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Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07

patches giving the details of the at
tack on Santiago de Cuba, the news
papers here express great anxiety
which is increased by the report that
no reinforcements have reached the
besieged city from Manzanillo or Hol-
gum. The papers complain Of the eX-
IRENE brevity of the Spanish advices.
leaving all Europe at the mercy of
American eXaggerations." Every one
here seems to feel that decisive game
is being played around Santiago de
Cuba and that the fall of the city can
not fail to affect the very existence of
the government here, but thus far per-
feet tranquility prevails.
A dispatch was received Saturday
from Gen. August, dated Manila, June
18th, via Hong Kong, in which he says
"The situation continues as critical
as announced in my dispatch OF the
18th. Fifteen German, French, jap
anese and British vessels are in the
bay. Through them there is frequent
communication with Hong Kong. Gen.
Monet, after lighting several battles,
has arrived at Macabore with 1000
men, where he is entrenched In the
event Of the enemy advancing on the
capital l have ordered Gen. Monet to
force his way through to my help,
though l regard such an operation as
difficult"
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07

recognized as one Of the ablest ord
nance officers of the present genera
ton.
Captain Mahan is also New
Yorker by birth. He saw distin-
guished service on the old frigate
Congress in 1861. In addition to cruis-
ing all over the world he has rendered
distinguished service as president Of
the war college and torpedo
school. He is also an authority on
the subject of sea power and it's in
fuence upon history. He has written
a book on the subject which has add
ed TO his fame as an authority on
naval warfare.
Captain CrowninshieId, the dis
tinguished chief Of the bureau Of nav
igation, claims New York as his
birthplace. He also rendered gall
liant, meritorious service with the
north Atlantic blockading squadron
at the battle of New Orleans. He
participated in the attack on Fort
Fisher Since the war of the rebel
lion he has cruised with the East
India squadron and the European
fleet, and is also an expert on ord
nance.
Captain Barker, the fourth member
Of the board, is, like Secretary Long,
a Massachusetts, man. He was a
conspicuous participant in the bloc
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07

Madrid, July 3.-AD official dispatch
from Santiago, dated July I'd, just
made public says: Yesterday the
enemy advanced within a league of
here. At this moment a cannonade
has commenced against Caney where
there are several companies under
General Ware de Rey. simultaneously
the American squadron approached,
flying fighting flags, and no doubt for
the protection of the movement of the
sraphed that nothing is known Of
Gen. Escario's column which started
from Manzanillo to reinforce Santiago.
Later a dispatch was received direct
from Gen. Linares. saying that moth
ing was known of the whereabouts of
Gen. Escario and his troops.
at q banquet in Madrid last even
ing Romero Robledo made violent
nti-government speech, accusing the
ministers of inactivity, being without
original ideas and leaving everything
to the admirals and generals. Robe
do insisted that when the moment
arrived Spain ought to treat directly
with the United States for peace. He
concluded: But nevertheless we
must do our duty as Spaniards and
defend our country"
In the absence of any official dis
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07
UNABLE TO FIX A TIME.
of Annexation Refuse to
Agree for Vote on Resolutions.

Washington, July 3.-The senate
devoted itself chiefly to the Hawaiian
debate, Mr.. Pettigrew (sil. rep, S. ID
occupying five hours. An effort was
made to secure an agreement to ad-
journ until Tuesday, but Mr.. Davis, in
charge Of the resolutions, declined to
listen to the proposition unless an
agreement for vote this week upon
the resolutions could be entered. This,
Mr.. White, to whom Mr.. Davis ad-
dressed himself, said that he consid-
cred impossible. A number OF private
bills were passed. A joint resolution
was adopted preventing discrimination
against graduates Of legally chartered
medical colleges in appointments to
the medical corps in the United States
army, navy and marine hospital
service. The senate passed the house
bill fixing the pay Of the volunteer SOL
diers from the date Of their enroll
ment for service. The bill was amend
ed so as to include all officers. The
senate passed the house bill directing
the enlistment Of cooks for enlisted
men in the regular volunteer armies.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07

ed with skill and valor and rendered
valuable aid Gen. Garcia and the
other Cuban generals led their troops
in person and showed great GOODNESS
in tight places.
The Spanish fought sUubOornly
throughout and their retreat, though
steady, was slowly and coolly conduct
ed. AS in all their fighting so far.
they did most Of their work under
cover, rarely showing themselves il
Large bodies in the open. All retreats
were towards Santiago, and it is prob
able that by nightfall the entire force
OF Spaniards in the province Of Santt-
ago de Cuba will be within the city's
walls, with the exception Of 1000 men
under Gen. Pando, whose attempt to
reinforce Santiago is believed to have
been frustrated.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07
RED CHILDREN CUT OFF.
Rich Man Disinherits Heirs by His
Indian Wife.

San Francisco, July 3.-Two petit
lions opposing the probate of the will
Of the late Julius L. Franklin have
been filed. The estate affected is
valued at 100000. The allegations
made are of a sensational character.
The petitioners are B. J. Franklin,
Mollie Wilson and Earl Porter, the
children Of Franklin by a former
marriage with an Indian woman. This
marriage, it is alleged, was not dis
solved or annuled when Franklin
married the woman who is now his
widow, and who holds the greater part
OF the estate left by him. In his
will, Franklin recognized the petit
TONERS as his children. but he prac-
tically disinherited them. They will
now contest his will. In their Sec
ond petition they demand the re-
moval of Mrs. Pauline Franklin as
executrix Of the estate, because of
alleged false returns in the in
ventory. The contestants commended
that when Franklin made his will he
was of unsound mind and incom-
petent.
The contesting parties aver that
Franklin married Mary Franklin, an
Indian woman, in 1861, and deserted
her in 1875, going to Portland, where
he engaged in business. Later he
came to this city, where he was the
agent Of lottery company, and was,
at the time Of his death, reputed to be
worth at least 100000. The petition
for Mrs. Franklin's removal as execu-
trix recites that the inventory returned
by her shows that Franklin's es-
tates has value of only s2,953. 1t is
asserted that the estate left by the de-
ceased was worth at least a half
million dollars. The first wife Of the
deceased is now living in Portland.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07
SPECIAL APPEAL.

Tampa, Fla, July 3.-We take this
means of informing the public that
our orphanages which are put at the
disposal of the government for any
child or children Of soldiers, was done
so entirely without cost to the gov
eminent. Applications are already
coming in and we shall need a large
sum of money to carry out these
plans. I call upon every citizen of
our great country for free-wilF offer
ing, however small. Let it come at
once by postoffice or draft to the
undersigned. I respectfully refer to
the letters of the secretary Of war
and surgeon general a copy of which
will be sent to any address on re-
ceipt of stamp. Never in all the
history Of our country was there a
more tender and patriotic appeal.
Being at present in Tampa preaching
to the soldiers, it is a great Joy to
tell them that their children shall be
cared for Citizens of America, will
you help?-H. W. Wharton, Balti-
more, Md. '''.'
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07
CARNIVAL PATRIOTIC CONCERT.
Big Feature Of the Semi-Centennia1
Celebration in Milwaukee.

Milwaukee, July 1.-The carnival
patrons were treated to a grand war
concert last night at the exposition
building under the auspices OF the
Arion Musical society. Several prom
fnent soloists took part in the pro-
gram assisted by a chorus OF 1000
voices. The program consisted of pa
triotic selections throughout. At least
10000 persons attended the concert, the
receipts of which are to be devoted
to the volunteer soldiers relief fund.
Nearly every one in the audience car
ried small flags which were waved in
demonstration from time to time.
The three days trap shooting tour.
nament under the auspices of the Ma
tional Gun club of Milwaukee and in
connection with the semi-centennial
carnival, opened at national park
Thursday. Prominent trapshooters
are here from different states, includ-
ing Gilbert of Spirit Lake, Ia; Mar
shall of Keithsburg, ILL.,; and Bowers
Of Decatur, III. Five events Of twenty
blue rocks each were on Thursdays
program. r. c. Johnson of North
Cape, Wis, and a sportsman who reg
istered as Dan were tied for the nrst
event, scoring the full twenty each.
G. W. Budd of Des Moines won the
second event, scoring twenty. R.
Peikes of Dayton, O., and o. Zwerg of
Sheboygan scored twenty each in the
third event. In the fourth event G1a-
zier, Gilbert and Ruble were tied, scor-
ing twenty each. Budd won the last
event, scoring twenty.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07

He had a heated colloquy with Mr..
Caffery (dem., La in the course of
which the latter intimated that the
Alabama senator was afflicted with
senIlity. Mr.. Pettus' retort was Wig
orous and resentful of what he termed
an insult. Mr.. Gallery subsequently
disclaimed any intention of insulting
Mr.. Pettus. Mr.. Mallory (dem., FIa)
presented constitutional argument
against the acquisition of territory by
joint resolution of congress.
The house passed a few private bills
and adopted some conference reports
Of minor importance Adjournment
was taken until Tuesday.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07

board plans all war movements by
land or sea.
By a strange coincidence, three OF
the members of the board are New
Workers by birth. Rear Admiral ST.
card was born in New York, and en-
tered the navy in 1851 as midshipman
appointed from that state. His first
conspicuous service was rendered with
a blockading squadron in 1864 and
'65, at the bombardment of Fort
Fisher, Fort Jackson and st. Philip,
which resulted in the capture of New
Orleans. Rear Admiral Sicard is an
expert in heavy ordnance, and it was
largely due to his efforts and energy
that the ordnance depot was established
at the Washington navy yard. His
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07

Hong Kong, July 4.-The United
States dispatch boat Zafiro, which left
Cavite, Manila, July l, has arrived here.
She reports that the American troops
in the transports City of Sydney, City
of Pekin and the Australia, conveyed
by the Charleston, arrived at Cavite
June 80, having taken the Ladrone ISL
ands on the way and having left men
there. The Spanish governor and
other officials captured were brought
to Cavite. The United States troops
commenced to disembark at Cavite
July 1.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07

London, July "A dispatch to the
Lloyds from Port Said, dated 1O:40
Friday, says the PeIaydo, Emperador
Carlos, Quinto, Osada, Patricia, Buenos
Ayres, Isla de Banay, Rapido, San
Francisco, IsIa de Luzon, and the San
Ignace de LoyoIa have gone to sea.
Another Report.
Port Said, July 2.-Admiral
Camara's ships moved outside of the
harbor in order to coal from their own
GOLFERS. The San Francisco has en-
tered the canal, also the Spanish col
liers Colon and Covadonga.
More Insurgent Victories.
Hong Kong, July 2.-According to
private letters from Cavite, dated June
9th, the insurgents occupy the whole
Of Bulucan province. Occasional
skirmishes occur. The insurgents
captured the Spanish ship BehuI in
Kayabao bay while landing 500 troops.
A stubborn fight occurred, in which the
Spanish commander, a lieutenant
colonel, was killed. The insurgents
have captured the governor of Bulu-
can, together with his wife and chill
dren.
Gen. Aguinaldo has placed under
arrest the rebel leaders, Artachio and
Sandico, for having revealed the fact
that the steamer Pasig recently seized
by Hong King authorities, was laden
with arms for the insurgents. Sandi-
co applied to Consul Williams and was
liberated. He is now on board the
Nanshan. It is feared this inciSent
will cause a split in the insurgent
party, Sandico being influential and
the only insurgent leader capable Of
administration.
May Divide His Squadron.
Cairo, July 1T is believed that
part of Camaras squadron intends to
proceed westward and the rest east
ward. Local golfers, it appears, intend
trying to go to the Red Sea to transship
their coal to the Spaniards there, but
this they will not be permitted to do
because it would be a breach of neu-
trality. Camara can only coal from
his own Golfers in the Red Sea.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07
PULLMAN co.'s BIG PROFITS.

Chicago, July 2.-The board of 'di-
rectors Of the Pullman Palace Car
company Friday adopted resolutions
for a quarterly dividend of 81 per
share payable on and after August
18th, and also a special dividend of
$40 per share. They recommend that
the surplus assets of the company to
the extent of s18,00O,O 900 existing at the
end of the current fiscal year, should
be distributed to the stockholders Of
the company, and that for such pur-
pose the capital stock should be in
creased to the sum of s54, 600, 900, and
that the increase Of stock should be
issued to shareholders in the ratio of
one share for each two held by them.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07
BOARD OF STRATEGY
DUTY OF PLANNING
WAR MOVEMENTS.
NEW WORKERS IN CONTROL
Captain Mahan, the DISTINGUISHED
Writer on Naval Topics, One of
the Members-Board Made up to
Represent all Branches of the Mil
itary Service.

Washington, July 3.-Away up on
the fourth floor in the spacious room
OF the naval library sits the naval war
board. The board consists OF Rear
Admiral Montgomery Sicard, Captain
Alfred T. Mahan, Captain A. S.
Barker and Captain 4. S. Crownln-
shield. Former Assistant Secretary
Roosevelt was president of the war
board, but since his retirement from
the naval service, to assist in the COM
mand Of his now famous regiment of
rough riders, Secretary Long fire.
quently meets with the board This
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07
POPS NATIONAL CONVENTION.
To Be Held at Cincinnati Monday,
September 5.

Atlanta, July 2.-The peoples par
ty paper Friday published an address
from the national reorganization com
mittee calling the national con-
vention at Cincinnati, Monday, Sep
TENDER 5, to nominate candidates for
president and vice president, and out
line plan Of campaign to cover the
Gext two years in anticipation of the
election Of 1900. The national reor-
ganization committee was appointed by
the populist convention at Nashville,
July 4, 1897, that convention having
been called into existence by T. E.
Watson to counteract the efforts of
Senator Marion Butler, chairman of
the national executive committee, for
fusion with the democrats. The COM
mlttee reviews the history Of the anti
fusion movement and repudiates But
Ter and his committee
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07
CONGRESS DOES LITTLE.
Pettus Argues in Favor of Hawaiian
Annexation-The House.

Washington, July 2.-The first
formal speech in favor Of the Ha-
waiian resolutions was delivered by
Mr.. Pettus (dem., Ala. His address
was strong and patriotic. AS a DEM
ocrat, he maintained that the question
was in no sense a party issue, but the
proposition was one which ought to
command. under the circumstances.
the support Of the men of all parties
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07
BADGER SOCIALIST TICKET.

Milwaukee, July 5.-The socialist la
Dor party in state convention Monday
Henry Ries of North Prairie for gov
ernor.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07
MADRID'S VIEW OF 1T
SPANISH REPORT OF FRIDAYS
FIERCE FIGHT.
MEANS MUCH TO MONARCHY

If Santiago Falls 1t Will Affect the
Very Existence of Enemy's Govern
ment-Gen. August Says That
Situation Continues Critical at
Manila-Gen. Monet Force Fighting.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07
DEWEY GETS HELP
YANKEE TROOPS FINALLY REACH
MANILA.
LANDING MADE AT CAVITE

AS an Incident of the Voyage Over
They Take Possession of Ladrone
Islands, Capture the Spanish Of
ficials and Leave Americans in
Charge.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07

Boston, July 3.-AIl the worlds rec
ords from one to Is miles inclusive
took sudden drop at the Charles
River park Saturday, when Eddie Nc
Duffie Of Boston defeated Jimmy Mich
ael, who has long held the title Of
champion of the world. It is possible
the race might have had different
ending but for an accident which be-
fell Michael early in the race. His
handle bars becoming loose, he was
forced to leave the track, coming On
again after his machine had been re-
paired, but not in any sense a COM
petitor. He rode in all 62-3 miles
McDuffie continued 20 reel off the
miles, cutting record after record, I'M
til at the end of the fifteenth mile he
was 20 35 seconds better than the
worlds record held by himself, making
the distance in $3.50 3-5. Michael
rode the first mile in /: As 2-5, lowering
he worlds record 2 is seconds.
Titus Breaks a Record.
Philadelphia, July 3.-Tom Cooper
Of strcit won the two mile national
championship race Saturday at the
national circuit meet at Willow Grove.
Gardiner and Bald failed to qualify.
Fred. J. Titus of New York, in an ex-
hibition ride of five miles, unpaced,
against time, lowered the worlds rec
ord, his time being 1870 $40. The
record was 1885
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07

kading, bombardment and capture Of
New Orleans, He has also had a
wide and varied experience with all
the squadrons Of the American navy.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07

last command was the north Athletic
squadron, previous to which he had
long and varied experience in all
parts Of the world. Throughout the
navies Of the world Admiral Sicard is
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07
STORY OF BATTLE
VIVID ACCOUNT OF THE FIGHT
ING FROM ITS BEGINNING.
AMERICANS KNOW NO FEAR

Skaters Entire Force, with the Ex
ception of 1000 Troops Left to
Guard Supplies, Takes Part in AS
sault on Santiago of Dead
Isn't So Large as First Reported.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07
CAMARA TURNS BACK
DISPATCH TO LLOYDS SAYS HE'S
GONE TO SEA.
BUT GOLFERS IN CANAL

His Vessels, Says Another Dispatch,
Have Gone Outside the Harbor to
COal-Insurgent Win More Notable
Victories in the Phtlippines-Two
Leaders Arrested.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07
|QUAKERS ARE FIRST
Pennsylvania WINS BOAT RACE
AT SARATOGA.
BADGERS GET THIRD PLACE

The Wisconsin Oarsmen Put I'D a
Splendid Race, Leading Their OPP
ponents for Nearly Two-Thirds Of
the Distance-Cornell Is Second and
Columbia Third.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07

The Spanish soldiers in the Philip
pines are hard pressed by the insur-
gents.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07

EDDIE McDUFFIE LOWERS OVER
DOZEN RECORDS.
MICHAEL MEETS MISHAP

Champion Of the World Loses His
Title Through the Loosening Of His
Handle-Bars-BUt He Goes a Mile
in las 2-5-Titus Clips Several
Secons Off Five Mile Record.
Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1898-07-07
Acker Wins,

Milwaukee, July 3.-The ninth an
nual Waukesha-M Milwaukee road race
Saturday was won by F. F. Acker Of
Milwaukee in 46:O7; A G. Laitner of
Kansas City captured the time prize,
riding the Is 2-3 miles in 42:7.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1898-09-15
An Ardent Wooing.

| stopped for the night on Bowie
branch. a tributary OF Bas creek. lac,
October Supper being over, the "old
man tithe aguse" sS myself drew chairs
10 front Of grateful fire Of hickory bows.
We were iscussing such absorbing ques
tons IS the weather, free silver, coon dogs
the Cuban war. uoohshine whiskey, H.n
nsism, sod the best methods of baking
possum, when tall, eomeiy girl Of about
seventeen seated herself in the corner at
ny left, fixed ber luminous blue eyes on
my face, sbd hardly bs,ed them for more
than minute. Finslly she elected 3
aerce pant, lesped TO ber feet. seized the
poker sod gave The side Of the ruddy back
log quick ,tsbs Tbea she sat dswn aud
fixed her thirsty eszs on ne ss before.
She then rose snddenly. isrned over
the chair aud rushed into the sdioibiDe
room.
heard Der tbros berssli heavily across
the bed, gfosning. Then convaisiye sobs
we're borne 70 ny ears.
The Manchester journal. [volume] (Manchester, Vt.) 1861-current, 1898-09-15
Battle Saved BY a Boy.

There is . small photograph. yellow
with age on Msior oLssfy's desk at Re
publicsn headquarters. The picture is
that OF q small. bright-eyed little boy.
about thirteea years old. He is dressed
10 the Uniform Of tbe Uailed States army.
and has Strapped to bis bel, the sword
about live sizss TOO large for bin.
The lad in the picture is the Drummer
Boy OF Shiloh" According to Major
OLesry be is "tbe braves. lad tha, ever
stepped 10 thoe leather" and, although
the story Of bis bravery bsa often been
told, II 20 we'll illustrates the pluck and
Intelligence Of the soliers who doubtless
have taken 9 lesdirg part 10 the hght
against Spain that 1, will bear telling 8
gain.
The boys real nsme is John Y. Glen.
When the battle Of Shiloh wss fought
be vss j1st thirteen years old. he had
stood by bis regiment all day long. The
tide OF battle turned sgsinst the Federal
troop, and they began 10 fee from the
field. The little iellos threw down bis
drum snd began 10 beg The soldiers 10
turn back, bu, they were pa,ic-stricken,
and HE plesdings iell on destened ears