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Gulf Coast breeze. [volume] (Crawfordville, Fla.) 1897-19??, 1898-06-10
SANTIAGO BATTLE DESCRIBED.
Further Dispatches Received at Cape
Haytien Are Connrmstory.

Hayden Are Connrmstory.
Dispatches received at Cape Haytien
Wednesday from Santiago confirm
Tuesdays bombardment and state that
great events are expected hourly there.
The American warships are in front Of
the harbor. The insurgents are gath
ering on the hills and the Spanish are
taking extraordinary precautions to
guard the entrance.
From the American point of view
the Santiago battle is described as fol-
lows.
The American squadron, augmented
by the torpedo boat Porter, the auxili-
airy cruiser st. Paul and the protected
cruiser New Orleans, formerly the
Amazonas, approached the entrance to
the harbor OF Santiago at about IL 80
p. M, the Iowa leading.
Inside the entrance OF the harbor
was seen one Of the ships of Cervera's
fleet stripped for action.
AS the American feet drew near the
New Orleans was detached and steamed
forward ahead of the iowa Texas and
ssachusetts. One OF the forts
opened fire on her and she replied,
the other two ships directing their fire
at the battery on the Punta Gorda
within the harbor and TO the westward
Of the position occupied by the Span
ish ship. The latter replied to the
fire and Immediately became q target
for all the American ships engaged in
the battle.
She retired behind a protecting
headland and was not seen again dur
ing the engagement.
The Iowa, directed by Capt. eight
ing Bob" Evans; the Massachusetts,
Captain F. J. Higginson; Texas, Cap
tain }. w. Phillip, and the New Or
leans, Captain w. M. Folger, kept up
their terrific fire against the Moro,
Socapa and Punta Gorda forts for two
hours, their projectiles of enormous
size doing tremendous damage to the
defensss OF the harbor.
The masonry on Socapa and Lorro
was battered almost into dust and the
forms of Spanish artillerymen and in
fantry could be plainly seen flying to
safety behind the neighboring hills.
The auxiliary cruiser which joined
Schley's feet just before the battle
took place was hit by shells from the
forts and it is thought she has been
seriously damaged by the shells.
After seeking the protection Of
jutting headland the Spanish warship
continued to fire projectiles over the
hills toward the feet, but they had no
range, not even direction to their shots
and the shells fell harmlessly into the
sea.
That the number Of killed and
wounded on the Spanish side is enor-
nous no one doubts, for time and
again the American shells hit the bat
teries squarely and amid the masonry
and dismantled guns the forms Of men
were deserted.
The damage done to the American
feet cannot be learned, but it is not
thought any person was killed-if in
deed, anyone vas wounded.
Gulf Coast breeze. [volume] (Crawfordville, Fla.) 1897-19??, 1898-06-10
SCENES At CH|CKAMAUGA.
IMPOSING SCENE WHEN GEN. FRED
GRANT TOOK THE OATH.
OBLIGATED BY EX-CONFEDERATE.
Con. Grant Highly Gratined Over the
Pleasant Demo ument-.M Much Fra
ternal Handshaking.

A Chickamauga dispatch says: Gen.
eral Fred d. Grant took the oath We'd
nesday as brigadier general, and the
ceremony was one Of intense interest.
The oath was administered by Judge
George A. Harris, Of Rome, Ga, an
ex-confederate, and the ceremony was
witnessed by large concourse OF peo-
pie, ex-confederste and ex-federal SOL
diers.
General Grant expressed great salts.
faction that he should have the priv.
lege Of assuming the obligations Of his
Office from so distinguished confed-
crate, and when the ceremony was
over q great shout went up, the first
man TO shake hands with and congrat-
ulate the distinguished officer being
Major George L. Gillespie, who was
with General Lee when he surrendered
ct Appomattox.
The scene was one unique in the his
tory Of tho country and the incident
created the greatest enthusiasm, which
broke into cheers that almost shook
Missionary Ridge when General Grant
said:
''Shake hands now, not over
Bloody chasm, but on the soil of q
country one in its loyalty to the one
flag"
There are probably 200 soldiers in
the various regiments who are sick at
division hospitals, in view Of which
the Chattanooga branch Of the national
relief committee has authorized the
statement that II is now ready to re-
ceive any contributions that may be
sent from the various states for the re-
lief and sustenance of the sick Sup.
plies may be sent to DR.. w. j. Trim
BILE, president OF the branch, or to
George w. Ochs, ex.mayor OF the city,
secretary, who will see that everything
reaches its proper destination. This
branch of the committee has the in
dorsement Of the authorities, and
relieves the hospital department from
the care and distribution of such sup
plies.
A. @. Post, OF company N, fifth II.
linois, of Canton, ILL.,, died Tuesday
night and the remains were shipped to
his family Wednesday. He was a
member Of the Knights of Pythias
and o large detachment from that Or
der Of the local lodges accompanied
the remains to the depot.
Private +. l.. Thompson, of COM
pany L, fifth Maryland, son Of Captain
Thompson, OF company @, Of the same
regiment, was drowned Wednesday
afternoon while bathing in Chicka-
manga creek.
Major Shiba, of the Japanese army,
who has been at Chickamauga watch
the organization OF the volunteer
army, left for Tampa. Major Shiba,
when asked what he thought OF the
army, said:
''It is simply marvellous" He will
ask to accompany the army Of invasion
TO be sent 70 Cuba.
In accordance with orders issued
the First District Of Columbia, One
Hundred and Fifty-seventh Indiana,
Second New York and First Ohio in
fsntry regiments left Wednesday morn
ing for Tampa.
Orders from the war department to
oil regiments to All up their rolls to
the full strength Of 1907 men were
issued during the day, and the details
for recruiting are being made mp as
rapidly as possible.
Gulf Coast breeze. [volume] (Crawfordville, Fla.) 1897-19??, 1898-06-10

Fifty years ago there were few per-
sons employed or gaining livelihood
by the utilization Of electric energy.
Now in Europe and America there are
more than million.-very likely two
millions in the world. In 1897 George
Stephenson started his first railway
train possibly with dozen employees.
Now in the United States there are
nearly 800, 900 railroad workers.
Gulf Coast breeze. [volume] (Crawfordville, Fla.) 1897-19??, 1898-06-10
LAND ATTACK NOT MADE.

Report That Insurgents swooped Down
on Santiago Is Denied.
The published report of an attack
upon the city of Santiago de Cuba
Thursday by the insurgents is not con-
firmed, and appears to be without foun-
dation.
Reports OF the dreadful restitution
of the inhabitants Of the city, how
ever, are verified. 1t is said now that
even the officials are unable to procure
normal supply of food.
Gulf Coast breeze. [volume] (Crawfordville, Fla.) 1897-19??, 1898-06-10
THIRTY DAYS RATIONS

Being Prepared For General Lees Troops
At jacksonville.
The wsr department is massipg ra-
tons for thirty days for the troops
that are assembling at Jacksonville
under General Lee. The authorities
decline to say how many weu are to
he concentrated there, or whether they
will stay at that place for the full
thirty days for which the rations are
provided.
Gulf Coast breeze. [volume] (Crawfordville, Fla.) 1897-19??, 1898-06-10

The Hong Kong Press tells Of q
professional beggar who has built
quite fine three-story tea-house just
outside the South Gate. As the only
three-story building in the city, IL is
m object OF great pride 10 the natives,
whose charity helped so largely in its
erection.
Gulf Coast breeze. [volume] (Crawfordville, Fla.) 1897-19??, 1898-06-10
The Public Debt.

The monthly statement of the pub
lie debt shows that at the close Of bus
mess May 81, 1898, the public debt
less cash in the treasury amounted to
81, Q37, 773, 76O, an increase over last
month Of SIS, 34l,108.
Gulf Coast breeze. [volume] (Crawfordville, Fla.) 1897-19??, 1898-06-10
GENERAL WEYLER Is POPULAR.

He to Accorded Many Ovations While
Travelling Through Spain.
The Madrid correspondent Of The
London Daily Telegraph says: Lieu
tenant General Weyler has arrived at
Santander, on the bay of Biscay, where
he has been received with an ovation.
Thousands greeted him at every rail-.
road station on the way, but the de-
monstration was very strong at Santan-
der, while 'vivas were shouted in,
honor OF the modest general"
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04
Y, NJ, {. \. Notes.

Next Sunday, 3.l5 p. M, Rev. J. W.
Easley, pastor a Brandywine NJ. f.
Church. will address the mass-meeting
for men. Subject, 1.-The Nations Call
Sacred song service viii be given by a
triple male quartet.
On May Eth reception will be given
by the members to their lady friends.
On Monday evening, next, the Bible
class will begin at 7.45 p. m. instead OF
$50. Mr.. Pettingill, tie instructor, will
remain all evening for the benefit of any
who have any particular questions to
ask or want any special instruction on
religious enlightenment.
A meeting Of the reception committee
will take place at 40 Saturday evening
mex.
The Y. NJ. c. A. is 1lourishing, and the
gymnasium has developed some fine tai
lent, and very promising young athletes
have been brought ont who have the
look OF corners. James Stroud has shown
extraordinary athletic ability IN the
gymnasium. He is quick, agile and
strong, and frequently, this last winter,
led his basket ball team to victory when
defeat seemed inevitable.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

TIE plans Of tie Administration with
regard to Cuba have been very wisely
kept from the general public, though
there is undoubtedly some truth in the
report that an armed force of United
States regulars will shortly be landed on
the island, probably at Nlatanzas. But
this force will not be large, and it will
not properly be described as an invading
army. 1t will merely be a force Of sat
ficient strength to capture-with the aid
of our heet-and hold a town where Il
base OF supplies Gun be established, and
the aid, which our proteges-the recon-
centrados--are 50 greatly in need Of, can
be distributed. But the invasion which
is daily expected will hardly be the van
guard OF the army Of occupation that
will finally subjugate the island and
hand it over to the Cubans.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

Chiffon and lace are being employed
for all kinds Of bodices. often yelled
with full flounces OF lace, falling sacque
fashion to the waist.
Nellie Council, aged 8 years Of No
206 Maryland avenue, was run over. but
not seriously hurt, by a coal wagon
near her home Yesterday. ~
William +. James has been awarded
the contract for building the new rectory
for st. Johns Church on the Boulevard
Hi. bid was $6,347.
A large Newfoundland dog owned by
Mr.. Meyers, the baker on West Front
street, was killed at 40 O'clock yester'
day morning by trolley car at Front
and Madison street.
Union Church Anti-Saloon League
will meet on Friday night. Addresses
will be made by Rev. Robert Watt, D. d.,
and Mrs. Cranston, of Newport. Reel
tations by Miss Carolyn c. Pierce.
George Robinson, Charles WEann and
four other gentlemen were shad fishing
in the river this side of Fort Delaware on
Monday. They caught 10 shad in two
hauls. The fish will be salted.
At special meeting of the W. {. 7.
U. last night it was decided to set aside
one hour every Monday for prayer fol
the soldiers at Camp Tunnel at the
headquarters, No. 100 West Eighth
street.
The scow just completed by the Jack,
son 4 Sharp Company for New York
parties was launched at 10 O'Clock yes
terday morning, the tug Martha assist.
ing. The newly launched scow will
soon be delivered to her owners.
The Police Department yesterday
morning received word that Robert
Regain, a boy, of No. 1908 West Eighth
street, who had run away from home,
had returned. His parents thought
that the boy had gone to Cuba.
Miss Mary Macklin was rendered Il
very pleasant surprise party on Monday
evening, at the home of Miss Helen
Sayers, No. 81 East Eighth street.
About thirtv-tive were present and spent
a very pleasant evening.
A fine pair OF well-hred carriage
horses arrived in this city yesterday
from Fort Niobrara, Nebraska. They
were the property of Col. j. n. Andrews
of the Twelfth United States Infantry
who has gone with his command tt
/ Chickanauga.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

EVERY American will applaud the ex-
pressed determination OF the Admins
traton to administer punishment upon
those guilty OF completely in the de-
struction of the Maine a. fast as they
are located. 1t is the belief Of the Adj
mini~tration that the Spanish officials
guilty Of this bloody crime are still in
Havana, and as soon as Havana is cap
turcd an investigation will be started to
run down the conspirators who were
responsible for the affair of February b..
As fast as they are found they will be
court-martialIed and hanged. That the
Spanish anticipate such action is shown
by their action in destroying what re-
manned of the wreck Of the Maine.
Secret advlces to our government an
nounce that this has been done, the
object being to prevent the raising OF
the wreck after the fall of Havana and,
so far as possible, to prevent the CAT her.
ing Of any further evidence against the
guilty persons. Enough information,
however, is already in the possession OF
our officials to make out a clear case,
and we are only waiting the capture Of
Havana to avenge the Maine upon those
who sent her and her crew to destruc.
ton. There is no true American at home
or abroad who will not approve this
purpose and desire its accomplish,
ment.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04
Exciting Runaway.

\ runaway horse attached to a buggy
was caught by Charles Lore, co'olpd,
yesterday morning, about $50.
The horse was covered with perspira-
ton and when caught was in Il frantic
condition. 1t was found out that the
team belonged to William Wright. Il far
mcr, living near lIare's Corner. Wright
had come to this city on a visit to rela,
tive, and not knowing his horse was
afraid of the street cars, left it unhitched
at Front and Market streets, where il
started from. No serious damage was
done.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04
Commerce and Finance.

Trade in Flour was very quiet, buyers
lacking confidence in view OF the de-
cline in Wheat, but with light offerings,
the mills are generally asking old limits.
Spot Bran was in good request, small
supply, and firm. Desirable Hay found
good outlet at full prices, but receipts
were small. Straw was in ample supply
and steady, but rued quiet. Refined
Sugars were firm and in good demand.
Provisions were fairly active in jobbing
lots at full prices. Wheat was unsettled,
and after opening &c. lower, due to the
decline in cables and speculative pres
sure to sell in all domestic grain centres,
there was subs, 1uent recovery OF lc.
influenced by Bradstreets' estimate OF
G,OOO,O0O bushels d, "reasc in the world s
visible supply, the market ruling firm at
p. m. Export der and was less active,
and foreign limits ere too low for bust
ness. Corn options We're weak and de-
clincd lc. on cal DIE to speculative
pressure to sell N al home markets. in
duccd by lowe cab 8 and less inquiry
from exporter Local car lots were
scarce and firm. OTIS were scarce and
firm, but de"onI wac only moderate
from all sources. Cot N was unchanged.
GraiG Movement.
Receipts at philade'phia:-Wheat, Is,
20G; Corn, 2753JG; Oats, 1928. Balti-
more: Wheat, 1927; Corn, 22l, 1876;
Oats, 5+,4GG. Shipments at Philadel-
phia:-Whcat, 1921; Corn, Hiss;
Oats, II, 255. Baltimore Corn, 47,277.
Butter and Eggs.
The following are the official whole
sale prices recorded yesterday at the
Philadelphia Butter and Egg Board:
Separator Creamery, extra."".."l79
Creamery, tirsts. ...................."l7
do seconds. .....................l6
Imitation Creamery, extra.."......lG
do tirsts. .."...................]5
do seconds. ..............
Ladle-packed, xtra...................l5
do tirsts. OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. ...l4
do seconds ................
Creamery, extra........"......".
do tirsts. Observation-Disclosures. ....lS
do seconds. ........................17
Eggs.
Pennsylvania and near by....".."l1!
Western, strictly fresh.........".."llR
Southern, fresh. .......................11
Butter firm; Eggs firm.
New York-.Butter steady, l7c, re-
ceipts, 1907; Eggs steady, II "a ll!c.,
receipts, 1920.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

THE Spaniards consider that they "cov-
cred themselves with honor in the Ma
Mia fight This, it will be remembered,
was on the otl cr side Of the world, where
ideas are inverted.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

THE American idea an army appears
to be crystallizing around the propo-
stion that the soldiers shall first elect
their officers and then obey them.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

The up-to-date maiden's sailor hat
fairly bristles with warlike emblems. A
long pin, topped with sword hilt, holds
her veil in place, and the hat itself is
fastened to her riotous tresses by pins
bearing miniature cannons, bugles,
knapsacks and soldier caps.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

TIE Montserrat appears to have got
ten into Cienfuegos safely enough, but
we hear nothing Of her getting out
again.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

TIE spaniards, they tell US, fought
like "devils' Brave Dewey's boys
fought like Americans.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

II it is intended to carry the war into
Spain, place General Woodford in COM
mand of that particular division.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

If the recent explosions are any guide,
powder, like haste, should be made
slowly.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

MADRID says that Spain lost all but
her honor, She got rid OF that long
ago.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

On receipt OF t he news from Manila
even the weather was Dewey.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

THERE once was a person named Wey
Ter; whereabouts now unknown.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

Ok to Havana and punish the mis-
creants who destroyed the Maine.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04
Wednesday, May 1, 1898.
Coon morning.

TILE Spanish Cape Verde fleet is the
next on the list.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

INFORMATION wanted of the descendants 80
Henry Caldwell oNeil, who, in 1915 Gt is be-
lieved) resided at 81 Centre street. and also of
INC nc descendants Of Alexander Mcclure who, in
1870 resided at Ia Henry street, both of whom
owned or had some interest In premises Nos On
81 81, and SO Mulberry street, in the city of New
YORK. FREDERICK BELTZ Counsellor at Law
Ill Broadway. New York city. ~
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

INFORMATION wanted of Cornelius shechan,
left home, 735 East 143d St., in 1892, for Denver
Col; last heard from him in April, 1892, from
Denver; was going to Stockton, Cal; father and
mother dead; come home to John. Send any in.
ST. Western papers please copy ''''
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04
NOTICES.

WANTED-EDergetic agents, either sex. Char.
sun office. "A''e7
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

kNlGIIT-InfOrmation wanted of cbildr.r a,
MIS-; Jane knight, fonncrly residing in Brooklyn.
Address WALTER COLLINS. TN Wasbimrion
street, Jersey City, n. j.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04
Fast Sales, ?. Q. Box 1892, Philadelphia, P;

AGENTS-Just out, little
BLACK tunbling acrobatic bug;
the mystery of mysteries; most
sensational and fast selling nov
city on the market; to show ona
sells a dozen; sample and cate
logue, Sc. Heustis Novelty Co.,
90 Laidlaw ave, Jersey City,, N J.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

MAGGIE HA"RIS-Iniormato wanted Of
whereabouts OF Maggie Harris, who was employ.
ca IN May, 1897 at l49 West 10th st. Please conf
New York. " '"' '''ee''
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

WANTED-Robert Bruce Davidson. n son NJ
me late David Davidson, Writer, Coupal, Angus
scotland, or any of his children, Address David
DUNCAN u son. Solicitors, Dundee. Scotland,
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

JOSEPH BAYLEss. short, brunette worted
Carteret, NJ (Colwell's iron works., left 1895.
Borrowing wife appreciate knowing his fate. Tv.
ing, dead. BAiLESS. AL West 10Th.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

JOSEPH HuNNlS-A native of Russia, known
mere az joseph Ennis, is required to communi.
Gate with ms brother, Major f. Hunnis 81.
Petersburg, Russia, or the Consulate General of
Russia, "A State street. New York.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

MRS. ADDIE GRAMBRusH--News of impor.
lance. Any one knowing her address notify j..
$40 Broadway, Brooklyn, N. Y. ~
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04

II John Martin, who left the English nayy
snip bellerophon about 80 years ago is still liv-
, wouid IKE TO hear from him. Communicate by
York '' ''' nioohi!h' new
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04
BIG FREE SAMPLE TO AGENTS.

Senc your address at once and
secure agency III your town for
" BUG-MITE." The King
Roach Food. Kills Cockroaclles,
Ants and all Bugs. Send &c.
stamp for postage. Nat. Chem.
Co., Buffalo. N. Y.
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04
MALE AND FEMALE
Agents Wanted

BY an old and well-known Company
No capital required. Goods been adver
tiscd for over 20 years. Never offered
through canyassers before. Business
genteel in every particular. Address
The sun. (Wilmington, Del.) 1897-19??, 1898-05-04
Situation or help advertise.
ments in TUE sun will he run
for % cents until either have
been secured and ordered out.
HELP WANTED-MALES.

Rof-7 years OF age wishes position in store
- Address IF" SIN Office.
Walker Lake bulletin. (Hawthorne, Nev.) 1883-1926, 1898-05-18
"GAToRs" GETTING SCARCE
The Northern Girl Carries the Young
Ones Away for Pets.

The Northern Girl Carries the Young
Ones Away for Pets.
There is serious danger of Florida
alligators becoming extinct. This is
quite disaster TO the flowery state, for
the ugly alleged child-eating monsters
have been quite a source of revenue.
Sportsmen from the northern states
have hunted them as Englishmen de-
light TO hunt tigers in India. The Sem
mole Indians, too, make regular war on
the saurians for their hides.
But, singularly enough, says south
ern exchange, it isl the dainty northern
girl who is chiefly to blame for their
diminishing numbers. 1t is she WHO
ruthlessly carries them off by the hun
dreds and thousands each season as
pets! OF course, these are the babies,
little fellows, ten or twelve inches long.
The baby gators are boxed by the
curio dealers and sold to ladies who
affect great interest in the ugly things
for pets. As the gators iive on air and
muddy water and an occasional chunk
Of meat every three or four days, they
are not troublesome. But the Increase
in price will perhaps stop some of this
cruelty. The Indians, knowing of the
scarcity Ct alligators in all of the Flori-
da STREAMS, have initiated the paleface
curio dealers and charge more for their
gators.
The baby alligators, while not valu-
able for their small hides. are killed by
the hundreds and mounted. Some serve
as thermometcrs-~the tube running up
the bncit Another,cufio is n baby ALI
gator standing upon his hind feet and
playing violin with his forcfeet.
Others are arraycd as walters offering
some article for sale or holding n lamp
to light visitors to tank holding 16-
foot or lS-foot live sanrian.
Alliratcrs three or four feet in length,
mounted, serve as grotesque advertise
ments and appear to be 80 natural
that the stranger is frequently in doubt
whether "the thing is alive" OF not, and
makes a detour in order to he on the
safe side.