The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1898-08-18
EYEWITNESS STORY
OF MAN|LA'S FALL.
Continued From Page One.

along the Luneta under sharp scattering
fire from the houses near the beach. and
parleyed with an officer. who directed him
along 20 the gate further east.
AT this moment the Spanish forces, re-
treating from Santa Ana, came into view,
fully 900 strong, follows by insurgents who
had eluded Gen. McArthur's troops and
now opened fire for brief period. The
situation was awkward, if not critical, both
sides being slightly suspicious OF treach-
cry. The Spanish troops lining the citadel
ramparts. observing the insurgents action.
opened fire on the Californians, killing one
and wounding three. The confusion. how
over, soon ceased by the advance of the
retreating Spaniards to the esplanado
when Gen. Greene ordered them 10 enter
the citadel Soon long letter was brought
from the captain general, requesting the
commander of the troops to meet him for
consultation. Gen. Greene Immediately
entered. with Adjutant General Bates
Meanwhile, according 10 arrangements,
tho moment the white flag was shown.
Gen. Merritt, who occupied the steamer
Zahro as temporary headquarters. sent
Gen. Whittier with Flag Lieut.. Brumby
ashore to meet the captain general and dis
cuss a plan OF capitulation.
Gen. Whittier found the officers much
startled by the news that the attack was
vigorously continuing along the whole line,
the American troops even threatening the
citadel All available Spanish troops were
Immediately rnassed in the vicinity Of the
palace. awaiting the succession of events,
concerning which a certain degree OF anx-
iety was evident.
Gen. Merritt entered with his staff at ;
o'clock The situation then was better IN
derstoo-i and conference with Gen. Jau-
denez was held. The terms agreed on may
be outlined as follows
An agreement for the capitulation Of the
Philippines
A provision for disarming tho men who
remain organized under the command OF
their officers. no parole being exacted.
Necessary supplies TO be furnished from
the captured treasury funds. any possible
leans.
The safety Of life and property OF the
Spanish soldiers and citizens to be guar
anteed as far as possible
The question Of transporting the troops
70 Spain to be referred to the decision Of
the Washington government. and that OF
returning their arms to the soldiers to be
Ieft 20 the discretion Of Gen. Merritt.
Tanks and similar institutions TO con-
tinue operations under existing regulations.
unless the<se are changed by the United
States authorities.
Perfect order prevails tonIgh. on both
sides Of the Pasig. the civil guards remain
ing armed and on duty. cooperating with
the American sentries 10 preserve quiet.
About 1000 soldiers laid down their arms
Of starvation in the town are exaggerated
The Spanish troops appear TO be in excel
lent condition. and there are only 176
sick
Great credit must be given 10 Gen. Aer-
ritt FOR his plan OF attack. which was sue
[HSftEltF carried DIt III every Gtlsi-i Lt-fitf
unusually complicated conditions Nor
can cosnrendation be Withhold from Chief
of Staff Gen. Bapcock FOR his expert CO.
operation In the admirably conceived STRAIT
cry. Prompt action ard strictly following
fully detailed orders resulted in every case
In ne settlement OF every difficulty, how
ever threatening The conduct OF the
Spanish was in few cases repreheDsab!e.
such az their setting tire 20 the gunDoat
Cebu and the destruction Of several armed
Launches. altar the equalization had been
agreed upon.
Lest. Bruu1by lowered the Spanish flag
in Fort Santiago and raised the Stars and
Stripes. many Spaniar!s weeping, while
the American band played The Star
Spangled Banner" and a company Of in
fantry presented arms.
II e impossible - praise too Mighty the
humanity OF Admiral Dewey and Gen.
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