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The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12

forces in order to save his few re-
naming followers, and was again ham
ished to Spain in 1850, where he re-
malned under surveillance until 1895.
when the last revolution broke out in
Cuba. Then he escaped to France and
later to New York. His movements
since that time and his active partici-
patton in the war are familiar to news
paper readers.
After coming to this country he en-
dcavored to get an expedition to the
Island Of Cuba in the steamer Haw-
kins, but this met with shpwreck in a
storm and the cargo was lost General
Garcia was the last man to leave the
vessel. Undaunted by his failure Gen
eral Garcia made another attempt to
ship stores for the insurgents. this time
obtaining the ship Bermuda He was
Intercepted, however, by United States
authorities and was arrested on the
charge of tiibustering, but was released
on $4,000 bail He forfeited this bail,
and in final attempt landed on the
eastern coast of the island with one of
the largest expeditions that ever reach
cd Cuba. After landing he succeeded
General Antonio Maceo in command of
the troops in the eastern department
holding the rank Of major general.
General Maceo marching west with his
men. AT Maceo's death Garcia was
elected lieutenant general of the Cuban
army. which position he held to the
close Of the war
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
STRONG TESTIMONY,
This Is Wilmington Testimony And viii
Stand Investigation.

If you doubt this and wish to inve'ti'
gate you haven't to go to some other State
in tho Union to prove it. 1t Is not long
yarn published in Wilmington about
some one living in Kalamazoo, Mich, or
Wo ,nsocket. II. 1 It's about IL 10 iident
o Wilmington. You can get lots of testi-
mony in Wilmington pape s about rolnc-
dies. but keep this fact fin view; tLore is
only one remedy indorsed.
Mrs. j. ID. Twigg. Of SIG East 7uh street,
says: "M,s. Baanan nearly yeer ago
induced me to use Doan's Kidney Pills
and obtained box at Danforth's drug
store on Market street. For 8 months
previous to this I suffered exc,uciating'y
from backache. Sometimes l was help.
los and could obtain no rest either sit
ting, standing or laying. A urinary
weakness followed and naturally became
anxious about my physical condition.
Now, do not want it understood that
am thoroughly cured but conscientiou ,ly
say that Doan's Kidney Pills are unequal
cd in their action. Tho first dose or two
always cheeky m attack and brings the
much sought relief. You arc at liberty to
u'o MY namc rs IN endorser OF Doans's
Kidney Pills"
Doan's Kidney Pills for sale by all DEAL
ers, price 50 cents per box. Mailed on re.
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Buffalo, N. Y. Sole agents for he U. 5.
Remember the naro Doan's and take no
other.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
WILLIAM TO THE PRESIDENTS,

Impresses Upon Relchstag Leaders the
Necessity For Increased Armament.
Berlin, Dec. 12-Emneror William
yesterday received the recently elected
presidents OF the reichstag. In the
course of a general conversation he
said that, although Germany was on a
peaceful and friendly footing with all
the powers. the international situation
required great attention, "as. indeed,
every layman can see for himself
Therefore, his majesty urged. it was
necessary to carry out tn, proposed
completion and perfecting Of the army.
What I propose" he remarked, "is
certainly not much. but consideration
for the taxpaying capacity Of the
country would not permit more to be
proposed"
1t is said that the conversation cover
ed large field in foreign politics. The
emperor. 1t is asserted. discussed the
eventuality Of serious Anglo French
conflict, basing the opinion that Eng
land was In earnest and was pursuing
her political objects with unusual ten
acity, as the United States did before
the late war.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
senator Quay's Trial Postponed

Philadelphia, Dec. 12.--The trial of
Senator Quay and others on charges
of misuse of state funds. which was to
have begun today. has been again de-
layed. Supreme Court Justices Will
Jams and Green granted a rule which
stays all proceedings in the court of
quarter sessions until the supreme
court decides upon writ Of ccrtiorar,
which has been applied for by Senator
Quay's attorneys. The rule upon the
commonwealth and the district attor-
ncy is made returnable on Jan. 7, five
days after the expiration of the term
of Office of District Attorney George s.
Graham. Until the supreme court takes
actirn upon the petition the prosecution
of the case cannot be proceeded with.
The petitioners alegc that a fair trial
in the court of quarter sessions would
be impossible, and that the prosecution
is conspiracy of Quay's political
enemies.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
GENERAL WOOD AT SANTIAGO.
. Satisfied With His Tour of Inspection
Along the North COnst.

Along the North Coast.
Santiago de Cuba Dec. 12.-General
Leonard Wood, military governor of the
department Of Santiago, has returned
from his tour of inspection along the
rorth coast very well satisfied with the
results of his trip. He considers tina.
Colonel Hood, of the Second immune
regiment, who Is in command Of Hol-
guin, has done excellent work in the
district.
1t appears that when the Spaniards
left they filled the cisterns with man
ure rendering it extremely difficult to
get water. They killed al. the animals
they could, leaving the dead bodies in
the streets, and burned all the furniture
they were unable to remove. In fact,
they devastated the town.
General Wood approves all the ap-
rointmcnts made by Colonel Hood, who
apparently has followed General
Woods suggestions as to methods Of
selection. He found smallpox still very
prevalent. but under control and grad
ually being reduced. The health of the
troops is excellent, there not being one
case of serious sickness. General Wood
uisb lOhl!i III Sopii
with the smallpox on the decline.
All the lighthouses along the north
coast of the province are now in use,
owing to the wreck of Spanish brig
loaded with cocoanut oil, which proved
orportune in this case.
No little interest attaches to the ap-
pointment Of rSayor at Mayarl. Cen
eral Wood found three candidates,
about equally supported, and all with
civil lists estimating an average annual
expenditure of about $1,O00,00O When
he had discovered that the revenue was
something under 100000 General Wood
asked if there We're not some reputable
citizen with patriotism enough to give
his services for nothing. A merchant
promptly responded, and the appoint
ment is acceptable to everybody ex-
cept the three other candidates.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
Alleged POisOner Indicted,

Perry, o. T.. Dec. 12.-Mrs. Lulu
Johnson, 60 years DID, has been indicted
by the grand jury, charged with the
murder of her last two husbands, Shir-
ley and j. w. Johnson. She has had
six or seven husbands altogether, and
has been widow as many times. The
body of johnson was taken up recently
and arsenic was found in the stomach
and liver. Her next previous husband,
Shirley, with whom she lived near
Caldwell, Kan. died four years ago
Professor Barlow, Of the University of
Kansas. has now found Shirleys liver
we'll preserved by the arsenic in it.
johnson was strong and healthy, but
soon after his marriage he began to
have attacks of nausea and headaches
and finally succumbed, after an illness
of 30 hours Mrs. Johnson's husbands
were Leonard, Davis, Humphrey,
Parks, Shirley and Johnson
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12

EMAIL chlslsN " SfAhNlA.
large Cuban flag served as a covering.
and the head rested on one Of smaller
dimensions. The face and bust were
left exposed to public view. The fca-
lures had a remarkably lifelike ap.
pearance and gave no indication of the
suffering which the deceased had borne.
BY direction of Major General Miles u
detachment of soldiers from Battery
E. Sixth artillery, at the barracks here,
under command of Lieutenant Cox.
% was detailed as a body guard for the
remains.
General Garcia left large family,
only one of whom, Justo. a captain on
his staff, was with him when he died.
His widow and Mercedes, a daughter
II years of age. are at Thomasvilc. Ga.
whore the girl is dying Of consumption;
Mario, a son, 10 years of age. is also
with the mother at Thomasville. and
Coioncl Carioas Garcia, another son. Is
In cuba. A daughter Leonora. who
married an American, Is now living in
Paris. General Gsrcia's mother is still
alive. and resides in Havana
General Garcia, whose name will be
evrt linked with those of other patriots
who have fought against unequal odds
for the freedom of his country, has
had a most active and varied life. much
of which las been speut in fighting for
the cause Ct Cuban liberty. which he
had the satisfaction of seeing ac-
cv,uv,i.hed so snort a time before his
de.ib He was n man of culture and
refinement. cf snlcndjJ education, and
cRu,r rrcin n disiinpuished family of
Jiousri ur s,rtiapo do Crba nrovincn
He was born in Couuin an Oc, I, ls3,
and was educated IN Havana and
s,uir In 1864 he was marriad IN 1saI,.l
Vc,c,
G.onrol Garcia was tho oriaino, co,-
snirs,nr In ,hn rnrisina of ,ha C,b,ns
nrniret Spoin in 1868 and in that war
under Gorcz .fr attained tha ra,,. ~
a bri.,dipr .e,4ral In Octoher of 1sCs
he c.niured the ,nwns of Joiouani a,d-
Rairr and recruited many hund,ad. NJ
patriots, lie had command If tho
easter, d,rar.monts during that r,,.n-
m,ion after 1e1G and won many M
rail-. vi,trrics. including those al Mo-
iores and Auroz. While the revolution
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12

Huntingdon, Pa, Dec. 12-Dr. Ben
iamin Lee, secretary of the state board
Of health. arrived here last night on
his return from Bedford. where he
passed the day investigating the true
nature of the epidemic now prevailing
there. DR.. Lee said that the disease
Is smallpox. and that in the town alon,
there are at least 90 cases. General
vaccination has been ordered, and the
infected houses are closely quarantined.
1t is probable, also. that the public
schools of the place will be closed. Dr.
Lee did not pursue his Investigation
into the country surrounding Bedford.
where, II is said, there are other cases
Of the disease.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
THE FEDERATION OF LABOR.
a Full Attendance of DelfAltes Mt the
kansaS CITY Convention

Kansas City Convention.
Kansas City. Dec. 1.-THE annual
convention of the American Federation
this morning. There is full attend
ance of delegates from all parts Of the
country. and an important meeting is
looked for by the leaders. Sunday was
spent in informal conferences and in
greeting the late arrivals. Samuel
Gompers was the life of all groups.
The so-called fight on Gompers' re-
election has not yet developed. On the
surface there appears no material op-
position to him.
Mr. Gompers refuses to discuss his re-
election. That rests with the party o.
the second part" he said to a reporter.
''If 1 am elected l want to enter upon
my duties untrammeled by pledges, so
that I may do for my chosen people
mand."
Mr.. Gompcrs refused to say what the
probable action of the convention will
be in regard to the socialist pronun-
ciamento. which some delegates will
demand. or what will be the outcome
of the fight in the convention for the
endorsement Of free silver
I'm the past we have defeated the
socialists" he said. land In the past
likewise We have come out for silver
But since the latter has been made
a political issue the action of the con-
vention this year may be different"
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
MILL. ,,iAS Tie BiG RACE.

All of the Survivors Of the Contest
Are In Good Condition.
New York Dec. 12.-Miller retains the
long distance bicycle championship of
the world won by him last year. In the
race which ended Saturday midnight at
Madison Square Garden he was % miles
ahead of his nearest competitor. The
final score was: Miller, 2.OOT miles:
Waller. 1885: Pierce, 1,sO6il; Albert,
1,S22k; Gimm. 1.7S2; Lawson. 1,757h;
Aaross:gon, 1.729R; Nawn, 1,72lEs: Fors-
ter, 1859; Stevens, 1889; Hale, 1902:
Julius, 1861. On Saturday afternoon
Miller was married in the Garden to
Miss Hanson. Of Chicago. For his
weeks work Miller receives S1,7OO; Wal.
Ter. $1,000 Pierce. $500; Albert $40O:
Gimm. $500; Lawson. $780, Aaronson.
$3.50: Nawn, sl25, and the rest 500 for
finishing. The winner takes extras
that bring his earnings for the week to
over $4,000.
The survivors of the race had an op-
portunity to rest yesterday. and all are
In good condition. John West, Miller's
trainer, said Miller was feeling in good
sHipt anu ltlt CpiilpaldlNely lew Ill
results Of his work. "After the races"
he said 1--WE went to our hotel. where
we had sort of wedding breakfast in
honor of the marriage. Then Miller
went to bed and slept eight hours. His
condition is superb. He is not at all
lame, and his eyes are in fine condi-
ton He is occupying the bridal cham
ber of the hotel and this week will fill
theatrical engagement"
Waller was laughing and Joking with
a group of admirers yesterday. "Why."
said he, II could ride another race Just
like it next month. AS 1t is. I shall
ride in the "a hour race when it Is held
in the Garden. My eyes are little
sore, but ! think that comes from the
smoke in the Garden and the natural
light that | now get" He also has
theatrical engagement for this week
Pierce is in fairly good condition,
though his eyes are trife weak.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
Honorlng Dead Naval Hcrocs.

Key West, Dec. 12.-The dedication
here yesterday afternoon of hand
some iron fence enclosing the plot of
ground in the city cemetery in which
rests the remains of the sailors who
were killed in the explosion Of the bat .
tleship Maine, as well as four men
from the Winslow, one from the Mar
hlehrad, one from the Yankee and 36
others killed during the rebellion, was
tie occasion of one of the greatest
demonstrations ever witnessed here.
The fence was purchased by popular
subscription. A procession was formed
at the city hall and proceeded to the
cemetery. where appropriate exercises
were held, addresses being made by
Captain Lyons, Major Butts and others.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
Tho Disabled Massachusetts.

New York, Dec. 12.-It is impossible
to ascertain yet the full extent of the
Injuries received by the battleship
Massachusetts,, which struck reef or
sunken obstruction off Governors ISL
and on Saturday while on her way from
the navy yard to the naval anchorage
off Tompkinsvile, Staten Island. 1t
was found, however that the damage
wrought was considerably greater than
was at first suspected. and it Is be-
lieved fully 30 days will be required to
put the vessel in condition to go to sea,
even If she Is not vitality hurt.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12

Savannah, Ca, Dee. 12.--Cieneral Lee
and staff sailed for cuba yesterday af-
tcrnoon on the transport Panama.
Crowds Of people lined the wharI es
as the transport passed down the river.
AS the tusboats cut loose the siren
taken from the Spanish cruiser AL
mirnnte Oquendo after the battle OF
Santiago. and now on the tug Cambria.
screeched the Panama a parting salute.
General Lee will remain outside "f
Havana until Jan. l, when he will enter
the city.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12

A startling incident Of which Mr. John
Oliver, of Philadelphia, was tho subject is
narrated by him as follows: II was in a
most dreadful condition. My skin was
ed, pain continually in back and sides. no
appetits-gradually growing weaker day
by day. Three physicians given me up.
Fortunately, friend advised trying
Electric Bittcrs," and to my great Joy
and surprise tho first bottle made dccid-
cd Improvement. l continued their use
for three weeks, aud am now q we'll man. i.
know they saved my lie, and robbed the
grave of another victim" No one should
fail to try them. Only 80 cents per bottle
at n. B. Dapforths drug store, Corner
Second and Market streets,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
WASHINGTON.
Hoh''a, Tour Via Pennsylvania Railroad,

:, December p is the dato selected for tbo
personally Conducted Holiday Tour of the
wennsylvanln Railroad to Washington.
ln's tour Will cover period OF throe days
affordiDg ample time to visit ali tbe orinc,.
pal point, Of interest ut the Sutionni Can.
itai, including tho Congressional Library
and the new Corcoran Art Gallery. Round
trip rate, covering all necessary expense,
Tor The entire time absent. Transportation,
hotel recommendations guides, &c, Sl4 90
from New Iork, sl3. 80 from Trenton. and
Il 90 from Philadelphia. Proportionate
rates from other points,
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
SrECiAL TEACHERS TouE.

special teachers tour identical with
the above, VIII be ran on the same date,
ilckets Tor this tour, covering all neces.
sary expenses, Including accommodations
at the National IIotel, Willards Hotel, or
the Hotsl Regeut, s! 90 less than rates
quoted above. Side trip to Mount Vernon
and admission to the grounds. fifty ccn,s
additional Side trip to Old Point Comfort,
returning via the Cape Charlie, Route un-
I'll january !, "a. 90 additional.
fos Itineraries and full information an.
Ply to Ticket Agents; Tourist Agent, ll0s
Broadwny. New York or address Geo. w.
BOYD. Assistant General Passenger Agent.
Broad Street Station, Philadelphia.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
GENERAL GARCIA DEAD.
The Cuban Patriot Succumbs to an
Attack Of Pneumonia.
HIS FIGHT FOR CUBAN LIBERTY.
Had Given the Best Years of His Lifc
in the Struggles For Freedom, and
Died whlIo working in the Interest
of His Native Land.


in the Struggles For Freedom, and
Died whlIe working In the Interest
of His Native Land.
Washington Dec. 12.-General Calixto
Garcia, the distinguished Cuban war
rior and leader, and the head of the
commission elected by the Cuban as
sembly to visit this country. died here
shortly after 10 o'clock yesterday morn
ing at the Hotel Raleigh, where the
commission has its headquarters. The
sudden change from the warm climate
of Cuba, with the hardshiDs he had
there endured to the wintry weather Of
New York and Washington Is respon-
sible for the pneumonia which resulted
in his death. He contracted a slight
cold in New York. which did not as
sumo an alarming stage until the early
part OF last week. On Tuesday night
General Garcia, in company with the
other members of the commission, at
tended dinner given in his honor by
General Miles, and it was result OF
the exposure that night which culmin-
nted in his death.
During the twelve hours or more pre-
ceding dissolution General Garcia was
unconscious most of the time. At in
tervals he recognized one or more of
those about him. In his dying mo-
ments, as all through his busy and
active life, his thoughts were for his
beloved country and Its people, and
among his last words were irrational
mutterings in which he gave orders to
his son, who is on his staff, for the
battle which he supposed was to oc-
cur tomorrow and in which he under
stood there were only 400 Spaniards to
combat. Just before he died he EN-
braced his son. Rev. Father Magee.
Of st. Patrick's church. was called in
during the day, and was with General
Garcia until the end, administering the
last rites of the Catholic church.
TIL" remains We're Immediately pre-
pared for burial and were placed on
bier in the room in which he died. A
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12

Rev, Mr.keigwin and wife will bo given n
reception 10 Wost Presbyterian chur Oh
next Thursday evening to com mcmorate
tion as pastor. The occasion will ho a
pleasant rnc, as the increase in member
ship, ard tho improvements made in the
oliicc, ere matters OF congratulation and
therc is every reason to hope for coming
years OF greater usefulness The psrlors Of
the church will un1ues,ionally be well MI
cd nnll the good things Of life will bo lib
orally dispensed in order to give 2ost to
heArttc CONGRATULATIONS
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12

Baltimore, Dec. 12.--Negotiations have
been completed for the immediate con-
struction OF the Baltimore and South
ern railroad. and 1t is expected that
the line will be in operation during the
coming year. This is the old Drum
Point road. and travcrses Anne Arundel
and Calvert counties from Baltimore
to Drum Point Harbor, about so miles.
The use of this road will greatly lessen
the time from Baltimore and Washing
ton to Norfolk and the south. as well
as to Maryland points on both sides
of the bay.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
ADJUSTMENTS.
GRAND OPERA HOUSE.


At the Opera House on Saturday even
ing one OF tho LARGEST audiences of tho
season attended IL performance of "Shnre
Acres" The play has been seen here DO.
fore, but it was never better presented
than on Saturday night. Archie Boyd and
the supporting company were excellent i'll
every respect.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
Continued on Fourth page.
The Discovery OF the Day,

Aug J. Bogel. tha leading druggist OF
Shreveport, La. says: "Dr. Kings New
Discovery ia the only thing that cures my
cough, and it is the lest seller l have"
J.F. Campbell, merchant OF Stafford,
Atiz., writes: "Dr. Kings New Discovery
is ali that Is claimed for IT, it never fails,
and Is q sure euro for Consumption,
Coughs and Colds. cannot say enough
for its merits" DR.. Kings New Dis
covery for Consumption, Coughs and
Colds Is not IN experiment.. 1t has been
tried for n quarter of II century, and to.
day stands at the head 1t nevor disap-
points. FREQ trial bottcs ut N b. Dam
iorth's drug store. CornUr Second and
Mar ket streets.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
Colonel Bryan Resigns Ills Command.

Savannah. Ga, Dec. 12.-Gcneral
Kelfer, who is in command of the re :
naming troops of the Seventh army
corps since General lees departure
for Cuba. confirmed the ru'nor of Colo
mel William J. BIyan's resignation of
his command Buih General Lee and
General Keifer endeavored to induce
Colonel Bryan to go to Cuba. but were
unsuccessful. Lieutenant Colonel Wiz
quain succeeds Colonel Bryan. :.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
Death of senator WaIthali's Widow.

Memphis, Tenn. Dec. 12.-Mrs. Mary
Jones Walthall, wife of the late Sen
ator Walthall. Of mississippi, died in
this city Saturday night, aged So. Her
death was due to general decline in
health, which began Immediately after
the death of Senator Walthall last
April. Mis-. Walthall was well known
and very popular in Washington.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
Sick Soldiers From Porto Rico

Norfolk, Va. Dec. l2.-The government
transport OLDHAM arrived at Fort Mon
roe yesterday afternoon and landed there
76 sick and convalescent soldiers from
the army in Porto Rico and Cuba. At
Santiago Miss Packard. daughter of ex =
Governor Packard, OF Iowa, embarked.
She had done noble work as a nurse in
the hOspitals there.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12

Lancaster. Pa, Dec 12.-Yes.erday
afternoon a crowd of about so skaters
were chased by Jacob Stehman from
pond on his farm here. and as they
departed, jibing him, the farmer seized
a shotgun carried by one of his farm
hands and fired into the crowd serious.
ly wounding a young man named Mat
thew Shue. A "arrant was issued for
the assailant's arrest.
The Wilmington daily Republican. (Wilmington, Del.) 1890-1902, 1898-12-12
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