Maine Court of Inquiry finds Maine sunk by mine
Washington March 29 the Maine court of inquiry reported that the battleship Maine was destroyed by a submarine mine near Havana harbor. The blast lifted the forward section and caused a secondary explosion in forward magazines. No fault by any officer or crew was found, and no individuals were named responsible. The president transmitted findings with a call for calm and further consideration.
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Spain Opens Door to Concessions in Maine Dispute
Washington dispatch reports a cabinet meeting focused on the Maine issue with minor changes to the president's message. Spain signals willingness to concede and even withdraw troops from Cuba on conditions, aiming to avoid war, though negotiations remain unresolved. Concurrently, Russian forces display control as Chinese garrisons withdraw from Port Arthur and Taicien Wan, raising tensions in the region.
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Spain says no note sent to U S on Cuban relief
Madrid March 28 Premier Sagasta states Spain has not sent a note to the United States regarding relief for Cubans. The remark clarifies Madrid’s position amid rumors of diplomatic exchanges. No further details were provided.
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Havana Disturbance Fears Prompt Naval Readiness
Washington reports Havana faces potential riots amid anti American Weylerite tensions. Lee warns the situation is critical and the Navy and State Department coordinate to deploy a warship from Key West within four hours if trouble erupts. Captain Sampson, in direct contact with Lee, oversees fleet readiness at Havana harbor.
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Testimony on Maine wreck dives reveals extensive blast damage
Washington March 30 testimony from Olson chief gunner's mate on the Iowa describes dives off Havana to inspect the Maine wreck. He notes blown wheels bent plates shells and disturbed bottom structure with armor plate misaligned and mud hole uncertainty in Morgan's mud finding tale.
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Smoother Sailing Is Predicted Amid War Cloud Dispersion
A New York telegraph reports a miraculous turn of events suggesting a major forthcoming action to calm the Cuban crisis and avert full war. A Madrid source claims confidence in an early, effective peace between Spain and the United States, aligning with Spanish honor and Cuban justice.
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Steamboats Fire On by Reckless Shooters Near Moundsville
In a string of attacks on steamboats at Moundsville WV, several vessels including the Virginia and Pittsburgh towboat Sam Clark were struck by bullets from long range weapons. Crews faced a panic while authorities in West Virginia and federal courts prepare prosecutions against the shooters.
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Lee Prepares for Trouble in Havana Crisis
New York March 20 Herald Havana Special reports Secretary General Consiglio asked General Lee to allow a personal body guard. Lee declined and Consiglio increased plain clothes detective detail. Lee, fearing a serious crisis, is preparing a revised list of all Americans in Havana with addresses for rapid contact. There is an extra guard around the American consulate.
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Audaz and Osado Torpedo Boats Struck by Gale at Sea
The torpedo boat destroyers Audaz and Osado encountered a violent storm while crossing the Bay of Biscay from Clyde to Pierott Spain. Audaz arrived at a port with severe damage after an eighteen hour battering, while Osado's fate remained unconfirmed.
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Major Warner Sees War Imminent and Praises McKinley
Major William Warner, new U S district attorney, returns from Washington and states war with Spain may be unavoidable. He praises President McKinley as the coolest man in Washington and asserts the nation's honor would be safeguarded if war becomes necessary, while warning against prolonging the Cuban crisis.
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Trial Today For New German Torpedo Boat For U S Navy
Tronado, March 29 The German torpedo boat bought at Schichau yards for the United States will be crewed by sailors from the cruiser San Francisco The vessel is slower by one knot than the German navy wanted and undergoes a sea trial today It will depart for home as soon as ready Colonel Bates travels to Belgium tomorrow to buy guns
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Busy day in Washington shapes peace tone for Cuba
Washington reports a day of broad action across the White House Congress and diplomatic circles as President McKinley and his advisers met in special session. The Maine disaster and court of inquiry evidence dominated debate with no aggressive policy outlined, while discussions continued on Cuban relief and immediate action, as lawmakers urged swift settlement of the Spain Cuba issue.
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War notes from Havana and Maine wreck salvage update
A Havana editorial calls US notes to Spain a declaration of war while Cuba remains a flashpoint. The report notes 700 troops arrived from Spain and the naval board, led by Chidwick, Cowles, and Wainwright, met to decide how to salvage the Maine wreckage, with several guns and warheads already aboard barges.
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Mrs Parnell Dies in London After Injuries
Mrs Della Tudor Parnell, daughter of Rear Admiral Charles Stewart and mother of Charles Stewart Parnell, died last night in London after injuries from a doorway incident. The report notes her prominent American lineage and Irish ties, detailing her relation to the Parnell family and her status as mother to the Irish leader.
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