Colonels Thrift Posts No Volunteer Call Yet
Des Moines April 19 dispatch notes widespread calls for town volunteers in various counties are unauthorized and risk invalid sourcing. Adjutant General Byers warns no commission exists from Governor Shaw or himself. He states volunteers will be accepted only under the president's or Washington's directive.
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Fayette
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Spaniards in New York Prepare to Leave on Panama
About 150 Spanish residents in New York will depart aboard the Panama for Havana and Mexican ports, carrying 10,000 barrels of provisions for the Cuban army. Most Spaniards stay, with free passage offered to those unable to pay. Some may be redirected to Puerto Rico, others landed in Havana. A Seneca and an Ardina shipment follow, carrying military supplies and jerked beef from Montevideo, amid unsettled Havana reception.
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Spanish Fleet Readies for Cuba as War Looms
New York April 20 The Herald reports the Spanish fleet anchored at St Vincent Cape Verde Islands may sail for Cuba at once if war is declared. The force includes Cristobal Colon Infanta Maria Teresa torpedo boats Furor Terror Pluton Ariete Rayor Agora with Vizcaya Almirante Oquendo expected to join by Wednesday. Officers and sailors are tense, no shore leave, vessels stripped for action and ready to sail at a moment.
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Cape Verde Islands
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Wall Street Regiments Formed for Spanish War Readiness
In New York on April 20 pledges secured to raise 100000 for a Wall Street regiment of 1000 volunteers in case of hostilities with Spain. No officers chosen yet, but a known military man may become colonel. Origin credited to Conner or Theodore Meyers with stock exchange support. Members include non traders and exchange workers. many National Guard veterans in banking and finance have applied, while banks plan to preserve staff and salaries during service.
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Pr Dents
Will Build Ship for Russia
Washington reports the Russian government placed orders for two 12,000-ton battleships to be built in the United States. The hulls and machinery will be made by the Cramps, and Bethlehem Iron will provide the armor and guns. The ships are described as among the best ever produced and superior to any previously built in the country.
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United States
Navy Department
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Navy says no more warships available to acquire
Washington reports at the navy department that efforts to secure the Chilean battleship O Higgins have been practically abandoned. No prospects exist for obtaining additional foreign ships or vessels being built in foreign shipyards. The United States will instead focus on building up the auxiliary fleet to maintain seaborne strength.
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Navy Department
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To Be or Not to War Cuban Independence Sparks Senate Clash
The Senate adopted the conference report amid a fierce battle over independence for Cuba. Radical supporters pressed for recognition, but the majority prevailed 42 to 35, setting the stage for war. The joint resolutions declare Cuba free and independent and authorize U S forces to act to carry them into effect.
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Miles to front as Army commander prepares to leave
Washington April 20 Intense war department activity lists plans for troop transport contracts and the frontward posting of commanders. Gen Miles will depart by Wednesday night with three aides Captains Michler Maus and Davis. Packing and camping sites are being set at Chickamauga New Orleans Tampa and Mobile. A 1000 mule pack train from Jefferson Barracks will head to Chickamauga and then Cuba. Army reorganization bill pending will add three majors per regiment and trigger promotions for captains.
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Insurgents Again Hold Advantage in Pinar del Rio Fight
In Pinar del Rio ongoing clashes favored the insurgents as they attacked a Spanish force at Hipujarosa, driving back government troops and securing the initiative in renewed fighting near Havana on April 19.
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Rochefort Says Senate Vote Shows U S Desires War
Henri Rochefort told a World correspondent in Paris that the U S senate vote indicates the American nation wants war with Spain. He claimed it neutralizes McKinley’s idea that intervention would mean annexation or protection as an equivalent.
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Markets Report from Sioux City South Omaha and Chicago
Sioux City live stock results show hogs mixed to heavy trading at 3.00 to 3.65 per lot, cattle including cows and heifers from 1.25 to 4.10, butchers and calves varied around 3.00 to 5.00. South Omaha receipts around 2,600 hogs with market weak to steady. Chicago hogs receipts about 21,000 with mixed prices around 3.60 to 3.80. cattle and sheep receipts and steadier markets noted. Kansas City and other markets show mixed cattle and mutton values with tepid demand.
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Grain Market Quotation Log From Chicago and Twin Cities
Grain and provisions prices published from Chicago and Minneapolis to Duluth include cash quotes for wheat, rye, oats, corn and barley, with futures and track rates. Entries list No 2 red and white spring, No 1 northern, track prices, and provisions like pork and lard, plus creamery and dairy items, across dates April 12 to April 19.
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