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The Worcester spy. [volume] (Worcester, Mass.) 1898-1904, 1898-10-02

you may name the Clnque ports,
Samuel said the teacher of the his
tory class to Sammy S1aggs.
Manila and Santiago replied Sam
my, romptly.-Pittsburg Chronicle.
The Worcester spy. [volume] (Worcester, Mass.) 1898-1904, 1898-10-02
The land of the ash and the oak
And the weeping WILLOW tree.
And it's home. boys, home,
It's home you want to be.

If you catch this stage with quinine
and interesting sights and plenty of
work, 1t can be cured; but If 1t goes
on, it develops into what they call eli
matte fever. Climatic fever is bad
enough, but when coupled with home
sickness and despair, IL is almost AL
ways fatal. And it is that and nothing
else which is killing so many soldiers
The vegetation consists of lime trees.
cocoanuts and bananas and coffee
bushes. 1t does look so funny to see
cocoanuts and bananas growing wild. /
always look for a monkey in a cocoa
nut tree. but never found anything
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
TRAIN ROBBERY.
Heroic Engineer Sacrifices His Life In De-
fence of His Train.


Los ANGELES, Cal, April 2c.-The
robbers tagged the train at the ap-
proach to the bridge, and boarding the
engine, took the engineer and fireman
back to the express car. They endeav-
ored to detach it from the first passen-
ger coach, but could not uncouple it.
They succeeded in cutting off the mail
Car and compelled the engineer to pull
it up to the siding. Here they riaed
the mail car and secured the registered
mail They then backed down to the
train again and were proceeding to rob
the express car, when Engineer
Clifford opened fire on them, with re-
volver lie fatally wounded one robs
Der, Paul Jones, Of Orc Grande, but
the others escaped after shooting Gif-
ford with a charge of buck shot.
Clifford died at once. Express Mes
senger Mott remained on the rear
platform of the express car. The train
with the body of the engineer pro-
ceeded to this city. The sheriff ar
rived at the scene at 6 o'clock, and
tracked the other robber into the hills.
He had a horse. His identity IS un.
known The robbers got nothing but
the registered mail
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
BUNCoMB FROM THRONE.
The Regent Exhibits the Kingling to Ex
cite Sym pathy of Subjects.

MADRID, April 2O.-The Queen Re
gent read her speech from the throne
the little King sitting on her right
She referred to the troubles mentioned
at the last session OF the Cortes, saying
that they had increased, sowing to the
attitude of the people of the United
States in fomenting the rebellion"
The Queen Regent said that in the
supreme crisis the Pope ''spoke words
of peace, which were hearkened to- by
my government, in the consciousness
of right and in the strict performance
of international duties.
"Spain's gratitude is due to the Pope
and also to the great powers. whose
action strengthens my conviction that
Spain's cause deserves universal SYM
pathy.
"Possibly, however, our peace efforts
may fail to control the evil passions ex-
cited against Spain. List this moment
should arrive, l have summoned the
Cortes to defend our rights. whatever
sacrifice they may entail. Thus iden-
tifying myself with the nation l do not
only fulfil the oath Iswore in accept
ting the regency but follow the die
tates of a mothers heart, trusting 80
the Spanish people to gather behind my
sons throne and to defend it until he is
old enough to defend it himself, as we'll
as trusting to the Spanish people to
defend the honor and territory of the
nation"
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
PRESIDENT SIGNS.
historic Fen is Provided for HIstoris
Event.

WASHINGTON, April 20.-The sign
ing Of the Cuban resolutions by the
President was an exceedingly interest
ing event, although without specia
incident. General Alger. brought
from the war department a pen which
he requested the President to use.
There was considerable feeling mani
tested by those about the President
but no demonstration or congratula
tions. In his ultimatum the President
Ad-es not name any hour on Saturday
prior to which Spain must make an
swer, if at all, to our demands, but the
reasonable assumption Is that any time
up 10 midnight Saturday will be re-
garded as compliance with the terms
of the ultimatum.
/ One member of the Cabinet said
that the government Mould not hold 9
stop watch on Spain and could well
afford to give her three days in which
to decide the question that may in
volve.the destiny of that nation. WaI
preparations will go'forward with re-
newed activity. There seems little
doubt that the first move will be to
blockade one or more Cuban ports, and
as soon as an army Of occupation can
be transported, the demand will be
made. for unconditional surrender. In
the event of refusal, the work of re
ducing them by bombardment will be
begun.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
WAR ENOV INEVITABLE AND THE PATRQSOOF CUBA EREB
THE ULTIMATUM.
It WIN Not Be Made Public rnl To.
Morrow.

WASHINGTON, April 20-At the
cabinet meeting yesterday afternoon,
the general features and formula of the
ultimatun were agreed upon. The
original draft was made by Assistant
Secretary Day, and revised copy, made
this morning, under his direction, was
laid before the President about 1920
O'Clock. Several members of the
Cabinet had called as we'll as number
of prominent Senators and members of
the House. 1t was known that the
question of giving to the press copy
of the ultimatum as soon as it should
be signed, was under discussion, but n O
one could state whether this will be
done or not. AT 1I:24 all speculation
was brought to an end by the announ-
cement that the President had that
moment signed the resolutions of
Congress, and that the ultimatum had
been signed some time before, and that
that the latter would not be made
public until some time tomorrow
There we're present in the Cabinet room
WHICH, thC iCoiucut olSutu tll6 IcSOlu-
tions, Secretary Alger, Attorney Gen
eral Griggs, Secretary Bliss, Senator
Elkins and Mr.. Charles Emory Smith.
The Spanish minister's request for his
passports was sent in Immediately on
the receipt of the ultimatum. 1t was
as follows:
LEGACION DE EsPANA, Washington,
d. Z. April %. 1898. MIR. Secretary
The resolution adopted by Congress of
America and approved today by the
President is of such nature that my
permanence in Washington becomes
impossible, and obliges me to request
of you delivery of my passports. The
protection of Spanish interests will be
intrusted to the French Ambassador
and the Austro Hungarian Minister.
On this occasion, very painful to me,
have the honor to renew to you assur-
ances of my highest consideration.
(Signed) LUIS Polo DE BERNABE.
Hon. John Sherman, Secretary of
State, United States of America, etc.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20

WASHINGTON, April 20.-The Senate
formally resumed the consideration of
he sundry civil bill, but the afternoon
was spent in asCuban debate, on politi-
cal lines mostly. Teller spoke on "in-
decently whispered suggestions that
the President would veto the Cuban
resolutions, if they recognized the
independence of the Cuban insurgents
Foraker, of Ohio, maintained that by
signing the resolutions and sending the
ultimatnm the President had practically
recognized Cuban independence. The
question arising as to whether the Pres
ident heretofore actually had demanded
the independence Of the Cubans, Ali
son affirmed that the resolutions would
show that he had done so.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
UNCLE SAMUEL PUTS DOWN HIS FOOT
The Old Gentleman is Not Angry, but he Means What
he Says
SLOW BUT SURE, UNCLE SAM WHEN AROUSED

WASHINGTON, April 20.-Report
says that the ultimatum recited the act
of Congress in substance, and requested
Spain's answer to the demands made.
1t is understood to be the Presidents
intention to eend to Congress on res
assembling, at noon, the fact that he
signed the Cuban resolutions, also a
copy of his ultimatum. Diplomatic
precedent will require that the govern
ment should not make public its ulti-
matum TO foreign powers until its re-
ceipt by Spain.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20

MADRID, April 20.-An official dis
patch from Havana, says that Captain
General Blanco has chartered a vessel
to bring over 1000 Spaniso sailors, who
have heretofore served in the United
States navy, but are now desirious to
defend their own country. The officia!
dispatch says that the Cuban insurgent
leader Batancourt has published pro-
clamation agreeing to the suspension
of hostilities. and adds: "The inhabi-
tants of Santiago de Cuba, even those
most hostile to Spain, are resolved to
fight on the side of Spain, and some
influential rebel leaders have the same
intention"
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20

WASHINGTON, April 20 = Arrange
ments are being made by the War De.
partment for the transportation of
troops from the southern ports to Cuba.
Col. A. S. Kimball, chief of the quarter
masters department, east, will open
bids In New York to charter steam
vessels for this service. 1t Is believed
that he will have no difficulty in secur-
ing sufficient number.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
POWERS WONT
PARTICIPATE
Spain Without Aid, Must go it
Alone.
silly SPANISH TELEGRAMs
Queen Regent Pleads for Her
Boys Throne.
NEXT SATURDAY IS FATFFdl

MADRID, April 2O--The Liberal, or
gan of Senior Sagasta, premier, heads
Its leading article today with the single
word, WAR;" and says that the resolu-
tions passed by Congress are tanta-
mount to declaration of war. Spain
has fearlessly and unltedly prepared to
defend her srights, single handed and
abandoned by the powers, but fortified
by the justice of her cause.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
Probably Wont Return

MADRID, April 2O.-Two policemen
are stationed at the corner of the street
upon which is the residence of United
States Minister Woodford, who began
yesterday preparing for his departure.
The crews of the Spanish squadron at
Cadiz vowed before the shrine of the
Virgin never to return unless vic
torious.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
soldiers Cheered.

DENVER, Colo, April 20.-The
Seventh regiment Of Infantry marched
through the business streets before
taking trains for New Orleans, this
afternoon. All the companies of the
National Guard in Denver drew up at
the depot to receive them. A salute
was fired. Fully 100000 people cheered
the departing soldiers. They left at 5
o'clock on the Santa Fe.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
Polo Must Put Out.

WAsHINGToN, April 20.--At II 20
Minister Polo received copy of the
ultimatum. He handed the messenger
his reply, with request for a passport.
AT 11:30 it was announced at the
White House that the ultimatum had
been signed and sent. At the same
time the announcement was made that
it was not to be made public here until
tomorrow.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
To cali Out Volunteers.

WAsIIINGToN, April 2O-At 1 80
p. M, the House was notified that the
President approved the Cuban reso-
lutions. Tremendous applause fol-
lowed. Chairman Hull, of the Military
Affairs Committee, asked unanimous
consent of the House for considera-
tion of a bill authorizing the President
to call out volunteers. He said he had
Just received from the White House a
message urging the necessity for the
passage of the bill today.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
The UItinafuni.

WASHINGTON, April 20.-It is under
stood that the ultimatum consists
largely of a diplomatic paraphrase OF
the joint resolution of Congress, con-
cluding with the statement that this
government awaits SPANS reply. The
ultimatum gives Spain until Saturday
noon to answer. Inc ultimatum an
nounces that if satisfactory response is
not received from Spain, the President
will proceed at once to carry out the
act of Congress.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
Let Us Feel Fear.

HAVANA, April 20.-Troops continue
to arrive at Havana. Volunteers
throughout the island are ready to go
to the places designated in rural towns,
as we'll as in Havana. Didro de td Marin
published a dispatch from Washington
saying that General Lee will return at
the head of an army of invasion.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
Against San Jose Scale.

VIENNA, April Pa decree was
published today forbidding the impor-
tation of American fresh fruit plants,
fresh fruit refuse, fruit wrappers and
fruit packings, etc., in cases where ex-
animation at the port of entry results
in the discovery Of traces of the San
Jose louise.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
Look After Our Interests.

MADRID, April 20.-On the depart
ure of General Woodford from Madrid,
which is expected almost ime0iately
the arms of Great Britain will replace
those of the United States over the
United States embassy, and the Pritish
Charge d'Affaires will look after the
interests of the United States In Spain.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
A Little TOO Fast.

KEY WEST, Fla, April 20.-'rhe
Cuban clubs of Key West are going to
request President Mckinley to appoint
General Lee as the first Territorial
Governor of Cuba, as an evidence of
the Cuban appreciation of Lees ad-
ministration of affairs in his Office at
Havana.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
Army Bill.

WASHINGTON, April 20.-The House
In committee of the whole debated the
army volunteers bill at some.tlength.
Representatives Cox, Sayers and other
Democrats supported it. Representa-
tive McMillin failed to carry his amend
ment to reduce the enlistment term
from three to one year.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
A Little Premature.

WASHINGTON, April, 20-It was res
ported here today, in official circles,
that the ultimatum to Spain had been
actually sent last night, and by this
time was in the hands of the Spanish
foreign office. The report came from
sources entitled to credence, but lacked
confirmation officially.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
Neutral Flags Respected.

HAVANA, April 20. The Plant line
steamers have suspended trips between
Tampa and Havana, possibly fearing
seizure in event of bostllIties. Captain
General Blanco has notified Alexander
Gollan, British consul, who is acting in
behalf of the United States, that even
in case of war, vessels sailIug under
neutral flag will be entered.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
The Spanish Cortes.

Z MADRID, April 20, -4;2O p. m.-The
Spanish Cortes opened this afternoon.
The Queen Regent read her speech
from her throne. She reviewed the
situation, and referred to the efforts of
the Pope for peace. The Queen Re
gent announced that she had sum
moned the Cortes to defend Spain's
rights. She appealed to the Spanish
people to gather behind her sons
throne. Ali the wealth aud beauty of
Madrid gathered in the senate, where
every available foot space was oc-
cupied.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
Polo Pulls Up

WASHINGTON, April 20.--Assistant
Secretary Day has directed that Polo's
passports be prepared and sent to him
at once. No instructions have been
sent to Woodford, the department not
regarding Polo's letter as an answer to
our ultimatum. Polo will leave Wash
ington at z p. m.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
The Grant Blood.

WASHINGTON, April 20.-Col. Fred
d. Grant has rendered his services to
the government and would like to re.
ceive commission from the Presi>
dent. The Colonel is unable to enlist
as he is few years too old, and can
serve only if he given commission.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
Mayfower May Bloc m,

KEY WEST, Fla, April 20.-The
United States torpedo boat destroyer,
Msyflower, arrived here last night and
anchored near the flag ship, New York,
1t is possible that the Mayfiower will be
Captain SIMPSONS flag ship, if he finds
that the expected blockade of Cuba
necessitates his making continual and
rapid rounds of the fleet.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20

DALLAS, Tex, April Ex-Governor
Culberson, today, ordered the entire
Texas ranger corps to the Mexican
frontier, to repel any invasion from
that country which Spanish sym
pathizers may make. Orders we're
issued TO recruit every company to
double its present strength.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
Good Change.

NEW York, April 20.-Rear Ad-
miral John g. Walker, retired, may be
successor to Theodore Roosevelt as
assistant secretary to the navy, says
Washington correspondent Of the
Herald.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
woodford WIN Lea We.

MADRID. April 20, ADO p. m.--The
remaining lad es of the United States
legation will leave Madrid tonight.
Minister Woodford leaves Madrid
when the Washington final official in
structions are carried out.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
another Hold Up,

SAN FRANCISCO, April 20. = The
Santa Fe Pacific's west bound passen
ger train was held up at Orc Grande,
$50 miles east of Mojave. at o'clock.
this morning. Engineer Clifford was
killed and q passenger injured.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
Relatio n Suspended

WASHINGTON, April 2O.-Spain's
affairs here have been entrusted to the
French ambassador and the Austrian
minister.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
President viii Announce.

WASHINGTON, April 20. The Presi-
dent will announce to Congress- this
afternoon that he signed the Cuban
resolutions aud sent the ultimatum.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
Insurgents Are Right. .

WASHINGTON, April 2O.-Palma and
one of Gomez's brigadiers, 1t is said,
consulted with General Miles today,
arranging for cooperation against
Spain.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
The uitimatum Text.

WASHINGTON, April 20 Persons
who have seen ultimatum differ as to
whether the time limit is noon Satur-
day or midnight Saturday. The text
must decide and it will probably be
given cut tonight.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
Haytl Neutral.

PORT AU PRINCE, April 20.- Hayti
will not aid Spain 10 procuring supplies
Spain has no coal in Hayti.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
OfCourse Not.

MADRID, April 20.-The story that
Spain offers Cuba to the Pope for sur
render to the United States, is denied
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
The Army Gathering.

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn, April 90
Major General Brooks and staff arrived
this afternoon. Several thousand
troops will arrive tonight and To-
morrow.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20

WASHINGTON, April 20. The House
unanimously agreed to consider the
volunteer army bill and it is now being
considered in committee of the whole.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20

WASHINGTON, April 20.-3 p. M
The State Department messenger has
just handed Polo his passports.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20

KEY WEST. Fla, April 20.--AIl night
the precautions of the United States
fleet have been redonblsd.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
All Right, Senors.

CIrYoF MEXICO, April 20.-Mexico
will preserve stlict neutral attitude in
case of hostilities. The Spaniards here
feel gloomy over the situation.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
Don Carlos on Hand.

OsTEND, Belgium, April 20.-Don
Carlos, the Spanish pretender, has ar
rived here.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20
Pr<sident Signs.

WASHINGTON, April 20.--The Cuban
resolutions were signed at 1924.
Las Vegas daily optic. [volume] (Las Vegas, N.M.) 1880-1908, 1898-04-20

In an It, Nunerous and az
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The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-05-07
BREAD RIOTS CONTINUE.
Conflicts With the Soldiers-W Woman
Dies of Fright.

Rome. May 6-There were renewed
bread riots at Pavia yesterday evening.
The rioters stretched chains across the
charges. Several soldiers and civilians
were injured.
y riotous mob surrounded Il detach-
ment of troops at ScsyO FiOrintino. and
the soldiers fired II vollcy, killing three
of their assailants and wounding four
others.
There were fresh disorders at Prato,
ten miles northwest of Florence today.
Some of the worst rioting has oc-
Cured at Pavia. Among the killed is ii
student, son of Signor Mussi. Vice
President of the Chamber of Deputies.
a conflict occurred between the troops
and rioters, and one was killed on each
side and many injured.
On Thursday Il savage scene was wit
messed at Murgie- Mnervino. in CaIab-
ria. The rioters laid siege to a mill.
which was stOrmed. and the miller and
his wife brutally killed.
\ physician who protested against the
brutality also fell victim to the mob.
and his wife, who was lying i'll, died of
fright.
The news & observer. [volume] (Raleigh, N.C.) 1894-current, 1898-05-07
NEWS NOTES FROM THE BING-
HAM SCHOOL, MEBANE, \. c.

Mebane. y. c., May G.-(Special -
Prof. Collier Cobb. of the University Of
North Carolina. delivered most bril-
liant and entertaining lecture to the stu
dents on the both of April. taking as his
subject, Living Lakes and Dead Seas
Prof. CobbS lecture was illustrated by
numerous beautiful stereoptican views.
The university has no ADLER or more at
tractive lecturer than Prof. Cobb. The
next lecture III the course will be given
by DIR. Hume on the Goth of May. His
subject will he, The Making of the
English BIBLE
Physical Director Mangum is making
good progress with his gymnasium
classes, every boy in school being re-
CURED to take forty inmates in the
gymnasium each day The Polemic and
kalisthenic Societies have elected con
testants and officers for the Joint cee-
bration to he held Friday night, June
Bird. The contest will be for the Julian
:. Carr orators metal. the John Paul
debater's medal and the essay medal.
given by Miss Sallie Gray. Of LeXing-
ton. Va. Colonel Carr has submitted
for inspection a most beautiful design
for the orators medal.
The students standing first in their
classes for the month ending May 2nd.
are as follows: In telegraphy, Farrell,
Darden, White and Nickerson. Short
hand and typewrting. Massie. Book
keeping. Farrell. j. Darden and A. Oar
den. English, Tate, Il. Morrow. T..
Lockhart and Kendall Bible, Alexan-
der, Groom. A. Darden, w johnson.
r. Morrow Whitehead. l.. Lockhart,
7. Power. Shaw and Lancaster. Mathe-
MATES, ]. Darden, S. Lockhart. L.
Lockhart. Farrell and Fowler. Science
Lancaster. Halliday and Tate. History,
Kendall. Latin, c. Power Il. Morrow
and Lockhart. Reading Fowler. L.
Lockhart. Greek, r. Morrow.