Mine Under the Maine Destruction Said to Be Beyond Torpedo
A report claims the vessel suffered damage from a mine far beyond torpedo capability, with authorities investigating the incident and assessing maritime threats near the coast.
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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1898
Page
6
Maine Disaster Sparks War Fear Across Nation
Washington rumors and public sentiment surge after the Maine disaster. A Spanish plot is widely whispered, with Senators and Governors demanding action as Congress faces a possible declaration of war.
Nation Debates Indemnity Over Maine Destruction
The nation weighs a $10,600,000 demand from Spain if the Maine was blown by a torpedo or mine. Congressional leaders doubt the claim but warn war may follow if Spain cannot admit fault and offer amends. Officials prepare for possible conflict as inquiries proceed.
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Spain
Board of Inquiry
Congress
Maine
Havana
Hayung Harbor
Heraca
Bianco
Spa2i
Seastors
United States
Sdmination
Washington
Lee Han
Key West
Army
Cuba
U S War Readiness Amid Spanish Tensions Across Cities
Reports show heightened armament and fortification efforts as Washington tests readiness for possible conflict with Spain. Ships like Marblehead and Montgomery move toward theaters, while recruits and naval reserves organize nationwide.
Notes of the Disaster in Havana Harbor Report
Brief items on the Havana Harbor horror note the wreck sinking further in soft mud and the Spanish government staking the crash on an accident claim. The main wreckage was seen from above and noted from below as blown to starboard with much clothing found nearby.
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AVAL
Tampe
Fla
Montgomery
Havana
Maine
Ghia
United States
Spain
Charleston
8. C
Mergard’s Hall
Nelson Post
G. A. Ry
New York
Eulate
Poxie
Vizcara
Sve
Bespiu
Fort Cabanas
Morro Castle
Havas Havana
Washington
Zola Condemned in Trial Outrage Sparks Paris Turmoil
The verdict finds Zola guilty amid protests and a stunned crowd. He receives a one year sentence plus fines as Paris presses for justice while the nation debates the trial's outcome and its political implications. The courtroom mood mirrors a country at unrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zola
Prasce
Republic
Assassins Sought in Lake City Postmaster Murder
News of a white mob attack in South Carolina where postmaster Baker and family were burned and his wife and three daughters shot. The Post Office Department offers 3000 for arrest and conviction of those who burned the post office and 500 for those who killed the postmaster. General Garr orders the Lake City post office closed.
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South Carolina
Lake City
Williarmsburg
Baker
Killire
Post Office Department
Washington
Respector Williams
Chattanooga
Department of Fusap
Garr
Maryland’s New Senator McComas Named to U S Senate
Judge Louis E. McComas chosen to succeed Arthur P. Gorman as United States Senator from Maryland. He was born in Maryland in 1846 and graduated from Dickinson College in 1866. The appointment marks Maryland’s first time with two Republican senators in history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louis E. McComas
Sam
Arthur P. Gorman
Lows E. McComas
United States
Maryland
George B. Wellington
Louis B. McComas
Dickinson College
Local notes and obituaries from the region
Fragmented items report political events in Llamérstown and Washington influence. Notices mention treasurer Harrigan and senate hearings, with deaths including Frances Wilkird and Mrs J Withers, and a Mexico City strike affecting Bartin factory workers. Missouri legal pardon updates accompany civic chatter and community milestones.
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Karneil
Petal
Arehali
Frances Wilkird
Willard Temple
Ar Ilinteville
Mra
J. Withers
Sowth
City of Mexico
al Metal
Ray. Stephens
Missouri
B. W. Bailes
County Criminal Court
Iment
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