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Newspaper
Sioux County Bee
Location
Rock Valley, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1898
Page
3
Secretary Long has shifted from a calm stance to grave concerns over the Spain situation. He confides to friends that the matter risks derailing peace efforts and that congressional anger will rise with the Maine inquiry report. Anti American sentiment in Spain grows as officials warn Congress and the public.
Havana dispatch notes E Comercio editorial arguing fear of international disorder keeps the United States intact. McKinley faces domestic issues if war breaks out. Southern and Western states are seen as ready to secede if pressures mount. Cuban leaders report rebel leaders Alvarez Nunez Espinosa killed while negotiating surrender and unrest. General Bermudez cites discipline as reason for the killings.
The cruiser Abreual has been rechristened Albany by Long, honoring New York’s capital after its purchase from Brazil. Reports say a rowdy element in Alaska has seized Bennetts Road, threatening the region, prompting orders to Skaguay garrison to mobilize and guard people and property.
In Frankfort Kentucky March 23 a suspected genuine case of smallpox appeared in the state penitentiary. Prison officials say it is not smallpox but have isolated the patient in the hospital ward for infectious diseases awaiting the penitentiary physician Dr Stewart from Bell county to return. The man was recently brought from Montgomery County where outbreaks were reported.
Providence March 23 John 8 Herreshoff head of the Bristol shipyard left for Washington to discuss contracts with the Navy. A high official says he will build two 52 12 knot destroyers for the United States at $550,000 each, delivering by January 15.
A seven story Schooman building wedged between two fireproof skyscapes in Chicago burned this afternoon. The elevator boy is believed killed. no other lives are confirmed lost. Loss estimated near three quarters of a million. A crowd gathered as firefighters battled the blaze and neighbors remained wary of a repeat disaster.
Grain and provisions prices from Chicago show mixed cash quotations for spring wheat and corn, with No 2 and No 1 grades listed. Butter and dairy prices steady, oats and barley noted, while Liverpool closes wheat and corn with modest gains and losses reflecting general market calm.
Report to Washington signs off on an exterior blast on the Maine’s port side and notes a second interior explosion in the reserve magazine. It states the ship broke in two, the bow points east, the ram lies off to port, and finds no evidence implicating Spanish officials.
A boat load of powder and supplies said to be from Fort Schuyler landed at Governor's Island. Barrels cans and tarpaulins covered explosives were secured on the pier. Fourteen inch guns are being sent to Key West and Dry Tortugas with other guns heading south from Westervliet arsenal to test the inland water route's strategic value.
Washington March 22 The senate committee on Pacific railroads plans to report bills for settling the Central Pacific and Sioux City Pacific debts. A commission of treasury interior and attorney general secretaries is formed to settle the debts. An amendment requires the Central Pacific to pay the full amount due with interest. A minority report may push similar terms for the Sioux City and Pacific debt.
In Texas a Dallas man, Theodore Schausell, proposes to fight the Spanish Marquis de Alta Villa using swords or other weapons to defend Illinois Senator Mason. Schausell, a trusted friend of General Miles, claims service on the Indian frontier and under Generals Miles and McKenzie. London reports Spain bought the Garibaldi, and Argentina bought the Verze, with the U.S. too late to purchase both vessels.
The American Steel and Wire company is formed with a capital of 12,000,000 including headquarters in Chicago. Incorporators are J. W. Gates, J. I. Elwood, and E. I. Gary. Springfield, AL reports the March 22 filing with a note on the banquet remark about a man’s badder appearance.
Washington March 22 Officials in all quarters show keen expectancy for the Maine court of inquiry report. Citations say the document may arrive within days though no official character is disclosed. Four Maine survivors and naval constructor Hoover met with Secretary Long at the White House amid efforts to identify wrecked plates and detail the calamity.
Reports from March 22 say Spain and the United States government are purchasing large quantities of meats and provisions from New York City firms. The Navy department is a major buyer, with 1,000 barrels of family beef shipped last week. Extra orders have been placed by New York packers and firms like Leggett & Co and 2. C. Williams & Co. for canned meats and provisions for naval use.
Secretary Gage says if Spain is found responsible for the Maine disaster the United States would declare war within fifteen minutes. Most people believe the explosion was an accident. The Wheeler Sterling Projectile Company plans a contract to supply over a million dollars worth of armor piercing projectiles.
Berlin reports an interview with Robled the former minister of justice. He condemns Cuban policy, recalls Weyler, says Alanco cannot subdue the rebellion, and states Spain would rather go to war than yield to humiliation. He blames the government and warns the queen and dynasty may bear the crisis’s burden.
New York report says the monster terror named Serrory is ordered to leave this port and join the squadron under Admiral Sicard at Dry Tortugas. Sailors confirm movement with brief vessel redeployment details amid military readiness.
Washington March 22 The court of inquiry report will test executive and congressional restraint as warlike sentiment grows. Leaders predict action to back Cuban independence, likely driven by Spain’s exit or a broader armed stand. Congress, though divided in area, leans toward vigorous, just measures.
Crew of the Right Arm, including thirteen men, refuse to return to Havana after recent wreck findings. They report fear of Spaniards, recount difficulties in Miavana, and discuss orders from Merritt & Chapman Wrecking to withhold details about the Maine wreck.
San Francisco March 22 The battleship Oregon left this morning for Callao Peru where she will likely receive orders to join the Atlantic Fleet. The voyage signals a shift in deployment as she heads toward strategic aims and potential assignment.
Washington March 22 The Maine disaster report from the naval board is likely to be debated in the House this week as part of the naval appropriation bill. A presidential message urging action on relations with Spain and possible war tensions may supersede other business if received. The Maine relief bill and private measures follow, with Senate plans subject to outside developments.
New York March 22 Much has been said about Spain privateering if war with the United States occurs The Mad press notes Spain would gain if the US fails to sign the Paris Treaty Yet Cuba may issue letters of marque to privateers once its independence is recognized by the United States Before that Cuba lacks republic status and privateers would be pirates But recognition would allow Cuban privateering and Spain would face punishment for turning guns on such vessels Several Atlantic coast ships are quietly being fitted as privateers in anticipation of war
Milwaukee March 2 Captain A B Davis of the revenue cutter Gresham says reports of Spain bombarding lakeside cities in wartime are ridiculous He notes Spain could arm boats secretly but would violate treaties and Canada would intervene He cites Al gonquin and Quon d as cutters ready at navigation’s start and dismisses threats as baseless old tubs Spain could obtain anyway
Washington report lists pensions granted on Saturday including original, increase and widow payments. Names cover Iowa Missouri and Nebraska recipients such as Michael A. Ironson Levi B. Cocklin Jesse Ke Lingaman Geo E. Dee David Burden Michael McLaughlin Abigail Guynn Mary Wegers Margaret Hunter and others with varied amounts.
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