Forecast of the Week in Congress
Congress faces a busy week with the war revenue bill likely to reach the Senate early, triggering committee action and possible amendments. Democrats push plans for taxes on production and inheritance as Republicans consider bond provisions and possible reductions. The House braces for routine appropriations activity and several conference reports.
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Cannon Toemake
Alaska
Dewey’s Early Naval Career Highlighted in Historic Sketch
A historical sketch chronicles Commodore George Dewey’s rise from Vermont birth to early naval service. It details his 6 year age, academy appointment in 1814, Mediterranean cruise aboard the Wabash, Mississippi battles with Farragut, Forts below New Orleans, Port Hudson action, and the Mississippi’s fiery end. It notes later commands on the Agawan, Kearsarge, and Narragansett, leading to lighthouse board roles and Asiatic service.
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China
Phillipepine Islands
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Farragut
Commodore Dewey
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Empire of Battle
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Boon
Agawan
Fort Fisher
Kearsarge
Servieg
Narragansett
Mts
Pacific
Lighthouse Board
Juniata
Commodore’s long service spans Asiatic station command
The article traces a naval career from early service aboard the Dolphin to command of the Asiatic station in January, with prior postings including flagship Tenencola of the European squadron, chief of equipment and recruiting, and lighthouse board member. It notes commission as commodore on February 28, 1896 and presidency of the board of inspection and survey.
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Board of Inspection and Survey
Guarding Powder Works Near Du Pont Plant
In Wilmington Delaware on May 1 the Du Pont powder works near Montchanin were to be placed under armed protection after a powder explosion sparked security concerns. Artillery units from Washington arrived secretly to establish a military camp guarding the plant while workers were kept at a distance.
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Therios Gond M. Forth Artiery
Montchanin
Washington
Thiwe
Montehonin
Excitement in Madrid Over Philippines News
Madrid reports immense crowds aroused by serious news from the Philippines. Civil guards on horseback called out to preserve order as muttering spreads. no further serious incidents reported at present.
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Mense
Celle de Seviili
Talen
Temarario Disabled After Repairs Begin
The Temararia, a Spanish guntwit, lies at Kneilinnda on the La Phiten undergoing repairs to a portion of her machinery. She is reported to be afloat and expected to cave within a week.
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Temararia
Kneilinnda
la Phiten
Accidental Shooting Kills Man in Amsterdam Camp
In Amsterdam a man identified as George de Graff was accidentally shot and killed tonight by a revolver held by companion Wilbur Jerulmon. De Graff, young son of Dr Roman I de Graff of New York City, reportedly thought the weapon was unloaded when it discharged. The incident occurred as the party prepared to depart for Hormpetead.
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Hormpetead
George Deira
Wilbur Jerulmon
Janmimen
de Graff
Yiara Old
Romanuel I de Graff
New York
Mexico Declares Neutrality Amid War Tensions
Mexico City reports the government urges all workers to maintain reservations and avoid inflammatory talk regarding the American-Spanish conflict. The public mood favors Cuba among the populace, while Liberal papers show pro-Spanish leanings. Clerical outlets remain openly hostile to the United States.
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Liberal Party
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Sre
Spiniah
United States
Devastating cyclone hits towns in Northwest Iowa
A cyclone swept Northwest Iowa May 1 causing severe destruction in Archer in O'Brien county and near Hartley Primghar Hartley and Curlew. Wires are down and reports indicate deaths and extensive property damage with few details available.
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Bermejo Declares Spanish Victory in Philippines
Madrid reports Admiral Bermejo, minister of the marine, joined the Cabinet Gomel and told colleagues that Spanish forces won a victory in the Philippines. He admitted difficulty restraining his joy as official dispatches omit the destruction of American ships, though the US squadron reportedly anchored behind foreign merchantmen.
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Bermejo
Gomel
Philippines
United States
Hurrah at Gibraltar Nis There and Persons Parade
A May 2-12 demonstration in Gibraltar drew large crowds along the Synany lines. Troops joined the parade amid chants of Viva Espana while a prominent symbolist list carried banners and large Spain symbols.
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Syaninaty
WIEN
Smitiv
Anlithry
Spain
Breach in Pennsylvania Plans Challenges Army Quotas
Washington May 1 Pennsylvania used political pressure to win extra volunteers and alter the war department’s plans. The move skews infantry and artillery quotas, risks discontent in New York and other states, and may lead to skeletal formations and corps reorganization.
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Pennsylvania
War Department
Cunard
New York
Minois
Coal Proclamation Aims to Block Warship Coal Supply
May 1 in St. Joins North Florida a proclamation from imperial secretary Joseph Chamberlain declares no coal shall be supplied to belligerent ships for direct voyages to their country or to neutral destinations. It states coal should be denied if there is reason to believe it will be used for another purpose, a move considered to blunt aggression.
Heavily armed guard at Carpenter's Steel works
A dozen armed guards began duty at Carpenter's Steel works in Reading Pennsylvania today after reports of suspected spies near other government jobs. Guards have orders to shoot anyone who refuses to leave after warning.
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Reading
Carpenter's Steel Works
Spain's Procrastination Policy on Armored Ships
Paris announces French authorities will allow war material shipments to both sides, sending gun carriages and parts for the Spanish cruiser Carlos V to Ferrol. Madrid reportedly expects Spain to concentrate nine armored ships by May end, while fearing a first Atlantic defeat could topple the dynasty. Spanish agents in Mexico allegedly fund Apache uprisings to hinder cavalry movements toward the East as Havana braces for defense.
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Carlos V
Creugot
Ferrol
Spain
Atlantic
Cape Verd
Cadiz
Porte
Madrid
Mexico
Style and furnishings reveal the occupant’s character
A speaker notes that home decor shows the owner’s taste. Ordinary styles mark the thoughtless buyer, garish colors indicate the careless buyer, while dainty harmonious designs reflect artistic taste. The question asks readers which style they will choose.
Columbia and Portamouth Fleet Movements Report
The Eridder Minneanolis arrived from Porthind and anchored off the navy yard. Columbia bow plates damaged by her anchor will leave for Porthind in the morning while the Muttheapolie heads west toward Towton.
Unclear report on execution of Josef Yebowlas
A May 1 dispatch from Key West, Florida, says there is no truth to reports of the execution of Josef Yebowlas who was allegedly under surveillance by a monitor during suspicious behavior. He has not been placed in a hospital or prison.
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Fla
Josef Yebowlas
Durian
Urhal
Unclear exchange hints at family connections and marriages
A garbled dialogue fragment suggests a character claims familiarity with Mrs Skwnore and a distant relation. The scene references marriage links, noting a morning newspaper note about a "second wife" and a "fourth husband" tied to a Chicago Tribune context.
Vault guarded by Holmes Electric Protective System
A bank vault is protected by the Holmes Electric Protective System as described in the article. The system provides security for the vault, detailing its protective technology and installation context within the bank.
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Holmes
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