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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1898
Page
2
Spanish steamer Miguel Jover, bound New Orleans to Barcelona with cotton and staves, was captured by the gunboat Helena and brought to Key West. The prize, valued at about 5000 dollars, carries 63 crew and faces prize court inquiry.
The American steamer New York arrived this morning with no passengers mail or cargo. The crew numbered about 490 including Captain Passow and Chief Officer Bradshaw. Officers signed 12 month articles with the American line under new conditions, with a 6 percent bonus for good conduct. The voyage was stormy but uneventful and no interception by Spanish war vessels was feared.
April 14 reports show London newspapers devoting pages to war extras with little news beyond Morro Castle opening fire on the United States fleet. Channel arrivals note no sighting of any Spanish warships.
English annexed report notes Buena Ventura captors state cargo value under $15,000 and allege the steamer should have traveled farther west, implying interception to prevent contraband. They say captains must comply with naval orders and not attempt escape. Route details include one night to Denver, springs and Pueblo with Pullman sleepers.
In Chicago on April 4 the first detachment of naval recruits from Chicago and Milwaukee marched to the Pennsylvania depot for New York duty. A lone widow in black walked beside a young recruit, drawing cheers as other women and girls accompanied the unit. The crowd watched the woman, cloaked in mourning, as she linked arms with the troop member and kept her head bowed. The event drew attention amid banners and the “Star Spangled Banner” played by a large outdoor gathering.
Five United States warships of the squadron with two stores ship depart Hong Kong under sealed orders. Olympia and Balticore await the arrival of Consul Williams from Similia and will follow the fleet tomorrow. British authorities proclaim the foreach existment act enforcing neutrality of British waters.
A Chicago meeting of ministers and laymen will be held tomorrow to discuss forming a national relief association in the Christian commission spirit. The call followed a Philadelphia telegram noting Pennsylvania and New Jersey would unite to organize and inviting Chicago and Minnesota to join. The call was sent to Mr BF Jacobs, a Christian commission member, for tomorrow’s meeting at its suggestion.
Madrid reports that at a recent cabinet meeting, orders were issued to seize the American liner Paris. The move signals heightened tension with United States shipping amid wartime strain and diplomatic friction.
A Madrid dispatch reports Spain may formally declare war on the United States due to the capture of the Spanish steamer Buena Ventura. The announcement traces the action to the incident and signals a significant diplomatic escalation in the war context.
City of Mexico April 24 A persistent rumor circulated yesterday that the American government sent a second note to Mexico asking how it could maintain neutrality along the coast and stating that warships might be sent to patrol the Mexican coast if needed. The rumor prompted much talk among Spaniards.
War messages from Southampton describe hurried Washington offers to erect a high aerial station at Quogue for the signal corps of the New York naval reserves. Carpenters from surrounding villages are drafted, with crews to work all night as the Long Island coast becomes a war zone. Superintendent Kimball of the life saving service notes cooperation with signal crews in monitoring naval traffic near New York. Alexander Salini’s successor discussed. Paul Howard Gilmore, son-in-law of Cooper, to render Salini in his romantic plays.
Weshingtan April 44 The state department received information that the governor of Hong Kong had issued a neutrality proclamation to the United States and Spain Similar in terms to those already proclaimed by Jamaica and New Foundland.
News from Newchureh New Jersey on April 24 reports that the Siret cadet class will graduate on Tuesday. The dispatch notes the forthcoming ceremony and identifies participating cadets and officials expected to attend.
The New York led a U S squadron off Morro Castle Havana at 1 am firing ten shots none hit and no return fire. A prize Pedro de Bilbao was boarded and taken. Remus a Hamburg tramp steamer was released after inspection. Morro Castle fire was ineffective with ships maneuvering under the Cuban coast haze as the fleet pressed toward Matanzas and Key West operations.
Washington April 25 War revenue bill to be introduced in the house tomorrow estimates about 100 million dollars in revenue. Provisions tax beer tobacco medicines wine cosmetics and many financial instruments while authorizing 500 million to 1 billion in bonds. The plan includes taxes on stamps licenses checks and various fees to fund wartime expenditures.
Key West April 4. The Morro Castle opened fire on the American fleet as Ericsson bore in on Havana. the US ships returned no decisive shots, keeping a dignified stance. A small fishing schooner was captured at dawn, while Captain Luzarraga argues Buena Ventura not subject to capture. The Dolphin held Pedro’s crew aboard.
Captain Charles v. Munson, long associated with Clyde Line in Jacksonville and former Ward Line and revenue service, arrived in Key West last night after being summoned by Admiral Sampson. He will serve as fleet pilot aboard the Dolphin to the flagship.
Provisions authorize treasury rules enabling US citizens to participate in loan subscriptions. Up to one half of one percent is appropriated for advertising, issuance, and disposal costs. Treasury may issue certificates of indebtedness up to one hundred million dollars, at market rates not exceeding three percent, payable within a year.
Madrid dispatch reports a cabinet council chaired by the queen regent on Saturday decided to insist the Buena Ventura was unlawfully captured by the US cruiser Nashville. Foreign Minister Senor Gullan was instructed to seek backing from foreign powers as Spain prepares to formally declare war on the United States.
Baltimore April 25 The National Association of American Homing Pigeon Fanciers offers 40000 pigeons to the secretary of the navy for use in war to aid communication with ships at sea. President Edwin A. Baker says training has begun and the birds will soon be ready for active service. In case of war or maritime disruption the pigeons would provide a means to convey critical signals when telegraph and dispatch boats are unavailable.
A city hosts a high class thoroughbred bird race with birds capable of brief daily distances. One bird claimed by Geo. Natshmun is noted as the 200 mile world champion, valued at a substantial amount, highlighting the event’s notable stakes.
The British steamer Mexican, en route from Capstown via Madeira to Southampton, arrived at noon. Its commander said no Spanish war vessel was sighted during the voyage.
One hundred Chicago public school teachers led by Principal Wyatt of Graham public school depart Wettona today for an excursion to Mammoth Cave. The Chicago male quartet will join the group touring the cave, visiting its most interesting portions as the first day of spring vacation starts.
In Lynnville Jasper County Iowa Mrs Sarah A Stevin reports twenty five years of dyspepsia relief after using a single package of Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets. The testimonial claims rapid cure and urges others with stomach issues to try the remedy offered by Stuart Co Marshall Michigan with pills available from local druggists for 32 cents per package.
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