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Adams County news. [volume] (Ritzville, Wash.) 1898-1906, 1898-04-13
CABINET OPPOSED 70 DELAY
GRANT OF AN ARMISTICE
dents View. ON the Situation
Regarded as Another Step In the
Process of Deiny-Troops Are
Leaving Spain.

Washington, April lO.-At the close of
the second cabinet meeting tonight it was
announced that the presidents message
would undoubtedly go to congress tomor-
row. On the best authority it was stated
that the meeting was devoted wholly To
the consideration of the messages add.
tion, necessitated by the receipt of the
latest note from Spain advising this gov.
crnment of the declaration of an uncondi.
tional aimistice. The sufiix to the presi-
dents message merely recited this latest
development of the Spanish situation, Civ.
ing the substance of the Spanish note aud
recommending ii to the earnest attention
of congress" Otherwise the message
stands unchanged.
| After the meeting one member of the
cabinet said that the Spanish note had not
altered either the message or the situa.
| ton.
"It is merely" said he, "what Spain has
been asking for all along-more time. 1t
does not touch the situation and the pres.
ident's message is left precisely as il was.
merely stating the fact of this latest de
velopment'
In Diplomatic Circles.
Diplomatic circles in Washington were
keenly interested in the change brought
about by Spain's grant of am armistice.
The ambassadors and ministers exchanged
calls and there was general exchange of
congratulations, as it was felt that the
armistice at least gave time for calmer
h, ALL L.,
Cambon, received cable dispatch from
the foreign Office at Paris informing him
that an armistice had been granted and
was wholly without conditions Besides
seeing his associates Of the diplomatic
corps, the ambassador saw Archbishop
Ireland who was instrumental in securing
the influence of the pope, and joined the
archbishop in expressions of satisfaction,
Throughout the negotiations the French
have taken leading part in avcrting an
open rupture between the United States
and Spain.
While the British government has been
most active in seeing that the action Of
the powers did not assume a menacing
attitude toward the United States, yet IL
Is known that Great Britain joints with
the other powers in approving the latest
movement OF an armistice, and is hopeful
that this will clear the way for fuller
settlement of the general Cuuan question.
Armisticc Has No Conditions.
Washington, April l0.--The Spanish
government, through its minister at
Washington, Senor Polo Bernabe, to-
Adams County news. [volume] (Ritzville, Wash.) 1898-1906, 1898-04-13
poush, the Nicther&.

New York, April l0.--A disptch to the
Herald from Rio Janeiro say The news
papers announce that the go3ument has
sold the cruiser Nictheroy V United
States. II is stated that Nce paid
for this warshiP was $5500t
Adams County news. [volume] (Ritzville, Wash.) 1898-1906, 1898-04-13
Rour Men Killed.

Knoxville, Tenn, April l0.-Near Me-
Gee Staten, John Niece and his son Joe
shot and killed Henry and Ernest How
ard and James Muuand. and mortalIy
wounded Tom Howard. The killing was
the result Of family feud- The McGees
are prominent people.
Adams County news. [volume] (Ritzville, Wash.) 1898-1906, 1898-04-13
ordered to Their Regiment.

Washington, April TO- - Army officers
now on duty at the various institutions Of
learning throughout the country have
been relieved from duty and will proceed
to Join their regiments o.. .LLs stations :.
which they are assigned.
Adams County news. [volume] (Ritzville, Wash.) 1898-1906, 1898-04-13

The Russian scepter is Of solid gold,
three feet long. and contains among its
ornaments POS diamonds. 800 rubies and
Is emeralds.
There are more than 1000 German
walters in the hotels and restaurants Of
London.
Adams County news. [volume] (Ritzville, Wash.) 1898-1906, 1898-04-13
The War Must stop.

The War Must stop.
long trial has proved that the OBJ
which Spain has waged war can
attained. The fire of insurrection
ne or may shoulder with varying
but II has not been and II Is
at 1t can not be extinguished by
methods. The only hope of re-
repose from a condition which
longer be endured Is the enforced
on of Cuba.
name OF humanity. in the name
ition, in the behalf of endan-
erican interests, which give US
md the duty 10 speak and TO
E In Cuba must stop.
these facts and these consid-
congress- to authorize. and
resident TO take measures
'inafion OF hoStilities
Spai- z the
- isl-
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
REGULAR TRAINS.

The Boulder County "Little Giant" VIII
Run to Ward Monday.
The Colorado & Northwestern track
is entirely completed to Ward, as stated
in these columns several days ago,
and the company will begin its regular
train service on Monday morning.
The line from Boulder to Ward is as
fine piece of road as can be found in
the United States. AS scenic line it
will not pass unnoticed when compared
with the most famous Of Colorado lines.
themselves famous throughout the world.
Running through beautiful Boulder can.
on, winding in and out of the rocky pre-
cipitous gerges, over the picturesque
pass into Left Hand, the line presents
all the most interesting features of
mountain railroading together with con-
summate engineering skill.
The road, it is stated, has enjoyed a
splendid business since train service was
begun as far as Sunset, and the pros
poets are excellent for substantial in
crease when Boulder countys principal
camp ID reached.
The first train will be sent up from
Boulder tomorrow evening and the morn.
ing passenger train arriving here Mon.
day morning will be the first regular
through train.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
Manned By Volunteers.

Cape Haytien. June "A dispatch
from Santiago states that it is believed
that the Merrimac was sent into Inc neck
of the harbor by Sampson for the pur.
pose of closing the port and thus pre-
venting the escape Of the Spanish squad.
ron. From information conveyed by the
prisoners it is believed they volunteered
for this dangerous service and that none
d erished.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
COMBINED ATTACK.

Land and Sea Forces VIII Uompsa Capttu-
lation Of Santiago.
Washington, June 4-Now that the Of
6cials believe that Gervera is tightly
sealed in Santiago harbor by the sunken
collier Merrinac the next move is being
discussed. 1t Is the opinion of the Of
hcials that as soon as troops can reach
Santiago, a combined attack will be
made upon the city. Sampson will re.
duce the harbor Notifications and the
batteries on the hills surrounding Santi.
ago will lombard the city and force its
surrender and that Of the feet. 1t is
probable that the attack will be made
by the middle of next week.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
-
ONLY SILVER DEMOCRATS.


MAJOR Henry Fulton Colorado Nember II
Democratic Congressional Committss.
Washington. June 3-(News Special
Congressman osborne, vice chairman Of
the Democratic congressional committee,
this afternoon filled vacancies on the
committees from states having NO Dem
ocratic senators Qr eonsressmen. He
did It under authority Of resolution Of
the committee. He has taken pains that
only good, reliable Silver Democrats
have been named. He has chosen Majoe
Henry Fulton Of Boulder, member IN
Colorado: r. 2. Johnson Of Boise. foe
Idaho and John H. Dennis fl Nevada
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
VIII Adjourn BY July 4.

Washington, June 4.-There was a
talk this morning that congress ought to
be able to adjourn so that the members
will be- able to reach their homes by July
4. If the adjournmentis is reached by that
time. il means that the census. bank.
ruptcy, scalping, pooling and many
other important measures must 60 over
to the winter session.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
MORE REGULARS.

General Merr,tt's Command Growing in
Proportions.
Washington, June 4-As each day
passes il seems to add to the scope of
the expedition to the Philippines. After
prolonged hesitation the authorities have
decided to increase the force under Gen.
Merritts command from four to six regi.
ments Of regulars and two batteries of
light artillery.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
SPANISH VERSION.
The Santiago Affair Was Brilliant Span.
ish Wet ry.

Madrid, June 4-An official telegram
from Santiago says the explosion OF
mines at the entrance Of the harbor and
simultaneous opening of fire from the
shore batteries checked the advance Of
the American vessels into the harbor.
The Merrimac was sunk and the cruiser
that was with her was forced to retire.
One officer and seven men were captured
by the Spaniards. There were po
casualties on the Spanish side. The
Merrimac advanced under the fire of
several American war vessels. The Al
nitrate Oquendo supported the shore
batteries and captured the Americans.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04

Madrid, June general Blanco re.
ports that in consequence Of quarrel
between Gomez and Garcia, the former
will lead his troops against the Ameti-
cans. The report also states that two
American ironclads were damaged in
the engagement at Santiago and denom-
mates the affair as brilliant Spanish
victory.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
SUNK BY SAMPSON.

Tho Merrimac Was Sunk to Blockade Sam
tiago HarbOr.
Washington, June AT 1890 this
morning an official report was received
from Sampson at the navy department
stating that the collier Merrimac was
purposely sunk by the Americans to
block up the channel ana prevent the
escape of the Spanish fleet. No lives
were lost.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
Hawaiian Treaty on Tuesd.y.

Washington. June 1.-The Hawaiian
aans xa,icn resolution will probably be
called before the house on Tuesday.
There is doubt as to whether a report
will be made fixing the limit of debate
but this will make no difference as a
majority of the members are in favor Of
the resolution.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
ke|[Il|QC sunk
BY S1nlpSO1
SEVEN MEN CAPTURED.
Tho Gallant Command Falls Into spanish
Hands

Washington, June Am official cable
has been received from Mole St. Nichol-
as, dated June 4. and signed by Sampson
stating that the Merrimac was success
fully sunk in the harbor entrance at San.
tiago by Commander Hobson and seven
volunteers. He said that the seven men
were captured by the Spanish. and re-
quested an application for their ex-
change with Spanish prisoners at Atlanta,
He stated that there are six vessels OF
Cerveras fleet in the halbor unable to
avoid capture or destruction.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04

spanish Profsssed Gallantry.
Madrid, June 4-The Spanish official
report from Santiago states that Cervera
personally saved an American officer.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
YIS(0y0 is Re.
ported GQp|ued
WscAYA CAPTURED.
Attempted To Leave Santiago Harbor Bat
Was Conquered.

Was Conquered.
Key West, June A story comes
from commander of an American war
ship that the Viscaya was captured at
Santiago today. The vessel in company
with the fest of the feet attempted to
leave the harbor. The rest of the ships
were driven back. The guns of the Wis
caya were silenced and the vessel was
boarded. Officers here are re.icent re
garding the report. 1t comes from good
authority, but cannot be vouched for.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
MARIETTA ARRIVES.

The Orsgon's Consort Reaches Key West
eAfter Her Long Voyage.
Key West, June 4-The gun boat
Marietta arrived here this morning after
her loqf cruise from San Francisco.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
Mrs. Atkinson Indicted.

Charleston. June 4-The grand jury
found true bills against Mrs. Gov. At
kinson and Joshua Evans for forgery to-
day. Great excitement prevails,
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
Blakely Reported Captured.

Washington. June 4.-Ens,gn J. R. Y.
Blakely, who has been reported captured
by the Spanish at Santiago, is son of
John Blakely, editor of the Washington
Star,
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
Spanish MOdesty.

Madrid, June 4-The minister OF ma
rines has received laconic message
from Cervera thanking him for the con.
gratulations for the victory at Santiago.
Senor Aunon says that he does not men,
tion.re cent occurrences there.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
SPANISH FLEET DESTROYED.

A Tribune Despatch That Lacks Onacial
Confirmation.
New York, June 4.-The Tribune at
10 a. m. posted bulletin from Cape
Haytien reporting that in an engagement
at Santiago yesterday afternoon, Admiral
Sampson destroyed the Spanish feet.
There is no confirmation Of the report.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
Income Tax Defeated.

Washington. June 4-The Morgan
amendment for the income tax was de-
feated by majority Of three IN the sen.
ate this afternoon. .s
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
BRYAN TO MANILA.

Tho Nebraska Regiment Assigned to
Dewey Expedition.
Lincoln, June 4-Washington advices
state the acceptance of Col. Bryan's reg.
iment and assigns him to the Manila ex-
pedition.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04

To Cure . Cold in One Day.
Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets
All druggists refund the money if it fails
to cure. Is cent?.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
OFF FOR MANILA.

day.
San Francisco, June 4.-The Colorado
volunteers have received orders to EN-.
bark on the transport China next Tues4
day.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
A Texas salute.

Mobile, June "A negro officer or.
dered Private Irwin Jacobs to salute him
this morning. The negro was carried to
his quarters on stretcher.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
stfens thening Spanish Dsfensss.

Key West. June a Reports from the
blockading feet state that the Spanish
are Strengthening the fortifcations east
Of Havana between Moro Castle and
Cojimar. These batteries will protect
the city against land attack.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
WILL REINFORCE DEWEY.

The Monterey and Consort Brntus Sail for
Manila Tonight.
San Francisco, June 1.-The monitor
Monterey and her consort Rrutus are
now ready. and will sail for Manila to-
night.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04

New York, June 4-The St. Paul's
bunkers are filled with coal and her
water tanks with water. Food supplies
are now being loaded on board. Capt.
Sigsbee is still at Washington conferring
with the strategy board. He is expected
to return tomorrow and will sail on Mon.
day on scout duty,
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
Sailed under Sealed Orders.

Sailed Under Sealed Orders.
Mobile, June Alive transports sailed
from here under sealed orders today
carrying 1000 troops.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
Revolution spreadlng.

Port au Printe, June 4-Reports from
San Domingo state that the revolution is
spreading.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
Scouting f0| HE
don 'SCQdR Fleet
YALE At NEWPORT NEWS.

The Swift Auxiliary Cruiser Will Help
Scout for Cadix Fleet.
Newport News, June 4-After a swift
voyage from the southern Cuban coast,
the auxiliary cruiser Yale arrived here
this morning. The Yale was at Santiago
on Sunday and was sent from there to
San Antonio to file dispatches. and then
proceeded to this port. It will take coal
here and then join the St. Paul and St.
Louis in scouting for the Cadiz feet.
Daily camera., 1898-06-04
CLEARING THE CHANNEL.
Cervera Preparing to Welcome the Cadiz
Rose rye Fleet.

New York, June 4-Despatehes frem
Cape Haytien state that the Spanish
have blown up the Merrimac in order to
clear the channel 1t is expected that
the Cadiz feet will arrive soon.
The Irish standard., 1898-07-16
We Have Barbed Wire and Nails.


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The Irish standard., 1898-07-16
Strictly Pure st. Louis Whitehead.

Put up in ~ 2 50 and 100 h. kegs h. Whypy from &c to
for that amount Once used always
Lneed strictly boiled
anything painters
The Irish standard., 1898-07-16
SAVED 1926.

WINNnBAoo CITY, MIMI,
juno sth, 1898.
Mr.. T. M, RoBRR1s.
Dear s1r-The four spoo1s Of
me- wa. received Ia due Tine.
Isaved 49, as on the 48s pounds
by sending to you, and not buy.
ing Of our dealers here.
Very Respectfully yours,
p. Nj. MAR6TON.
The Irish standard., 1898-07-16
Great Special High Grade Bicycles, So

We will
of $24 g. We what
you Catalogue
The Irish standard., 1898-07-16

READ TAS e. from bsa Kus egsss 5sy
wries The o April made upa1 OF
supply chicago T. Roberts,
chants PRICED the quoted s7so to s and
days goods exactly
equal, II BETTER dme.o
The Irish standard., 1898-07-16

In lots of less than 1900 pounds-painted thog
or cattlol per cw... 81. 86l galv snized thog or
cattle per cwt., q .0B. In lots of 1000 lbs. or
n,ore-painted hog or cattle per cwt., 81 .00D
galvanized hog or cattle per cwt., 81 80.
Write for rates to your shipping point.
The Irish standard., 1898-07-16
SPECIALLY RECOMMENDED.

This Extra Giraffe Manila made for
w s a
all of
the ceof the
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to
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We woulda dvie you o lat
B-Twi
The Irish standard., 1898-07-16
PatronIze Our Dry Goods Dept.


where be found Samples will
Goods
White Goods Percales
always lowest priced. SAMPLES FREE.
mpy "sendsa of Goods.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-02-18
TOO MUCH WORK
For a Healthy Existence.-That's
Why the Kidneys so often Fail

Nature has provided q certain amount
Of work for every organ Of the human
1ody; OvertaX them ana disease evcntU-
ly follows. There is not one POI
IN of our Cauism that is 50 overworked
the Kidneys; ON them IS placed the i'm
prtant function of liltcring the blood q.
impurities which naturally form III the
rular action OF life and digestion. The
lneys are consequently termed the sew
tge of the system clog up this sewer
"a the blood becomes tainted with poison
rs uric acid which brings on disease
many forms. The back is the first 10
low this stoppage. From there comes
ne warning note; it should be needed,
nd the kidneys receive prompt attention
)oan's Kidney Pills will right the action
{. the kidneys quickly, relieve the back OF
aims and aches, and cure all troubles Of
iineys and bladder. Read the following
Mr. VIM. Nelson is a well-knOwn bu-i
rss man of Kalamazoo, he resides at 500
'0rtage Street. and his business is that OF
grain buyer. He says:
For five years have suffered from an
inability to urinatc, which resulted from
What was said to be n stoppage of the blad
Ger During these years have taken min
,ral and electric baths and used other means
IN expectancy Of getting better, but they
al proved unavailing. Some months ago
negan using Doan's Kidney Pills, which |
had heard highly recommended, and can
row say that the flattering reports were
not greater than they deserved. | got
better right along, and am free from any
trouble now. | feel better than | have
done for three years past If Doans Kid
ney Pills were well known all over they
would do an immense amount Of good.
Sold by all dealers price, 80 cents
Mailed by Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo,
N. Y. sole agents for the U. 5. Remem-
Der the name Dodn's, and take no other
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-02-18

one Of tic most amusing stories OK Tire
day treats Of mistaken philanthropy. AZ
q certain army post there was sentry ia
cuty noar tho hospital. The surgeon was
preparing o. 20 TO bed inside. wien he
was annoyed and alarmed at the sentry's
coughing III. experienced ear tod hin.
shat tbs r;.ao aad a severe bronchial Glllio,
Jon, needing sUrong remedy.
ile debated awhile with himself, ono
shan going into the dispensing room, com
pounded powerful mixture This he toos
outside 10 the sentry with instructions to
swallow it Immediately. The man refused
The surgeon insisted and finally command
ed the soldier TO take the medicine, which
BIO did with much grumtiing. Then she
worthy surgeon went TO he'd pleased TO
tear ne mc~-. c'"l.IinD.
Next morning TO his surprise, the com
handing officer sent for him and said thu,
the sentry had complained, declaring thas
the surgeon had forced him 10 swallow
something he thought was poison Az
..vCsti gation followed and revealed the fact
that while the surgeon was mixing the
medicine the coughing sentry had been To
lieved, and consequently the remedy had
been given to the wrong man. ~ Ono4s
Tit }itA
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-02-18
GOT EVEN WITH THE CLERK.


low Country Guest Made the ,Iotci
Omcial pAy Up.
4 country guest at a certain London
otcl. having dread Of pici.pochcts.
vent 10 the clerk and handed INN %
20 note 20 be put in the safe. says
comic CUTS. Asking for it next day
ac was thunderstruck when the func-
.onary to whom he had given the
money coolly denied any recollection
IF the matter. Whereupon the coun-
iryman went to "A lawyer.
"Gct another Z 20 note" said The law
err, "and 90, accompanied 10y a friend,
back TO the hotel. Apologize to the
,lerls for your mistake. Say II was
derect or memory. Attribute it to
Observation-Disclosures Deposit the sec
ond $50 note in the presence of your
friend and come back TO me"
The mystified ruralist observed in
s1ructionS TO the very letter.
Now" said the lawyer, ''go back
alone to the clerk and ask him for your
G 20 note. Knowing that your friend
saw him receive it ne Will give you baci.
the second one. Then take yor friend
with you next day. approach the clerk,
ask him boldly for that { 20 note and
as there was no witness TO your receipt
If the second note he will be forced
to returrn that also
The ruse proved completely success
full. much 10 the qualification Of the
couDtryman.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-02-18
PAST AND PRESENT ATHLETICS.
Como OF the Stories or Grecian Heroes
Probably little Exaggerated.

como OF the Stories or Grecian Heroes
Probably "A little Exaggerated.
We do not know with any scientific ac-
curacy what the Greek athletes actual
~ did, what Weights they hurled, at
what pace they ran, how high they
ieapt, or what were the heights,
weights oc ages Of those who sought
the wrcaths. There are some lies, we
believe. recorded. but they are TOO clear
~ lies. Nobody, for instance, says the
Spectator, ever jumped forward 50 feet
6ny more than he jumped 800 loet. We
know Of some feats of endurance which
the athletes PEI formed as soldiers, we
know that they were 1.-THE and slight
and well-formed, and we know that
they thought each other physically
matchless among mankind. and that is
nearly all that we do know.
1t is extremely probable that if the
old victors in the gsmcs could be made
TO live again for day we should find
that the English and American atnletea
heat them with certain ease, for north
erncrs are stronger than southcrners,
and equally 1.-THE and wcll-trained. The
Greeks may have bad more endurance,
as some sayages have still and Japanese
coolies. but even that is doubtful. for
The Greeks thought swimming across
The Hcnesp0nt n wonderful feat. and an
Engliahman. Capt Webb. performed
one az least ~ times as notcW orthy with
out dangerous exhaustion. He swaup
from Dover L. Calais
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-02-18
TRAPPING TURKEYS.
me Method Usually Employed in Taking
the Wild Bird.

ON. Of the rnotLo1s hv which ,..il1
o,.l,cvs are tal'en i,y notjyo hnrtars as
.cr:hed in .Irrnf.nr and rish.,.,, N
I,lorido." Inv Mr. G. r Cory curotor ~
,o ,lo,'o,.t,,nnt of ornitholooy in the
ryoid Coinmbior nusonr, Cbicaoo
..rta;pl, docs IittIe credit to IN, intcl.
...nco 81 ,be tnrl.e,s
nI,cr i fond whore tprLcvs are
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1898-02-18
PRINCE BECOMES a PRIEST.
Unfortunate Attachment for Princess Fo-
dnra of SchIe.NIg-E olstein.


Prince Mas OF SaXony, who has re-
Gently taken UP his abode in London as
a Catholic priest at the Church OF ST
Boniface. Union street, Whitechapcl, is
the fourth son OF Prince George, duke
IF SaXony, and nephew of the king OF
saxony, says the New York CONNER
eial Advertiser. When he became "A
priest he formally renowned all his
rights TO the throne TO which his father
is heir. Prince Max is only 26 years of
age and hc quilted the German army TO
enter a monastery few years ago.
His determination to retire from the
world and to enter the priesthood rs
said to be due TO an unfortunate attach
ment he entertained for Princess
Fedora of Schleswig- by his
modesty he has become very popular
among the poor in the east end. His re-
ply to the cheers raised in his honor
upon the occasion of his first visit to the
"Gesellenverein," or workirgmen's
club. attached to the mission, was:
II come among you not as prince,
but simply as n priest. / am worker
myself for, to my mind, no honor is so
great as that Of labor"