Mary Walker recalls Westward episode in Kansas City tale
Graphic reminiscence centered on Mary Walker recounts a late 19th century Kansas City incident where a doctor in a wig hat and a cane is escorted to a police station amid a crowd. The piece shifts to inserts on science, travel, and a parade of curious anecdotes from the era.
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State by state troop quota for the president's call
Washington April 27 The war department issued a state by state quota for troops under the presidential call. Iowa three regiments of infantry two light batteries Nebraska two regiments California two regiments infantry two battalions four heavy batteries etc. The telegram to governors explains regiments fed from state militias, needed equipment and muster readiness. Detalls by secretary of war Elgar follow.
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Bishop Burke Urges War Caution and Catholic Unity
In a sectarian discussion at the cathedral, Minibop Burke argues war with Spain is unnecessary and harms national character. He contends mediation could have settled disputes, urges Catholics to support their country, and notes internal church criticisms of wartime actions.
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Turkey
War Decree and Neutrality Notice Amid Cuban Crisis
The State Department issued a formal notice dated April 25 stating that the Spanish declaration of war and the Cuba independence act create a state of war with Spain. It informed ministers abroad to maintain neutrality and limit arming neutral vessels, noting the April 21 cut in diplomatic ties and the June 20 act declaring war.
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Old World figures speculate on Cuba and Spain
The interview with Signor Crispi expresses sharp critique of Spain and the Latin world, foresees Cuba becoming a republic postwar, warns Americans may push European colonies toward conflict, doubts a European concert will prevent crisis, and questions steps toward European intervention and peace.
Spanish admiral threatens to sail without reinforcement
Madrid reports the Spanish admiral at St Vincent warns he will sail without reinforcement unless he receives orders to meet the United States warships. The message reflects tensions amid the April 84 situation.
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War Revenue Bill Changes Noted In House Action
Washington April 27 The war revenue bill reporter says the house in day contains three changes from the bill as originally drafted An idea of a per cent in allowed on beer stored after passage of the act The telephone message tax is modified somewhat and is a hot on withera Waters
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Spanish Burning Towns Amid Cuban Conflict
A Spanish force concentrates in principal Cuban cities and burns interiors and plantations. The drama unfolds as fears rise of total devastation before American occupation. Reports from Kingston and Washington note volunteer responses and cabinet decisions on early captures and proclamations.
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The First Spanish Shots Fired at Torpedo East
Fragmented report describes a naval incident near Matan Libort Key on April 27 involving American forces engaging a telegraphic torpedo house. Details are garbled but reference to a Spanish attack and subsequent actions by crews are noted.
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Havana Yellow Fever and Smallpox Rise Amid War Turmoil
Reports from Havana describe rising yellow fever and the appearance of smallpox as Spanish forces plot torpedo attacks on American ships. Soldiers are scarce, prices surge, and authorities urge calm while war plans unfold at the harbor and surrounding towns.
Havana Faces Meat Shortage As Prices Soar
In New York on April 27 reports warn that beef supplies are exhausted in Havana with other essentials scarce. The note cites Mexican shipments anticipated but underscores widespread difficulty in obtaining basic goods and complying with new orders.
Spain appeals to force to defend national dignity
A Madrid dispatch dated April 27 reports Spain reluctantly turning to compelled action against United States pressure, citing oppression and the need to defend national dignity and historical prosperity. The message asserts Spain’s resolve amid ongoing tensions and references figures and places within the nation.
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Panama Prize Is Captured Near Havana By Mangrove
The Panama, 2,800 tons and richly laden for the Spanish army, was intercepted near Havana after a brief exchange with the Mangrove. The warship Tadinua joined as the Panama surrendered without battle, the crew transferring to the Key West as the United States gunboat Newport escorted the captured prize and other Cuban vessels to safety.
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Manila ahead in coast clash as US ships close in
Newey orders from Washington to capture or destroy Spanish ships near Manila. Aguinaldo sails from Singapore with 30,000 insurgents to join a land attack while American warships bombard Manila from the sea. The looming confrontation could begin within hours, possibly before Sunday.
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Spaniards abandon Trocha as insurgents gain ground
World correspondent reports Spanish forces abandon the Morro con trol line across Puerto Principe province, leaving Moron and marching toward Neuving. He notes monitoring by heliograph stations on Cayo Romara and claims President Marti and cabinet welcome American troop landing to end Spanish rule in Cuba.
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Proclamation Extends Spanish Shipping Permission to May First
The President by proclamation allows Spanish vessels in American waters until May 1 for departure and permits ongoing voyages if loaded before that date. Ships bound for the United States sailing before April 21 are exempt from capture and may discharge cargo. The search rights will respect neutral rights, with steamers interfered only on clear suspicion.
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Somers 15 Tied Up in Port by Neutrality Notice
In Falmouth England on April 27 the United Buiter torpedo bout Somers was ordered not to sail under neutrality rules. The Somers crew will be paid off as fires are quenched. One American and four Scandinavian sailors arrived from London to join the Somers, with customs warning them not to leave their housing.
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Cruisers Columbia and Minneapolis Sail at Night
The United States cruiser Columbia sailed this morning with destination unknown. The cruiser Minneapolis slipped out during the night, leaving Boston unaware of its destination. Both ships are shrouded in mystery as reports place their movements on April 26 and 27.
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Shenandoah Sighting Causes Doubt on Capture Legend
Cable dispatches report the Shenandoah sailing from Newport News April 13 toward Liverpool and sighted near Kinaila on the trials coast. The sighting counters earlier claims of its capture by Spain, easing concerns over its fate.
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Troops Arrive at Chickamauga Park in Camp Formation
April 27 Chickamauga National Park reports the Second Infantry regiment totaling 627 men under Colonel J. C. Hayes arriving from Montana and Fort Harrison. Units from Presidio, California and Fort Sans Houston are set to join within 24 hours as recruiting stations open in Chattanooga. Experts differ on timing of Cuba movement, with many predicting no action before autumn due to reorganization and Cuba weather.
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Enthusiastic Hampton Roads salute as Panther escorts Marines
On April 27 at Fort Monroe the flagship Brooklyn and the transport Panther with 400 Marines head toward Key West. Marines, sailors, and firemen cheer from decks as the Montgomery and Vicksburg join the escort, and all ships return the cheers. The Panther proceeds with strong convoy protection through Mine and Torpedo defenses, part of the Monquito fleet, toward Key West.
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Cubans Forcing the Fighting War News Note
Cuban insurgents push to the front as they force fighting while Spanish forces hasten troops into cities amid renewed hostilities reported by the Herald.
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Owner of the Jover protests over prewar capture claim
The owner of the Spanish steamer Miguel Jover claims its capture occurred before hostilities began, as a decree under neutral law is published in London. Reports from Manila and Hong Kong fear massacres as insurgents mass, while Madrid says Captain General Mancohina plans Havana operations. A U S steamer arrestee is imprisoned at Gov Fror’s inlet. Massachusetts Volunteers and artillery are deployed to Fort Warren amid celebration. cigars are distributed to soldiers.
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South Dakota Regiments Change and Rendezvous Shifts
South Dakota's quota altered from four cavalry troops to a single infantry regiment. Rendezvous points for state volunteers moved to Des Moines Iowa and Omaha Nebraska under Secretary direction. A ship report from Queenstown notes no sighting of a Paris or Spanish warship despite early signals.
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President McKinley Warns Congress on War With Spain
President McKinley asks Congress to declare war after Spain severed diplomatic ties over Cuba. He cites the 1898 resolutions and calls for a formal declaration of war to authorize U.S. military action against Spain.
Preparing the Declaration and Washington relations debate
April 26 reports show foreign relations and military committees meeting in Washington. The revenue bill will not be reported until tomorrow and is expected to pass later in the week. Military affairs committee approves army reorganization with a few amendments.
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Columbia bound for Newport and other late telegraph clues
A fragmentary report notes the U.S. cruiser Columbia bound for Newport amid scattered items from St Thomas to Florida. Additional mentions include a French cruiser heading to San Juan to protect French interests and curious local weather and agricultural notes from Washington and Oregon areas.
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Up-Gountry Weal and Wedding Tales From Far North
Anecdotal account describes a northern wedding journey by rail and sea with a bridal party, travel along New York and Pacific routes, and a postnuptial display. The piece mentions Banmire Brown, Margaret Mather, and other figures, mixing travel lore with dramatic sea and shore imagery and a reference to deep Pacific water and fishing.
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