Spanish Squadron Heads to Cuba as U S Warships Sail
Port dispatches and stock market quotes mix with rumors of Spanish ships departing Cadiz bound for Cuba and Porto Rico. Helena and Barcroft leave Lisbon to follow, while Oregon gathers in Valparaiso for a possible Atlantic quest. Fort Riley orders movements as US and Brazilian actions unfold amid tension in Havana and Key West.
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London
Cadiz
Spain
Porto Rico
General Bianco
United States
Hotena
Batcroft
Loisbon
Sqadron
Bancraft
Helena
Atlantic
Inter Spanish 4
San Francheco
Oregon Tx
Cuilyo
Valparaiso
Arbitration Considered by Congress in International Board
The text outlines possible actions on arbitration involving the International board, noting intentions to comply unless Havana demands or wartime needs arise. It mentions a push for adjournment to place matters with the president and suggests a large majority may oppose arbitration, with Senator Davis of Minnesota among those favoring it.
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Thevature Comcast
International Board of Arbitrative
Sizrestinn
Havana
Hrdush
Tf Congress
Sizth—lely
Davis
Minnesota
Planning to Move Troops to Coast Defenses
Washington March government plans to move artillery units to coastal defense points. Conference discussed transportation by the Atlantic Coast Line Southern Railroad Seaboard Air Line and Chesapeake and Ohio. Units from Fortress Monroe to Caswell Tybee Fort Morgan Sheridan's Point and from Fort Meade Baltimore to Delaware River near Philadelphia. No funds requested. aim to finalize arrangements by tomorrow.
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War Department
Athentic Coast Line
Southern Railroad
Seaboard Air Ling
Chesapeake
Munroe
Caswell
Cape Fear River
Tybee
Skvannal
Fort Morgan
Mobile
Sheridan's Point
Potomac
Fort Meffears
Baltimore
Delaware River
Philadelphia
Financial side of a possible Spanish American war
London reports the Statist analyzes the costs and consequences of an American war with Spain. It notes the expense of building armies and fleets and the potential decline in Cuba and debt challenges. The piece weighs prolonging the conflict versus peace urges and the question of what to do with Cuba and the Spanish West Indies.
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London
United States
Spain
Cuba
America
Spanish West Indies
Europe
de Yur
Straigste
United States Navy Prepares Sea Green Paint War Warning
Washington reports preparations for repainting the U S ships sea green to blend with water, reducing visibility if war looms with Spain. Navy officials deny finalized orders but confirm painting crews ready, with officers noting sea green aids concealment and could signal readiness.
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Washington
United States
Denny & See
Navy Department
Spain
Funes
Who Will Help Spain Opinions Differ in Europe
Madrid reports a divided European view on Spain's prospects. Some fear a conflict if provoked, while others expect Spain to avoid invading American territory and favor a war of privateering. The Temps notes Europe’s mixed sympathy and cautions Spain to rely on itself.
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Spain
Europe
Madrid
Ato
América
America
Preparations Made for Arming 30 Auxiliary Cruisers
Washington March 4 The board on auxiliary runners met in Assistant Secretary Roosevelt's room yesterday There were present tn ae to the
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Washington
Roosevelt
Tn Ae
They Look To McKinley For Cuban Solution
A Havana dispatch reports U S events point to quick intervention on Cuba. European and British capitalists express confidence in McKinley's chances, signaling support for decisive action as debates continue over how to handle the Cuban question.
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New York
The
Tribune
Havana
United States
McKinley
Ines Socteriae
Spain buys O'Higgins amid unconfirmed Chilean report
New reports from London claim Spain purchased the Chilean battleship O'Higgins built by Armstrong. The Chilean chargé d’affaires denies confirmation, saying a Chilean crew may arrive next week to sail the vessel to Chile. In Tokyo, Japan declines to sell Kasagi and Chitose, preferring to keep ships building for rapid acquisition and stressing a cautious stance on cross‑ocean arms sales as tensions rise.
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Spain
Chili
London
Press Association
O'Higgins
Armstromes
Afiatres
Japan
United States
England
New York
Herald
Tokio
Marquis Ite
Kasagi
Chi
Chitose
Government declares right of way on Atlanta railroads
Atlanta today received orders placing the government in control of all rail lines entering the city from the north and east. Officials prepared engines, cars, and freight wagons for immediate military use, with extensive repairs and tests on older equipment to mobilize troops quickly. The move follows Washington directives amid tension over the Spanish situation, signaling a potential crisis and rapid troop deployment from Atlanta to coastal points.
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Atlanta
Sherman
Johnson
Western and
Washington
Activity at Fort Riley Preparations for Departure of Artil lery
Junction City Kansas March 14 since cipher telegram ordering three Neht batteries of artillery from Fort Riley the post has been in busy activity. Official word says no significance beyond station change with no transport commitments and troops ready at a moment's notice. Reports from semi official sources claim batteries to move by Wednesday with full field equipment and 100 rounds. some may return if war clouds pass.
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Fort Hiles
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Gore
Monroe
New Orleans
Savannah
Riley
Taylor
Anderson
Arillery
Maj
Rendulph
Comrada
Fort Riley
Kan
Department
Fortress Monroe
Jackson Parracks
Ft. Riey
Randall
Taittery Bath Artillery
Cronkhite
Blake
Heiner
4Th
Fortress Mouros
Uylor
Macomb
Sturgess
Kephart
Utters
F. Sth Artillery
Savanneh
Gatees
Newcomb
Tigway
Burgess
Payne
Secret Senate Meeting Pushes Cuba Independence
Washington March 14 A secret meeting of senators was held in Washington yesterday. They decided Cuba's independence must be assured before adjournment. If the administration allows Spain to delay atonement for the Maine destruction a resolution granting Cuba independence will be introduced. Its passage in both houses is considered certain.
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Washington
Cuba
Spain
Maine
Proctor Returns From Cuba With Concise Conclusions
Senator Proctor and Col. M. M. Parker discuss Cuba trip aboard a train from Culpeper to Washington. He states the Maine was likely blown by outside explosion but avoids blaming Spain directly. He says autonomy under Capt. Gen. Blanco failed and notes suffering and mortality among reconcentrados, with no impending crisis.
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Proctor
Col. M. M. Parker
Cuba
Culpepper
St. Louis Republic
Maine
Gen
Blanco
Old Man Defends Home With Corn Knife From Four Robbers
An elderly farmer fought off four intruders wielding a corn knife. He was beaten, threats and a club used during the struggle. Blood splattered ceilings and walls as neighbors helped. The cellar was searched, but no treasure found. thieves fled with ten dollars.
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Pene Bere
Balloon to attempt north pole flight named La France 1
Paris advices describe a bold plan for a French balloon named La France 1 to reach the north pole with a crew including a chief, three servants, a meteorologist, an explorer, and a physician. The craft features reservoir balloons and 60 days aloft capability, designed to outmatch Andree.
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New York
Paris
North Pole
Andree
Louie Godard
Eduard
Heaps of Gold Ordered from Europe in Latest Trade
New York March 14. It is announced that J. & W. Seliman & Co have ordered 0000 additional gold from Europe. Kidder Peabody & Co of Boston will import 600000 in gold from Eng Jang, the National City Bank of New York, S365, Helday Ht, Sevenener & Co 200000 and Kessler & Co.
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J. & W. Selieman & Co
Europe
Kidder, Peabody & Co
Boston
Eng— Jang
Hank
Helday Ht
Sevenener & Co
Kessler & Co
Barnato Nephew Shot in Johannesburg Morning
Cape Town reports Wol Tool, trustee for Barney Barnato's estate, was shot this morning in Johannesburg by a German soldier. London confirms Mr Wolfe Joel, nephew of the late Barney Marista, died in a separate incident.
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Wol Tool
Barney Barmato
Johannesburs
London
Wolfe Joel
Rsrney Marista
Johannesburg
Spiess
Tea Co
Tra Co
Work on Double Track at Emporia Pushes Westward
Forty laborers arrive to extend the Santa Fe line west of Emporia. Civil engineers prepare the route and plan to hire quickly as work begins this week. Local ads promote U P Tea Co and Santa Fe pay day while weather notes from Chicago forecast partly cloudy conditions.
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Diichly
Santa Fe
Smporia
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Iroporia
Hero Jet
Chicago
Cokter Wright
U.P
WU. P. Tea Co
Prinetyal
Kansas Avenue
U. P. Tea Co
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