Ill considered musings on war and fame from an old Weekly Call
The column discusses Japan's glory in defeating China and notes Russia Germany England and France may gain more from the event. It quotes Dr Gaitling as a humane inventor who favors quick dispatch over boiling oil. It also counters the view of Gen Miles as mere ornamental and reflects on clothing not defining a man.
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Japan
China
Russia
Germany
England
France
Dr. Gatling
Miles
Cromwellian General’s Battle Prayer Cited in Victory
A Cromwellian commander was famed for a pre battle prayer, asking God not to forget him as he prepared for a busy day. The quotation illustrates the religious mindset believed to accompany his military successes in the era.
Ha vana correspondent predicts signal of trouble after Lee departs
A Havana correspondent reports anticipation of great excitement once Gen. Lee and his party leave. He suggests the cable will reveal the first sign of trouble, and when communication is cut off it will signal that hades has broken loose.
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Havana
General Merritt on torpedoes and Maine blame
General Merritt says contact torpedoes or mines are rarely laid in commercial harbors but shore fired torpedoes can blow up a ship. He doubts Americans will be convinced the Maine was not carefully targeted by experts.
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Merritt
Maine
Naval Academy graduates pressed into service nationwide
The present emergency is an opportunity for many men educated at the country's expense who failed to receive commissions due to limited slots. Naval academy graduates are being recruited across the country and sent into service, with some future admirals potentially emerging from among them.
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Naval Academy
Pi Y Margall on US Cuba intervention in line with Europe
The Spanish republican Pi Y Margall argues that United States intervention in Cuba aligns with the practices of great European nations. Margall, a leading figure in Spain between Isabella II's overthrow and the 1868-73 republic, later headed the republic of 1873-5.
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Pi Y Margall
United States
Cuba
Europe
Margali
Spain
Isabella II
Maine Case and Spain Demand Indemnity and Apology
The American case against Spain centers on the Maine disaster in Havana harbor. The United States demands accountability for the crime, a full indemnity, and a sincere apology, with Spain to punish those responsible and settlement to be reached.
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Maine
Spain
Havana
Editor claims Consul General Lee favors Cuban autonomy
Dr Kiersen editor of the Christian Herald who traveled to Cuba asserts Consul General Lee does not back Cuban independence. He says Lee supports Spain's autonomy plan and believes Cubans will vote for autonomy if the U.S. stays out and allows a vote. He adds Lee will be surprised by the reverend doctor’s view.
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Kiersen
The
Christian Herald
Cuba
Clara Barton
Lee
United States
McKinley Straddles Peace and War in Cuban Crisis
A peace and a war faction sharpen in Washington over Cuba. Congress will face action soon. President McKinley avoids both sides, backing a policy to relieve Cuban distress and secure speedy independence from Spain, preferencing nonintervention but ready to use force if needed.
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Washington
Congress
McKinley
Spain
President Replies to Six Powers on Prolonged Crisis
The president voiced the majority view that the United States appreciates the humanitarian and disinterested nature of the powers’ note. He urged equal recognition of America’s earnest efforts to fulfill its duty to humanity by ending an indefinitely prolonged and insufferable situation.
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United States
Tarre
Congressional Proceedings Report on Cuban War and Army Bills
Senate and House activities span Cuban questions sundry civil appropriations and private pension bills. The Cannon resolution on fortifications passes. Joint monument for Albert Pike adopted. Army reorganization bill defeated amid tense floor scenes. adjournments set for the 11th.
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Senate
House
Washington City
Albert Pike
United States
John Roach
O. C. Bosbyshell
Philadelphia
National Guard
Pettis
George
Telegram from Rome urges pope to press peace with US
A Rome telegram reports the pope sent 500 words to Archbishop Ireland urging stronger efforts for peace and immediate representations to President McKinley. Jessie E Parker wins Kendrick Idaho mayoralty after a spirited race. Lancaster banker David Lanois is shot and killed by Ralph W Wireback. Four Morgan steamers receive new commanders. Madrid Liberal notes a cautious Papal note. Gen Graham seeks mobilization site near Atlanta. Judge Archer blinds and paralyzed, conscious lost. Mrs Louise L Brewer buried in Mount Vernon. Clara Barton to lead Cuba relief assistants. Brookline arrives with consul and 25 Americans in Jamaica. All quiet at Santiago as Brookline departs.
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Rome
Ireland
McKinley
Jessie E. Parker
Kendrick
Idaho
David Lanois
Conestoga National Bank
Lancaster
Ralph W. Wireback
Morgan
W. H. Brownson
W. H. Emery
C. J. Train
C. W. Davis
Tur
Madrid
Wm. M. Graham
Department of the Gulf
Atlanta
Osceola Archer
Austin
Tex
Louise L. Brewer
David J.brewer
United States Supreme Court
Washington
Mount Vernon Cemetery
Leavenworth
Kas
Central Cuba Relief Committee
New York City
Clara Barton
Cuba
Lee
Brookline
Port Antonio
Jamaica
Santiago de Cuba
United States
Pulaski F. Hyatt
Vhildren
Santiago
Tarnished diplomacy and global crises in brief
A dispatch packed recap notes prominent absences of dignitaries in Washington and outlines crises abroad. It covers a Tokyo theater fire killing many and 1111 houses burned, a Chilkoot trail snowslide with at least 31 dead, a charity pledge by Chicago brewers for naval crews, Bank of England rate hike to four percent, the Texas battleship joining the fleet, Mallory line cargo arriving in Key West, a $6.59 million deficiency suit against Union Pacific, Madrid cabinet turmoil, York mill workers’ return to work, and Dun & Co weekly U.S. and Canadian failures, plus an unverified report on the lighthouse tender Fern’s fate.
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Advicrs
Orient
Tokio
Harukicho Theater
Skaguay
Alaska
Chilkoot Trail
Tuer
Chicago Brewers’ Association
Chicago
Bank of England
Texas
Hampton Roads
Fort Monroe
Mallory
Comal
Key West
Fla
New York
United States
Union Pacific Railway Co
Kansas Pacific
Sanford
St. Paul
Madrid
York
Saco
New England
Dun &Co
Canada
Washington
Fern
Ilavana
Maine
Saloon tragedy in St Louis leaves one dead
Telegrams report one man killed instantly and another mortally wounded in an Easter morning saloon incident in St. Louis, amid other dispatches noting Armenian orphans, naval movements, bank data, and press visits to the Transmississippi exposition in Omaha.
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St. Louis
Nagasak
Japan
Ta-Lieng Wan
China
Lee
Key West
Fla
Washington
Tampa
Associated Banks of
New York City
Pisrategy
Gibraltar
Cristobal Colon
Infanta Marie Teresa
Cadiz
Cuba
Havana
Cabanas
Hong Kong
Baltimore
Hugh McCulloch
Nanshan
Zafiro
America
Iowa
Minnesota
South Dakota
Colorado
Kansas
Utah
New York
Omaha
Neb
National Editorial Association
Denver
Illlinois Deaths and Proclamations Highlight state news
Reports from Illinois list several deaths in Litchfield Quincy Oakdale and Marion county plus a 23 year old peer of Prof Turgeon in St Louis. Gov Tanner issues Shawneetown disaster relief appeal Arbor Day proclamation and Peoria asylum plans. Brann and Nesser tragedies noted along with hydrophobia cases and naval monitor duty.
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Charley N. Ferdon
Litchfield
John N. Ackerman
Quincy
Hiram A. Stearns
Illinois
Oakdale
Cal
Taylorville
Thomas Nevins
John W. Boynton
Marion County
Salem
Mary Turgeon
J. A. Turgeon
Assumption
St. Louis
Shawneetown
Tanner
State Board of Charities
W.S. Phillips
Ridgway Bank
Ridgway
Johnstown
Lincoln
William Fogarty
Elections in Illinois reshapes state council and townships
Chicago reports 35 city council seats filled with 40 Democrats 26 Republicans and 2 independents. Municipal issues focus on 50-year railway franchise renewals and Allen Law powers, with the Democratic League backing 28 candidates and many victories confirming mayoral alignment. Across towns, results show mixed gains with Democrats winning key townships in Decatur Rock Island and others, while Republicans gain in Galesburg and Taylorville, among numerous local contests.
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Chicago
Municipal League
Galena
Eureka
Cruger Township
Rockford
F. M. Puffer
John Beatson
Charles A. Rapp
J. W. Seccomb
Bloomington
Greenup
Kinmundy
People's
Decatur
Springfield
Rock Island
Marshall
Clinton
Clinton Township
DeWitt County
Vandalia
Paris
Edgar County
Board of Supervisors
Pana
Pana Township
Ramsey
Ramsey Township
Odin
Ashley
Lewiston
Salem
Virden
Enfield
Sorrento
Nashville
Effingham
Douglass Township
Mattoon
Taylorville
Galesburg
Edwardsville
Chrisman
Warsaw
P. M. Potter
Sioner
Moneaqua
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Troy
Illinois State News
Gev
Praire
Peoria Asylum
Peoria Asylum For Incurable Insane
Brann
Humboldt
Coles County
W. C. Brann
Iconoclast
Waco
Peoria
Alice Clarke
A. C. Clark
John K. Speed
Memphis
Tenn
Mr. Clarke
Mamie Starr
Newland
Joliet
J.W. Newland
Illinois Naval Militia
Annie Nesser
Moline
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