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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
nay OF RUMORS IN WASHINGTON.

Washington, May 4.-There was lapse into
sensational war rumors In Washington to-day,
after a week of comparative quiet. The rumors
ranged all the way from the capture of the lit
tia Nfaneroye with a crew Of thirteen men to
the reported destruction OF the entire Spanish
foot hy the combined forces OF Sampson and
scblev They were circulated with persistence,
notwithstanding denials as soon as they could
he brought to the attention OF any onc'al capa-
HE Of passing judgment IN their accuracy
r,a- In the day the ON cials themselves be-
came apprehenslve as was shown by the fire.
ouercv with which they called for the latest
newspaper bulletins
A, the close OF the day. however. It was again
.,oounced in the most positive manner that
,ha Navy Department had no Information to
warrant the report Of any sort ~ engagement
g., the Windward Passage This ala no, spe
",ao.uv cover the waters Of ,he West Indies. but
q, ,,.y of the fact that the Department mas
almost pledged Itself to Jet the public KNOW OF
.ny,bing I'm the nature OF geherai ehshee-
-, noss,b,y the bulletin announcement IL
.,eicjent TO cover the case
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
ACTIVITY IN SPANISH NAVY YARDS.

Washington. May 24-The Spaniards appear
20 be making ready for something more than
a defensive campaign at home. or at least they
are trying to create that impression by other
means than news bulletins that are Issued al
most daily in Madrid. The Navy Department
now has through its own Trustworthy sources
reports Of the greatest activity In the Spanish
navy yards, and OF the preparation for sea and
for long voyage Of two Of the torpedo-boat
destroyers. 1t is given out that they are to join
Cervera Immediately when his squadron enters
Cadiz Harbor. Possibly this statement Is made
with a deliberate purpose OF misleading Ameri-
can strategsts into the belief that Cervera has
taken his way homeward.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
RUMORs IN LONDON OF BATTLE.

London. May 24.-Persistent rumors were in
circulation here early to-day to the effect that
great naval battle had been fought In the vi
cjnity OF the Windward Passage. between the
eastern end Of Cuba and the western part or
Uayti in which both the American squadrons
closed in on the Spanish Cape Verd squadron.
commanded by Admiral Cervera, and destroyed
the Spanish ships
dispatch from Kingston. jamaica 10 heu-
ter's Telegram Company last evening said
nothing was known there OF the reported battle
IN the Windward Passage. adding that no
American or Spanish warships had visited ia
maican ports since the beginning Of the war.
special dispatch from Madrid to-day says
"Evidenty the programme In regard to the
phIinnine islands has been changed. 1t is be-
lieved here that there VIII be no immediate en-.
oaQement in Cuban waters, but that Admiral
Ce1-era will draw off the enemy while the Cadiz
feet relieves Havana
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25

ly closing the channel. and at the same time
putting an end 10 all connection between the
two colonies and Madrid.
The tremendous strategic advantages Of this
accomplishment are considered by the naval
authorities far to outweigh the great risks In
CURED in sending a practically unarmed vessel
like the st. Louis on so perilous a mission. She
had been especially equipped with cable grap-
ping and other submarine apparatus for the
purpose OF performing this feat, and while her
orders never contemplated the necessity OF
working near enough to shore 70 get within
range Of the land batteries, the ship necessarily
ran the chances Of meeting cervera's squadron.
THE WORK THOROUGHLY DONE.
To the thoroughness OF Captain Goodrich's
work to-day Madrid dispatches by their oni-
nous silence regarding West Indian occurrences
bear the highest testimonial. The naval author
files expect much greater benefit from the rupt-
ure Of telegraphic communication between Cuba
and Porto Rico and Spain than that which fol-
lowed Admiral Dewey's destruction OF the Phil
ippines cable. the latter was not without its
disadvantages.
In the case OF the West Indies Captain Good
rch's achievement is expected 10 have a mark
edy demoralizIng effect on both the Peninsula
and the colonies, but the chief advantage antici-
pated lies in the inability OF Admiral Cervera TO
secure any information regarding the move
ments OF the American fleets unless he seeks
neutral ports for that purpose. This is re-
source which will be quickly exhausted and he
will be practically without the means Of inform
ing GOLFERS supply ships where 10 meet him.
Neither Will the Madrid authorities be able TO
learn whether reinforcements should be dis
patched TO Join him at Porto Rico or In Cuban
ports and altogether his embarrassments Will
he numerous and in all probability exceedingly
Injurious to his chances OF much longer eludins
a decisive combat.
The effect on the Spanish Government. It is
also believed. will be incalculable In the dlrec-
ton Of speedily auenching much Of the patriotic
fervor which has been fed upon Banco's Span
ish victories and American defeats
The st. Louis is expected within the next week
TO destroy other cables which connect the east
ern and western portions OF Cuba
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
VARSHIPS BEFORE SANTIAGO.
DISPATCH FROM MADRID INDICATING
THAT A FIGHT Is EXPECTED THERE

A DISPATCH FROM MADRID INDICATING
THAT A FIGHT is EXPECTED THERE
London. May 25-The following dispatch has
been received from Madrid. dated 1 a. M
Wednesday:
Nothing positive is revealed as to the situA-
tton. Lieutenant General Correa Minister OF
War has received a cablegram from General
Rlanco saying that American warships arc 10
front ~ Santiago. Captain Aunon. Minister OF
Marine has received a lengthy dispatch from
Admiral Ceryera replying In full to instruc-
tions.
1.-The Minister Of Marine receives nobody. Hs
,s working day and night. Yesterday he pre-
sarted "a the Queen Regent every detail OF the
r,ans at Santiago de Cuba. showing the de-
fences and the security Of Admiral Cerveras
squadron
admiral, Camara has gone back 70 Cadis
With sealed orders II is said that on his Ar
rival there he will arrange for manpuvres OF
his ships at sea for trials OF speed. gunnery and
everything. in order to satisfy himself that the
squadron is In efficient condition. He Will then
depart for a destination undivulged
"Sehor Capd.pon. Minister OF the Interior.
savs a telegram received by the War once
from Manila reports that the natives are dis
nosed TO remain loyal to Spain ano VIII defend
the territory against foreign invasion.
.sThe latest rumor Is that spanish warehip
has captured an American warship In CUBAN
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
THE ANGLO-SAXON ALLIANCE.

EOr-sr OF COMMONS WANTS TO DISCUSS
CHAMBERLAIN's SPEECH AND
FOREIGN POLICY
London May 24.-In the House of Commons
to-day the Irish Local Government bill passed
the committee stage.
Sir Charles Dixie. Radical member for the
Forest Of Dean. and Henry Labouchere Radi-
cal. member for Northampton with others, vain
~ tried TO get the Government 10 fix a day FOR
the discussion Of the recent Birmingham speech
OF Joseph Chamberlain. Secretary OF State for
the Colonies on the subject Of an Anglo-Saxon
alliance and the foreign policy Of the Govern
ment
Sir Michael Hicks Beach. the Chancellor OF
the Exchequer, and Mr.. Chamberlain both ex-
pressed their readiness foV such discussion.
but only on n proper resolution representing
large section OF the House.
The House adjourned for Whitsuntide
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
SECRETARY LONGS OPINION.
HE THINKS cESvERAs SQUADRON IS STILL
AT SANTIAGO DE CUBA

Washington May 24.-when Secretary Long
left the Department this afternoon. after an ex-
ceptlonaly busy day. he said TO group OF news
paper men that the Department had received
no information Of Importance. In response 10
an inquiry as to where the Spanish oeet was
Mr. Long replied that his belief was that II
was still at Santiago de Cuba
Concerning the reported capture OF the Man.
grove and the loss OF other ships, the Secretary
dismissed these stories purely conJectural
and not supported by facts. Word had come
from the commander OF the Mangrove since the
time OF the alleged capture. showing that the
ship could not have been In the hands OF the
Spaniards.
Mr. Long paid a handsome tribute to the War
BOARD and said that there was no purpose
whatever OF changing the present system where
nv this Board co-operates with him In giving
every possible assistance and advice. mainly In
the way Of information to the admlrals in COM
mand The office OF the War Board, the Secre-
tary said was not to fight battles; that was ex-
clusively the province OF the squadron COM
manders The Board acted merely In an
advisory way and at no time had assumed
executiye functions.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
READY TO CRUSR CERTERA.
THE SPANISH FLEET LOCATED AND
A BATTLE IMMINENT.
1T rs BELIEVED IN KEY WEST WHERE THE
FACTS ARE KNOWN. THAT THE HOS
TILE sQUADRONS WILL
MEET THIS WEEK

Key West Fla May 24.-The movements Of
the United States fleet. which are known here
make absolutely certain no battle has yet oc-
Cured but an engagement is expected to take
place this week
The Spanish feet has been definitely located,
and every preparation has been made by the
United States naval authorities for destroy
ing It. It is known to be of the island cf Cuba.
All signs point to decisive battle SONS day
this week.
The hospital ship Solace and her surgeons
were ordered long ago 10 be ready for service
at a moments notice, but no fresh orders have
been issued
Madrid. May 24.-It is officially announced
that the squadron OF Admiral cervera was still
at Santiago de Cuba yesterday. dispatch re-
ceived here from Havana says:
Secret orders have been given to Admiral
Cervera as to what course 10 pursue In the event
of the Americans attempting to cut communities
tions between Cuba and Spain.
American warships continue 10 occupy sta
tions outside Of Havana, Cienfuegos. Carcenas
and Santiago de Cuba There are row nine
teen American warships before Havana"
Port-au-Prince, Hayt, May %f.-According to
current rumor here the Spanish Cape Verd
SQUADRON. commanded by Admiral Cervera,
which arrived recently at Santiago de Cuba.
subsequently, sailed from that port
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
READY TO END THE WAR.
SPAIN PREPARED TO LISTEN To PROPOSAL OF
NEUTRAL NATION

SPAIN PREPARED TO LISTEN TO PROPOSAL OF
NEUTRAL NATION.
London, May Z5-The Madrid correspondent
OF THE Daily News" says
"Rumors as TO the negotiations Of the Powers
in favor OF peace are premature. but respon-
sible Spanish statesmen are prepared to seize
the first opportunity to end the war, provided
II can be done on terms honorable to Spain.
Should a neutral nation como forward with
an honorable arrangement, It's proposals would
be examined here in no impractical spirit OF
false pride IT, therefore, America does not In
sist upon impossible humiliatons. there Is still
possibility OF peace.
Marshal Martinez Campos, In the course OF
an interview has said that the salvation Of the
Philippines is in the hands Of the natives them
selves and that much care ought to be exercised
10 win them TO side lie pooh poohed the
alarming rumors about England and Gibraltar.
The important thing. he declared, is that Ad-
miral Cervera should be able to divide tho
American squadron.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
STRATEGIC ADVANTAGES WON.

NAVY DEPARTMENT DELIGHTED WITH CAP
TAIN GoODRICH'5 EXPLOIT.
Washington. May "a speciaD.--The Isolation
n, Cuba and Porto Rico from Spain Is now
believed by the Navy Department to ne
complete. Captain Goodrich Of the auxiliary
cruiser st. Louis. having telegraphed to the
Navy Department this morning from ST Thom-
as that he had succeeded In cutting the cables
at Santiago de Cuba and San Juan de Porto
Rico. His operation was conducted before San
tiago on Wednesday last and from that moment
Banco's only means Of communication Win
Madrid was through the Porto Rico line. Yes
tsrday Captain Goodrich succeeded In stsctual-
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
CERVERA HAS A COLLIER.
THE ALICANTE, REPRESENTED AS HOS
PITAI1SHIP CARRIES COAL

Copyright 1885, The Associated Press)
St Pierre May 24-6 p. m-The Spanish toF.
pedo-boat destroyer Terror Is being coaled oy
the Spanish steamer Alicante. The Alicante lies
at the mouth OF the Fort de France Harbor
II was all along supposed that she was hos.
p!tal-ship but there Is now doubt that she
carries a cargo Of coal for the Spanish warships.
Her pretensions to be a hospital-ship were OBJ
viousy put forward blind.
The United States Consul has cautioned the
French officials Of the port not TO allow the Ter.
ror to take coal In excess OF the quantity neces-
sary to carry her to the nearest Spanish port
II is reported that the Terror will leave Mar
tinioue Tomorrow She 10 understood to be IN
good condition.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
INVASION NOT TOBE HURRIED.
SIGNIFICANT STATEMENT BY GEN
ERAL MILES
HE SAYS HE DOES NOT PROPOSE TO SUBJECT
TROOPS TO ANY UNNECESSARY RISK.
TBY TELEGRAPH TO THE rnrpuxr.1

TROOPS TO ANY UNNECESSARY RISK
IBY TELEGRAPH TO THE rRIpuvr1
Washington, March 24-Much significance Is
attached to a statement made by General Miles
to-day. from which intimation is apparently
TO be drawn that Cuba is not TO be hurriedly
invaded. General Miles said:
With regard to the invasion Of Cuba have
nothing to say. except that the United States
VIII in due time bring Cuba under its control
by judicious methods and without a useless
waste Of time. The United States is too great,
too strong and too powerful to commit any
foolish act in connection with the proposed in
vason. AS for myself. have only to say that
no officer is fit to command troops who from
any motive whatever would needessly risk the
life OF single soldier. either from disease or
the bullets Of the enemy. l have never sacri-
feed the lives of men under my command. and
j do not propose to subject them to any un-
necessary risks in the present campaign.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25

Gustav H. Schwab. the New-York manager OF
the North German Lloyd Steamship Company
said yesterday that he had received a cable mes
sage from the home office In relation to the sale
Of the companys steamship Havel to Cresta q
Co.. OF Hamburg. who purchased her for an
Italian concern. He added that his company
had received every assurance from Cresta & Co.
that the Havel was not gong 10 spain ana
more Than that the company could not do.
Mr. Schwab also said that the company had
numher Of other single-screw steamships for
sale as II intended to replace them with twin
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
TWO SPANISH SHIPS SUNkf

REPORT THAT THE vIzCAYA AND THE AL
FONsO XIII HAVE BEEN DESTROYED.
London, May 25-A dispatch to THE Finan-
cial News" from Port de Paix. Hayt says:
Admiral Cervera is believed to have divided
his fleet, and It is reported that the Vizcaya
and the Alfonso XIII have been destroyed"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
REPORT FROM THE FLEET.
STRONG NAVAL FORCE CRUISING SOUTH
OF CUBA.
scHLEY's SQUADRON OFF C1ENFUEGos AND
sANTIAGo-THE IOWA BETWEEN THE
ISLE OF PINES AND CUBA.


ISLE OF PINES AND CUBA.
Copyright: 1898; The Associated Press)
On Board the Associated Press Dspatch-boak
Dandy Montego Bay Jamaica. May 24.-The
waters south Of Cuba have suddenly become the
scene OF great naval activity. Commodore
schley. who left Key West last Thursday with
the United States battle-ships Massachusetts,
and Texas. The armored cruiser Brooklyn and
the armed yacht Scorpion. is believed to be
cruising of Cienfuegos and Santiago de Cuba
When the Dandy left Key West last Friday
morning Admiral Sampson was still there. It
was the opinion OF naval officers that he would
sail for Cenfuegos soon by the eastern route.
the two fleets thus completing the circle Of Cuba
The battle-ship Iowa followed Commodore
Schley Friday. but was overtaken on Cape
San Antonio on Saturday by the torpedo-boat
ship Immediately increased her speed to the
limit, and when last seen was guarding the en-
trance to the passage between the Isle Of
Pines and Cuba Ths Dupont rushed on toward
C!enfuegos.
Five British warships are now in the vicinity
Of Jamaica.
The Spanish 1,200-ton passenger steamer Pu-
risma Conception is here. She Is afraid -
venture out.
The numerous rumors az to the sighting Of the
Spanish fleet In this vicinity are quite unsub.
stsntiated
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
GENERAL, MERRITT AT OMAHA.

Omaha. May 24.-General Wesley Merritt
Ir & A.. went through here to-day In private
car. attached to the Union Pacific Overland
limited He refused to talk about the war; but
confirmed the news Of his engagement. an-
nouuced from Chicago yestsTday
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
NO MORE TRANSPORTS SECURED.
WAR DEPARTMENT MAY BE FORCED T
IMPRESS SEVERAL SHIPS

IMPRESS SEVERAL SHIPS
washington. May 4.-"We have not secured
~"s ne" ships but are still negotiating for the
Ion ana the China" said Assistant Secretary
-, rueAelohn at the close Of Office hours to-day.
a., "e u'lculty with these ships has been a Ques
"a" vi price, the owners and the Department
o'ais oe1ng unable to agree on the rates 10
pa'o Mr. Meiklejohn has not yet put into
.r'' u''on his threat to impress ssme Of the
p' On the Pacific Coast into the service OF the
eu states, and lie hopes this will not be
ses'ary' but that the companies will come
c ""'o promptly and offer their vessels to the
"eht at reasonable rates. 1t Ia believed
~ pe hkely however. that recommendation
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
PRISONERS NOT EXCHANGED.

Key West. Fla. May 2i.-7-The Spanish prison.
ers OF wnr who TO be exchanged for two
Americans who were recently captured In Cuba
did not arrive to-day from Fort Mcpherson, az
was expected. They will probably come here TO.
morrow when they will be taken on n war vessel
10 Havana. where the exchange will be made.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25

ROYAL BLUE LINE TO WASHINGTON
TWO nye-hour Royal Blue express ,ss nrv manI time ne
WashiIstonn ON nm IN effect They leave New-York ~
- "a a M and 100 p. m-Ao'@
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MANDOLINS AND GUITARS.
Cash or instalments. KRELL iN Fifth Ava
--Advt
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
REPORTS FROM THE OREGON.
All, THE NAVY DEPARTMENT WILL SAY -
THAT SHE is SAFE.

Washington May A-Inquiries AT the Navy
pepartment as TO the whereabouts OF the Ore
eon brought a reply this afternoon to the effect
that the e-ship was safe. Nothing could
be learned Of her location. 1t is probable that
the telegrams said to have come from the ves-
sci really were filed at Key West. but were
brought to that port on some dispatch-boat
from the oregon. which is cooperating with the
fleet In West Indian waters.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
FINE WORK OF THE CENSOR

CONFUSING REPORTS FROM MADRID ABOUT
THE CADIZ SQUADRON.
Madrid May 2i Noon.-Accordlng 20 news
published here. Admiral Camara. the com
mander Of the Cadz squadron has been fully
Instructed and will return 70 Cadlz tonight
London. May PA dispatch 70 The Evening
News" from Madrid published this afternoon
says
mo news Is allowed out ~ Cadiz and although
~ is announced to-day that Admiral Canara
starts hence tomorrow 10 rcjoin the heet, ~
would not be surprising to learn that the squad
ron has already left. and that the presence OF
Admiral Carnara. as we'll "a the official an
ncuncements anent the fleet shortly sailing
westward have been a blind 70 cover It's de-
parture.
There is some anxiety here "a 10 whether Ad-
miral Cervcra's entire squadron has been able
10 rcunite in Cuban waters. II the Ministers are
aware OF the precise whereabouts Of Admiral
Cervera they are keeping II secret"
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dispatch from Madrid last Saturday an
nounced that Admiral Camara. after having had
several conferences with Captain Aunon. Minis
ter OF Marine had returned 10 Cadz. and 1t was
added that his feet would sail under sealed or
ders. Considering the apparent importance or
the Spanish Admlrars business at Madrid. the
Spanish censor appears to be allowing reports OF
his movements. or alleged movements. to he
cabled quite freely. which naturally throws sus-
picion upon the genuineness OF the statements
made public at Madrid
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
CABLE TO HAYTI STILL WORKING.

Copyright: 1885, The Associated Press)
Cape Haytien. Hayti. May 24.-The cable from
this place to Guantanamo and Santiago de Cuba
IS In working order
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25
THE SALE OF THE HAyEL.'

Madrid, May 24-It Is reported that the Span
ish Government has purchased another vessel, 10
be used as an armed cruiser.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1898-05-25

The two cables cut Mt Santiago are evidently
,hosa running to Kingston. Jamaica. A third
wire stretches from Santiago to Guantanamo
and thence to Mole st. Nicolas HaytL IL was
tho latter which the Wampatuck failed to sever
an the morning OF May ID
The News-Herald. [volume] (Hillsboro, Highland Co., Ohio) 1886-1973, 1898-02-17
BLACK-TAiLED GRUNTS LUCK.
How They Managed to Get Their
FIJI of Shrimps Daily.

How They Managed to Get Their
FIJI Of Shrimps Daily.
The varieties of fishes at the Aqua
rum number more than the tanks
there, so it is necessary to double up
some of them. putting more than one
variety in tank. One of the tanks
thus stocked contains three moonfish
from Gravesend bay. and four black
tailed or bluc-striped, grunts from the
Bermudas, says the New York Sun.
Que of the regular articles of food
on the Aquarium bill of fare is shrimps;
pretty much all fishes are fond Of them.
In summer. when shrimps are plentiful
and easily obtained, they are fed more
or less freely to all; in winter, when
shrimps are scarce and difficult to OBJ
tain, they are fed only to such fishes
as need them for their well being. or
that must be pampered along to keep
them. OF this last class are the moon
fish; they must have shrimps, and
shrimps are fed to them.
The moonfish are lively and quick
but the hlncktailed grunts in the same
tank are livclier and quicker still. The
grunts. if they couldn't get anything
better, would eat cut-np herring and
pieces of clam, and do well on it; but
they don't eat such coarse food when
they can get'shrimps, as they can here.
At feeding time they snap up food in
tended for the moontish as fast as the
shrimps are put into the water. giving
the moonfish next to no show at all.
Thus the black-tailed grunts are in
great luck. They get their fill of
shrimps daily, and not until they are
satisfied do the moonfshes come in for
their daily meal.