National Defense Fund Debate Grips Capitol Galleries
Washington lawmakers and packed galleries debated a $50,000,000 national defense appropriation. A deficiency bill adding $30,000,000 for defense and $100,000 for naval coal passed amid applause. Speakers defended the measure as a peace precaution, not war, urging executive stewardship and unity across parties. Senators later considered the District of Columbia appropriation.
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Unanimous House backs 50 million defense fund vote
Washington reports a united House of Representatives approving a 50 million dollar defense appropriation for President McKinley's discretion. The vote, 311 to 6, broke peers and paired absences, with Speaker Reed voting in his capacity as representative amid a rare show of unity in support of national defense. Calhoun nominated.
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Spain Lacks Funds to Prolong War with United States
A World Washington dispatch reports Spain has exhausted every means to raise money for the war against the United States with no success. Minister Woodford’s cable to the cabinet says European financial centers rejected Spain’s overtures and that Sagasta’s ministry may face overthrow amid unfavorable election prospects. Madrid papers end gloomily on Spain US relations, cautioning that years of strain may bring continued uncertainty and damage.
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Elated Spain US Ties Hold. Cadiz Torpedo Boats Stay
A diplomatic note from Madrid reports that Spain and the United States will maintain friendly relations and continue work. Spanish torpedo squadron at Cadiz will not sail for Cuba due to a government formation. the fleet will remain in port, with no sail planned in the future.
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American Schooner Esther Captured Near Cuba
Pound in a hole on the south coast of Cuba, the Spanish gun Ardilla captured the American schooner Esther of Edenton, N C, bound from Pensacola to Sumatot. The captain says the rudder broke. if proven, the vessel may be released. Maine court inquiries pursue wreck reports from divers.
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New Destroyers Patented by Sedalia Inventor
Sedalia Mo March 10 Crown a train dispatcher for Miss Pacific railway at Sedalia was notified he had been granted a patent on an aluminum aerial torpedo ship. The 120 foot long battleship designed to cross oceans at over twenty mph could be built for under 10000 each in two to three weeks. Inventor Brown has applied for foreign patents and experts say the invention could revolutionize naval warfare.
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Illinois National Guard preps for Cuba mobilization
Springfield dispatch reports Adjutant General Reece saying 7500 guardsmen will board cars within twelve hours, forming the bulk of the national force to depart for New York and embark for Cuba. Four thousand Springfield rifles were just recovered from the government for this mobilization.
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Triple Alliance formulates a policy on neutrality
A Berlin to Rome dispatch reports Germany, Austria, and Italy study a Spain United States clash and propose united neutral steps. The three powers aim to preserve absolute neutrality if arms clash becomes likely, with Viscount Venosta, Premier Rudin, and Admiral Candia involved as Cuba mission looms.
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Signs of clearing war clouds dampen Spain tensions
Washington reports a hopeful shift in views toward Spain amid cabinet briefings and AP dispatches from Madrid suggesting peaceful Spanish aims. Officials note growing belief in U S resilience and warn that defense preparations continue while potential ship purchases abroad remain contingent on neutral conduct and nonmilitarization.
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Court of Inquiry Work
Havana March 10 The court of inquiry did little yesterday Consul General Lee briefly examined and one diver The wreck dominated proceedings Spanish divers worked mainly on the forward part Captain Peral observed the wreck from a boat Captain Sigsbee advised Admiral Manterolh of the Montgomery s approach A buoy near the Pern was set for divers and wreckers Esther the American schooner seized by Ardila was forced to sea repaired rudder and released Sen Proctor Miss Horton Parker and Dr Egan returned from Sagua Ia Grande and Cienfuegos Proctor believes Barker will withdraw as consul at Saga Ia Grande
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Montgomery Sails for Havana and Key West Mission
Orders directed the U S cruiser Montgomery to sail for Havana at 5 pm. Commander Convers held a lengthy briefing with Admiral Sicard outlining the mission and objectives.
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Corean cabinet to impeach foreign minister over lease agreement
In Yokohama in March, reports say the Corean cabinet will impeach the foreign minister for a lease. The note cites tensions involving Veer islando Russia.
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Two Spanish Warships Stir U S Public Over Cuba
A New York Tribune analysis notes the arrival of the Spanish warship Almirante Oquendo amid Cuba relief efforts and a rising belief in Spain’s naval prowess. It details the Maine inquiry, underwater wreck findings, and doubts about an external explosion, while outlining Cuba's internal politics and the growing influence of intransigentes? and volunteers amid escalating tensions with the United States. Senator Proctor tours regions near Mavana to assess conditions as American relief aids starving Cubans.
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Maine’s starboard turret blown clear from the ship
New York reports the Maine’s starboard turret was blown off and lies on its side in mud. Ship’s carpenter George Helms, familiar with the vessel, privately corroborates Ensign Powellson on bottom plates and keel damage. Naval inspector Moorer joins Mangrove court of inquiry for structural evidence.
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Coast Defense Orders Move Artillery to Point Loma
Lieutenant Yumphrey commands a battery at San Diego Harbor and has orders to move his company to Point Loma to mount three 10 inch rifles recently delivered for harbor defense.
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Cramps Draft Plans for Foreign Ship Plant Rumor
Philadelphia reports that the Cramps are drawing plans for a foreign power, believed to be Russia, to erect a first class shipbuilding plant similar to theirs. The notice mentions the shipyard project and potential construction of several battleships.
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Great Market Flurry Over War News
Global stocks swung on Cuban tensions and fears of war with Mussolini, with sharp early losses in London and New York. Markets rebounded slightly as traders reassessed, but widespread declines persisted in Spanish bonds and sugar while government bonds held firmer.
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Queen of Pickpockets Shot in San Francisco Saloon
Manuel Keating known as the Queen of Pickpockets was fatally shot by Jerry Sullivan, a city hall janitor, in her husband’s saloon after a dispute over a bill. Sullivan also wounded Keating in the neck. both were taken into custody. Police identify Keating as a notorious con artist linked to alleged World’s Fair misdeeds in Chicago.
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Pension Swindler Cral Arrested in Topeka Trial planned
George Crall a noted pension swindler was brought to Topeka for trial after Holton arrest by a government inspector. Crall using aliases E Wright J B Allen and G W Brown claimed to be a pension examiner and lured pensioners into paying to fix supposed office problems. He operated across Missouri Nebraska Iowa and other states and is said to have amassed a sizable sum. Government inspectors have pursued the case for over six months.
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Widespread Notes From Wire on Markets and Politics
Spain cuts wheat tariffs due to high prices while a Pennsylvania mill strike in Greenville is settled. Richard Croker plans a trip to England, with John F. Carroll likely to lead Tammany Hall in his absence. Michigan Governor Pingree schedules a March 15 special session to address rail and tax issues. Wicaragoan congress adjourns to August 1869. President Melaya hosts a palace banquet for house members. A Chicago circuit court verdict awards $10,000 to Susan v. Stcdohn against North Chicago Street Railway for injuries.
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Route for grain signed by Canadian-Atlantic line
In Cleveland on March 9 the Canadian-Atlantic line chartered five steel steamers from Menominee Transit and Globe Iron Works for two years to operate between Duluth Chicago and Parry Sound. The vessels will be fitted for grain by Menominee before May 1 and can carry about 45,000 tons of ore per season. The deal gives western shippers an all lake and rail route to Chicago and Duluth, potentially expanding tonnage needs.
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Supreme Court Upholds Nebraska Maximum Freight Rate Law
The Supreme Court today ruled Nebraska's maximum freight rate for railroad transportation is constitutional, reversing the Eighth Circuit. The decision held the law authorizing rate controls does not deprive due process and is valid. The case tested Nebraska's authority to fix intrastate freight rates.
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Markets Across Sioux City and Kansas City Feeders
Sioux City stockyards show hogs light to heavy mixed with prices around 3.0 to 8.73. Cattle receipts numbered about 3,000 with steady to good demand. sheep receipts up to 8,000 with market steady. Chicago reports slow hogs with heavy and light ranges and sheep at 15,000 head. Kansas City shows cattle receipts near 7,000 with best grades steady and Texas steers around 84 dollars.
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Grain Markets and Prices in Chicago Report
Grain and provisions prices show quiet cash nutations with mixed futures in Chicago on March 8. No. 2 spring and No. 2 yellow wheat traded around parities while flax and timothy seeds posted gains, and pork, lard, and rib cuts displayed varied values. Wool and butter markets held steady alongside steady fresh eggs and quiet cheese, with Liverpool wheat futures near modest highs and corn and rye futures uneven.
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