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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-03
CAPTURE OF TIE A RGONA JTA
TEN SPANISH OFFICERS AND TEN PRl-
YATES ARE MADE PRISONERS.

Kew West. Fla May 2-One Of the most I'M
portant captures made since the outbreak ~
hostllities was that OF the Spanish steamer
Argonauta by the gunhoat Nashville last Fri
dav news Of which reached here tonight
when the big warship arrived. The ATgo-
nauta had on board Colonel Corijo, OF the %
Spanish Cavalry: his first lieutenant surgeon
major seven other lleutenants and ten priva es
and non-commissored officers. All were he'd
as prisoners of war.
The steamer also carried large cargo OF arms
and Mauser ammunition. She was bound from
Paiabano Spain. for Cienfuegos. stopping al
Port Louis, Trinidad and Manzanilo' her
can,ure was exciting. and occurred in this way:
The Nashville the Marblehead and the Eagle
left the station on the north coast line Monday
TO blockade Cienfuegos. arriving at the latter
place on Thursday. They spent the day recon
no,terlng. and the next morning friday. IN
order TO get better Information. steamed close
70 the mouth Of the harbor of Cienfuegos. The
Eagle was t. the eastward and In the van. The
Narhlehead was slightly IN the rear. and me
Nashville TO the westward. All were cleared
for action.
Al about 10 o'clock In the morning smoke was
seen rising On the western horizon ana thr
Nashville because Of her position. put on al
speed ard steamed in that direction Twenty
five minutes later she put two shots across me
bow Of the coming steamer, which promptly
hove to- Ensign Kuenzn was sent with prize
crew Of nine and took possession OF he span
lard Learning that Spanish soldiers were on
board word vas given 10 send them 70 the
Nashville Immediately as prisoners Of war an.
this done.
ARRANGEMENTS were then made TO transfer the
passengers AMI non-combat ants 10 the shore
The women and children were placed In the
first boat and under cover OF a flag or truce
were soon bound toward tho entrance 70 Glen
fuegos 4 second crew took the other passen-
GERS and landed them about y. 10 o'clock.
The Eagle hoisted a signal conveying the
inteligence that she had been fired upon py
Spanish boats coming out Of the river. Ihe
Eagle Immediately returned the fire with her
six FOUNDERS and held her ground untH me
Marhchead came up. Both vessels then 'rcd
Lroadside after broadside up the entrance 10
the river The boats coming down were TWO
forpcdo-boats and one torpedo boat destroyer.
After twenty minutes firing by the Eagle the
last two Of which were participated IN by the
Marblehead the Spanish boats ceased hring.
and II is considered certain they we're damaged.
The Nashville brought in the prisoners or war
to-night and the Marblehcad Is conveying the
urize which with her convoy is expected 10 ar
rive late tonight or early in the morning.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-03
NEW STORY OF THE FIGHT.
COMMODORE DEWEY HAD SIX OF HIS
SHIPS ENGAGED.

THE OLYMPIA THE BOSTON THE RALEIGH. THE
CONCORD. THE rETREL AND THE McrLLocH
~ Ac-rIoN-BAT-rLE LASTED FOUR
HOURS THE SPANISH LOSSES.
London. May 3-The Madrid correspondent
Of The Tines describing the engagement at
Manila. says:
The Olympia the Boston. the Raleigh the
Concord. the Petrol and the McCuloch entered
the bay under cover OF darkness by the smaller
and safer Bocachica Channel
The forts on Corregdor Island gave the
alarm by Airing Oh the intruders. bu. they seem
to have inflicted no serious damage.
THE American squadron moved up the bay
ana at 3 O'Clock in the morning appeared be
fore Cavite. Here. lying under the shelter Of
the forts. was the Spanish squadron.
"AdmiroI Montojo few days before went to
Subig Bay 10 look for the enemy. but. learning
that they were vastly superior IN force had
prudently returned and placed his ships under
the protection Of the forts. This his only
chance OF meeting the enemy on something like
equal terms. and It did not suffice.
Soon the Americans opened fire The Span
iards replied vigorously and the combat con-
tinued without interruption for four hours. dur
ing which the Don Antonio de Ulloa was sunk
the Castillo and Mndanao were set on fire and
the Reina Maria Cristina and the Don Juan
de Austria were seriously damaged
zone or two OF the smaller craft were scuttled
by their crews to escape capture. Others took
refuge In n small neighboring creek. emptying
into Baker Bay. where presumably the Ameri-
can ships were unable to follow them. But not
one surrendered"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-03
ENGLISH GOODWILL FOR AMERICA.
RESULT OF CANVASS OF THE UNITED
KINGDOM AND IRELAND.
"a rnE AssocIATED rREss.I


London. May 2-The United States Embassy
was the centre Of interest for all London to-day
Colonel John Hay the American Ambassador.
said concerning Commodore Dewey, personal
friend OF his: 1T is hard to imagine 50 quiet
and amiab.e d gentlemen controlling a fierce
naval battle It Is these quiet. gentlemahy
Americans who may be depended upon to sur
prise the world when the opportunity or making
History comes in r;.e line Of duty"
The hotel bulletins are surrounded by enthusi-
asiic Americans, many Of them displaying
miniature flags ut their outtonhOies
The question as 20 whether British sympathy
Is really with America Is still agtating those
who are chiefly interested in establishing a Sood
understanding between the two nations. AIred
Harmsworth. who personally and through Ms
papers has been doing the most efficient WORK
In this direction. is convinced that "A large ma
1oriiy Of the people OF the United Kingdom are
unreservedly IN sympathy with the United
canvass OF the country. which he has just had
completed. II shows that Scotland is practicaiiy
solid for America. and that Ireland, except IN
the north. is hostile to America. OF the mer-
chants. shippers and business men generally ~
per cent keenly American. 80 per cent are
neutral and 30 per cent are against war any
where. The Nonconformists are solidiy pro-
Catholics are pro Spanish. The British aristoc-
racy aside from the Catholics. is evenly di-
vided. while ths Jews are opposed to America
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-03
WILL TROOPS GO TO THE PHILIPPINES?

mar Adiutant- General of the Department OF Colo
rado the volunteers raised in the States west OF
the Missouri River will probably be across the
Pacific ocean to hold the Philippines 1T will be
necessary To hold the islands" said Colonel Volk-
mar while the war Is being prosecuted In other
A,roc,,ons and what would be more natural than
>, .ha troons recruited in the West 10 be placed
hoard transports In the harDor OF san Francisco
and sent TO occupy '"' '"iP''' P'''' III ''S
pniInplue Islands! ,
."Tne Government may dicker with Japan as TO
49, '"n,rre ownership Of the Islands. but in the
-, time the territory must be securely held rms
,ic.crv is far-renching In It's character Dut does
~, ,osau that the viii at once come 10 ciose
T'ha, soes not follow by any means altnough me
loss OF the Philippines will be a blow from which
Spain cannot recover.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-03
DIED BUT WOULDN'T SURRENDER

TWO SPANISH COMMANDERS KILLED-NO SHIPS
SURRENDERED. BUT MANY PERIsHED.
Paris. May "A dispatch from Madrid TO the
"Temps" saws that according 10 the latest dis
patches. the British Consul at Manila. in his
visit To Commodore Dewey, made representa-
tions in behalf OF the Consular Corps. against
the bombardment Of the town. The dispatch
also says
"Frcnch British and German war vessels are
In the roads at Mania.
NO Spanish warsh!p surrendered and the
majority perished Two Spanish commanders
were killed while resisting to the last moment.
THE Spanish losses are estimated at four num-
dred men Killed. including many natives.
The American squadron attacked furiously
both the Spanish squadron and Cavite. where
II caused great damage
Commenting editorially on the battle. tho
Temps" remarks:
Tho United states put into the balance too
crushing superiority Of rerources and FORCES 10
leave a DOUBT as to the result
Later, the Temps" says
Directly Castan honor has received the salts
faction IL demands Will not the moment nave
come for Europe TO say its word, ana take as a
basis for its mediatory action the wise advice
OF the Duke OF Devonshire In his speech or
Saturday evening?
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-03
YESTERDAYS DOINGs IN MADRID.

Yesterdays DOlNGS IN Madrid.
THREATENING ATTITUDE OF wEYLER AND Tzni
PoPULAcE-A HOLIDAY PARADE
Madrid. May 2. p m.-The celebrations IN
honor Of the Spanish officers Ruiz. Daoiz and
Velardcs the victims Of Murats massacre, have
proceeded to-day as usual in spite OF the bad
news from the Philippines. fine procession
was headed by the Civic Guards. twelve abreast.
followed by the orphans. the Madrid charities.
veterans. municipal functionaries and officials
and others. Several regiments OF troops brought
up the rear The streets were packed. but there
was no outward display OF sorrow.
In political circles however. important de-
velopments are hourly expected. Sehor Romero
Y Robledo, leader OF the Weyerite party. Will
interpolate the Government in Congress to-
morrow on the events at Manila: and the Car
lists and Republicans will participate In the
debate. which is expected TO have important
results. General Weyler. whose popularity Is
increasing will provoke debate In the Senate
D. m.-The procession passed of amid
glorious sunshine, but there were no patriotic
sneeches The mind OF the people too
full Of the disaster 20 think OF anything but
avenging the surprise at Manila Bay.
Senor Aeuilera the Civil Governor Of Madrid.
did not take part in the procession. All his
energies were required 70 watch closely popular
feeling. which Is certain TO explode and to re-
qure scapegoat.
After the bullfght tonight very sensational
news may be expected.
II D. m-"El impartial" says It believes the
formation Of a national Ministry is possible.
The newspapers censure the street demonstra-
tions made last evening against the Cabinet and
IN favor OF General Weyler A crowd Of people
gathered before General Weyler's house. cheer
Ing for the former Captain-tieneral OF Cuba. ana
another crowd assembled before the house OF
Premier Sagasta and hooted him. The Prefeoe
ordered the crowds TO be dispersed Several ar
rests were made.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-03
"ON TO CUBA" THE CRY AT TAMPA.
ACTIVE PREPARATIONS UNDER WAY FOR
THE ADVANCE-FALSE REPORTS OF
SPANISH TREACHERY.

TAMPA. Fla, May . (SpeciaD.-"On to Cuba"
&c now the cry and there is every indication
that at least 00O0 troops. camped at Tampa
and Port Tampa will embark on tho first mill
torv expedition by Wednesday evening. Cen
e,al Shafter has assumed command, and active
nreparations Tor the departure Of the infantry,
cavalry and artillery are now going forward
systematically although reticcnce prevails
around the general headquarters In the Tampa
raw Hotel and the headquarters in the camps.
The troops are now being paid off. and money
&C. circulating freely. About $4,000 was paid
ou, to-day. AMI about the same amount VIII be
td out Tomorrow. The soldiers are purchas-
ing supplies that they think they VIII need
g., Cuba and which the regulations 90 not pro-
vide. g.
A reDort was current to-day that TWO span
rds had been caught in the act or POISONING
the supply II water for the camp at ror'
- rho water is carried from n spring
near Tampa in cars ana stored ~ 'h''"
~~ ~~ ,ho camn-grcund The Spaniards were re-
,or,ed 10 have purchased large qu@"'PS ="
ohrine and we're placing 1t In the tank
s'i ,,h, The story was published In the
,oI naners ard sent out by several CORE
snondents but. On Investigations II wac
~ be without foundation.
,ranper was seen at an early houi heai '"e
,a ordered away by the guard. In
80, 80, ,tmc the stranger was again seen neai 'i.c
,ank and this time he was arTes,eu anu rp, g. no
,hn guard-tent to make cxpianatIoIsS. , 't ~ ~
,i' % ,ha sa,isfactiOn OF the Oircer Oh tne S""i
diu ~ ~. - allowed to depart He had stIayed
n near the guard line, without kno.' XIII, LIE @ ~. ,t
~. US doing anything wrong, anu tIiI' ~ d We" '', g.,
&c ne of ALI the excitement suone 'as
cause oi AZ az noaI dock where seven thousand
Kept on onT ' recently purchased by the Govern
tons or coai ieS'"''
ment Is stored
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-03
AMERICAN LOSSES PROBABLY SMALL

COMMODORE DEWEY TOOK ADMIRAL MoNTo5o
COMPLETELY BY SURPRISE.
London. May st appears that Admiral
Montojo was taken altogether by surprise, ana
that the Spanish authorities generally were In
. s,,,s ~ inter unreadiness The forts were
not completed the harbor was not mined there
were no searchlights. and the American squad
ron was only sighted after 1t had already passed
the outer and principal forts
On every side in England is heard praise OF
the skill and daring displayed by Commodore
Dewey in a situation where. II anything had
miscarried he would have been caught In
most desperate position At the same time
credit is given to Admiral Montojo. who had .
wretched fleet. and stood no chance except from
the assistance he might receive from the forts.
The American vessels however. by moving 10
and fro were easily able to avoid the badly d.
rected fire from the forts. and. in view Of all
the circumstances. 1t is apparent that the
American fleet could have received only slight
damage.
The moral influence OF the first great victory
is incalculable. and. though 1t is practically GER
tain that Spain will not yield till she has tried
conclusions in the Atlantic, and where she
hopes for better luck with her really Arst-class
fighting squadron. It is believed that a similar
victory In Cuban waters would produce signs
OF revolution in Spain. compelling an endeavor
to come TO terms.
The Times" says: The measures advised by
the United States Naval Strategic Board seem
we'll conceived to meet any possible contin-
gency"
The sending OF three German men-of-war to
the Philippines Is much criticised.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-03
MADRID UNDER MARTIAL LAW
EVIDENT FEAR OF WEYLER
STEP TAKEN IN CONSEQUENCE OF THn
ATTITUDE OF CERTAIN POLITI-
CAL PARTIES"
RoBLEDo AND wEYLER HAD THREATENED 10
MAKE TROUBLE IN PARLIAMENT TO-DAY
THE POPUIACE ENRAGED At THE
sAGASTA GOVERNMENTAL
DIERs GUARDING THE

London. May 3.-The Madrid correspondent
OF The Standard" teegraphing at midnight.
says
"Sehor Agulera, the Civil Governor Of Madrid.
has just posted on the walls Of the Home ONCE
the customary proclamation intimating that the
civil authorities consider the circumstances JUS
tify their handing over to the military authort-
ties the mission OF keeping order.
"Leutenant-G General Daban. Captain-General
Of Madrid has assumed charge. and the nrst
military patrols have Just appeared in the
Pucrta del Sol The measure has been taken In
consequence OF the attitude Of certain political
parties since yesterday The whole garrison u
ready In barracks"
Madrid May 3-The Cabinet Council last
night after a late session decided to proclaim .
stale Of siege Immediately.
Ministers deny the existence Of Cabinst
crisis
9 A. m-The mob tonight tried to break into
the Apollo Theatre and hold manifestation.
The police prevented the attempt from being
successful. but the crowd broke all the windows
before they dispersed.
Immediately after the declaration OF martial
law large numbers Of the police and the Civil
Guards occupied the principal streets. Tho
Puerta del Sol is held by a squadron OF the
Princess Hussars while the Pavia Hussars. dis
mounted, are in the Pontejos Square. near the
telegraph Office.
The Princess Hussars are a fine sight. their
white uniforms cleaning in the bright moon
light as they SIT on horseback in close order In
the centre Of the Puerta del Sol. while the
patrol and Civil Guards are mechanically NOV
Ing through the square, which is nearly d.
serted.
Considering the extraordinary precauuouo1
that have been taken, there are remarkably
few people about
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-03

Martial proclaimed Madrid late last night owing to the OF
Philippines FL mparcil spoke OF possible
change Ministry. 4 Sunday night cl Weer, while another
crowd hoOcd Sagasta.
Cuba the location
Spanish recently the N Islands has been definitely
asccrlancl
Several passed Congress- them the deficiency
asked Ager for the OF the
Army
National Guard regiments detailed for
left yesterday marching to the points OF departure
streets crowded with cheering admirers
The auxiliary cruiser formerly the American Line vessel Paris sailed
vtfCa William {. Wise L. S. ~
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-03
THANKS FOR COMMODORE DEWEY.

Washington May 2.-Representatiye Liv-
ingston. Of Georgia. has introduced this reso-
luton in the House:
Resolved That the thanks or Congress be.
and they are hereby rendered to Commodore
George Dewey commanding the Asiatic squad
ron for the eminent skill and valOr exhibited
by him and his squadron In the recent engage
ment resulting In his glorious victory over and
the destruction OF the Spanish fleet 1t Manila.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-03
THE INVASION POSTPONED.
NO LANDING TO BE MADE IN CUBA JUST
AT PRESENT.
THE PRESIDENT DECIDES THAT THB MOVEMENT
Is NOT ADVISABLE WHILE THE LOCATION
OF THE SPANISH FLYING SQUAD

RON IA IN DOUBT


BY TELEGRAPH TO THE rRIBUNE.l
Washington May 2.-tieneral Miles said to-
night that the expedition TO Cuba had been post
poned but no: abandoned. II is not thought
advisable to make a landing while the location
Of the Spanish flying squadron IS In doubt, as
the support OF A1miral Sampson's fleet. In part
at least IS essential to support the landing FORCE
and the temporary withdrawal Of several Of his
vessels may te compelled should the Spaniards
approach this side OF the Atlantic with a great
show Of strength
This decision was definitely reached this al'eT-
noon after several conferences at the WHITE
House in which the President had the advice OF
General Miles. General Merritt. Admiral SlcaTu
and Secretaries Ions and Alger
General Merritt summoned from New
York for his views on this subject and for con-
sultation regarding coast defenccs and the ioca-
ton Of volunteer enCampments.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-03
DIRECTLY FROM MANILA

London May Commodore Dewey, according to special dispatch from
Madrd gave Captain August hours comply with all
which demanded all warke and the entire stock OF coal IN
officials Manila The utium asserted that no
would be made Manila
Madrid the Government already
authority comply with the demand no other
being OPEN
Grave may follow public knowledge of this compliance
Hong Kong 1.-The Daily Mall dated Monday, says
CorgdOr lsand hOty engaged with the
forts there :,
that the cable has been cut at near Manila
dispatch from Mand this afternoon says:
Sagasta the palace 1t understood that the object IS
dispatch announcing that the town OF
av ground and the oifed OF Manila burned
The Americans fired petroleum bombs. =.
extraordinary Cabinet Council has been convoked for o'clock this
evening"
Liberal Commodore Dewey OF the ned States
demanded surrender Spanish
archipelago threatening lombard the ports the demand refused
Hong Kong dispatch received this yesterday sad Ih BON
bnn begun. The inhabitants fleeing the The
operators midst the forts have fed their
lives
Cable Company yesterday afternoon sent out the follow
ing notice:
we adv there with Manila
burning Rena Maria due to
number OF matched hut belonging to
set o the
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-03
THE WAR REVENUE BILL
LEY rrLrGnArn TO TIE TRIpuNE.l

The decision OF the Senate Finance Com
mIttcc 10 subject the War Revenue bin OF the
House 10 careful scrutiny. and to report 1t in
carefully amended form, Will delay action on
that measure for at least week. There Is
every indication. however. that no serious or
effective opposition Will now be undertaken In
the Senate Itself to the bond Issue or any other
vital section Of the bill.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-03
DEWEY SENDS AN ULTIMATUM.
BELIEF SPAIN HAS TOLD HER COMMANDER AT MANILA
TO COMPLY WITH IT.
ALL wARIIKE SUPPLIES AND COAL TO BE SURRENDERED.


HAVE ENGAGED
o DEsTROYED-NO
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HaugIlviIIe.

Miss Peterson entertained Thursday even
ing for Miss Cora Oliver.
Marie daughter of Mr. William Hobbs,
is seriously i'll with pneumonia.
Mr.. Edward Danner, of Muncie, Ind, who
has been visiting his parents. has returned
home,
Miss Carrie Foudray, of De PAW Univer-
sity. is visiting her parents on Bismark
avenue.
Miss Cora Oliver. of Newtown Ind. is the
guest of the Misses Peterson, on Sheffield
avenue.
The Shakspearaan Club will meet Mon
day evening with Mrs. Samuel Schuck, On
King avenue.
Miss Maud Wood entertained a few
friends Wednesday evening, at her nome,
on Germania street.
The friends of Miss Attic Goddard ten
dered her a pleasant surprise Friday even
ing, at her home, on Wilcox street.
The Ladies' Aid Society of the King-ave-
nue. Methodist Church will meet next week
with Mrs. Fl. Harmon, OF Shefiield avenue.
The Ladies' Aid Society Of the First
Christian Church will meet with Mrs Rog-
ers. on Sheffield avenue, Wednesday after
moon.
The Saint Cecilia Musical Society viii
meet Saturday evening with Miss Eva Lou
GOodykuntz on fremont avenue. The sub
ject viii be the life of Chopin.
The Daughters of Renekah held special
services at the kfng-avenue Metnodist
Church, Sunday evening. Rev. Mr. Wood
delivered a lecture on the life OF Naomi
Mr. John O'Neil, a prominent resident OF
Haughville, died early yesterday morning
after 4 lingering illness. Mr.. q Nell viii be
buried Monday m0rning at - 0'cI0ck from
st. Anthony's Catholic Church.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-03-20
Brightwood.

Mrs Theodore Gatchel and sons are visit
ing in PEBBLES, o.
Rev. Lee Fisher of the Baptist Church,
is holding revival services in louisville.
Mr.. and Mrs. S. .Engle, who have been
travelling in Texas, have returned home.
Mr.. John Baldos, of Terre Haute, who
has been visiting relatives, has returned
home.
Miss Lena johnson. of Bloomington, Ind,
is visiting Mrs. j. Patton, on Sutherland
street.
Miss Cora Halton, of Gosport. Ind. is the
guest of Mrs. F. D. Miller. on West Suther-
land street.
Mr. Edward LAWN, of South Station
street, who has been visiting in Union City,
is home again.
phone entertainment at the Town Hall,
Wednesday evening.
Mr.: Theodore Gatchel secretary of the
Y. M. c. A, returned from a business trip
to Cincinnati, Thursday.
Mrs. Underwood and daughters, Junita
and Clara and Miss Mary Patton are Wis
iting friends in Noblesville.
Mrs. Rosa League. of Dayton. o., who
has been visiting Mrs Arthur SwiSher, on
Gale street, has returned home.
The Ladies' Sewing Circle of the Con-
gregational Church met Friday afternoon
with Mrs. Henry Vessel, on Stewart
street.
Misses Ruth and Elizabeth Cox, of Mat
toon, H.. are visiting their grandparents,
Mr.. and Mrs. J. ]. Traub. on South Station
street.
The Ladies' Aid Society of the Baptist
Church VIII give an orange social and en-
tertainment in the parlors of the church.
Tuesday evening.
Mrs w b. Frost. of Pillsbury. Mimi.
VINO mas been vlslting Mrs -. Mlilian
vile, Ind, Thursday.
The knights and Ladies of Honor held a
union meeting and spelling bee ct the Town