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The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03
NOT COL. CULvER'S FAULT.
War Department Explains Why the
Fifth Illinois Regiment Was
Turned Back.

Washington, July 29.-The war de-
partmelt officials declare most posi-
lively that Col. Culver, of the Fifth
Illinois volunteers at Chickamauga, is
an innocent victim of misrepresenta-
ton. 1t is reported from Chickamauga
that because this regiment was turned
back from the Puerto Rican expedi-
ton many men had deserted, the
morale of the regiment had been de-
stroyed, and the failure to secure ac-
tive service had been charged up to
the secret efforts of Col. Culver to
keep it from going to the front. 1t is
said at the department that as a mat
ter of fact the colonel has done all in
his power to meet the demands of the
regiment in that respect, but he has
been the victim of circumstances over
which he had no control. When the
Fifth Illinois had been ordered to
Puerto Rico a delegation of Indiana
people awaited on the president and
presented the fact that although there
were three regiments fully equipped
and ready for service none had been
ordered to the front. 1t happened
that of three Illinois regiments avail
able two had been sent forward in adj
vance of the Fifth, so that the depart
ment felt obligated, to avoid a charge
of discriminat ton, to substitute one of
the Indiana regiments for this par
ticular Illinois regiment. With this
order Col. Culver had absolutely moth
ing to do and did not even know that
i. was III contemplate ton.
The disappointment of the Fifth n
linois at being turned back after it had
marched to Rossville has SO disheart-
ened many that they have no further
ambition for military life. Col. Culver
denies any responsibility for the or
ders calling the men back to camp and
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03

The Spanish government will combat
TO the last against cession of Puerto
Rico to the United States It would
much rather sacrifice one of the Phil
ippine islands, contending that Puerto
Rico has always been loyal and out
side the scope of the war.
London. July 30.-A special dispatch
from Madrid says:
Though it is not likely that the govern
ment will decide to prolong the war be-
cause of Puerto Rico considerable feel
ing is manifested, and every possible dip
lomatic effort will be made to retain it,
Apparently there is little objection to ced-
ing a coaling station in the Philippines
provided Spanish sovereignty is respected
III the island, which, in the opinion of the
government and official circles generally
will afford compensation in commerce for
the loss of the Antilles, besides procuring
occupation for the West Indian army in
reestablishing Spanish rule The Amer
lean reply is still anxiously awaited
Judging from press opinions anything be-
yond the cession of Cuba will be considered
harsh and unjust This is the unanimous
feeling among even the strongest advocates
of peace. The people are beginning to real
iZe that peace will mean almost a total
loss of colonies, and looking to the deli
cate and difficult position of the queen
regent, great care is still necessary to in
duce the nation to accept the terms. Ac-
cording to FL Liberal, the government
would not allow even the loss of some of
the Philippines to hinder the conclusion of
peace, because it is very doubtful whether
the country would endorse sending an
army of 10000 men to crush the rebellion"
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03
AN EARNEST PROTEST.
President Mckinley Is Urged Not to
Allow Spanish Rule in Philip
pines to Continue.

London, July 80. = Natives of the
Philippine islands and British sub
jects who have interests there are
alarmed by the reports that the peace
terms include the return of those
islands to Spain. As result they have
held meeting here, and, after con-
sultation with the Philippians in
France and Belgium, have cabled to
President Mckinley and to Senator
Davis, chairman of the foreign rela-
tions committee. The message to
President Mckinley is as follows:
THE Philippians resident in Europe pray
you not to abandon the Philippine islands,
for the sake of peace with Spain Our
loyalty and trust in the honor of Amer
lea entitle US to your consideration and
support. To hand over our country again
to Spain is contrary to the humanitarian
proceedings of your noble nation and the
wish of all classes. Civilization, trade and
order all will be lost if Spanish authority
is reestablished in any form"
The message to Senator Davis says:
"A cast-iron agreement binding Spain
to form Il government satisfactory to the
is preposterous. To retain her
sovereignty means deception, oppression
and bigotry. We placed our rights in
your hands and pray you to induce the
president and senate not to abandon in
the hour of peace a people who trusting
In American honor. fight for their COM
mon interests"
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03
PREPARE TO FIGHT.
centrating mt San Juan-Wafn-
wright Again Commended.

ST. Thomas, d. W. l., July 2s.-The
Spanish troops at Puerto Rico are be-
ing withdrawn from the outlying
towns and are concentrating upon San
Juan. The defenses of the capital are
being strengthened.
Madrid, July 2s.-An official dispatch
from Puerto Rico says: On Tuesday
the Americans advanced in the direc-
ton of Yauco, fighting most of the
way. Seven hundred Spanish regulars
and volunteers encountered them and
an engagement ensued which lasted
the whole night and only ceased with
dawn on the following day. The Amer
leans were obliged TO withdraw to the
coast.
Washington, July ZS.-Nothing was
heard from the Miles expedition
Wednesday at the war department.,
but Capt. Higginson, the senior officer
of the naval convoy, forwarded brief
cablegram that gave keen delight to
the navy department because of the
unstinted praise it accorded to a pop
Mar and dashing young officer, "Dick"
Wainwright. the commander of the
little Gloucester. Wainwright, having
been commended by his superior, Hig-
ginson, for his actions at Guanica, en-
joys the solitary distinction of being
the only officer attached to Simpsons
fleet who has been twice officially
commended since the war began.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03
THE TERMS OFFERED.
What Spain Must Concede If She
Wishes Peace-NO Money In
demnity to BE Demanded.

Washington, July 30.-The cabinet
Friday discussed the presidents an
swer to SPANS peace proposal. and
reached the following decisions:
The absolute surrender of Puerto
Rico to the United States
Recognition of the independence of
Cuba.
Cession of one of the Ladrone is
lands to the United States as a coal
ing station and the cession to the
United States of at least a coaling sta
ton in the Philippines.
The question undecided is, what dis
position shall be made of the Philip
pine islands as whole. 1t can be
stated that there is practically no
difference of opinion in the cabinet
on the question of the retention or the
Philippine islands as whole, all the
members being opposed to our acqui-
sition of these islands. There has
been no decision, however, as yet on
the extent to which the government
will go in its decision respecting the
future of these islands, but it is prob
able that the answer of the president
will express the willingness of this
government to leave the matter of
the future government of the Philip
pines entirely in the hands Of a joint
commission to be appointed by this
government and the government of
Spain. The probability is that the
United States will insist upon a guar
antee of certain reforms in govern
ment in the Philippine islands.
Our answer will make no mention
of the money indemnity. Neither will
there be any armistice at all. The
answer will be in the nature of an ul-
timatum, and if Spain does not ac-
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03
Da mage by Hail.

Chicago, July 29.-Thousands of win
dow panes were broken during heavy
hailstorm in this city Thursday even
ing. A heavy rain which followed did
great damage in the interiors of apart
Shrubbery in the parks was cut up
and greenhouses damaged. In the
suburbs trolley wires are down in
many places. Many horses were
killed by contact with live wires. So
FAR as learned no person was seriously
injured
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03

peace, nor was any reference made to
Cuba, the Philippines, Puerto Rico or
other Spanish possessions. The evil
dent purpose of the Madrid authorities
was to first learn whether the United
States would treat on the subject of
peace, and after that take up such
terms as the two parties might sug-
gest. Neither was there any sugges-
ton from the Spanish government
that an armistice be esta blished pend
ing the peace negotiations. 1t seemed
natural, however, from the PROPOSE
ton that formal peace negotiations be
entered upon, that pending their
conclusion a cessation of hostilities
would occur.
Owing to the Importance of the
communication the ambassador
adopted the usual diplomatic proce-
dure of reading the communication
from the original, in French, the
translation being submitted by NJ
Thiebeaut. In the conversation which
followed the reading of their propo-
sitlon neither the president nor the
ambassador entered upon the question
of the terms of peace. The instruc-
tons of the ambassador had confined
him to the one essential point of
opening peace negotiations. and it was
evident that the president desired to
consider the proposition at this mo-
ment before giving any definite reply.
II was finally determined that the
president would consult the members
CT his cabinet concerning the PROPOSE
ton. and after decision had been ar
rived at NJ. Cambon would then be in
vited to the white house for further
conference and for final answer from
the United States government. Before
the call closed a brief official mem
orandum was agreed upon, in order
to set at rest misleading conjecture
and to give to the public information
en- a subject which had advanced be-
You'd the point where diplomatic re-
serve was essential.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03
SHE SUES FOR PEACE
Spain Realizes the Hopelessness of
Her Position.
Makes Direct Appeal Through the
French Ambassador-No Direct
Terms offered or Armistice
Asked.

Washington, July 27.-The Spanish
government has sued for peace, not
indirectly through the great powers OF
Europe, but by a direct appeal to Presi.
dent Mckinley. The proposition was
formally submitted to the president
at three o'clock Tuesday afternoon by
the French ambassador, NJ. Jules
Cambon, who had received instruc-
lions from the foreign office at Paris
to deliver to the government the ten
der of peace formulated by the Span
ish ministry. At the conclusion of the
conference between the president and
the French ambassador, the following
official statement was issued from the
white house:
THE French ambassador, on behalf of
the government of Spain and by direction
OF the Spanish minister of foreign af-
fairs, presented to the president this aft
ernoon at the white house a message from
the Spanish government looking to the
termination of the war. and the settlement
of terms of peace
Suggests No Terms.
The proposition submitted by the
ambassador acting for the Spanish
government was quite general in
terms and was confined to the one es-
sential point CT an earnest plea that
negotiations be opened for the pur-
pose of terminating the war and ar
irving at terms of peace. The COM
munication of the Spanish government
did not suggest any specific terms of
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03
Spain's Latest Move.

London, July 29.-The Madrid CORE.
spondent of the Times says: The ma
tional voluntary war fund now ex-
ceeds 25,000,O00 pesetas. La Core
spondencia de Espana announces that
il the view of the probable capituIa-
ton of Manila Gen. Rice, captain gen
eral of the Vizcayas islands, has been
ordered to assume charge of all the
territory formerly administered by
Capt. Gen. August. Thus Gen. August
will be able to sign only the capittla-
ton of the city of Manila and its en-
virons
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03
Killed in a Powder House.

Pinole, CAL, July 2s.-An explosion
took place in the nitroglycerin house
of the Hercules Powder company
Wednesday morning. No one was in
the building at the time. Later "A crew
was sent to clear away the debris and
extinguish the flames and second
terrific explosion occurred, killing five
men and fatally injuring many others.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03
His Name Stricken or.

Paris, July 81. = The Courier De Soir
says that the council of the Legion of
Honor has erased the name of NJ Emile
lola, the novelist, now under convic-
ton upon the charge of an alleged
libel upon the members of the Ester
hazy court-martial, and who is now I'M
derstood to be in Switzerland.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03
Says Manila Has Surrendered.

London, July 30. = A Madrid tele-
gram to the New York Herald SAYS the
government has received telegram
announcing the surrender of Manila
to Admiral Dewey.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03

London, July 25.-The Vienna CORE
spondent of the Daily Telegraph says:
The project of Europe conference
regarding the Philippines was brought
forward long ago, and there is every
prospect that the conference will meet
in Paris.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03
Must Remain snnni.h

London, July 27.-The Madrid CORE
spondent OF the Daily Nail says: The
result of protracted negotiations in
itiated by Germany is that the powers
have arrived at formal agreement to
oppose American annexation of the
Philippines. which must remain Span
ish.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03
Ordered to Join Camara.

Gibraltar, July 3o.-The Spanish
cruiser Lepanto, now at Cartagena,
has been ordered to join Camara's
squadron, which has been at Cadiz
since Wednesday.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03

claims that he was anxious to go with
the regiment to Puerto Rico. Having
twice been shifted from brigades that
were ordered to the front, the Fifth
illinois naturally feels greatly irri-
tated.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03

cept it she will fare worse in the flu
ture.
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03
MAY NOT ACCEPT.
Belief That Spain VIII Combat Cess.
ion of Puerto RicO-Prefers
Loss in the Philippines

London, July 30.-The Madrid cor
respondent of the Daily Mail says:
The Ely miner. [volume] (Ely, Minn.) 1895-1986, 1898-08-03
Major General Commanding Army

IGuanica, the point of del
the Puerto Rican expedition
a small town of LOU inhabi
southern coast of the island.
calculation Ii is less than
line distant from Ponce and
San Juan, against which the
be directed. Guanica is abe
south of 1auco, of which city
port, and with which it is co
good road. The town is situa
OF the same name, which form
best ports in the whole island
to the right are steep and
natural wharf. Three vessels {
side and unload by means OF
Vessels OF 80 feet draft can G
easily and proceed close in sho
spicuous advantage of this por
the excellent harbor facilit
transports. is the utter absenc,
tons or mines.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-03-28
RENWICK DIVORCE CASE.
Miss Osiand, "A school Teacher, Gave
Evidence on SATURDAY..

Miss Osland. a school teacher, was
the only witness in Saturdays con-
tinuation of the Renwick divorce case
in Attorney John +. Scragg's office.
Miss Osland was a witness for the
libellant, Mrs. Renwick.
She testified particularly in refer
ence to a disturbance at the Renwick
home one afternoon when Renwick
ordered his brother-in-law, Homer
Givett, from the premises. Givett re-
fused to go and was cool and collected,
while Renwick was much excited.
Mrs. Renwick Joined the two, but Miss
Osland did not see her thrown down
the steps as alleged. Miss Osland did
see, however, Mrs. Renwick show her
torn dress to her mother.
The witness saw Mrs. Renwick re-
turn to the house and re-appear with
a quantity of clothing. She was ac-
companied by her mother. The two
passed from sight around a corner of
the house. Givett also came from the
house. He and Renwick were cursing
each other.
According to Miss Islands opinion,
the Renwiclx house was not furnished
as nicely as might be expected in the
home of a man earning $50 per month,
although it seemed to contain all ne
cesSary articles.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-03-28
THE REVISED PROGRAMME.
Prepared for the Big Eisteddfod TO
BE Held in Wilkes Barre.

Following is the revised programme
of the big eisteddfod to be held in the
Ninth regiment armory, Wilkes Barre,
on Decoration Day, under the aus
pices of the Young Cambrian Aid So
ciety:
Grand chorus, 'Worthy Is the Lamb"
ulandeD, for a choir not under 100 nor
over l25 voices, prize, $500; with "a gold
medal 10 successful leader, and $40 piece
to the unsuccessful leaders.
Male chorus, THE Destruction of
GAIA" Uaurent De Rllle), for a choir not
under thirty-tive voices, $50.
Female chorus, 1.-THE Lord Is My Shep-
herd" (SchuberD, for a chorus not under
twenty-five voices, $50.
Mixed quartette, 1.-THE Radiant Morn"
CT. ]. Davis), SIG
Duet. tenor and bass, 1.-THE Fisher
men" (GabussD, ST.
Soprano solo, should lie UpbraidY'
Bishop), 81.
Contralto sclo, 80, Thou That Bringeth
Good Tidings to Zion" HandeD, 81.
Baritone solo, Barbara Freitche" (Slo-
mani, 81.
Tenor solo, Lead Kindly Light" Cd.
Pugh Evans), 81,
Piano solo, valse in d, op, 6. No. (fGd-
ward Grieg), So.
Violin solo, op. 81, No. (Jul Weiss), IS.
Male recitation, "Catalaine's Defiance"
S.
Female recitation, "rhe Ride of Jennie
McNeal," S..
Mines and Minerals (The Colliery En-
gineer Co., scranton) offers two prizes
for the best two essays which shall be
written by residents within the an
thracite coal fields Of Pennsylvania, no
person being eligible to receive more
than one puze. though the same person
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-03-28
STATE CONVENTION OF THE A. o. II.
Begins In This City June 7 and Con-
tinues Three DAYS.

A big and important gathering will
be the state convention of the Ancient
Order of Hibernian on the seventh,
eighth and ninth of next June. II will
witness the formal amalgamation of
the long separated Boards of Erin and
America.
The parade on the eighth will be a
stupendous affair. 1t will contain may
be six or seven thousand Lackawanna
and Luzerne county men, half as many
from Philadelphia and large delega-
tiOns from all parts Of the state.
The combining of the county boards
has already occurred. The state ANAL
gamation will be accomplished on the
first day of the convention. John
ONeill, of Philadelphia, is the presi-
dent of the state Board Of America,
and Edward F. Blewitt of this city, is
president of the state Board of Erin.
The vice-president of the latter is Hon.
John p. Quinnan, also Of Scranton.
An idea of the magnitude of the af-
fair may be gathered from the fact
that Lackawanna county alone will be
represented in the convention sessions
by over $50 delegates. At the prelim-
mary meeting on the opening day the
articles of union, framed by Bishop
McFaul, of Trenton, will be formally
ratified. According to the new rules of
representation the delegates selected
will then take their seats.
Besides the parade, the public fea-
lures of the convention will include a
big reception and an excursion of i'm
mense proportions to Farview on the
9th.
The combining of the two national
boards will occur June q at Trenton
Ancient Order of Hibernian leaders
from this section of the state have
done much toward bringing about the
prospective amalgamation.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-03-28
CITY NOTES.

Rev. G.. L. Arich will speak at the
Rescue mission tonight. All are welcome.
Lauretta Gallia and Vito Beccari, of
Dunmorc, were married Saturday by AL
derman Wright.
The Ancient order of Hibernians coun-
ty quarterly convention will he held in
College hall April 3.
Matthias Stipp, of this city, has pur-
chased the Morgan hriCkyards and clay
beds at Lee Park, WilkeGBarre. The
price paid was $4,000.
John Reap entored bail in court Sat-
urday on a charge of larceny and re-
ceiving, preferred by T. Burke. Edward
Frable was Reap's bondsman.
Frank Freddie, the boy charged with
stabbing n companion, Harry Condor, ten
days ago. was discharged by Alderman
Howe Saturday, owing to lack of evil
dence aEainst him.
Mrs Jennie Phillips preferred a charge
of non-support, threats and assault and
battery against her husband before Al
derman Howe Saturday. Phillips was
held in 5000 bail on each charge.
The lecture on the McAll Mission work
by Mrs. Louise Seymour Haughton,
which was to have taken place on Mon
day afternoon, has been postponed on ac-
count of Mrs. Haughton's inability to
be in Scranton.
Mrs Frederick Heinz made n complaint
of non-suppO"t against her husband be-
for Alderman Fuller Saturday, but later
in the day she withdrew her charge and
the couple settled their differences with
the magistrates assistance.
This funeral Of Mrs. Maria O'MalIey
will take place this morning from her
late residence, Gil Olive street. A re-
QUEEN mass will he sung i'm St. Peter $
cathedral, and interment will be made in
Hyde Park Catholic cemetery.
This week a gents furnishing estab-
lishment will be opened at 4OS Spruce
street under the firm name of Meyers and
Mansfield. Mr.. Meyers has been head
clerk at Dunn's, the halter, for several
years. and Mr.. Mansfield, who comes
from West Scranton, is competent busi-
ness man.
The last issue of 1.-THE Family Herald A"
published Saturday, shows a marked inn
provement in that crisp little four-page
newspaper, edited by c. l.. Watkins, s.
w. Hays and w. y. Matthews. That II
is appreciated as an advertising medium
is attested in the fact that three of its
eight columns contain the advertisements
OF representative business houses.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-03-28

may submit essays upon two or more
Of the subjects.
The conductor of the eisteddfod will
be Rev. T. c. Edwards, ID. d., of Kings
ton, and the adjudicators will be: on
music, Professor j. Haydn Morris, of
New York; Professor Morris Stevens,
Pittsburg on recitations, Rev. II. II.
Harris, Ph. D., of Taylor, and Pro-
fessor L. j. Richards, of Scranton; on
essays, william Tate, editor Mines and
Minerals Scranton,
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-03-28
READY ON SHORT NOTICE.
Government Is Giving Postmasters
on the Coast Warning.

Eugene Garwood, formerly of West
Scranton, who is now postmaster at
Virginia Beach. Va, has received Il
letter from the government directing
him to be ready to move the contents
of his office within twenty-four hours
in the event of hostilities breaking out
between this country and Spain.
Eugene Garwood is a son of J. S.
Garwood, for many years a resident
of the West Side He is now a promi-
nent resident of Lynnhaven, Va, and
like his son is a postmaster.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-03-28

been making his headquarters about
No. and carrying on his depredations
on the South Side.
1t was not until his arrest yesterday
that anything was known of his men
tai change. He had never been con-
sdered altogether right, but there was
no evidence previously of his being
badly deranged as he now is, undoubt-
edly,
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-03-28
Scranton, Pa, March %, 1898.

Scranton, Pa, March 22 1895.
Notice is hereby given to the Republi-
can voters of the Second legislative dis
trict that convention will be held IN the
Arbitration room in the Court House on
Tuesday. April 8, 1898, at.2 o'clock p. m.
sharp, for the purpose of electing two
delegates to represent this district in the
Republican state convention at Harris
burg June 2.
Vigiant committees will hold primary
elections in their several precincts on
Saturday, April 2, from 4 to o'clock p. m.
Fred w. Fleitz, Chairman.
Walter L. Davis, Secretary.