Arbitration
The April 13 Senate reading of the Foreign Relations Committee report on Spain is described as a de facto declaration of war. The language indicts duplicity and cruelty in the Spanish character and asserts that war has begun between the United States and Spain.
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Senators Clash Over Cuba Recognition and Foraker Speech
In Washington April 13 the Senate heard the Cuban independence debate with Foraker urging recognition of the insurgent government and Gomez’s forces, while a minority report urged full recognition of the Cuban Republic. The House chaos erupted as Bartlett and Brumm hurled a Congressional Record and fought briefly amid a crowded chamber.
House Votes for Intervention in Cuba Passes 322 to 9
The measure to intervene in Cuba passes the House by a wide margin after a brief debate. The president’s stance is endorsed and the action advances with strong bipartisan support. House members vote 322 to 9.
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