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Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14

On our first page we publish President
McKinley's long delayed message to Con.
gree on the Spanish Cuban question. Al
this time it is needless to say that the
document is disappointing to nine-tenths Of
the American people. 1t is strong in thai
it ISIS truthful history of the Spanish Cuban
question. but weak where it should have
been strongest. The difficulties and per.
plexities in the way of Intervention on ac-
count of SPANS method of warfare on her
subjects is well understood, and Americans
are almost of one mind as to our duty on
that count of our Indictment against her
but what disappoints every American il
Mr.. McKinley's lack of interest in the fate
of our 266 sailors. In the minds of the
people Spain should be first called TO ac-
count for that wholesale murder, and the
lust sentence would be her Punishment
from her possessions in the western waters
of the Atlantic.
In conclusion, Mr.. Mckinley asks Con-
gross W Ou PO"oi him " eaAo moaSuteo "
secure final termination OF hostilities be-
tween Spain and Cuba.
In view of the fact that Mr.. McKinley's
policy has already subjected the country to
ridlcule; that he has been outgeneralled by
Spanish diplomats, and charges of insin-
cerity are openly hurled at him from both
Senate and House, it is not at all likely
that his request will be granted, but that
congress will formulate the plan of his in
PREVENTION, and exercise its constitutional
duty to take measures to uphold the honor
and dignity of the Union.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14
WASHINGTON.

THREE-DAY PERSONALLY CONDUCTED
TOUR VIA PENNSYLVANIA RAILROAD
The three-day personally conducted tour
of the Pennsylvania Railroad, Thursday,
April 81, presents an excellent opportunity
to visit the National Capital at a slight ex-
peDse. Among the interesting points to be
seen. under tho intelligent direction of an
experienced Tourist Agent, are the Capitol,
Executive Mansion, Treasury Congressional
Library the Monument, Smithsonian Insti-
tuition, National Museum, and New Corco-
ran Art Gallery. An experienced Chaperon
will also accompany the party as compan-
ion for the unescorted lady tourists.
The rate. $14 30 from New York, $115O
from Philadelphia. and proportionate rates
from other points, includes all necessary
expenses during the entire trip-transport-
alton, hotel accommodations and guides
Persons desiring to return via Gettysburg
may do SO by purchasing tickets at 81 90
extra, which include this privilege. An
opportunity will also be afforded to visit
Mt. Vernon and Arlington at slight addi-
tional expense.
For itineraries, tickets, and full informa-
ton apply to ticket agents; Tourist Agent
1896 Broadway, New York; 789 Broad
Street, Newark, N. J.; or address Geo. w.
Boyd, Assistant General Agent, Broad
Street Station, Philadelphia. 4-14-2t
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14
National Park.s campina Proaram


There will be four camp meetings at
National Park on-the- Delaware this Sum-
mer, new departure in religious work. On
July 20 the first series of meetings will
open, and will continue until August 2.
These meetings will be under the direction
of the Evangelical Union, and will be un-
denominational. There will be three
preaching services each day, together with
the usual side meetings. Professor Stout
will conduct the singing.
The Methodist camp will open on
August IS and continue until the I'D, and
the Camp Meeting Association has secured
some of the best preachers in the New Jer-
sey Conference for these meetings. The
evangelical services will be conducted by
Thomas Harrison, The Boy Evangelist.
There will be seven services daily. Pro-
lessor Stout will have charge of the singing.
Rev. DR.. z. Wagg will conduct the young
peoples services, Rev. Joseph Garrison the
holiness services, and Rev. E. c. Sunfeld
the praise services.
There will be a Holiness camp from
August 23d to the 29th. Rev. Seth Rees,
the Quaker evangelist. will preach once
each day and have charge of the altar
work. There will be three sermons each
day on the doctrine of holiness, besides
other meetings.
The closing camp will be a temperance
meeting, the services to run from August
80 to September 6. DIR. N. W Tracy, the
kentucky temperance evangelist, will have
charge of the services.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14
War IN CONGRESS.
Disgraceful Conflict Between
Members Of Lower Branch.
A WAR RESOLUTION PASSED.
It Goes Through the House by a
Vote Of 800 to 10.
sENATE's RESOLUTION DELAYro.

The House Declares That This Gov
eminent Should Establish in Cuba
Stable and Independents Govern
ment-The Flying Squadron Leaves
Hampton Roads on What Is Said to
Be Practice Cruise-The Sailors at
Key West Anxionsiy Awaiting the
Command to Begin Hostilirles-St
Louis and st. Paul Become Naval
Cruisers.
Washington, April 14.-Yesterday was
day of momentous and exciting
events in congress. Not in years have
both houses been engaged in the con-
sideration of such important business.
Both committees having in charge for
eign affairs reported resolutions, the
tenor of which is believed to mean a
war with Spain. The house passed the
resolutions reported by the majority
of its committee, and the senate began
a debate which may be protracted and
interesting.
In the early part Of the day it seemed
that there was possibility that unani-
nous action might be had In both
house and senate, but divisions arising
over the form and words of the resolu-
ton could not be reconciled, and minor
ity reports were presented.
The senate was first to report its
resolution, and at the beginning of the
session Senator Davis, chairman of the
committee, presented the resolution
and report which, in dealing with the
management of Cuban affairs by Spain,
was vigorous and scathing denuncia-
ton of that country and its military
methods.
The purpose of the delay on the part
of some of the members of the senate
was shown in the objection to the con-
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14

States, Spain was fully justified in car
rying on her preparations. Finally the
ministers said: Our resolution at the
cabinet council was taken unanimously,
and we shall maintain it with all the
necessary energy"
The very worst impression prevails
here. Again the Bourse has declined.
General Woodford alone preserves Sc
renity and silence.
Ell Correo, the organ of Senior Sa-
gasta, says:
1.-THE Madrid press is unanimous in its
unfavorable judgment upon President
McKinley's message, and public opin-
ion has received the document with
marked hostility. Special indignation
is caused by the clause referring to in
PREVENTION and by the hypocritical la
mentation over Cuban misfortunes,
which have been greatly augmented by
the support given the rebels on the part
of the American people and probably
the American consu1s."
Ell Epoca Conservative says that a
reading of the message reveals the
fact "that while originally written in
a warlike tone, it was subsequently
softened down"
The paper considers that the Spanish
government has '.done much to assist
President Mckinley in difficult posi-
ton without getting much in return
Ell Heraldo De Madrid independently
says: ''The message has removed the
mask America has worn too long. 1t
closes also diplomatic action, leaving
Spain face to face with her true enemy,
the author of the war, who has taken
advantage of the honesty of Spanish
diplomats, despising Spain as Napoleon
despised her, and to pay dearly for the
blunder, as Napoleon paid for his. Only
two courses are open. Either to close
Spain's history in the new world, fee
ing ANONYMOUSLY before the boots of
Washington politicians, or to leave to
arms the decision of the quarrel"
Don Carlos has issued manifesto,
in the course of which he says:
'rThe Carlist who, in the face Of a
war with the United States, would rise
in arms against Spain is a traitor. If
war occurs, all those who fight against
the foreigner who insults us will de-
serve well of Carlos. If the Spanish
government does not venture into war,
but permits the loss of Cuba, then
Carlists who do not respond to the
voice of the king will also be traitors y
A report is current that Cardinal
Rampolla, the papaI secretary of state,
telegraphed the Madrid government
yesterday ian assurance that peace be-
tween Spain and the United States will
not be disturbed"
Upon the reassembling of the cortes
Colonel Genaro Alas (retired). lately
elected a deputy for Sancti Spiritus,
Cuba, will introduce bill to the effect
that Spain should evacuate Cuba, re-
serving her sovereignty and a yearly
royalty, with an arrangement as to the
debts.
Perfect tranquility continues to reign
in Madrid.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14
cLARKsBoRo

Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Crane, of Camden,
spent Sunday with friends here.
Mr.. John Lomire, of Phila., was the
guest of Mr.. Clarence Riggs last Sunday.
On the eve of the 9th about 20 friends
met at the home of VIM. Dawson to par
take of an Easter feast. An enjoyable time
was had by all.
Benjamin Owen, of Phila., was the guest
of Mr.. T. J. Craven last Friday.
Frank Shute is again employed in I. T.
Haines' store.
James Engle, of Woodbury., spent Sun
day with friends at Mickleton.
Harry Murphy moved from Camden on
Monday into Mrs. Duffield's house, where
he will open meat store the first OF next
week. Mr.. Murphy was clerk in G G..
Hughes store for several years, he has
many friends in our town aud all wish to
see him prosper.
The new horse and delivery wagon of
the South Jersey Grocery Company, is
much admired.
Mrs. Wilbert DUEL has been on the sick
list.
Easter was observed in our churches last
Sunday with special music and sermons.
The churches were decorated with flowers
and plants. At st. Peters early service
was held at o'clock, sermon and commun-
ion at 10 80. Rev. J. Y. Burk chose for his
morning text, Woman why weepest thou?
She said unto them, because they have
taken away my Lord and l know not
where they have laid him." Children,s
service was held in the afternoon at 8
o'clock. Special Easter exercises consist
ing of music and Rotations were rendered
by the Methodist and Baptist Sunday
schools in the evening.
Members Of the Presbyterian church of
Billingsport, spent Saturday evening with
their Pastor, Rev. J. H. O'Brien.
The Salem First-day School Union was
held in the Friends meeting house at
Micklet0n, on the 9th inst The day was
fine and large number present. The
morning session was spent in hearing the
reports of the different schools which were
quite encouraging, remarks were made by
number of visiting friends The meeting
adjourned at IL o'clock and all were invited
to the school building on the adjoining
grounds where bounteous lunch was pre-
vided. At 2 o'clock the meeting assem- led,
Rotations were given by the children from
the different schools. Essays responding
to the question, what did Geo. Fox mean
when he said Mind the light were read.
A number of questions ere then presented
and discussion followed, after which the
meeting adjourned.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14
THE FLEET AT KEY WEST.
Sailors Anxiously Awaiting orders to

Sailors Anxiously Awaiting Orders to
Begin the Attack on havana.
Key West, April 14-If the public of
the north is tired of hearing the same
old stories that ''all is tranquil or
tension is high" certainly the corre-
spondents here are equally tired of
writing them. The arrival of the press
bulletins, plentiful and full Of news, are
the most decided events of the day.
Indeed, the news here is practically
confined to those statements.
The Detroit coaled yesterday and the
Mangrove and Wilmington are coaling
today. The target practice on the
monitors has been kept I'D until, as
Captain Forsyth says, every old wreck
in the harbor has fallen apart from
concussion, even if not hit.
First in Importance In the news sent
today. in everybody's estimation, is the
declaration by Spain that she will not
back down. Captain Sigsbee's appoint
ment to command the st. Paul gives
great satisfaction. as does also the
gazetting of Commander Goodrich to
the st. Louis 1t is believed here that
the flying squadron is only going out
for a short cruise or intends to Law off
Charleston or Savannah, to be ready
for orders, and thus to be nearer Spain,
the Canaries, Cape Verde or the West
Indies. OF course speculation leads to
earnest argument-very interesting to
hear when conducted without reserve
as to the merits of the various ships Of
the United States navy. All agree that.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14
SPAIN is DETERMINED.

Madrid, April 14.-Lieutenant General
Correa, minister of war, and Count
XiQuena, minister of public works, both
declared in a conversation yesterday
that the government was firmly re-
solved to reDel every attack, direct or
indirect, on the sovereignty of Spain
in Cuba. They said also that they were
sure this line of conduct on the part of
Spain would certainly be supported by
the European powers, more especially
because the negotiations were based on
Acknowledgements Spanish sovereignty
in Cuba.
They declared that the conduct of
Spain would be adjusted to that of the
United States, and that in face of the
fact of the continuance of military and
naval preparations in the United
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14
The legislature of 1885.

The final adjournment of the Legislature
on the 18th ult., closed session which was
perhaps of the least use to the State of all
the one hundred and twenty-one which had
preceded it.
This is strong statement but can any
citizen of the State name q single measure
passed that was of general public impOr-
lance A single one that would warrant
the assembling of Legislature? Unless
we expect the Appropriation bill with its
Deficiency companion-piece) which made
the State expenditures half million year
more than when the Republican reform
ers" were entrusted with the management
of our States affairs.
This was not because the people did not
want bills passed. number of important
ones, in which public rights were involved
so clearly as not to leave room for contro-
versey or dispute. A few of these were
put before this Legislature and contempt
uously thrown down under foot without
any consideration whatever. OF such were
the bill to reduce the Underestimate and give
farmers and tradesmen and mechanics a
little better show in the State the bill for
more equal taxation creating an emergency
war fund to limit fares on trolley roads I;
to make railroad freight charges fair to
New Jersey producers; Furnishing the use
of the American flag for advertising pur-
poses to guard primary elections against
corrupt or dishonest practices to publish
new laws in the papers of cities or counties
where they apply; to repeal the Delaware
Dam bill; to reduce the Governors salary,
and many others that would Justly benefit
the State without depriving any person or
corporation of any rightful claim on the
public bounty.
All the corporations got everything they
sought The Erie Railroad Company was
confirmed in its leases of small roads by
which a monopoly was made where there
had heretofore been competition.
An appropriation of $4,000 was voted
to be given by the State to counties for
stone roads-that are simply local improve
ments to those counties An armory at
Newark was given $4,000.
1t is needless to add anything to the COM
ments with which Republican papers that
have character, and care for their party,
have expressed the general public contempt
and condemnation OF the Legislature of
1898-some of which we have quoted.
May New Jersey not soon look upon its
like again! Clinton Democrat.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14

Steamers st. Louis and st. Paul Be.
come Naval Cruisers.
Washington, April 14-Yesterday was
a day of stirring activity at the navy
and war departments. Anticipating de-
cisive action by congress, the machin-
cry Of the military and naval branches
OF the government was early put in
motion, and events of grave signifi-
canoe followed in quick succession. In
every bureau the work of preparation
went on with an enthusiasm. The first
event to become known was the ac-
QUESTION by the navy department OF
the American line steamships st. Louis
and st. Paul, and coupled with the an.
nouncement was the Information that
in all probability Captain Sigsbee
would be placed in command of one
and Captain Goodrich, president of the
naval war college, of the other.
The st. Paul sailed from Southamp-
ton April 9, for New York, and is due
at New York tomorrow. The st. Louis
arrived at Southampton yesterday, and
If she returns according to schedule she
will sail from Southampton on Satur-
day.
strategic board went into session and
called Consul General Lee into the con-
ference. The session was long and was
devoted to a thorough discussion of
offensive and defensive movements in
Cuban waters. General Lee being able
to give the board much valuable i'm
formation regarding the defenses of
Havana.
Crowding close to the heels of these
events was the news that the flying
squadron had raised anchors and put
to sea. This fact caused intense ex-
element in all quarters, and finally
ELECTED the official statement that the
squadron had merely gone to sea for a
short practice cruise. There was an
evident anxiety on the part of the Of
ficials for news Of the various Span
ish fleets, but up to a late hour no word
had been received of any movements
in that quarter. 1t was rumored that
the Spanish vessels at Porto Rico had
sailed, but this could not be confirmed.
At the war department various de-
tails attendant upon the prearranged
plans for moving the troops were put
in shape, but matters in this regard are
SO well in hand that no new orders
were issued.
The navy department received word
yesterday that the Spanish armored
ship Pelayo had arrived at Cadiz.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14

HarperS Weekly There never was a
session of the Legislature of the State Of
New York so entirely under the control Of
money and of corporations having schemes
of gain to be promoted through legislation.
The process is simple and obvious. The
corporation, through the boss, obtains what
laws it desires without regard to the rights
of the community. Legislation this winter
has been in the interest of those who haYe
been able to buy it. On the other hand,
every corporation whose privileges and
powers are created by law has been at the
mercy of gang of bandits. No Legisla-
ture in the history of the country eyer was
more shamelessly corrupt than this one has
been, except, of course, Quay's Legislatures
in Pennsylvania.
The New Jersey Legislature belongs in
the same category. The corporations re-
ceive all the attention in this State, just as
they do in New York and Pennsylvania.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14
THE FLYING SQUADRON.
Commodore schley Wants to See ANY
thing That Can Whip Them.

Commodore Schley Wants to See Any
thing That Can Whip Them.
Virginia Beach, Va, April 14.-Com-
modore Schley started to move the fly
ing squadron to sea precisely at 2:S0
o'clock yesterday afternoon, and by
dark would have been many miles from
land but for the fact that the Minne-
apolis fouled her chain and wasted over
two hours in efforts to free it. Finally,
when near Cape Henry, the Minneap-
oils not having joined the squadron,
Commodore Schtey sent the Columbia
back to Fort Monroe to tell the Mime
apolis that she could find the rest OF
the squadron Is miles east of Cape
Henry, where they would wait her ar
rival Beyond this fact none of the
officers or men on board the Brooklyn
were aware of her destination, and
Commodore Schey declined to say
what her mission was. The order to
the Minneapolis, however, discredits the
statement given out at Washington
that the vessels are off for a practice
cruise. The squadron presented most
imposing picture when it finally got to-
gether, and Commodore Schley said, as
he looked back on them from the
Brooklyn's bridge: There's a good lot
of fighters for you. I'd like to see any
thing that can whip them"
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14
uncle sam Didn't want Them.

Berlin. April 14.-Lieutenant A. p.
Niblack. the United States naval at
tache, when questioned regarding the
purchase Of the Hamburg American
line steamers Normannia and Column
bia by Spanish company. said the
reason they were not purchased by the
United States is that the American
government was not DESTROYS Of OBJ
tanning the vessels. The North Ger
man liners Saale and Spree have not
been sold TO a Spanish company. as re-
ported. At the office here it is an
nounced that If the vessels are sold at
all they viii be sold to the United
States.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14

At the Spring elections in the State OF
New York the Democrats made gains in
forty-nine counties, and the Republicans
in two, the net increase in Democratic
Supervisors being 10. Local issues will
not explain such political revolution
which has not been equalled in the EN-
pire State for many years. 1t foreshadows
a sweeping Democratic victory next Fall.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14
THE PoPE AaTrArEp.
Had Intended to Send Monks to Cub
60 Preach Paace.


TO Preach Peace.
Rome, April 14.-The pope is exceed
ingly upset by the latest developments
of the Hispano-American question,
which seems turning in a way he had
hoped and tried to avert. Having
said mass in the Sistine chapel, he
turned to those around him and ex-
claimed: II have prayed God with the
whole force of my being and with the
deepest fervor to avert this sad war.
and not to allow my pontificate to end
in the smoke of battle. Otherwise I
have implored the Almighty to take me
to himself, that I may not behold such
a sight,
Those present say that the aged
pontiff spoke with such real emotion
that his words deeply touched all. AT
ter mass the pope and Cardinal Ram
polla conferred together for an hour,
and then were joined by the Spanish
ambassador. who was the bearer Of
warlike news.
It is said that one of the projects Of
the pope, If the chief obstacles to peace
had been refusal by the insurgents
to accept an armistice, was to instruct
the bishop of Havana to send Capuchine
monks to preach peace and moderation
to the people all over the island The
pope has dispatched a message to
Emperor Francis Joseph begging him
to make a last trial to spare the world
the horrors of war.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14

If Spain really desired to arbitrate the
question of the Names visit to Havana,
she should have applied for court OF
arbitration before she directed her agent to
press the murderous button. The honor
and dignity of the American Republic re-
volts at the idea of submitting that ques-
ton to foreign Intervention.
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14

gwen safety from sorpedoes. the menl-
tors Puritan, Terror and Amphitrite,
with ships Of their class are most dan
gerous to an enemy while safer for
those fighting on board
News from Havana is awaited with
the deepest interest. Yesterday, when
the cable was temporarily interrupted
by causes liable to arise at any time,
every one feared that the worst had
happened, and that Havana was in the
hands of the volunteers and the Span
fish soldiery. Much relief was felt when
the interrupted communication was re-
stored
Gloucester County Democrat. (Woodbury, N.J.) 1878-1932, 1898-04-14

VIM. ]. Bryan addressed one of the
largest audiences ever assembled in Read
ing on Tuesday night, under the auspices
of the Berks County Bi-metallic League,
and what made the assemblage remarkable
was that 1000 of the audience paid from
fifty to seventy-five cents for their seats
In that aspect it was the most remarkable
political gathering ever held in Pennsyl
vania.