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Newspaper
The Dakota Huronite
Location
Huron, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1898
Page
1
An advertisement extols Syrup of Figs as a pleasant, gentle yet prompt remedy for kidneys liver and bowels. It claims to cleanse the system dispel fevers and headaches and relieve habitual constipation. The California Fig Syrup Co markets 50 cent bottles nationwide and urges buyers not to accept substitutes.
Legislative report notes that the measure as adopted mirrors the introduced version. It outlines that changes are minimal, preserving core provisions while aligning with chamber concerns. No major alterations appear to affect scope or intent.
The House moves toward a near unity stance on recognizing Cuba as free while a Turpie amendment is declared minority. Three hundred and ten votes cast in favor of the declaration, with five Republicans and one Independent Democrat recorded in the tally.
Washington reports reveal sharp debate among U.S. senators over renewing European powers concert for peace with Spain. Opinions vary on representations and possible outcomes, with analysts noting no broad coalition likely against U.S. course.
The joint resolution recognizes Cuba's independence and demands Spain relinquish authority and withdraw forces. It authorizes the president to use U S land and naval forces and militia to enforce the resolution, and states the United States will not seek sovereignty over Cuba beyond pacification. The senate adopted the conference report after a dramatic midnight session with broad public interest.
A dispatch from St. Vincent at Cape Verde islands reports a Spanish fleet of six torpedo boats two ironclads and one transport stationed there awaiting orders.
Washington reports the president is unlikely to veto any resolution Congress adopts on Cuba. He does not expect a resolution recognizing insurgent independence, yet would view such recognition as an encroachment on executive prerogative. Cabinet has not discussed actions if Congress declares independence.
A special three section Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe train left La Junta at 2 pm bound for St Louis carrying 362 enlisted men and 14 officers of the Eleventh Infantry. The unit had been stationed at Fort Apache and other Arizona points.
Washington April 20—In one of its hardest battles, the House forced the Senate to yield on the main war contention by insisting on independence of the existing Cuban government. The final tally was 810 for the declaration to go to war, with six votes against, including five Republicans and one Democrat.
Toronto April 20 expert artillerymen of Canada are sought by United States military authorities. Gunner Ross of Battery A at Kingston procured discharge and has left for Washington. He will be followed by at least 50 of the best artillerymen of the Dominion joining the U S Army.
Spanish residents in New York will be transported home under instructions from the Spanish minister. Consul general Arturo Balda sano said arrangements ensure all who wish to depart can sail within a day or two aboard the Panama.
A cable between Key West and Punta Rassa was found cut about two miles before Sandel Island, roughly 117 miles from Key West. The break appeared clean, raising suspicion. The fault was repaired and details remained secret. Separately, the Allan Line steamship Lucerne, about 2000 tons, was reported sold to the United States.
Wasu Hisneton April 20 Secretary Gage issues a circular allowing treasury department officers clerks or employees to leave temporarily to join military service in war. Temporary appointments will fill vacated posts with the understanding the employee will be reinstated when they return and the temporary clerk will be removed.
London April 20 The Rome correspondent of The Daily Chronicle reports France and Italy, with the Vatican, urging Spain to abandon Cuba. Spain is secretly inclined but wants to await war outbreak to appear yielding to force and win public support. Officials in Madrid await developments to maintain appearances, with no war believed imminent.
Madrid April 20 The mood in Spain grows gloomier as stock exchange declines and currency rises signifying anxiety about a likely rupture. The cabinet met for three hours with Senor Sagasta presenting a throne speech urging national unity around the young king and pledging decisive action to defend sovereignty and honor.
London reports the Spanish warship Barcelona passed Dover at 1:85 a m bound west, as another Spanish ship moves toward the western theater of the conflict.
Cable dispatches directed all American diplomatic and consular officers to watch for movements of Spanish war craft in British waters and report any such movement to Washington immediately.
Mrs. Emma Tuomas of North Solon Ohio recounts a daughter with swollen neck and heart trouble after exertion. She describes unable to sweep or move arms, limbs bloated, and rapid breathing. Six bottles of Hood s Sarsaparilla cured her with no relapse. Hood s Sarsaparilla advertised as the best blood purifier sold by druggists.
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