War Clouds Loom Over Spain Crisis With Presidential Message
Washington April 3 major lawmakers and diplomats expect a war or peace decision within seven days as President prepares to send congress a comprehensive message. War and navy departments press ahead while some want delays to secure shipping and powder contracts. Republicans weigh how long to grant the President before overt action.
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Floods inundate Shawneetown after levee breaks
Evansville reports Shawneetown levee breaches flood the town from ten to twenty feet. Over 200 tires lost and all communications down. Mount Vernon and Chicago sources cite life losses growing from about 100 to 200 as relief boats are dispatched with food and blankets.
Fire at Rock Hill destroys twelve buildings in North Carolina
A blaze in Rock Hill North Carolina on April 4 destroyed twelve buildings with an estimated loss of 250000 and insured for 110000. The origin is unknown and several firms including KE True A W Klutta Powell Co J H Milling and Globe Standhard Cotton Mill offices were affected.
Illinois Naval Militia Readied by Governor
Governor Tanner received a Washington war department request to prepare the Illinois naval militia for immediate federal service. He ordered maximum recruitment and readiness to respond to any specified mobilization orders.
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Carpenters Strike Looms in Chicago Tomorrow Morning
Three thousand journeymen carpenters in Chicago plan a citywide strike starting tomorrow morning. Many workers face layoffs on building repairs as crews abstain from work unless agreements with employers are honored.
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Wife of Justice Brewer Dies in Tacoma
The wife of Justice Hee Brewer of the Supreme Court died in Tacoma on April 2. The brief notice reports the death with no further details.
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Congress Faces Cuban War Policy Debates This Week
Washington April 4 The Senate waits for the foreign relations committee report on Cuba expected by Wednesday The panel seeks action on its resolution without debate but faces party splits and delays If the president’s message arrives late it could push debate into next week The plan also includes recognition of independence with armed intervention and related measures for Cuban affairs Also on the calendar are appropriation bills and army reorganization awaiting the president’s message.
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Sagasta Speaks on Cuban Crisis and U S Relations
Madrid correspondent quotes Senor Sagasta defending Spain’s actions in Cuba and urging cautious U S involvement. He says negotiations favored arbitration if talks fail, notes relief funds totaling over 1.6 million, and asserts Spain bears no sole responsibility for tensions while praising prudent Madrid press.
Leadon Peerage Motion In POO Court Stirs Lords
Leadon April 2 report shows Lord Hillingdon chairman of the committee on tenors holdings and a silent connection to Witton and Hewie, linked to the late Charles Mills. He served in the Ciyn Mills banking house and was voted to the peerage in Ushi.
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Governor Bree Reviews Naval Reserve Readiness
Governor Pini Bree reviews the dispute over Navy readiness as Secretary of the Navy Roosevelt requests full equipment and instant service readiness for the naval reserve in case of a government call.
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Washington Officials Deny Mediation With Spain
Washington announces no mediation offer to Spain as April L Secretary of State denies the proposal. White House dismisses the dispute and rejects any peace talks, signaling firm stance in the international standoff.
Flying Squadron Near Ready at Fort Monroe
Fort Monroe April 1 Commodore Schley plans to notify Washington as the Texas arrives the flying squadron will be ready to move on an hours notice The Minneapolis is mid coal change and painting The Texas is expected within 48 hours The Newport News work on the bottom of the squadron ships continues and the Brooklyn and Columbia finish painting and cowing ready for sea trials.
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Spain to Hold Torpedo Flotilla at Cape Verde
Madrid reports the Spanish cabinet ordered torpedo boats to remain at the Cape Verde Islands until joined by a larger squadron headed for Cuba. A fleet of armored cruisers including Emperor Charles V, Alfonso XIII, Infanta Maria Teresa, and Cristobal Colon will accompany the flotilla. Vieja y Almirante Oquende return to Havana. A national subscription to strengthen the fleet will be organized by royal decree after a war delay.
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Weather and City News Highlights Across the Morning Paper
The edition covers weather with partly cloudy skies and southeasterly winds. It reports on political work before Congress, local reorganizations, a check mystery story, and various city notices. It notes a quiet Madrid Sunday and regional financial, mercantile, and church developments with multiple local items.
New U S Cruiser Bought by Lt Cmdr Colwell in London
London April 4 Lieutenant Commander Colwell United States naval attaché purchased a cruiser previously built by Thames Ironworks for Peru. Sold after wartime neutrality issues, the vessel cost about half the £50 000 asking price and will be fitted with crew from the United States embassy and consulate.
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Vatican urges Archbishop Ireland to press McKinley for Cuban peace
Rome April 1 Vatican circles announce Archbishop Ireland, confidant of the pope, has been asked to use his influence with President McKinley to advocate a pacific attitude in the Cuban question. The appeal cites Irelands friendship with the president as the basis for the contact.
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Business Men Leave Havana by Steamer Muscotte
The Muscotte from Havana arrives with dozen or more French and British merchants who left Cuba under telegraphic instructions from their home houses. They wound up their business rapidly with no delay.
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Torpedo Boat Heads Through Baltic to England
The torpedo boat purchased at Sechichau for the government by Lieutenant A. P. Niblack, naval attaché, passes through the Baltic today en route to England. The government has granted permission for the voyage. Niblack is negotiating at Pillau for two more torpedo boats.
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Jacobus Departs After Hotel American Heist
Special to the Beranton Tribune reports excitement at Hotel American in Carbondale as George L Jacobus loaded wines cigars a piano and other goods and escaped with them. Landlord Williams attached back rent and Constable Gilby pursued the goods but they vanished before service. Later they were located in Green River attorney Shuttles drum and attached. Jacobus likely faced license issues. Jacobus, once Scranton landlord of the Forest House, left town and is reportedly headed unknown.
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Woodford Defends Peace Efforts in Cuba Mission
US Minister Woodford refused to discuss negotiations while reaffirming McKinley’s aim for a permanent just peace in Cuba. He pledged to persevere for conditions guaranteeing lasting peace and protection of American interests, stating faith that conflict can still be averted. He noted the cable progress and emphasized not replying to Spain’s memorandum.
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Madrid Navy Movements Prepare For Cadiz Action
Madrid April 3 The armored cruiser Emcorer Charles has been ordered to sail today for Ferrol A flotilla of torpedo boats and torpedo boat destroyers is being prepared for active service at Cadiz
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Washington Executive Activity Report Highlights April Day
President Kinley did not attend church but was heavily occupied at the White House. A substantial number of executive clerks were also working throughout the day.
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War regarded inevitable as Spain faces crisis over Cuba
Madrid reports say war seems certain as General Woodford's message to the government is seen. Papers condemn a Barcelona bishop for proposing Cuba’s abandonment, while other bishops urge government resistance to the United States and aid to military preparations. The Alfons XIIII cruiser trial completes and joins the fleet. ministers anticipate McKinley’s ultimatum next week.
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Spain weighs fleet strengthening by royal decree
Madrid reports a national subscription to bolster the Spanish fleet to be organized by royal decree though decrees await a declaration of war. Ministers, including War Minister Correa, discuss arming merchant vessels as privateers but plan to await events. A telegram from Madrid notes President McKinley would be overruled by Congress.
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French Machinists Hired Delays Spanish Warship Carlos V
The Navy Department says the Spanish warship Carlos V ton was delayed from sailing for Ferrel while awaiting 20 French machinists. Many machinists were selected and boarded, highlighting Spain's shortage of experienced shipboard machinists and its sourcing from France.
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Weather Summary for the Midstates and New England
The Herald reports fair to partly cloudy conditions in the middle states and New England today with frost and slowly rising temperatures. Winds shift from variable to northeasterly. by Tuesday expect cloudy skies, possible rain, mild temperature changes, and easterly to southeasterly winds.
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