Spanish Admiral Foresees Victory Over United States
In an interview published by El Telegrafo de Madrid Admiral Beranger asserts Spain can win a war with the United States. He cites Cuban harbor defenses with torpedoes, plans to deploy 190 torpedoes, and argues panic aboard American ships will trigger quick victory due to diverse crews and disciplined Spanish warships.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maprico
el Tlevaldo de Madrid
Admiral Beranger
United States
Cuban
Havana
Gienfregos
Venvilas
Santiazo de Cuba
Senor Canovas
Chacon
War talk dominates Senate with Cuba and Spain debate
Senators push for war actions in Cuba and against Spain. Limisay urges president to coordinate Cuban operations with Gomez. Mason calls for war. Allen of Nebraska cites a state of war with Spain. Pettus weighs authority to declare and prosecute war. House committee on stealing authorized if and enpress. Sevith of Michigan backs immediate armed intervention to establish a stake government in Cuba free and independent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Limisay
Gomez
Mason
Allen
Nebraska
Spain
United States
Cuba
Pettus
Alabama
Hause of Representatives
Hetae
Sevith
Michigan
Lee in Washington Arrives as Crowds Gather
Connell General arrived at the Capitol Tuesday afternoon with Amite Spon and Lee. A closed carriage was driven up the avenue followed by 109 bicyclists. The carriage belonged to the state department and Lee remained inside briefly with Sherman and Day for the White House. A large crowd waited at the faction as Bag arrived from the south.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lees
Flere
Bag
Resignation of Dr Griggs at New York Presbytery
A chaotic account states Dr Griggs resigned from the Presbyterian Church at a New York presbytery meeting. The document mentions a scandal in the Brigis case and notes the resignation letter and withdrawal from church duties amid turmoil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Brigis
New York
Triggs
Tr Driggs
Bayer
Laminas
Taal de Thae
Jad
Canse Degece Tey Dle
Financial Distress at Ford Dotve & Son Firm Reported
The article notes Nicholas Bergan appointed as receiver for Ford Dotve & Son, manufacturers of felt and plant supplies. Liabilities cited at 081 dollars. Elis plant located at Kintgeville is mentioned in relation to the failure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sviait
Tpis
Vlerkin
Nicholas Bergan
Succaiad AL AL Mills
Alford Dotve & Son
Elis
Kintgeville
Southern Cattle Growers Meeting Discusses Theft Concerns
The Southern Cattle Growers West meeting addressed cattle theft and the proposed incorporation of the Rae Soatlinen Cattle Growers Association. Delegates discussed organizing the spring roving and assigned tasks to the association’s officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teenna
Cole
Rae Soatlinen Cattle Growers
Association Meat Hare
Phillips Benntt Growing In Phil liping Rebellion Drive
Special dispatches from Mantrid report the rebellion drive is increasing with 16 000 rebels under arms. Trouble is feared in Minnesota as advices arrive on the developing situation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phillinine Benntt
Lexnox
Mantrid
Philliping
al Minnita
Alinseapolis Tragedy Reported Amid Financial Strife
A man identified as Jones, known as Pamberman, killed himself amid disputes over his wife and mounting debts. The article also notes a Union Pacific payment to the government and a restructuring committee's recent transaction funding the purchase money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Desse Jones
Ken Pamberman
Sida Laye
Union Pacific
York
Tinton Pacific
Unive Pacific
Zola’s Second Trial Set For May 23 At Versailles
The second trial of Emile Zola will begin May 23 in the Versailles assizes court after the elections. This timing avoids turning the affair into a political issue for the government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emile Zola
Assizes Court of Versailles
No-Cash Register Co Sues Tallwool Over Patent Claims
Cincinnati suit filed by No- Cash Register Company of Dayton seeks 260 dollars in heavy damages from Tallwool Cash Register Company of Columbus and officers. The charge centers on alleged conspiracy and false patent claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
No- Cash Register Company
Dayton
Tallwool Cash Register Company
Columbus
Ohio
Harrity Removal Move Tied to Democratic National Committee
Senator Jones, chairman of the Democratic National Committee, forwards letters and papers on removing W. F. Harrity of Pennsylvania from the DNC. Pennsylvania party leaders urged Harrity’s ouster for not aligning with the national party. Guffey was named as his successor. Votes from members are to be sent by mail, with decision delayed until all ballots arrive.
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Jones
Democratic National Committee
W. F. Harrity
Pennsylvania
Democratic Convention
Executive Committee
Marrity
Democratic Party of the
United States
Guffey
Bull Kills Two Lions in Amexico Fight
A crowd of five thousand witnessed a brutal arena event in Amexico where a bull killed two African lions in a Carnival style match. The first lion, starved and a former trainer victim, was gore struck and hurled fifteen feet. the second lion fought bravely before being gored and carried out dying as the governor halted the spectacle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amexico
Deserters Return to Duty on Vermont
Twenty five deserters from the ship Vermont’s prison are restored to duty after two years away. Reinstated under a Navy order, they will serve out their original terms. Victor Athizua, a Spaniard aboard the Dolphin and returned to Vermont, will be honorably discharged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eatlora
Vermont
Atosa
Secretary of the Navy
Serviee
Vieter Athizua
WIFE MURDERER TO HANG IN CHICAGO FIXED BY GOV INTERFERENCE REFUSAL
China Merry, condemned for wife murder in Chicago, faces execution after Gov. Tonter refuses to intervene again. Merry, awaiting the gallows on April 22, muttered that he would likely die and expressed a grim readiness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tonter
Gheis Merry
China Merry
Chicago
Tanner
Liscaae
Merry
Jaiobié
Hope for Gladstone as Hawarden trembles amid drought
A garbled wartime bulletin from Hawarden hints at optimism for Gladstone and concern for grain security. It mentions hope for relief, trains, and political strain amid affliction, with calls for safety and sanity in grim conditions.
Local Crime and Vigilante Sunken Claims
Willis County editor attacked on road trip from Grinnell to his dismays. A plan to hire bloodhounds for law enforcement is proposed by Barnes merchants, facing opposition. Two men lure Krider near Niles Michigan, assault and rob him in a barn. Jeremiah and John Ryan die in Elgin Illinois, temperance advocates. Tennessee killings linked to McGhee feud.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alen
Wilson Karider
Niles
Mich
Krider
Dallas Judge Reetor Dies at Home in Austin
United States District Judge John T. Reetor of the Northern District of Texas died at his Austin home Monday night after an inland tenure of two years and an era of service ending in tragedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Storm and hail strike Alhandhra causing fruit damage
A thunderstorm hit Alhandhra on Tuesday with hail accompanying it. The hailstorm damaged fruit buds, causing noticeable destruction to the local crops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alhandhra
Armistice Granted Spain Clarifies Terms to U S
The Spanish government informs Washington that the armistice proclaimed for Cuba is unconditional and grants liberal institutions for Cuba's future. The note repeats a Maine dispute offer to submit to maritime powers and says the armistice is a Spanish gesture to reassure U S public opinion. Quesada calls the move a trick aimed at making insurgents seem unreasonable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senor Solo
State Department
Spain
Bull
United States
Maine
Woodford
Senor Quesada
Junta
Hts
Gomer
Geil
Aries
Indiana woman proven legal heir to Robert Morris treasure
Mrs. Catherine Snyder of Warsaw Indiana has been proven the lawful heir of Robert Morris signer of the Declaration of Independence. She stands to claim a government loan plus interest reportedly totaling about seven million dollars. The claim follows her being proven the descendant of John Morris who died seventy years ago in Middletown Ohio.
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Indiana
Catherine Snyder
Warsaw
Jnd
Robert Morris
Morris
Afrs
Sinyder
John Morris
Habert
Midletown
Ohio
Tragic Chilkoot Avalanche Kills Dozens in Alaska
Reports from the Chilkoot area describe a deadly avalanche with six confirmed deaths and up to 149 unaccounted. Rescue efforts struggle as weather hampers recovery. Officials assess the disaster and warn of continuing hazards in the region.
Weekly Bank Statement Reveals Large Reserve Change
The New York weekly bank statement shows a rise in reserves and an increase in funds. Increases are noted in liquidity measures and overall available cash.
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New York
Commodity prices and grain market quotes from multiple cities
Market listings show bid ranges for cattle hogs and sheep across Indianapolis Cincinnati Detroit and New York with grain prices for wheat corn oats rye and butter. Prices span No 2 red wheat corn yellow No 2 white oats white and other grades with varying auction and shipping figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Learis
Castle
Cincinnati-Chittie
Detroit
New York
Ministerial Appointments Announced at Evangelical Conference
The evangelical conference near last week announced ministerial appointments across several Iowa districts. Cedar Rapids presiding elder appointments include Belle Plaine Blairstown Center Point and Des Moines district picks such as J I Stauffacher Afton H Urbino and William Forel. LeMars Ackley and Ackley Districts list multiple appointees including William Jonas F A Lehy Floyd and J Baden with numerous changes across towns and churches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
George Mullen
Belle Plaine
M. Evite
Blairstown
Presiding Elder
Afton
V. Urbino
Battle Creek
J. P. Garnion
Bridgewater
G. T. Herrick
Cole
J. MT. Bamford
Iowa Center
Charles Pickford
Correclonville
William Forel
Des Moines
B. WU. Neibel
Harlan
D. Busenberg
Knoxville
W. McCrea
Nodaway
Green Castle
Annual Declamatory Contest Held at Webster City
Northern Iowa students gathered in Webster City for the third annual declamatory meet on April 8. Judges announced winners across Dramatic and Humpergas classes with titles such as Micalieaus, The Iilet's Story, and Fle Dalathig soci ally. A Parkeaburg special train brought 400 visitors. participants and upperclassmen from twelve cities joined a parade and school-wide observance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Rows
Webster City
Northern
Iowa
Seliggis
Quraterigal Chiss
Ofhe Ferris
West Waterigs
Hogulus
Taupele
Caheols
Equal Suffragists Plan Campaign Amid Turmoil
The Equal Suffragists announce a campaign plan with national and local divisions. Key figures include Mrs. Adelada Haltard and Mrs. Carrie Kehia among state workers, and Mrs. Carve Lane Chapman Calt directing national efforts. A Nevada meeting followed by Anamosa events outlines press and disciplinary actions tied to a court martial over alleged defamatory language about President Meiney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fie Coungil
Equal Suffragiata
Bowa
Adelada Haltard
Ate
OW. Campbell
Carrie Kehia
Des Moines
Nevada
Anamosa
Miners End Strike After Wage Talks in Centerville District
About 250 coal miners in the Centerville district, including fifty mines, returned to work after operators raised the offer from 60 to 70 cents. The men had been idle since April and sought 80 cents but accepted a joint agreement. A United Mine Workers chapter formed locally as the district begins a broader organizing push. Robert Barkin, famed figure in a New York bank robbery case, pled guilty and faces a three and a half year sentence in federal penitentiary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Centerville
ALC
United Mine Workers of America
Robert Barkin
New York City
Pinkertons
Eoragdieity
Biden
Wissete Tenerd
Penitentiars
Ube
Local Farmer Reports Unusual Losses Near Creek Bridge
A resident named Borris captured seven underwalf whelps near his home about fifty yards from the new creek bridge. Farmers in the area report an unusually large number of ehekans of lafe disappearing recently.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Borris
New Creek Bridge
Lafe
Fatal Coal Gas Incident Hits Asplyxiation Couple
Thomas Boshar and his wife were found unconscious at Cedar Tapids last week due to coal gas escaping from a faulty appliance. Boshar died. his wife survived after being rescued and treated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reath
Thomas Boshar
Cedar Tapids
Mere Boshan
Charges Against a Sheriff in Johnson County Removal Proceeding
Johnson County officials seek Sheriff Welsh's removal after a prisoner escape in Cedar Rapids during transport to Ames. The petition cites habitual intoxication neglect of official duties and failure to keep a proper prisoner calendar and quarterly reports, with potential taxpayer impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson County
Dutcher
M. J. Wade
Iowa City
Welsh
James McDonough
Anamosga
Cedar Rapids
District Court
Board of Supervisors
Tribute to a Maine Victim in Memory of D T K Merritt
Memorial services were held in Red Oak for Darwin Merritt, assistant engineer of the battleship Maine. Out of town attendee ex-Congressman Bowmar of Council Bluffs. Grand Army post and militia present. speakers included Rev E C Moulton S McPherson Chief Justice Deemer and C E L Richards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. TK. Merritt
Red Oak
Darwin. Merritt
Maine
Bowmar
Corncil Bluffs
Merritt
Naval Academy
Grand Army Post
EC. Moulton
McPherson
Deemer
Supreme Court
C. EL Richards
Farm Sale and Local News Across Iowa Counties
The 169 acre Grandy County farm sold by GC L Vanderslip to D Mc Bain for 7000 dollars. J G Rice of Harmony sold sixty six hogs weighing 22 070 pounds. A Burlington Cedar Haylds & Northern yard worker Michael J Griffin was killed by a train in Cedar Rapids. A child Myrile Wilson perished near Milton after a frightful accident. A fire in Webster City caused damage and stated losses near 75000 dollars. Court and public notices include Sious City water works trustees and Garner court house plans.
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Grandy County
GC. L. Vanderslip
D. McBain
J.G Rice
Harmony
Judge Winslow
Burlington
Grand Jury
Michael J. Griffin
Chicago
Cedar Haylds & Northern
Cedar Stupids
Roastol
Myrile
Wilsor
Milton
Alma Dog
Bahlwynes
Teaas
Antal
Delaware County
Burinborg
Bremen
Otila
Jon Krarki
Sethe
Pella
Ai Audiiancer
Fartiera
Des Moines
Fira
Fora Fins
Ontira Finoa
District Court
J.P. Amlbua
Sious City
Farakah Dibuque
Districk
Attoraney
A. Mathews
FL E. Sanborn Company
Omaha
Tawa
Marshalltown
Seussims
T'arsea
Ania Tears Oy
Garner Cour Louse Committee
Garner
Sedgard
Sii Donisot Morning Side College
Sion City
Tuba
McKenasley
Con. Weyler
Webster City
Rabi
Levy
Benningtone
Searle
Dewey
Oskaloosa
Ida Grove Suniay
FE. M. Reer
Theed
Mr. Barber
Baptist Church
Prominent Iowa Board of Control Appointees Named
The Iowa Board of Control will be led by William Larrabee of Clermont as chairman, with L G Kinne of Des Blaines and John Cowmiec of Iowa County forming the three member body. Larrabee, governor 1886 to 1890, is a wealthy businessman with strong support for state institutions and charitable work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa Board of Control
Board of Control
William Larrabee
Clermont
L. G. Kinne
Des Blaines
John ©. Cowmiec
Iowa County
Larrabee
Iowa
Iowa Board of Control Appoints New Members to Six and Four Year Terms
Gov. Shaw accepts a warmly urged tender and appoints Cownie and Kinne to the state board of control. Cownie, a farmer and six year term member, leads state agricultural interests. Kinne, former supreme court judge, will serve a four year term as a Democrat. The board gains executive authority over thirteen penal reformative and charitable institutions and oversees three state institutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Towa
Fudge Kinne
Supreme Bench of
Iowa
New York
Ann Arbor
Ele
Bareen
Elade University
Board of Control
Puperrigieh
Ednessional
State Tuberalty
Agricultural College
Normal Belo
Total state appropriations exceed one million in late session
A transcription notes that the total approved by the late legislative session exceeds one million. It splits funds into war and emergency reserves, cites a 216 000 omnibus bill, and argues the true fiscal burden lies beyond extraordinary appropriations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruani
State House
Faas Aly
Wheat crop reports show higher sowing in north
The state crop service reports for the year indicate northern districts sowed twice as much wheat as last year at this time. Weather affected southern sowing with excessive moisture and unusual conditions in the upper counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tim Sage
State Crop Service
Bern
Minor Notes From The State News Roundup
Reports from 128 meteorological sda Lions to the central station. Crandall post office ordered discontinued. omni transfers to Fonda, Dros, Thowar DP. Davis, 42, director of Trighlaid Fark College, Des Moines, died at Garlinville. J W Sage to gather lightning loss statistics. County convention of women suffragists set for Oresen. Rev N W Burtnet accepts Baltimore call. Five boys break into hardware store. many knives stolen, later recovered. Two men quarrel at Last Creek. Nolan shoots Waters. Landlord-Reaction over rent. collectors to be hired. Child Charles Little swallowed tin tag. risk of death. Library proposition at Marshall Iowa passes with women voters. Donald Rixby injured after fall from beam in California. Tatedo suffers burglaries. Carl Taylor’s tailor shop hit for $260.
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Crandall
Omni
Fonda
Dros
Thowar
Davis
Sineat
Trighlaid Fark College
Des Moines
Garlinville
J. W. Sage
State Weather and Crop Bureau
Oresen
N. Wy. Burtnet
United Brethren Church
Marsentine
Baltimore
Aid
Mito
Nelan
Waters
Last Creek
Nolan
Ile Ball
Rockdale
Charles Little
Shemheld
Marshall
Iowa
Donald Rixby
Cushing
California
Tatedo
Carl Taylor
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