15 Feb 1897
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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1897
Page
1
Reports from Havana recount General Weyler's strategy as Spain moves to pacify Cuba while attacks unfold on hospitals and Greek ships exchange fire with Turkish forces. The era's diplomacy and arbitration talks occupy Congress as domestic issues and appointments stream through the Senate.
Long stream of reports from Paris London and Athens detail Crete crisis with Greece sending troops to Crete for Christian protection while Turkish forces face pressure. Dispatches describe Greek naval movements and international mediation efforts amid rising tensions and rumors of potential military action.
February 14 dispatch reports Christian forces bombarding Canon Crete. Governor Velie George Hereviteh removed from office after Turkish fortress fire replies. Greek, Turkish, and foreign consuls aboard ships as Cannosa and MeraWilon scenes of near bloodshed and displacement unfold.
The insurgent movement in Crete, led by Nikolas Christodoulakis and Coumedourakis, demands independence from Turkish authority and aligns with Greek factions. The revolt traces lines from early revolts and cites past battles in Crete Phoxsaly and surrounding regions as proof of enduring resistance.
General Weyler asserts government orders must be obeyed as he outlines war aims and measures against rebels and speculators. He cites recent Cuban victories near Pinar del Rio and warns against insurgent moves while detailing troop movements and policy.
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