MAD RUSH FOR PLACE IN CONGRESS DRAWS CROWDS
Crowds surge inside the hall as eager listeners press for a chance to hear the reading of the message. The massed throng fills the ground, reflecting intense public interest in the congressional address.
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1898
Page
3
tumult at capitol as crowds flood doors seeking intervention
Washington experiences unprecedented crowding at the capitol as thousands gather before the doors despite freezing temperatures. Leaders rally forces amid rumors of a possible presidential intervention and a potential Democrat Republican split, with action discussed in the House Foreign Affairs committee and conversations in the library hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
Senate
Houte
Capitol
Leult
Piat
House Committee of Foreign Affairs
Stock declines as Cuba policy shapes demand
New York stock markets opened lower on April 6 as government intervention in Cuba dampened hopes for a peaceful settlement. Declines were modest except in some sectors and Union Pacific preferred. London opened flat with American securities at lower parities while Spanish bonds showed weakness and shifts in translating quotes across markets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Cuba
Max Exited & Puine
Union Pacific
Uest
London
The
Stock Exchange
Spain Crisis Quietly Looms As Officials Await Action
A Madrid dispatch reports officials await President Sickin owe to congress amid a tense crisis. The cabinet met at length and officials warned peaceful resolution seems unlikely as the public and government brace for developments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Madrid
Pubiic
Sickinowe
Congress
Wi Gt
La Crosse Missed Voting On Election Day
La Crosse Wisconsin faced an election lapse as no polling booth was set up in Taconsin City causing no candidates to vote for nor contest. The error led to the city saving about 1300 dollars while the Santa Fe service runs daily for Topeka residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LA Crosse
Taconsin City
Wis
Topeka
Gordett
Cuba War Claims Thrown by Klopsch Reports
Washington April 6 Attorney General Griggs stated he believes Consul General Lee may depart Havana today while Day reportedly says all Americans should leave Cuba. Senor Quezada of the Cuban Junta counters Klopsch’s sensational claims, calling him a friend of Spanish authorities and an enemy to Cuban autonomy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Griges
Lee
Havanse
Cuba
Washington D. C
Louie Klopsch
Calan Aituacion
White House
Peace Party
Klopech
Junta
Senor Quesade Tras
Klopscch
Senor Quesave
Athi
Havana
United States
Cabelros
Cabs
Tech
Air
Klopsch
Consis
Mgtet
Spain
Cienfuegos
Leeta
Onsler
Werle
Proctor
State Department
Klopich
Atiat
McKinley
Mis Cemark
Cuban quarantine lifted for some ships from Havana
Havana reports quarantine removal for harbor bound vessels and crews with 2000 expected to depart. Olivette and a Tampa Mobile steamer may carry away at least 000 people while Washington watches. Consul General Lee stays calm and no orders on departure have been issued.
Stryker Circular Sparks Reply From Perry Chart Agent
Superintendent Stryker’s circular denying district boards the right to buy charts and maps without a vote prompts a sharp reply from D. D. Shrader of Perry Tennessee. Shrader cites difficulty in collecting for charts sold before the circular and warns the move invites repudiation while Stryker defends the Supreme Court ruling that purchases require a district vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stryker
D. Shrader
Perry, T
Shrader
Kansas
Supreme Court
United States
Brewer
Nun
Spanking cruisers Visceya and Almiran te Callende arrive
Dispatch from Porto Rico New York April 4 reports the arrival of the Visceya and Almiran te Callende cruisers, which left Havana last Friday. The dispatch notes their meeting at the harbor and outlines potential plans for further movement in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
New York
In Revolt Oppose President’s Recommendations
Democratic committee members refuse to back the President’s call for intervention, stating they will not support him if he seeks discretionary action. The message signals a sharp split within the party ranks over foreign policy and executive power.
Republicans Demand Cuba Action Against Spain
Four Republican members of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee announce they will not back the president’s Cuba policy if broad intervention is proposed. They favor resolutions accusing Spain of Cuba’s conduct and authorizing use of force to expel Spain, implying opposition to discretionary intervention. Democrats may join in opposition once the message is delivered. The committee will act after the message.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Cuba
Spain
Senate
Conference Delays Decision on President's Message Tone
Members of the conference await the president's message with no proposal before them and speeches urging vigorous action if it falls short. Marsh Tawney and Babcock spoke to 11. The meeting adjourned at 11 30 am with plans to reconvene later to consider the message in the evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. Marsh
Tllinois
Tawney
Minnesota
Babcock
Wisconsin
Spain to Back Down Rumors Ripple Through Wall Street
In New York on April 6 crowds in the stock exchange galleries awaited a war scare but were disappointed as no excitement appeared. Prices recovered losses, sugar gained about 7 percent then fell back, and a Wall Street rumor claimed Spain would back down though sources could not verify it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Stock Exchange
Spain
Troops to Start Move from Fort Sheridan at Midnight
Fort Sheridan guards some 800 soldiers of the Fourth Regiment will depart by dawn toward Chattanooga, a transfer designed to avoid publicity. Western posts report Washington orders rapid readiness for movement, with carny outfits issued and transport arrangements to be arranged from Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Fort Sheridan
Chattanooga
Quartermaster's Department
Washington
Twenty-second Infantry
Fort Crook
Neb
Seventeenth Infantry
Columbus Barracks
Ohio
Twentieth Infantry
Fort Leavenworth
Kan
Eighth Infantry
Cheyenne
Wyo
Fourth Infantry
Salt Lake
Utah
Ed Little lectures at First Christian church tonight
Local brief notes list personalities and events around Topeka. Ed Little lectures at the First Christian church. John MacDonald is noted for local prominence. various civic and social items, court actions, and community happenings follow, including visits, concerts, and upcoming events across Topeka and nearby towns.
Marching on Havana
Havana reports that Insurgent General Calixto Garcia, after skirmishing with General Pando, escaped to Moron troop area with about 340 men. He is believed to have crossed the trocha near San Nicolau, joined by General Maximo Gomes, forming around four thousand troops en route toward Matanzas and Mayaguana with autonomous leaders seeking surrender terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
Key Went
Fla
Calixto Garcia
Pando
Puerto Principe
Fucare Trocha
Garcia
Trocha
San Nicolau
Maximo Gomes
Matangas
Mayans
Jong
Rad
Gomez
Torpedo Boats Sold as Greece Satisfies Cruiser Deal
Rome dispatch reports contracts signed for three torpedo boats sold to the United States. Also agreements for the armored cruiser Giuseppe Garibaldi to Spain and the armored occupancy Varz to Argentina.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Rome
Eas
United States
Guiseppe Garibaldi
Spain
Varez
Repubic
Spanish envoy pledges impartial maritime judgment on Maine disaster
Du Bose, in charge of Spain’s affairs, says Madrid has not yet received the commission’s report from Havana but the Spanish government is prepared to submit both sides’ evidence to the expert judgment of the maritime nations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senor du Bose
Spain
Maine
Madrid
Havana
Cruiser Cincinnati Grounds In Harbor Near Government Wharf
The United States cruiser Cincinnati ran aground mid harbor during patrol duty this morning and lodged on a mud bank opposite the government wharf. Tug Leyden is attempting to refloat the vessel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Key West
United States
Cincinnati
Erherefrom
Government
Leyden
Republican conference on Cuban policy held in Washington
In Washington on April 6 the Republican conference opposed to delay in the Cuban matter met at 10:00 a.m. with about 20 to 90 Republicans present. Several heated speeches were delivered including a pointed attack by Mr. Tawney of Minnesota against the abstinence policy of the president and call for action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Republican Conference
Tawney
Minnesota
Cuba
Consuls Aid Americans to Leave Havana on Steamers
Havana reports consuls arrange transport for Americans wishing to depart the island aboard vessels such as the Bache Blake and Mascotte. The Olivette’s arrival uncertain, depending on demand to justify more sailings. Peace mediation by the pope cited. newspapers note a firm stance by Spaniards and market rumors swirl about sugar and securities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
Bache
Blake
Key West
United States
Olivette
el Diario de la Marima
Pears for the Safety of Americans in Havana
Washington reports no new talks with Madrid while President Roosevelt stays in close contact with Minister Woodford and Consul General Lee. Assistant Secretary Atlee observed last night as messages passed with no public release of their tenor. Anxiety over Havana’s situation grows as officials fear a large exodus, with about 1,000 Americans expected to depart today. Possible aid from the Key West squadron remains unsettled, but assurances say all Americans will be well cared for.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
Washington
Madrid
Woodford
Lee
Atlee
Key West
White House
Consuls Report No Orders Yet On Cuban Recall
Havana April 6 Consul General Tee states no recall orders have been sent to the island. United States Consuls Brive and Barker and other American consuls in provincial towns have not received instructions as to movements or actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
Tee
Department
State Department
United States
Brive
Barker
Miss Barton Goes Back Through Key West to Havana
Clara Barton of the Red Cross, traveling with Dr. Exum, passed through Key West aboard the Mascotte en route to Havana. She said her plans remain uncertain and will be guided by developments in the situation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Key West
Havana
Clara Barton
Ed Cross Society
Exum
Lee reports good health amid wartime danger
Consul General Fitzhugh Lee cables his wife from Richmond that he is in good health and unalarmmed for his safety. He warns of potential risks to American tourists and other Americans on the island while noting ongoing dangerous conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tichmond
Fitzhugh Lee
Elaborate home wedding in Went Tenth Street style
Society notes detail the Tuesday evening ceremony of Miss Sadie Snattinger and Mr. Albert Newmass, with Rabbi Franklin officiating. The Apollo Mandolin Club, pink and white decorations, and two elegant bridal gowns mark a lavish event for about thirty-five relatives, followed by a formal dinner and numerous presents. Bir and Mrs Newman plan a future in Atchison, with best wishes from friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sadie Snattinger
Snettinger
Albert Newmass
Tenth Street
Rabbi Franklin
Omaha
Apollo Mandolin Club
Menielssohn
Florence Snattinger
Estelle Leon
Theodore Snattinger
Leon
Europe
Bir
Newman
Tai City
Atchison
Stedman Club Meeting Highlights Readings and Guests
A Stedman club gathering Monday evening drew strong attendance. Program included papers by Mrs Hiljis and Mrs Fitch, a poem by Jonan Cuse titled New Jersey as, and reviews by Mrs C Bas ker and Mrs J R Hague. Guests were Min Wine of Lawrence, Mrs L B George, and Mrs P H Coney.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stedman Club
Mra. Hiljis
Fitch
Gerretson
Jonan Cuse
New Jersey
Crandell
Social Roundup Highlights Visits and Entertainments
Mrs. W I Blark visits In Lage enworth. Miss Eleanor Thompson hosts M T Js club Saturday afternoon. Miss Elizabeth Penny returns to Lawrence after a visit with Fos and Merwin kin. Kansas City visitor Mr. Fred Merwin stays with sister Mrs Will Eberle. Various local engagements unfold including dinners, entertainments, and birthdays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. I. Blark
Lageenworth
Eleanor Thompson
M. T. Js
Elizabeth Penny
Lawrence
Leavenworth
Helen Quinton
Louis Alison
Mars Fe
Grace Frost
Mitas’ Lanting
Anita Colling
May
Helta Updesruft
Euterpe
Intel Plano
Annabel King
Shulton Burr
Charlie Davidon
Kaneas City
J Tarrel
Gaines
Sunisy
Huberta Akers
Altaire
Coloridor Springs
Alatse
Troutman
Six o'Siocie
Mies Hapen
Jee Fuller
Clarence Poindexter
Calla
Olive Guiry
Effie Haven
A. D. Kitts
Fiith Davin
Kansas City
Adams Bros. Topeka
Colorado
Singh
Shakespeare
David Palmer
Harry Biller
Dorad Ependine
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Wall Street
Paris
Ie Brice
Day
Senor Queenda
Tampa
Mobile
Brice and Harker
Porto Rico
House
Chattanooga, Tenn
Ed Little
First Christian Church
John MacDonald
Shawnee County
John K. Wright
Junction City
W. T. McElroy
Oberlin
MC. A. Glee Club
Hutchinson
Frank Wear
Florida
J. E B. Basgall
Ellis County
W. E. Carre
R. E. Thomas
Melba
Dolmanix
A. GU. W
Fas
Monay
J. W. F. Hughes
Potwin
Stout
Medical College
Srck la Fever
Dean Watera
P. Adams
North Topeka
North Congregational Church
William Kiefer
District Court
George Stansfield
Geneva
Stansfeld
A. J. Kane
Civil Service
Luther Neliis
Germany
WS Eberle
Neasby
First Presbyterian
Ers
Hagel Kirke
A. J. Daley
Dunstan Kirke
Florence Brockway
Susan A. Burr
J. J. Rule
A. Kk. Wilson
West Sixth Street
H. L. Robinson
Swift & Nolliday Drag Company
Los Angeles
Cal
Fred Funston
Hiness
Funston
Nim Ut
First Presbyterian Church
Church
Ladies’ Quartet
Ralph Dunbar
Henry Beerman
Reno County
Nea¢erha City Gas
Atate Audhor
Neaderha
Joe Waters
Wale
Trisis
Jr C
BC Owen
Crawford Theater
John BR. Mulvane
Italy
DU Bose
Mkinley
Miss Barton
Tor & Minaten
Rusworth
Dieta
Society News
Derthick Club
Mr. von Dahlen
Ladies’ Music Club
Quartette
Mia
Thomas
Biller
Foster
Yerry
Earlan
George W. Pai Rehurne
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