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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
BRITISH TRIBUTE
TO COM. DEWEY

London, May 4.-vice Admiral Colcmh
retired, inventor of improved systems for
signalina at sea and author Of number OF
naval works, iR-nn> interview on the SUBJ
ject Of the splendid victory OF the United
States fleet at Manila. Is quoted ns saying:
II doubt IL there EVER was such IN ex-
traordinary illustration OF tho infiuenoe Of
sea power. A superior feet has attacked
and beaten a spanish fleet supported ~
batteries and it now appears it passed
those batteries and has taken up an uons
sailable position on Manila. Tue boldness
OF the American commander 10 beyond
question. Henceforth he:must bs placed In
the Valhall OF great naval COMMANDERS
Nothing can dstrsct from the dssh AMI
viRor Of the American exploit or dim tns
glory which Dewey has shed upon tho
American navy. IL may b bad Tor the
world. for assuredy the American navy
will never accept On bordtnato place lfoor
this exhibition Of what 10 can do.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
HARD WORK
FOR RECRUITS
Drilled Morning and Afternoon
at Quonset Point--Second
Regiment Volunteers.

Everything Is going on very satisfac-
tori1y at the camp OF instruction at Quon-
set Point, ana tie recruits passed another
good night. being much moro comfortable
in the mess houses than they were on
Monday night, and the men appear to be
well satisfied with their surroundings.
They had hard DAYS work yesterday,
drilling for the greater part OF the day
and although In the cases OF the "green"
men the progress made was SLOW, the re-
suits ara SO far very satisfactory.
At O'Clock this morhing the recruits
we're again called out for drill, and for
about two hours they went through the
movements OF tie setting up drill and
marching movements The recruits are
divided into three detachments unuer
command OF Capt. iillinghast. First Lieut..
A. X Williams and Second Lieut.. A. M.
Eaton. OF Company A, First regiment,
ami these detachments are divided into
squads. which ars commanded by nom
commissioned officers or militiamen. who
have acquired considerable experience.
As moro r, cruits arrive itn other mill
tia otficfrs, other detaohments will be
formed.
After dinner. the men were again cslled
out et ] 80 O'Clock, and two more hours
OF hard work was put in, the men show
ing great deal CT enthusiasm and an
evident desire to master the drill as soon
Ht POSSIBLE. ana every reoruit st ems to be
doing his best TO prove his earEestness In
the WORK. Jhe three officers OF tho Com
pary A, First heulmeat, have done very
valuable service SO far, ana the command
er-iu cbiff has received some very fiatter-
ina reports concer Mug them. Great praise
has also b3en bestowed upon the Bristol
company OF the Second Regiment which
is acting as camp guard. onI tnero Is n
great desire to keep these "a en- la camp
during the time tnnt 1t will remain open.
Second Regiment Men.
Recruits are being constantly sent to
camp from all the recruiting stations. and
this morning Capt. Kelly left Piovidence
ct g:3O O'Clock. on tho steamer Corssir,
with about i5 men CT Company "A, Second
Rsaiment aud m ora men Of tbe sans COM
pany wilt leave for lmp at 3 o'ciosk this
-sfferneor. t3ov. Dser was at the wharf
this morning 60 see tho recruits depart
and hs was Warmly Cbtersd bg the sol
Cier boys. Capt. patstorc. Cf tns United
Train OF Artillery. ~ raising company
OF ehsrrshoo er-, end about 40 of his re.
cruits enlisted tsis morning. some at tne
North Aiuin stftet staten and some at tie
westmins;er street stfSion.
Owing TO the fact that there Is sick
ress IN the family of Post Surgeon barry
cf wconsocket that oiii' or may be called
uron TO absent himself from csnp TO a
ssrtain txtsLA 10 meet the su.e<sency
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
UNIFORM
EDUCATION
Bill Passed by Senate in
Concurrence.
FOR THE NORMAL SCHOOL
A Bill Appropriating $138,000
Passed by the House.
OTHER BUSINESS TRANSACTED.
OTHER BUSINESS TRANSACTED.

There was quite lot of loose oratory
at the State House this morning, the
fact that the joint resolution of adjourn
ment for May 6, had passed both branches
making everybody active In clearing up
business that was deemed importan by
the membcrs. In the House $138, 900 was
appropriated for I he State Normal School
anu several other matters occupied atten-
tion.
IN THE SENATE.
The sente was called to order by Governor
Dyer at IL oolock, with quorum present.
The House resolution for an appropriation
of 5000 for the the payment of the salary OF
an additional assistant clerk Of the Appellate
Division Of the Supreme Court in Providence
was passed in concurrence.
Senator Rocker. from the judiciary CON-
mittee, reported back q joint resolution of
final adjournment for May O.; passed in con-
currepce.
The act to secure more Uniform high
standard in the public schools of the state
was taken from the table. and after some dis
cassion 10 was passed In concurrence. with
al amendment referring solely to New Shore
ham.
Senator Littlefeld called for the special
order of the day, an act to regulate primary
meetings of political parties
A long discussion ensned, after which Sem
ator Little field presented a substitute bill,
which made the system proposed applicable
to Pawtuclxet alone, and he asked for its pas
sage.
On motion of Senator Freeman the Senate
adjourned to Thursday morning at IL o'clock
IN THE HOUSE.
The House was called to order by Speaker
studley at IL o'clock with quorum present.
Several routine mstters were disposed Of
and several minor acts Of incorporation were
passed and referred.
The first matter of importance was the
special order Of the day. n resolution appro-
prstiEg si25, 900 for the PURPOSE Of paying all
outstanding contracts on the work of the con-
struction Of the new state normal school.
and for all expenses Incidental TO the con-
struction of said building. and for the entire
furnishing of said building.
Mr. Kiiuball of Providence wanted the res
olution amended as TO make the amount
$685. 0OO because he under stood that amount
was required TO 40 NIL that was necessary
This view was sustained by Mr.. Allen and
Mr.. Gardner.
n Messrs Heydon, Baker and McuAslan be-
lieved that sl25, 900 was sufficient to do what
was contemplated. After a long discussion
the amendment prevailed by a rising vote OF
% TO IS. The resolution, as amended. was
thon passed.
Mr.. Allen moved that rules 0. 10. 81, 8s, "A
and as he suspended for the present session
passed.
The calendar was then taken up and several
acts were indefinitely postponed.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04

Gov. Dyer has appointed DIR. Frank Peck
ham of Providence. Naval Reserve Bat
talon surgeon, rs an additional post sur
poen and DIR. Peckham left for Quonset
Point last evening. Other officers will be
appointed by the commander-in-chief as
the necessity for ITEM arises.
Going Under Canvas.
1t has been decided that as soon as the
troops ara placed under canvas that the
company streets will be located opposite
to the present brigade headquarters. The
headquarters OF the post commander will
re n ain In tee governors mess room uD-
TIL further orders, but Col. Abbvt and his
staff will be under canvas at reximental
headquarters. In order to give tho grass.
which was planted on the camp around, a
chance to grow. all drills and instructions
are being carried on on the portion whicn
has been used by tns light battery and
machine gun battery. As the tis flag staff
has been painted and IL not dry enough
for use vet, "Oid Glory" Is at present fly =
ing from the small staff on the guard
house.
Another dstschneut OF recruits left
this city ut 3 o'clock this fterpnon, On
tho Corsair. somc beingifrom Westerly,
Woonsooket ana Pawtucket, while there
wsre about 20 men from the two local rs-
cruiting static, q. making total OF alour
$50 men wto LIFT on the to2t As here
tofore the men left unrer the supervision
of Assistant Adj. Gen. Tfft and Assistant
Qusrtermaster Gen. Walker. Several mil.
lila officers accompanied the detachment
To the camp, ana will remain there as
instructors for the present. Among the
recruits who left toda, were q numter OF
Capt. Patstone's sharp shooters.
Mlliilamsn Enlisting.
In spite tf many statements made to
the contrary, the state militia Is taking
astivo service In the volunteer regiment,
ad there seems TO be greet deal OF
pleasant rivalry among the several com
mands to recruit I'D to full strength, in
order that the companies may go out un-
DER their own officers. The companies
which have 50 far enlisted for active srr-
vics are A. B, mud q. of the First Regi-
ntnt. ana Companies A, h. and ID, OF the
second Regiment. making six oct OF the
10 infantry companies In the state. The
Second Hes iment companies represent
three cltios, A teina the Olr eyviiie rom-
pany. commanded ty Capt. Kelly: Ii, the
New poit company. comm anded by Capt.
Uncer~ood, and ID. the W. onsocset COM
rany, commanded by Capt. Mcuili. In ad-
cition to these number OF the men OF
Company III, Second Regiment are also
going into tte volunteer sersics.
The a. re companies Of the First Regl-
mont oil beionx IN the First Light In fam
try, anu TO these companies IL due the
credit OF having led the militia To entsr
the volunteer service. Capt. TlIlinghsst
and Lieutenants williams ana Eaton OF
Continued on Page 2.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
SPANISH SPY
ON CRUISER ST. PAUL

Philsdelphis, HAY 4-The rsrort that q
supposed spanish spy had teen cnpturs1
aboard the cruiser st. Paul at Crapms
shipyard last night was confirmed today.
Who the man Is Capt. Siastee refuses TO
his father Is Spaniard and that bis
mother was corn on Cuban soil. Tho
suspect enlisted some days ago as nm oiler
ana almost from the time Of his enlist
ment was under suspicion on account Of
his peculisr actions. Last night marins
VINO was on watch relow. near ths power
magazine discovered she man acting In q
suspicious way around the magazine. and
took him before Capt. Siasbee for exam
ination. The captain committed MIN to
the, brig" for the night. A thorough In
vestigation Is being made today.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
SUING THE CITY.
Rogers Claims $4,000 for Personal
Injuries.
He Was Hurt BY the Cavlng In Of q
Sewer Trench.

The trial of the suit OF James u. Rogers
against Daniel L. ID. Granger, city treas
urer of Providence, to recover 10000 for
personal injuries received while In the
employ of the city was tried in the COM
mon pleas division to-day. Mr.. Rogers
was in June, 1896, digging ditch on CAL
ifornia avenue Tor . sewer pipe and the
sides OF the ditch caved In, owing TO the
csrelessness Of those in charge of the
work in not having the walls of tho ditch
protected 90 they would not fall in.
The plaintiffs injuries were quits
numerous. for not only was his collar
bone broken and three ribs fractured, but
he sustained mum Der Of internal injuries
to the chest. and spine. He has worked
for the city ever since, with the
exception OF six weeks Immediately altar
the accident whom he went down east TO
recuperate. Contributory negiigencs on
the part Of the plaintiff was the city's
main defence. -
Brennan q Holland were attorneys for
the plaintiff, and Francis Colwell, city
solicitor, represented the defendant.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
SEMLANNUAL CONVENTION.
Held by the Rhode Island State Associa-
tiOn Of SpiritualiStS.

The semi-annual convention Of the
Rhode Island state Association Of Spirit
ualists was called to orler at 1890
O'Clock this morning by the president,
May 5. Pepper, who gave an outline Of
the progress Of the association. The ex-
eroises consisted Of q most excallent 3
musical and literary program and speak
Ing by prominent mem bars Of the asso-
citation. There were three sessions, one
at 10:3U q. m, 2:l6 and 1880 p. 10, and
during the recssses lunoheous were
served. Ihe meeting was caiied to fur
ther the interests OF the association. The
committee In charge consisted OF Vice.
President Mrs. Sarah Humes, Mrs. Ben.
jamin n. Prouty, Mrs. +. A. Parmsiee
nnd MIS-. Addie Ourfee.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
A SHOCKING
ACCIDENT.
Boy Decapitatcd by Elc-
vatOr at Boston.
HEAD ON THIRD FLOOR.
Body Discovered at the Bottom OF
Elevator Shaft.
THE VICTIMS NAME NOT KNOWN.

Boston. May 4.-The employees of James
w. Eustis, hardware dealers. 1ol North
strest were confronted with the grew.
soms sight OF boys head lying near the
elevator at the third floor this morning.
A search was Immediately made and the
headless trunk was found At the bottom
OF the elevator we'll. The BOYS name Is
not known TO the oinployes as he has been
at WORK there only two days. 1t is sup
posed that the accident happened between
1880 and 8 O'Clock IS The boy Q duties caIled
other employees
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
CONGRATULATIONS
FOR DEWEY

New York, May "A dispatch from
Hong Kong to ths Evening World today
Gys, Congratulations from Americans
70 Commodore Dewey In me shape OF q
large number of cable dispatches were
forwarded 20 the DARING commander TO.
day py the English cruiser 1mmortalite,
which has left for Manila.
The cable 10 Manila 10 still interrupted
No definise news Of the battle sunday
has been received. Amerieen end English
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
HAS SPAIN'S FLEET
GONE TO CADIz /?

Lisbon, May 4. News has bsss reoslvsd
here TO the effecs that she SDanish Uapo
Ds Verde squadron hss returned - 5ulo
Contisssd o. Pass2
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
NO ANXIETY AS
TO THE RESULT

There is little anxiety felt here as to the
outcome of the hattie that will onsue
when Admiral sampson finally falls In
with the Spanish feet. The srmored ves-
sells OF his command ontnumber the ene-
my's ships. His four battleships outclass
them In guns and armor. The Spanish
armored cruisers. however. are oil very
efficient vessels, and the three high
speed torpedo boat destroyers are not to
be despised.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
VERDICT FOR $4,000.

Mrs. Hopkins Wins Her Suit For Slander
OF Title.
The jury In the slander Of title suit Of
Mary A. Hopkins vs.. q. X. browne this
morning bought In n verdict for $4,000 In
favor OF Mrs. Hopkins. Mr.. browne, 10 IL
claimed, made false representations about
Mrs. Hopkins tenancy Of the Central hotel
whereby she lost an opportunity to dis
pose of ber Interest therein for $500.
Brennan & Holland were Mrs. Hopkins
attorneys. f.f-
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
FRANK GUERIN'S DEATH.
Suit For $4,000 Against w. r. & F. C
Sayl:s Grows Out OF 1t.

In Judge Douglas court to-day was
tried the suit Of Peter Leonard, admins
traitor on the estate OF Frank Guerin,
against f. G Sayles, surviving partner of
the firm OF William F. q F. q. Sayles, to
recover $4,000 for the death of the plain
tif's intestate. Guerin while in the en-
ploy OF the Sayles' at Saylesville, on
June 4th, 1894, was struck by q falling
derrick and SO badly injured that he died
In few hours. 1t is alleged that
the company for which the deceased
guy rope sustaining the derrick, the
breaking OF which caused the derrick to
fall. The jury went for q view Of the
place where the accident happsned.
Page a. Page were attorneys for the
plaintiff and Walter b. Vincent and 4.
A. Rice attorneys for the defendant.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
Senators Entertained.

AS soon as the Senate adjourned today
alI the members and officers Of the body,
repaired to ths residence OF Hon. K. H.
1. Goddard. senator from Providence, and
took lurch. the Invitation having been
rendered by senator Goddard several days
ago.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
SUPPLIES AND
TROOPS TO BE SENT

WASHINGTON. May The governments
chase or charter of the Paoifo Mall
steamship City of Pekin now at San
Francisco, and she will be put 10 condi-
tion to sail bv the 18th, at the latest, with
coal, stores and troops for Manila.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
AN ENGAGEMENT
ANTICIPATED

Key West Fla, May 4. l0:4o a. m.-
Rear Admiral Sam pson's fleet has sailed
ana an important engagement Is sntic,-
pated In the near future.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04

Marblehead. Mass. May Rev. Hugh
Montgomery, the sell known liethodiss
preacher. disd ct his home here &C 8 o'clock
this morning after an illness Of several
months. lie was 81 years or age.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
A Dividend For Creditors.

At meeting OF the creditors of Frank
L. HornbS, held Ia tho office OF Lorin Nj.
Cook this forenoon, N dividend OF 25
cents was made, and the prospects are tx-
ceilent for at least one more dividend.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04

Or any article OF merit illustrated by cuts.
quickly scils. The J. J. Ryder Co, ~ vssh-
ington street. corner Eddy. over Earle =
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04

residents are jubilant over Dsss.y' ,spISa
did victory.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04

nearest Gable station and communicates
I n ith Washfn0tou
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1898-05-04
Will Be Met on Atlantic by Simpsons Com
mand and Flying Squadron.
SCOUTS ARE NOW WATCHING FOR DONS.

Atlantic Armada Of Spain to be Swept from the Sea in
Sharp and Decisive Batt|e---That Work Accom-
pished, Havana Will be Attacked-=Army Sup
porting the Navy--No Restoration Of Cable Commu-
ncation with Philippines What Has Occurred
Since Monday--A Matter Of Conjecture British
Counsel at Santiago de Cuba Imprisoned and
Warships Sent to the Place.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1898-02-16

-, ae-..a4ag is4lnst them in the
west is predicted
The aieasent then ays la view OF
the gfeA pflhclpies involved and OF the
danger a. and, W. tIrVe the neo.
pie eters v here 70 srouse themselves and
nj once 10 taAe sttes to save themselves
and their children from the letters now
being openly forged 10 bind them. In re-
cent years there have been a number of
instances OF congressional districts where
the advocates 81 gold and monopoly were
largely outnumbered by their Opponents.
and where, nevertheless, by a failure 10
unite anu act together, friends of the gold
standard have been successful.
Thus, as the result of personal or par
tisan wrangle, The cause OF truth and
justice has Deen eSefsAadowed the inter
est OF humanity Ignored and the greatest
good TO he government subordinated to
En lgnoble strife. " C appeal to you to let
this not be the case again Our only
danger Is in division. IL we are in earnest
we must have harmony among ourselves
III there should be those who would divide
US, let them be summarily and emphatic
ally rebukcd by the people, who have
none but high and patriotic motives
Alter the bold declaration of the admin
istration in favor OF the gold standard no
sincere bimetallist can ever again, by his
vote or influence, give aid or encourage
ment TO the Republican party
The issue is Joined; we cannot avoid it
II we would Either the friends of bimet-
allism or the advocates of the gold stand
ard, trusts and monopolies must succeed
Who is not for Us Is against US; we are
asking no iran to abandon his party or
change his politics; we ask no one to yield
any principe; but in this great contest we
do appeal to ;tll good men to stand solidly
together for liberty and humanity, and
strike down forever this conspiracy of
gold and monopoly.
JAMES Il. JONES,
Chairman Democratic National Com
DittcC
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1898-02-16
A Witness says Martir Fired First and
His Nan Eel.

His Man Fell.
WILKEsBARRE, Pa, Feb. l6.-When
the hearing Of the Martin trial was re-
suned John Platek told about the march
to West Hazleton and the shooting at
Lattimer. He started to run, bat had
gone only about 200 yards when he was
shot in the left leg, the ball ppassing
through his calf He exhibited the
wound to the jury, He said he saw a
number of men fall, most Of them in
the ditch alongside the railroad track.
When asked il the sheriff did any
shooting he said; He had a revolver
but what he did with it could not
say"
The cross examination Of PlatelI
brought out the fact that the Harwood
men stopped work upon the order of
their bosses, who said that as soon as
the McAdoo strikers approached they
should leave the eolliery. They did SO.
Casper Vishniski swore that the sher-
if fired the first shot and the man he
fired at fell. The witness ran away
and reached a point nearby, 200 yards
away from the deputies before being
hit. He then got bullet in the left
leg, below the knee and one in the right
thigh. Neither wound was serious.
Asked if he knew any of the deputies
who did the shooting, he Indicated Is
of them.
John Bunk of Cranberry said he was
shot in the head while 200 yards away
from the deputies.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1898-02-16
Union Improvement 60.
SuppierS of Natural Gas 4 Water.
PLUMBING And GAS FITTING

All who contemplate having plumb
ing or gas fitting done should consider
that a little saving in first cost is not
always economy. We buy our goods
at first hands, strictly for cash. We
have expert plumbers and will guar
antee all work, at prices as low as
consistent with first class material
and workmanship. We will be here
to protect our work as long as gas
lasts and people use water.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1898-02-16
Mid Winter Excursions to Washington

The Baltimore d Ohio Railroad
has made arrangements for series
of popular midwinter excursions to-
Washington, at One Fare for the
Round Trip, allowing Ten Day limit
ON ticket including date of sale.
These excursions will be run on
Thursday, January 9th; Thursday,
February 10th; Thursday, February
oath; Thursday, March, oath. Tick
cts will be good going on regular
trains of these dates and good to re-
turn on regular trains within Ten
Days, including date of sale.
Do not miss these splendid OPP
portunities to visit the National
Capital during the Session of Con
gress. Call on nearest B. & O. Agent
for information.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1898-02-16
ELMER T. JACOBS
Architect.
Morris Block, Main Street.
w. Va

WATERS & WHITTINGToN hay
some bargains in gum goods. Sc
them before buying.
ALL kinds of Valentines at the
Acme.
A FULL line of Marvin's cakes and
crackers, at A. L. Nye's.
MoRGANTowN is the best town in
the state and she has the best one
cent daily in the state. Why not
subscriber
THE success of the Mingo has sur
passed that Of any five cent cigar
ever sold in town.
OUR prettiest valentines are going
with rush. Call to-day and make a
selection.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1898-02-16
SILVER THEIR SLOGAN
United White Metal Parties
Issue Separate Pleas.
JONES' MANIFESTO TO DEMOCRATS.

He Urges Them to Fight ManfulIy To-
gether Against the Gold Standard,
Which, lie Declares, the Administration
IL Trying TO Fasten ON tho.Country.
Daily new dominion. [volume] (Morgantown, W. Va.) 1897-1906, 1898-02-16
T. w. ANDERSON,
Real Estate & Insurance Agent
HAS FOR SALE.

Il Hotel and Livery Stable large lot o2xl44( and
very desirable frame residence with lot extending the rail
road, Front Street.
large nearly frame residence and two desirable
business houses Main Street.
Two frame and two brick residences Spruce street
Three frame residences Wiley street.
good business location with residence Walnut ST.
large and very desirable brick residence and
frame cottage on Pleasant street
A frame cottage with large lot on Hoffman
Three desirable homes Sunnyside
large boarding house University driveway,
lent the University and Glass Works
A new boarding house on Beechurst Avenue, the
Glass Works.
Also other residences and building lots in the town. on
Sunnyside and in the Beechurst Addition Morgantown
Also farms, coal and timber lands.
Transformation, do Fellows BUILDING