Pope Eases Pressure on Spain Sinking Cuba Crisis
Rome reports quote Archbishop Ireland as hopeful peace efforts may succeed and talks of pacific mediation by powers. Vatican circles say war might be prevented if Spain relinquishes Cuba with compensation, as queen regent and pope favor avoiding conflict.
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Mines in the Mississippi Protect New Orleans Forts
New Orleans reports active preparations on the Mississippi River below the city at Forts Jackson and St. Philip. Major Quinn and Lt Jervey inspected the sites for mine laying and torpedo placement as electric shore batteries are installed. Torpedoes arrive from Willett's Point and locally manufactured stocks grow. Commander Wadhams coordinates 22 vessels to patrol 440 miles along the Gulf coast from Galveston to Mobile.
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Spaniards Realize Last Stage Of War At Hand
In New York on April 20 observers say Spain faces a final stage in Cuba questions as peace talks hinge on U S intervention. Ministers note mixed U S opinion, favoring moderate counsel to maintain peace, while acknowledging America may demand concessions and intervention if needed. Both sides understand Spain’s grip on Cuba is fading yet seek to honor the maternal bond amid possible conflict.
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Madrid Press Calls for Calm After Malaga Attack
The Imparcial deplores the outrage at the American consulate in Malaga and urges apologies while warning against provoking a war. Epoca counsels gentleness toward rioters, noting provocation from various quarters and urging Spain to defend its rights with dignity. Officials plan to publish the Maine disaster inquiry report.
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Indians Hold Ghost Dance At Ghost Camp
Nearly 1000 Cheyenne Indians gather on the North Canadian bank far from the agency. Medicine men conduct rites while whites and educated Indians are barred from a central council. Fears rise of an uprising in response to beef shortages and anti polygamy enforcement as troops are away from Forts Reno and Sill.
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Publisher Offered 2 Million Cuban Bonds Help Independence Vote
In Washington on April 19 a prominent newspaper owner with two papers said he was offered 2,000,000 Cuban bonds if he backed Cuban independence recognition. The offer included a guarantee a bank would pay forty cents on the dollar when independence was recognized. The claim helped sway the defeat of the independence resolution.
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Consuls Departure Excites Puerto Rico War Effects
April 20 report from New York states United States consul Hanna’s departure from San Juan disrupted mail, triggering major excitement. Food prices in Puerto Rico reportedly doubled, sparking internal demonstrations. Havana dispatched two battalions to reinforce Puerto Rico’s garrison along with Madrid artillery. Orders have been issued.
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Naval Demonstration If Spain Refuses Cuba
Washington April 18 reports say a large naval and military demonstration will be ordered if Spain does not quit Cuba. The Key West fleet, possibly joined by Schley, may appear off Havana within days, while militia from states could be called to service as the navy moves to clear the way and defend southern fortifications.
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Plan of the Gresham to reach the Atlantic for war service
Naval constructors plan to move revenue cutter Gresham down the St Lawrence to the Atlantic. The vessel will be hauled out at the St Lawrence Marine Railway, bow trimmed by thirty feet, and pontooned to pass through lower canals. Two other revenue cutters completed at Globe Iron Works, Cleveland, are to follow in May.
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Divided On Coffee Tax Sparks House Debate
Arbuckles oppose a 2 cent per pound tax on stock in hand of coffee while the sugar trust backs the plan. The conflict splits coffee brokers into two camps with suspicions that the sugar trust prompted the measure. The tax would lightly affect the sugar trust, and long running hostilities between the trust and Arbuckle interests continue.
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Government Negotiating for a Steam to Matanzas Cuba
Tampa April 18 The Fern arrived from Key West with ammunition and sails today for Island City. One car arrived yesterday with two more due. The government seeks to charter either the Olivette or the Florida from Plant System to reach Matanzas Cuba and repatriate over 800 destitute Americans. Consul Brice reported many Americans were stranded and unable to sail on available steamers. A Treasury telegram asked if any local vessels could be chartered to escort Matanzas-bound ships for evacuation.
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The Cause of Dyspepsia in Scranton Ad
An 1890s notice asserts dyspepsia stems from impoverished blood and weak nerves. Patient Joseph L Vaudyke of Scranton recounts lifelong stomach misery, doctors misdiagnosed catarrh, and Dr Williams Pink Pills restored health by boosting blood nutrition and nerve strength.
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Yankee Pride and Trade Catarrh Cure Ad Afloat
Excerpts show Fitzhugh Lee praising Yankee identity in a Virginian context, a Hall’s Catarrh Cure advertisement with endorsements from West Truax Walding and others, and a note about a balloon ascent planned to cross the Alps at 15,000 feet for photog raphic and scientific purposes.
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