Volunteers Call Sparks State Authority Debate
A wave of unauthorized volunteer calls across Iowa prompts Adjutant General Byers to denounce them. He insists no commission exists from Gov Shaw or the state and warns such recruiting will be invalid. Separately, a Rock Island wreck near Libertyville fatally injures three men, while Amelia Staley’s marriage to Lewis Gere ends her late father’s estate dispute.
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Few Spaniards Leave New York as War Looms
In New York on April 20 a Lanama sailing to Havana and Mexican ports will carry about 150 Spanish residents, plus 10,000 barrels of provisions for Cuba. Of 3,008 Spaniards in the city, most stay despite hostilities, with some leaving free if unable to pay. Landing points include Havana and possibly Puerto Rico. Seneca and Aberdune steamships accompany shipments. Rumors of halted provisions and Red Cross charters swirl.
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Spanish Fleet Ready to Sail If War Declared
New York April 20 A Heralds St Vincent Cape Verde Islands report says the Spanish fleet including Cristobal Colon Infanta Maria Veresi and torpedo boats Furor Terror Pluton Ariete Rayor Azora anchored in this harbor will sail for Cuba immediately if war is declared Vizcaya and Almirante Oquendo now en route from Puerto Rico are expected to help by Wednesday Crews are tense and no shore leave is granted as ships stand stripped and ready to move at a moment’s notice
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Wall Street Regimen To Raise 100000 For War Injuries
Washington X. Conner and Theodore Meyers push a plan on the stock exchange floor to raise 100000 for a Wall Street regiment of 1000 volunteers. Officers not yet chosen but a renowned military man may lead as colonel. The project draws widespread broker support and includes both exchange and non exchange members. Many national guard members employed by banks have volunteered and may keep their jobs and salaries during service.
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Will Build Ship for Russia Ordered to Cramps
Washington April 20 Russian government placed orders for two 42 000 ton battleships in the United States. Vessels to equal any afloat and superior in fighting line. Hulls and machinery by the Cramps, armour and guns by Bethlehem Iron company. All equipment and material to be American made.
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No More Warships: Navy Ends Chilean O’Higgins Quest
Washington April 19 It was stated at the navy department that efforts to secure the Chilean battleship O’Higgins were practically abandoned and there were no prospects of obtaining more warships from foreign nations or built abroad. The department would confine its efforts to auxiliary construction.
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Congress Reaches War War Resolution On Cuba
Washington April 20 The tocsin of war sounds as Congress adopts the conference report by 42 to 35 with radicals pushing for independence recognition. Senate and House approve resolutions declaring Cuba free and independent and authorizing use of forces to carry out the policy while disavowing sovereignty over the island.
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General Miles to Go to Front as Army Sends New Command
Washington April 2 Intense war department activity plans complete troop transport contracts and dispatch of commanders Miles will depart by Wednesday night with three aides Captains Michler Maus and I Davis The Sixth cavalry moves today from Fort Myer to Washington area camping sites chosen at Chickamauga New Orleans and Tampa A thousand mule pack train contracted at Jefferson Barracks Missouri to be sent to Chickamauga and then Cuba Militia officers drop opposition to army reorganization advancing plans for three additional majors per regiment and promotions for captains
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Fighting in Pinar del Rio Deepens Conflict Report
Havana April 19 dispatch reports further fighting in Pinar del Rio as insurgents attack Spanish forces at Espajarosa and gain the upper hand in engagements, with official acknowledgment of intensified hostilities in the region.
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Rochefort Says Senate Vote Indicates War Mood
Henri Rochefort told a World correspondent in Paris that the United States Senate vote shows Americans want wartime action against Spain. He cited that the vote neutralizes McKinley’s suggestion that intervention implies annexation or protection, framing it as a move toward conflict.
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Markets Recall Mixed Livestock Prices Across Cities
Sioux City reports include hogs at 6.74 to 8.? heavy and mixed receipts. cattle from 1.54 to 4.50 for stockers. calves at 3.30 to 3.00. South Omaha shows heavy hogs weaker, cattle light receipts and steady sheep. Chicago notes slow hogs with heavy at 3.80 to 3.92 and cattle steady. Kansas City lists steady to strong cattle with steers around 2.79 to 3.10 and lambs 1.80 to 2.25.
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Grain Market Quotation Front Chicago April 19
Grain and provisions prices move in Chicago with mixed quotes across staples. Wheat No. 2 red at 1.07 to 1.08, No. 3 spring 2.98 to 3.08, corn 30 to 34 cents, oats 26 to 29 cents, rye and barley listed, seed and hay prices noted. Provisions show mess pork 9.75 to 9.80, lard 5.45, short rib sides 5.00 to 5.50, sugar steady, butter creamery 18 to 19 cents, eggs 9 to 12 cents, cheese 2 to 2.50, laundry. Liverpool market notes wheat closing Mar Apr.
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