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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
TEST OF EIGHT-INCH GUNS.
The BrooI.Iyn's Fighting Apparatus
In Good shape.

FORT MONROE. VA, April 6.-The
Brooklyn flagship of the flying squadron
tried her oight-inch guns to-day in order
70 test the new elevating apparatus de-
signed 20 give them greater range. The
test was made in order to demonstrate
NOT only the utility Of the apparatus
but also that of the turrets, after being
so materially changed, TO see If they
would stand the shock TO which they are
subiect. The test, which was under the
dircction OF Commodore Sehley and Cap
tain Cook. was of most satisfactory
nature and Commodore Schley said that
the brooklyn was in the best OF hghtlng
trim. -,
THE first shot was sent out with ten
inch charge OF ninety-tive pounds OF
nowder. the guns being elevated at hve
degrees. The 2OO-pound shell left the
mnzzle OF the gun at velocity oil Z"o
feet n second. and struck the water two
and three-quarter miles from the snip
sending up vast column Of water The
second shot was with the full powder
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
DEPARTMENT OF THE GULF.
Gen. Graham's Inspection Completed.
Ft MCPHERSON as Reserve Camp.

ATLANTA, GA. April 6.-General w.
NJ. Graham. commander Of the Depart
ment of the Gulf, reached Atlanta this
morning. having completed his tour Of
inspection.
General Graham spent the afternoon In
inspecting Fort Mcpherson and its vicl-
nifty. with Fl view 20 asccrtaining its fit
ness for a reserve camp. Tomorrow the
General and his staff will visit two or
three other places near Atlanta, and it
is said that his decision in the matter
will be reached tomorrow evening. when
his recommendation will be telegraphed
10 Washington.
An order was issued to-day, relieving
Lieutenant George f. Barney from duty
as an aide-de-camp to General Graham,
and transferring him TO the Second Ar
tllery, at Fort Adams, as regimental
duartermaster. Lieutenant c.. p. Sum-
merell. of the Fifth Artillery, is ordered
to do duty as aide-de-camp To General
Graham.
Lieutenant Colonel Peter A. Cleary,
chief surgeon Of the Department Of the
Gulf arrived to-day. The entire staff is
now here,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07

when the expected did not happen. sena-
tors and members were at sea as to what
was coming next While the message
was awaited, there came a hurried sum-
moning Of leaders OF the Senate and
House TO the White House and they
were there informed that the message
was to be withheld upon the information
received from Consul General Lee.
The reasons he gave were deemed en-
trely satisfactory by ALL and Senator
Davis informed the Senate, while the
House leaders carried the news to that
body. That the danger to American life
was considered sufficient reason for
non-action appeared In the minds Of all
to warrant the Withholding OF the mes
sage.
is SPAIN TOO LATE?
Later, new feature was injected into
the situation-the proposed armistice--
and while some were very hopeful of an
eventual solution of the problep
without war, the general feeling was
that the general conditions in Cuba would
be that the Cubans would continue fight
ing until their independence was recog-
niZcd, and the sentiment was that Spain
had made Ovcrtures on this line too late.
At the War and Navy departments, in
contrast 10 the feverish excitement Of
the past week. the feeling was almost
apathetc While there was the usual
amount OF routine attendant upon the
recent work of preparation, things to-
day settled down almost to the normal
condition. No more contracts for new
vessels were closed by the Navy Depart
ment and no changes In the stations of
ships announced To-day was also no
iceable for the absence of conferences
Of high officials, and the great tide Of
visitors. congressman, public men. and
contractor s,almost entirely disappeared.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
PLAN OF NAVAL ACTION.
Possible Dash of Flying Squadron to
the CanarieS.

WASHINGTON, April 6.-The plan of
action for the naval forces in the event
Of hostilities is now practically com
pleted. as a result of several weeks con-
was entrusted this important feature Of
the war preparations. While these plans
are naturally most closely guarded, it
may be stated on high authority that
one feature of them contemplates dash
bv the flying squadron, under Commander
Schley. TO the Canary Islands. This pro-
position is as tentative as all projects
subject to unforeseen conditions must be-
but has received most careful considera-
tion bv the naval authorities.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
The Chickamauga Rendezvous.

CHATTANOOGA. TENN, April 6.--Pre-
parations are rapidly going on here for
the reception of government troops at
Chickamauga Park. The statement sent
out from Atlanta that there is an made
quate supply Of water is without founda-
tion. and ridiculous. i'm view Of the fact
that the Chickamauga river runs through
the reservation. All the available regi-
ments of infantry in the army are ex-
pected to be in camp here by the early
part % the week.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
PAPAL MEDIATION DIFFICULT.
Cubans VIII Not Agree to Armistice
without Independence.

LONDON, April THE Rome corre-
spondent Of the Daily Chronicle says:
Archbishop Ireland has cabled to the
Pope that mediation is almost impossi-
bic in consequence of the resistance Of
public opinion.
"The Cuban insurgents it is said. have
cabled to the European committee that
they will not agree TO an armistice or
disarmament unless Cuban independence
is proclaimed"
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
RUBENS'S WILDNESS.
HIS REMARK THAT cuBAvs MIGHT
TURN AGAINST UNITED STATES.
1T is NOT SUSTAINED BY PALMA.
Latter Reiterntes, However. That In
tervention for the Purpose OF Es-
tabIishing Autonomy Ia the Island
Would Net he Accepted.

NEW YORK, April 6-The Cuban
Junta, through It's associate counsel,
Horatio S. Rubehs. made an important
statement to-day. Ii declared IN the most
unequivocal language that the Cuban
provisional government and the Cuban
army would reject absolutely intervcn-
ton by the United States unless II should
be preceded by recognition of the in-
dependence of the Cuban republic, that
If the United States persisted in inter-
vening, without recognizing Cuban inde.
pendence, the Cuban Government and
military forces would refuse 20 co-ope-
rate. and that if United states troops
should be sent to Cuba upon the basis oe
Intervention without recognition. the Gus
ban army would in the last resort turn
its arms against the United States.
RUBENS EXPLAINS.
This evening Mr.. Rubens. counsel to
the Cuban Junta supplemented his ut
terances of this afternoon with this
written statement over his signature
"The statement appearing over my
name i'm the evening papers was based
object OF the United states. In refusing
TO recognize the independence Of Cuba.
was TO annex the island 10 the United
States. 1t was in view OF this fact that
expressed the determination of the Cu-
ban army 10 resist. We would, OF course,
welcome the American army 80 aid us
in achieving our independence"
PnImn's Position.
WASHINGTON, April 6.-When thu
dispatch containing Mr.. Rubens's state-
ment was shown to Thomas Estrada
Palma. the representative in the United
States OF the Cuban republic who ar
rived I'm Washington this morning ha
said: Il cannot say anything about this
dispatch until L communicate with MI.
Rubens."
1t was made evident from his manner
that he did not for a moment consider
the possibility OF such an unwise state-
ments being made by the ASSOCIATE coun-
sci.
Mr.. Palma did not hesitate 60 reiterato
with great emphasis his recent declara-
tion that Intervention for the purpose OF
establishing autonomy I'm the island
would not be accepted. and that Cuba
would become independent
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
Withdrawal of New York and Flo
rid. suecinI. IA. 4. 4 A.. X. IL.

The New York and Florida Special,
leaving Richmond. north-bound. at 9:0
A. NJ, daily except Monday. and arriving
Richmond south-bound, at $50 +. NJ.
daily except Sunday. will be Withdrawn
Tor the season. as follows
Last train. south-bound, VIII arrive
Richmond Friday. April sth.
Last train. north bound. will leave
Richmond Tuesday, April 18th.
c. A. TAYLOR,
Traffic Manager.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
Easter Dessert.

Having increased my factory, and
having received a large shipment OF de-
livery freezers. | can I'll promptly all
orders left with me. and most earnestly
request those who have not given my
Ice-Cream. Ices. Fancy Cakes, and superb
Chocolates a trial TO favor me WIN thelr
Easter order. Satisfaction is guaranteed
Phone 10 996 old or 50l new phone.
WILLIAM c. SCHMIDT,
427 east Broad street
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
,,,s. Woodford Remains.

MADRID. April 6.-9 p. M.-Mrs. Wood
ford wife OF the United States Minister
accompanied by her niece, and Lieutenant
Dver. the United States naval attache,
ioSt nv the o'clock train for Biarritz.
considerable surprise IL expressed at
,toir denarture. "in view of the settle
INT 8, hut Miss Woodford remains. and
II is explained that the others Will soon
return.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
nuIId Up the System

with that greatest Of Alternative Tonics-
Dr. Davids lodo-Ferrated safsaparilla.
1t makes pure. rich, red blood. and brings
bloom 10 the cheek and health and yigor
TO the body. There IS more pure health-
giving medicine in a single bottle OF Dr.
Dayid's lOdO-Ferrated S2rsdparilla than
in gallon Of the much vaunted patent
medicines Remember, DR.. Davids lo1O-
Ferrated S1rs0parilla cures that urea
feeling permanently.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
GREAT BRITAIN WITH Us.
She Heartily Approves Our Policy
Regarding Cmbn.

LONDON, April 6-On the highest au-
thority, the Associated Press can an
nounce that the British Government has
assured the United States of its fullest
policy. This assurance was given with
the most complete knowledge Of the latest
developments i'm the negotiations between
the United States and Spain, and on the
understanding that even these are tending
steadily toward armed Intervention I'm
Cuba.
The British Government is even more
friendly to the United States than the
newspapers here, having more accurate
knowledge OF the real nature and pur-
port of the dealings between the United
States and Spain.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
Spain Purchases Small Arms.

WASHINGTON. April "a telegram
received at the Navy Department to-day
from the naval attache at London, an
nounced that the Spanish officials have
contracted with Vickers's Sons. Maxim.
and other European manufacturers for
the prompt delivery OF 10000 stands of
small arms and the necessary ammuni-
ton.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
M. Cincinnati Runs Aground.

KEY WEST. FLA. April G-Ihe uhited
e.Ntae cruiser Cincinnati struck a mud
bank opposite the government wharf TINS thls
D"',n ins The tugs Merritt and Leyden
.nV, s"cceeded ,,,iH in pulling her off after two
80. work. IL is not believed she sus-
o9Iad nJui onv injury. but regular naval
'.a,,iry 1aa,,t win be made. The United states
ar,nhoat Helena arrived this morning
fro,,, Lisbon.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
Wa any Three Torpedo-Boats.

LONDON, April Ga special dispatch
from Rome. published to-day, says con-
tracts we're signed during the day for the
saIe of three torpedo-boats to the United
states for the sale of the armored cruiser
Giuseppe Garibaldi TO Spain, and for the
sale of the armored cruiser Narese TO
tbe Argentine Republic.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
AtInntic-Const Limo.

The Richmond and Augusta sleeping
car line, I'm operation on trains No. 30 and
No. 81. over the Atlantic-Coast Line. has
been discontinued. Passengers for Au-
gusta leaving Richmond on train No.
Rs al 1880 T.. NJ will take the Macon
sleeper. arriving Augusta at 7:j5 A. NJ.
g. $. CAMPBELL.
Division Passenger Agent.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
Asiatic Fleet Preparing for sea.

HONGKONG. April 6.-The United
States fleet is preparing TO go TO sea,
and supplies Of coal are being purchased
for the use Of the American warships.
The United States authorities nave pur-
chased the British steamer Nanshan,
which will be used as "A store-ship.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07

charge, 40 pounds. and sent the pro-
jectile very nearly four miles. putting IL
I'm the water at a speed of 1900 feet per
second. There was no perceptible jar
ring from the shot.
Commodore Schley said tonight that
he had not yet received any orders from
washington.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
FOR oUr-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 coored picture. 1-4xl5, cleverly
executed in every detail and taken from
an oil-painting done by f. n. Atwood in
1895. and owned by Brigadier-General II.
A. Wheeler 1t will be found admirably
suited for framing.
In order to obtain the picture, cut out
n coupon. which will be found at the bot
tom of the last column of the first page
of the DISPATCH. and bring or send it
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, 1898-04-07

he will be In the army as correspondents
in the event Of war but ! viii stay az
home TO take care OF the house ana my
baby"
Mrs. Decker is an attractive talker ana
is evidently fond of discussing the eA-
ploits OF her husband. She VIII remain
in Richmond some time.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
.,istice Nnt sufficient.

LONDON, April The Rome s1,e. 'oTiso oTbe
.noDdeDt Of the Daily Mail says no no
5ponGs", a"nn's mediation will probably not de 20
il,Ssr POPE ng president Mckinley has s,,,. ue-
iursn,r ,e6 mat an armistice with the c1eans 5
clarS1 un, Una GO g" 70 the root Of the matter
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07

prrTLAND. VT. April Ga -. 9,Spa,oG ps,,aGG
~ senator proctor, on the hu''""'
Herald Iicr bulietin-6oar,d' says undesirable.
TO toryag must leave Cuba, and the quicker
,be better for all parties
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
The odorless Refrigerator the Hest.

Accepting the trite expression at It's
true meaning. there can be but one
Best" In the line OF Refrlserators-the
Odorless Sole agents. the II. B. Taylor
Company. No. lOll east Main and No.
east Eroad street.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
stcam Yacht for Uncle sam.

TRENTON. y. j., April 6.-The steam
Yacht Norwood, owned by Norman L.
Alunroe. and said to be one of the fastest
yachts i'm the world, left here to-day Tor
Charleston. 5. c., where, II Is sald' she
Lii he used by the United States Govern
rrent as "A dispatch-boat.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
Reinforcement for sampson.

WASHINGTON. April 6.-Captain
SIMPSONS big war fleet at Key West
will ne still further strengthened In a
day or two by the arrival of the double
turreted monitor Amphitrite, which left
Beaufort this morning.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
AfInniic-lnnsi Llnr.

The New York and Florida special
train will be discontinued Friday, April
Sth Last trip south-bound Will leava
Richmond 10 p. NJ on that date. Last
train from the South will arrive Rich
mond Tuesday, April l2th. S:5j a. VI
e. $ CAMPBELL. 4.
Division Passenger Agent.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
Armory Hands Discharged,

SPRINGFIELD. MASS, April 6.-Three
hundred men employed at the United
States Armory here were discharged this
evening on orders from Washington.
These men were employed on the old
Springfield rifles.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
Long Knows About II.

WASHINGTON. April 6-Secretary
Long when shown the Madrid bulletin
Announcing a settlement, said 81 know
about f." He refused to say anything
more.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
TRUST FUNDS.
Accidents and Uncertainties as to
Their Proper Disposition Removed.

Their Proper Disposition Removed
The Virginia Trust Company acts as
executor, administrator, guardian, re-
ceiver, trustee, for estates, corporations,
or individuals.
All accidents and uncertainties incident
~ trusts. etc, as administered by indi-
viduAls. are altogether removed, when
the company is appointed to handle the
trust eund The corporation trustee out
lives the trust. The mefiiciency and
carelessness Of Individual trustees may
wreck valuable estates Wills -eceipted
for and kept without charge.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
nh. rexas Sails for old Point.

NEW YORK. April 6.--Ihe oa'tro't,e tn the
Texas sailed this morning, " '0''
souadron AT Hampton koauS'
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
Diogenes to He the Topeka.

WASHINGTON. April G.--The gunboat
Diogenes. recently purchased I'm Eng
land. has been renamed Topeka" after
the Kansas capital.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
Arms and Ammunition.

PARIS. April 6.-The United states Gov
ernment has purchased I'm France con-
siderable quantity OF ammunition and a
number Of quick-firing guns.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07

II you have never useu seq, r,'se' = q or io-cent
have your grocer send you aor . Results
package with the neh' a'nerlorlty over
win convince you OF i's S"p'''N
any other kind
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07

Whatever makes life easier makes life
longer. Therefore. save labor and time
nv using Elastic Starch. Flat-iron trade
mark. Ask your grocer for II.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07

The most elicac IONS stimulants TO excite n
appetite are ANGOsrURA BITTERs, prepared by
DIR. j. G. b. siegert & sous. BeSaro OF counter
feiis. Ask for the genuine article.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
THE CANNON BOND VALID.
Judge HancLeI's Decision In tne
Famous Norfoii. Case.

NORFOLK, VA, April 6.-tSpec'aL)-
Judge Hanckel, Of the Corporation Court
has decided that the bond of Joseph p.
Cannon. in the famous conspiracy case
involving Cannon's wifes honor, was
legal obligation, and is, therefore, forfeit
ed by the non-appearance Of Cannon IN
obedience to recognizance, he haVile
skipped" town. Unless an appeal Is
taken by the end OF the month, the Conn.,
monwealth's Attorney Will ask the court
to direct the Sheriff to sell enough OF the
property Of Joseph Cannon. father and
bondsman of Cannon. 10 satisfy the bond,
which was for s5sp
The Hall bond gStes the alme course as
that of Cannon and any property OF
John p. Hall. the bondsman. which he
now has or may have sold after going on
Guy Halls bond, will be taken to satisfy
the State.
A CHARTER GRANTED.
In the Corporation Court to-day a char
ter was granted TO the Norfolk and
Portsmouth Guarantee Title Company.
the principal office TO be i'm Norfolk. The
capital stock is 100000 The officers are
as follows: H. NJ Tyler, Richmond, presi-
dent; A. w Rapley, Washington. ID. G.,
vice-president; Arden Howell, Norfolk,
secretary: John G. Slater. Washington. D.
c., secretary and treasurer.
At the annual meeting Of the Norfolk
and Portsmouth Belt-Line railway held
here to-day. change was made i'm the
directory. but it IS stated that the old Of
ficers will be reelected. Mr.. a. J. Cas-
satt is the president of the line. which is
pou hain0 constructed
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
For Diseases OF thu Liver, stomachs
aud Kidney

the Water OF the Greenorier White sulphur
Springs Is the most valuable In America.
PURCELL. LADD & Co, Wholesale Agents
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07

For North and South Carolina and
Georgla-Fair weather; southerly winds.
THE WEATHER IN RICHMOND YES
TERDAY was clear and COOL The skiea
az midnight were cloudless.
statn OF thormomeLer:
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-04-07
The Weather.

- WASHINGTON, April 6.--Fore-
FAIR / cast for Thursday: For Virginia
\ Fair weather; northwesterly
winds.
Fergus County argus., 1898-12-21
Just wait for "Pinafore."

Just wait for "Pinafore."
See Lehman's window displays.
"Pinafore'' will he used as dance
music.
"Star" brand rubber goods at
Power Mercantile Co.
Secondhand furniture bought and
sold at Smith & Thompson's.
Bring your hides and pelts to
Stuart & Pauling, Lewistown.
Go and see the grand display of
toys and Christmas goods at the
Montana Hardware Co.
For the best quality of hams and
bacon call on Burke & Co. They
keep a supply constantly on hand.
All our Grand Forks Wooden Mills
flannel will be closed out at a reduc-
ton of 20 per cent. discount. Call in
before all is gone. Stuart & Pauling.
For a good article in mems and
youths boots and shoes and rubber
foot wear, call at E. A. Fosters. A
complete line to select from.
Will you want that sewing ma
chine soon? The White sold by Hol-
ensack & Stoddard is equal to any
machine made. Get prices and terms
on the White.
If you want Christmas presents
drop in and see what the Montana
Hardware Co. is giving away. They
have presents for the baby. boys and
girls; for the unmarried and for the
husband and wife.
C. F. Little carries the largest
stock of drugs, jewelry, clocks,
silverware, optical goods. stationery
fancy goods, cutlery, kodaks and
artists goods, smokers articles.
druggist sundries and musical
Instruments.
Decker & Cook have opened a
butchershop in the frame building on
Main street, opposite Landt's. to be
known as the Peoples meat market.
They will keep constantly on hand
all kinds of fresh meat, sausage, poul-
try, etc. They ask share of the
public patronage, and will aim to
please their customers.