View from London on Cuban crisis and Spain’s stance
London readers receive extracts from Spanish papers debating Cuba and the United States. Opinions condemn Spain but favor American demands for Cuba while warning against war. naval action and debt assumptions are discussed alongside sensational journalism and political maneuvering centered on Madrid and Washington. The piece notes how newspapers frame the Maine tragedy and the broader war mood, with tentative support for annexation ideas and fears of economic disruption.
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Navy Board Advances Plans for New Battleships and Depart mental Shifts
In Washington March 11 the naval affairs committee moved toward authorizing three new battleships and armor plate price discussions while a wartime reorganization proposal to create a southern military department faced cabinet scrutiny. The plan would shift Texa s headquarters from San Antonio to a new department including South Carolina Florida Alabama Louisiana and parts of Louisiana. General Merritt would command the new southern department possibly altering forces away from the Atlantic front. Meanwhile retired Navy officers faced questions about active duty eligibility amid possible war.
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Navy armor plate contracts and fortification orders
Provision authorizes the Secretary of the Navy to purchase armor plate by contract not exceeding 409 per ton with a proviso for used materials. Movements include establishing Atlantic coast fortifications, organizing new artillery regiments Nos. 6 and 7, and distributing batteries to Fort Slocum, Fort McVeagh, and related sites. Ambassadors and ministers discuss war avoidance and new commercial treaties.
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Baird Free Returns to Madera Open Office
Baird who led the Madera bank and faced collapse returned to Madera on parole from Folsom prison. He opened an office, supplied with funds, amid ongoing investigations into forged notes tied to the bank failure and a broader forgery scheme in the San Joaquin valley.
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Germany Says We Want War and Ruin of Spain Predicted
A European diplomatic note warns of a probable war between the United States and Spain as Spain’s agents are accused of heavy European purchases. Reports claim Spain sought to suppress the Cuban rebellion through arms and money, while American opinions diverge on Congress and war timing. The piece covers German and British reactions, Spain’s agents in Hamburg and Stettin, and broader tensions shaping potential conflict.
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Fishermen entangled by shark attack near Monterey
A paddle of five boats with seven Japanese fishermen two miles off Monterey was attacked by a large basking shark. The shark sank four boats and drowned two fishermen while others clung to debris and reached shore. Public notice mentions franchise proposals and a medical remedy ad fragment.
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Forty Men Perish in New York City Fire Tragedy
New York March 10 The Borery Wie tun era building at 10 Powers Street a 138 story structure housed about 900 ledgers and other items. Forty lodgers are reported to have died in the blaze many leaping from windows and some rescued after hours of battle by police and firemen. The fire raged through the upper floors as flames and smoke forced occupants to seek exits while crews fought to control it. Firemen reported at least ten dead in initial sweep with bodies found across floors one through five as the blaze consumed the building.
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Boundary Set for Sword Fight Scandal in Spain
A Spanish language newspaper reports a duel challenge sent by editor Correo The document appears printed with 13 words by the editor. Vengeful personal abuse targets Senator Mason calling him ignoble and cowardly. The senator accepts the challenge after review and a potential weapon is to be named. Also noted are federal river reservoir surveys and budget details for interior projects across many western states.
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War Preparations Snag U.S. Navy on New Cruisers
The Havana dispatch reports the U S Navy plans to add two Branian type cruisers built abroad. Officials say shipments will be channeled to the United States within a few weeks, with crews to follow. Engineers warn of shortages as ships are readied for wartime service.
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Cuban Crisis and Naval Buildup Reported March Developments
Dispatches describe Cuban policy talks and US naval movements amid tensions. Reports from Key West, Sagua, and Havana note consular activity, ship arrivals, and fuels supplies. U S torpedo boats Winslow and coal lighters reach fleet, with naval plans, armament details, and fortification bids discussed. A Spanish peace stance and Cuban independence talks surface, while military procurements for the Army and disappearing carriages projects proceed.
Senate Bills by the Score
A dense Senate debate note covers bills on naval testimony powers, territorial land acts, and pension increases for Mrs. Tyler, plus land and railway related measures, with motions and committee references amid party maneuvering and cross references to prior resolutions. The article also notes a House session with routine district business and a medical testimonial interlude.
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