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Newspaper
Moline Review Dispatch
Location
Moline, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1898
Page
5
A late March dispatch describes U S naval torpedo flotillas heading to Porto Rico and Havana while Senator Thargien stirs debate over Spain’s atrocities in Cuba. Calls rise for Cuban independence within a week and swift action if Spain does not relent.
Chaos and conflict words fill weekly Washington chatter with warnings of intervention and public pressure. Officials briefed on policy anticipate decisive moves regardless of the Maine court outcome, citing a broad readiness across military and diplomatic channels.
Reports from Washington describe a push to intervene over Cuba and the Maine disaster. Officials discuss a Cuban declaration to Spain and a shift to humane warfare, while Senate moderates urge restraint and readiness for possible military action.
Wasiligros March 92 A war department official says no large force will be needed to seize or police Cuba. He favors a blockade of Havana with regular army troops aided by naval power to restore order and prevent chaos in the island. He argues disciplined American soldiers and strong medical corps can handle occupation with limited casualties.
The article notes a surge of war talk depressing market sentiment. It references New York March and financial concerns influenced by global events, with emphasis on securities trading and the impact on local business mood.
The report details a tense session as Gallinger of New Hampshire urged military action over Spain regarding Cuba. Debate focused on government policy with no decisive vote, Thorp winning a seat in a district amid party splits.
In Pittsburgh on March 23 a movement plans an independent 100000 strong army in Pennsylvania within six months. The group is linked to the American Rifles, led by Major Robert Griffith of Chicago, who centers operations in Pittsburgh then moves east to muster companies and regiments. Three companies already organized with full complements.
About 1,000 people gathered in Washington to witness the Kentucky battle ship launch at Newport News, held that morning.
The Indiana displacement 10 248 tons costs 3 020 000 dollars and achieves 15 54 knots. She carries four 13 inch eight inch four 6 inch and 80 smaller guns. Her 13 inch guns are mounted in turrets two forward and two aft.
The Terror, a modern coast defense vessel of 8,990 ton displacement, travels at 12 knots and cost Coclp Sam $3,178,048. It mounts four 10 inch guns in two turrets plus eight smaller guns, with a 200-man crew and a flush upper deck profile designed as a distinct target.
The Oregon measures 848 feet in length with a 10 288 ton displacement and a crew of 424. It costs 3 180 000 dollars and can steam 15 knots. Armament includes four 18 inch, eight 8 inch, four 6 inch guns and 30 smaller guns.
Endorsements from local residents claim Dean's Kidney Pills relieve back pain and other kidney troubles. Photo of testimonials mentions Mrs. M Huthmahker and Adams Wall Paper Co. and urges readers to buy from FosterMilburn Co. Buffalo. Local druggist Wm Clendenin reports customer satisfaction. Price 50 cents per box. mail order available.
W J Entrisin attorney announces a master's sale in chancery for the foreclosure of a land parcel in Moline. The sale, ordered by decree dated March 7 1898, will occur April 30 1898 at 1 pm at the east door of the Rock Island County Court House to satisfy the judgment against Edward A Guyer Constance KN Guyer August H Arp William J Gilfillan and J F William Schultz.
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