15 Jun 1897
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Newspaper
Houston Daily Post
Location
Houston, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1897
Page
1
Weather observers note scattered thunderstorms and showers spreading from Oklahoma to Montana. Forecasts predict varying winds, with thunderstorms likely in multiple regions and isolated severe activity possible in eastern zones.
A chaotic blaze in New York City shuts down streets and destroys multiple blocks. Firemen battled flames late at night while a series of explosions and collapse left several injured and two fires extinguished by dawn. A rapid mob panic followed the incident with people fleeing and authorities investigating the incendiary blaze.
Washington dispatch reports Judge Day denouncing a captain general letter and stating that if the state confirms the claim the rebels Rivera and Bapillon face execution. The minister in Madrid has received a note about insurgent leaders in Cuba facing death sentences.
Fragmentary OCR narrative documents a chaotic hearing with disputed assertions and scattered names. References include figures like Mr. Lacey and Mr. Henry amid a charged political context, with mentions of Havana, war talk, and a maritime incident involving the Marblehead and Dauntless.
The Sun reports a Havana cable describing Weyler’s agents pressuring the Spanish to suppress Cuban rebellion. It notes orders to execute pacification, and mentions a May 20 capture and the Spanish plan to concentrate forces around Havana to aid Weyler.
A dispatch from Hevane notes Spanish troops are returning to Spain at about 2000 men daily. The report mentions Gosna Hack and military actions involving soldiers described as Hetoroiug Sle and Wounded, with mentions of Locke Lumbers in New York dated June 1.
In Jamaica Kingstown June dispatches seized near Rio Buena tied to Cuban insurgents. Chief surgeon Vielé of the Cuban army commanded by Garcia arrived with eleven Cuban fighters, carrying orders tied to plans for shipments to New York. Jamaican officials reported the seizure.
In a heated session at an arkansas assembly on June 14 the group urged immediate belligerent rights for Cuba and called for sending warships to Havana. Resolutions were adopted and sent to President McKinley arguing Cuba should be granted belligerent status at once.
Fragmentary notice describes ill or wounded and a man dying during hospital to wharf transfer. It mentions Cuban forces, Picarta and Chint of Polloo Ar tubruk of Sin Nicolas, and Gomez and Maceo in 1898. Court martial and imprisonment references appear for Cabana fortress with prisoners shipped toward Africa.
The final ratification of the boundary treaty between Great Britain and Venezuela was exchanged at the State Department at 8 pm marking a new chapter in relations. Officials noted the ceremony as formal and binding, with delegations from both sides expressing mutual congratulations.
Readable text shows names like Claiborne, Grant, Sumner and multiple banks such as National Bank of Sle, Commercial National Bank of Houston, Farmer and Merchant National Bank. References Washington, D.C. figures and a national association context appear, suggesting a fragmented notice of banking and political notices in an old newspaper.
Knoxville Tennessee June 11 General J B Gordon commander of the United Confederate Veterans announces his resignation prompting protests from Confederate camps across the South. Veterans rally tonight vowing to oppose the resignation and insist Gordon not be allowed to resign.
Washington June 1 The Hawaii annexation treaty advances to the Senate after presidential action with expectations of passage. Officials note Japan’s stance pressures the issue and claim broad support in Congress despite diplomatic sensitivities.
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