The herald., 1894-04-25
DrssxNsroNs IN THE RANKS.
Kslls's Army Split, the sacramentan
Following Col. Spead.

DIssENsIONs IN THE RANKS.
kally'a Army Split, the bacram entana
Following Col. spsad.
ATLANTIC, Ia, April "a --Kelly's In.
dustrials reached Atlantic at O'Clock
tonight with Colonel Spead and his fol-
lowers in the ranks. The day had been
an eventful one, Spead having been de-
posed and a separation of the Sacra-
mento and San Francisco divisions hsv-
ing been made during the march, which
narrowly sverted war. Spead had re-
fused to obey orders issued by Kelly
and was promptly court martialed and
reduced to the ranks. The Sacramento
division at once declared it would de
sert Kelly and follow Spead, and the
camp was soon in scene Of wild disor-
der. About 300 declared for Spead and
the men argued their differences
with Clubs and stones. A fight was
averted, however, by Kelly's coolness.
Before they reached Atlantic the Sacra-
mento division made Spead general, and
tonight declared their intention to follow
no banner but his. They openly de-
nounce Kelly as having applied to his
own use the army's funds, and say they
will obey his orders no longer. Spead
has accepted the leadership but saws he
will march to Washington with Kelly,
but not under his guidance. Hence
forth, says Spead, there will be two ar
mics absolutely distinct. Kelly hopes
for a reconciliation. He says he can and
will account for funds received. The
two armies will remain in Atlantic until
Thursday.
WALNUT. Ia, April 24.--Kelly's In
dustrial army reached here at noon to-
day, and after hasty luncheon started
to Atlantic, where they are due tonight.
AT Avoca the populace turned out en-
masse to bid the Commonwealers good
bye. The wagons that brought the men
from Nicola returned last night, and to-
day SO fresh teams, furnished by
farmers in the adjacent country,
were driven into camp at Avoca,
and laden with Commonwealers.
The vehicles could hold only about half
the men, and every five miles shifts were
made. As the army came down a steep
hill into Walnut, it was received with
the same cordial welcome which has
characterized its receptions since it left
Council Bluffs. The town officials bid
Kelly welcome and the townspeople
furnished plenty of prrvisions. The
stop here was brief, and the army WAS
soon on the way for Atlantic, 20
miles from Avocs. The farmers
greeted the men with words of |
encouragement, and now and then a
well.flled provision wagon wheeled
into line amid grateful cheers. A car
load of provisions from Omaha was
promised.
Some excitement was caused in camp
late last night by the report that two |
men had been poisoned A physician
who investigated the report said the |
men had taken an overdose of cough |
medicine and were only slightly ill.
AT Atlantic elaborate preparations for !
The reception of the army we're made,
and committees were arranging details
and collecting provisions.
The army gave no evidence OF the
nutiny of yesterday, company @ OF
sacramento being as apparently loyal
ls the others. A successor to Colonel
Baker, who was discharged and who
'anked next to Kelley, has not been
,hosen, but Colonel SpeRd OF Sncra-
neate with pIvVutJfy Os~Svoys
row. The Commonwealers are bitter in
their condemnation OF Baker and his
methods, and his threats to expose mat
ters financial. Should he attempt to
return to the army he will likely receive
rough handling. The men express great
confidence in Kelly, and are allowed to
view the accounts of the army whenever
they wish.
Soon after Kelly's army lett Walnut
today, at least 100 men left the ranks
and started across the country. The
army left Walnut 11lS strong, but it is
apparent that Kelly will be fortunate
if he reaches Des Moines with
1000 men. Seven men we're arrested
in Avoca last night for disorderly con-
duct. They were released today. Sheriff
Hazen of Council Bluffs is following the
army with three deputies. In Kenton
men are also on their trail, and it is ex-
pected wholesale arrests will be made at
Des Moines.
On the march today Kelly was hailed
by corps OF men who asked him to
allow them to take train. "We can
do it and we will do it. general, If you
will let u.s." said the spok
Kelly told the men it would ruin the
cause Of the unemployed il they took
such action. There was much adverse
comment, and Kelly is evidently some-
what alarmed.
Colonel Spead sided with Colonel
Baker, deposed for refusing to obsy
Kelly's order to march with the com
misaary wagons. Today hot exchanges
of compliments took place. The Sacra-
mento men took sides with Spead,
while the San Francisco crowd favored
Kelly A short distance beyond Wal
nut they halted to discuss the impend-
ing trouble. Spead mounted a wagon
and made a speech, and fight seemed
imminent. Stones we're gathered and
clubs waved.
At last Kelly climbed on q wagon and
began speech. He informed the men
that q court. martial had been held, and
the captains had by vote OF 20 to 3
reduced Spead to the ranks. 1--WE are
going to Washington. We should, and
believe we will, go together"
The men quieted down during the
afternoon. Many of the Sacramento
division announced their intention tC
split at Atlantic and follow Spead tc
Washington.
tn e COMMONWEAL.
Gen. Coxey ReJOines His Command a
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