Samoa diplomacy and German pressure under Bayard review
The report covers U.S. Samoa policy debates with Secretary Bayard in Washington and testimony about German threats, Samoa king events, and potential naval action. It details Whitney Dickinson and others backing cautious or decisive courses, with references to Nip Sic and coaling interests, and Sen Sherman's proposed 500000 dollar Samoa reinforcement.
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Dickinson
Goerman
Knappe
Apia
Wasutsuton City
Bayard
England
Siumenos
Termencuns
Bamoa
William C. Whitney
Shaw
Germany
State Department
Whitney
Dickison
Saul
Samoa
United States
Fairchild
Hayard
Pore Endicott
Garlanil
Vilas
Prince Bismarck
Yoarck
Europe
Bismarck
Herbert
House Naval Commiittee
Hilary
Sam
Pacific
idAlands
Nipsic
Samoan Islands
Idte
Department
Tak bill prospects amid Washington tariff measure turmoil
A garbled note from January in Washington hints at a tariff bill and potential prospects in the capital. The incomplete text mentions discussion around a bill and actions not yet taken by lawmakers.
The Entrepising Mr Klein on German Samoan Crisis
The World reports Jan 20 from its Samaritan correspondent that Germany seeks conquest of the Samoan islands. King Matania near Apla received a letter from Consul Knapke about a German warship and surrender of guns, leading to a tense standoff and his regret over escalating violence. He hopes for a peaceful settlement without further bloodshed.
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Knappe
Sam Islands
Heo
Mdtnaf
Magnani
Vallele Germani
Apla
Knapke
Chigia
Matania
Gert
Consuls Clash Over Island Annexation Postflag Incident
The 1886 report notes Consul Blacklock and Consul Knappe protest German actions after firing on an American flag in a disputed island incident. A Dec meeting failed to reach agreement as Klein mentions a petition for German annexation, signed mainly by few locals and two or three English and American renegades.
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Blacklock
Consul Knappe
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Klein
Germany
Klein Thinla Knappe
Hypothesized cause for ship firing near Zanzibar coast
Washington January 28. No official word from the state department about a German warship firing on an American sailing vessel off Zanzibar. Assistant Secretary Rives says the only plausible explanation is that the vessel attempted to break the blockade and bring in arms and ammunition.
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State Department
Zanzibar
Rives
German Consul in Samoa Blames Americans for Disturbances
In a January letter from Apia the German consul accuses American influence of provoking Samoan unrest. He names Scanlan Klein and J. H. Moors as principal instigators, including provision of arms and ammunition and coaching attacks on German sailors. He cites a December shipment of 35,000 rounds and alleges Moors profits from rebellion while Blacklock cannot intervene.
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Apia
Samoa
Scanlan
Klein
J. H. Moors
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Wents
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Moura
Blacklock
Tamsagese
United States
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Moors
South Seas
Allison Leaves Indianapolis Without Word on Harrison Meeting
Senator Allison departed Indianapolis at 2 PM for Washington after a private stay at Gen. Harrison’s residence. Reporters found him unapproachable and he refused to discuss his visit, insisting the conference was private. Judge C. H. Moore of Itsburg, New York, called on the president-elect for an hour.
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Senator Allison
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Pine Street
C. H. Moore
Itsburg
N. Y
Warner Miller
Governor Larrabee targets law violations in Port Dodge
Fort Depar Ia Jan 29 Notorious violation of the prohibitory law in this city spurs Governor Larrabee to action. Sheriff Adams received a directive urging county officials to enforce the law or face state intervention. The governor vows stringent measures across the state.
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Larrabee
Adams
Port Dodge
William Larrabee
Paris Boulangists Triumph Sparks Turbulence and Guarded Streets
Paris reports a Boulangist victory with Boulangers leading in Seine, Bouffant, and other departments. Massive crowds, fires, and brawls erupted in Montmartre and Faubourg Saint Denis as police and troops mobilized. Gen. Boulanger resigns seat while ministry faces possible collapse.
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Floquet
Paris
Seiné
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Bouffe
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Cora Ernest Boulanger
Department of the Seine
Chamber of Deputies
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Durahd
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Seine
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Carnot
MM. Ferry
Waldeck-Rousseau
Ifrard Raynal
London Election Hype Grips City Amid Rumors and Forecasts
Crowds fill corridors of clubs and hotels in London awaiting results of the parliamentary election. Rumors of disaster in France or prestige gains fuel speculation as experts and crowds seek early telltales of the outcome.
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Londox
London
France
Political Developments Stir Amid Resignations and Elections
French ministry resignations were offered yesterday but President Carnot refused to accept them. Opposition leaders claim stronger election prospects than official forecasts while figures in Paris stress measured responses and stability amid the political turmoil.
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Carnot
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