The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-04-12

Statement of the Civil Governor OF
Madrfd-Over 100 Arrests.


formerly deputy 1t is reported that the
Romerists, Republicans and Carlists were
at the bottom of the manifestation. the
Carlists taking the principal part. Over
enc hundred arrests were made during the
disturbances. Among the persons taken
into custody, in addition to Baron Sangar-
rem, We're Senior Galvez Holquin, former
deputy, Gen. Bourbon de Castelvi, and many
newspaper men. The police scattered the
crowds, who attempted 70 reform at the
Puerto del Sol at about midnight. Some
persons were injured
At about 2 O'Clock in the morning the
civil governor of<AIadrid, Senior Aguilera,
called upon the minister of the interior.
Senior Capdepon, and made report on the
subject of the demonstrators He said in
brief: THE affair was not genuine out
burst of patriotism, but was mapufactured
by individuals anxious to disturb public or
der. I had good information of the scheme
to start an Illegal manifestation at )
clock in the afternoon. Therefore l left
the bull ring and hurried to the Puerto del
Sol, where, however, found everything
tranquil. / then returned to the bull ring
which I was the last to leave. The specta-
tors returned to their accommodations in
good order, going to the promenades. The
fifty persons including Senior Galvez Hol-
quin, assembled, leaving Belota court sing
Is in order to avoid attention, arranging to
meet at the Grau Pena Club. There they
were joined by idlers and the whole party
began marching in the direction of Puerto
del Sol, headed by Senior Galvez Holquin,
whom 1 arrested. General Bourbon de Cas-
telyi, who was returning from drive with
his wife, was recognized and cheered He
responded by leading the mob to the mill
tary club to obtain flag This prevented
and the general left the club, followed by
the mob, for the Puerto del Sol and the
arsenal, where / interposed. Later / saw Il
group of people, headed by Senior Martin
Rey, whom L arrested, in the meantime
taking measures at the Puerto del Sol to
avoid bloodshed. The people who took part
in the manifestation never numbered over
i've hundred. Hearing, shortly before u
o'clock, that crowd was gathering in
front of the colonial minister's house.
went there, accompanied by four guards
and two mounted policemen, and arrested
Baron Sangarren. Several others were tenn
porariIy arrested. but We're afterwards re-
leased. The character of the manifestation
can be judged by it's leaders. am in duty
bound to report the matter to the judica-
tire"
AT the Princess Theater yesterday evening
a spectator shouted Viva Espana," and
the entire audience arose, while the build
ing resounded with frantic cheers. The ma
ticnal anthem was demanded by the peo-
ple and was played amidst enthusiastic ac-
ciamations
To-day's hero is Senior Aguilera, the civil
governor of Madrid, who, by his own pres
ence and activity. quelled the mob last night
when at it's worst. To the correspondent of
the Associated Press, Senior Aguilera said
to-day: Il attribute the demonstration
solely to revolutionary agitators, aided by
the Carlists and Romerists, who are trying
to convince the populace that the armistce
means the humiliation of SPAIN, In reply
to question as to the arrest of Baron
5angarren, Senior Aguiera said Baron
Sangarren, about o'clock this morning,
was harangung the mob and leading it to-
wards tic residence Of Senior Moret, the Sec
rotary of the colonies. AS he would not
desist finally grabbed him by the scruff
of the neck and handed him to the nearest
policeman. The baron was very violent and
insulting, but telling him that | would re-
ply to his insults in my unofficial capacity.
left him in the hands of the police
Other persons arrested were Senior GaIyez
HoIgllin of the late municipal scandal no.
toriety, and two rather prominent repub-
ucans who were conspicuous in melting
the mob The remaining arrests were unm-
portant but none of the persons in custody
will be liberated until the public efferves-
cence ceases.
A proclamation by the civil governor
posted to-day, warns the public that ali
future demonstrations will he suppressed
by force. Strong precautions We're taken
after the bull fight but to-day the civil
governor denied that there was any par
ticipation on the part of the military in
yesterdays demonstration except at the
Military Club, where the cries of the mob,
Long live Spain! and Long live the
army and navy! We're responded to by
lew members of the club.
Senior Aguilera summoned Gen. Bourbon
de Castelvi to his residence to-day and eau
toned him as to his part in yesterdays
events. The correspondent of the Associ-
ated Press has interviewed General Mel
quiz. who says: THE military element dis
approves last nights demonstration The
the army in the peninsula and in Cuba, and
also upon the loyalty of the Cuban volun-
situation is admirable
General Melquiz believes that the true
puhlic opinion of the United States is OPP
posed to war. and only the jingoes. the Gu
han filibustering element and Specializing
politicians. aided by the sensational press,
keep ND the war note He saws that the
rebels will submit the moment they are de-
pI1ved OF the moral and material support
OF the United States. and considers that
Tue government Is dCunS Wisely IN cOnt1n-
uing its preparations against eventualities.
10 p. m.-El Correo tministeriaD repeats
Its last nights note to the effect that the
governments step is s'only the beginning
OF Spain $ true interests" 1t calls for
calmness on the part of the public and en-
treats Spaniards to suspend Judgment for a
lew days. Ell Epoca supports the govern
nent's policy.
Baron San Guerren and the other prison
crs arrested last night were sent to prison.
but have since been bailed, pending trial.
Gen. Bourbon de Castelvi denies that he
INTENDED to participate in the demonstra-
lien He SAYS he passing in q carria ge
when the crowd acclaimed the army. He
entered the Military Club, and while there
some of the members suggested that lie
should take out the flag
III Globo will again indorse the armistice
and the action of the government, saving:
Spain Is fortunate to avoid a quarrel with
America, especially at this juncture when
the Philippines and the Mediterranean ISL
ands"
With regard to Sunday evenings demon
6tFafiOn, I'll Globo says it was ''unwarrant-
ed and simply a local political agitation
in which neither the military nor the sensi-
me Liberal. in a special article on the
political situation, says: president Me-
ktnleys message will decide Spain's course
II the Washington government changes its
conduct, withdraws its threats and follows
tho dictates OF justice, peace loving Snain
VIII forgive the injuries done her and viii
turn from war. But If the Republic con-
tinues Its course In insisting on armed In.
PREVENTION Spain will. without arrogance or
fear. accept the challenge allowing no one
70 restrain her. seeking counsel or help from
no one 10 maintain her flag unstained and
her sovereignty untouched. The nation is
strong. through being closely united with
the army. which is really the nation armed =
In ~ErNesN nfaE.