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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
THE PRO-CUBAN REPUBLICANS.
They VIII Abide by Presidents
Wgsbes-No Action TIL Monday.

WASHINGTON, d. c., March d.-The
committee of Republicans appointed at
last nights conference to call on the
President. reached the White House
shortly before 8 o'clock, and soon were
closeted with Mr.. Mckinley The con-
ference broke up at 10 minutes TO
o'clock.
Tbe committee reDOrted to the confer
ence of Republicans al a meeting helu
after the adjournment. They stated that
The President made frank declaration
as 10 what was taking place between
,la two governments. and concludeH
with these words: II pray God that we
may be able to keep peace" The I'M
prossion left with the delegation how
ever was that he did not expect peace
full adjustment
In strictest confidence. Mr.. Mckinney
outlined the course of the commuillca-
tions between Washington and Madflu'
He stated that all now depended on us
matches to be communicated ana re-
ceived probably within forty-elght hours'
The response of Spain 10 message
cohled II bv this government was eX-
nected hourly, and surely would be re-
ceived within twenty-four hours. After
II arrived IL would be necessary for TINS
country TO send another Cabinet note as
a rersy to Madrid. This might be ac-
complished I'm less than forty-eight hours
lie therefore intimated that 1t would be
gratifying If Congress would defer taking
action until next. week
POSTPONEMENT AGREED ON
Mr.. Hopkins OF Illinois, who made the
ronort for the committee, said he felt II
would be best to abide by the President >
wishes. -, :,
Others who spoke at the meeting IN
cluding Mr.. Lorrimer and Mr.. JOY, ad-
vised postponement
The President, they stated sussesteu
that what was related TO them regarding
the Diplomatic negotiations should not
he repeated until those negotiations were
closed. that If these secret ana slshih-
cant messages were revealed at this time
ond should become public property, ana
he cabled back to Madrid, the puDhcily
,nieht hurt the cause and defeat the ehds
sought. h,,,oh,
Mr.. Hicks, of Pennsylvania, thoush'
tbot in view of the Dupuy DE Lone let
ter no further parey should be allowed
ond that Premier Sagasta was acuhs III
accordance with the policy that that let
ter had revealed. Others followed III
the same line. but it was finally con
cluded TO defer action until aIter the
adjournment Of the House Monday
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
SPANS REPLY RECEIVED.
II Is in Cipher, However. and Hns
Not Yet Been Translated.

WASHINGTON, u. c.. March S1.-tSpe-
ciall-The war feeling tonight grows
more and more intense There are ali
sorts Of rumors, some Of them probably
based on reliable information. To begin
with, It is stated that the Spanish Gov
ernment has rejected the alleged ultima
tum, or whatever proposition has been
sent to Spain by the United States. with
a view to the peaceable settlement of
the Cuban matter. This is denied at the
State Department, but the denial is re-
garded as evasive 1t is known that Min
ister Woodford has notified the President
that his proposals have been rejected,
but until late tonight no official report
had been received At the State Depart
ment. At this hour the reply Of the Span
ish Government is being received at the
White House i'm cipher. but, of course, It's
character will not be announced until
tomorrow, and then only to the Presi-
dent and Secretary d State.
So much is known tonight, however,
that it is believed 1t will be impossible TO
withhold Congress from making a decla-
ration OF war until Monday, the time
asked for by the President
Mr.. Mckinley. It is said by HIS friends,
anticipates war. and is doing all in his
mower to delay declaration to that
effect. in order to gain time, so as to
complete our preparations. 1t is under
stood that several vessels laden with
ordnance and ammunition from Europe
for the United States are on their way
here. and it would not be prudent to de-
clare war until their safe arrival, which
will probably be early next week.
Speaking Of the diplomatic correspond
ence now being carried on between the
United States Government and Spain, d
very prominent Republican intimated to-
night that II was not John Sherman, nor
Judge Day, nor the President nor any
of the assistant secretaries Of State, but
that It was either eX-Minister TO China
John w. Foster, OF Ohio, or ex-senator
Edmunds. of Vermont, who was conduct
ing the negotiations.
The next day or two may produce the
most startling Developments.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
Spain's Ofiiciai Reply.

WASHINGTON, March a.-Spain's Off
cial reply TO President McKInley's latest
demand in the Cuban situation was re-
ceiyed in Washington tonight. An anx-
ious party, comprising most of the Cab-
net and severai close friends of the ad-
ministration, waited til late in the eve
ming, in expectation of the development.
About half-past 10 the message began
TO come In cypher and the work Of trans
lation was begun at once. 1t was officially
stated, however, that no intimstion as
to the nature of the reply could be di-
vulged tonight.
Among those at the White House were
Senator Hanna, Secretary Alger Secre-
tarv Bliss; MISUNDERSTANDING -of-State
Day. who dined with the President; As
notwithstanding Adee, to whom
was confded the translation OF the mes
sage; Senator spooner, and Senator AL
drich. There was an intensely eXpectant
crowd of newspaper correspondents,
larger than often gathers at the White
House at night, waiting in the lobby
outside the Presidents office.
NO IMPORTATION YET.
But they were destined to disappolnt-
ment for after the telegraph instrument
I'm the adjoining office had steadily clat-
tered for half an hour. Mr.. Porter, the
Presidents Secretary, appeared, with the
announcement from Secretary Day that
II was impossible TO translate the mes
sage i'm time 10 give out any statement
tonight. The telegraph-key was still
clicking when the correspondents filed
out. indicating that the message was at
least quite lengthy.
The visitors gradually drlfted out from
the Presidents office. till at midnight no
one was left but Secretary Porter. He
departed half an hour later. leaving only
the telegraph and the translat0rs
struggling with the message. Adjutant-
General Corbin came over from the War
DEPARTMENT at 12:l5. but did not go TO
the White House. Meeting Secretary Por-
ter at the door, the two walked home to-
gether.
All those who had been with the Presi-
dent were reticent on leaving the Presi-
dents Mansion. most of them declaring
that they had not seen any of the trans
lation of the cypher dispatch. and that
they had no idea of its purpsrt.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
morning between Captain Sampson and
the other chief officers OF the feet on
board the flagship New York.
THE RECONCENTRADOs.
Order for Their Release Extended
TO All Cubn.

HABANA, March 31.-Captain-Gen
Banco has issued an important decree,
dated March 30th. and published this
morning in which he directs the end OF
recommendation in the four western pro-
vinces--Pinar del Rio. Habana, Matanzas,
and Santa Clara.
The preamble says that for the recon-
centrados who. being without resources.
or instruments with which TO labor. re-
main in the towns or centres provision
ally set apart for their use. the Colonial
Government will with great urgency pro-
pose to the Governor-General plan OF
relief. In this plan the mayors and al
caldes are expected to take part. estab-
fishing soup-kitchens. etc, and doing all
in their power TO terminate the existing
misery. Then follow five articles, carry
ing out what is set forth In the preamble,
as follows;
Article 1-After the publication H
this order the recoucentrados and their
families will be allowed to return nome
in the four provinces given above
Article 2 orders all relief committees
and civil military authorities to facilitate
aid the recrncontrados in selecting ana
securing new houses.
Article 3 directs the Colonial Govern
ment. through its secretaries ana minis
tcrs. 90 prepare to execute all necessary
orders 10 secure for the country people
work on public improvements, ana also
TO give food from the economical Kitchens
to all the suffering. attention being calleo
TO those on the small country estates.
no
the funds now in the hands OF the com
rittees are 10 be provided for under the
head Of an extraordinary war credit
Article 5-All former orders OF recon-
centration are abrogated."
An important Development
WASHINGTON. March I.-The state
Department has received no official word
as to the decree issued by Captain-Gen-
eral Blanco. resembling the reconcentrado
order i'm Santa Clara and the other rlch
provinces. II is regarded as an extreme
lv important. If not the most important,
development Of a favorable character
thus far secured
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
FOREIGN RELATIONS COMMITTEE.
Purchase OF 81. Thomas-sigsbee ON
Maine Disaster.

WASHINGTON, ID. c.. March 3l.-The
Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
held twd sessions to-day AT the morn
ing session the proposition to purchase
the Danish Island of st. Thomas was
discussed. Captain Sgsbee. of the Maine,
and Captain Barker. Secretary Longs
naval aide who went 20 Key West after
the explosion on behalf OF the depart
ment. were before the committee for an
hour at the afternoon sitting. Both were
examined in detail In regard to the con-
dition and strength OF our navy In the
vicinity Of Habana. and Captain Sigsbee
was questioned as 10 his opinion and
knowledge of the Maine catastrophe.
His story was not materially different
from that detailed TO the naval court
Of inquiry, but the fact that 1t was given
personally to the committee. and in
cluded personal deductions. made visi-
bic impression upon the members. Cap
tain Sigsbee did not express any convic-
ton in so many words, that the disaster
was the result OF treachery on the part
of the Spanish, but after the committee
had concluded its hearing, one of its
members expressed his belief that the
explosion was due to that agency.
The purpose in taking the testimony Of
these naval officers is TO incorporate
their statements in a report the COM
mittee will make in case IL finds ii neces-
sary TO report a resolution for interven-
ton. This report will be in the nature
Of a statement TO the country. justifying
the position taken, and IL is considered
desirable to support this with an array
Of pertinent facts which will go far TO
convince the American people and the
civilized world of the justice of the course
taken.
WILL WAIT TILL MONDAY.
When the report. which was circulated
during the afternoon. to the effect that
Spain had rejected the proposals of the
United States, was brought TO the at
tention of the committee, Senator Davis
went TO the Senate chamber and asked
that there should be no adjournment
until Monday. as had been contemplated
This led to the surmise that in case the
report of Spain's refusal should be Verl-
fed. the committee might bring In It's re-
port tomorrow. 1t was stated later
however. that the committee had not
changed its plans, and that II Woulu
probably wait upon the President al
least until Monday, If he should so de-
sire
There is no doubt that the committee
Is prepared TO report very speedily, III
case ii should feel called upon TO 90 So
There has been no poll of the commit
tee. and no formulation of resolutloh'
but there has been a very general eN-
preston of views. This expression mas
so far taken the shape of recognition
Of the independence of the Cubans, TO-
gether with a declaration for Intervention
sufficient to guarantee this independence
and the best opinion is that such e reso-
luton will be the ultimate result OF the
committees deliberations, If Spain IN
sists upon continuing the Cuban war and
holding the island.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
w.RsHIPs CLEAR FOR ACTION.
They Are Ready To Move at F1i'een
Minutes Notice.

ury WEST FLA, March a.-Every
nreparation for action was taken Dy the
varships to-day. All WOODWORK was
stripped off exposed spots ana seh'
ashore. The wooden pilot-houses on the
or,,,sars were taken down. To certain
ov+ont interior woodwork was also re-
moved and sent ashore. Even the saii-
ors' wooden boxes were remover i'oiN
some of the ships. These precautions
have been adopted TO prevent 30 i"i S9
nossible. the danger OF nylhs spiin''is ~
case of action. The officers sent ,heil
nersonal yaluables and belongings " NC
stored on shore. "A, ,oats ieft
~ anchorages after dark and steamed
"',i,,.,rd wnere they viii patrol during
~ NIGHT This precaution was ordered
~, Ca1tain Sampson to-day. lie Is par
ticularlv anxious TO watch closeiy tne
,Iot'ena entrance 10 this harbor, and also
- ae,ord additional safety for the iowa
t,atana and New York, whicn lie uhprO-
tected six miles OUT. ,- Aa,,a. 20
o,i,,ad orders to overhaul tnelt marine
sno,neerine stock, so that 1t could De useu
Instantly in case OF emergency
ToRPEpo-BoAT ATTACh'
The torpedo-boats not engaged IN pa, pa
rolling tonight made another attack on
The battleships. but all these measures
were guarded with the greatest see,eeS. co1
The establishment of patrol Is con
s,dered by the few who know OF II as
most significant. The entire meet - NV
I'm readiness TO move at hi'eeh N''''D
notice. ut. has ,ef, for
The gunboat Annapolis mas ieis io'
Brooklyn. - Maine wreck
,.a,,1h, here last night were buried TO-
a. with the usual simple ceremonies
and without incident ,,,s
An important consultation was held lh's
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
FOR oUT-oF-TowN SUBSCRIBERS.
The Picture Maine VIII he Sent to
Our Patrons Out of Town.

Yielding TO the urgent requests Of our
subscribers in various parts OF the State.
we have concluded to send the hand
some souvenir picture of the ill-fated
battleship Maine by mail, upon the re-
ceipt of one coupon and cents.
1t is a colored picture. s1-4xl5, cleverly
executed in every detail, and taken from
an oil-painting done by F. n. Atwood In
1885 and owned by gadier-General H.
A. Wheeler. 1t will be found admirably
suited for framing.
In order TO obtain the picture, cut out
a coupon. which will be found at the bot
tom OF the last column or the first page
of the DISPATCH, and bring or send 1t
TO the Dispatch with cents.
Persons desiring the picture by mail
should be careful to write their names
and addresses plainly. Address PICTURE
DEPARTMENT. the Dispatch, Rich
mond Va.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
K,ipbt's Commission Not signed.

WASHINGTON, March a.-(Special)-
The Senate did not notify the Executive
of the confirmation OF Wray I. Knight
as postmaster for Richmond. j. VI. ray
Tor as postmaster for Ashland, ana >. H.
Burroughs as postmaster for Portsmouth
until to-day. The Post-Ofhce Depart
ment lost no time in sending the com
missions to the President for his sigma
ture. but owing TO the press OF business
Mr. Mckinley signed only Burroughs $.
The others will probably be signed to-
morrow. Burroughs left for home to-
night. with his commission in his pocket
and will relieve Postmaster Herbert TO-
morrow. He notified Mr.. Herbert to this
effect by wire
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
SPANS EvAsIyE REPLY.
what the President VIII Now Pro-
badly Do.

WASHINGTON, d. c., March 81
Speaking of Spain's reply, received to-
night the Post tomorrow will say:
1T is not what the President. hoping
for the best, had expected. 1t Is, at
most. vague and unsatisfactory note
from Minister Woodford, deyoting. more
space TO his impressions of what the
Spanish Government VIII and VIII not
do than a formal expression from the
Spanish Ministry of its own position.
Spain does not accede TO the American
demands. Neither does she positively
and finally reject them. The question
is still left open for future negotiations.
According 10 the traditional policy OF
Spanish diplomacy, more delay is re-
quired and much evasion Is manifested
one of the reasons FOR asking further
time is the fact that the Ministry cannot
act without the ratification of the Cortes'
which is not now In session. Counter
propositions are also suggested. rather
than plainly stated, which look 10 the
side-tracking of the main issue. whlch
is the immediate and complete indepehd-
ence of the Island of Cuba.
1t Is now a question with the President
whether he will continue TO treat win
Spain further along the lines suggested
i'm the dispatch, or grant the additional
time which is required. No message
will be sent to-day. The reply OF the
Spanish Government will be considered
at the meeting of the Cabinet this morn
ing. and then it will be decided whether
an ultimatum Will be sent 70 Spain.
I-p to this time no ultimatum IN the
dinlomatic sense has been forwarded. III
sent. il will mean that Spain must
within twenty-four hours answer speclh-
callv as TO the demands made by the
United States. In the event of a failure
TO answer. or a positive rejection of the
American proposition, the President VIII
suggest TO Congress the advisablhty OF
recognizing the independence of cuba
and enforcing that recognition by a mill
tarv demonstration. This will be pracu-
callv a declaration of war, although II
will not 90 literally to that extent.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
PUT THEM IN sTATE-BANK VAULTS.
Secure Place for Keeping Your Sc
curitfes and other Valunbles.

The state Bank Of Virginia invites the
public to inspect its vaults for the safe
keeping of Bonds. Stocks. ETC.. and es-
pecially its storage vaults for the safe
keeping of silver-plate and other bulky
yaluables.
They are regarded as safe as human in
penuitv and skill could make them. At
night they are guarded by reliable,
trustworthy guard.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01

I1lman Brothers have opened at 1900
east Franklin street one OF the largest
feed-houses in Richmond. They are just
from Cleveland. o.. and have made ar
rangements with some of the largest
feed-shippers in the West at prices
which cannot be undersold in the South.
some of few prices are; Timothy Hay,
Zoe. hundred: Good Mixed Hay. 45c. hun
dred; Best oats, 34c. bushel; Best Corn
,nixed or white. 40c. bushel: Best City
Mills Ship-stuff and Brown-Stuf, 7sc
hundred; Best City Meal, iic. bushel;
BEST Coarse Meal, for feeding. 40c.
bushel. Special prices on large lots.
ULLMAN BROTHERS.
Phone. 81. 1000 east Franklin street.
Goods delivered free In Richmond and
Manchester.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
Nh Action TIL Monday.

WASHINGTON. March a.-The House
Committee on Foreign Affairs met to-
day, but beyond a general discussion oi
the situation did nothing. An adjourn
ment was taken until Monday. in ac-
cordance with the wishes of the admins
tratiOn.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
WAR PERMITS.
Attention. Military.

National Life-Insurance Company. OF
Vermont, will issue war permits Free OF
charge on all policies in force before war
actually begins. Insure Now.
Full information from FRED. PLEA
SAINTS. General Agent, No. lll2 Main
street; new phone, rs.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01

The United Banking and Building Com
pany offers for sale until April list 90
shares of its prepaid stock az SO per
share. Pays a fixed cash dividend OF
per cent, per annum dree OF tax. WIN
srawahIs any time after two years.
For further Information apply at the Of
fce Of the company. No. s2l east Main
street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
TRUST FUNDS.
and Uncertainties ms "a
Their Proper Disposition Removed.

The Virginia Trust Company acts "a
executor. administrator, guardian. re-
ceiyer. trustee, for estates. corporations
or individuals.
All accidents and uncertainties incident
20 trusts, etc. az administered by indl'
yiduals, are altogether removed "nen
the company Is appointed TO hanole ,hs
trust fund. The corporation trustee outs
lives the trust. The inefficiency and
carelessness Of Individual trustees may
wreck valuable estates. wills receipted
for and kept without charge.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
GET A VIEW or THE wARsHIPs.

En- Route tn Norfolk via {. a. %.
Passengers using the Chesapeake and
Ohio route between Richmond and Nor
folk have the advantage TO the cheap
rates-s2 one way, and $50 round trip
as well as a sight at Newport News OF
the warships of the flying squadron. Two
daily trains each way between Richmond
and Norfolk, via Chesapeake and ohio
railway
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
Firewood Cheap.

The Virginia and North Carolina Wheel
Company is Offering kiln-Dried Hickory
and oak Wood in suitable lengths for
cooking-stoves and heaters. This wood
Is unsurpassed for cooking purposes.
and II YOU use II once you viii uss
nothing else. Drop us card. or phono
us. O.d phone fii: new phone. ile.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
II the naby L. cutting Teeth

be sure and use that old and well-tried
remedy. Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup.
for children teething il soothes tha
child, softens the gums, allays an pain.
cures wind collie. and is the best remedy
Tor diarrhoea. Twenty-fIve cents bottle.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01

VIII be unanimous sentiment on the part
Of employers to permit such OF their
men as are members of the milIa free
opportunity to join their commands.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
rh. Jefferson hotel

calls special attention to its full stock Of
Wines. Brandies Runs. Rye and Bour<
bon Whiskeys; also. Domestic and imports
ed Beers, Ales. and Mineral Waters. and,
Liquors. Bottle and case goods a specias
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
Frames for the Maine Pictures

The Meyer Store will frame the Maine
picture in an Inch-Wide Gilt Moulding,
with glass complete. for % cents.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-01
WEDNESDAY CLUB.
Musie kfesftyaI.

April 22d and ed.
Gadski del Puente.
Boston Festival Orchestra.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-08-28
Sale of Toilet Goods.

Gelle Freres's Glycerine Tooth Paste,
35c.; Violet de Parme. ounce, fSc.;
Niolette and Pcau de Espange Soap,
lie.
Roger & Gallets Lavender Water 17c.;
Toilet Wafer. AL odOrs. G0c
SoZodont. 53c.; Listerine, 70c.; Pure
Bay Rum. &C.; Murray & Ianmans
Florida Water 19c.; Imperial Florida
Water, Sc.
RUBBER GOODS BARGAINS-2-quart
Fountain Syringe. 49c.; 2-quart Hoo
Water Bag. soc Apiece Bulb Syringe,
Zoe; Throat and Nasal Atomizers,
SOC.
MORE THAN TWO THOUSAND
BRUSHES FOR SALE-Real French
TOOth-Brushes, 13c.; samples OF lec.
TOoth-Brushes, Sc; 81 Seamless Hair
Brushes, Doc; Ebony Military Hair
Brushes, 5Oc.; B0ne-Handle Nail
Brushes, &c; CamePs-Iiair Flesh
Brushes, 23c.; LOng-Handle Flesh
Brushes 3Oc.; the best 15c., Hair
Brushes made. in this lot AT &c.
SOAPS BY THE THOUSANDS OF
CAKES 3-ounce-cake Of Best Turk
ish-Bath. 4 lie; 4-Ounce-cake Of Pure
Palm. 10c. dozen; Palm Soap. same
shape as Colgate's. 1c.; French Nio-
lette, x l-3c.--usually 2jc. FlOtilla,
&C.; Cashmere Bouquet, I0c.; Came
LA, lie.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-08-28
: Lots at the Embroi-
derry Counter

viii prove n great attraction this
week.
Lot 1-Open-Work Cambria Embroide-
res q &c.
Lot Wide and Medium Cambria EN-
broidered Skirtings at 17c.
Lot 3-All-Over White Oriental Net, Il
inches wide. at soc.
Lot 4-Torchon Laces, inches wide, at
zoe.
Lot 5-Valenciennes I.aces and White
FOotings at 1Oc dozen yards.