06 Apr 1898
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1898
Page
1
The President has received late information and concludes that war may be avoided. The Queen Regent of Spain is wielding authority to prevent hostilities and work toward peace amid rising tensions.
Reports from Washington and Madrid detail moves toward possible armistice in Cuba amid U S Spain tensions. Officials hopeful war may be averted while Madrid faces European pressure to end hostilities. Cabinet resignations and ministerial changes are possible if peace efforts fail. General Lee's cable delays prompted White House caution.
About one hundred workers at the United States armory in Springfield Massachusetts were discharged this afternoon on orders from Washington. Workers were on the nd Springfield line as the war effort paused in April time frame.
Washington reports a telegram from London stating Spanish officials have contracted with European firms for 200000 stands of small arms and ammunition. Captain Sampson's war fleet at Key West will gain Amphratite within days, heading from Beaufort. In Senate, Miss Cisneros occupies a seat in the gallery amid a notable scene.
An extraordinary audience fills the senate gallery before convening. Families of notable leaders, diplomats, and Mrs John A Logan with ward Miss Cleneros attend. Sir Julian Pauncefote and other dignitaries occupy the diplomatic seats as Senator Proctor arrives to applause. The desk bears Easter lilies while the clerk begins the sundry civil bill after unanimous consent to resume consideration.
Seattle observers report Mount St Helens displaying clear signs of eruption. The peak, a sister volcano to Rainier and Adams, raises alarm among nearby towns as residents monitor activity.
Hong Kong April 6 reports the US fleet readying to sail and coal supplies being bought for the warships. The British steamer Nan shin has been purchased by US authorities to serve as a store ship for the fleet.
Madrid April 6 arrangements have been made to place American citizens and their property under British diplomatic protection should the United States minister Gen Woodford be recalled. No instructions have reached Gen Woodford yet. Woodford left the United States for his residence at 12 35 am. Political circles think Spain will try to avoid war though doubts persist.
Madrid reports a satisfactory settlement has been reached between the United States and Spain. Officials indicate an accord addresses outstanding issues and closes the dispute with both governments agreeing to terms.
Military officers have completed a war prep plan with constant work over weeks. One feature envisions a swift movement of a timed squadron under Commander Schley toward the Canary Islands as part of the anticipated conflict.
The Cuban junta issues an official declaration asserting that any outside interference is unacceptable and would provoke a Cuban arms response against the United States if such interference is attempted. The statement frames independence as non negotiable and warns against foreign meddling as a final resort.
The Cuban junta through Horatio Rubens condemns intervention without recognition of Cuban independence. It warns U S troops would be opposed, with the Cuban army prepared to resist and not cooperate, aiming for full independence and a free Cuban republic.
Officials in Washington and Madrid maintain optimism despite strong calls for forcible intervention. Markets reflect the unsettled mood as Spanish securities remain firm. Cuban leaders insist on full independence before peace terms, warning against any U S recognition tied to partial autonomy. Secretary Long declines to comment on Rubens’s statements, deferring to the president.
The battleship Texas sailed today from the navy yard dock at about 9 am to join the lying squadron at Hampton Roads. She cast off her lines, threaded through the harbor, and moved to sea amid salutes from nearby steam craft.
A state department dispatch sent late last night to Consul General Lee in Havana orders him to depart Havana at the earliest possible moment. The message, relayed to readers by a Washington, D. C. source, carries top level significance for U S diplomatic actions in Cuba.
New York April 6 reports instructions to Commander W H Brownson to sail home with the St Paul next week. The ship will be converted into an auxiliary cruiser under his command for inspection on the voyage home. The Varsea and Garibaldi cruisers were unavailable, and Italy declined to sell two armed ships.
London reports Madrid says the pope's mediation was not at McKinley's request and the Spanish government apologizes to United States Minister Woodford. Woodford accepts the explanation. the withdrawal changes affairs but avoids complications. Lieut. Gen. Correa, war minister, reportedly dislikes the situation.
April 6 report notes the queen regent in crisis handling talks directly with General Woodford through German and Austrian ambassadors. Spain is said ready to concede all America has asked, though the concession will be gilded to fit Spanish pretensions. The developments center on the regent taking control away from ministers and pursuing an accord.
New York reports immediate completion work on the protected cruiser Chicago. Several hundred mechanics will stay at work until commissioning. The Chicago is described as one of the world’s most powerful ships with four Sindh and fourteen Sindh riles, a large secondary armament, speed of 19 knots, and a crew of over 40. Enlistment of a crew is expected within the next three days.
In Washington on April 6 the House reacts to the president’s delay announcing the message will be delivered Monday. Members fear a Lee strategy for more time while some suspect a trick. Galleries express intense disgust as adjournment nears and spectators depart amid questions of political maneuvering.
Washington April 6 1 20 pm Mr Davis chair of the committee on foreign relations moved the senate into executive session. A call of the senate showed 70 senators present and the vote 25 to 1 denied a quorum. The galleries filled then emptied as the session shifted back to legislative business with the sundry civil bill under consideration.
Washington reports that ongoing war tensions have halted presidential public receptions for the time being. The first contingent of visitors was told there would be no reception today and it was later announced that there would be none for the rest of the week.
Washington April 6 The Navy Department was informed that the Bache and Mangrove departed Havana with many Americans aboard Gen Lee did not sail Secretary Long said the decision to defer sending the message to Congress was made when asked if the naval situation in Havana influenced the choice he declined to answer.
Kansas City results show the entire Republican city ticket led by Mayor James M Jones elected by an average 3500 vote margin. The state upper house remains Republican while Democrats win four of fourteen seats in the lower house.
The gunboat Diogenes, lately purchased by Britain, has been renamed Topeka in honor of the Kansas capital. From Gravesend on April 6, the U S cruiser Diogenes under Lt John J Knapp passed en route to Weymouth, where the torpedo boat Somers under Ensign C W Hazleton had arrived earlier. Topeka may receive a silver service or similar testimonial for the tribute.
Chattanooga Tenn April reports Rapidly ongoing work for government troops arrival at Chickamauga park. Wells sinking, gravity fed water from Crawfish spring possible within 26 hours. Army infantry expected in camp early next week. Spanish cruisers near Porto Rico and San Juan harbor, torpedo flotilla anticipated, raising strategic concerns.
Spanish Consul at New York prepares to depart. At the Spanish consulate busy packing books copying documents and getting ready for immediate leave-taking. Consul General Baldasuno family has bid goodbye to neighbors and is packing household effects in the last three days. Reports say the French consulate will assume charge of the affairs of the Spanish consulate in New York.
London reports the British government backs the United States in its Cuba policy and anticipates armed intervention amid ongoing talks with Spain. Rome dispatches show Vatican hopes for an armistice, with the pope in contact with the queen regent and seeking a peaceful solution through indirect channels.
A postponement extends the president's message until Monday. A statement demands five more days to safely evacuate Lee and other Americans from Havana, delaying action and raising urgency.
Report cites hostile Congress members objecting to the message's claim of weak character urging intervention. The piece notes the push follows the president's call for discretion in timing and action. Conte gressmen linked to opposition are named in context of the delay.
Washington reports doubt that the president’s message will reach Congress today, with debate over sending it to aid Urey and Adame. Senate executives delay cites the danger to Americans in Havana and Cuba, while officials deny alarming rumors and affirm no message will be sent before Monday. Spanish troops prepare for the Canaries as artillery and battalions move from Madrid.
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