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Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
IN THE HOUSE.
WrnnGle Over Mr.. Tongues Attempt
10 Fire Of u Speech on PensiOna.

WrnnG1e Over Mr.. Tongues Attempt
TO Fire OF IL Speech on PensiOns.
The house was inactive for more
than an hour while the roll call was
taken and the sergeant-at-arms was
engaged in bringing in absent men,
bers to make quorum, the absence Of
which was disclosed by the roll call.
The suspension was caused by a
wrangle growing out of Mr.. Tongues
(Or) attempt to deliver general pen
sion speech when the house was con-
sidcring a private pension measure,
Mr.. Dalzell Of Pennsylvania in the
chair. Mr.. Richardson Of Tennessee
made the point Of order that the
speech Of Mr.. Tongue was not ger
main to the pending bill. Mr.. Cannon
of Illinois took issue with the Tennes-
see member. The speaker sustained
the point of order and Mr.. Cannon APP
pealed from the decision. Upon the
motion of Mr.. Richardson to table the
appeal 81 voted in the affirmative and
II in the negative. Mr.. Cannon made
the point of no quorum and call of
the house followed. 1t was more than
an hour before the requisite quorum
appeared. The appeal was then laid
on the table-134 to 9-and the consid-
Grafton of private bills proceeded.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
VIGILANT SAMPSON.
Guarding Against the Possibility of
the Spanish Fleet Getting Into HUI

Guarding Against the Possibility of
the Spanish Fleet Getting. Into Hn-
vanA.
Key West, Fla, May 29.-The great
est vigilance is being exercised to
guard against the possibility Of the
Spanish fleet getting into Havana. 1t
must be remembered that our ships
operating in waters far apart have lit
tie chance Of communicating, and Ad-
miral Sampson is operating Just as
though there was no likelihood Of the
Spanish fleet being bottled up at San
tiago de Cuba. 1t is necessary that he
should do that until he knows to GER
tain,y that the Spanish fleet is there
nay, until he knows it is there and can
not get out. He is bound to proceed on
the assumption that it is free on the
sea. He can take no chances. The
stake is too great. On that may de-
pend the continuance Of the blockading
in Havana.
1t is believed that the principal mis-
sion of the Spanish fleet was to get
Though our blockade and gain Havana
barbor. The first effect Of this would
be to raise the blockade. We wouhl
have to abandon it. A blockade to BE-
effective must be binding.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
SPANISH SCOUT.
Such the Nature of the Cruiser the
Bancroft Chased.

Such the Nature of the Cruiser the
Bancroft Chased.
Key West, May 20. - The gunboat
Wilmington brings news this morning
of mysterious Spanish scout ship off
Key West. Last night when twenty
miles off she sighted ship with three
masts and che funnel that, on seeing
her, edged off. The Wilmington was
unable to give chase, not having coal,
but soon fell in with the Bancroft,
which was looking for four-masted
Spanish cruiser with one funnel. The
Wilmington pointed out the suspicious
ship to the southeast and the Bancroft
at once gave chase.
The mysterious stranger instantly
'scooted" for the southeast and when
last seen at twilight the Bancroft was
gaining on the Spaniard. Commander
Todd expressed the opinion that the
Bancroft would lose her quarry in the
dark. There can be no doubt that this
was a Spanish scout seeking informa-
ton as to the number Of fighting ships
at this, our base Of naval operations.
One of these ships has been seen night
1y since Monday. Similar Spanish pick.
cts have also been sighted Off Tampa.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
is He BOTTLED
Some Doubt About Cervera Being Mt
Santiago.

Some Doubt About Cervera Being Mt
Santiago.
Washington, May 29.-'"To the best
of our knowledge and belief Admiral
Cervera's fleet is still locked up in the
harbor of Santiago de Cuba" This
statement was made by high official
after he had read many dispatches, in
cruding those from Port Limon, re-
porting the presence in Costa Rican
waters Of eight war vessels, and one,
it is understood, from Commodore
Schley, the contents of which was not
known. Rear Admiral Montgomery
Sicard, chairman of the war board,
also expressed his confident belief that
Admiral Cervera, with the Spanish
fleet, is still safely bottled up in the
harbor Of Santiago de Cuba. Secre-
tary Long is likewise Of the opinion
that Admiral Cervera's position is I'm.
changed. Among the subordinate Of
ficers Of the department, however,
doubt is beginning to creep in as to
the authenticity of the departments
information concerning the enemy's
men-of-war. 1t is admitted by the de-
partment and by the officers with
whom the department has been in tel
,egraphic communication that not an
American eye has rested upon the
Spanish men-of-war, the information
received being given to the scouts by
insurgents operating in the vicinity Of
Santiago de Cuba.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
Thursday, May &c.

Insurgents have attacked the Span
ish outposts Of Manila.
The president has issued a call for
$4,000 additional volunteers.
Commodore Schley has orders to see
that Admiral Cervera does not escape
from Santiago.
A great game is being played in Gu
ban waters and the situation is one Of
great suspense.
The people are in desperate straits at
Santiago de Cuba, provisions are
scarce and dear.
The first American army to sail for
foreign shores leaves San Francisco
for the Philippines.
1t is now known that American war;
ships lie off Santiago and that the
Spanish fleet lies within.
1t is reported at Madrid that the
American warships are concentrating
for an attack on Cervera.
The safe arrival of the Oregon in
American waters was a source Of
much satisfaction to navy officers. ->-a
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
SITUATION SUMMARIZED,

Gov. Hubbard of Minnesota is NOM
mated brigadier general.
Absence Of official advices from the
fleets causes Impotence.
The release Of Correspondents Thrall
and Jones is contaminated.
A Spanish feet of fourteen vessels is
sighted off Port au Prince.
Gen. Blanco cables to Madrid that
Cervera is still at Santiago.
Gen. Merritt arrives in San Fran
cisco and assumes command.
1t is believed that the navy depart
ment has received dispatches from
Commodore Schley.
Two Of the six seized Spanish steam
ers are released by the United States
court at Key West.
Citizens of Honolulu are preparing a
big reception for Uncle Sans troops
when they arrive there.
Holland asks that his submarine
boat be given n chance against the
Spanish fleet at Santiago.
The government decides to wait I'M
til absolutely certain of the location of
the Spanish feet before commencing
an aggressive forward movement.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
Saturday, May %.

Gov. Hubbard of Minnesota is nom-
mated brigadier general.
Absence of official advices from the
fleets causes imDatience.
The release of Correspondents Thrall
and Jones is consummated.
A Spanish fleet of fourteen vessels is
sighted off Port au Prince.
Gen. Blanco cables to Madrid that
Cervera is still at Santiago.
Gen. Merritt arrives in San Fran
cisco and assumes command.
1t is believed that the navy depart
ment has received dispatches from
Commodore Schley.
Two Of the six seized Spanish steam
ers are released by the United States
court at Key West.
Citizens of Honolulu are preparing a
big reception for Uncle Sans troops
when they arrive there.
Holland asks that his submarine
boat be given a chance against the
Spanish fleet at Santiago.
The government decides to wait I'M
til absolutely certain Of the location Of
the Spanish fleet before commencing
an aggressive forward movement.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02

st. Paul, May 29-The Pioneer Press
prints the following dispatches from
the New York Herald:
Port au Prince, Haiti, May 2S-It Is
reported here that Spanish fleet Of
fourteen vessels passed Mole st. Mich
.olas, going northward through the
Windward passage.
Panama, via Galveston, Tex, MAY
90. - Passengers arriving here yester-
day on an Italian steamer from Carta-
gena report that they saw three war
ships supposed to belong to the Span
ish fleet. One passenger, who had a
powerful marine glass, said that he
discerned four others. The ships were
apparently heading for Port Limon,
Costa Rica.
The Herald's correspondent at Port
Limon cables that at S o'clock yester-
day eight ships were sighted about ten
miles from the port. Owing to a heavy
fog it was impossible to distinguish the
flags Of the fleet, but from the size and
form Of the vessels it is believed that
they were warships. The eight vessels
were going in a northerly direction,
and about $50 disappeared from view
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
Friday, May 81.

Details of the formal exchange of
prisoners have been arranged.
Forty steam yachts are recommend
ed for purchase by the government.
British vessel loaded with CONTRA
band OF wa. is chased by Spaniards.
Spaniards, it is believed, are getting
anxious for peace, that is, honorable"
peace.
The officers and crew of the Oregon
are in excellent health and eager for
action.
Advices from Sagua la Grande, Cuba,
say the insurgents are growing in num-
bers every day.
Government agents are still securing
the Pacific for transports to carry
troops to Manila.
Secretary Long is satisfied that Ger
vera is still bottled up in Santiago
with Schley on the watch.
Commodore Schley sails boldly into
Cienfuegos harbor without drawing
the fire Of the enemy and helps himself
to coal.
Cuban officers consult with Gen.
Miles and Secretary Alger regarding
plan of cooperation with the Cuban
forces.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
HUBBARD A BROADER.

Minnesota's Former Governor NOmi-
mated by the President.
Washington, May 29.-The Minneso-
ia colony here was gratified to find
among a big grist Of nominations sent
to the senate yesterday the name Of
eX-Gov. Hubbard to be brigadier gen.
eral. With Gen. Hubbard in command
Of brigade, together with the ap-
pointment Of several men from the
North Star State to various positions
in the military service, Minnesota is
well represented. 1t is hoped here that
Gen. Hubbard will be given a COM
mand made up Of liberal sprinkling
Of Minnesota troops to be mustered in
under the second call.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
THEY'LL NEVER DO 1T.

Cervern Waiting for the Cndiz
Squadron to FL eak the blockade.
London, May pa dispatch to the
Financial News from Kingston, ia
maica, says: The master Of the fish
ing schooner Jane, just arrived here,
reports having picked up yawl con-
tanning two reconcentrados who had
escaped from Santiago de Cuba. He
says they told him that Admiral Ger
vera's squadron was In the harbOr.
that the vessels were coaled and
victualed and We're ready to sail
'when the Cadiz squadron arrives next
week and breaks the blockade"
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
MERRITT IN COMMAND.

The General Arrives in San Fran
cisco md Assumes His Duties.
San Francisco, May 20. - Gen. Mer-
rift, who will command the American
forces in the Philippines, and who has
just arrived from Washington, has es-
tablished his headquarters in this city
at the Palace hotel. He held a long
conference with Maj. Gen. Otis, but
will not divulge any of his plans for
the future. Gen. Otis will take up his
residence at Fort Richmond and will
have the volunteers now encamped
there under his eye at all times. He
will enforce strict discipline in the
camp from now on.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
GO WITH MERRITT.
Three of the New Brigadicrs Will
Be Assigned to the Philippine Ex-

Three of the New BrfEadicrs Will
Be Assigned to the Philippine Ex-
petition.
Washington, May 20. - Adjt. Gen.
Corbin announces that three of the
brigadier generals appointed by the
president yesterday will be officially
designated, as soon as the senate con-
firms the nominations, to command
troops in the Philippines. The gen.
erals selected for the Philippines ex-
petition are George A. Garreston Of
Cleveland, Ohio; Francis V. Greene of
New York and Charles King of Wis
consin. Gen. Merritt, who is to be
military governor of the Philippines,
wired Adjt. Gen. Corbin requesting
that Gen. King be sent with him to the
Philippines. The request was approved
and forwarded to Gen. King, and, so,
becomes to all intents and purposes, q
command. Gen. King is the we'll
known novelist and an ex-otticers Of
the United States army.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
SADNESS PREVAILS.
Poor Old Spain Having All Kinds

Poor Old Spain Having All Kinds of
Trouble.
London, May 20. - The Madrid cor
respondent of the Times, commenting
on the "Feeling Of Sadness Prevailing
in Spain," says:
1t is less on account of the ministe-
rial dissentions, which are not really
serious, than on account of fuller APP
,prehension of the difficulties of the sit
uation, namely, that it is hopeless to
expect any assistance from Europe,
even France and Russia being, since
Mr.. Chamberlain's speech, averse from
DOING anything to precipitae compiled.
tons. Spain now sees that she must
trust to herself alone in an unequal
struggle that can have only one end.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
A SHARP SKIRMISH.
Two United States Warships Have
an Exciting Experience.

an Exciting Experience.
Key West, May 26. - The United
States auxiliary tug Wampatucket
brought in story Of a sharp skirmish
off Santiago de Cuba last Wednesday.
The tug, with the auxiliary cruiser st.
Louis, went into Santiago channel to
cut the cable. While the vessels were
engaged in the work they were fired
on by the shore batteries. The st.
Louis returned the fire and lively
fusilade ensued for about half an hour.
The tug eventually succeeded in cut
ting the cable. None Of the Spanish
shots reached either boat, while
neither of them, in turn, boasts of hay
ing inflicted any damage upon the enc
my. From Santiago the two ships pro-
ceeded to GuanataimO, where they at
tempted to cut the cable but were I'M
able to succeed. This adventure was
equally harmless.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
NEWS FROM DEWEY.
Capt. Gridley, of the Olympia, Re-
ported Ill.

pOrtcu Iii.
Washington, May 29.-Navy depart
ment officials confirm the news that
the auxiliary gunboat Zafre has ar
rived at Hongkong from Manila. She
brought to Hongkong Capt. Charles v.
Gridley, Of Admiral Dewey's ship
Olympia, who is reported i'll by the
dispatches. The navy department Of
fcials are in receipt of confrmatory
news of Capt. Gridley's illness, but no
information is given as to the nature
OF seriousness of his sickness. Who
the other two officers reported inval-
ided are, could not be ascertained.
That the Zafre brought to Hongkong
dispatches from Admiral Dewey is
certain, but their contents, beyond the
mere announcement Of Capt. Gridley's
illness are locked up in the recesses Of
the bureau Of navigation.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
WAR SUMMARY.
Tuesday, May ~.

The navy department has no Official
advices from the fleets.
Maj. Gen. Wilson reviews the first
division of the First army corps.
Heavy firing was heard of the coast
of Cuba Thursday and Saturday.
Cuban officers are nettled by the
criticisms of American army officers.
No truth in the. report that Italy has
protested against the blockade of Cuba.
Roosevelt and his rough riders ex-
pect to go to Cuba within the next two
days.
Some erroneous statements regarding
the bombardment of San Juan cor
rected.
Spain will protest to the powers
against the flying of the Spanish flag
by American warships.
The Spanish minister of the interior
announces in the cortes that the gov
eminent is likely to resort to privateer-
ing.
Lloyds reports the arrival at Para,
Brazil of three American warships.
The only warships in thu: vicinity are
the Oregon, Nictheroy and Marietta.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
HOLLANDS SCHEME.
Wants His Submarine Boat to DO
Given a Trial Against tho Spans

W0n1D HIS SUbMNrIhe BONt TO DO
Given Trial Against tho Span
iards.
Washington, May 90. 1t is an
nounced that Holland, the inventor of
the submarine boat Of that name, is
expected here to discuss with Capt.
O'Neil, chief Of ordnance, the FEAST
bility of using that novel craft in an
attack upon the Spanish squadron at
Santiago, if the vessels are still there.
The officials are disposed to receive in
a kindly spirit any suggestion that
might prove to be valuable in this line,
and they will talk with Mr. Holland
over the details of his scheme, proba-
bly, on the basis of compensation to
be paid to him for each Spanish vessel
destroyed.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
Saved from n LYNX.

Stephen, Mimi, May 80. - A large
lynx was killed within half a mile of
this village by James Gillespie. The
lynx was following two small girls
and would have undoubtedly killed
them had it not been for the hunter.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
HOT SPEECH
BY eoRMAN
ARGUES IN SUPPORT OF A TAX ON
coRroaAr1oss.

Decision of the Supreme Court De-
claring the Income Tax Uncon-
stitutiona1 nac,,-oa IN, Tho ns..
land Senator 10 He "Infnmous"-
MIR. Gorl.:in Takes Issue With the
Majority of the Democrats-Mr.
Nelson Argues against the Issue
of Legal fender Notes - The
House Gets Into a wransle Over
Pension Business,
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
Suitch,,nn Killed.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa. May 29.-Geo.
Sype, a switchman in the employ or
the Chicago Northwestern in this city,
met a terrible death when lie was
caught beneath the wheels of switch
engine and suffered complet tie decapita'
ton
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
Practically Ended.

Buenos Ayres, Argentina, May o.
Rio Janeiro sends word that the nego-
tiations for an extradition treaty be-
tween the United States and Brazil are
practically ended The prospects for
early signatures are excellent.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
Skull Fractured.

Ames, Iowa. May 29.-While playing
in the yard the siX-year-old daughter
of A. L. Lee Of this city was kicked in
the face by a horse. Her skull was
fractured and she is in very critical
condition. 1
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
The Normnns Free,

Stephen, MIMI, May 29.-The three
Norman brothers, who were indicted,
charged with the murder of the old
man Neystrom, in Roseau county, and
who have been on trial at Roseau the
past week, have been acquitted.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
SIGHTED the Yale.

Kingston, Jamaica, May 20. - The
steamer Beda, from Halifax, arrived at
Kingston. She reports passing the
United States cruiser Yale cruising in
the Windward passage off the Mole st.
Nicholas.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
MAKE SURE
OF CERvERA
THEN AN AGGRESSIVE FORWARD
MOVEMENT WILL BEGIN.

The Govern ment Determined Not to
Hurry Forward the Invasion of
Cuba Until Absolutely Certain of
the Location Of the Spanish
SqundrOn-Omclal Circles Share
Is Trapped in Santiago, but the
Absence of Omcinl Confirmation
From the Fleets Causes ImDa-
tiencc-Dispatch Boats Will De
Sent in Guest of Information.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
Foil Retxyeen Cars.

Appleton, Mimi, May 20. = William
Peterson, & laborer, while attempting
to board the east-bound passenger
train on his way to Bird Island, fell
between the cars, which ran over him,
severing his right arm and right leg.
He died in a few hours.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
n,uck nil. Ouotn.

Sturgis. S. D., May 2G-Quartered in
a special train Of ten cars the Black
Hills contingent Of Grigsby's cowboys
have departed. a thousand friends es-
corted the troops to the train and the
most pronounced enthusiasm prevailed.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
Make n Good Showing,

Chickamauga, Ga, May 49, The
most noteworthy event of the day was
the inspection of the Second division
of the First corps by Gen Breckenridge
and staff. The general was satisfied
with the result of his inspection, and
states that the men acquitted them
selves remarkably well for the length
of time they have had for preparation.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
Rnchcfnrt PriCkeI.

Paris, May 29.-As the outcome OF an
election dispute II. Henri Rocheforl,
the editor of rIntransiegeant and NJ.
Gerault Richard, the former socialist
deputy, fought a duel. M. Rochefort
was pricked Oh his right hand.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
SC0lled to Death.

Kenyon, Mimi, May 29.-A child of
Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Walkenhauser
was scalded to death by falling into
tub Of boiling water that the mother
was about to use for mopping the
floor.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
Wednesday,, May rs.


This was a day Of sensational was
rumors.
Cabinet officers discredit the rumor
of q battle.
The waters south of Cuba are now
the scene of great naval activity.
A supposed Spanish hospital ship at
Martinique it transpires is loaded with
coal.
From the best information obtaina-
bic the Spanish fleet is still at Santa
go de Cuba.
Assistant Secretary Meikeljohn finds
great difficulty in securing transports
for troops on the Pacific.
All cables connecting Cuba have
now been cut except the one at Santi-
ago and that will be cut at once.
Spanish consul at Kingston, Jamaica,
asks for the right to search the Adula
when it arrives from Cienfuegos and
his request is refused.
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
AffnlaaMfc SuiGiIO

Marshalltown, Iowa. May 29.--Dan-
Tel higgins. we'll known character
about the city. attempted suicide by
shooting himself in the head. The
outcome is uncertain
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
lightning Strikes Him Dead,

Fairfield, Mimi, May 20. - Henry
Evenson, residing three miles south,
was struck by lightning and killed.
He was standing in the barn door
When struck
Courier Democrat. (Langdon, N.D.) 1891-1920, 1898-06-02
BIG FLEET
OF WARSH|PS
SIGHTED GOING NORTH THROUGH
THE WINDwARD PASSAGE.
believed to BE Spanish ve..e,. IN,

believed to BE Spanish Vessels and
They Number Fourtccn-Italian
Steamer Arrived Mt Galveston Re-
ports Having Seen a Namber of
Warships Supposed to Belong to
the spnniah Tlcet-Report from
Port Limon, Costa Rica, Also
Speaks of Having Seen WnrshiDs
Sailing Ia n Northcrly Direction.
Peninsula enterprise. [volume] (Accomac, Va.) 1881-1965, 1898-04-02
Ready For War.

"Are you for peace or war, JudSe""
asked Post reporter of that eminent
citizen and erstwhile Consul, Judge
William G.. Riley, of Virginia, at the
Riggs.
The Judge surveyed the questioner
with look almost contelnptuous:
"Sir, 1 would have you know that |
was born in Fightersville, on the
Eastern Shore of the Old Dominion.
From my earliest infancy L nave
gloried in a scrap. Man is born for
carnage. l dote on any sort OF a
fight, and would have been a glad
iator had 1 lived in the palmy days
when Rome was mistress of the
world. have journeyed all the way
to the City of Mexico more than once
to witness bull fight. People who
say it is a. barberous sport make me
tired with their e1feininacy. 1t is
only degenerate who believes in
peace at any price.
.War with Spain? Certainly. and
the only thing that worries me is
that we have such an Insignificant
foe. Would that England, Germany,
France, Italy, Austria, Russia, aud
all the rest of Europe were league.d
with Spain in this quarrel, for It
would then demonstrate our real
ability to fight. 1t is sad to think
that we have to lick one sorry little
monarchy instead of conquering a
foeman worthy of our steel. But it
is worth while, all the same, Just to
keep our hand in.n-Washington
Post, 9th.