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The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-09-02
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Secretary Day has ably demonstrated
that "a rare country lawyer" can handle
momentous questions without brass band
accompaniment.
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-09-02

Although very busy man, DR.. r. v.
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to which we have called their attention.
The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-09-02

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The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-09-02

civilian r. Day: A new statesman of
the First Rank" is the striking caption of a
character sketch In the September Review
of Reviews. Henry Mcfarland, a Wash.
ington newspaper correspondent, tells how
the present Secretary of State, who was
practically unknown to the country q year
aud a half ago, has suddenly risen to most
honorable position as an international dip
lomat. This story of Judge Days tiplcally
American career may we'll furnish an in
spiration to every young man.
The September Atlantic, to appear Aug.
27th, will contain clear and concise edi-
torlal review of the International situation
and the new duties and responsibilities de-
volving upon the United States In conse-
quence of the restoration of peace.
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The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-09-02
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The Owosso times. (Owosso, Mich.) 1897-1926, 1898-09-02

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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
LEE AND MERRIAM
Will Soon Be in Direct Control of
Cuba and Philippines.

Washington. May 11,-Maj. Gen. Fitz-
hugh Lee will be the first military gov
ernor of Cuba.
He was at the war department. yes
terday, consulting Secretary Alger and
Gen. Miles. For the next two weeks
he viii act as the official advisor of
Secretary Alger. He will have a pri-
waite office and desk near the score
tary's office and will either remain here
or visit the various mobilization points
When Havana is taken. Gen. Lee will
be sent to Cuba and with headquarters
at Havana. will assume the temporary
dictatorship of the island, until Re-
publican and stable form of govern
ment is established by the Cubans.
The government has decided in con-
nection with the situation in the Philip
pine Islands that the military COVER
nor selected for duty at Manila will ex-
ercise control and authority until after
me Val, anu IL Is dutnOlllFelS stated
that the administration will give no
consideration to the disposition Of the
Philippines until peace has been de
clarod. Martial law Will prevail
The military governor, from present
indications. will he Gen II. c. Merriam
prominent army officer of experience
and judgement. The details of the ex-
petition to the Philippines are being
arranged, and a close communication
is maintained with Gen. Merriam.
Brig. Gen. Merriam is in command of
the department Of the Columbia with
headquarters at Vancouver Barracks,
Washington.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
THEY MUST HAVE BREAD.
ST. Louis Bakers Figuring on Furnishing
Daily 10000 Loaves.

st. Louis. Mo. May 1.-THE quarter
masters department Of the army IS
negotiating with bakers Of this city to
furnish 10000 loaves Of bread day
10 the government forces encamped "a
various places throughout the South.
Three propositions are under consid-
Grafton. one IS that the bakers build 4
plant at Chickamauga Park with a
capacity Of 10000 loaves day and fur
nish bread to the army a the market
prices Another is that the bakers turn
the bread out OF their ovens in this city
and snip it to the army at Chcka-
manga. Tampa, Mobile and elsewhere.
The third is that bakers make tn
bread here and deliver it to the trains,
all responsibility ending when ths
bread is turned over to the railroad or
express companies. The last PROPOSE
ton was made by the bakers as Il
compromise.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12

European station. where Admiral Sell
| fridge was due to be detached early ir
February. Dewey was especially anx-
| ious for the command. but Howell sue
| orders to both officers were made out IN
| December.
Commodore Dewey left the United
States at once, and he raised his flag
on the Olympia on Jan. last. Com
modore Howell raised his flag on the
San Francisco on Feb. following.
I Commodore Dewey had more trouble
in finding staff willing to accommo-
date him to the station than falls to the
lot of flag ofiicers-not that officers We're
not willing to serve with the commo-
dore, bat they saw greater prospects
of naval glory on the home station.
There are two officers now on duty
with the navy department to whom APP
pontmcnts on the staff We're offered by
the commodore and declined.
These men now with sea duty of any
kind and would be willing to be sent to
sea on a tugboat
They are both regretting the chance
they threw aside of being present in
big naval fight, and neither may see
single shot fired during the present
war.
Capt. Lamberton, who was sent out
to command the Boston, and who failed
to get his ship before the fight was
another officer unwilling to join the
fleet. He sailed after the Maine was
blown up. and saw then that the chance
of trouble with Spain was promising
He wanted tc remain on the home sta
ton, but there was no command va
cant for him ard he took the Boston.
Three months ago at least a dozen
officers on the squadron appealed to
their friends here TO try and get them
home so that they could be on hand
when war was declared. Every one of
them now will receive the thanks of
Congress and a gold medal.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
THE CURE
READY TO SAIL.
But Spanish Squadron Will Not Hunt
for Admiral Sampson.

London, May II The Globe this
morning.. Publishes Il dispatch from
Cadiz dated Saturday last, which says
the following ships, all ready for sea
with the exception of the Pelayo, were
at that port:
The Pelayo, Nitoria, Carlos v, Al
mirantc Oqucndo, Nizcaya Infanta
Maria Teresa, Cristobal Colon, Alfonso
MIL, Puton, Proserpina, Osago, Au-
daz, turor, Terror and also several tro-
pcdo boats, transports ana the Nur-
MAMMA aud the Columbia, formerly
of the Hamburg American line. which
have been renamed the Patricia and
the Rapido.
The correspondent Of The Globe ad =
dcd that he believed the squadron
would sail on Wednesday Uoday) and
said number e troops would leave
for the Canary islands on May 15 while
three hattalions of marines CHARTERED
at san Fernando were ready FOR en-
harl<aticn.
Lieut.. ColweH. the naval attache Of
the United states embassy. san that
he was by no means convinced that the
Spanish Cape Verde squadron was
really at CadiZ
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
ALL HANDS LOST.
Spanish Torpedo Boats Boilers Explode Whit.
Near Gibraltar, and She Goes Down

London, May ia dispatch ia ~,
Globe from Gibraltar says gritish
steamer which has just arrived thar.
reports officially that she passed vac
terday evening, Spanish torpedo boa,
destroyer which was guarding Algerlas
bay and the straits. Shortly after n,
steamer passed her, all the lights Of the
destroyer were suddenly extingulshea
a terrific explosion followed immediate
y and the boat disappeared.
The disaster was apparently cauaed
by the explosion Of her boilers and II il
feared that all on board Of her baya
persisted.
The Spanish torpedo boat DESTROYER
reported blown up near Gibraltar :,
probably the Destructor. The Destruc-
tor is classed as torpedo gunboa,
She was built Of steel at Blyde Bank =,
1887 and was 1872 feet six inches Iopy
She was of 45S tons displacement
had % feet beam and drew seven foo.
Of water. The Destructor was driven
by two propellors. had $500 horse power
and was estimated to have a speed Of
about 2212 knots.
Her armament consisted of one 81.
inch gun, four 6-prs quick frers, and
four Maxim guns. She had three Tor.
pedo tubes, carried over 100 tons Of
coal and has a crew Of So men.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
Al bKOUkLYN YARD.
The ResoIute Ready to Garry Troops Eahanl
Will Sail. Today.

New York. May 1.-THE big trans
port Resolute arrived at the navy
yard. this afternoon, from the yard OF
the Morgan Iron Works and number
Of blue jackets began the work of pus
ting stores on board. The coaling of
the vessel will begin. tomorrow, and
will be completed within "a hours as
the Resolute may he needed by the
end of the week for the transportation
Of troops 10 Tampa or Cuba. Com
mander j. G. Eaton is in command of
the vessel.
Orders were issued. today, for the
sailing of the monitor Nahant She
will leave the navy yard at slack wa
ter, tomorrow, and anchor off Temp
kinsvile.
The Viking, in command of Lieut..
Minnett, went into commission, this
afternoon.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
At CAMP WOLCOIT.
Troops Well Settled and Are Taking Up Camp
Work in Earnest

Camp Wolcott, East Gloucester.
Mass. May 1.-THE state troops are
now Well established in camp. and both
infantry and artillery arms of the
service have taken " the work With
vigor.
Battery c was employed all day in
throwing UP earthworks to protect the
two guns which We're mounted. yester-
day. The works face the bay and the
guns command the approach to the
h&rbor The infantry drilled both
morning ana afternoon.
Captain kincaide and a platoon from
Co. *, went to Roclloort this morn
ing aud established an outpost. The
men took no camp equipage but are
quartered in an old sail loft Lieut.
Sargent was officer of the day of the
battery, and Cant. Butter of the in
fantry.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
A CRUEL REFUSAL.
Santiago Ladies' Charity Committee Tired Of
Caring for the Suffering

New York. May 11.-F w. w. Rams
den, British consul at Santiago de
Cuba, has written to the Cuban relief
committee, that he has distributed all
of the supplies left him by the United
States Consul Hyatt, but that owing TO
the refusal of the ladies' charity com
mittee to aid in further distribution he
will not be able to look after supplies
for the reconcentrados in the future
me consul. however. is taking care OF
some American families in Santiago de
Cuba.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
THEY'RE IN LUCK.
Dewey and Officers Little Thought OF Having
Such Chance.

New York. May 1.-THE suns Wash
ington special says had Admiral
Dewey wishes been consulted by the
navy department he would not have
that committed such terrific destruc-
ton in Manila bay. It was one of the
chances of war that sent him to far
eastern waters.
Admiral Dewey preferred another as
signment. He did not care to go to the
Asiatic station. and neither did half a
dozen young officers to whom he offered
the details of flag secretary and flag
lieutenant.
They ali thought that if we had war
with Spain the European squadron and
that on the home station would figure
more conspicuously. None believed
that the United States would extend its
operation to the Philippines.
At the time Admiral Dewey was or
dered to Asiatic waters the chances of
troupie with SPAN were apparently re-
mote. although the situation was still
threatening.
"hen. therefore. Commander F. V.
McNair was detached from his com
mand early in January and ordered
home, it was necessary to have a fac
officer to relieve him al once. and the
detail was between Commodore Howell
and Admiral Chen commodore) Dewey,
Both wanted the command of the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
COAST DEFENCE FLEET
Strengthened by the Addition Of Fast Yachts
Tugs and Golfers.

New York May 1.-THE Yacht I.lcwel-
iNh mas oeeh addei to the new patrol
Meet. She has been loaned to the naval
reserves by her owner. Lewis Carr. She
VIII be used as Lieut.. Commander
Shaw's flagship. The yacht has a speed
of Il knots an hour. The navy depart
ment has purchased the collier Scndia
and she will be used as a coal boat.
The navy department. today. notified
Admiral Erben of the coast defence fleet
that the tugs Tecumseh. Sioux. Aleon-
gum ana the revenue cutter Morrill, had
neen ordered from the North Atlantic
squadron and were to be turned over to
MIN for service as coast patrol vessels,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
OFFERS WITHOUT END.
TO Serve Under Stars and Stripes Made ia
the President.

Washington. May 11.-Thcre was a large
representation from the Capitol at the
White House. today. Senator Cannon of
| tan. called to urge a request of his own
ana of his father and other prominent
people of Utah for the appointment Of
Capt, William Young of Utah. as colonel
of engineers in the volunteer army. Cant.
Young is the son of brigham Young. the
Mormon leader. AMI was the first Nor
mon boy to enter West Point
Representative Sulzer of New York
made his first visit to President McKin-
ley, today. He told the President that
ne and others had organized a large vol
unteer regiment in New York City 265 of
whom had seen service in Cuba and the
civil War and many Of whom spoke
Spanish euently. Its officers are to in
cude Representative Sulzer as colonel
and John W. Marshall as lieutenant
colonel. They wanted authority to go to
the front. not to be encamped at Chicka-
mauga or on waiting orders at Tampa.
The President explained that the
quotas were filled. but said he would be
very glad TO sign a bill to admit their
ORGANIZATION. in addition to the regular
quota. if they would have it passed in
Congress. ana would promptly send them
to the front. Secretary Alger and Gen
Miles also have offered to assist them if
they secure the necessary legislation.
Senator Plat of New York. brought
General Manager Juiers of the Ameri-
can Express Co. for presentation to the
President presumably in connection with
transportation of army supplies. etc The
Congressional contingent at the White
Houses included Senators Hawley of
Connecticut, AMI Wetmore of Rhode
Island
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
WATCHING FILlBUsTERS.
Mexico Will Allow No Invading Party 10
Cross Its Border.

Washington. May 11.-Somc weeks ago.
the papers of the United States published
telegram from Texas stating that
Spanish subjects residing in Mexico. near
the frontier of the United States, were
preparing tilibustering expedition to in
wade Texas.
The Mexican minister at Washington
called the attention Of his government
to that subject and has received a com
municaton in which he is informed that
such statement was groundless. but
that the government had reinforced the
troops on the frontier with a view to
avoiding any trouble on the part of any
Spdniards living in Mexico
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
THE TIME IS RIPE
For Don Carlos to Moye---Senor Polo
Also Moving, Toward Home.

Montreal. May 1l.-Senor Diaz de
Cortina the American representative
of Don Carlos, the Spanish pretender.
has arrived here. He will leave. Satur.
day, he says, to join Don Carlos at
Brussels. He declares the time Is not
far off for Don Carlos to make a move
for the Spanish crown.
Senior Polo and his party have de-
clined all social attractions owing %
the news from Manila. 1t is probable
that the party viii sail for home, Sat
urdaN
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
TO THROW UP THE SPONGE.
London Stock Exchange Thus Sizes Up the
Intentions Of Spain.

London. May lion the Stock Ex-
change here the report that the Span
ish Cape Verde squadron had returned
to Cadiz was generally discredited,
though the opinion was freely express
cd that, if the rumor was true. it indi-
Gated the intention of Spain to throw
up the sponge and leave the West In
dies to their fate, thus opening the
way to an early peace. This is under
stood to be strongly desired in certain
quarters, and the effect of the seeming
back down Of Spain was beneficial
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
Three Regiments Leave Chickamauga.

Chattanooga. May 1l.-Only three
regiments cf cavalry left here. today.
The orders. however, are that all troops
must go to the coast by the latter part
Of the week. Gen. Brooke, today, re-
ceived notice that 10000 to $4,000 volun-
teers would be concentrated here and
he was instructed to prepare for TAX
ing care OF them
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
ORDERS TO MOVE ARRIVE.
Heavy Artillery in Readiness.

Boston Mag 11.-Six companies Of
the 1st Heavy Artillery. now stationed
at Fort Warren, have been detached
and ordered to report at the south
armory IN this city. They will he sta
toned al the armory until further or
ders. 1t is believed they may be or
dered TO Porto Rico or Cuba.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
TO BUILD BA7TLESHIP.
California Railroads Start Fund for Present
to Uncle Sam.

San Bernardino Cal, May 11.-The rail
roads of this state Lave started to raise
a fund to build a battleship for the gov
eminent. II is known as .'the railroad
mems battleship fund" The railway
company employees of this state propose
to enlist the assistance of the railway
men throughout the country.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
SAFE LANDING MADE.
The Gussie Delivers Soldiers and War NUM-
tions on Cuban Soil.

New York, May IA special dis
patch from Key West says that word
has been received there that the trans
port steamer Gussie, which sailed from
Tampa. yesterday, had landed tho
rifles and ammunition sent to the Gu
United states infantry, within 80 miles
of Havana
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
Concentrating the 5th U. S. Cavalry.

Washington, May 1.-THE 5th ReGi-
ment of the United States Cavalry.
scattered at various posts throughout
Texas has been ordered to proceed
Immediately to New orleans. Later II
will be sent to Cuba although it is not
yet settled whether the regiment will
be part of the first expedition to the
islands.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
MONTAUK AT VINEYARD HAVEN,

Vineyard, Mass, May 1.-THE Mon
tauk, which has been assigned for the
defense of the harbor at Portland, Me,
arrived here at i o'clock, this after
noon. She was in tow of the tug Argus
and put in here to wait for the south
erly gale which prevails, to abate.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
GEN. WESLEY MERRITT
Has Been Appointed Governor General OF the
Philippine Islands.

San Francisco. May 1.-THE Bulletin
says: The President has appointed Gen
Wesley Merritt of the regular army to
the command of the volunteers from the
Pacific coast. Gen. Merritt will lead the
infantry which will invade the Philip-
pines. He has been proclaimed governor
general of the Philippines and win as
soon as possible establish his position as
such at Manila.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
AT CHICKAMAUGA PARK.

Chattanooga May 11-Mai. Gen. JOS
r. Wheeler arrived. this morning, ana
reported TO Gen. Brooke. He will re
main at Chickamauga and assist in the
organization Of the volunteers as they
arrive. CO. +, Sth Infantry has been
ordered to remain at the party for
guard duty. Il viii be sent to Tampa
when the volunteers arrive.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
BERMEI0 DENIES IT.
Says the Cape Verde Squadron Has Not Re
turned to Cadiz.

London, May 1.-THE Madrid cor
respondent Of the Daily Mail says
admiral Bcrmejo, minister of marine.
denies that cape Verde squadron has
returned 10 Cadiz. H. attirms that this
fleet at the present moment is where
it ought ID be, according to the in
structions given it,"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
THEY LIKE DEWEY.
Philippine Refugees at Singapore Preparing
Congratuatory Address.

London. May IA dispatch to the
Times from Singapore says: The Philip
pines refugees here are preparing a con
gratulatory address to Rear Admiral
Dewey. They also express a desire for
the establishment of a native government
and for American protection They dep
recate the restoration of the Philippines
to Spain and the transfer of the islands
to any Continental government.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
CHIEF OF ARTILLERY ROGERS.

Washington, May 1l.--Brig. Gen.
John /. Rogers. the senior officer Of the
artillery branch of the army, today.
VAS appointed chief Of artillery Of the
army and placed in charge of the
heavy artillery Of all the coast de
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
OREGON TROOPS MUSTERED IN.

Portland. Oregon. May n.-Com-
panies A, &, c and d, comprising the
volunteers. have been mustered into
the United States service and, tonlSh''
will leave for San Francisco The re-
naming two batteries will leave, sun
day night, for San Francisco.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
w HERE is THAT FLEETo

London, May l1.-Inquiries made IN
board ships which have recently ar
rived here from the Canary islands. the
plans of Madeira. Teneriffa and Glib
raltar show that nothing has been seen
of the Spanish fleet.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1898-05-12
She Joins SIMPSONS Fleet.

St. Thomas, w. l., May lit is re-
ported than an American warshin
which had been lying to the westward
sailed. yesterday, to join the Ameri-
can feet.