President’s message on Cuban crisis and Spanish conduct
The president outlines the Cuba conflict with Spain, condemns reconcentration as extermination, and notes shifting military control in Pinar del Rio and central eastern provinces. He stresses neutrality costs to the United States and the urgency of a national course in line with constitutional policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pinar del Rio
Tlavana
Plavana
Spaitt
United States
Madrid
Spain and United States Clash Over Cuba Peace Prospects
The document discusses Spain's liberal shift after Canovas assassination, promising home rule for Cuba and Porto Rico. It notes General Woodford's armistice proposal, Spain's partial reconcentration relief, and the Cuban parliament's uncertain role in shaping terms and peace.
Question of Independence and Cuban policy in 19th century crisis
The speaker argues for patient U S policy toward Cuba, warning against recognition of belligerency or independence as a first step. He cites President Jackson and Van Buren precedent on Texas, stresses tests for statehood, and notes Cuba’s ongoing war threatens U S peace, economy, and citizens. neutral intervention is deemed insufficient without stronger action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuba
Grant
The Present Revolution and Cuban Struggle
The narrative describes a February start to the Cuban revolt, detailing devastation in the island and its impact on trade, neutrality, and domestic unity in the United States. It notes lost Cuban investment, growing unrest, and the tension between foreign entanglements and domestic advancement as the government weighs its position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ince
Mediation Refused Over Cuban War Strife in 1806
The narrative recalls efforts by prior leaders to seek peace in Cuba between Spain and rebels, blocked by Spain’s insistence on insurgent submission. It describes intensified conflict, Spanish levies, and the devastation policy under General Pando, with peasants displaced and land rendered uninhabitable across the island.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spain
Cuba
Pando
Pinar del Rio
Reconcentration Policy Described As Worsening Suffering
The article details reconcentration under the present administration affecting about 300000 agricultural workers in Santa Clara Matanzas Havana and Pinar del Rio. It reports destitution hunger and unsanitary conditions with rising death rates reaching over 50 percent by March 1897 and no relief provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Clara
Matanzas
Havana
Pinar del Rio
Cuban relief efforts expand across Cuba aid network
A central Cuban relief committee in New York coordinates Red Cross and religious groups to distribute funds and supplies to Cuban reconcentrados. Free transport and duty exemption have accelerated aid, with nearly $200,000 delivered and Weyler orders revoked enabling return home and work. Public works and a $605,000 relief appropriation support the reconcentrados' resettlement and self sufficiency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuba
New York City
American National Red Cross
American Red Cross
Central Committee
Imas
Havana
Weyler
American Intervention and the Cuban War
The article argues the Cuban conflict resists decisive military victory for either side and risks prolonged fighting. It warns such weariness would alarm the civilized world and especially affect the United States which is deeply touched by the war’s existence. The author frames intervention as a friend-to-Spain impulse in a broader political context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuba
Zanton
United States
Spain
Precedents for Recognizing Cuba’s Insurgent Government
The article cites President Jackson's 1836 message on recognizing Texas independence, arguing that U S policy favors prudence and restraint, avoiding entangling disputes while safeguarding national interests. It discusses the split between Spain and revolted colonies, Texas prospects, and potential U S motives in recognizing a new Texas government.
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Cuba
Jackson
Congress
Texas
Protec
Mortanal
Spain
Ndt
United States
Mexico
Mexivco
Vexac
Mexican Republic
Recognition of Cuba Independence Questioned for Expediency
The text argues against immediate U S recognition of Cuba as an independent republic. It warns recognition could complicate international obligations and make the United States subservient to a future Cuban government if intervention becomes necessary. It suggests waiting until a capable nation state emerges with proper nationality before recognizing and adjusting relations.
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Washington
Congress of the
United States
Congress
Union
Spain
Cuba
Texas
Mexico
Lemme
Reasons for Forcible Intervention In Cuba
An essay argues for US intervention in Cuba as neutral peacekeeping or as ally, citing humanity, citizen protection, and the impact on American commerce. It outlines three grounds: ending barbarities, protecting lives and property of Cuban residents, and safeguarding US economic interests from disruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herf
United States
Pacific
Cuba
Spain
Maine Incident and Naval Inquiry Reach Public Alarm
The Maine disaster in Havana Harbor prompts national grief as the naval court of inquiry finds an exterior explosion likely caused the destruction. The report notes Spain’s pledge to pursue justice and arbitration, while debates over responsibility continue amid diplomatic exchanges and calls for expert investigation.
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Congress
Naval Court of Inquiry
Maine
Havana
Cuba
Spain
Washington
United States Weighs Mediation in Cuban Conflict
In a 1875 message Congress faces whether the United States should intervene to end the Cuban strife. The speaker argues mediation may be the only viable path given oceanic distance and the immense human toll, while promising vigilance to protect American lives and property and to pursue an honorable peace if intervention is deemed a duty. Continued on Page 10.
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Woodford
Spain
Grant
Woater
Iiland
United States
Bpain
Wall de Tech
Elten
Pier Door
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Canovas
Porto Rico
Dacia
Republic of Texas
van Buren
Andrew Jackson
Case of the
Wilvance
Boole
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