Plan for First Naval Battle Against Havana Circulated
Key West reports Capt. Sampson and officers have completed a naval campaign plan targeting Havana. Three monitors plus the New York, Iowa, and Indiana will lead a westward assault on batteries, with shore landings and a blockade forming the attack’s backbone.
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City Board Awards Public Improvement Contracts
The Board of war awarded contracts for cement walks on Ala hamast Street from Washington to Market, main sewer on Market from Pine to State, gravel roadways in alleys south of Michigan and Jefferson avenues, and a second alley south of Michigan, with multiple bidders and cents per square foot. New improvements include wooden block pavement on Noble Street and a local sewer on Sterling Street, plus assessments approved for several sewers. The council approved sale of the old dispensary property, track lowering by the Pennsylvania railroad, renaming Peru Avenue sections, new garbage receptacle rules, and adjourned to a boxing carnival. The Park Memorial tree association elected officers and urged a street tree care ordinance under the parks superintendent.
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Cure a Cold in One Day Laxative Bromo Quinine Ad
Promote Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets with 25 cent price and guarantee refunds if not effective. The genuine product bears L. B. Q. on each tablet. Also advertise Janes' Dustless Oats for horse feed.
Spain Faces Crisis as President Plans Congressional Push
A strong presidential message to Congress is prepared to be delivered Wednesday, signaling no apparent escape for Spain and a firm presentation of the administration’s position amid mounting tensions.
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McKinley Telegrams Congress Urged On Cuba War Move
Washington reports say President McKinley will send a message to Congress at noon Wednesday after a cabinet review. The document, described as a peak of diplomatic pressure, signals possible armed intervention to free Cuba and pressure Spain, while peace advocates and critics clash over strategy. Senate debates intensify with speakers blaming Spain for the Maine disaster and urging prompt action.
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Supreme Court Rules Tax on Insurance Policies Unjust
The supreme court, Tuesday, overruled the attorney general on rehearing, ruling against taxing insurance policies under existing laws. The decision may end the controversy though talks of appealing to the U S Supreme Court persist. Attorney A G Smith praised the ruling and hints at related cases involving bail and loan stock. Memorials for Judges Miller and Downey were ordered spread on the records after a bar committee prepared them. May 18 188? Jesse Zern named mayor of Penn. Orsen Durand’s succession disputed. Charities A Parsons chosen mayor May 12. Durand sought a restraining order and the council battle over term dates remains unresolved.
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Sigsbee Talks as Congress Debates Cuba War Move
In Washington on April 5 the House foreign affairs committee quizzed Capt. Sigsbee about the Maine explosion. He again suggested a submarine mine caused the blast and warned delay favors Spain. He did not accuse Spanish authorities of direct complicity but blamed subordinate officials and urged prompt U.S. action if better prepared. The panel adjourned without further witnesses.
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Ohio Valley bimetallic league opens in Tamlinson Hall
The two days convention in Tamlinson Hall opens Wednesday at 2 PM with President Reemelin of Cincinnati presiding. Notable speakers include ex Gov Matthews ex Congressman Fortine and A J Warner from the American Bimetallic Union. Evening speakers feature Col George Washington Thank Shively and George Fred Williams.
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Masons in Session at 76 S. Delawarest
The international executive committee of the stone masons union met Tuesday at 76 S. Delawarest. Members include Robert Ulbricht of St. Louis as president, George Jones of Pittsburg as secretary treasurer, and John Reichwein of Indianapolis as vice-president. The committee will likely stay through the week.
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Pittsburg
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Indianapolis
Paroled Manlove Freed After Seduction Conviction
Gov Mount granted clemency Tuesday freeing Earle Manlove of Covington who had been sent to prison for seduction. The case rested on uncertain evidence and the girl's father pressed for harsher punishment while Manlove offered to marry to make amends.
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Indianapolis Artillery Seeks 16 Vacancies After 24 New Recruits
The Famous Indianapolis light artillery regiment musters in 24 new men on Monday night and still has 16 vacancies to fill. An Easter greeting comes from Vandalia Pennsylvania line. The Board of Works approves two damage bills from broken bridges. A horse from Mrs Matzke's team at N Delaware street fell through a bridge hole causing $6 damage. another horse from Mick & Co. broke through a rotten board at Washington street, with $3.25 damage to harness and wagon.
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Best Harness for the Money Strawmyer & Nilius
Strawmyer and Nilius at 37 Monument Place offer a harness for the money. An advertorial note promotes safety of Aedtylene gas for country houses and stores as safer than coal oil, claiming fewer troubles in a house than a lamp. Includes C. H. Walcott, il Market St.
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Pope Receives McKinley Dispatch On US Spain Policy
Rome reports a telegram from President McKinley declining papal mediation while signaling support for Cuban independence and ending violence. The note stresses avoidance of war but alignment with national sentiment. Madrid notes mediation doubts. Britain reportedly refuses to join European mediation efforts.
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Spain Regrets False Report From Madrid
A Madrid telegram expressing regret was read at a cabinet meeting. The Spanish government disclaimed official responsibility for a dispatch claiming the United States asked the pope to mediate with Spain. The regret stemmed from the dispatch being allowed to go out.
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Weather forecast for Indianapolis 36 hours ending April 6
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity calls for cool fair weather Tuesday night and Wednesday with temperatures ranging from 22 at 7 a m to 81 at noon and 32 by 2 p m. A sharp temperature drop followed, with a 20 degree fall in seven hours and strong winds. The period includes a storm center lingering near Mississippi and moving northward, with reports of little frost and limited fruit damage expected.
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