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Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1896-05-19
For the L~eoisIatuFe.

At the solicitation of friends, 1 hereby an
nounce myself as q candidate for the House of
Delegates from this C7th) Delegate District,
subject to the decision OF ths Democratic
Primaries JOHN p KEARFoOT-
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1896-05-19
County Clerk.

We are authorized to announce W. F.
ALEXANDER as a candidate for clerkship of
the County Court of jefferson C~ounty-subject
to the action of the Democratic Primary
Election.
March II. 1896.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1896-05-19
Notice !

All parties are hereby cautioned against the
violation of section 42,of chapter z of the towp
ordinances, in regard to riding bicycles on
pavements or sidewalks, on a street at n
dangerous speed, or after dusk without lighted
lantern. A penalty of from 81 to So is pro-
yided, and the same win be enforced.
GUSTAV BROWN,
Nav 10. Mayor.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1896-05-19

The Confederate Society of Wash
ington, d. c., expects to take one
thousand people to the Confederate
reunion and cornerstone laying of
the Jefferson Davis monument at
Richmond, June 80 and July 1 and 2.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1896-05-19
For Sale.

From one to four Dwelling Houses, con-
tanning from three to ten rooms, good property
and conveniently located. Apply to
Feb. 2-tf- F.B. SOUOERs.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1896-05-19
Plants for sale.

The undersigned has for sale Cabbage, To-
mato, Beet aud other Plants. and will
supply same of excellent quality n reasonable
prices. Orders left at C.. D. Eby's or Z. A
Rodrick,s will receive prompt attention.
WM. T. ELLIOTT,
April Gift. Flowing Springs.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1896-05-19
For Councilman

Mr.. n. H. COOKE will be supported for the
Town Council in :he Third Ward by
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1896-05-19
Sheriff.

We are authorized and requested to announce
EUGENE BAKER as q candidate for Sheriff
of Jefferson County, subject to the Democratic
Primary.
Baker.1
April %.
Spirit of Jefferson. [volume] (Charles Town, Va. [W. Va.]) 1844-1948, 1896-05-19
P~rosecuting ttorney.

We are authorized to announce WIN. Fl.
WILSON as q candidate for the office of
Prosecuting Attorney of Jefferson county. sub
ject to the action of the Democratic Primary.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
RETURN OF VEYLER
Denied That It Was on Ac.
count Of Fear.
THE SPANISH SIDE OF THE AFFAIH

II Il stated That Omolal business n
Havana Demanded His Attention. and
Besidss. II Was Absurd Yor Him %
Devote Hls Time 10 Chasing Little
bands Of Insurgents.
WASHINGTON. Nov. 24.-The dispatch
from Jacksonville, Fla, reciting that O
cipher telegram had been received from
Havana. in which IL was stated that
General Weyler was driven to return to
Havana through fear. Is discrodited
here. The Spanish view Of tho return
Of General Weyler Is entirely different
Il Is pointed out that General Weyler IL
not only commander Of the troops. but
governor general Of the island, and In
Havana there Is large amount Of Of.
iioial business needing his attention. Il
is stated in the campaign Just made
that Weyler had been to tho strong.
holds Of the insurgents. passed through
many towns and destroyed their sup.
plies. From Spanish point Of view
the war at present has resolved itself
into chasing small bands Of insurgents
about the country. and It would be alb
surd for the captain general to place
himself At the head of one company OF
another Of these troops and follow stray.
fling bands of insurgents from one GOV.
or 10 another.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
THANKSGIVING FRUIT.
Blg sales Made At New York At Ad-
vanccd Prices.

NEW YORK. Nov. 24--Large sales Of
California, Jamaica and Spanish fruits
are being made for tho Thanksgiving
traders for holding. Goodsell, Of tho
Goodsell Fruit company. said last
night that the fruit market had respond.
cd 20 the excellent demand that exists
just prior 70 this holiday. 30 that the
prices OF all kinds Of products were very
good and business was quite active
Until within few days low prices have
prevailed. but now prices have advanced
from 25 70 30 per csnt. The last re-
oeipts Of California grapes are now
coming into the market, and Mondays
sales Of California Tokay grapes and
Emperon--a grape similar to the To-
kAy-resultedi in the fruit bringing about
- to 81 per double crate Of 30 pounds.
The first direct steamer bringing a
large cargo Of new crops Of Sicily lem.
ons has just arrived. and the fruit il
selling at an average Of 81 per box Of
300 lemons, a. against si.7S that ruled
about month ago for similar grades.
Jamaica oranges are arriving IN large
quantities. and 1000 packages sold At
from $3.50 TO 1925 per box Of 200 or
anges. Jamaica grape fruit sold AT
about e. per barrel OF about 100 freight,
The Goodsell company also sold the
first lot Of Mexican orange that have ar.
rived this season. The fruit. however
was not In good condition. and COO
boxes sold at about g. 20 per box.
At the salesrooms Of Brown a Sc.
comb 1865 packages Of California grapes
sold at si.iO to f3O5 per package ant
2SO barrels Of Jamaica oranges went a
81 to Si26 per barrel. The California
grapes, that have not quite as goot
keeping qualities as the Spanish, are be
ing put on the market a. they arrive
and viii be all consumed by the end o
December. The choice qualities o
Spanish grapes viii DO put out in Janu
airy.
Mr., Goodsell said that the last carg
Of Almeria grapes for the season has al
ready come in. The total importation
will be 100, 600 barrels short Of that O
last year ON account Of a short crop. bu
prices are not proportionately higher.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

Sam b. Wilson & Co.'S. opening, brief.
ly mentioned yesterday morning, de-
serves more than passing notice. For
more than two hou's Monday night the
store was crowded with people, prinei-
pally ladies, Who simply went into exta
cies over the beautiful holiday goods
displayed. Thecut glass, rare china,
decorated glass, magnificent lsmps,
beautiful pictures, and a thousand 9TH
er things were blended together with
most perfect taste and made most e..
Qnisile scene ia the soft incandescent
Eight No less beautiful and artistic
vas the display Of jewelry, diamonds,
watches, silyerware aud clocks made by
John NJ. Caldwell, and OF the hundreds
who visited the opening, all seemed de-
lighted beyond measure with Mr.. Cald.
wells display. Holiday openings will
always prove popular, for who does not
love to look and linger where all Is new
and beautiful, and things differ only In
the degree Of loveliness.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
Knight Templars.

Iyanhoe Comm andery No. s, knight
Templars, met last night with a pood
attendance Among those from other
places were Deputy Grand Com
mander L. T. NOys and 5. W. Cronin Of
Houston, j. 6. Henneger and J. P.
Palms Of Ilearne, L. I. Fuller Of Cal
vert, and II. r. Kellogg Of Franklin.
Asa result Of the work last night
Mr.. II G. Rhodes is = Templar, and
We do not hesitate to say that he will
be a true and loyal knight.
After the meeting the members Of
the commandery repaired TO the Ex-
change hotel where a snmptuous ban
quei, with It's accompanying merrimeni
and good-iellowship, was enjoyed,
lvanhoe oommandery numbers Emong
Is members some Of the best and tru.
est men In this and neighbonng towns
and it is indeed pleasure and an hon
or 10 meet and be associated with such
royal spirits.
The spread was perfectly elegant
Having been arranged under the per
sonal supervision Of Mrs. MoOring 4
could not have been otherwise. Tn,
tables were arranged 10 form the signii
ieant capital 7, and plenliiully filleS
with good things. Among the visitor
present in addition TO those mentioned
aboyew we're r. NJ. Elgin, J. G. Kidd anS
%. S. Wilson.
The visitors went out TO College an,
dined there.yeslerday.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

Mr.. c. c. shellbu'ne formally an
nouuces his candidacy for reelection TO
the office Of city marshal this morning
As marshal for the past two years and
deputy marshal for long time preyi-
Gus to his election, Mr.. Shelburae's
record as a peace oiicsr is familiar 10
every voter who will appear at the polls
here next Apnl. lir has made a vigi-
liant, iireless and impartial Official, and
there is no town In Texas OF Bryan'l
size where lie aud property are better
protected. II Te-elecied NJ. Shelburns
will pursue the same policy in the ia
ture which has marked bis course In
the past.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
sun OWE 90 lEI1ERs.
Jerome Caldwell seeks 20 Compel CHARLES
Fair 90 Give Them Tn.

Jerome Caldwell seeks Co Compel Charles
Fair 20 Give Them Up.
SAN FRAScIsco. Nov. a. In the SUI
perior court suit has been brought by
jerome Caldwell Of Los Angeles against
Charles L. Fair for possession Of certain
letters entrusted TO the latter. and
which are said to give for the first time
history Of the great Comstock lode
The letters are said to contain remark.
able correspondence between the late
deceased Fair and Caldwell and extend.
ed from November, 1858. 10 March,
1894 The petition alleges the plaintiff
is the owner Of the letters in question.
copies Of which are set forth in the
schedule attached to the complaint.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

Preparations have begun for the
sixth annual grand ball and banquet
to he given 10y the d. Y. X. Club Tues-
day evening, Dec. % A list was circu-
lated yesterday and the names Of thir-
ty-two young men who will take part
in the entertainment have already
been secured. According 10 present
calculations and unless further notice
Is given no formal invitations will be
issued. Few visitors from a distance
have ever attended these balls, a. holi.
day entertainments At home have kept
them away, aud the people Of Bryan
and College are always cordially wei.
coined. The bail will be appropriately
decoTa ted and Berry's orchestra Of Gal.
weston, will be secured II possible,
This orchestra is probably the best ~
dance mnsic In the state and Their com
ing will be hailed with especial delight
by the young people.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

chas. II. Edge, dentist, Bryan Tex,
JIM. slaughter Of Edge, was here
yes erday.
10 n to Mr.. and Mrs. Otto Boehme
\ cndAy night, a daughter.
Mr.. chales Doremus returned to
Hearne yesterday.
DR.. Joe Goodwin wash from the bot
tenn yesterday.
VIM. Hoppe and ". J. Moore left yes
serday for Kansas City TO buy mules.
WI. Bryan viii soon begin bis lect-
ure tour at the salary Of slOOOper week.
C.H. wyse has just received a line
Of beautiful capes and jackets, which
will be sold very close. 500
Karrs Glover Root Tea purInes the
blood and gives a clear and beautiful
complexion. Sold by all druggists.
Mrn.J. ]. Mislrot aad children aud
Miss Marie Mistfol weat to Calvert yes
terday.
Diseased blood. constipation, and
kidney, liver and bowel troubles are
cured by Karfs Glover Root Tea. Sold
by all druggists.
John Lights and Bob \ chols, two
negroes, had a difficulty Monday even
ing and we're both fined the usual in th'
mayors court yesterday morniag.
Leave your orders for Thanksgiving
oysters at the Handy Kitchen. Fret
delivery. Hing mp phone 2O2. $40
Thanksgiving turkeys at Mikes. III
has the best In town. All Sizes hem
aud goblers. Ring phone 40 for prices
IA Heaey, oolo5ed, has snrrendere'
10 the authorities Of Burleson oouaty
for the shooting Of sam Jackson, anoIh
or negro, near Bates Ferry Sunda.
afternoon.
The two boys detained in connection
with 6ooch stable sale were release
Monday night and rearcsied yesterda
on charge Of willfully iniuring per
sonal property.
A. Emden will sell you, commencin
to-day and until further notice-day O
night, Sunday or any other day--OysieT
fried. slewed or raw, for only l5cts pg
dozen. These are hard time prices, =
anybody can enjoy dozen fine oyster
served In first-class style Tor yer
small sum. Remember the price-onl
10 cis per dozen. Go and see him an
enjoy treat. Phone 2Oi 800
Try Joe on the front chair at Allen
Late Of Capitol Hotel harbershol
Houston. Call and see Allen. lie vi
appreciate your trade. $40
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
For City Secretary.

la ON announced ani column this
mornirg viii be found the name Of
Mr.. G. T.. jenkins, who Ia candidate
for the oilice Of City Secretary, Asses.
sor and Collector Mr.. Jenkins Is we'll
known TO the people o. Bryan a. q
sober and industrious aud intelligent
young man who has every qualification
requisite cor the office be seeks lie
has lived here many years. and as a
member OF the fire depa.t men, and in
other ways has rendered much efficient
public service, which should be eonsid-
cred among bis claims ioi the Office he
seeks. II elected We have NJ hesita1-
ey in saying that he woa'd make an
efficient and pain'taking officer.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
LATEST FROM CUBA.
wsyier hack In Havana and Much Con.
fusion Exists.

wsylsr hack In Havana and Much Con.
fusion Exists
NKw York. Nov. g4-The World has
a dispatch from jacksonville, Fla, as
follows:
A cipher cablegram from Havana To-
night to \ Cuban leader here says
that General Weyler has been forced 20
return TO Havana. and that the city Is
In great confusion. Weyler gives no
excuse. 1t Is said, except that IL is too
hot and unhealthy 10 do any fighting.
IL is openly asserted In Havana that
Weyler became frightened because
Maoeo had set price upon his head or
his capture.
weyler's scouts informed him that
Maoeo might make an attempt on Ha-
vanA and the Spanish general rotroated
in hot haste TO the safety Of his palace
Il Is also stated In the cablegram that
wsyler's recalls now assured. as the
Spanish government is incensed against
him for his dilAtory tactics
Cubans here are jubilant, for they
think this viii have a favorable effec
upon congress.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

thousands OF casea OF Consumption,
Asthma. Coughs. Colds and Group are
cured every day by Shiloh's Cure. Sold
By all druggists
DR.. +. Barlow Of Kurten, was a pleas
ant caller atthe Eagle Office yesterday,
Constipation causes more than half
the Ills Of women. Karrs Glover Root
Tea Is pleasant cure Cor Constipation
Sold by all druggists.
So far November has brought us moth
ing but miserable sitting fogs that spoil
all Of the morning. aud leave one in .
bad humor all day.
was nervous. tired, Irritable and
cross. Karls Glover Root Tea has
made me well aud happy.
Sold by all druggists.
MRS. Il. h. WORDEN.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

The Most Destructive Fire known al
Atlanta. Tea.

ATLANTA. Tex, Nov. 2t-The most
destructive FIRE in the history Of this
town broke out at o'clock yesterday
morning. in the 2-story brick ON the cor
nor Of Front and Hiram streets, owned
by n. jacobs and occupied by the drug
firm Of Newkirk and Peck. The build
ing was burned ont before any means
could be used TO prevent It. Tho FIRE
leaped from one building 10 another un-
I'll the saloon Of Smith s. Carney, the
saloon OF S. O. Mays and the large hard
ware store Of J. s. Spell were entirely
destroyed. On the south corner Of the
block stands the large general store Of
N. Jacobs On this building hinged the
fate Of the town, and by the concentrat-
ed efforts Of the male population the
FIRE was conquered here.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

MESA, Ark, Nov. 2l-Two laborers
named Casey and Hopkins. who were
employed ON the grade Of the Kansas
City, Plttsburg and Gulf railroad, were
put in Jail charged with being drunk
They attempted to burn their way out
and burned the building, They were
overcome by the flames before they
could be rescued and both men were
burned into n crisp.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
FouR HuMAN SKELETONS.

Pound In = Cave and Believed TO he
Of some Prehistoric Race.
MANSFIELD, No. Nov. 2i-Whilo
exploring an onyx cave near this place a
party Of huRtaA unearthed four human
skulls. Il We supposed az first that
they were the remains Of Indians, but
the subsequent discovery Of several
pieces Of pottery and crude instruments
Of war, which Il Is known were not the
handiwork Of Indians, leaves no doubt
that they were the bones Of some pre-.
historic race, probably the moundbuild.
ers. The skulls have been sent TO the
Smithsonian institute at Washington
for further examination.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
We are authorized to announce

We are authorized TO announce
WA. A. BANKS
as a candidate for Secretary, Assessor
aud Collector Of the City Of Bryan AZ
the ensuing April election.
We are authorized 70 announce
C.E.JENKINs
as a candidate for the Office Of CITY sec.
retary, assessor aud collector Of Bryan
at the ensuing April election.
We are authorized 10 announce
C. 7. WILSON
as a candidate Tor city marshal Of Bry.
an at the ensuing Ap,il election.
We are authorized % announce
c. @. SHELBuRNE
a. a candidate for re election TO the
Office Of city marshal OF Bryan at the
ensuing April election.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
WIN Dins win the Queen.

LONDON, Nov. "a. Thomas +. Bay.
ard. United States ambassador. and Mrs
Bayard. were commanded" today
TO visit Windsor castle Thursday next
and dine with the queen. Mr.. and Mrs
Bayard viii also sleep at the castle thai
night, and ~ BayArd, An consequence
has been obliged to cancel his engage
ment to preside az the thanksgiving
dinner Of the American colony here
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

NEW YoRK. Nov. 2i-The cotton
market opened steady today with
prices 4 to points lower. following
heavy receipts at port and uniavorablc
news from Liverpool Trading during
isIvtt hehour was small. with New Or.
leans and Liverpool rs buyers and local
houses sellers. Spot markets south re.
ported easier with small business doing.
At II a. m. the market was quiet but
steady At about opening prices Sales
for the first hour 10000 bales
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
A WOMAN INVENTOR.
Pushes TO Completion the work Her
Father Hogan.

CINCINNATI. Nov 2l-Miss Cora l..
Turner has invented and patented q
boiler especially adapted for securing
great economy in storage for fuel and
for the reason that II Is likely TO be Of
great use in vessels, making it possible
TO make long voyages without renewal
Of fuel. Miss Turner's father had at
tempted vainly in his life time to max,
the idea practical. After his death th,
daughter took It up and carried II oui
successfully.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

rhe sewer by Cars cotton ya-d is
being dsed up in good shape aud the
mudholes q the street there ate SOON to
be thing Of the past.
Ksep the date steadily before you
Wednesday, Dee. %, when the great
Clay Clement Will be here.
The NJ. /. G. meets at 3 O'Clock this
afternoon at the residence Of Mrs. g. A.
Adams and all the members are urgei I.
~ requested to be present.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
FACTS OF A ROBBERY.
A Relative Tells How an old woma
Was Relieved of Her Cash.

A Relative Tells How an old Woman
Was Relieved Of Her Cash.
CINCINNATI, Nov. "a "A robbery Of
an old woman by three men who. at the
point Of revolvers. took nearly 500 from
a bag tied around her waist beneath
her skirt, was explained today by
Mrs Richardson, a relative Of the VIC
tim. She said the robbery was planned
two weeks ago. and that II was done by
her bartender, Fred Richardson, a man
named Fletcher aud negro named
Green. Tho woman told where some
Of the money was hidden, and II wa.
found there. The robbers had entered
the house and one covered the brother
Of the victim, an old man. while IN,
other two seized the victim, tied her
hands and took the money. Showing
that they knew how she carried II.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

NEW York. Nov %. The four men
arrested on suspicion Of being imph.
ooted in the robbery and murder Of
Frank p Arbuckle Of Denver. Colo. last
Thursday morning. were arraigned In
police court today and discharged.
The prisoners were Joseph Davidson,
alias Pagan. George w Stevens, Henry
Meyers, alias Muregen. and Samuel
Stewart, alias "sheeny sam"
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

GALVESTON, Nov. 24-From samples
Of sugaroane received in this city the
indications are that a bountiful crop Of
sugar viii be turned out In several ooun.
ties Of the state Tho quality Of thS
sugar will also be fine. Grinding Of the
cane ia nav in progress on a number Of
plantations In the sugar belt.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

Why suffer with coughs, colds and
Ia grippe when LAXAriyf BRoMo QuIN.
NE will cure you In one day. Does
not produce the ringing in the head
like Sulphats Of Quinine. Pat up in
tablets convenient for taking. Guar.
anleed 10 cure, or money refunded.
Price, Poe. For sale by
NJ. n James
sam b. Wilson,
T.. ] fountain.
Apl Halls Drug Store.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

Ring up John b Nike this morning
and order your Thanksgiving turkey
lie has the pick Of the market.
Consumption can be cured by the usg
OF Shlloh's Cure. This great Cough
Cure II the only known remedy for thai
terrible disease. Sold by all drug
glsts.
Cleaning, dyeing and repairing done
by frst-class process. Patronage sole
tied. First door north Of Presby teriar
church. 3i2 l.. A. Morris.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
Notlce 10 stockholders.

The stockholders Of the Brazos River
Bridge company are hereby called to
meet at the Mayor's Office, city hall
building, Friday Nov. q, At p. m.
Business Of importance will be trans
acted aud a full attendance Of Stock.
holders IL requested,
3'91 W. +, Saunders, Pres.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

There will bea union Thanksgiving
service held at the Christian church
tomorrow Thursday At II an. Rev.
A. NJ. stewart delivering an approph.
ate sermon. The choir will be com.
posel OF singers from the choirs Of
other churches, and the poor will be re-.
membercd at the service, which every
body Il invited b. attend.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

CINCINNATI, Nov, 2A-A special to
The Commercial. Tribune from Yer.
sailles, Ky, saga that Senator Joe O. $.
blackburn says that he is out Of the sen.
AtoriAl fight. all reports 10 the contrary
notwithstanding. He also says he does
not expect 10 run for governor.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25

guthrie. o. T.. Nov. 2{.-Near she
Sac and Fox agency Charles Syokes, the
ib.year.old son Of Augustus syckes, was
dragged TO death by q runaway horse.
The Bryan daily eagle. (Bryan, Tex.) 1895-1898, 1896-11-25
NOTHING KNOWN AT WASHINGTON
Think the Trial Of the Competi,or'i
Crew IL Mere Rumor.

Think the Trial Of the Competitor,
Crew IL Mere RumoF.
WASHINGTON. Nov. 24.-The state de.
partment has received absolutely no In.
formation Of any kind from Havana OF
elsewhere concerning the report that
the Competitor prisoners have been
tried in Moro castle BY secret and
summary courtmartiAl. Undor thess
circumstances no statement at all will
be made at the department ON the re,
port, but in view Of the plain provisions
Of our treaty and also the clear require,
ments Of the laws Of Spain officials ar,
loathe to believe the report correct. Il
Il believed, in view Of the provisions o.
the law. that the authorities At Havana
would not make such fragrant breach
Of law az the report alleges