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Newspaper
Fairfield Tribune
Location
Fairfield, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1898
Page
1
A historical reflection asserts that Maine’s outrage must be avenged, notes war as a final option, and critiques postwar political sentiment. The piece argues that peaceful channels failed and recalls President's Monday message shaping Democratic confidence in forthcoming elections.
After weeks of waiting the president's second special message was sent to Congress last Monday and the general expression caused by it throughout the country is one of supreme disgust.
Coin Harvey lies at Chicago Presbyterian Hospital after a recent surgical operation. His condition has been described as critical by doctors.
The Tribune presents weeks of Champ Clarke's letters, offering insightful political commentary. Clarke is a Missouri Democrat and a prominent House member whose writings attract careful reader attention.
Democrats won most contests in municipal elections last week with Osage and Milwaukee voting Democratic, and party victories reported across the country in competitive races.
The president has shown weak vacillation on Spain and his party backs him only reluctantly. Seven in ten party members secretly condemn his approach while three openly oppose it.
A wartime declaration is an unpleasant duty yet necessary when social integrity collapses and peace remains distant. Men hesitate to act, but until minds are ready for peace, war stands as a final option for nations.
The Tribune prints a partial recap of recent laws with brief synopses. The feature helps readers grasp requirements though it does not quote full statutes, and will continue in the next issue.
The president asks Congress to authorize use of army and navy to enforce pacification in Cuba. The piece argues Congress should demand Spain withdraw from Cuba, indemnity for the Maine destruction, and Cuban independence, giving five days to accept or face military action.
Young Algernon Sartoris son of Nellie Grant Sartoris and grandson of Gen. U S Grant asks General Fitzhugh Lee to accept his service if war comes and Lee serves. Sartoris notes his grandmother wishes a Grant and a Lee to fight together. General Lee replies he will enlist if he himself goes to the field.
Washington correspondent notes the president’s message echoes McKinley. A Republican senator calls it a strong plea for the Spanish flag and an appropriation. He says the disgust and humiliation it caused are almost indescribable, yet unsurprising to those who know the president’s character.
The piece argues that Spain cannot delay a true armistice in Cuba without both sides agreeing. It says Cubans will not grant a ceasefire after immense sacrifices, and calls insurgent leaders to intensify efforts while urging Spain to withdraw if defeated, with U S support for liberty.
The Mt. Pleasant Free Press condemns pacifist appeals amid Maine insult and Spanish aggression. It warns China, a nation of four hundred million, now succumbing to European powers, lacks spirit and patriotism to defend its rights and resist aggression.
The Mail and Express lauds Fitzhugh Lee as patriot and diplomat after his Havana tenure. It praises his courage, tact, and conduct, noting his long service in a delicate post and the high regard awaiting him on return to the United States.
The city council rejected a $50,000 surety bond for the treasurer stating it only covers fidelity and honesty and not losses from negligence or bank failures. The Nonpareil notes past bonds protected against any loss and argues the bond should insure against all causes of loss.
Representatives from Great Britain Germany France Russia and Austria urged McKinley to avoid war over Spain. The president replied politely with a firm stance that Cuba's insufferable conditions must end. He praised the powers for humanitarian conduct and pressed for reciprocal recognition of U S aims. Since then his position has moderated again.
The president calls for army and navy aid to enforce peace in Cuba, a move viewed as a bluff by critics who doubt the administration would deploy force. William’s political stance amplifies skepticism.
The Chicago Chronicle argues there will be no war with Spain. It criticizes President McKinley for seeking authority to intervene in Cuba while lacking a clear wartime policy. It predicts Congress will defer to the executive and settle matters without actual war, leaving the Maine sailors unavenged.
The Burlington Hawkeye endorses the osteopathy bill noting it won’t injustice anyone and that osteopathic practitioners may not prescribe medicines or perform surgery. The piece argues for liberal views and cites constitutional ideas as a model for broader legislation.
Des Moines Leader notes Boston and Kansas praise Consul General Lee and discuss a possible presidential ticket role. The piece argues Lee’s potential candidacy signals end of sectional bitterness and honors his Union service and patriotism amid wartime fears.
A long compilation of 1890s Iowa house bills covers linseed oil adulteration controls, park and county officer rules, railroad safety couplers, public fund interest, school apportionments, and various county and city governance changes. It lists specific bills with names and dollar figures, including relief for agricultural societies, land purchases for the state college, and adjustments to tax and court procedures.
April session records of the Board of Supervisors detail the southwestern division of the C R K J P Railroad length 26.63 miles with an assessment of 7 740 per mile totaling 59 830. The executive council certificate for 1898 governs the apportionment and confirms Penneee at 7.73 miles.
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