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Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
HoPEwELL ITEMS.

This morning Edward Henry received 3
letter from friend at Hopewell, Rio
Arriba county, from which he has fur
nished THE OPrIc the following extracts
for publication
Some Colorado parties are here now
prospecting the lower fat or basin placer
claim. They have already paid $500 cash
down, to bind the bare ain, and they will
make another payment in q few days II
they conclude to keep the property. They
are sinking shaft to find the bed rock.
VIM. Peet has sold the Buck Horn, and
is expecting the purchasers here in a few
days. He and bis family are now moving
into camp, as they were absent during the
winter.
N. 7. Hail returned about month ago,
and has started a new tunnel In the Good
Hope load claim. He has taken out some
fine gold ore from that claim and Is now
driving the new tunnel as rapidly as pos
sible.
e. G. Sterling and J. P. Rinker are talk /.
ing very strongly of putting In mill of
some description to work the Mineral Point
ore, as they have large quantity of it
which was taken out during the winter
expect to start up work soon, taking
out ore TO run through our stamp mill, to
which ! have attached new process, and
will give test in the near future.
People are coming into camp every day
now, since tie road between Hope we'll and
Tres Piedras is opened, and the travelling
is good with the exception of about mile
and a half
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23

WASHINGTON, April 23.-The Pres
ident today issued the following procla-
nation:
"WnEREAs, by an act of Congress,
entitled an act to provide for increas,
ing the military establishment OF the
United States in time of war and for
other purposes approved April 22nd,
1898. the President was authorized IN
order to raise the volunteer army to
issue his proclamation calling for
volunteers to serve in the army OF the
United States.
Now. therefore, [, William Mckinley
President of the United States, by
virtue of the power vested in me byg
the constitution and by the law, and
deeming that sufficient occasion exists
to have thought fit to call for and
hereby do call for volunteers to aggre,
gate the number of l25,010 in order to
carry into effect the purpose of said
resolution, same to be apportioned as
far as practicable among the sever al
states and Territories and the District
of Columbia according to the popula-
tion, ard serve for two years unless
sooner discharged. Details for thls
object will be immediately comment
Gated to the proper authorities through
the war department.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
New Mexico Exhibit.
Omaha World Herald.

Omaha World Herald.
J.J. Leeson. general manager Of the
New Mexico exhibit at the exposition,
fis here to perfect arrangemen is fol
space and to contract for show case G.
stands, shelving and decorations. He
says he has had great success in col
lecting the display and three cars are
now ready to ship. 1t is the finest ex
hibit that has ever been brought to-
Egether in the Terr itory, and larger than
was anticipated, 8 that an effort will
be made to sec ure more space. The
space already taken is 5000 feet. The
mineral part contains about thirty tons
of rich and rare specimens of gold,
silver, copper, lead, zinc, stones in all
colors and formations and building
stones. The exhibit OF turquoise will
be very fine.
The agricultural display will be con-
fined to grains and grasses.
|, In horticulture will be shown apples,
pears, peaches, plums, apricots and
grapes, irrigation grown.
Wool of several grades will be here,
and a specially will be made of sugar
beets. -
Much attention is being given to the
educational exhibit and particularly
interesting part of this will be the pre-
historic and Aztec section.
"The people of the south and west,'
says Mr.. Lesson, realize the fact now
that this exposition will be the greatest
ever held on the American continent
not excepting probably the Worlds
fair, New Mexico will not only make a
fine showing, but its people will attend
the show in great numbers.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
How 1t Was In Havana.

HAVANA, April 22.-At 6p. m. the
semaphore signalled that the United
States feet was In sight and at 6:15 p.
m. the red flag was run up at the signal
station, warning guns were fired from
Moro castle and afterwards from the
Cabanas fortress adjoining it. This
caused great excitement throughout
the city, and was the first real note of
war. A British schooner which was in
the harbor put to sea immediately fol-
lowed by the German steamer Remus,
and the American steamer Saratoga.
The regular troops and volunteers
rushed to their quarters. Captain Gen.
eral Blanco made brief examination
of the Notifications and went to the
spot from which he could see the ap-
preaching fleet. The Spaniards have
great faith in the strength of their forts,
butteries. ETC., and the effectiveness OF
of their heavy artillery.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Paris Not Captured.

LONDON, April 23.-One report says
that the American liner, City of Paris
has been captured: another says she is
returning to Southampton. Both are
discredited.
LONDON, April 23.-The American
line steamer Paris has not returned to
Southampton. The only information
obtainable is that she passed the Lizard
yesterday evening.
FALMOUTH. England, April 23.-The
American Line steamer Paris. char
tered by the United States government,
which Spaniards are trying to capture,
passed the Lizard yesterday evening
and should now be well on her way
West.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Prices Of Cattle.

The following items from the Silver
City Independent, indicate firm and adj
vancing prices in the Grant county cat
tie market:
It is reported that the San Simon cat
tlemen have succeeded in obtaining $19
per head for all the yearlings they can
round up.
r. r. Kerr, who ranges at Cambray,
along the line of the Southern Pacific
and Tom Ward, of Deming, have con,
tracted 500 head of yearlings at $i8.
They ship from Deming between May
l and 10.
Frnank Thurmond, j. Jackson and
Robt Harrington, near Deming, have
sold 200 head Of steer yearlings at $40.
They deliver between May and 10. S.
S. Birchfeld has contracted for $50 head
at the same. figures, and will deliver
about the same time.
Sam Holstein, of the N A N ranch.
has contracted for spring delivery at
the following prices: Y earnings, $18; q
year.olds, $21; 3-year- olds, $24; COWS
and bulls, $50. He will sell all that he
can spare.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Topeka Not Lost.

LONDON, April 23.-No confirmation
at the United States embassy and 9TH
er quarters of the report that the
United States steamship Topeka had
foundered. The report is discredited
LONDON, April %. = The United
States ship Topeka is safe. The steam
er which collided with the Albatross
has been identified.
LONDON, April 23.-The U. S. cruiser
Topeka is safe. The ship which col
lided with the Albatross, Tuesday,
after leaving Falmouth, was the
Jesamink, which has arrived at Car.
diff, in damaged condition.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
The Other Side.
no the Edito- OF the optic.

To the Editor Of the Optic.
| MORA, N. NJ April Goth, 1851 see O
small article in your daily Of the 10Th inst
headed, whipped His Saeristan.'' think
| your informer was very anxious. to make
an OK out of louise. Mr.. Duran's back il
not half as sore as represented and the
small chastisement he got is nothing COM
pared to what he deserved. Very true he
is half-witted, but smart enough to lie and
tell things which have never occurred or
else some interruptions, i'll minded fellow
Is using him as an instrument to cay
certain famtliss and also that of our worthy
parish priest. As far as carrying the case
to the grand jury for legal investiga alton
think this will be very proper as then be
(the priest) will have chance to find the
chief instigators of those so-caled actions
Catholics that are appealing for
for his removal, generally attend the Pres
byterian church, this shows their dev voted-
ness as Catholics and number about four.
Ifany one knows those actions preferred
against cur parish priest to be true,
hereby challenge them to step to the front
and prove the same.
But it is our misfortune to have Ia our
midst few unscrupulous people in Mora
who care very little for their character, ii
they have any, and much less for that of
others aud think that every body under the
globe is like themselves. And they are 80
Ignorant as to think that they can better
recover their lost character by running
that of their fellowmen by false and base
representations, duplicating poor innocent
parsons. Respectfully Yours,
CHAs. U. STRONG
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
War Revenue.

WASHINGTON, April 23.-The Republi-
can members of the Ways and Means
Committee have agreed upon war
revenue bill. Chairman Dingley will
introduce it this afternoon. The $500 :
O00.000 loan is provided for in the form
of 3 per cent 10 20. bonds, together
with $l00O00,000 certificates of indebt-
edness to bear per cent. The interest
is also provided.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Spain's Mistake.

LONDON, April 23.-It is reported
here that the Spaniards have captured
the American ship Shenandoah, which
sailed from San Francisco, in January
for Liverpool.
NEW YORK, April 23.-G. V. Dear,
born, agent of the American ship
Shenandoah. said that he had heard
from trustworthy sources that ii was
not his ship bat the British Shenandoah
ship, from Newport News, April IL, for
Liverpool, that had been boarded and
examined by Spanish.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23

WASHINGTON. April 33-The House
met at 10 o'clock began consideration
of the army reorganization bill.
WASHINGTON. April 23.-The army
reorganization bill passed ~ House at
I43 p. m.
WAsn1NeToN, April 3d. Without
completing the consideration of the
army reorganization bill, the House
took recess to attend the funeral of
Senator Walthall.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
After the Oregon.

New York. April 23-A special to
the Times from Washington says:
Coinmadore SchIey will probably sail
Saturday with the Flying Squadron,
bound perhaps to the south. He will,
it is said, go in search of the battleship
Oregon and the gunboat Marietta. It
is feared that the torpedo gunboat
Temerario and another torpedo boat,
watching for American ships, are
somewhere in southern waters.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Silver Gets There.

MADRID, April 23.-rhe panic on
the stock exchange has been counter
acted by the supreme efforts of the
financiers. The rush to the banks to
exchange notes into silver has been
stopped by a determination of the
treasury officials to allow free coinage
of silver.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23

WASHINGTON. April 2S.-The naval
militia of the following states has been
ordered to report at once to the main
auxiliary ships. New York militia,
to Yankee; Maryland, to Dixie; Mich
igan, to Yosemite, and Massachusetts,
to Prairie.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
President Favors Declaration.

WASHINGTON, April 23.-President
Mckinley, while not absolutely decided /,
believes declaration of war should be
made. He is likely to SO recommend
to Congress, today or early next week.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Newfoundland Neutral,

ST JOHNS, N. F, April 23.-Gover-
nor Murray issued neutrality procla-
nation, today.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
AuxiIliary NAVY.

WASHINGTON, April 23.-The Secre-
tary of the Navy has sent to the House
Committee on Naval Affairs an urgent
request for immediate action OH the
joint resolution, creating an United
states Auxiliary Navy, for sea-coast
defense.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Owners Are Protesting.

LIVERPOOL, April 23.-The owners
of the Buena Ventura, the Spanish
ship captured by the United States
cruiser Nashville, yesterday, have issued
signed protest against her capture.
They say the cargo belongs to British
merchants, and was insured in Great
Britain. They further allege that the
capture was illegal, as the ultimatum
of the President had not expired when
She was captured.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23

NEW York. April 23.-The steam
er Trojan Price, which arrived today
from Naples reports that on April 1lth
in latitude 36, longitude 10, she passed
an unknown cruiser and three torpedo
boats steaming west at full speed. They
are supposed to be Spanish.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
We win Remembef. !

BERLIN, April 23 The German
press Of every stripe is condemning the
United States. All the newspapers
impute selfish and base motives to
America, and praise the attitude of
Spain
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23

CHICAGO, April 22.-- Cattle = Re-
ceipts, 800; market dull; Beeves
S3.90@5 20; cows and heifers, 1926
@$4.60; Texas steers SO 75@4. 30,
stockers and feeders, SO 3.70@4.75.
Sheep. = Market steady; natives
$3.25@4 60; westerns, SO. 75@4 60,
lambs, $4.00@5 so. '
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
GERMANY ACTS UGLY, But LOOK OUT
The President Calls for Large Number of Volunteer
Soldiers.
AMERICA NOW THOROUGHLY UNITED FOR WAR

NEW YORK, April 23.--A dispatch
to the Herald, from Key West, timed
Saturday, 2 a. M, says: Blockade OF
Havana was established at o'clock
yesterday. The flagship New York
captured Spanish merchant steam
ship under the guns OF MORO castle
after thrilling chase.
ST. LOUIS, Mo-, April % "A special
to the Post Dispatch, from Key West,
says: The cruiser New York arrived
this morning with the steamer she cap
tured, said to be Pedro, not Alphonso
XIII. The New York sent shot
across the Spaniard's bows. This did
not stop her. Then Captain Sampson
ordered all steam on, and stern chase
of four miles followed. When the
Flagship got in better range she sent
three more shots after the Spaniard,
who then surrendered.
New YORK, April Pa dispatch to
New York Journal from Key west,
dated the 22nd OH the dispatch boat
says: "One of the first shots Tired IN
anger from the gun of the American
ironclad across the bows Of the
enemy's ship since the close OF the
civil war was hurled from the deck OF
the New York as a signal to the Span
ish freighter Pedro, of Bilboa, to heave
to, shortly before 6 o'clock, this even
ing. Vainly the Spaniard raced
Charging along at trial test speed, the
New York soon lay across the bows OF
the Spanish ship and crashing chal-
lenge blazed from the deck OF the
cruiser. The Soaniard then hove to.
Ensign Marble led the prize crew,
consisting of file Of marines and sea-
men, who took the steamer to Key
West.
KEY WEST, April 23.-The steamer
Pedro, from Antwerp for Pensacola,
Fla, reached here this morning, having
been captured by a warship.. me
Pedro is a Spanish freighter, which lett
Antwerp OH March 25th.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Cuban Spanish Confident.

HAVANA, April 23.-Havana is agi-
tated by war enthusiasm. The United
States fleet can be seen in the of1ing.
Great confidence IS felt among the
Spaniards in the effectiveness of their
batteries.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
rhe House resumes WORE. /.

WASHINGTON, April 23.-After
Walthalps funeral, the House re-
sumed the consideration OF the army
hill.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23

Cuckoo. April 2s. = Wheat - May,
81 IA; July, 89T. s's''
Corn.-April, SS4; July, 3314.
Oats.-April, 27I; July, 2416@241
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23

COLUMBUS, o., April 2S.-The State
Senate by vote of 10 to II adopted the
majority report of the committee which
Investigated Hanna's election, declaring
that he was elected by conspiracy and
bribery.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
To Destroy Cables.

KEY WEST, April 23. The Mangrcve
has left here headed southeast, equipped
as cable ship. 1t is said she has gone
to destroy the submarine cables south
of Cuba.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Volunteers Concentrated.

WASHINGTON, April 23.-Secretary
Alger has decided to concentrate vol
unteers at Washington, Richmond,
Atlanta and possibly one other point.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Too Much for Him

WASHINGTON, April 23.-Secretary
Sherman, it is almost certain, will leave
the Cabinet. Assistant Secretary Day
is his probable successor,
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Catch'em. You Bet.

LONDON, April 23.-A dispatch from
Singapore says there is reason to believe
that the Spanish mail boat Isla de MIN
danao will be captured by the United
States cruiser before she arrives at
Manila.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Ranort piscredited.

LONDON, April 23.-It is believed at
Belfast that the reports of the capture
Of the Paris are simply repetiti0ns of
yesterday evenings reports, which have
since been found untrue.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
VDRYTIDG IS GOING IN FAVOR OF THIS COUNTRY IN THU WARE


WASHINGTON, April 23.-Iepresenta-
tive Hull, In the House, said it was
General Miles purpose to effect land
ing in Cuba as soon as practicable. 1t
would take six weeks or two months to
equip the volunteer army.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Spanish Perfdy

KEY WEST, Fla, April 23.-The
captured Spanish steamer Buena Ven
tura, is still aground and leaking badly.
There is strong suspicion that the ship
has been scuttled by the Spanish crew.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Volunteers Called.

WASHINGTON, April 23.-The Pres
ident has issued his proclamation call
ing for 125, 900 volunteers to serve two
years, if not sooner discharged.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
NO Business Today.

WASHINGTON, April 23.-12:35 p. N
The Senate adjourned until Monday
No business done today. 90
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Small Fayors

MADRID, April 23 = The Spanish
Senate organized today. Captain Gen.
eral Blanco was congratulated on the
enthusiasm shown by his army.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Afraid to start.

LIVERPOOL, April 29.-A steamer to-
day refused to take a cargo of guncot-
ton, ETC., believed to be intended for the
United States government.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23

LONDON. April %. = A report has
reached the United States embassy
here to the effect that in spite Of denials
the Spanish feet left the Verde IkIands
several days ago.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
Crew Hard to Get.

FALMOUTH, England, April 23.-The
United States torpedo boat Somers is
ready for sea. but difficulty is exper-
fenced in getting a crew.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
He Wants a Declaration.

WASHINGTON, April %. The Presi-
dent will send a message to Congress
on Monday, asking that formal delara
tion of war shall he made.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23

Hanna to .Get ont.

NEW YORK, April 22.-Sllver, 5576
Lead, $3.50; Copper, 11H.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23
otero Guards, Atentioni
LAS VEGAS N. NJ, April 23rd 1885,

LAS VEGA5. N. H., ApTII zoru Io5o'
Headquarters Otero Guards
Co. 1. 1st Infty. N. nj. N. q.
Company Order No. IL.
All members of the company are hereby
ordered to report at the armory tomorrow,
Sunday April Gath inst. at 80 p. m. in
fatigue uniform with helmets for parade
and drill, every number is expected to be
present.
Sergeants will notify their respective
squads.
By order of
w. q. KELLY,
Capt. Comm. Co. l. 1st Infty. N. G. of NM.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23

New York. April 90. Money on cal
nominally at 2 per cent. Prime
mercantile paper, 61S@7 per cent.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23

Capt. Comm. Co. l. 1st nifty. N. G.. OF NM.
B. w. LONG, 1st. Sergeant.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-23

In all Its Numerous and d.
verse branches done a. Il
should be st THE OPTIC Job
Rooms.
El Paso daily herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1881-1901, 1898-06-29
GERMANY AT MANILA.
Her Legitimate Interests There Do
Not Require The Presence of
Seven Formidable WarShipS.

WASHINGTON, June 29.-The state
officials announced today
that if the interests of German sub
jects at Manila need protection, Ad-
miral Dewey will undoubtedly
grant permission for a detachment of
German marines to go ashore, solely,
however, for the purpose of caring for
the lives and property of the kaiser's
subjects.
Underneath official concern, there is
nevertheless a feeling of uneasiness
over the presence of 80 many German
wsrships in Manila bay. Germany's
interests in the Philippines are not 60
great as to demand the protection of
seven armored and protected craft.
Some officials say they are only await
ing confidential advices from Dewey
as to the exact situation.
El Paso daily herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1881-1901, 1898-06-29
Baseball Anson Honored.

CHICAGO, ILL.,, June 29.-Ex-Captain
Adrian &C. Anson, the "Grand Old
Man" of the baseball world, was given
a rousing welcome by Chicago rooters
and lovers of the game today upon the
occasion of his first visit to the city
with the New York team of which he
is now manager. Headed by q band,
q parade Of his friends and admirers
was formed and escorted him to the
baseball grounds where, after the first
inning of the New York-Chicsgo game
the 'Old Man" will be presented with
q diamond scarf pin as testimonial of
the esteem in which he is still held by
Chicagoans.
El Paso daily herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1881-1901, 1898-06-29
SPANIARDS ADVANCE.
Santiago to Be Reinforced.

WASHINGTON, June 29.-It is stated
at the war department that 5000 Span
ish troops under Gen. Pando, with
pack trains and cattle, are advancing
toward Santiago from Manzanillo, but
they are still so miles from the be-
sieged city. The report came from
Shafter.
WASHINGTON, June 29.-The in
formation that 5000 Spaniards under
Pando are marching to the relief of
Santiago was given dto Shafter by
Cuban scouts. Gen. Miles also re-
ceived q dispatch to that effect. 1t is
understood that Garcia has 5000 men
guarding the roads between Manzanillo
and Santiago.
oBAIoUIRI, Via Playa del Este, June
29.-Uncle Sans soldiers hope to cele-
brate the Fourth of July in Santiago.
Many officers believe the day q good
one to burn powder, for more than the
usual reasons.
Spies report that the Spanish hope
to hold on until reinforcements arrive
from Manzanillo and Holguin. Pando
is said to be leading the reinforcement.
They cannot be more than sixty miles
away at this time. The Cubans are
reputed to be several thousand strong
and are now disputing the Spanish ad-
vance