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Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07

from Manila, but the cardinal fact Is
that Commander Dewey is now in pos
session of Manila bay, and can GER
tainly take possession of Corregidor
Island, even if he finds difficulty in
effectually capturing Manila itself,
owing to the absence OF a necessary
landing force. Having thus secured a
naval base. he will have no difficulty
in securing supplies of coal. This is
a mere question of money and or
ganization. The belligerent who is
strong in certain waters will generally
in securing supplies of coal.
Commodore Dewey, according to a
dispatch from Madrid. gave General
Augusti "a hours to comply with an
ultimatum which demanded all warlike
stores and the entire stock OF coal in
charge of the government officials. The
ultimatum asserted that no money levy
would be made on Manila The dis
patch says it is believed in Madrid
that the government has already
cabled the captain general authority to
comply with the demand, no other
course being open.
The cabinet ministers admit thai
the naval battle Off Cavite ended IN
utter rout, but they are resolved tC
spare no efforts in the defense of theil
country
1t is noticeable among all classes
especially among politicians. that ther,
is a strong hope of an Intervention
by continental powers, especially Ger
many and Russia.
the Madrid correspondent of tn
Standard telegraphing at midnight
says: "Senor Aguilera, the civil gov
ernor Of Madrid, has just posted on tn
walls of the home Office the customar
proclamation. intimating that the civi
authorities consider the circumstance
justify their handing over to the mill
tary authorities the mission of keepin
i order
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07
h. N. q. Alumnm.
RIoHMoND, Va, May 4, 1898.

RICHMoND, VA, May 4, 1898.
DEAR ALUNNA -
Ths Annual address of the Alump@
Association of the Hartshorn Memorial
College will be delivered In the Col
lege Chapel May 10, 1898 at o'clock
p. NJ. Prof. s. N. Vass will be our
speaker. The annual meeting will be
IL O'Clock A. NJ, and the supper at
o'clock =. M. of the same date.
The Association at its last meeting
decided to request that contributions
be given this year, as last, for. the GYM
nasium, each giving as she leels dis
posed.
We should be glad to have letters
from mem oers of the Association con-
cerning their work or other matters
interest which might be read at tho
meeting.
The fee is as usual. Please state il
you will be present.
Yours truly, Rosa X JOINS,
$40 St James st.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07
The Rusbsnstein Literary Meets.

The Ruebenstein Musical and Liter
airy Circle held it's regular meeting
Wednesday, April 9th at the residence
of MISS Emma Jones, l105 Tyler St.
which consisted of Select Readings,
Recitations, Solos, etc., the following
officers were Installed for the ensuing
term by Mr. Paul Pollard, president OF
the Y. M. @. A Lyceum: Miss Pauline
Johnson, President Henderson Brown
Vice-President Misses Alice r john
ston, Secretary; Mary L. Holmes, As
sistant Secretary; Emma Jones, Musi-
cal Critic; Cora L. Bright. Literary
Critic Mrs NJ +. Jackson, Treasurer
ana 5. II. Williams, Chaplain.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07

Key West, Fla, May 4.-The torpedo
boat Ericsson reports that while re-
connoitering near the shore about
three miles west OF Havana she was
fred on by a body Of soldiers. both
cavalry and infantry. She reported to
the ships Of the fleet and was promptly
signaled to get out of the line Of fire.
The gunboat Wilmington then opened
FIRE and sent in several shots, with
what effect it is, of course, as vet un-
lpoWD
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07
Vestibule.

The Vestibue Social Club is fast COM
ing to the front as the leading social
club in the city. Their success is due
to the good material the club is made
up of, and the excellent method by
which they conduct their assembages,
j e., with instruction and scbriety.
Special meeting Sunday p. m. Their
books ere open for enrolment OF the
right kind OF young men. Robert j.
Nelson, president, Rufus NJ. Brown,
ice presi dent, A. r. Jones, secretary
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07
All Ready For the Philippines.

San Francisco. May 4.-The an
nouncement that the government would
probably send Pacific coast troops to
the Philippines as soon as possible
after Commodore Dewey's report has
been received creates considerable ex-
citement in this city. The officials ara
fully prepared TO dispatch the requisite
number Of men as soon as the demand
is made for them. They Will be ready
and fully equipped for the journey TO
the Philippines or anywhere else within
4S hours after being so notified.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07
DEVEY'S VICTORY.
Defeat OF the Spanish Fleet at
Philippine Islands.
TWO SPANISH SHIPS SUNK.
Our Commodore Has Sent in an
Ultimatum,
AND sPAIN's CABINET YIELDS.

Has Cabled the Captain General to Comply
With the Victorious Americans Demands.
The Disturbed Spanish Capital Has
Been Placed Under Martial Law-Com-
mOdore Dewey, Owing to insufficient
Forces, Will Probably Combine With the
Philippine Insurgents to Have the Latter
Garrison the Island.
London, May 3.-The Madrid corre-
spondent of the Times, describing Sun
days engagement at Manila, says: The
Olympia, the Boston, the Raleigh, the
Concord, the Petrol and the Monocacy,
entered the bay under cover of dark
ness by the smaller and safer Bo-
cachica channel. Tue Iorts of Cor
regidor Island gave the alarm by firing
on the intruders, but they seem to
have inflicted no serious damage. The
American squadron moved up the bay.
and at o'clock in the morning ap-
peared before Cavite. Here, lying
under the shelter OF the forts, was the
Spanish squadron.
Admiral Montejo. few days before,
went to Subic bay to look for the
enemy, but learning that they were
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07
A Floating Hospital FOR Cuba.

Washington, May 4.-The war de-
partment has chartered the steel ship
Vigilancia to be used for the purpose
Of a floating hospital to accompany the
army when 1t undertakes the occupa-
ton of Cuba. The Vigilanica will also
serve as a supply depot, from which
reouisitions for medicines for use of
the troops in the field Will be filed.
She viii also carry a large quantity of
ice
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07
MAP OF THE PHILIPPINE ISLANDS.

There islands Philippines that number is
Bohol
smaller
They miles and population Of
officials
Manila the
Philippines the chief $780, 0oo prin
The
o
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07

That excellent entertainment given
at True Reformers' Hall last Monday
night by Mrs. Maggie /. Walker will
be presented at the Second Baptist
Church next Monday night.
For promptness in payment of sick
dues the Peoples Relief Association
cannot be beat. The people say so and
they are the best Judges.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07
General Greeg willing TO Enlist.

Reading, Pa, May General d.
McM. Gregg, Of this city. ex-auditor
general. has offered his services to
Governor Hastings or Secretary of War
Alger at an hours notice General
Gregg, as cavalry leader Of Gettysburg.
is one OF the country's most prominent
surviving commanders of the late war.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07
Powers VIM Not intervene.

Vienna, May Sin well informed cir
cles it is positively denied that the
powers Will intervene at the present
juncture. nor has any agreement been
arrived at for mediation at any future
time The disparity of Views is con-
siderable enough to render highly i'm
probable the cooperation OF all six
powers in any diplomatic step. either
at Madrid or Washington.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07

London. May 4.-The MADRID corre-
spondent Of The Daily Mail says; The
governors OF the various provinces have
been authorized 70 resign their powers
into the hands OF the military author
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07
suteide OF a sloux Indlan.

Niobrara, Neb.. May T. - SaznueI
Campbell Chaska committed suicide
yesterday. Chaska was a fult kSoodeA
Sioux Indian. Ten years ago he grad
uated with high honors at Carlisie. and
shortly after became famous by marry
Ing Cora Belle Fellows, of Washington.
d. c. In a few years he drifted back to
the reservation and sunk to the level
Of a common blanket Indian. His
wife left him years ago. Chaslka was
in jail at the time of his death, charged
with stealing horses. Thi- is the first
instance in which a full blooded Sioux
ever committed suicide
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07

sealed orders. More war measures were
introduced In congress, including one
permitting the enlistment Of Cuban vol
unteers under our flag, to serve without
pay and without being eligible for pen
gfOnS.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07

'77'' is DR.. Humphreys Famous
Specific for the cure Of Grip and Colds
and the prevention of Pneumonia. All
druggists, 25c.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07

The Peoples Relief Association Of
Virginia Is located at COL North Seth
Street, corner Leigh st. It's motto is
: For the people, by the people and Of
the people,
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07
SEA WALL AND BATTERIES AT MANILA

Manila Philippine islands,
wall extending the harbo batteries
which formidable civilian The old
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07
Three German warships for Manila.

Three German WarshIps for Manila.
Berlin. May S.-The German warship
Kormoran (third class cruiser) left
Kiao-Chau Sunday for Manila. This.
with the Irene (second class cruiser),
now en- route to Manila from Nagasalxi.
Japan, win make three warships of
Germany in the Philippines. According
to the last ofncial statistics there are
only about 100 Germans in Manila
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07

Cardinal Rampolla, papaI secretary OF
state, have refused to consider any in
terference. declaring that the attitude
of the Vatican is one Of strict neutral
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07
The pope Frustrated.

Rome, May 3--His holiness is quite
prostrated bv the news from Manila
He has expressed his horror at the ter
rible loss of life, and repeatedly said
that ne could wish TO have died before
seeing such war. Both the pope and
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07

The Grand May Carnival and Ma
tional Empire Drill will be given at
the Second Baptist Church next Mon
day night. Admission, loo.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07

Rev. ]. H. Brice, Mayor on the Brig
ade Staff, Uniform Rank, K. of p. will
give a lecture on Pythianism at the
Leigh Street A. M. e. Church next
Monday night.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07

have returned home. We bid them
welcome for the summer.
Rev. Scott C. Burren is improving
greatly.
MAaNo UNo
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07
May Succeed Ambassador Pauncerote

May Succeed Ambassador Pauncefoto
London. May 4.-According to a re-
port published here the British ambas-
sador at Washington, Sir Julian
Pauncefote, is to be succeeded by Sir
Thomas H Sanderson, X. c. B., K. c.
NJ. G., the permanent under secretary
Of state for foreign affairs, one OF the
most experienced diplomatic officers Ia
the British service
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07

tiles the moment they think 1t convent
ent, without waiting to consult the
government. This precaution shows
that some general movement is feared
throughout Spain. Already symptoms
OF popular and political agitation begin
to show themselves in the province OF
Valencia, the hot bed OF the Carlists.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07
Crool,s Nva-,; 40 Ei.ht For Ir-.

Crooks WassS to Fight For Us.
Constantinople. May 4.-The porte
has notified United States minister An
gell that Turkey viii maintain strict
neutrality in the war between Spain
and the United States. The American
legation has received more than 1000
offers OF volunteers for the American
navy chiefly of Greeks, some OF whom
declare themselves ready to pay their
fares to the United States in grateful
remembrance of Americas aid in the
Greek war Of independence,
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1898-05-07
THE FLAcsEIP OLYMPIA.

Olympia flagship of the
displacement speed has
pound
pound protected
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1898-03-03

The March number Of the Century
opens with paper on "The Man,
moth Cave Of Kentucky" written by
John r. Proctor, formerly State &C.
ologist of Kentucky, and accompan-
led by many striking illustrations by
Castaigne. John Sidney Webb de-
scribes "The River Trip to the Klon-
dixie" with pictures redrawn from
photographs. Jonas Stadling, the
Swedish Journalist, who describes
"Andree's Flight to the Unknown"
gives an account of the remarkable
recovery by the killing Of carrier
pigeon Of the sole message received
from the aeronaut Gen. James s..
Clarkson tells of the circumstances
under which Gen. Grant wrote and
delivered his famous Des Moines
speech. There are two new "Gallops,
by the Century's new writer, David
Gray, and a characteristic story OF
the Pennsylvania Dutch, entitled
Elm Nix-Nutz," by John Luther
Long, author of Madame Butterfly"
The frontispiece Of the number is
Boldini's portrait OF Verdi.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1898-03-03

The Dingley law has already out
run the Wilson law as a revenue
producer, despite the fact that the
Wilson law found enormous quaint
tes Of goods waiting to come into the
country when it went upon the stat
ute books. while the condition!
were precisely the opposite when tht
Dingley bill became law. The fl rst
six months of the Dingley law pro
duced s13, 500, 900 more revenue thar
did the Wilson law in the same pc
riod Of its operations.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1898-03-03

Bryan says; "The Democrats Of the
United States have put their hands
to the 16 to J pillow, and will not look
back" Well, there is nothing very
pleasant for them to "look back" at
Bryan firing off speeches with hair on
end at the rear Of Pullman palace
car, and defeated when the vote was
counted, doesn't make historic pic
ture for any Democrat to enthuse
over. -Inter-Ocedn.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1898-03-03

To be elected to congress is great
honor, and the election carries with
it vast responsibilities. A congress-
man should possess brains, energy
and enthusiasm. He should keep
the welfare of his district constantly
in mind and do everything In his
power to promote the best interests
of his constituents. He should be a
reader. a student, a thinker and man
of affairs.-Bay City Tribune. All
this is admitted. but we do not be-
lieve that these qualifications are in
digenlous to other portions Of the
district, and II the present incumbent
should not be renominated we are
Of the opinion that the candidate
will hail from some other nounty.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1898-03-03

The bureau of statistics has just
issued Its report on our foreign trade
for December, and gives also the to.
tails for the calendar year 1897. The
showing is the most extraordinary IN
the history Of the United States.
In the year 1896, our export trade,
for the first time, exceeded one bill.
ion dollars In value, but 1897 goes be.
yond that record by 500, 1902, 57s. a
gain Of more than per cent. for the
year.
Compared with other years in
which our export trade was regarded
as exceptional, the showing of 1897
is remarkable. 1t exceeds by $685.
900, 900 that of 1891, and runs $780,
900, 900 beyond 1880. Taken along
with the heavy shipments of 1896,
this extraordinary increase marks In
many respects the progress of a new
era in foreign trade. BLADE.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1898-03-03

A Detroit paper says: 1t is report
ed that IL w. ID. Gordon should be
thrown down for appointment to the
district attorneyship, he would turn
around and make run for congress
in the tenth district against Con
gresham Crump, who is looking fol
a third term. Gordon's friends II
Detroit, however, say there is MOI
the slightest danger of his being
turned down. They intimate tina
he will have an excellent chance To-
Congress at the end Of his four year
term as attorney.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1898-03-03

The proposition for Cuba to buy
herself from Spain and the United
States guarantee the debt, is not one
that will please the American people.
Uncle Sam has done enough for Spain
already without giving her another
800, 100000. Spain has proved a
costly friendly power" to the United
States while engaged in starving and
butchering Cubans. -Inter-Oc
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1898-03-03

Mendel J. Bialy Is in the field for
congress from this district, and will
work for the nomination, using ev.
cry honorable means in his power to
gain the desired end. Mr.. Bialy is
one of the brightest and brainiest
men in the district, and II elected
will give his whole time to the inter.
ests of his constituents. He is a
ready talker and a hard worker, and
a man in every way we'll fitted fol
the position.-Bay City Journal.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1898-03-03

Among our prominent men there Is
none more sagacious, none more fe-
licitous In voicing public sentiment,
than ex-President Harrison. No one
questions his loyalty to the Republi-
can party, and no one ever doubted
the quality of his patriotism. He
was for a time the leader and spokes-
man of his party. and was for years
at the head of the government. the
spokesman for the Nation. He nev-
er failed, either as party leader or as
President, to rise to great occasions.
On Tuesday night (22nd. he spoke
before the Union League club, not as
party leader, not as a man in pub
lie life, but as a private citizen; but
his distinguished services as soldier,
as Senator, as President, his high
rank in his profession, all gave his
words unusual significance. Refer
ring to the Maine disaster, he said:
"We stand now In the awful shadow
of one of the most tragic events that
has ever happened in our history,
and yet we stand with the poise, the
self-pos session, OF people who I'M
derstand their might and can abide
the developments Of time. We are
not a hysterical people. We can
wait, and we will know our duty
when it shall be revealed. We can
understand that in a time like this
there are grave responsibilities de-
volving upon the President OF the
United States, single responsibilities
that he may not divide with any
man. Let us stand about him,
strengthening him with the calm as
surance that this great country de-
sires only what is right, and can wait
until the facts are known before it is
sues its proclamation. "-Inter-O Ocean.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1898-03-03

The extent of our shipping trade
with Hawaii is indirated by a recent
report from Consul General Haywood
at Honolulu. stating that On Jan.
9Th. nineteen American ships were
in that port, with more to come. and
that great difficulty was experienced
in obtaining crews, the men being
tempted to desert for the Pacific
coast, in order to get the benefit OF
the high wages being paid in tn,
Alaska trade.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1898-03-03

According to a report from Consul
Dubois, at st. Gall, Switzerland, in
spite of the fact that the new tariff
of the United States advanced the
duty on cotton lace aud embroideries
from so to 60 per cent, an average OF
10 per cent, there has been exported
to the United States since the Ding
ley law was passed over 5000, 600
worth more Of these goods than IN
the same time last year. This is due
to the fact that the increased pros
perity in this country, under that
law, enables American women ia
buy more of such luxuries than for
merly.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1898-03-03

Secretary Cages prediction that
we have reached the end of the deflc.
its caused by rushing In goods before
the passage OF the Dlngley bill has
been realized. Last Monday the Gus.
tom receipts overlook and passed
those of last year, being sS8,OS9, 594,
against $SS, $50, COS for the same time
last year. This, with the increase OF
revenue from other sources, puts an
end to the monthly deficits. Nation.
al Tribune.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1898-03-03

Steps have been. taken for the cree
tion OF suitable monument in Wa sh-
ington, to the rank aud flle of the
army and navy who served during
the late war. The purpose Is to raise
81 900, 900 by popular subscription,
and the promoters are confident OF
success. A suitable site has been do.
mated by Congress. The undertake
ing will be under the control OF the
g. A. r. national encampment.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1898-03-03
Our Washington correspondent u

Our Washington correspondent un-
der date OF the 25th., says: Stand
by the President, and wait. That is
the platform upon which Congress Is
standing, and it is good enough for
everybody else to adopt And while
waiting, refuse to accept as true any
sensational story that will not stand
the test of common sense. That
test will effectually dispose of all the
fool stories that have been printed
purporting to give what has been
ascertained by the Naval court Of in-
quiry now engaged in Investigating
the Maine horror. Here are the alb
solute facts: The court upon starting
to work decided that nothing would
be made public until the investiga-
tion was completed and verdict
reached, and those working under its
direction, who are not allowed to
communicate with outside parties, is
allowed upon the wreck Of the Maine,
or even to get within 100 feet of IL.
1t is perfectly plain, therefore, that
what is printed about the progress Of
the investigation is mere guess-work,
and unworthy Of anybody's serious
attention. When the verdict of the
court Is given, the President and
Congress will act upon it, and the &C
tion will he approved by every patri-
otto American. 1t Is not case call
ing for Mysteries, but for calm consid-
GRAFTON. While the administration
is not looking for war with Spain, it
Is preparing for its, In fact, al.
ready better prepared for war than
many persons have any idea of. But
everything is being done and will be
done In order. No snap judgment
will be taken against Spain, because
of suspicious circumstances, or be-
cause Of the known expressions of ha-
tired towards Americans in general
and towards the battle-ship Maine 10
particular, by Spaniards In Havana,
but IL that verdict shall be that the
Maine was blown up by Spanish
treachery, with or without the
knowledge OF Spanish officials, woe
be unto Spain, for she will be made
pay dearly for the lives Of those brave
Americans.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1898-03-03

Chicago is In mourning, and the
best in all the civilized world mourns
with her, for the loss of one Of her
noblest women. Her whole life was
spent in going about doing good. OF
none more truly can it be said, her
good works follow her, than OF Miss
Willard. She has blessed the world
by living in it, and her memory will
be fragrant and honored in all the
centuries to come.-Inter-O Ocean.
Crawford avalanche. (Grayling, Mich.) 1879-19??, 1898-03-03
The gold reserve has Just gone

The gold reserve has just gone up
another notch. 1t has just passed
the s167, 900, 600 mark. The increase
in the past six months has been re-
markedly steady Ever since Bryan's
defeat 1t has been growing, except
for few months In 1897, when an
outward flow was under way. AT
the present time the United States
has more gold on hand than 1t ever
had before. The treasury reserve has
been higher than it is now, but not
since 189O.-Globe Democrat.