Proclamation Calls for 125000 Volunteers for War
President McKinley issues a proclamation calling for 125,000 volunteers to serve in the United States Army for two years. War Department to arrange details, with immediate communication to authorities. Signed at Washington on April 23, 1898, by President McKinley and Secretary of State John Sherman.
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Oregon and War Talks Stir Washington Docks
Navy officials know Oregon and Marietta routes but keep ships' movements private. Sherman likely to resign cabinet. Day expected as successor. Gorman predicts a longer war, not weeks. Germany to lay separate cable to the United States, Azores link planned. Fort Scott residents burn Weyler effigy as war rumors spark demonstrations.
Paris Steamship Paris Carried Guns for U S Government
The American line steamer Paris, Captain Watkins, chartered by the United States government, left yesterday carrying 150 passengers and a cargo including guns and ammunition. Spanish cruisers reportedly attempted interception though later reports questioned Paris' capture. company officials express confidence in Paris not being within reach of Spanish ships.
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Protest Filed Over Buena Ventura Capture
The Buena Ventura owners signed a protest claiming the ship’s cargo belongs to British merchants and is insured in Great Britain. The capture by the United States cruiser Nashville prompted newspapers to label the act as piracy.
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Mangrove Sails South to Cut Cable Near Cuba
The U S steamer Mangrove, fully equipped as a cable ship, left port this morning bound south of Cuba to sever cable communications with the island. Reports say she may be aided by warships, or head toward the Key West ship channel to free buoys.
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President to ask Congress for formal war declaration
The president will send a message to Congress on Monday urging a formal declaration of war. He cites three reasons: to use the services of retired officers, Spain's acts indicating war, and naval officers' entitlement to prize money for captures.
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House Adjourns After Walthall Funeral
In Wasamatox on April 22 the house met at 10 and began discussing the army reorganization bill. It recessed to attend the senate Walthall's funeral, then resumed debate and finally passed the army bill at 1:43.
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Neutral nations warn to curb shipping amid calls for reparation
A German French Austrian and Italian warning note to the United States and Spain urges caution with neutral shipping, threatening full reparation. News from Chickamauga and St Johns reports mobilization orders and naval militia activations as officials in Washington issue multiple proclamations and vessel movements. Wheat prices rise sharply due to reduced supply across markets.
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Ialy
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Havana Senses Great Naval Alarm As Fleet Sighting Triggers War Fear
Reports from Havana describe a tense afternoon as the North Atlantic Squadron sighting inspired alarm. Warning guns fired from Moro Castle and nearby forts, crowds gathered in the streets, and Captain General Blanco toured fortifications while Spaniards prepared for possible conflict.
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Topeka Safely Reaches Port After Collision Report
Loxpon April 23 United States cruiser Topeka is safe not the ship that collided with the Albatross Tuesday after leaving Falmouth. A Naples bound steamer reports spotting an unknown cruiser and three torpedo boats steaming west at full speed, likely Spanish.
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Germany Press Condemns United States After Spain Praise
April 23 in BaeRuiny reports a near unanimous German press across parties denounces the United States. All papers accuse America of selfish motives while lauding Spain and contrast it with America’s alleged undignified conduct.
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Right to declare a blockade affirmed by diplomats
Washington April 23. Members of the diplomatic corps say no question can be raised about the United States right to declare a blockade. With this conceded foreign powers will accept it as binding.
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Urgent navy action on coast defense proposal
The secretary of the navy urged immediate action on a joint resolution creating the United States auxiliary navy for coast defense. In Nebraska Fort Robins near Rosebud and Pine Ridge, stockmen form a cowboy legion to keep Sioux and Cheyenne on guard, arming with rifles and revolvers as a vigilante militia.
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National Guard mobilized into army corps at capital
The District of Columbia National Guard, about 1800 strong, is in camp at the soldiers home. Secretary Alger plans concentrating volunteers at Washington Richmond and Atlanta. An army corps is created under General Brooke with three divisions.
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War Revenue Bill Introduced In House
Wasininarox April 23 a war revenue bill was introduced in the house before adjournment this afternoon. It is estimated to raise about 106 million dollars in revenue. The tax on beer and fermented liquors rises from one to two dollars per barrel and tobacco products see increases with snuff at 12 cents per pound and cigars at four dollars per thousand. Provisions of the stamp tax cover proprietary medicines cosmetics chewing gum ginger ale tonics and related certificates of indebtedness bank checks drafts and other financial instruments.
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Aight
Spaniards Capture American Ship in Bay Battle
Reports state the four-masted American vessel Bhanandoah of 250 tons, sailing from San Francisco to Liverpool, was captured during a battle near the Spaniards on April 23. The ship was owned by Januxey Ltd and departed from San Francisco.
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Cortes to adjourn in mid May after crisis rumors denied
Mapnio April 24 10 a m reports rumors of a ministerial crisis denied in the Spanish Congress. It is understood that after agreeing on a financial program the cortes will adjourn until May 15. Patriotic demonstrations continue in the provinces but public order is disturbed.
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War loan plans disclosed in new tariff bill
Washington April 28 The 500,000,0000 loan provided in the new war tariff bill is in the form of 3 percent 10 20 bonds. One hundred million certificates of indebtedness bearing 3 percent interest are also provided.
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Spanish Fleet Not Moved
Sir Vincent reports the Spanish fleet remains in harbor on April 23 awaiting orders or reinforcements. no movement observed.
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German Cruiser Ordered to St Thomas West Indies
Barun April 23 reports a German cruiser ordered to St Thomas while April 23 notes the Monitor sailing south from League Island. A schoolboy explains dew formation with Earth’s axis. Various brief notices and quips from Puck and Chicago News appear amid a partial Montiwi Manomotoh item.
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Markets by Wire Kansas City Grain and Live Stock
Markets by wire from Kansas City and Chicago report mixed grain prices and livestock receipts. Market activity shows steady to active tones for corn wheat oats and hay while live stock receipts vary with Texas cattle and hogs showing declines. Regional figures cite prices for cattle hogs and cows along with dairy and creamery values across markets.
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Warship New York Captures Rich Prize Off Cuban Waters
A Spanish freighter Pedro from Antwerp bound for Pensacola was seized by the New York near Havana. The prize crew and marines boarded the Pedro as the cruiser signaled and diverted a German flagged freighter that briefly challenged. Reports state Alphonso XII suspected and troop transport banned, while Senate adjourned with no business.
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The Army Bill and Confederate Veterans Offer
The army bill outlines conscription for males 18 to 45 and details for regular and volunteer forces, including enlistment terms, officer appointments, and pay. Missouri ex Confederates pledge service, while Kansas offers Fighting Joe’s proposed Kansas unit for Spanish forces. fires destroy coal tipples in Alabama and a Kentucky town burns, causing major damage.
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