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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1898
Page
3
Article details President McKinley presenting Spain with three proposals in Washington: Cuba pays 200 million for independence, Spanish troops withdraw, and reconcentrados released. notes uncertainty over responses, armistice, and potential U S aid. Reports indicate cabinet discussions and possible immediate peace efforts amid tangled diplomacy.
The article reports on Spanish newspapers hinting at pacific intent after a conference in Madrid involving U S officials and Spanish ministers. It notes Republican and moderate views, concerns over Cuba, and calls for Spain to maintain dignity while resisting U S interference.
Washington March 30. The Washington Correspondent of the Tritant reports Captain Sigsbee says the attitude of Spaniards at Havana is intolerable and naval officers who have spoken with him are more firmly convinced that war may be on the horizon.
Reports from Madrid and Washington indicate ongoing negotiations over Cuba with mixed signals. Officials cite hopes for settlement, possible indemnity talks near 200 million, and Cuban independence discussions amid mounting tensions and anti-US sentiment in Havana.
Washington March 20 President McKinley told the Michigan congressional delegation he did not want Congress to act precipitately and awaited hourly important advices from Minister Woodford. Senators say he asked committees of cur areas not to act for 40 hours as Sagesta ministry reportedly adjourned delaying Madrid advice. In New York artillerists moved to Port Stoc um for Seventh artillery under Colonel William Sinclair, mortars loaded for transport to Fort Adams Newport RI, total weight 425000 pounds. Remains of Maine engineer Merritt recovered. body found by divers near Havana via the Hache.
The Maine testimony report from the Government Printing Office notes a famous anonymous letter cited by Henry Drain, clerk at the Havana consulate. The piece continues on the seventh page.
The Tageblatt reports an American syndicate in Berlin seeking financing to buy Cuba and pay Spain 1 500 000 000 pesetas, with claims of Cuban bonds. U S embassy inquiries find no knowledge. In Washington a senator says the administration is not involved and Cuban independence talks may occur in New York. Juan J McCook denies Cuban bond schemes. Madrid notes Spanish 4s at 74.30, Paris reports 32 p m open at 32 and 52. The day mirrors unsettled Cuba negotiations and market chatter.
The association meets tonight to compare notes on subscriptions. Work on soliciting is underway and building arrangements begin. Records show 22160 in sight and 12160 subscribed including food show fund and buttons sold. Officials believe raising an additional 5000 should be easy, with most subsciptions not tied to uptown location.
Washington on March 20 the Spanish minister refused to discuss press reports about a Cuban settlement. He dismissed as unwarranted and absurd the New York story claiming a republic of Cuba would pay 200000000 dollars and Spain would embark troops home.
The House, seating Republicans and Democrats, debated a privileged resolution recognizing Cuba’s independence. Amid chaos, Mr Batley’s measure passed 179 to 137 on a roll call with strong rhetoric about Cuban freedom and congressional precedent. The Senate followed with crowded galleries and renewed attention to the issue.
A crowded chamber heard Mr. Davis press for daily senate seating. Mr. Frye sought to table a Cuba conduct resolution. Mr. Hawley urged immediate action on a wartime fortification bill with temporary measures, while Mr. Pascoe delayed to study it. Mr. Allen agreed the Foreign Relations Committee would act promptly.
General Grosvenor of Ohio signals willingness to convene a Republican caucus on the Cuban question if desired. However many radical Republicans oppose a caucus now, fearing it would cause public friction between Congress and President McKinley.
Madrid and Barcelona financial papers warn of dire consequences for Spain if war with the United States continues. Bonds slump, gold premium rises, and note circulation nears legal limits as authorities seek drastic sacrifices to avert a full Cuban crisis.
The entire Michigan delegation calls on the President to act immediately on Cuba. They urge waiting as he awaits hourly Madrid news that will determine his future course.
Washington March 3 Republican members of the Gee Michgad delegation in the house conferred with the president on Cuban policy. They urged prompt action toward permanent removal of the Spanish tag and full independence while resisting arbitration and delaying negotiations with Spain. The president listened and promised consultation with advisers and ministers Woodford, aiming for united support if war comes.
Washington March 30 A resolution similar to Senator Foraker’s Cuban independence proposal was introduced in the house by Representative Broderick of Kansas. Representative Wheeler followed with a joint resolution declaring the insurgents as belligerents and recognized by the United States government.
The Diaro de Lamsring editorials today discuss Spain and the United States relation and the hoped end of the Cuban problem. Mentions wrecking of a freight train near Havin province and the explosion on a trail. Four cars left track, two sacks of meal lost. no injuries. Interpreter Garcia departs for Key West under police suspicion. Rail bridge near Paimiris destroyed by insurgents. George S. Musgrove, NYTimes correspondent, reported expulsion rumors. Official announcement confirms ongoing negotiations to purchase St Thomas.
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