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which the United States has engaged
began in April, and that today was the
anniversary Of THE fall Of Fort Sum-
ter. which aroused the patriotic fervor
os the North and made the four years
of civil strife a certainty.
The resolutions adopted direct the
president to interfere at once in Cuba,
to restore peace and secure to the peo-
pie of this island, "a stable and inde
pendent government of their own," and
authorize him to use the army and
navy to execute the purpose Of the
resolutions.
Although only nineteen members, fif-
teen Democrats, three Republicans and
one Populist dissented upon the final
vote, the proceedings were marred by
q bitter and acrimonious display Of par
tisan feeling. During the height Of
the excitement the lie was passed be-
tween Mr.. Brumm CRep., Pa-) and Mr..
Bartlett Oem., Ga.), and a disgrace
full scene followed that almost descend
ed to the level Of a free fight. Mr..
Bartlett hurled a book at his adver-
sary, and in a minute half a hundred
members were fighting like f1ends. Or
der was finally restored and later the
two members found that the alteration
had arisen out of a misunderstanding,
whereupon there were mutual apologies.
More Disorder.
Later in the proceedings the speaker
was obliged to again call upon the
sergeant nt-at-arms with his silver mace,
Pso seat Mr.. Johnson Qnd.), who was
Indignantly demonstrating against what
he termed the Unnecessary war into
rxrI,fr oh, ntrxy hoiy nj,
Only forty minutes were given for
debate, and a special rule was required
to get the resolutions before the house.
The minority resolutions, which de-
,clared for the recognition of the exist
ing government Of the insurgents, were
voted down-147-190-bu they secured
the votes of three Republicans.
Some stirring and patriotic senti-
ments were voiced during the debate
which lifted the galleries and the mem
bers to high pitch Of enthusiasm.
MT. Adams Pa.), acting chairman Of
the foreign affairs committee and Mr..
Dinsmore Oem., Ark.), the senior mi
nortty member Of the committee, were
the only members who had an oppor-
tunity to speak directly to the resoIu-
tions, but Gen. Henderson Qo.), Mr..
Bailey CTex.) and Mr.. McMillin Tenn.)
each made speeches on the special or
der. q,
The capitol was again like a belea-
guered citadel. Thousands upon thou
sands swarmed into the corridors and
galleries to witness the scenes and to
hear the stirring oratory. The CALLER
les Of the house We're a solid mass Of
humanity, and on the floor members
were in excited groups discussing the
situation.
Mr.. Adams came into the hall with q.
copy OF the senate resolutions and was
Immediately surrounded and forced to
; read them aloud to half hundred
members who gathered in the main
aisle.
Trivial matters occupied the atten-
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MADRID COMMENT.
The Press of the Spanish Capital
Criticises Mckinley.

The Press of the Spanish Capital
Criticises Mckinley.
MADRID, April 13.-El Correo, the
organ Of Senior Sagasta, says: "The
Madrid press is unanimous in It's un-
favorable judgment upon President
McKinley's message, and public opinion
has received the document with mark
ed hostility. Special Indignation is
tervention and by the hypocritical la
mentation over Cuban misfortunes,
which have been greatly augmented
by the support given the rebels on the
part of the American people, and prob
ably the American consuls.
Although the decorously official
statement issued after the cabinet
council last night strikes a note Of dis
gust the government cannot, without
protest, hear laid down the doctrine Of
interference. attacking Spain's sover-
eighty and offending Spain's dignity
The government must be watchful and
public opinion remain serene, despis-
ing the petty and underhand media
tions Of politicians desirous to fish in
troubled waters"
Ell Epoca Conservative says that a
reading Of the message reveals the
fact that while originally written in
Warlike tone, it was subsequently
softened down.
The paper insists that the Spanish
government has done much to assist
President Mckinley in a difficult posi-
ton without getting much in return"
1.-The most important paragraph, I"
says Ell Epoca, 'is the last, which the
government properly answers in last
nights official statement and in the
publication Of Senior Bernabe's memo
randum showing the sacrifices Spain
has made for peace. The congressional
debates prove President McKinley's
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Office. They were scannell and w. H.
Mcdonald, attorney. They asked
Wagner for some money, they wanted
$100; he supposes the money was to
be used to get Erwin out Of the way.
He refused to give them 500 or any
other sum. Sheriff Wagner said, when
asked about Bells statement:
'.He Is a liar-but that is superflu-
Gus.
Pat Scannell and w. H. Mcdonald
came to my office Tuesday afternoon.
Scannell said he wanted some money
for Erwin. That he thought about $100
would do.
II said: will he quit for that?' not
believing that they were ready to do
business for so little money! ap-
pretended from what they said that
they would throw him down. refused
to give them $100 or anything else, and
If Bell, Scannell, or any one else says
that I tried to buy Erwin, or any Of
that crowd off, they lie. If I want to
burn money I can find other ways Of
doing it than setting fire to dead dogs
with it."
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polio conferred together for an hour and then
were Joined by the Spanish ambassador, who
was the bearer of war-like news.
learn that one Of the projects of the pope,
If the chief obstacle to peace has been a
refusal by the insurgents to accept an armis-
ttce, was to instruct the bishop Of Havana
alton to the people all over the island.
The pope has dispatched to Emperor Fran
els Joseph, in answer to a telegram from
his majesty, a message in italian. thanking
him for his kindness and for the way in
which he had responded to the popes re-
quest The pontiff begged him to make a
last trial by using his good offices with the
heads Of other states to spare the world the
horrors Of war.
AS is patent to all, Leo XIII. has done
everything humanity possibly, but war is now
considered almost upon us, even by the most
optimistic.
ROME April 13.-The Opinione says that
the chances of peace are slender as the
finest silken thread"
The Itali, the organ Of the foreign Office,
declares that the European powers will now
wash their hands of the matter, except to
affirm their neutrality, and the pope will
probably do likewise.
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Car1ist who, in the face Of a war with
the United States, would rise in arms
against Spain Is a traitor. If war oc-
ours, all those who fight against he
foreigner who insults us will deserve
we'll Of Carlos. If the Spanish govern
ment does not venture on to war; but
permits the loss of Cuba, then Carlists
who do not respond to the voice Of the
king will also be traitors
Perfect tranquility continues to reign
in Madrid. The news from Barcelona
and Saragossa Is that groups Of people
are demonstrating in the streets The
police and civil guard, together with
the civil authorities in these towns are
trying to disperse the demonstrators.
Though the censorship Is very severe
regarding news from the provinces,
especially If 1t deals with public dem
onstrations, 1t is not thought that those
taking place at Barcelona and Sara
gossa are as yet very serious.
In political circles a more optimistic
impression prevails, in consequence of
a telegram from Cardinal Rampolla,
showing that he yet trusts for a peace
full solution. The Associated Press cor
respondent visited Senior Sagasta, but
he refused to say anything for puJbli-
cation. He thinks 1t his duty in the
matter to preserve the greatest reti-
cence.
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sAGAsTA HOPELESS;
Believes Mckinley VIII He Author.
lied to Intervene. ;

Believes Mckinley VIII He Author
lied to Intervene.
LONDON, April 13-The Spanish
premier, Senor Sagasta, in an interview
this morning, said. according to spe-
cial dispatch from Madrid, that he
thought the United States could not do
more than they have already done in
the way Of Intervention.
The Spanish premier Is then quoted
as saying that he consideres president
McKinley's message to be sdeplor-
able" and he is said to have expressed
the belief that it was "forced from
him by the clamor of congress, which
took advantage of his weakness al
though President Mckinley personally
wished to modify it."
Senor. Sagasta is reported to have
saidi 'The length of the arrnistice de-
pends upon how the rebels behave and
upon the attitude Of the United States.
Senior Polo y Bernabe had been in
structed to present Secretary Sherman
with another memorandum"
In conclusion, the Spanish premier
IS quoted as having announced that he
believed congress would grant Presi-
dent Mckinley the powers he asked
for.
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Washington Bureau st. Paul Globe, ]
CoYcoran Buifdino.

Special to The st. Paul Globe
WASHINGTON, April 13.-The sensa-
tional and disgraceful scene which took
place on the floor Of the house this
afternoon was a fitting climax to the
bitter feeling that has long been exist
ing In that body.
Not for years has there been such a
display Of fighting statesmanship, and
1t was indeed remarkable spectacle to
see dignif1ed and able men getting off
their coats ready to do combat in the
house Of representatives.
The narrow spirit Of partisanship was
painfully shown on both sides, and the
personal encounter between Brumm
and Bartlett belittled the great and
serious subject under consideration.
But it only followed the Republican
programme to hold the recalcitrant
members in line.
The resolution passed by the house,
even If accepted by the senate, is vague
and unmeaning. 1t authorizes the
president to intervene. but does not
say when or how. 1t authorizes him
to call out the army and navy but spe-
cifies no time.
The senate will, in all probability, put
the house resolutions to sleep and either
pass the firm and determined resolu-
tions Of Senator Davis or else accept
the house Democratic resolutions which
direct the president to take action
forthwith
But there is doubtless a long debate
ahead in the senate. Mckinley has
the country in such an interminably
diplomatic mess that the assertion is
boldly made tonight that the foreign
powers may consistently take the side
of Spain. AT least ten senators, who
take this view Of the case, have given
notice Of an intention to speak, and un-
less there is some overt act by Spain in
the meantime, the Spanish minister
here will be pretty closely occupied for
the next week or two in sending mes
sages to Madrid detailing the hopeless
division in the American congress on
how to deal with the Cuban question.
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Resolutions Reported.

RESOLUTIONS hcpOrteus
The suspense of the members was al
most uncomfortable, but shortly before
3 o'clock Mr. Adams Pa.) entered the
hall with the report. Instantly a hush
fell upon the vast assemblage.
The presentation Of the resolutions
was the occasion for wild burst OF
applause from the galleries and the
floor. 1t was evident that the war spirit
was rampant.
Mr. Adams asked unanimous consent
for the consideration of the resolu-
tionS, and Mr.. Bailey reserved the rlgnt
to object, saying that whether he OBJ
jected or not would depend upon a fair
understanding as to the length or the
debate could be reached.
The Speakers there objection!
IT ask for the regular order" shout
ed Mr.. Quigg (Rep., N. Y.l.
(which is an objection" observed
Mr. Bailey.
rs there objection?" asked the
speaker, still holding his gavel aloft.
Mr.. Bailey sought to interpose with
a request that the minority resolutions
he read. but the speaker insisted that,
if objection was to be made, 1t must
be made then.
force the minority" cried Mr.. Bailey,
amid much confusion and cries or reg
ular ORDER
Then Mr.. Bailey turned and facing
the other side entered his objection in
emphatic tones.
The whole Democratic side rose en-
masse.
'They are simply playing for polit-
ical advantage, and the people of the
country ought to know it" shouted Mr.
Richardson Oem, Tenn9.
There is a perfect understanding
with the Democratic members of the
foreign affairs committee on this
point" replied Mr.. Henderson Rep,
Io.).
THAT is not true, If we are to un-
derstand that any such arrangement
as this was agreed to-" retorted Mr..
Richardson.
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right of the chair, was supporting the
protests Of the Democrats against the
taunting words which were coming
from the other side.
Suddenly, in his rear In the next
tier of seats, came in stentorian tones
from Mr.. Brumm Rep., Pa.) a taunt
addressed generally to the Democratic
side:
You got just what you didn't want, u
he shouted.
THAT Is not true" cried out Mr..
Bartlett, who, it was explained subse-
quently, was addressing his remarks
to Republican on the other side.
Il say it is," retorted Mr.. Brumm
hotly.
1T is not" fared back Mr.. Bartlett
turning and facing Mr.. Brumm
you are a liar" responded Mr..
Brumm.
The lie had passed. Instantly Mr.
Bartlett reached for q large bound
| copy Of the Congressional Record in
the desk before him, and raising ii
| aloft hurled 1t at his adversary. II
fell short. and then the two antagon-
| lists rushed for each other.
The house Immediately was in an up-
roar. Some Of the ladies in the gallery
screamed hysterically.
Members crowded towards the com.
batants from all quarters. They rar
across the floor in front of the sneak.
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WASHINGTON, April 13-The house
Of representatives today, after one Of
the most exciting and memorable days
IN Its history, by a vote of S22 to 10,
adopted a resolution which nine-tenths
of its members believe makes war with
Spain inevitable.
It Is a fact which was grimly COM
mented on today by members, as they
spoke Of the future, that every war in
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IT WAS A PANHANDLE PARTY
FOUNDATION OF THE STORY
ABOUT BUYING ERWIN
Two Men Called ON Sheriff Waeener
and Wanted Him to Give Them
800 for the Tall Pine-The Sher.
iR Expressed Surprise That the
Talkative william Would Quit
for That Amount,

Richard w. Bell, VINO Is up from Chi
cago on visit and acting as vocalist
for Patrick Dennis Scannell, yesterday
stated through the columns Of an after
noon paper that Sheriff John Wagner
had asked two men connected with the
Soannel organization, how much it
would take to buy Erwin off. The
names Of the two men in question were
not given.
Two men did call on Sheriff Wagner
Tuesday afternoon at the sheriff,s
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HAVANA QUIET.

The Talk in Cuba Not of War, but
the Armistice.
HAVANA, April 13.-Everything here today
"a quiet. No one gives much thought to
war, but on all sides the armistice is re-
garded as an annexationist prelude.
Ell Diario del Ejercito (the military daily
organ) says editorially today: mot the
rebels, but the United States, are the real
enemy Of Spain. The rebels are merely the
contemptible instrument Of astute dispices
OF Monroe and Blaine serving the prodig1ous
schemes Of Mckinley, Lee, and senatorial
speculators will make fortunes. Yankee
selfshness is exemplified in the preparing at
the South of negro battalions to fight in
Cuba so that no Yankee can lose his fur"
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HIS HOLINESS GR1EyED
POPE LEO NO LONGER HOPES TO
AVERT A CONFLICT
everything Humanity Possible Done
to Preserve the Peace, but at the
Vatican 1t Is Considered That
War Is Impending-Leo Speaks
With Deep Emotion of the Ap-
preaching HOstiIities.

LONDON. April 13.-The Rome correspon-
exceedingly upset by the latest DEVELOPMENTS
OF the Hispano-A American question, which
seems turning In a way he had hoped and
tried to avert.
This morning, having said mass in the
Sistine chapel, he turned to those around him
and exclaimed: II have prayed God with the
est fervor to avert this sad war; and not to
allow my pontifcate to end in the smoke OF
battle. Otherwise have implored the AL
mighty to take me to Himself that I may
not behold such a sight,
Those present say that the aged pontiff
spoke with such real emotion that his words
deeply touched all.
After mass. the pope and Cardinal Ram
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Senate Conservatives Like 1t Better
Than the One Pending.
WASHINGTON. April 13.-The conservative
Republican members Of the senate held a
meeting today in the room Of the senate COM
mittee on judiciary, after the close of the
Cuban debate. for a general discussion of the
situation.
They did not attempt to reach definite con-
clusion as to the course to be pursued by
them in the present emergency, but the ex-
change Of views far indulged in indicated
a decided preference for the house resolutions
over those presented by the senate committee
on foreign relations.
Those present at the meeting were Messrs.
Allen. Hoar, Platt Comm, Hale, Elkins,
Hanna, Mcmillan, Spooner, Aldrich, Fair
banks and Burrows.
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The House in Effect Declares War.

The Of the
Inhabitants
children, infing
Of
entaiing
hseas.i in % neutrality,
;
the in to
nd with of
eande
pie a Of
in of Is hereb
thorize and use M
of Unite
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Pith of the Latest War Views.


pending resolution may be
Flying sails a practice
o
to
Spain is in and notdi to
that is the resul to be expected.
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WASHINGTON, April 13.-Commodore Win
field Scott Schley. who is an able sailor with
a fine record. and admirably fitted for the
work he will have to do in his new post
During the civil war he was an officer on
board the steam gunboat Winona, Of the
in an engagement with field battery near
Port Hudson, Louisiana, on Dec. IA. 1862. He
was also engaged in all the fights that led to
the capture Of Port Hudson during the lively
times between March 18 and July 8, 1863. He
fought few small skirmishes In cutting out
schooners. and in word, saw great deal
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House Majority Report.

WASHINGTON, April 13.-The majority re-
port from the house foreign affairs commit
tee, accompanying the resolutions, was very
brief. After citing the various resolutions
that were before it, it says the present one
Is reported as a substitute for them, recon-
mending its adoption and calling attention
to the presidents last message and the Maine
inquiry in its support.
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DAYS SENSATIONAL CLIMAX.

One of the Most Exciting Incidents
In the History of the House.
At this juncture occurred the sensa-
tional climax of the day, and one Of
the most exciting incidents in the his
tor Of the house. Members all about
were in a state Of frenZied excitement.
Partisan passion was running high. 1t
required only the application of
match to explode the magazine, and
when the explosion came pandemonium
reigned.
Mr.. Bartlett Dem, Ga.), off to the
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OUTBREAK Is SERIOUS
SPAIN CALLED UPON TO FACE
NEW COMPLICATIONS

TELEGRAPH Station in the Philtppin e .
Seized and the Operators Com
PEELED to Flee-PubIic Order Is
Not Preserved in Porto Rico and
Signs Of Unrest Are Very Appnr-
ent in the Island.
MADRID, April 13.-It Is reported
that an official telegram has been ;e-
ceived from the Philippines saying that
a serious outbreak has taken place in
Fuluan, and that the insurgents have
seized the telegraph station, the op-
orators barely escaping with their
lives. Troops have been sent to quell
the outbreak.
ISLAND OF ST. THOMAS, West In
dies, April 13.-According to advices
from Porto Rico, the unrest Of the
island continues, public order is not
preserved, business is at a complete
standstill, and an internal revolution
is feared.
Arrivals here today from San Juan
report that on the 9th Of last month
street fights and serious rioting follow
ed the election. The polls were raided,
and the military finally quieted the dis
turbance.
NEW YORK, April 13.-The steamer
Arkada arrived today from Porto Rico
ports, the last of which being San Juan
on April 6.
While the Arkada was at San Juan
the Spanish cruisers V1zcaya and AL
mirante Oquenda arrived entering the
harbor on Tuesday, April s. Imme-
diately after their arrival they began
coaling, and it was said they would
sail on the 7th to join the Spanish fleet
Of torpedo boats on its way westward.
In addition to the warships in San
Juan harbor there were three small
Spanish gunboats, which are regularly
stationed at Porto Rico. While
great many Of the business men in
Porto Rico are Germans, public senti-
ment Is strongly pro-Spanish.
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The Most DiSgraceful Incl
dent Witnessed in
Many Years.
THE LIE DIRECT WAS PASSED
MEMBERS OF THE BODY TRANS
FORMED FOR A TIME INTO
AN UNRULY MOB.

The Resolution Reported by the
Foreign Relations Committee
Considered Under Special Rule
and Adopted After the Minority
Report Was Defeated by a Vote
That Was Practically Unanimous
Excitement Marked the Whole
Session.
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OPTIMISTIC IMPRESSION.
Vatican Holds Out n Hope Of Peace
to the Spanish.

: MADRID, April 13.-Upon the reas-
sembling of the oortes, Col. Genaro
Alas (retired), lately elected deputy
for Sancd Spiritus, Cuba, will intro
duce a bill to the effect that Spain
should evacuate Cuba, reserving her
an arrangement as to the debts.
Col. Alas says that Spain can accept
no better solution in aid Of peace In
the existing circumstances, and he
thinks the powers could propose no
other solution at the stage now reach
ed,
Don Carlos has issued a manifesto
In the course Of which he says; '1The
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Long Debate on the Cuban
Resolutions Is
Threatened.
SUCH A DIPLOMATIC MESS
Many Senators Think Needs
a Thorough Raking
Over.
HOUSE RESOLUTIONS VAGUE.
THEY WILL BE DISPLACED BY
THOSE INTRODUCED BY SEN
ATOR DAVIS.
HOUSE RESOLUTIONS VAGUE.

Oisgraceful Scene in the House a
Fitting Climax to the Narrow
Partisanshfp Which Has Been
Growing In That Body for a Num-
Spectacle Such as Could Only Be
Brought About by the Repub.
ucan Determination to Force Re.
calcitrants Into Line.
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OF ection. In 1866 he got his commission as
lieutenant commander, and served in numer-
Gus. Gus posts @ and d. under steady promotion since
mander OF the Baltimore when the fight with
Chile was In prospect, and he cut no small
dg{are d{me,,. IN the peaceful termination Of that
the Atlantic silent man, determined to do
all his duty. He is known to be Courageous.
Pat Ratriotic a,s and Just and at the same time has
is highly valued by the men who are at the
mead OF the government and have the Spanish
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UNDER URGENT ORDERS.

Observation-Disclosures for the Luz
canfa.
cruiser Baltimore. from Honolulu, will de-
part for Hong Kong tomorrow under urgent
orders.
LONDON, April 13.-The Daily Mail says
the United States government Is negotiating
for the purchase of the Cunarder Lucania and
the North German Lloyd steamer Kaiser
Friedrich, which Is yet unfinished.
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while the members on the floor and the
spectators in the galleries tmpatiently
awaited the presentation Of the resolu-
tion from the committee on foreign af-
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