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and word was sent back to purchase her along with the other two. When the formal transfer came to be made the mistake was discovered. Spreckels Bros. Company again took possession of their vessel and held her until the tangle was strengthened out, and yes terday the price asked by Mir. SpreckeIs was paid. and the tug became one of the vessels of the navy.
 Men acquainted with vessels say the price paid by the Government for the tug was a reasonable one. and, in fact, they agree that all three tugs were bought at a fair valuation. Mr. Spreckels says the price he set on the vessels he sold to the navy was just what they were worth to him. The towing fleet of the 'Black Stack" com- pany has been crippled by the sale of the three tugs, and the managers of 1t say that their business will be almost suspended until the places of the ves- sells can be filled by the construction or purchase of three other vessels to take their places
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were in the best of humor, answering cheer with cheer and joking and flirting with the pretty girls.
 At Sixteenth street brief stop was made to enable the few civilians who had accompanied the troops thus far on their journey to alight. Although 1t was then 7:05 o'clock, fully 500 people were at the station, many of whom had wait The crowd had been several times the people had grown tired and gone home.
 Among the number in waiting were few women with tear-stained faces, who had bidden good-by to some one of the soldiers in San Francisco, and had then hastened across the bay in the hope of one more word-one more kiss.
 Their devotion was rewarded, for the favored ones quickly saw them and hastened out of the cars Their fare wells were cut short, though, for with triple blast from the two locomotives the train again began to move and batteries c and r were fairly on their way to the war, followed by the cheers and prayers of those they left behind
 The train will reach Los Angeles about o'clock this afternoon, when the first stop of any length will be made. There the horses will be eX- ercised and given the first water they will have since they left the Presidio. Only one stop a day will be made for this purpose, and 1t is doubtful if they will be even exercised more than once after leaving Los Angeles.
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IRISH VOLUNTEERS.
Sons of the Emerald Isle Ready to Defend
 Old Glory,

A largely attended meeting of Irish American citizens, most of whom were formerly members of the National Guard of this and other States and ot Independent military companies, was held at K. R. B. Hall last night for the purpose of organizing an Irish volun- teer regiment to represent "the fight ing race" from California
 Colonel J. Sheehy, formerly of the N. G. C., was called to the chair. He explained the object of the meeting and in a few moments 243 stalwart Irishmen had signed the roll. The efficiency of the new volunteer regiment can be judged by the fact that all ot those who signed the roll have served either as National Guardsmen or as members of private military companies
 A few of those present. notably Com rades John Skelly and Thomas Degnan served during the Civil War.
 Temporary officers were elected as follows: Colonel, J. Sheehy; lieuten- ant-colonel, M. Mannix; majors, F. J Halligan and w. B. Shorten; commits saries, John Skelly and T. Degnan; Drs John Kilemede and George Egan volunteered their services as surgeons
 A further meeting will be held at D. m. Sunday afternoon.
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THE VIGILANT SOLD.
A Place In the Navy Will Be Filled by the Speedy
 Tug.

The tug Vigilant yesterday was add
 ed to the fleet of Americas naval ves- sels. The purchase price of s60 100 was
 agreed upon and late in the forenoon the vessel was again taken to the naval representative at the Union Iron Works and the formal transfer was made A week ago the Navy Department ar ranged to purchase the tugs Fearless, Vigilant and Active from the J. D. Spreckels Bros. Company's line. An agreement was reached between the owners and the representatives of the navy and the Vigilant and Active were turned over to the purchasers. The Fearless was and is still at sea, but she will be given to her new owners as soon as he returns. Her arrival is now hourly expected. The text of the agreement between the representatives of the navy and the tugboat owners was telegraphed to Washington, but there was some misunderstanding as to the price asked for the Vigilant The naval officials telegraphed that the Vigilant could be purchased for $55, 900
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military circles of the State that omin- ous suggestion of the calm before the fury of the storm. Everything is now flashing over the wires from Washing ton California will be found under arms and prepared to take her place in the ranks.
 This was the consensus of expressions given out yesterday by the command ing officers of the National Guard. who only await the time to prove the strength of the patriotic assertions No orders have yet been received from the War Department at Washington and none are expected until the Presi- dent calls upon the different States for their quota of men.
 Adiutant General Barrett, Major General Dickinson and Brigadier Gen. eral Warfield paid their respects yes- terday to General Shafter The visit was purely one of courtesy, and there was no conference, as was reported They will also to-day formally call upon General Merriam.
 None of these officers has received any orders beyond those that have al- ready been given to them to be in readiness. They are not inclined to talk, for they realize the gravity of the present situation. The War Depart ment has not yet issued any orders to the Governor.
 Arrangements were made yesterday under direction of Adjutant General Barrett by which the commissary de- partment of each organization of the
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TO MAN THE FORTS.
MiIitiamen Expected to Be Called to Garrison the
 PreSidiO.

It Is generally believed at the Presidio that after the First Infantry leaves to- day and the President calls for volun- teers regiment of California infantry will be ordered to take station at the Presidio. As soon as war is declared the four troops of cavalry now stationed at the post expect to be ordered to the front, and that four troops of California, if not more, will take their place.
 No change has been made in the time of departure of officers and civilian em- ployes from department headquarters. General Shafter will leave Thursday morning for Bakersfield, and the staff will leave Thursday evening for New Orleans. The general will join them at Bakersfield.
 Colonel James M. Moore, accompanied by his chief clerk, started yesterday morning for New Orleans, where the colo nel will select a camping ground for the troops.
 The following order, from headquarters of the army, was received yesterday at department headquarters: By direction of the Secretary of War, the allowance of ammunition for the instruction of light batteries of artillery for use in target practice with the 32-inch breach-loading field guns. published in general orders No. IS, headquarters of the army, adjutant-
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ABOARD THE BOAT.
Salutes on the Bay-Greetings
 in Oakland.

Hardly had the last man marched on board the Transit when the lines were cast off and, followed by the ringing cheers from those on the docks and along the shore, drew out of the slip. It was a spectacle that made the hearts of the soldiers leap with enthusiasm.
 Ranks were broken immediately and the men, who all day long had gone about their duties with scarcely a trace Of emotion, seemed suddenly electrified and casting aside all restraint answered cheer with cheer, nor were their voices hushed again. except during the short time required to make the transfer from the boat to the cars. until after Sixteenth street station was passed.
 Hardly had the Transit got past the Mail dock than tug saluted with three blasts of her whistle. It was responded
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PATRIOTIC WOMEN.
Addie L. BaIlOu Volunteers to Nurse the Wounded
 and Sick

California women are coming to the front in volunteering their services as nurses should they be required in case of hostilities. Addie L. Ballou has taken the initiative in a letter to the President, offering to do any service in the field the War Secretary might di- rect. Her letter is as follows:
 Room 62, TITO Market Street,
 San Francisco, April 8, 1898. Hon. William Mckinley. Commander-in Chief of the Armies and President of the United States, Washington, D. C.-Dear Sir: The morrow is significant in the her aldry of peace or war. American women love peace, but they love honor more, and are not second to American sons in that loyalty which prefers death to dishonor. and the heroic defense of "Old Glory the standard of our liberties which insures protection to our homes, to our free pub lie schools, free press, free pulpit, free platform and free people.
 As Loyalty as in my young years enlist ed for service for the Union and enamel patton of the oppressed, so now, at your command, I pledge my more experienced years and promise of enlistment of com panes of either men for the field or wo- men for the hospitals in honor of the flag. Very sincerely yours,
 Ex-Matron Thirty-Second Wisconsin Vol unteers Infantry.
 P. S.-Women desirous of serving as nurses call upon me almost daily.
 The following reply was received by Mrs. Ballou yesterday:
 Executive Mansion,
 Washington, April 12, 1898. Dear Madam: I beg leave to acknowl- edge the receipt of your letter of the 3rd instant. rendering your services should they be needed, and to inform you that it has been referred for the consideration of the Secretary of War. Very truly yours
 JOHN ADDISON PORTER,
 Secretary to the President.
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LOYAL CITIZENS.
Resolve to Uphold the Presi- dent and Support the
 Volunteers.

At an enthusiastic meeting of mer- chants and others in the Chamber of Commerce yesterday afternoon, Vice President c. L. Nelson presiding, the following resolutions, offered by Will liam M. Bunker and seconded by Col onel c. l.. Taylor, were unanimously adopted:
 Whereas, Signs point to war with Spain, and the services of American pa triots are indispensable; be it
 Resolved, That we heartily indorse the action of the President and Congress of the United States and pledge our support to the national cause; and be it further
 Resolved, That we encourage our Ma tional Guardsmen and volunteers in every dorse the policy of returning guardsmen and volunteers to their respective posi- tions after the war and encourage the idea of making allowance for the support of their families while said volunteers are engaged irf their country's defense.
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PATRIOTIC NATIVES. Stanford ParIor Votes $500 to Equip
 Volunteers,

At a regular meeting of Stanford Parlor No. 76 N. s. G. w, held last evening, the following resolutions were offered:
 Whereas, Our beloved country Is now passing through the darkest days it has seen since the organization of our order and whereas, every indication new points to a speedy declaration of war with a foreign power, and whereas, the funda- mental principle and very foundation of the order of Native Sons of the Golden West is patriotism and love of country therefore be it
 Resolved, That Stanford Parlor No. 76
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generals office, March 30 1897, is discon- tinued until further orders. By command of Maior-General Miles.
 H. c. CORBIN, Adjutant-General.
 First Lieutenant Eugene T.. Wilson, Third Artillery, in addition to his other duties. will act as engineer officer of the department during the temporary absence of First Lieutenant John D. Miley, Fifth
 First lieutenant William w. Galbraith, Fifth Artillery, has been directed to pro- ceed to Atlanta, Ga, and report in person to Brigadier-Ge w. M. Graham, commanding the Department of the Gulf, for app9intment and aid Prfan as aid,deocamp General Pacific District, has been as- signed to the staff of Major-General John R. Brooke and will proceed in a few days to Chickamauga Park.
 No one is allowed to land at Angel Island or Alcatraz without permission from the military authorities. To leave either island one must first obtain a per init. A guard Is on duty at the quaran- tine station to enforce the regulation.
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WILL MARCH AT 1:3O P. M TO-DAY.

The First Infantry, Colonel Miles commanding will leave Presido immediately after the dinner hour to-day. The officers of regiment that they Will be in line marching the the ferries at '3o o'clock The will along Lombard street to Van Ness Market and on down to the Companies A, of the Police Department will the guard clear the street. Then will come Troop l. Cavalry, escortn9 the regiment it's way far the ferry The band of the regiment the will play many of the familiar old airs of the soldiers will be: "The Girl Left Be- hind Me-" "Hal, Columbia" Yankee Doode "Tentne the Old Camp Ground' "Red White and Bue,' "Glory, Glory, Haleluiah,' "Battle Cry of Freedom'
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Acclaim of AnViIS.

TRACY, Cal, April 19.-The light battery passed through Tracy at 10:20 D. m. Several hundred people were out. There were bonfres and anvil firing. The train left amid cheers and the waving of American flags.
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National Guard of this State will be able to secure all supplies that may be needed for the guard during the time that 1t shall be in service, be that for a long or short period.
 Adjutant General Barrett has for the present established his headquarters at the California Hotel in this city. and it is probable that within a day or two Governor Budd, as chief. will establish his headQuarters here.
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\. s. c. w., does hereby appropriate from the general fund the sum of $500. which sum shall form the nucleus of fund to be used at the proper time to equip q company for active service should our country require their services, and the secretary of this parlor is hereby directed this action and ask their hearty co-opera- tion thereto.
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Excitement at Martinez.

great excitement here tonight when the train bearing Batteries c and F, Third United States Artillery, passed through A big crowd was at the de- pot, and the soldiers were cheered, flags waved and parting salutes given.
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NATIONAL GUARD. Adjutant-General Barrett Es- tabliSheS Headquarters
 in San Francisco.

The men and officers of the National Guard now rest on their arms. while @ suppressed excitement of eager ex- pectancy for the word of command en- thuses each patriot.
 There is in the quiet prevailing in the
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First the Knights of the Stars and Stripes They 
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ADVERTISEMENTS. THANKFUL TO MRS. PINKHAM.
Earnest Words From Women
 Mrs. Pinkhan Warns Against Neglect.

DEAR MRS have been thankful thousand times Vegetable vice eaey and now feel like
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 I took four bottles of Vegetable Compound, one box of Liver Pills, and used one package of Sanative Wash, and am now well. I thank you again for the good you have done for me.-ELLA E.. BRENNER, East Rochester, Ohio.
 Great numbers of such letters as the above are constantly being re- ceived by Mrs. Pinkham from wo- men who owe theirhealth and hap piness to her advice and medicine
 Mrs. Pinkham's address is Lynn, Mass. Her advice is of fered free to all suffering women who are puzzled about themselves.
 If you have backache don 'tneg- lect itor try heroically to "work it down, you must reach the root of the trouble, and nothing will do this so safely and surely as Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Com pound. Backache is accompanied by a lot of other aches and weary
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P. S B. PRODUCTS.
SEEDS. BOATS. ETC.

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FLOWERS AND FLAGS
 BEDECKED THEIR WAY

Continued from Second Page.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-03-29
NAVAL ORDERS IN DETAIL.
MANY OFFICERS DETACHED FROM SPECIAL pur


AND ORDERED TO VESSELS
Washington. March 2-To-day's naval orders IN
clude the following:
Commander II. ELMER detached from Cramps
shipyard and to duty In mosquito feet.
Medical Inspector W. G. FARWTII, detached from
special duty Philadelphia and ordered to the League
Island Navy Yard
Surgeon w H. RUSH detached from the League Island
Navy Yard and ordered home and 70 ready FOR sea
duty.
Surgeon A. @. CABEIL the PUGET Sound naval sta
tion: unexpired leave revoked
Passed Assistant Surgeon A. FARENHoLT detached
from the Puget Sound naval station and ordered
Independence.
Passed Assistant Psymakter J. s. PHILLIPS relieved
Officer Port Royal and ordered continue his
duties the Franklin.
Passed Assistant Engineer c. B. PRICE detached
duty al Newport News and ordered TO the Vicksburg
Passed Assistant Paymaster G. VI LUKEsH 10 tn.
CAstine
Passed Assistant Pnymas,.r S. MCGOWAN detached
from the Michigan the naval station at
Port Royal.
Paymas,er ". W. CALI detached from the Raleigh.
ordered TO settle and placed waiting orders
Passed Assistant Paymaster S. R. HEAP detached from
the Remington and ordered TO the Raleigh.
Assistant Paynaster B P DUBOIS detached from the
Albatross and ordered 70 the Bennington.
Passed Assistant Engineer r 5. GRIFFIN detached
from the Vicksburg ana ordered the Mayhower.
Chief Engineer J. II. PERRY detached from the
Brooklyn and ordered 10 the Minneapolis.
Chief Engineer J. L. HANNUM detached from the
Minneapolis and ordered TO the Brooklyn
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service: Among them are Ave men who were de-
the Navy Yard
RESERVES TO MAN A MONITOR.
NEw-JERsEY SAILORS ORDERED ON DUTY Oh
THE MONTAUK

The first call by the Federal Government for the
services Of citizen sailors made yesterday when
Assistant Secretary of the Navy Roosevelt In
formed Governor Voorhees, OF New-Jersey that the
Department desired the services OF part Of the
Naval Reserve OF the State for immediate duty, to
transfer the monitor Montauk from the League
Island Navy Yard to Portland. Me. where she is TO
act as guard boat.
Governor VOORHEES, transmitted the order to Adj,i-
tant-General Stryker. who sent the following order
BY telegraph to Commander Washington Irving. at
Elizabeth: '' "
Special Order No 15-Commander Washington
irving Battalion OF the East Naval Reserve will
at once detail from his battalion nine officers and
ninety-hve men for duty in connection with the
bringing OF the United States monitor Montauk
from League Island Navy Yard, Philadelphia 10
Portland. Me. in accordance with instructions
ceived from the Navy Department. Washington
he VIII make immediate report OF this detail 10 this
Office" ~ '''
The battalion is seagoing one and twice took
me oid snip Portsmouth on cruises without aid
from the regular sailors Last summer they took
The ne old shin out through Long Island Sound and
Gown the Atlantic coast TO Lewes Del. from which
port they sailed her home.
All the guns and equipments OF tho Newark d.
vision Of the battalion last night shipped from
mouth
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Its combination with her battle-shlps shall make us
run tho rick of losing hundreds OF other lives ana
the best vessels OF Navy. l have been WHINE
to walt and trust the Executive until we snouIu
we now have. and a member OF the House rep,
resentng the sentiments OF patrouc' nerciu.
and Just constituency. | feel that the time mas
come for Intervention, even II that means inlhe-
diate ~ 1911,
the next step should be armed Intervention. me
death of 10000 people under the military oIue' VI
Spain calls fo- prompt and aggressive actoh'
vENoMOUs ATTACK OF A sILVER1TE.
Representative Hartman (SIlver Rep Mont)-The
Message OF the President. together with us me-
chancal reception by both houses and the ADMIN
istraton representatives In the Senate. was no sur
prise TO any one who knows what influences niciate
the actions OF both the Spanish and American
Governments. The Message simply conhrms What
every one knows-that the President In his every
act is responsive to the wishes OF the spanish,
bondholders and the soca,led business interests OF
the country. which. being interpreted. means me
moneyed interests and gold gamblers OF the world.
,If the people of the United States will only Keep
In mind this supreme power as controlling the
destinies Of both Spain and the United states there
will be fear OF Whenever this power can
demonstrate to itself that is TO It's financial al
vantage. war will come. Until that time peace VIII
prevail at any price.
Representative Cooper Dem. Texl-We ought
10 make mistep or a back step. To dodge the
issue now is doing both think the proposition 10
feed the Cubans weak and ineffective II not wrong
In principle. We cannot afford to accept blood
money for dead patriotic sailors.
Representative Berry dem, ky) "a member OF
the Foreign Affairs Commttee)-The Message gives
no advice or any conclusions. except those OF the
Naval Board. am moro impressed than ever that
exploded the mine which destroyed the Maine and
sacrificed the lives Of our brave sailors.