Specter of the Maine disaster fuels war talk
The foreign relations committee debates using the Maine incident as a basis for a formal war declaration. Negotiations with Spain collapse as Madrid refuses Cuba independence, with Congress and the cabinet ready to act and the president set to address Congress next week.
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Maine Affair Sparks Talk of War Declaration
Washington reports say the destruction of the Maine has moved from diplomatic dispute to a potential war trigger as calls for vengeance against Spain grow. The Spanish insist the blast was an accident caused by its crew, while U S lawmakers accuse Madrid of evasion and push for force to free Cuba. An affidavit from John D. Bennett alleging Cuban involvement complicates the Maine inquiry. Reserves ordered out.
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Senate panel backs Cuban independence and US intervention
A Senate Foreign Relations subcommittee reports a plan to recognize Cuba’s independence and authorize US military intervention if Spain refuses. The report cites the Maine disaster and Cuban mistreatment as justifications and previews war as an option.
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Naval reserves ordered out and assembled on the Dale
Navy orders from Washington send the entire reserve force aboard the United States ship Dale Friday night. Men are summoned by special messengers and will eat and sleep aboard the Dale until further orders. Ready to enlist. Richmond Va April 2 Gov O Ferrall stated he would offer service if hostilities occurred. He served as a Confederate cavalry regiment commander. Paris April 2 The French arbitration society appeals to Gullon and John Sherman to place Cuban settlement in arbitration or friendly powers.
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Only a Miracle in Congress Over Cuba Crisis
Washington reports a belief in Congress to push Maine ahead of the Cuban issue as a casus belli while awaiting McKinley’s message. Cabinet discussions continue with no war decision, the president hopeful but not certain, and peace advocates pressed despite setbacks.
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U S. Weighs War as Spain Crisis Deepens Worldwide
Washington reports outline calls for enlistment to aid army and navy with pensions preserved. Hammond Packing Co ships 10,600 cases of canned meats to New York for sailors and soldiers. Navy adds auxiliary vessels, including Creole, colliers, and yachts, with St Paul and St Louis pressed for conversion. Lincoln-era calls echo as Cabinet meets and Senate debates naval expansion and Cuban crisis escalates toward war.
Bell Elected Permanent Chairman of Democratic County Central Committee
Joseph Bell was chosen as permanent chairman at a Friday evening meeting with no opposition. The vote signals a victory for Taggart and milder factions against the free silver element. Curtis spoke briefly after being ousted from roles as ex-city attorney and ex-county chairman.
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Weather and local notices from Indianapolis area
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity for 36 hours ending 8 p m April 3. Fair Saturday night and Sunday with 36 degrees at 7 pm and 45 degrees at noon Saturday. Also reports a burglary arrest at Cook street and a death in the same house, plus several local ads for lighting, oats, stomach relief, and harness services.
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Key West Dispatch Hears War Plans Shaken by Havana Moves
April reports say the Indiana left Key West for a trial cruise while Cincinnati and Castine possibly headed to Havana. Naval officers criticize delays that ruined war plans and fear Spain may reinforce Porto Rico, altering strategy and forcing rapid mobilization at American ports.
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Inaccurate Spanish flotilla report stirs Puerto Rico talk
Washington officials say no government confirmation of a Spanish torpedo flotilla report from Madrid. A cable message was delayed by authorities and a Porto Rico consul has not been notified. Officials consider the rumor part of Spain's militia movements and expect the flotilla possibly to arrive soon.
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