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The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-07-29

ment and undoubtedly would have died
as the effect of this cruelty and hard
ship had 1t not been for the interces-
sions of Admiral Cervera, who inspect
ed the quarters and afterward insisted
that the military commander should
provide Hobson and his men with bet
ter and more civilized accommodations.
Hobson says the chagrin and anger
of the Spaniards at finding they had not
destroyed a battleship in their attack
on the Merrimac probably excited them
to the ill-treatment Of himself and the
other prisoners of war. The Spanish
officials at Santiago supposed they had
sunk an American battleship and that
Hobson and his men were the only sur
vivors of the ship. 1t was also under
stood that the action of the British con-
sui at Santiago operated to have Hob
son and his men theated with .decency.
The British consul performed practi-
cal service in advising the Washington
authorities of the prison accommoda-
tions in Santiago given to the naval
officer and the enlisted men. This ad-
vice led to a menacing suggestion from
Washington.
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-07-29

grams announcing that official steps
had been taken at Washington with a
view to prepare for peace negotiations
caused no surprise and but little sensa-
ton in Madrid. Officials for some time
have been convinced that the govern
ment has been feeling it's way toward
peace, and was waiting to let public
opinion get reconciled to the sacrifices
that must be made to terminate the
hopeless struggle. 1t is difficult to say
whether the government decided upon
decisive move at the suggestion or
advice of the Vatican or some Of the
powers or acted spontaneously to fore
stall, If possible, the fall of Manila and
the invasion of Porto Rico, but the at
titude of the press shows that the coun-
try will welcome peace If 1t can avoid
the payment Of a war indemnity and
the loss Of the Philippines.
The impression in official circles is
that the government will be promptly
Informed Of the intentions of President
Mckinley, while in diplomatic circles
1t Is feared that the American demands
may appear excessive to Spain. 1t is
thought these demands may be modified
by negotiations. In financial circles the
prospect OF peace Is received even bet
ter than in political circles. CONNER
cial centers like Barcelona, Bilboa, NAL
aga, Valencia and Valladolid strenuous
ly support the peace policy.
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-07-29
SOCIAL HONORs FOR CERvERA.
Admiral McNair Entertains Spanish Pris-
Oners at Dinner.

Annapolis, Md, July 2S.-The first So
eial recognition of the Spanish prison.
ers quartered here took place when Ad-
miral Fred v. McNair, superintendent
of the United States naval academy,
gave a dinner in honor of Admiral Ger
vera and his taft at the superinten-
dents mansion. The table was beauti-
fully decorated with American beauty
and La France roses. furnished and ar
ranged on the table by Edwin Seide-
WITT, the celebrated florist. The gen.
tlemen wore boutoniers of white carna-
tions, while the ladies wore white car
nations with La France roses.
The guests were received in the par
lor of the mansion by Admiral and Mrs.
McNair, assisted by Mrs. Hutchins,
wife of Captain Hutchins, u. s. N. The
dinner was served in eleven courses
which contained all the deicacies of the
season, served In elegant style by Ca
terer Edward billiard. Those present
were: Admiral Pascual Cervera, Lieu
tenant Angel Cervera. his son; Commo-
dore Jose Paredes, Captain Antonio Eu-
late. Captain Emilio Moreu, Admiral
and Mrs. McNair, Commodore and Mrs
White, Lieutenant Commander and
Mrs Moore and Mrs. Hutchins, wife OF
Captain Charles Hutchins, u. $. N.
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-07-29
Hawaii wild with JOY.

San Francisco, July 2S.-There was
great rejoicing on the Hawaiian ISL
ands when 1t was learned that the New
lands resolutions had passed congress,
and that Hawaii was at last a part of
the United States. The residents are
fairly wild with joy. News of the an
nexation was brought on the Coptic,
and when the signal flags in the steam
er's rigging announced the victory for
the annexationists. a salute of 100 guns
was fired, and cheers greeted the well
come news. III. M. Sewell, United
States minister to Hawaii, will proba-
bly, be the choice for governor. as Pres
ident Dole has declined the honor
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-07-29
16Oth Indiana Breaks Camp.

Chickamauga Park, July 2S.-The
One Hundred and Sixtieth Indiana in
fantry broke camp at an early hour and
marched five miles to Rossville. Ca,
where Southern railway trains were
boarded for Newport News. This regi-
ment goes to Newport News, thence to
Porto Rico, in place Of the Fifth llli-
nois, which was ordered back to camp
after 1t had half finished loading for
departure. The First South Carolina
will leave during the next twenty-four
hours for Jacksonville, Fla, to join
Fitzhugh Lees command. No other
commands have orders to move. The
Sixth regiment, United States volun-
teers, will reach Camp Thomas from
Knoxville, Tenn, during the next few
DAVIS
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-07-29
ASKS SUSPENSION OF POSSIBILITIES.
Foreign Ministers at Madrid Expects .
Satifactory Reply.

Madrid, July 2S.-When questioned on
the subject of peace negotiations Prime
Minister Sagasta said that Duke Almo-
dovar de Rio, the foreign minister, In
his note. to President Mckinley, has
asked for a suspension of hostilities on
Sunday. President Mckinley, In reply,
said ne would consult with the cabinet.
The foreign minister expects that a sat
isfactory reply will be Immediately CIV
en- through NJ. Cambon, the French am
bassador to the United States, through
whom SPANS note was presented.
London, July 2S.-The Standards Ma
drid correspondent says that the tele-
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-07-29
CERvERA SAVED HOBsON.
American Hero Rescued From IA Foul Cell
by the Admiral.

Washington, July 2S.-Naval Con-
structor Hobson has been furnishing
some interesting information to friends
in Washington of his Imprisonment at
Santiago. 1t was not commonly known
that for four or five days he was con-
fined in small. unventilated, loath-
some cell in MORO castle, He could
not have long survived the imprison-
x-- ------a---= $780,
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-07-29
MILES is AT PONCE.
That Is. Army and Navy OmciaIs Think
He Is.

Washington, July 2S.-It is the opin-
ion of army and navy officials here
that General Miles is at or near the
city Of Ponce. No word was received
from him or any Of his men. but Of
fetal calculations would indicate that
he should have reached Ponce by this
time. If 80, the city will be taken at
once. It's position is such that its capt
ure would materially aid General Miles
In taking San Juan, eighty-five miles
distant. The forces will advance upon
the capital, after leaving Ponce, by way
of Coamo, Caguas and Roble. Gen
eral Miles army has been rendezvoused
at Yucaco, just east of Guanica. Moth
ing has been received here to confirm
the report that an engagement has oc-
Cured at 'Yucaco and that the Ameri-
cans were forced to withdraw to the
coast.
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-07-29
Murdered by Tramps.

Clinton. Ia. July 2s--Four young men
Of Dewitt boarded box car to ride
to an adjoining town. They were or
dered to hold UP their hands by two
men who entered after them, but they
made a rush and sprang from the
train. Frank Baird of Dewitt was
shot dead. The other three escaped in
juries. The murderers are not yet ap-
preheuded
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-07-29
Married Mt Camp Thomas.

Chattanooga. Tenn, July 2S.-Tues-
day afternoon Captain e. 9. Butler,
troop G, of the First Illinois cavalry,
and Miss May Brewer. both of Bloom
ington, Ills, were married in camp.
The ceremony, which was simple, was
performed by Chaplain Bullock in front
Of the regimental headquarters.
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-07-29
BURNS HERSELF AT STAKE.
Demented Wife Ends Her Life by Knife
and Fire.

Demented wife Ends Her Lie Dy hhHe
and Fire.
Newcastle. Pa, July 2S.-Early in the
morning Albert Campbell, boss black
smith at the Rosena furnace, was awak-
ened by scream from the back yard
of his home. He thought it was dog.
Later he went out and found the dead
body of his wife tied to a stake and al
most burned to a crisp. Around the
body were straps holding 1t upright.
For some time the mind of Mrs. Camp
bell had been afflicted. She evidently
arose during the night and went to the
yard where she tied herself to the
stake. Then she poured oil over her
clothing and after wounding herself
with the knife applied a match. She
was 80 years old and the mother Of
five children.
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-07-29
Spaniards at Guantanamo in a
Bad Way.
HAD GIVEN UP ALL HOPE.
Ignorant of Surrender and Expected
to Die Lingering Death
by Starvation.

The First General Paroja Knew OF the
Capitulation of General Toral Was
When Admiral Sampson Sent Word to
Him Asking What Number OF Rations
should Be sent to His Garrison--Two
Thousand Sick People in Guantanamo.
Santiago de Cuba, July 2S.-Lieuten-
ant Colonel Angel Resell, who, after
taking confirmation of the instructions
to surrender from General Toral to
Guantanamo, has returned here, said
to correspondent that the first init
nation that Guantanamo had of the
capitulation of Santiago and the terms
thereof was on July %, when Admiral
Sampson sent letter to General Paro-
;a asking what number of rations
should be sent to his garrison, as 1t had
been surrendered on the 18th. General
Paroja, being ignorant of the capitula-
ton, refused to credit the message and
accept rations, answering Admiral
Sampson to that effect. The admiral
then sent a copy of the terms of sur
render, whereupon General Paroja de-
cided to inquire of General Toral at
and Lieutenant Colonel Resell was APP
pointed to bear the intelligence. The
surrender Of Guantanamo accordingly
took place.
Suffering Among the Spanish Troops.
Colonel Resell says that the condi-
lions at Guantanamo are awful and the
troops are literally starving. For the
last eight days they have had little
or no food. On mounting guard the
soldiers were obliged to sit, being too
weak to, stand, and 1t was impossible
to make them build trenches, as they
fell from exhaustion. There are 1000
sick in Guantanamo. suffering from
diseases Increased by hunger. The
French cruiser Rigualt de Genuilly was
refused permission by Admiral Samp-
son to land grain and provisions for the
relief of the French colony at Guantan-
amo. All hope was therefore abandoned
and the sufferers were awaiting death
from starvation. The conditions at
Guantanamo Colonel Resell says, are
worse than those at Santiago. Lieuten-
ant Colonel Ewens of the Ninth infan-
try received the surrender of Guantana-
mo. The Spanish troops will remain
In the town until transported.
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-07-29
May Never BE Known.

Perhaps her speed will never be ac-
curately known. From the sudden
manner the steamer first came In sight
upon the port bow Of the sailing ship
and her equally quick Disappearance
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-01-08

pressed it 10 my lips, as / had done
many times since It's receipt, and won
dered IL her heart was still true to the
sentiment expressed in it,
The harvest moon was Respondent
and the white beams came into the win
dow where sat In my night robe, flood
ing my white drapery with light. There
were no sounds of human life; the
world seemed left wholly 10 the crick-
cts and katydlds. With n sigh from
the depths Of my lonely heart / re-
placed the note in It's receptacle and
arose.
Turning from the window, / saw
right opposite me. on the other side
of the room, tall white figure. What
was Il? There II stood, while / gazed
spellbound, motionless, mysterious In
lightning fash OF thought Sarah's
forebodings came 20 me.
Then ! grasped my pistol, which was
lying on the table beside me.
"Now, then, II this is practical joke,
intended simply 20 brighten me, let
II stop" ! said 1t was with some diff
ficulty, confess, that my voice was
kept steady.
whoever you are, speak and ex-
plain, or I'll see II you have substance
enough 20 stop bullet!"
Ipaused for a reply. but none came.
speak out, say. or as sure as there
Is a God In Heaven, I'll fret" I called
again, and again received no reply.
The white thing remained there. In
spite Of my threats After another
pause. during which the cold chills
chased up and down my spine. raised
my arm. took deliberate aim and fred.
a rattle Of breaking glass followed
the report Of the pistol. and dark
spot appeared in the center OF the
white figure. The fash Of the pistol
had been reflected back. and In an in
slant realized the truth.
With a scornful laugh and con-
demnatory exclamation at my foolish
ness, I placed the pistol on the table
and got into bed
Then n slight scufiiing noise. seem
ing 10 come from beneath, reached my
ear. and I said. aloud. and with laugh;
I've stirred up the rats. ne any rate.
Hello. what's that?" l exclaimed. "a n
deep, muflled sound, accompanied by q
slight far. Immediately followed. II
wns ma though heavy door In some
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-01-08

II would be unjust 70 her, embarrassing
TO you. and wholly contrary to my
wishes"
81 fully appreciate the meaning Of
your words. Mr.. Morley. Believe me. I
regard your daughter too highly to
intrude upon her notice, under existing
circumstances. IL is no sentiment
entertain for her; IL Is love, sir, deeper,
truer, fonder than mere sentiment
This love has become the ruling motive
of my life, and will always remain 30.
But / promise you will hold no COM
munication with your daughter until
IL Is shown before the world that am
innocent. / confess, 10 follow this
course will be the greatest sacrifice of
my life. have no parents, no near re-
lations 10 whom can go for love and
sympathy. IL means something, there
fore, for me 10 promise you this"
Mr.. Morley arose from his chair.
There was kindly CLEAN in his eyes,
and an expression on his face of-ssd-
ness, was IL? At my rate. there was
undoubtedly a touch of sorrow in his
voice when he spoke again. IL seemed
somewhat strange 10 me at the time.
He had obtained the promise he wished,
but IL did not seem to give him the pleas
ure naturally expected IL would.
He extended his hand "Mr. Conway,
you are man of honor" he said. II
deem IL favor 20 shake hands with
you. / sincerely hope your innocence
may be established. But" he hesi-
tated here, do not be over-sanguine.
Robberies have occurred before which
have ever remained mysteries. / must
confess, although ! am one OF the
trustees and am therefore an interested
party, l am not so sure the perpetrators
of this last robbery will ever be dis
covered. There seems 20 be not the
slightest clew 10 work on. / do not
say this 70 cause you pain, but simply
20 warn you against entertaining hopes
which may never be realized"
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-01-08
NoNPUNcTURADLE TIRE.

until recently, when a tire with an In
ner tube Of papicr mache was placed
upon the market. 1t is similar in size
and outward appearance 70 the ordi-
nary tire. and, il Is claimed, has the
same resiliency.
1t is not pneumatic in the sense OF
containing air under prcssure-for its
resillency comes from the elasticity OF
the papier mache core, which in add
tlon renders the tire unpuncturable
So the inventor claims.
The advantages claimed by the in
ventor are that the material Is OF such
O nature that IL can be furnished for
the inner tube at less expense than an
inner rubber tube, that II has resillency
with small weight that II is imperyious
10 water, and that IL is puncture-proof.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-01-08
Los. BIZ chain Friction.

Proving too much rarely helps case.
The chainlcss wheel may be a good
thing and a great success, but the en-
thusiast who cndeayors 70 depreciate
chain wheels by asserting that ut Is
universally conceded by the highest
mechanical authorities that there Is at
least 80 20 40 per cent. Of the power
lost by chain transmission" either has
no knowledge OF the facts or Will
fully misrepresents them. With first
class chain, properly fitted, the loss Is
less than one per cent. a. w Bull
letin
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-01-08
CHAPTER Y.

On the first evening Of my occupancy
of the old homestead recalled Mr..
Morley's words and thought with sor-
row how much superior his judgment
had been 20 mine.
A year had gone by. year of heart
ache, disappointment and unfulflled
longing, and the cloud had no. been
lifted from my life. And, oh, was so
homesick for just glimpse Of my dear
loves face.
A few days after my interview with
Mr.. Morley had received q note from
Florence:
Dear Mr.. Conway: Father has informed
me OF your resolve not 20 call on me or at
tempt TO keep up the friendship which made
me 80 happy. until you are freed from all
suspicion. appreciate the manllness
which prompts you 20 such a resolve. and
wish 20 assure you from the bottom OF my
heart that respect and trust you. I know
you are innocent. and shall always believe
80. Keep up brave spirit. The mystery
win be explained and you exonerated. Re-
member. believe In you wholly. and shall
always remain. Your true friend.
FLORENCE MORLEY"
/ took the worn note from the locket
which I wore around my neck and
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-01-08
In CYCLEDOM.
BICYCLE TRACE TALK
Prices for Good Ds wheels VIII
Range from $50 40 sIao.

you rl@o.
The manufacturers who have thus far
announced their prices for 'os have
either made a reduction, or have add
ed new models at lower figures, or have
done both OF these things. The new
chainless Is out at Sl25, which Is the
top figure, and the graduation is gradual
down 10 $50, which is a low figure for
a really good machine. There will be
others sold for less money; but IL Is
important 10 remember that such
wheels are cheaply built TO sell cheap,
and are presumably worth no more
than is asked for them. For two years
past the failure of good concerns has
thrown into the market many excellent
wheels that sold below their real value,
but business is now on a more stable
basis, and the only wheels likely 20
sell at very low prices will be cheaply
constructed wheels.
Americans generally have knack of
putting the best foot forward, and
American bicycle makers are abundant
ly able TO make their cheapest produe-
tons rival In outward appearance the
most carefully and extensively con-
structed wheels. II Is sometimes diff
fcult for an expert 70 decide accurate
ly from a superficial examination just
the character and value of a wheel, and
II is practically impossible for an in
experienced purchaser 20 do so. A
cheaply constructed wheel Is a poor,
expensive and dangerous investment
There is little in the appearance Of a
machine that is a guide TO its true
character, and the guarantee now be.
ing merely nominal, the standing and
experience of the maker and the char
ncter of the selling agent will need
greater consideration. Reduced list
prices mean reduced discounts 10
agents, particularly on the better
wheels, and close observance Of list.
For some time past the makers who
turn out wheels for the jobbing trade
with different name plates for each
dealer, and who supply greater or less
quantities 10 smaller dealers who put
their own names on them, have sold
these trade wheels" at net prices and
have not attempted TO place any list
or retail price on them. Each dealer
handling them has been free to make
retail price based on cost, selling eX
penses and such profit as he thought
he ought TO have, or could obtain. These
wheels are generally of medium OF
lower grades, and this method OF sell.
ing is in favor with jobbers, and with
allied trades who handle bicycles. Tn,
Implement Trade Journal urges IL fol-
bicycles, and says that the buggy trade
has been much more satisfactory sine,
the makers of those vehicles dropped
list prices from their printed matter
There has been talk OF extending the
plan TO high-grade bicycles next sea
son, and 1t seems more than probable
that some manufacturers will try It,
! l.. A. W. Bulletin.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-01-08
He Didn,t Cnrc.

When Admiral de Horsey, ct Port
Royal, was one night returning 20 his
flagship alone his way TO the boat led
across the barrack square. A black
sentry, one of the West India regiments,
halted him at the gate with: "Who goes
dar2" Great was the admiral's annoy
nnce to find that he had neglected TO get
the password. That's all right" he
said, carelessly, hoping TO overcome
the mans scruples of indifference, you
know who l am" Dunno know no.
body, sar," replied the negro, pompous-
ly; you can't go In dar." why, I'm
Admiral dc Horseyl" "well, you can't
go i'm" was the reply. II don't care II
you's Admiral dc Donkey, l DON'T
Household Words
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-01-08
lro M Continued
a NOVEL LADDER.
IL Was Heightened by Heroic Mans
Form.

IL Was Heightened by n Heroic Mans
Form.
A ladder Is made TO be walked on. but
q human ladder is a novelty, and some
times n grand novelty. Such ladder
came into requisition in New York not
very long ago. But after all, though
the act was novel, the actor was but one
in the long line of men and women who,
in life's emergencies, are always on
handto cxhlbitthat spirit of courageous
self-forgetfulness which makes the
looker-on feel that there is something
grand left in humanity yet.
It was but the old story Of tene-
ment house on fire, and a small crowd
Of frightened escaping tenants. They
came down the fire escapes in desperate
haste, before the firemen arrived upon
the scene. But between the last rung
of the ladder and the ground was drop
OF ten feet.
The light, fimsy ladder swayed be-
meath the weight of the most 'enture-
some tenant who stood irresoluta
frightened take the big drop, and un-
able 60 return, for above was an ever
increasing weight of human beings
pressing downward. II was n moment
of peril and IL threatened 10 be one of
catastrophe. But just then the janitor
stepped forward, self-possessed and
self-forgetful. Standing on the stoop
he reached up and found that his arms
could just grasp the end Of the shaky
ladder.
Climb over me-" he cried. and stood
his ground, holding on TO the flimsy
ladder, while men, women and children
scrambled over him 10 n place of safety.
BY means of that human ladder they
all reached the ground.-Youth's Com
panion.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1898-01-08
nlcrcllnr md thc E,cs.

The French medical journals just is
sued announce the discovery Of new
form OF eye disease, or opthalmia.
which attacks cyclists. II Is said 10 be
due 20 the fact that the air which en-
yelopes the cyclists head when he is
travelling rapidly is anything but pure.
being charged with fine dust and the
substances Of the road stirred up by the
wheel, the eye being opened 20 It's
widest extent for the purpose Of OBJ
serving any impediment or obstacle
that may lie In the path. The Paris
physicians have given this new form Of
opthalmia. which Is prevalent in
France and apparently infectious, the
name OF the "cyclist eye"