President’s Cuba Message Pushes War Aid to Congress
A Washington dispatch reports the president’s message to Congress accuses Spain of creating Cuban anarchy and urges forcible intervention if concessions fail. It frames the policy as a response to threats to world commerce and U.S. interests, and notes only four noncabinet members have seen the message.
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New York
Washington
Congress
United States
Deland
Somschy
Planta- Mont
Spain
West Indies
Cuba
Havans Harbor
Maine
Madrid
President’s war message rejects conquest and urges Congress action
The president denounces Spain without presenting facts for its alleged internal cause in Cuba. He avoids backing the Cuban republic and insists war need not be for conquest, condemns archistic war in Cuba, and states the United States seeks no territory. He urges immediate congressional action based on the cited facts.
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Spain
Republic of
Cuba
Republic
United States
Spa
Declan
Cutin
Congress
Americans to Leave Cuba by Tomorrow Says State Dept
Washington reports state department officials expect Consul General Lee to depart Havana by tomorrow with other U S consular staff and citizens. Papers and furniture will be secured under British supervision until Spain U S tensions ease, the move described as precautionary not belligerent.
Permission to Leave Granted to All U S Consuls in Spain
The state department grants U S consuls in Spain permission to leave the country if they wish amid tensions risking severance of diplomatic ties. They are not ordered to depart and may act on their own discretion. Effects of consulates, including papers and furniture, will pass to a friendly government representative. Britain has authorized its Cuba consuls to take charge of U S consulate assets. No consuls have yet departed Spain.
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Washington
State Department
United States
Spain
Great Britain
Offesta
Cuba
Peninsula
Warship Duty Plan Emphasized by General Correro
In an interview General Correro Spain's war minister says if war is declared, avoid Spanish ships fired on by the Americans. He suggests the ships explode their magazines to avoid defeat, claiming Spain should instead force a display from Cuba to the peninsula as a warning to America.
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Correro
Madrid
Spain
Cuba
Peninsula
Americas
Ship Bought in China by U S Officials Seafire Purchased
United States officials acquire the British steamer Seafire of 1420 tons gross registered, brigantine rigged, 213 feet 7 inches long, 31 feet 8 inches beam, 21 feet 3 inches draft. Built at Aberdeen in 1884, previously owned by the Ching and Manila Steamship Company Limited.
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Hong Kong
United States
Seafire
Aberdeen
Ching and Manila Steamship Company (Limited
Diver Dies While Inspecting Newport Bottom at Key West
Chief Gunners Mate Johnson of the gunboat Newport died during a bottom inspection off Key West. The air pipe may have become entangled causing suffocation. He was found dead after being submerged for a time with no signals. Remains to be interred at sea.
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Newport Key West
Johnson
Newport
Jtla
Mer
Routié
Spain weighs armistice decree to avert Cuba war
Washington learned that Spain considers issuing an armistice decree in Cuba. The move, urged by continental powers, aims to avert war, yet Madrid refuses to yield on independence or U.S. intervention, threatening no change in the current outlook.
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Washington
Spain
United States
DuPont Wins U. S. Contract For Powder Mills Expansion
Wilmington April 9 The DuPont company has received from the United States government a contract valued at fifteen million dollars for powder and related materials. Plants are being rushed to meet the order as the firm builds a new mill in the lower yard and installs machinery for explosive powder production to become the largest in the world. Employees have seen wage increases as production accelerates.
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Dupont
Wilmington
Del
United States
Two New Cruisers Named Yankee and Dixie
Secretary Long chose names for new American cruisers from the Morgan line. El Nord becomes the Yankee El Rio the Dixie El Sol the Prairie and El Sud the Yosemite. The selections are said to appeal to patriots nationwide.
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Yankee
Dixie
Washington
Long
Morgan Steamship Line
Republicans weigh course in Cuban intervention debate
The steering committee of house Republicans met to gauge support for immediate action on Cuba and to plan a course of procedure. Reports claim over 19 Republicans ready to back intervention with or without independence. Debate centers on independence, legality, and potential US liability for Spanish Cuban bonds.
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Wasnancsos
House
United States
Tawney
Minnesota
Hopkins
Linvis
Government sells cruiser to United States report
A dispatch from Janeiro to the Herald says Brazil’s government has sold the cruiser Nictheroy to the United States for $50,000. The newspapers concede the sale and price, noting the transfer involves a warship.
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New York
the Herald
Janeiro
Nictheroy
United States
Bonds Secured by Cuban Revenues in Spanish Issue
A committee debates bonds issued by Spain backed by Cuban revenues. If Spain loses Cuba, bondholders face risk to repayment. The panel plans to consult international law experts, including Senator Dave Minnesota, to determine how the bonds claim security on Cuban revenues and to set a future meeting date.
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Spain
Cuba
Dave Minnesota
Navy denies Fern explosion rumors amid Havana talk
Washington reports ridicule of rumors that the Mera Fern was blown up. Navy officials, including Lt Whittlesy, say no trouble at Havana and doubt other parts of the tale. Senor Polo also says no disaster news and warns against inflaming public opinion. Also covered is a tightened desertion law with harsher punishments.
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Washington
Navy Department
Whittlesy
Havana
Senor Polo
Lee Is Still There
Washington reports that Consul General Lee had not left Havana by 10 30 this morning with no advices of disturbances. Jeffsonville Indiana dispatch notes a 60000 blouse order plus shirts and drawers. The quartermaster's department has hired 150 extra seam stresses for the work.
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Havana
Washington
Lee
Jeffsonville
Ind
Quartermaster’s Department
AN EYE ON Tas FLOTILLA Sails for West Indies
A Washington dispatch reports the Spanish torpedo flotilla has loaded 600 tons of coal at St. Vincent and is ready for sea. The single transport ship also carries fuel as the six torpedo boats fill bunkers. Madrid may order a return to the Canaries while the flying squadron contemplates a Porto Rico cruise to intercept the late fleet. The U S will soon lack consular reports from Spanish ports as a new information system is enacted.
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New York
the Tribuné
Washington
Navy Department
St. Vincent
Cape Verde Islands
West Indies
Madrid
Canaries
Cadiz
Navy
Strategy Board
Porto Rico
San Juan
United States
Ambassadors Visit Washington to Brief McKinley on New Cause
Paris reports that ambassadors journeyed to Washington to inform President McKinley of the United States new cause and the need to notify Europe. The communication aims to shape European understanding and support for American policy.
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Paris
Washington
McKinley
Europe
United States
Kansas Military Board Sets War Readiness Meeting
The Kansas military board will hold its regular quarterly session next Monday at the adjutant general's office. No dispatch has been received from the War Department yet, but it is likely the Kansas defense plan for possible war with Spain will be discussed. If war breaks out, early action would recruit existing companies and bolster forces.
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Kansas Military Board
Adjutant General
War Department
Kansas
Spain
Lee Leaving for Home on Board the Fern at Five
Lee and fellow consuls and newspaper correspondents depart at five oclock this afternoon. The journey home begins on board the Fern with other reporters leaving at the same time.
British Consul Havana Heads to New Port With American Help
April reports show the British Consul and staff preparing to depart Havana aboard the Fern as American interests are handed to consular officials. Walter Barker arrives from Sagua La Grande, while Brice and Hyatt depart Cuba. Latimer Fernandez of San Juan requests use of the Virginia for American families to reach St Thomas.
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Havana
Lee
Alexander Gollin
Walter B. Barker
United States
Sagua la Grande
Alexander Brice
Matansas
Pulaski F. Hyatt
Santiago de Cuba
Jamaica
Ew York
Miller, Bull & Knowlton
New York
Bounty Under Consideration for Seamen Amid Navy Yard Curbs
New York reports extraordinary security at Brooklyn navy yards with orders to detain any note taking and bar photographers. Three reporters were arrested near the Mayflower and released after meetings with officials. The Dolphin dispatch boat carries extra ammunition to Key West, while Sioux and Tecumseh are sent to sea to shadow it. The Ancas is set to depart Tuesday. Vermont seamen enlistment proves difficult, with a proposed bounty of 400 to 500 dollars under review.
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New York
Navy Yards
Brooklyn
Admiral Bunce
Dolphin
Key West
Senators Won Over On Cuban Independence Policy
Washington April There is no senate committee meeting today as they adjourned until Monday. Members near capitol discuss shifting the Cuba policy to recognize only intervention aligned with the president. The foreign relations panel may yield to older senators favoring limits and possible action by Chairman Davis.
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Washington
Senate Committee
Capitol
Committee On Foreign Relations
Messrs
Frye
Callum
Lodge
Gray
Tanler
Davis
David
Senate
Patriotic Wave Seeks Funds for Chicago Naval Reserves
Sixteen Chicago naval reserves led by Gen John C McNulta visited the board of trade in full uniform and inspired a fundraising committee to collect nearly 1000 dollars for new uniforms and equipment. Further subscriptions will be taken in coming days to boost the reserves’ readiness and morale amid stressed trading conditions.
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Chicago
Chicago Naval Reserves
John C. McNulta
Naval Reserve Association
Board of Trade
Scene at Chicago Board of Trade recalls Civil War era
A fragment recalls stirring days at the Chicago Board of Trade, noting the presence of notable figures from the era and the enduring aura of that period within the trading floor community.
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Chicago Board of Trade
Board of Trade
Curtis Beaten and Ant-Curtis Tide in Leavenworth Race
April 9 Leavenworth returns show anti Curtis delegation gaining control of the county delegation to the congressional convention. Curtis won the first ward but lost others. fourth ward produced two primaries likely to face a contest. Broderick and Bailey ticket dominates post-election sentiment, with Bailey named in some instances as sole winner. Seat of fourth ward anti-Curtis delegates would give Curtis a 50 vote deficit citywide. County voters total 60 delegates, with results pending from precincts.
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Broderick and Bailey
Leavenworth
Leavenworth County
Curtis
Bailey
Plan for Peace and Local Obituaries in Topeka
Dispatch from Madrid warns Spain to yield Cuba to avoid war with the United States. European powers promise aid if Spain concedes, with Austria expected to dispatch troops to preserve order. Also reports death of Geo Willoughby Willard at 79 in Potwin after rheumatic illness, and funeral plans for Edwin S. van Cleave and Er. Eddy with services and burial details.
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Madrid
France
Germany
Russia
Italy
Austria
Spain
United States
Europe
Cuba
Geo. Willoughby Willard
Frank G. Willard
Greenwood Avenue
Mr. Willard
New Hampshire
Western Reserve
Ohio
First National Bank of
Ironton
Topeka
L. Z. Lester
Chicago
Potwin
D. A. Moulton
City
Myra C. Willard
Gallipulia
F. G. Willard
Merchants’ National Bank
Edwin S. van Cleave
B. F. van Cleave
North
Kansas Avenue
Gust
Ramsey
American Labor Union
Polkstreet
AO. WU. W
Labor Union
City Street Force
Salary Reductions Target Democrats in Pension Office
Pension agent Cyrus Leland trimmed salaries of five Democrats in the pension office by 100 to 200 dollars per year. Recipients were Robert Bell, C. B. Martin, L. J. Graham, David Morgan, and J. Haven Ben, all dropped to the lowest pay tier. Some had earned 100 or 1000 dollars. Republicans who were reinstated gained from the cuts.
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Cyrus Leland
Cy Leland
Robert Bell
C. B. Martin
L. J. Graham
David Morgan
J. Haven- Ben
Topeka Sails With Crew From St Paul on New Cruiser
Weymouth England April 8 The U S cruiser Topeka under Lieut John J Knipp and torpedo boat Somers under Evelyn W Hazleton sailed this morning Fifteen firemen from the American line at St Paul were taken to Weymouth and placed aboard the Topeka at 6 30 yesterday evening The entire St Paul crew and firemen eagerly joined the cruiser
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Weymouth
Eng
Topeka
Diogenes
John J. Knipp
United States Torpedoo
Somers
Evelyn W. Hazleton
United States
St. Paul
Southampton
St Paul
Christina Queen Regent May Return to Madrid Note
London April reports a Daily Telegraph diary suggesting court circles expect Queen Regent Christina to return to Madrid soon. Preparations are noted at the police of her brother Archduke Lugen as part of the ongoing political maneuvering.
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London
Vienne
Daily Telegraph
Christina
Tard
Archduke Lugen
Judge Foster Returns to California After Personal Time
United States District Judge Foster and his wife and two daughters departed California, reporting progress in health. He discussed war prospects with reporters, expressing belief in a forthcoming conflict and the likelihood of a hard war, but optimism that victory would be achieved. The district court session begins Monday as he resumes duties.
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United States
Foster
California
Poster
Calfornia
McKinley
Rosin
Ciba
District Court
Miss Willard Cremated at Graceland Cemetery
The remains of Miss Willard were cremated at Grace Land Cemetery in Chicago on April. The ceremony included Miss Gorden and a few others, with ashes to be interred tomorrow at Fos Bill cemetery and then in the Willard family plot.
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Graceland Cemetery
Chicago
Ke Willard
Althsysh
Hele Han Temperance Wilon
Actnan
Mites Auat Gorden
Miss Waillands
Miss Waillands Penware
Mts
Stevens
Wo TT
Fos Bill Cemetery
Willard Family
Rese HL
X ray Lab Opens Affects Medical Examinations
An ad announces a new X ray laboratory at 330 Kansas Avenue Kansas City prepared to photograph any body part with brief exposures and extra shielding. The pitch emphasizes benefits for gallbladder stones bone and heart assessments and notes the physician Arthur Lee, a local radiologist, as operator. A church event follows mentioning a quartette at First Baptist Church.
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Kansas Avenue
Kansas
Arthur Lae
Kiecteh
Kansans Avenue
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