Markets and Live Stock Reports From April 20
Market and livestock news from Kansas City and Chicago notes steady to higher trends. Cattle receipts, cow and heifer prices, and feeder bids are listed with implement-specific figures for dairy, beef, and sheep. Grain and produce prices show mixed movements with corn, wheat, oats, and soy indicators, including apples and potatoes in the market roundups.
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Chicago
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Ultimatum to Spain Demands Cuba Evacuation by Saturday
Washington reports the United States delivering a joint congressional resolution and an ultimatum to Spain. President McKinley signed the measures, demanding Spain withdraw its forces from Cuban waters and issue a satisfactory reply by Saturday noon, or U.S. military action follows. Spanish Minister Los Porto de Sanante requests passports, and Day oversees the dispatch of the ultimatum to Madrid.
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Spain
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State Department
White House
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Day
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Charles Emory Smith
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Cte
Congress of the United States of America
Washington
John Sherman
United State] of America
War Threatens Cuban Ports As Ultimatum Looms
A dispatch from Washington reports a looming ultimatum to Cuba with plans for immediate war preparations. The proposed next steps include naval blockades, occupation forces, and a demand for unconditional surrender, followed by bombardment if refused. Uncertainty remains on whether the deadline is Saturday noon or midnight.
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Spain
Cubsan
Wasuixerox
Spanish minister withdrawal and Madrid posting changes
The Spanish minister and staff will depart Washington at 7 pm. Assistant Secretary Day ordered immediate forwarding to Madrid. Woodford will be retained in Madrid unless Spain responds, with a full withdrawal planned by Saturday if necessary. French and Austrian ambassadors will handle Spain's interests. vandalism damaged the legation sign.
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Homedinwiv
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Madrid
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Heensbe
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Washington
Legation
Senate Debates Cuban Policy and Cuban Independence
In the Senate on April 20 a Nebraska senator presented a resolution opposing any drastic shift that could threaten U.S. relations with Spain while opposing reforms aligned with the People’s Party platform. Debate turned to Cuba with Foraker asserting the administration aims to recognize Cuban representatives here and Teller suggesting a veto if Cuban insurgent independence is acknowledged. The session resumed discussion of the sundry civil bill amid Cuban dispute.
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Move to Move Troops and Charter Vessels for Cuba
Arrangements are being made by the war department for transporting the troops from the southern part to Cuba and they expect them perfected soon. Col. Kimball, chief quartermaster, will open bids for charter steam vessels today for this service. Texas vows to resist invasion as Governor Culbertson orders the entire state’s ranger corps to the Mexican frontier and to double its present strength. Four troops of the Sixth cavalry arrive from Fort Leavenworth bound for Chickamauga, with the Twentieth Infantry also arriving and heading to Mobile. A Santa Fe Pacific west bound passenger train was held up at Oro Grande, 390 miles east of Mojave. Engineer Gifford killed and a passenger injured.
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Army Volunteers Bill Turbulence in House Rushed Debate
The House moved swiftly to approve a bill authorizing the president to call out volunteers, with a key change reserving state governors the power to appoint company and regimental officers. President and White House pressure pushed speedy passage amid diverse support and opposition.
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Havana
Hazing Letter Reflects Columbia Officials’ Stance
A 1898 Columbia University letter from President Low urges freshman and sophomores to end hazing and tumultuous dining celebrations that stirred public disturbances. Parallel items note Sisters of Charity preparing purses for wartime wounded, a Haddam fire destroying businesses, and Chicago Post Office workers seeking wartime furloughs.
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City Vows Fireworks After Cuban Minister News
April 20 city officials prepared a patriotic display as the president signed the Cuban resolutions. Fire bells rang and 1060 bombs exploded while steam whistles blew across the city, signaling the celebratory mood and spreading word to Chicago and suburbs.
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Spain
Chicago
Palma and Cuban leader meet to plan Cuba campaign
Palma, the Cuban republic representative, and a Gomez army brigadier held consultations with General Miles regarding cooperation in the campaign against Spain. The meeting is described as a de facto recognition of the Cuban republic, with Palma summoned to confer on April 20.
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Gomez
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Palma
Laws in Conflict Called for Volunteers by War Department
The War Department focused on enlisting volunteers amid conflicts with existing army policy. Officials pleaded for congressional relief, recalling that even Lincoln relied on Congress to authorize troop deployments, but no successful legal change has been achieved.
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Lincoln
Segasta Speech in Senate on War Policy in April
Segasta's supporters in parliament assemble in the senate chamber as Mabini's premier Sapasta addresses them. He notes attempts to paint the war toll via brutal calumny and calls for restraint, urging a pacific path while protecting colonial integrity.
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Miles to Cuba leads invasion staff orders described
General Miles will command invading forces in Cuba with Lieut Col William Ludlow as engineer officer and Major I B Osgood as commissary of subsistence. Brig Gen J C Breckinridge to head inspection, Cal Humphrey quartermaster. House and senate discuss arming manuals for militia distribution to baton guard and militia nationwide.
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Queen Regent Appeals to Spaniards to Defend Rights
The Spanish cortes opened as Queen Regant spoke urging unity behind her son’s throne. She cited honor, territory, and the pope’s peace efforts while warning of possible arts to avert conflict. Madrid celebrated the address as the opening of the cortes with strong support for action. The U S delegation prepares to depart Madrid as instructions are issued.
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Madrid
Senate
United States
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Washington
Unclear OCR fragment reports on Vietorianer and Woodford departure
An OCR fragment describes a quiet scene with two policemen near the U S minister Woodford’s residence awaiting departure. It mentions Spanish squadron crews at Cadig visiting a shrine of the Virgin and notes newspapers tone as weelike, lacking unusual events.
Story Ridicled Rumor about Cuba and Spain
An Rome report dismisses a story that Spain would offer Cuba to the pope to surrender the island to the United States. Spanish circles ridicule the idea and say Spain will not renounce Cuba without a heroic struggle. News desk notes the April 20 time and denies the alleged plan.
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Rome
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Guba
United States
Cuba
Insurgents Agree On Hostilities Suspension
Maprto April 2 10 35 am An official Havana dispatch states Blanca has chartered a vessel to bring over 4600 Spanish sailors who left the United States navy but now wish to defend their country The dispatch also notes the insurgent leader has published a proclamation agreeing to a suspension of hostilities.
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Blanca
United States Navy
Wader
U S Torpedo Destroyer Arrives At Harbor
The United States torpedo boat destroyer Mayflower arrived late last night and anchored near the ship New York. It may become Captain Sampson's flagship as precautions for the big ships increase. In London, Spurgeon's Tabernacle was destroyed by fire in the afternoon, a building made famous by Rev Charles Haddon Spurgeon who died in 1892.
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Relief to Cuba Steamers Planned by Red Cross Officials
Stephen B Barton, chairman of the Cuban relief committee, returned from Washington with Dr Hinde Bell and Jub Ijin of the Red Cross. A consul tation with Washington officials discussed sending 1800 tons of relief goods to Cuba aboard steamers under Red Cross and American flags. Geneva treaty rights permit neutral aid, with orders to proceed to New York and onward once authorized.
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Stephen B. Barton
Conte Cuban Relief Committee
Washington
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Imi
Barton
Tolestation
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Ney
Patriot War Fever Grips Missouri As Troops Enlist
Missouri teems with war fervor as trains from Fort Leavenworth and Fort Riley pass through Jefferson City. Citizens cheer, recruits flood recruiting offices, and officials note strong support for joining the U.S. Army and Navy amid regards to Spain.
Desirable Ohio Street Building Lots Offer Prime Residence Site
Desirable building lots on Ohio Street present a choicest location in the town. The best residence portion offers ample space, frontage, and convenient access to amenities, inviting buyers to secure prime property in a sought after neighborhood.
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