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Newspaper
Marshall Statesman
Location
Marshall, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1898
Page
4
The Statesman reports that President McKinley faced congressional delays on Cuba intervention. A cabinet member told an impatient friend that the nation was unprepared, with scant ammunition and few ships armed. He argued war would have been disastrous, claiming readiness now and the ability to justify cautious action.
Washington reports a plan of campaign for invading Cuba with about 1S,000 regulars massed near Chickamauga Park and key ports. Officials keep the strategy secret while predicting a call for militia volunteers within hours. The president may favor a volunteer plan over state quotas. War Department estimates show over 2,000,000 volunteers offered, far beyond needs.
Tomorrow. President McKinley's ultimatum was delivered to Spain's prime minister on Thursday with Spain asked to evacuate Cuba by Saturday noon. The note warns that a refusal would likely lead to war, and signals a fuller response by this country by tomorrow. Burrows reported that a full resupply was underway.
The piece argues Spain must abandon Cuba, citing cruelties and failures to govern, while warning that war would be costly and decisive. It notes Democratic and Populist shifts away from silver policy and cites Detroit Tribune on Michigan returns favoring a Republican majority.
A Battle Creek based petition asks the state auditors to compel a two year state printing contract. The Battle Creek firm contests auditors brief claims and questions whether the board will perform work in Battle Creek or Lansing. The petition attacks bidders tied to Seventh Day Adventists and notes contract specs allegedly do not match bids. Also mentions Fence Wire and hardware items.
A countywide series of Sunday school institutes reviewed practical methods, with emphasis on timely, house to house visitation and the gospel message. Speakers outlined effective teacher meetings, Bible study, and soul winning, urging churches to fund county and state Sunday school work on the 2nd Sunday in May.
Tait.or proclaims custom tailoring in the Old Post Office Building, offering cut-away morning suits, sack suits in grey, brown or check patterns, frock coats with trousers from 20 dollars, and claims to fit any form.
A gold medal contest under W UOT U auspices unfolds Wednesday evening April 7 at the Presbyterian church. The program features Music America Invocation Anthem recitations numbered 1 to 6, with National Chorus performing. Judges Supt Lohr C O Miller and James Hughes select from county contestants. music led by Dean Wilson. program subject to change as participants arrive.
A historical medical advertorial touts Drake's Dyspepsia Cure as a universal remedy for indigestion and nervous dyspepsia. It claims freshness from limited druggists and lists symptoms like acid fermentation sleeplessness and stomach trouble. Also mentions a fingernail art and a dispatch from Topeka about a railroad accident.
An advertisement touts Called Girain-Q as a delicious coffee substitute liked by all who have used it. It claims proper preparation imitates the finest coffee without its injurious properties, aids digestion, strengthens nerves, and is suitable for both children and adults. It prices at about four times the cost of coffee and is sold by grocers.
Fire Insurance Company of Calhoun reports a sale notice for farm lands in Kinmett Marengo Lea Tekonsha and Marshall areas. Listings include 120 acres on sections 28 and 3 with timber and buildings, 25 acres timber, 10 acres timber and other parcels with timber. Announcement dated February 24 1808 and signed by Ouiver C Perrin.
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