Maine disaster sparks treachery theories and naval fears
World correspondents report that some naval experts suspect treachery behind the Maine explosion. Spanish officials are not believed implicated. Consul General Lee warns Americans to quit Havana as rioting fears rise. Wrecking contracts outline daily payments and a $200,000 appropriation with a $100,000 possible bonus if tasks move to New York.
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Court of inquiry opens on Maine explosion at Havana
Havana Feb 23. The court of inquiry into the Maine explosion met at 10:30 am and recessed at 12:30. Lt G F W Holman navigator and ordnance officer testified. In the afternoon Lt Cdr R Wainwright executive officer presided. divers work in darkness with limited lights from the Mangrove. Bodies and salvage efforts continue amid unknown obstacles and heavy critique of misinformation.
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George Wi Koeheler
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Photographs Spur Expert Doubt on Maine Explosion Cause
Philadelphia February 23 Photographs of the wrecked battleship Maine were shown to Charles H. Cramp for expert opinion. He said the pictures suggest two or more explosions and that the wreck below the water may be worse than above. He urged cofferdams for salvage and called raising the hull with pontoon boats impracticable.
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Saya
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Philadelphia
Charles H. Cramp
First New York Ammunition Arrives for Navy Yard
The Brooklyn navy yard received about 2000 projectiles from Carpenter Steel works for six eight and ten inch guns. Torpedo heads from New England makers are due today. The ordnance officer said the munition collection does not imply imminent war and that supplies were ordered seven months ago.
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New York
Carpenter Steel Works
Brooklyn Navy Yard
New England
San Ordnance Officer
National Guard Officers Ordered to Readiness in Pennsylvania
Major General Snowden, head of the Pennsylvania National Guard, has issued general orders to all state officers to recruit to the legal quota and keep the directive secret. The commands must have their units ready to march fully armed and equipped within twenty four hours.
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Spanish cruiser Vizcaya officers visit New York navy yard
Admiral Bunce commandant of the navy yard received Captain Eulate of the Vizcaya and his aides Captain Gilmore and Lieutenant Ward. They departed on the commandant’s barge Undine and cruised down the bay in full dress uniforms during a formal official visit.
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Admiral Bunce
Navy Yard
Eulate
Vizcaya
Gilmore
Ward
Otsego Muscled for Active Service in War Prep
Otsego Michigan reports enrollment of a full company of able bodied riflemen for active service with potential to double in twenty four hours, led by Captain R R Conrad and Lieutenants Hubley and Conrad. Reading Pennsylvania mobilizes 1000 volunteers as four companies form in readiness for hostilities. Bridgeport Connecticut confirms a government order for forty rapid firing Hotchkiss six pounder guns to be delivered within about three months.
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American Ordnance
Bridgeport
New York Charter Day Three Day Celebration Plan
The charter day committee submits the three day programme to ex Mayor Thomas F Gilroy. Celebration set for May 3 and 5 includes a naval parade and related events.
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New York
Thomas F
Gilroy
Warrant Swear Outs Lead to Arrests in Ripley County
Reports from Versailles Indiana detail warrants issued for multiple suspects in Ripley County. C. H. Hughes and Arch Wright face charges connected to alleged killings and attempted assassination actions, with a preliminary trial held in Cross Plains and warrants issued for thirteen men. Attorney General Ketcham remains on scene as warrants issued and witnesses summoned.
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H. Baehes
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C. H. Hughes
Henry Shute
James ‘Mount
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J. BP
Arch Wright
Norwood
Osgood
Chicago
William R. Craig
Hezekiah Hughes
Hughes
Wright
Ketcham
Indiana Populists nominate ticket and anti fusion platform
The Indiana Populist state convention in Indianapolis elected a state ticket and three national committeemen. They adopted a platform opposing fusion by injunction and endorsing free silver at 16 to 1, female suffrage, prohibition, and bank money controls. The national committee members chosen were W. S. Austin Joshua Strange and A. G. Burkhardt. The state ticket includes Dr. H. H. Morrison for secretary of state W. H. H. Parks for auditor Frank M. Brown for treasurer Robert W. Todd for clerk of the supreme court and Edward Packard for superintendent of public instruction.
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W. S. Austin
Floyd County
Joshua Strange
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Tipton
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H.H. Morrison
Greencastle
W. H. H. Parks
Bloomington
Frank M. Brown
Sullivan
Supreme Court
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Washington's Birthday Exercises Held in Meharry Hall Meharry Hall Meharry Hall Greencastle Ind
Special exercises commemorating Washington's birthday were held in Meharry Hall Greencastle Ind on February 23 at 10 o'clock. Speakers included Paul Spencer representing the university Leslie Beard editor of Palladium for Liberal Arts Wing Chuan Liu for the theological school and Mr Fairchild for the academy. Music accompanied the speeches and the annual banquet followed.
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Greencastle
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Paul. Spencer
University
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the Palladium
College of Liberal
Fairchild
Academy
Pela
Prohibitionists Meet in Indiana State Conference
About 200 Prohibitionists gathered in Indianapolis for the state conference directed by State Chairman L. M. Crist. A memory session honored Frances E. Willard, and a committee was formed to choose the next convention date and location. Crist stated fusion with any party was not authorized.
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L. M. Crist
Frances E. Willard
Crist
Pritchett Escapes Jail By Forcing Window Gratings
Geo Pritchett jailed in Danville Indiana for assault with intent to kill escaped after breaking locks from a window grate and prying outer bars apart. Police suspect outside help as two rails believed brought from the country lay under the window he used.
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Danville
Ind
Geo. Pritchett
Revival Extends One Week in English English Indiana
Revival services led by Revs Shrode and Clinton in English English Indiana were extended for another week after a highly successful week. Each night saw ten to fifteen members accepted into the church, with no clear end in sight.
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Ind
Shrode
Clinton
Prominent Valparaiso Man Chooses Death By Self Inflicted Shot
Valparaiso Indiana February 23 Charles E Hullinger a prominent young man shot himself through the head. He was a member of Progress Lodge Knights of Pythias No 309 of Chicago and left a letter asking the Knights of Pythias to take charge of his remains.
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Valparaiso
Ind
Charles E. Hullinger
Progress Lodge
Knights of Pythias
Chicago
Anderson woman seeks divorce with $1000 alimony
Mrs. Jessie Shively wife of Dr Shively of Yorktown applies for divorce alleging ill treatment and asks for $1000 alimony. They are prominent local figures. Jason B Brown ex congressman in Seymour critically ill at home with liver trouble and complications.
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Jessie Shively
Jason BR
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Jason B. Brown
Michigan Club Banquet Highlights Political Feasts
Members enjoy a lavish banquet in a large hall with a Republican leadership table. Senator Cushman K. Davis discusses foreign relations while Senator Burrows acts as toastmaster and Governor Pingree offers welcome. The event features patriotic decor, music, and high profile speakers.
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Hawaii Legislature Convenes in San Francisco
The Hawaii Legislature will convene at noon today after the executive message is read. Both houses may adjourn briefly. Lawmakers show reluctance to hasten new laws until Congress takes decisive action on the annexation treaty.
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Hawai
San Francisco
Hawaii
Congress
Washington's Birthday Legal Holiday Exchange Note
A compact legal notice notes Washington's Birthday as a holiday affecting exchanges and schedules. The brief item marks the day as a holiday in official timing, with implications for operations and closures.
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Washington
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