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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1898
Page
3
Washington reports the first veto of President McKinley in relation to a revenue and court of claims bill. The veto, sustained by a near unanimous vote, confirms executive power while detailing proposed tax receipts and funding for prosecutions.
Philadelphia market notes dated May 16 show nominal values across commodities. Wheat futures steady to higher with strengths in No. 2 red and spurts of regional prices. corn, oats, and rye range with mixed demand. Butter, lard, and beef prices hold. cheese and dairy products show firm wholesale quotes. potatoes, turpentine, cabbage, and turpentine markets listed with regional variations.
A long passage describes Spain's cabinet crisis with Queen regent entangled in resignations. Senor Sagasta negotiates between opposing policies while ministers collapse or refuse responsibility. Madrid reports a reshuffle underway and continued political tension.
A long extracted Manila and Pacific theater narrative reports troop movements, naval actions, and Allied concerns during the Spanish American War era. It notes preparations, food and supply issues, and the presence of American ships Porter and Supply while discussing potential engagements with the Spanish fleet and allied troop deployments. The piece references General Merritt, Jesuit officers offering service, and statements about Cuban deployment and overall war readiness.
May 7 Pekin dispatch reports Prince Henry of Prussia visiting the Chinese emperor with Baron Van Kerking. They toured the palace, met the empress, and presented a gift of a jeweled crown. The empress welcomed the party and discussed future receptions while the visit highlighted Sino German cordial relations. May 17 a fire at Saint Joseph’s asylum in Ashove injured several and left many missing or unaccounted for among about 200 inmates.
Washington reports a Navy order restricting press publication of naval movements to protect operations. The Manila expedition awaits six months of stay, with ammunition shortages and blockade considerations raising concern over Havana supplies and Spanish actions.
Report summarizing a wartime like debate on neutrality. Mentions government actions on aiding the Allies, possible measures to support fighters and shipping limits. Notes officials weighing consequences for domestic and international responses. Mentions May decisions and congressional scrutiny.
A large crowd attended the funeral near the cemetery where pallbearers and mourners gathered. Police and military orderly elements stood watch as the procession moved to the grave, followed by a gun salute and a final tribute.
The column near Mount Gretna orders out detachments and regiments for Chickaminy and Washington. United States volunteers from Pennsylvania Ohio and Maryland move to camps. plans to depart tonight and be away from Mount Gretna by morning. The transport of units, officers, and families continues amid interwar tension and changing assignments across the department.
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