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Stikeen River journal. (Fort Wrangel, Alaska) 1898-1899, 1898-07-30
A Hero.

The ashes of Capt. Charles V. Grid
ley. of the flagship Olympia, of the
Asiatic squadron, were consigned to
the tomb at Erie, Pa. July 18th. And
there rests al that is mortal of one Of
the heroes of the present war. When
the Asiatic squadron was ordered into
action at Manila Captain Gridley was
sick abed, but he begged to be allowed
to fight his ship. The request was
granted. and it was to him that Ad-
miral Dewey gave that cool command,
which will live in history-"You may
fire when ready, Gridley.' After the
battle the Olympia's captain was given
sick leave, and he started for home,
and his beloved country, in hopes of
having his health restored but died
enroute. The ceremonies attending
his departure are told by McCutcheon
the Records correspondent with Dew
ey's fleet "All the men on the Olym-
pa were drawn up in muster just before
he left the ship, and a boats crew of
officers rowed him over in the captain 5
gig. to the Zatiro. on which he was to
go to Hongkong. The band Of the
Olympia played Aud Lang Syne' as he
left and then switched to The Girl |
Left Behind Me- rs he reached the
Zafiro, and just as the ship got under
way. swung into the strains of Home
Sweet Home. AS the Zafiro passed
between the Baltimore and Boston, the
crews were lined up on both vessels and
the Baltimore's band caught up the
fading notes of the Olympia's music
and played Home. Sweet Home until
the figure of the departing captain was
only white patch against the dark
shadows of the Zatiro's awnings. AS long
as he was in ear shot, the cheers of the
crews hoated out to him, and the best
wishes of l,500 men went with him. "
1t was an affecting scene, a testimonial
of comradship which exists among the
gallant men of our navy. No greater
honor could have been paid their gal
liant captain than this tribute of love
and respect from the men with whom
he had fought for the success and glory
of their country.
Stikeen River journal. (Fort Wrangel, Alaska) 1898-1899, 1898-07-30

In a recent issue of the Tacoma
Ledger appears an interview
with one o. G.. Stone, late of
WrangeI, in which said Stone is
quoted as abusing everything and
everybody connected with Wran-
gel and the Stikeen river route.
1t is to be regretted that such a
reputa BILE paper as the Ledger
should be deluded into publish
ing any statement coming from
such a rake as Oscar, whose
avidity to rush into print, is the
result of moral coWardice and an
effort to excuse his own short
comingS. Stone came to Wran-
gel on a shoestring during the
spring rush with not even repu-
tation to loose, and after hang
ing out a sign, proceeded at once
to devote his attention to shady
business transactions and the
consumption of liquor. Money
did not flow into his Golfers as
rapidly as he expected, and he
soon learned that the people of
Wrangel were not to be duped as
easily as he had supposed. His
career while in our city is too
we'll known to require extended
mention, and the JOURNAL will
not smirch it's columns with a
recitation of drunken debauch,
immortality and shame, ending in
a cowardly departure, with ru-
mors of criminal prosecution
everywhere heard. 1t will be
gratifying to our many readers
to know that "Wilde' Oscar did
not get away with any of his ILL.,
gotten gains, as he was carefully
searched on board the steamer
by one of his many creditors and
found to possess less than ten
dollars.
Stikeen River journal. (Fort Wrangel, Alaska) 1898-1899, 1898-07-30

VIM. j. Brvan's regiment of
Nebraska volunteers was ordered
to join Gen. Fitzhugh Lees corps
at Jacksonville. He will advo-
cate the use OF silver bullets for
his command. His hot shots in
favor of that metal should prove
very effective against the dons.
Stikeen River journal. (Fort Wrangel, Alaska) 1898-1899, 1898-07-30

The seconds of Spain appear
satisfied that their principal is
defeated. Her hackers know
their money is gone. Yet Spain,
poor Spain, refuses to yield, and
silently awaits a knock out blow.
Keep your eyes on Watson and
Miles.
Stikeen River journal. (Fort Wrangel, Alaska) 1898-1899, 1898-07-30

"Grecnland's Icy Mountains"
Walter Wellman and his Attic
expedition, on board the steam
whaler Fridtjof arrived at Var
doe July 16, having left Arch
angel on the 9Th. They sailed
north on the 18th.
Stikeen River journal. (Fort Wrangel, Alaska) 1898-1899, 1898-07-30

The peace party at Madrid is
growing. The hopelessness of
the struggle seems to be recog-
nized by the cabinet. Its growth
should be more spontaneous for
soon there'll be few pieces left.
Stikeen River journal. (Fort Wrangel, Alaska) 1898-1899, 1898-07-30

Cervera renders an account of
his fleet: Before, heap scrap;
after, scrap heap.
Stikeen River journal. (Fort Wrangel, Alaska) 1898-1899, 1898-07-30

"He who steals my purse, etc
a la Stone, tries to steal the good
name of the whole community.
Stikeen River journal. (Fort Wrangel, Alaska) 1898-1899, 1898-07-30

Acting Admiral Sampson de-
stroyed Ccrvera's fleet on paper.
Commander Schley destroyed
the same fleet in the Caribbean
sea. SIMPSONS slick, but not
Schley.
Stikeen River journal. (Fort Wrangel, Alaska) 1898-1899, 1898-07-30

Sampson slew the Philiistines
off Santiago with his jaw bone.
His locks should be shOrn.
Stikeen River journal. (Fort Wrangel, Alaska) 1898-1899, 1898-07-30

Possibly Spain has issued let.
tiers of marque to "Admiral'
Porter, late of Wrangel.
Stikeen River journal. (Fort Wrangel, Alaska) 1898-1899, 1898-07-30
Chinese Agitation.

The leading members of the
new China party are gathering
at Canton, from all parts of the
world, to aid in the rebellion
against the the present govern
Stikeen River journal. (Fort Wrangel, Alaska) 1898-1899, 1898-07-30

Price list on all other furs and skins
furnished on application. Full prices
guaranteed, careful selection, courteous
treatment, and immediate remittance
Stikeen River journal. (Fort Wrangel, Alaska) 1898-1899, 1898-07-30
THE
Providence
FUR 90,

PROVIDENCE, r. l.,
Wants all kinds of raw furs,
skins, ginseng, seneca, etc.
Prices quoted for the next sixty days
Stikeen River journal. (Fort Wrangel, Alaska) 1898-1899, 1898-07-30

SATURDAY. JULY 30. ls!e.
Stikeen River journal. (Fort Wrangel, Alaska) 1898-1899, 1898-07-30
Notice for Publication.

)ate of first publication. July 0. 1898.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Dictator of Manila.

WASHINGTON, July pa despatch
from Colonel Anderson at Manila says
that Aguinaldo has declared a dictator
ship over the island and has placed the
inhabitants under martial law.
The natives have no idea that the I'm
tied States intend to have any interesti in
the island after the war and they ex-
pect independence.
A cabinet of the Philippines has
been formed by Aguinaldo at Bacoor
and the members of the body are as
follows: President, Gen. Aguinaldo; ;
Secretary of war, Baldimiro Aguinaldo,
nephew of the General Secretary OF the
Interior, Leandro Ibaira; Secretary OF
State, Mariana Trias.
Everything on the island is at stand
still. The blockade by Dewey's fleet is
working the desired result and its ef-
fectiveness will be much in evidence
when the time comes for the decisive
battle for supremacy. The American
victory will be easily accomplished for
even now the defenders of the island
are showing the effects OF scarcity OF
supplies.
The plan is TO delay the lombard
ment and Invasion until all the troops
arrive from America, in that way be-
inc able to avoid bloodshed as much as
possible as an overwhelming force Will
soon effect a surrender of the enemy.
1t is considered at the war depart
ment that sufficient troops have already
arrived there to warrant the Immediate
opening of hostilities. 1t is though
best. however, to leave the matter
largely to the discretion of Dewey, an'
it is understood that he will wait until th'
I arrival of all the troogs before he nc
mands the surrender, unless the insur
, cents by their action make an earle
X move necessary.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
OLD OFFENDER TAKEN.
Blockade Runner Newfoundland Seiz-
ed as a Prize.
HAD ALMOST MADE PORT.
Caught by the Cruiser MayfiOwef, the Late
Ogden Goelet's Yacht - Sent In
Charge of Prize Crew
to Charleston.

Key West, July %. - The au-Slary
cruiser Mayfiower, formerly the late Og-
den Goelet's yacht, which is attached
to the blockading squadron, has arrived
at this port. She has been stationed
on the southern coast of Cuba, main
tanning the blockade recently proclaim
ed against certain ports there.
Commander Mckenzie reports that on
Tuesday evening while the Mayfiower
was off Cienfuegos the British steam
ship Newfoundland was sighted head
ing for the bay The Mayfiower imme-
diately gave chase and sent two solid
shots at her. The Newfoundland hove
to quickly after the second shot was
fired, and the Mayflower proceeded to
take possession of her prize. A prize
crew was put aboard the vessel, and
she was headed for Charleston. The
Mayfiower then proceeded to this port.
The Newfoundland Is an old blockade
offender and has given our vessels con-
siderable trouble. She was warned
away from Guantanamo early in July
by the Marblehead, as she was laden
with provisions. She sailed on this trip
from Halifax on July 8, carrying
heavy cargo of provisions. She cleared
tOr kingston ana vera STuZ ouI NCS-
sells have been watching for her, as 1t
was suspected that she would try to
make a run for some Cuban port.
Almost Got Away.
The blockade runner almost succeed
ed in making port, for she was near
the bay when the Mayflower overhauled
her. The Newfoundland Is a screw
steamship of 56S tons. She is 212 feet 5
inches long, 29 feet S inches broad and
20 feet inches in depth Of hold. She
was built at Quebec in 1872. Her owner
Is ]. A. Farquhar.
While the Mayflower was lying off
Havana last week she picked up five
Cubans who had escaped from the city
on fishing boats. The men say thsy fled
from Havana because of impending
starvation. They say the situation is
very grave there. Each day food grows
scarcer and conditions worse. They had
| for days been unable to get scarcely
anything to eat. The Spaniards are d.
vided on the question of peace or war.
The surrender of Santiago has Gre
ated a deep impression in all circles.
The Spaniards having property are be-
ginning to realize the hopeless nature
Of the struggle and are crying for peace
On the other hand, many are in favor OF
fighting to the end.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Garcia Still Leads.

SANTIAGO, Thursday-Notwithstand-
ing Garcia's bitter complaint to Shafer
that he had been ignored and that the
restoration of the Spanish civil rights
to Santiago was an affront to him and
in consequence he had been forced to
tender his resignation as general of the
Cuban army, he is still going on with
his preparations for the contest with the
Spanish forces as though nothing had
happened to cause breach in the
friendly feeling between him and the
United States.
lie will issue decree authorizing all
the Cubans, including those Of his owr
forces who have been driven from thcl
plantations, to return home.
Garcia's attitude is inexp)icable.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Hobson Welcomed Home.

NEW YORK, July 22.-The cruiser
St. Paul, Captain Sigsbee commanding
arrived this morning from Guantanamo
after four days trip. Naval Con-
structor Hobson of Merrimac fame was
on board, accompanied by two men
with hand bags.
lie left Immediately for Washington
and it is believed that he brings reports
from Sampson of the engagement July
3rd. in which Cervera's fleet was des-
troyed.
No man ever received warmer well
come to America than did this young
hero.
An immense crowd chcered him upon
his arrival and everywhere he appears
along his journey crowds gather 10
greet him.
Lieut. Hobson was not in uniform but
wore an apparently mistit suit negllsee
shirt and Derby hat.
He said he had inspected the wreck
of the Spanish ships and is certain ina
if promptly done the Colon and lercs'
can be saved. The Oquendo is a tota
wreck but the Vizcaya is not SO bad' ant
some of her guns may yet be secured
Should a heavy gale spring up al
the work upon the wrecks will go 10
naueht. That is why he is hurrylng t
Washington to explain the necessity u
making a contract for the inmedla'
raising of the ship
He was modest when lnter''e"e
abo,,t the sinking Of the Merr'mac all
would say nothing upon that s"oJe'
cxcclt that the stery had all been Pu'
lishcd.
lie will visit Annapolis and thank Az
,;r,l Cervera for the kindness eXtcnuc
n him while he was his prisoner.
There is liklihood of his be'n
or,,orod to return to Santiago TO 100
after the raising of the ships.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
From Chickamauga

CHCKAMAUGA PARK. Ga, July 21.--
Idle conjectures and rumors OF move
mcnt forward by the First Vermont
which have been continually running
through the camp have at length given
place to prospects of some certainty.
Your correspondent is in position to
state that the officers of the regiment
are now sanguine that the First YER
mont will form part of the expedition
against Porto Rico. The ground upon
which the hope is based cannot, for
obvious reasons be given, but the infor-
nation should not for that reason be re-
ceived with any less credit. The news
has hardly yet spread through the camp
but so far as it has penetrated it been
received with tho deepest satisfaction
even by the most timid and less bellig-
erent members of the regiment. The
dangers and hardships which the change
NAV entail are so remote that they
press lightly upon the imagination.
But the dull monotOnouS routine OF camp
life is a condition to be escaped from at
any sacrifice.
In this connection some Specification
is mutually attached to the fact that AZ
more mules and II wagons were added
to the equipment of the regiment this
morning, although the number before
were wholly adequate for camp work.
Col. Clark has been granted 80 days
extension of leave because of pool
health. He will return to Vermont
Lieut.. Col. Mimms, who has practically
had command of the regiment since iii
arrival at Camp Thomas. will continue
in command. Free Press.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Amazed At Their Speed.

WAslrINGroN, July 22.-The state
mcnt as issued today shows that out Oh
,he 277 500 men authorized by Congress-
o5A 40 have been mustered in.
The recruiting, mastering e4u'pplos
and placing in the field of the present
oreat army of nearly 800, 900 men In
less than 80 days is regarded by army
ox,erts as a wonderful achievement.
The officers OF the great armies OF
Europe have been amazed at Tut
o,,ount Of work accomplished.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Miles Waiting.

WASHINGTON, July 22,-Ihe war de-
partment today received telegram
showing that Miles was still at Guam
tanamo Thursday evening. 1t was as
follows:
"The following troops are with me
on board the transports in Guantanamo
harbor en- route for Porto Rico.
"Four light batteries of the third and
fourth artillery; battery c fifth artil-
lery; Sixth Massachusetts; 275 recruits
from the fifth corps; GO men for the
Signal Corps and the seventh hospital
corps, 3.4l5 men in all
Signed MILES"
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Cleaning Up.

PLAYA DEL ESTE. Friday. = Gen.
Wood of the Rough Riders was appoint
ed military governor Of Santiago yester-
day to succeed Gen. McKibbon, who is
sick and is to return to his old duties.
Squads of natives today set abou
cleaning the streets and burying the
dead.
Many other steps to improve the sani-
tary condition are also being taken.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Rumors of a Conference.

PARIS, July 22.-Le Martin today
publishes articles as follows:
..While nothing definite is known II
:, r,mored that the Spanish Ambassador
.o rr,rce has been instructed to ap-
,,roocb Gen. Horace Porter, the Ameri'
an ambassador to France with IA view
- onopinr peace negotiations Up to
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Blanco's Degree.

HAVANA, July 22.-Gen. Banco has
issued proclamation announcing the
captulation of Santiago.
lie says the surrender was due wholly
to the lack of food and supplies.
lie says the occupation by the Ameri-
cans was lacking in strategic importance
and that this reverse to the Spanish
forces will have no effect on further de-
velopments tf the Spanish campaign.
The Spanish army is sure to be trump
hant
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Colby-Pepper Case Over

CAE1sEA, VT, July 22.- The trial of
Herbert Colby and Mrs. w. A. Pepper
at the Orange County Court was closed
Yesterday afternoon after three days
continuance.
The jury was out 80 minutes and re
turned verdict of mot oYguilty."
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Killed by Hair OIL.

Berlin, N. H., July 22-Daniel Jack OF
Boston and Daniel Neddy of Whitefield.
N. H., are dead as the result of drinking
hair renewer. The men thought the
preparation was liquor and took 1t by
mistake They were employed by the
Blanchard & Twitchell company here.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Driving the Spaniards'

MANILA, july a2.-The ins"rs'n'' NJ,
are gradually getting their artillery S Nj,
,o n,' action against Pondo, SAINT" Meso
~ nd Malate. They have driven the
,. Sn.riards from the trenches at Ma'afe'
Tho Spanish still expect that Camar'
v;,l arrive there this week
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Lacks Confirmation

LONDON, July 22.-The statement
that Senior Lemazo had said that peace
would soon be concluded between 'he
1ruited States and Spain called out con-
Siderable comment here, but inquiries
among official circles fail 10 .''''"' u
4 hn rn1,Ort.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Our postottice In Hawaii.

Washington. July %. - Postmaster
General Emory Smith says that the
United States domestic postal service
will be extended to the Hawaiian Is
lands as soon as the flag is raised there.
The details have not yet been worked
out. but it has been determined to make
as few changes as possible.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Rumors Still Afoat.

MADRID, July 22.-The minister OF
nublic instructians, Senior Lemazo, IS
authority for the statement that peace
honorable to the Spanish army will DC
shortly concluded.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
TOstmasters Appointed.

Washington, July 22.-The following
fourth class postmasters have been ap-
pointed:
New Jersey-Lodi, James w. Mercer.
New York-Raulah, Carlton F. Pratt.
Pennsylvania - Creighton George B.
Burchinal; Bessemer, c. O. Ward: Pat
rick, Maria j. Kirkwood; Townville, l..
T, Case
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Camara Will Wait.

GIBRALTAR, July 22.--Tt is reported
that Camara's squadron is expected at
Centa. opposite here, soon where they
will wait for events.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Another Appointment

WASHINGTON, July 22,-The rres,'
dent has appointed Ferdi"'n" c,o1., W.. r11S ,r
G Of chicago as Commissioner ''"'''' u
tho Paris exposition
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
Foul Plpy.

BosroS, july 22.-Tho bodies Oh s.s
infants each wrapped in paper w weie
s".,n1 :, j., vacant lot this morning. lhere
,.,oro some evidences of foul play
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22
He is Welcomed by Many Cheers.
GARCIA ACTS STRANGELY.

this afternoon no such meeting has oc-
Cured, any. negotiations however will
be absolutely secret until they assume
an official character.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22

We shall have Black Currants direct
from the growers. Place your orders
with us. EASTMAN BROS.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1898-07-22

Get your Black Currants of EASTMAN
BROS.
Arizona republican., 1898-10-10
THE STORY OF A DRUM.

i regiment in motion and the rattle O.
 a drum, With rat, tat, tat." and ''rat, tat,
 tum,''
 Fear is On the face Of some, Others stepping with aplomb, And steady is the batter and the chatter
 Of the drum. Sweeping lin5s in evolution, fast the
 wheeling columns come, A thousand men are stepping to the
 tapping of the drum; There are counterances gium, There are senses dull and numb, But boy is stepping proudly-there IS
 playing on the drum. The rage and rear Of battle and the
 rattle of a drum, The shrapnel shot are flying with a
 ''zip,' and ''zum." Cruel shells exploding come, And the bullets hiss and hum, But a drum still echoes loudly-Will 1t
 then be never mum? Darkness on the fsld Of battle, where
 bodyseekers come, The storm of death is ended; displayed
 the struggles sum; A pallid face, a drum, There is blood, and both are dumb 4 story of drummer and a story of
 a drum.
 -Unid unified.
Arizona republican., 1898-10-10
WILL HAVE THEIR EYES OPENED.

To read the utterances of the Paris newspapers concerning the peace con- ference, one might suppose that it was America and not Spain that got thrash ed in the recent war This is one of ths things that must be unlearned be- fore the proceedings can proceed.
Arizona republican., 1898-10-10
s5.6O HOT SPRINGS AND RETURN

The s. F. P. & P. will make the above lew rate to Castle Creek Hot Springs (and proportonally low rates from other points in this line) from now until October 31, and the hotel rates will also be greatly reduced, making it as low as $10 to S15 per week. Tickets good returning within ten days. Full information given at city ticket office, fl West Washington street. E. w. GILLETT,
 General Agent.