Senators Debate Cuban Crisis and War Talk
In a noisy senate session Lee and Mills push Cuba-related warnings as talk of blockades and uS intervention grows. Turner and Turpie urge recognition of a Cuban republic while advocates argue for justice over revenge amid calls for wartime measures. House votes to authorize intervention, sending waves of patriotism through chambers. Recruiting station opened in St Louis for seamen and apprentices to bolster forces.
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New York
Skirmishes Reported in Cuba Despite Truce
From Havana April 14 the Spanish decree suspending hostilities is noted but several inconsequential skirmishes are reported in Santa Clara and Santiago de Cuba. Advices from Santiago say many families have chartered a British steamer to Jamaica to leave the island. Relations between the United States and Spain appear to be settling.
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Cuba
Santa Clara
Santiago de Cuba
Jamaica
United States
Spain
Crowds greet troops as Titnuls locals show patriotism
Naenvine Tennessee April 14 crowds pack streets and depot platforms as the 25th Infantry passes through Titnuls and nearby towns. Residents wave arms and shout approval, packing crowds so closely the train cannot move at Chickamauga that afternoon.
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Alwroon
Testimony on Havana harbor mines before Foreign Affairs panel
Testimony from the senate foreign relations committee discusses evidence of torpedo mines near Havana harbor by Moro Castle within the past two months. Lee claims his authority suggests mines might have existed before the Maine disaster, while denying prior knowledge of purchase abroad by Spanish authorities.
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Waaumetox
Senate Committee
United States
Cuba
Don Carlos Manifesto and War News From April 14
Don Carlos issues a manifesto pledging support from Carlists if Spain dives into war with the United States and promising volunteers to defend Spain's honor if the government fails to take action. Reports mention five Spanish warships at St John and Port Rico, a postponed Iroquois Club banquet due to the crisis, Cuban insurgents seeking to gauge Congress actions, a plan to activate the monitor Nan ticket for immediate service, and Fitzhugh Lee offering to return to Havana with 50,000 volunteers if authorized.
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Spain Warns It Will Not Evacuate Cuba If McKinley Acts
Madrid reports a Spanish cabinet minister says if the United States orders Cuba evacuation, Spain will immediately refuse and stand ready to face consequences. He argues the armistice confirms Spain's international stance and makes U S intervention harder without Spain becoming wrong.
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Swiss bid to mediate U S Spain rejected by council
In Berne on April 14 the national council proposed the bundesrat consider offering mediation between the United States and Spain. The suggestion was presented today and unanimously rejected by the bundesrat, ending any mediation plan.
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Will Move Troops From Arizona Forts to St Louis
The Santa Fe has arranged troop transport from western posts in Arizona. Two trains will depart Ash Forks tomorrow morning carrying about two hundred officers and men each. Initial destination is Jefferson Barracks, St. Louis, with a belief they may head to the Atlantic coast soon.
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Athiatic Coast
Senate Action Sparks GOP Move on Conference Delay Fears
In Waswinetos on April 14 some Republicans organize to press for accepting secure resolutions when they pass the Senate. They fear conference sessions may be used to stall and delay action once sent to the House.
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Government Buys Big Steamship for War Needs
Washington April 14 The secretary of the navy today purchased the steamship Venezuela from the American Steamship Company as part of ongoing plans to bolster trans Atlantic liner capacity for war needs. negotiations for additional ships to serve Paris and New York routes continue.
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PRESIDENT WILL VETO CUBAN INDEPENDENCE RECOGNITION
Wanxeton April 14 The president has decided to veto the Cuban resolutions if they acknowledge Cuban Independence. He stated this today to visiting senators as Key West anxieties rise over possible moves on the international chessboard amid expected Spanish reactions and potential war. The Cuba insurgents report no armistice moves and Spanish forces hold their arms as talks shift toward maintenance and regrouping in inaccessible sectors.
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War Talk: United States Moves Toward Cuba Intervention
April 14 report outlines immediate armed intervention to drive Spain from Cuba and establish a stable government. Senate resolutions, naval plans, and troop movements are described, with routes to Santiago and Havana considered and a 48 hour practice cruise cited. Officials discuss landing objectives and cooperation with a Cuban government.
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Isna
Weyler Emerges as Saviour in Opposition Drive
The opposition press touts Weyler as the savior of national honor to lead the revolution. Weyler arrived today, reportedly invited by the government, and foresees a possible war with the United States. He was greeted at the station by General Prat in full uniform amid many supporters.
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Bateus
Mapai
Weyler
United States
War Innevitable Maparo April 14 Dispatches Abroad
War seems inevitable as Spanish panels protest against Odiong blame for the Maine loss. Washington dispatches stir Spain. cabinet council with queen regent presiding. Spain rushed to secure munitions of war. Britain urged joint action by six powers. Havana reports quiet as hostilities suspend. McKinley’s message to Congress discussed. Dynamite car passes Austin for Galveston harbor. Long withholds naval news. Jamaica colonial authorities treat contraband rules pending instructions.
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Guba
Havana
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Congress
Austin
Tex
Galveston
Wasameton
Kinceron
Jamaica
Means War Forces Recall of Spanish Minister
Washington reports Spanish Minister Polo is ordered to depart immediately as Madrid directs him to leave. The French ambassador will handle Spain's interests, signaling strained relations and the chance of war. France watches developments as the severing of diplomatic ties escalates tensions.
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Waauington
Polo
Madrid
Spain
Senate Bills Introduced On Army Reorganization
Senators Proctor and Sewall introduce bills to reorganize the U S Army into two cavalry regiments seven artillery regiments a engineers battalion and two infantry regiments The peace strength is 40000 with wartime expansion for infantry units Senator Thurston seeks a permanent annual appropriation of 1500000 to boost national guard efficiency and 300000 for naval reserve improvements
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Proctor and
Sewall
Army of the
United States
Thurston
National Guard
Naval Reserve
Spanish armored cruisers Cristobal Colon arrive at port
The Spanish armored cruisers Cristobal Colon and Maria Teresa arrived here on April 14 as a torpedo flotilla operates nearby in these waters.
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Cristobal Colon
Maria Teresa
Very Fast Voting at First District Convention
A special from Lorton Kansas notes Nangas Crow reports in Nangas Crow Mo on April 14 that the First District Convention opened with a first ballot at the W42nd. Bailey led with 27, Broderick 26, Walker 11. Delegates grew uneasy as roll calls continued. 100 ballots were cast in 35 minutes with no change, prompting a recess until 2 PM.
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Lorton
Kansas
Bailey
Broderick
Walker
Self-Confessed Butcher Aims To Expose Weyler Mines
New York telegram claims Gen. Lee will present documents to President McKinley proving Weyler placed mines in Havana harbor to destroy any American warship. The papers reportedly include original, attested documents showing Weyler’s alleged boast to blow out Yankee ships and to mine every anchorage in the harbor.
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New York Evening Telegram
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McKinley
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Wheat high in Chicago hits new May contract record
Chicago April 14 May wheat prices surged to 1 1 4 dollars at the close, marking a new high as trading remained brisk across all deliveries. In Wasnixeron on April 41 the president nominated William J French to be receiver of public moneys at Alva.
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Protest over Shamrock wear trims Pilkington’s sentence
London correspondent reports that a protest over Naval Seaman Pilkington wearing a shamrock on St Patrick’s Day led to a reduction of his punishment. Originally 15 days in a cell and loss of good conduct badge, sentence cut to 10 days. other penalties canceled. Mention vows Irish sailors have earned relief and public reproach of official tyranny.
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London Sa
Willistin
House of Continens
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London
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England
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New Canceling Ink for Post Office Department
The Post Office Department introduces a new canceling ink claimed superior to the old. Officials say it does not dry on pads or clog stamping machines and it penetrates stamp fibers so erasure would ruin the stamp surface. The ink is expected to deter stamp washing and reuse, saving government funds.
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Patriots Volunteering and Army Mobilization Urged
In Washington the public shows a strong surge of patriotism with offers of 1,400,000 volunteers to defend Cuban independence and punish Spain for the Maine tragedy. General Miles urges immediate army mobilization, recommending full deployment to Chickamauga Park and urgent action by the War Department to mobilize infantry regiments in the West and North District.
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Markets by Wire Kansas City Grain and Livestock Report
Kansas City markets show mixed grain prices with No. 2 and No. 4 samples active, higher oats and corn, fresh eggs and fancy Ben Davis noted. Cattle receipts firm near 60 head with Texas feeders and native cattle steady. hogs steady with hog prices around 0.70 from Midwest listings. Chicago grain shows No 2 red cash around 1.50, May wheat at 4.11. Live stock in Chicago opens strong but turns weak with hog and cattle receipts near 15,000 and 10,000 respectively. Market tone overall relies on steady to mixed signals across grains and livestock.
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Ted
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Tome Brekens Excuraio Topointe in Arkanase Arizons
In the Indian Territory and neighboring states Abe ahams is listed with first and third Tuesdays in January February March and April. The note references firms Firat and Texas and mentions January through April dates amid regional listings.
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Texas
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Desirable Building Lots in South Lawrence Area
Good lots on Ohio Street and Vermont Street praised as choicest town locations. South Lawrence lots cheaper than acre plots, near the university and transport links, with fine site for residence or business use.
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