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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06

day, brought intelligence OF an engage
ment between Spanish troops and insur-
gents In Habana province, I'm which
colonel Juan Delgado. the insurgent
leader, and four men were Killed. and
the spanish lost twenty-one. No further
details are known. and even these are OBJ
tanned from hearsay In Habana. Even
'ne date OK the engagement is not glyer.
although IL Is understood to be- OF recent
occurrence.
The steamer Olivette will reach here
tonight but will not be permitted TO en-
ter the inner harbor, owing TO the new
port regulations governing the movement
or vessels here during the war. Commo-
dore Watson Is a passenger on the
Olvette
\ naval officer OF high rank told the
correspondent Of the Associated Press to-
hlght that the division OF Admiral Samp-
sons squadron, already indicated from
Washington will In all probability go
into effect forthwith. Commodore Watson
VIII raise his flag on the cruiser Cincin-
natl. and his command will include other
cruisers and gunboats.
Commoder Remey, who will command
the other division of the feet. Rear-Ad-
miral Sampson being commander of both
divisions, is expected here in a few days.
HABANA BLOCKADE.
Ihe conditions of the Habana blockade
remain unchanged. the line being rigidly
kept by the Montgomery and other
cruisers, under Captain Converse, who Is
still In temporary command
The censorship Of dispatches here con-
tinues very strict
SPANIARDS FORTIFYING.
Captain Lyons, OF the gunboat Dolphin.
which has been cruising for eleven days
along the western coast Of Cuba saws
there Is great activity on shore Though
out that section and especially in Bahia
Honda. Groups of Spaniards can be seen
working on imprOvsed fortfcatons of
all kinds. Earth-works have been thrown
up all along the coast and apparent pre-
paratiOns against invasion are being
made.
During her cruise the Dolphin held up
eighteen vessels, all OF which were re-
leased, except the Spanish fishing
schooner Lolo, which was sent I'm here
the other day. The Dolphin had pre-
viously taken the Lolo, but had released
her on her captains promise to go in
shore and remain there. Not long after
ward the Dolphin again found the Loo
cruising, and apparently signalling
Information 10 some one on shore. The
Spaniard was then captured, despite the
protestation that she was not |
signalling.
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NOTES FROM HABANA.
Protest 10 MckinIey-First Session or
New Congress.

HABANA, May 5.-This morning, at
about S o'clock, four American vessels
passed in front of Habana.
The British steamer strathdene, Cap
tain Currie entered the Isabella harbor,
and was ordered to return 10 Progresso.
Some days ago the American fleet in
structed her owners that she would be
returned.
Ii IL reported here that the British gun
boat Alert is at Santiago de Cuba.
A meeting held AT the City Hall in
Union de Reyes adopted resolution,
the substance Of which was sent 10 Senor
Galvez, president Of the council OF sec
retaries. and President Mckinley. pro-
testing against "the proposal 10 impose
upon the island government contrary
10 it's aspirations
The new Colonial Congress held its first
session at noon to-day. Former civil
Governor Jose Bruzon was elected presi-
dent of the Senate, and Senior Jose
Manuel de Cueto. president Of the lower
house.
The French steamer La t'ayette has
been all the evening in sight of Habana,
and il is believed that she Will enter the
harbor tomorrow morning
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
WHO Is THIS SECRET ENEMY.
Attempt To Arouse Prejudice Against
America in London.

LONDON, May "a remarkable and
mysterious attempt to influence public
opinion in London through circulars dis
tributed in the streets during the busiest
hours began last evening. While the
theatres We're emptying many men were
employed in handing dodgers Of yellow
paper with large headlines, reading:
why the United States is making war
upon Spain"
Under this heading were extracts from
the remarks recently made by Edward
j. Phelps former United States Minister
TO Great Britain. and who. from a legal
standpoint, expressed the opinion that
the United states was not justified in
going 10 war with Spain. These extracts
were accompanied by quotations from
alleged pro-Spanish newspapers printed
i'm America and pro-Spansh papers pub
lished IN Great Britain.
Up to the present it has been impos-
sible 10 ascertain who Is financiering this
street propaganda.
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Honse of Representatives.
Last Of the Maine.

our souvenir picture OF the ill-fsteS
United States battleship Maine has beer
exceedingly popular with our readers
Having a very limited number on hand
this is to give notice that we will close
our offer with this week. so that those
desirous of obtaining the picture should
lose no time in sending in their orders
accompanied with coupon and cents
to the PICTURE DEPARTMENT.
THE DISPATCH COMPANY
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
I.TI< ENED TO BANDITS.
Madrid ImpareiaI Raves at England
and United states.


MADRID. May 5.-The impartial to-
day, commenting upon the speech which
the Marquis of Salisbury delivered yes
terday at the annual meeting of the
Primrose League, in London, says
"His bitter words will arouse the lndig-
nation of all lovers of justice. Lord Sal
isbury voiced the theory that might is
right One may extend a parallel Il
powerful and weak nations in the follow
ins manner:
There are cOnscienceless nations
whlch employ ironclads as the bandit
uses the knife There are nations which
sacrifice their aspirations TO justice and
pride Of race. The strong Powers must
beware OF the despair OF those they de-
sire 10 despOil. These Powers are pre-
pairing a terrible close of the nineteenth
century. At both Washington and Lon
don the fact is solemn,y proclaimed that
robbery is legal"
DISTURBANCES CONTINUE.
The disturbances, caused by the high
price and scarcity OF food, continue in the
Spanish provinces. There have been fire.
auent conflicts between the rioters and
the civil guards. and looting and shooting
are reported from various points.
At Barcelona there has been a renewed
run on the bank, the holders OF notes de-
manding silver.
A mob of about 5000 striking miners has
made q mmultuous demonstration at
Alurcia capital OF the province OF that
name, thirty miles from the port ot
Carthagena. They shouted, Death to
tempted to set fire 10 the railroad depot
and other buildings. and then began
movement toward Carthagena. A strong
force of troops. however. prevented the
rioters from moving on the port. A num-
ber of men were wounded
CARTHAGENA is THREATENED.
Disturbances are also threatened at
Carthagena, where martial law has been
proclaimed.
Similar scenes have occurred at Ovideo
and Leon and al number of other towns
where factory hands have struck work.
The strikers are parading the streets, de-
manding cheap bread and stoning houses.
The steps taken by the authorities have
resulted I'm the restoration of peace at
Malaga. where the British steam yacht
Lady of Clemel was recently stoned and
driven out OF the harbor Ii appears that
the Malaga mob thought she was an
American vessel.
IMPORT DUTY SUPPRESSED.
The bill introduced In the Cortes to
prohibit the expectation OF corn. -four.
rye. maize, potatoes. and fruits. and sup |
pressing the duty on the importation OF
those articles. is intended TO checknate |
the spectators who, owing to the enor- |
nous premium on exchange, now Ill per |
cent, commenced immense expectations
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telegraph and telephone liaes. are en-
gagged In siege operations. and In the de-
struction OF works OF the enemy They
are considered the highest branch OF the
service. and are better paid than other
troops Second-class privates receive xl7
and first class privates 81 per month.
Non-commissioned officers receive from
go to s35. While only intelligent men are
wanted. they need not necessarily have
technical skill.
Those who desire TO enter the United
States volunteers and have been disap-
pointed through failure TO have their SER
vices. will doubtless have an opportunity
on more favorable terms than otherwise.
Captain Barrow can be communicated
With at his residence. No. eO3 Floyd ave-
nue., and will be glad to hear from any
body in the State Of Virginia who may
desire to volunteer, and would like es-
pecially TO hear from some Of his old
pupils at the Mechanics Institute. He
enlisted several men while in Washing
ton.
RICHMOND COMPANIES FULL.
The Richmond companies have reached
their full quota, and are ready to be or
dered TO Camp Lee.
Company +, which was the first to
recruit up to the maximum. has the
eighty-fOur men absolutely enrolled The
other companies have not really enlisted
their maximum strength, but they have
enough men sin hand" as an officer OF one
the companies said. to assure them their
quota when the order to mobilize is re-
ceiveG.
There are a great many men. not only
in Richmond. but throughout the State,
who are willing. and desire to enlist, but
Will not do so. fearing the troops may not
be ordered into active service. Many of
these will be enrolled when the mobiliza-
ton order Is issued.
HORSE GUARD DRILL.
The Stuart Horse Guard held their first
their reorganization. The rain deferred
some Of the members from being present,
but the troop showed up well. and con-
siderable enthusiasm was manifested
of enlistments were made. among
the new men TO sign being Hon. Charles
NJ Wallace.
WEIGHT STANDARD FOR RECRUITS.
The United States recruiting station. es-
tablished i'm ihis city. is kept very busy
at this time examining those who pre-
sent themselves for service in the army.
The sergeant said yesterday that the
daily average OF applicants received was
about sixteen, but the examination Is so
strict, that only about two out OF this
number are accepted. No change has
been made in the regulations on account
Of the war. beyond the lowering of the
weight standard from l3S to l35 pounds.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
Reduced Rates to baltimore and Re-
turn via Il. +. Il Il. X. Il. ON Account
of QuadrenniaI Conference. Metho-
dist Episcopal Church. south.

For this occasion the Richmond, Frede-
ricksburg and Potomac Railroad Com
pany will sell round-trip tickets, OF IRON
clad signature form. Richmond TO Balti-
more, at rate of $3.50 each for the round
trip. Tickets on sale May 4th. 9th. 10th.
and nth, final limit May 3lst. continuous
passage in each direction.
An extension of final limit to June 18th
may be obtained If tickets are deposited
with Pennsylvania railroad agent at Bal
timore on or before May 18th.
G. A. TAYLOR,
Traffic Manager.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
THE CUBAN PARLIAMENT.
First Congress Under Autonomy
brilliant Opening-BiancO Speaks.

Copyright. 1895. by the Associated Press)
HABANA, May 4.-(Delayed in Trans
mission.)-With great ceremony Inc hrst
Congress of Cuba. held under the au-
ionomous form of government, was for
mally opened to-day by Captain-General
Blanco. Every effort was made by the
Spanish officials TO give brilliancy TO the
occasion There was a procession and
an imposing military display. The streets
were decorated with flags and banners,
and the CaptainGeneral made what was
intended TO be an impressive speech, In
the course of which he said that II the
declarations OF ,the United States had
been sincere its guns to-day ought 20 be
saluting the first Cuban Parliament, in
stead of threatening the lives OF its
members
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
RECRUITING BEING PUSHED.
Private Soldier at Mobile Found
Guilty of Larceny.

MOBILE, ALA, May 5.-Recruiting
officers continue to be sent out, looking
for full complement of the companies.
Those ordered to neutrality-suspicious. to-
day were Captains Phil. Read and NJ. c.
Wilkinson, of the Third Regiment. to
Milwaukee and Minneapolis, respectively;
Captain G. A. Vernon, Lieutenant f.. #.
Winston and Lieutenant E. NJ. Purcell,
of the Nineteenth, 10 Grand Rapids. Sagi
nav. and Canton, respectively.
Privates Sparks, Fletcher. and Richard.
of the Tenth, who were left when their
regiment was sent 70 Tampa, are ordered
to Join the regiment.
Private Daniel Murphy was to-day
found guilty by general court-martial of
larceny. and ordered dshonorably dis
charged from the service.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
The south Drawn Nearer to Rich
moud.


The Southern Railways new schedule,
effective May l. 1895, brings Columbus
West Point, Winona. Greenwood. Greene
Vile. Miss. ana other important COM
mercial points in hat section within one
nights ride from Richmond. Leaving
Richmond at 1901 p. NJ. daily. by the
Southern Railways United States Fast
Mail. through Danville. Atlanta. and
birmingham, you arrive Birmingham fol-
lowing morning 1850 A. NJ. COLUMBUS
4:s5 p. NJ, Greenwood 1858 y. NJ. and
Creeneville, Miss, 1855 =. NJ. the fol-
lowing day after leaving Richmond In
this connection II might not be amiss 10
saw hat one can leave Philadelphia,
Baltimore. or Washington, in the morn
ing. and arrive at any of the above-men-
toned points the following afternoon,
With the elegant service and schedules
offered by the Southern Railway, the trip
can be made between this section and
the above points with dispatch and com
fort. All other southern and South
western sections are made equally as
accessible with the Southern's new
schedule and connections.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
A VERY DESIRABLE SOUVENIR.
The Nowlan Co.'s Response to the
POpular EnfLuSiusm

One of the prettiest and handsomest
souvenirs that have sprung into existence
as result OF the patriotic enthusiasm
OF the times is a silver spoon, designed
by, and made for, the Nowlan Company,
OF this city. IL immortaliZes of course.
the hero of the hour" and is in such
perfect taste that IT is undoubtedly
destined to become extremely popular.
The spoon is made OF silver; the bowl
contains fac-simile of General Fitzhugh
Lees signature and the Counterfeit pre-
sentiment" of the renowned soldier and
diplomat appears ON the handle, sur
rounded by bays OF laurel. with the
Lee crest beneath. The design is very
chaste and the workmanship exceedingly
fine
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
CHARLEsTON's HEAVY BATTERY.
It's Proportion of states Volunteer
Force Leaves for Columbia.

CHARLESTON, S. c., May 6.--Charles-
toms proportioa of South Carolina's
quota of volunteers. a heavy battery of
artillery. consisting of 10 men, left the
city this morning for Columbia, on a
special train. 20 be mustered into the
service of the United States. The volun-
teers were escorted TO the depot by the
South Carolina Military Academy cadets
and detachments from all the camps of
Confederate Veterans. The volunteers
were cheered wildly as they marched
through the city.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
TROOPS ORDERED TO TAMPA.
Captain Given Leave 20 Serve ~
yoIumteer Colonel.

CHATTANOOGA, TENN. May B.
Orders were received from the War Do
partment at General Brooke's head
quarters this afternoon that the Twenty
fifth Infantry, Colonel Burt. be sent I'M
mediately to Tampa. II will probably
start Tomorrow morning. Captain oscar
j. Brown, First Cavalry, has been ap-
pointed colonel OF Georgia volunteer
regiment. and given an indefinite leave
OF absence from the regular army.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06

of produce, against which they negotiated
bills In foreign markets.
These exports have created the scarcity
OF food. which Is largely responsible Tor
the rioting throughout Spain.
Admiral Camara will take command OF
the Cadiz feet on Friday.
The government is greatly disappointed
at the length OF the debate in the Cortes.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
SPANISH SHIPS OFF BARBADOEs.
Said 40 he Awaiting the Oregon
Prize-COurt Sittings.

NEW YORK, May 5.-A Key West spe-
cial TO the Evening Post, dated to-day.
says
Four Spanish warships are reported to
be off Barbados, prepared to intercept
the battleship Oregon. A naval battle is
expected.
The prize court is to-day sitting on
the case Of the Panama. The testimony
has been concluded in the Buena Ven
tura and Catalina cases. District-Attor-
ney Stripping says that there is no doubt
about the Catalina and Panama being
condemned.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
POST : OFFICE BILL
THE SENATE SPENDS ALMOST Ala
IT'S SESSION TsEpEox.
ONLY FOUR DELIVERIES 1 DlY.
This Amendment Adopted by . vets
Of 2s to 2x-RursI Free Mail Ne.
livery Prsvfsio. Lost--Arms s.1
Munitions for csbsns.

WASHINGTON. May s.-During almost
its entire session to-day che Senate had
under consideration the post-offsce an.
preparation bin. The measure carries ss9..
z2f,S0o, being very much heaviest Of al
the appropriation bills. The most impor~
tant action taken upon the measure WA
the adoption OF an amendment. offered
by Mr.. Tiliman. OF South Carolina. re-
ducing the number OF deliveries of mai
In all cities OF the country to n number
not exceeding four each day. The.
amendment was sharply antagonixed a.
blow TO business interests In the largs
cities, but the feeling OF the Senate was
such that. despite the vigorous opposi.
tion, It prevailed by decisive majority.
A lively debate was precipitated by an
amendment Of the committees striking
out the appropriation of 100000 for rurN
free delivery. The proposition was dis.
cussed for nearly two hours Mr.. Chand.
Ter, OF New Hampshire. and Mr.. Butler,
of North Carolina, leading the fight 10
favor Of rural delivery. BY the class
vote of % 20 p. however. the committee
was sustained, and the bill now carries
no appropriation for such delivery.
STAR ROUTE REFORM.
An important amendment to the bill
was one which will prevent star-route
contractors from subleftng their con.
tracts. In order 60 get their money,
they must be able TO swear that they
have performed the service themselves.
The bill was laid aside until tomorrow,
Just before adjournment the Senate
passed an important war measure. au,
thorizing the President and the general
officers of the army to supply the Cuban
insurgents with arms and munitions Of
war. and to supply the needy people OF
the island with food and medicines.
The Senate. at 5:l5 O'clock went inte
executive session, and shortly afterwardS
adjourned
House OF Representatives. y,
The House to-day disposed OF two i'm.
portant measures-the Alaskan land bill,
extending the homestead laws to. anc
providing for certain railway rights ol
way in the District Of Alaska, as amend.
ed by the Senate, and agreed upon In
conference, which passed: and the labor
arbitration measure. providing for the
arbitration Of labor disputes between EN-.
ployees and certain common carriers, y
bill which has received very wide in.
dorsement by labor organizations
throughout the country, and which re.
ceived the approval of the House. A mum.
Der of minor bills were also passed. Tina
House then adjourned until Monday.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
Trunk, and safcheis.

The only ouse In Richmond who can
show you a large stock OF Trunks. satch'
els. and Dress-suit Cases at the yery
lowest prices for good goods is ON the
wrong side of Broad and Eighth streesi
f.. II. SPENCE.
Shoe and Trunk House.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
Lunch Room, 1910 T.. Main street.


Devllled Grabs. l0c.; Claw Chcwcer,
10c: Pan Trout, l0c.: Butter Fish. loci
Crab Pate. l0c. Boiled Mutton Sauce
Piquante. Toe; Bacon and Snaps. iQc.
Kidney Stew Drop Pastry. ioc.; Prime Rit
Beef, 10c.; Soft Crab on Toast. DC; Straw.
berries and Cream, Toe,
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
IN. Baby Is Uutsi.s Teeth

be sure and use that old and weil-trlea
remedy. Mrs. Winslow's Soothing syrup.
for children teething. Ii soothes the
child, softens the gums, ailays all pain.
cures wind collie. and Is the best remedy
for diarrhoea. Twenty-Five cents octtis'
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
Spence, Il. H.,

has a new stock OF Ladies and Gentle
mems Shoes Trunks. and Dress-suit
Cases. a few hundred pairs lett OF the
four pairs for 81. On the wrong side
Broad and Eighth.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
differentiated Again.
n n.iianannlIs Ionrnal.l

UndianapolIs JournaI)
''What is the difference between an
optimist and pessmisty
IAN optimist believes i'm mascots and
pessinist in hoodoos."
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
Nllsf Acuie.

Cincinnati Enquirer)
She: Yes; II IL the province OF WOMAN
TO suffer in silence.
lie: In silence? That must be suher-
ing indeed
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06

THE WEATHER IN RICHMOND
YESTERDAY was clear In the forenoon'
with a heavy thunder and rain-storm IN
the afternoon and showers at night
STATE OF ihermometer:
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
OLD POINT,
ChesapealSe and Ohio sunday Out
fur.

A large number Of Richmond people en-
joyed the day at Old Point last Sunday.
The crowds at Old Point made a scene
of activity, the flying squadron adding no
little to the interest The Fast Vestibuled
Outing Trains will leave Chesapeake and
Ohio Broad-Street station every Sunday
at $50 A. NJ. Round-trip tickets TO Old
Point or Norfolk, one dollar
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
The Weather.

So WASHINGTON, May 5.-F'orc.
l DAM cast for Friday:
wv" For Threatening wea.
ther ard rain; winds shifting "a
northerly.
For North Carolina and South Carolina--
Cloudy weather; showers; colder N the
interior: southwesterly, shifting 10 north.
westerly winds.
For Georgia--Fair weather. preceded by
showers In northeast portion; westerly
winds.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06
LACK OF AMMUNITION.

LONDON, May 6-The Daily Mails
Paris correspondent says want of ammu-
milton for the Cadiz fleet caused the delay
in the sailing of the Cape Verde fleet.
and will probably compel the latter TO
return TO Cadiz.
QUEEN ANXIOUS TO QUIT SPAIN.
LONDON, May GA dispatch from VII
emma says kilograms from the Austrian
Ambassador at Madrid indicate that the
Queen Regent is only awaiting a suitable
moment to quit Spain without injtTing the
Kings interest.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1898-05-06

LONDON, May 6.-The Daily Nails
Paris correspondent hears on indisputable
authority that five Spanish ships. in
Guiding the Pelayo and Alfonso XIII.
have not yet been supplied with ammuni-
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1898-07-30
Expensive Highway Blockade.

A jury in squire Nearing's court
Wednesday returned verdict for the
plaintiff in the action of Robert David
son, Trustee OF Webster township, vs..
George Aultman ct al, to recover the
penalty imposed by the state law for
blockading public highway. This
morning Squire Nearing named the
amount. 800, which is the maximum
penalty TO be assessed against the de-
tendants for the first days offense.
Whether an effort will be made to
collect the penalty for each day the
road was blockaded is not yet known.
The maximum penalty is So. Az the
rate fixed for the first day, the bill
would amount to several hundred dol.
lars.-Sentlnel.
Perrysburg journal. (Perrysburg, Wood Co., O. [Ohio]) 186?-1965, 1898-07-30
Death of Mrs. Philip KIllian.

Mrs. Philip Killian died at her home
in Perrysburg on Monday, July 25
1898, at - O'Clock noon, child birth
being the cause of her death.
Mrs. Killian was the youngest daugh.
ter of William Stickles and wife and
was born in Perrysburg, August %,
1878. She was united in marriage with
Philip Klllian February 6, 1896,
The funeral services were conducted
at her late residence on Tuesday at p.
M, Rev. G. A. Adams officiating and
the remains of mother and child were
Inferred in Fort Meigs cemetery.