Slaughter Pen Reports Spain's Cuban Losses and Forces
Washington reports seventy thousand Spanish soldiers have been killed wounded or incapacitated in Cuba. The present Spanish force totals about 135000 regulars with 80000 effective for pursuit and 30000 in Havana province and other areas, plus 150000 in reserves and 815000 total including overseas possessions.
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Cuba
Spain
Santiago de Cuba
Puerto Principe
Santa Clara
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Pinar del Rio
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Mitin
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North Africa
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Porto Rico
International Inquiry Motion After Maine Disaster
Madrid reports ministers and Premier Saasta discuss an international commission of experts to reexamine the Maine affair. They argue wide impartial inquiry could outweigh domestic biases. Other officials note economic strains and shift to pacific assurances amid Cuba tensions.
Aileen 15 Offered by Richard Stevens for Navy Use
Richard Stevens offers his steam yacht Aileen to the government as an auxiliary cruiser. He follows other New York Yacht Club members in submitting the vessel to the auxiliary cruiser board. The report notes several NY yachts ready for potential transfer and lists leading owners and ships.
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New York
Richard Stevens
New York Yacht Club
Aileen
Crulwar Board
Navy Department
Stevens
Perry Termont
Long
J. Frederick Tams
Maytower
Auxiliary Cruiser Board
J. Harvey Laden
FW. Vanderbilt
Henry L. Pierce
Geo. Gould
Alicia
H. M. Flagler
Army
Frederick Gallatin
Eleanor
Wm. A. Slater
J. Burke Wolff
Commodore J. Pierpont Morgan
John Roach
Chester
Washington
Spain May Propose Arbitration of the Maine Matter
A World dispatch from Madrid reports that if both American and Spanish commissions agree on the cause of the Maine disaster, Spain may favor arbitration involving a pope or ruler from a major power, potentially the Belgian King, as the cabinet seeks to defuse tension. The Spanish government has not yet received the full report, while Madrid negates direct war preparations and notes U S vessels in Cuban waters affect Spain’s home rule efforts.
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Madrid
UN Ui
Saasta
Sengi Guilion
Maine
Manuel Daguno
Bank of Spain
Barclay
United States
Spain
New York
Madea Preay
Nelson A. Allies
Washington
Miles
Watches Stop During Maine Explosion Remains Found
The bulk of the Maine crew found Lt Cmdr Wainwright's watch on a table stopped at 9:36 and Chaplain Chadwick's at 10:36, suggesting a shock moved the hour hand. Candles, Bible, Wainwright jewelry, Catlin's sword, Jenkins' sword, a searchlight, and the launch engine were recovered as valuable items survived the blast.
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Havana
Maren
Aivers
Maine
Wainwright
Chadwick
Catlin
Marines
Lieut. Jenkins
Chile Denies Selling War Vessel O H Ixteila
The Santiago correspondent for the Times denies rumors that Chile would sell the cruiser O H Ixt eil a. The government will not entertain any offer until Chile's disputes with Peru are resolved. A separate New York note reports a torpedo boat nearing completion for the U. S. Navy, owned by Charles KR Flint, with twin engines and 24 berths. Arkansas coal contracts for Navy use are said to be arranged, with 10 000 cars from Sebastian county. Spain appeals for European aid as Triple Alliance plans a diplomatic settlement following the Maine inquiry.
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London
Santiago
Times
Enya
Chill
Peru
New York
Navy Department
Charles KR
Flint
Little Rock
Ark
United States
Arkansas
Navy
Hull
Galveston
Western Coal and Mining Company
Sebastian County Coal
W. H. Wher
Western Coal and Mini Company
Sebastian County
Spain
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American Naval Court of Inquiry
Maine
Riso
Rerin
Vignhac
Rote
Preminr Rodin
Ai Qiltel Beveral Saya Akc
Begoea
Fasdet
Ttie
McKim Wannot
Wilfivut
New Army Bill and Military Reorganization Debates
The House Military Affairs Committee discussed the army reorganization bill taking up provisions on major grade vacancies and seniority promotions in infantry. The plan increases noncommissioned officers per company by four while maintaining total company strength at 280, reshaping battalion war formation for better control.
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Washington
House
Austrians Spread Relief Notes to Cuban Alcaldes
Circulars sent to about 200 Cuban towns outline new relief methods and announce a daily per capita cornmeal allowance. The notes urge proper districting and coordination with officers. Graves at Colon cemetery honor Maine dead with flowers placed by sailors of the Austrian warship Denny.
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Havana
Cuba
Alealdes
Colon Cemetery
Maine
Denny
United States
Kansas City Convention Hall Plan Described for New Auditorium
A view of the proposed Convention Hall in Kansas City highlights a 1408 person capacity arena, 135 by 200 foot main floor, steel trusses, and a post free interior. Boxes rise four feet above the entrance surrounding the arena, with an amphitheater seating arrangement and special entrances to enhance crowd movement.
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Kanes City
Topeka
Cirus
Knapp Seeks New Rail Law As Courts Change It
Judge M A Knapp of the Interstate Commerce Commission urges the Senate committee to adopt a new rail rate bill to replace the current law, arguing courts have crippled its effectiveness. He explains proposed changes include mandatory tariff publication and advance notice of rate changes while noting the measure aligns with British law. Senator Tillman questions whether courts would refine the bill as they did the present statute. The hearing adjourned before completion.
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Washington
Senate Committee On Interstate Commerce
M. A. Knapp
Interstate Commerce Commission
Knapp
Tillman
Tithmas
Dikins
Judge Knapp
Leavenworth Republicans accuse Bailey and Leland of primaries scheme
Leavenworth Republicans charge W J Bailey and Cy Leland with plotting to secure Republican primaries through Democratic and Populist votes. They claim the plan would influence the Nemaha county candidate’s delegation to the congressional convention. A prior secret Leavenworth conference between Dr Nesly and Bailey is cited as foundation.
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Leavenworth
W. J. Bailey
Cy Leland
Vothre
Bailey
Nemaha County
Nesly
Bruce's Successor Rumors in Georgia Politic
Washington reports suggest Judson Lyons colored, a Georgia national committee man and former regis ter of the treasury, may be appointed to succeed the late B. K. Bruce. Lyons failed earlier to win Augusta postmaster amid white opposition. Also Ottawa passes Sunday newspaper ban. Troutman boom for congressman at large gains GOP support against Dick Bine.
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Georgia
Washington
Judson
Lyons
Register of the Treasury
B. K. Bruce
Augusta
Troutman
James A. Troutman
Congressmun
Dick Bine
Pyramid Pile Cure Promises Quick Permanent Relief
An assertion that Pyramid Pile Cure and Pyramid Pills rapidly ease piles from early stages with no pain or blood loss, claiming a thorough permanent cure. Includes testimonial notes from Mrs. M C Hinckly of Indianapolis and Major Dean of Columbus, noting long-term relief after using two boxes, and states druggists carry the product for 60 cents per full-sized package by Pyramid Drug Co Marshall, Mich.
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M.C. Hinckly
Indianapolis
Ind
Columbus
Ohio
Pyramid Drag Co
Marshall
Mlch
Rock Island Flyer Reports Purifier Benefits
G A Van Pas of Butler Missouri reports strong results with a blood purifier called Blood Maker. He claims it provides relief and improved health, noting steady success and high regard for the product among users.
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G. A. van Pas
Butler, Mo
Mith Beree
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