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Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
.DEWEY-DAY DO|NGS,
Congratulations Sent the Manila
Hero by the President
CELEBRATIONS EVERYWHERE,
FIas-FlylDs Galore, and Special EXer-
ciseS in the Schools.
NAVAL PARADE At PHILADELPHIA.
Ovatfou 10 the Captain and Crew of
the RaIeigIi-COghlan forced TO
Make n Speech-IIis Sentiments
Known, He Says.
x,v,LPARADE At PHILADELPHIA,
Ovation TO the Captain and Crew OF
known, He Says.

NEW YORK, May 1.-While at the
navy-yard to-day President Mckinley
sent the following cablegram to Admiral
Dewey:
MAY dewey Manila: On this ami
versary Of your great victory. the people
Of the United States unite in an express
sion OF affection and gratitude TO your
self and the brave officers and men or
your fleet, whose brilliant achievements
marked an epoch in history and will live
in the annals of the worlds heroic deeds.
civilian M'KINLEY."
HUBBUB IN SAVANNAH.
SAVANNAH, GA, May 1.-Dewey's vic
tory at Manila was celebrated here to-
day by ringing of bells. blowing Of
steam whistles, detonation Of giant
crackers and display Of bunting.
At o'clock this morning, about the
time OF the beginning of the battle one
year ago, the bells Of the fire-alarm sys-
tenn were set changing, and the noise was
kept up steadily for nearly half an hour
The chimes of st. Johns church played
yankee Doodle" Stores and private
houses were decorated, as was also the
shipping along the wbarves.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
AMERICANS CAPTURE MACABEBE.
LawtOn Advancing-ScOuts Under an
Old Indian Fighter.

MANILA, May 1.-Major Bell, with a
squad OF scouts. has captured the town
Of Macabebe, about four miles southwest
OF Calumpit, the people ringing bells and
shouting 'vivas."
The American army is now employing
Maclbebes, instead Of Cinnamon, and
they are delighted to get 80 cents day
declaring their loyalty to the Americans.
Major-General Lawton IS advancing.
He has organized a band of forty scouts
10 go ahead Of the column. The band.
which IL unGe' w. NJ Young. an old In
dian fighter, who killed five Filipnos last
week. includes Diamond Harrington,
Somerfeld, and Murphy, Of the Second
Oregon Regiment.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
AND STILL IT GROWS,
The Roll Of Delegates to the
May Conference
MEETINGS HELD YESTERDAY,
The Action Of ROckhrldSe County
Democrats.
rnE VOICE OF GLOUCESTER.
wants the Issue Made in the M
fionaI Democratic PIntform-Char-
Iottc in Line-Richmond County is
soIid-Ringing Resolutions.
the VOICE OF GLOUCESTER.
soIid-Ringing Resolutions.

LEXINGTON. VA, May (Special)-
Pursuant TO call, the Democrats OF
Eockbridge county favorable to the cleo
uou OF United States senators by the
vote of the people assembled in t'e court
house to-day and elected delegates TO the
convention to be held in Richmond May
10Th. Statc-Senator-elect Charles L. Nc
Corkle presided as chairman, and briefly
stated the object Of the meeting. Speeches
were made by ox-Congrcssman Harry st.
George Tucker leader OF the movement
in Congress: Hon. William y. Anderson,
and Frank y. Glasgow.
The following resolutions were offered
by AIr. Anderson and were unanimously
adopted:
Resolved. T. That this meeting heartily
approves the patriotic objects for which
the conference has been called to con-
vene in Richmond on the 10th instant.
Resolved. ,. That any Democratic citi-
zen Of Rockbridge who is in sympathy
with the objects Of said meeting. as set
forth in the published call, and who can
be in Richmond on that day is requested
To- attend said conference as a delegate
81 this meeting.
a committee was appointed to select
delegates from each of the six magis-
terial districts of the county. and they
named the following gentlemen, who were
unanimously elected:
Natural bridge \. Brady. J. W. Gill
more. W. G. Mathews. J. Poague Lackey,
A. NJ. Monroe. q. ~. Ehinger, and \. y.
Johnston.
Bunalo-W. y. Deacon, James NJ. Ander-
son. 4. w. Morrison, Z. l. Huffman, J.
Finley Wilson. and II. e. Johnston.
Kerrs Crcek-C. r. Siebert John II.
Wilson. Charles Lindsay, Lewis Hickman,
Jame- d. Harper. and A. J. Hayslett.
Walkers Creek. $. Craig, John D.
Snid.r John W. Bell. h. G. Mitchell. J.
4 Hyde. and Roger Martin.
South Iiver-Z. H. Rawlings. D. Z.
last. J. G. Shields, W. \. Kinnear, Will
Lam +. Nory w. &. Houston. and J. c.
Rawlings.
Lexington-G. d. Letcher, J. Scott
Moore. Paul NJ. Penick. j. Bruce Tut
wiler. +. y. OFT. W. T. Shields and j. p
Moore.
At large-W y. l.. Lcech. c. L. Nc
Ccrkle. II. ST. c. Tucker. William \. An
derson. and +. H. Barclay.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
REPORT FROM PRIEST SCHURMAN.
SeIf-GOvernment for the FilipiDos-
Experiment Already In Progress.

WASHINGTON. May 1.-The State De-
partment has received a long report by
cable from President Schurman. OF the
Philippine Commission, Of the conference
that was held at Manila Saturday be-
tween the members of the commission
and the representatives. OF Aguinaldo.
The text Of the dispatch was not made
public, but it was stated that Mr.. Schur-
mans report agreed precisely with the
Associated Press statement OF the pro-
ceedings In the conference, as cabled
from Manila
1t is declared at the State Department
that the proclamation issued by the Phi
lippine Commission just before the begin
ming Of the last campaign represents the
maximum concessions to be made to the
insurgents by the United States Govern
ment. 1t is realized now more strongly
than at any period yet that the capacity
of the Filipinos for self-goyernment is
an undetermined question. The United
States Government is willing to accord
the natives an opportunity 10 test their
abilities for the Philippine Commission
proposes to allow them almost complete
control of their local affairs. exercising
only such supervision, through the United
States army. as may be necessary TO
guard against the consequences Of mis-
takes on the part of the native municipal
and provisional officials in the first eX-
pertinent at self-gOvernment.
The experiment is already in progress
at some points in the Philippines outside
the Island of Luzon, where the United
States authorities have hOisted the flag
and assumed sovereignty, yet have con-
tinued the local governments under ma
tive direction. So far as the reports indi
cate, these experiments are working well.
and promise TO have good influence in
shaping the attitude toward the United
States of "a considerable element among
the F1lipinos which has been suspicious
of our intentions.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
other State and municipal officers. boarded

other State and municipal officers, boarded
the Raleigh.
The vessel was busy with visitors all
day long. The greatest crowd was on
board during the parade. Captain Cogh-
ian. Governor Stone. and Mayor Ash
bridge were on the bridge when the parade
was passing.
SPEECH FROM COGHLAN.
The ovation TO the Captain and his
crew was grand. The crowd on the ship
was so great that the Captain had great
difficulty In reaching the quarterback
from the bridge. He was forced. TO hold
On uppromptu levee at the foot of the
stairs leading to the quarterback, and the
cry Of Speech was raised and the Cap
tain forced to respond. He said:
Ladies and Gentlemcn,-It is no use
attempting to make any kind of a speech.
You know what think, and how 1 APP
preciate the honors which you have con-
tinually showered upon my vessel since
she has arrived In port. 1t Is source
of inexpiessible satisfaction to me TO
have played part. no matter how insig-
nificant, IL the battle which won for us
such n glorious victory, and | extend my
heartfelt thanks for your approval"
Then the Captain disappeared below.
OFF FOR NORTH CAROLINA.
The Raleigh leaves here tomorrow for
Wilmington, n. G. She has on six
FOUNDER gun captured from the Rena
Christina, one OF the Spanish ships en-
gagged in the battle OF May list This gun
is to be presented TO the city of Raleigh,
n. c.. after which city the cruiser is
named. From Wilmington the vessel will
go to Charleston, S. c., where she will
take part in the Confederate reunion and
will remain there until May 10th. Then
the Raleigh Will go TO Portsmouth, y. H.,
and be placed out Of commission.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
THE GLOUCESTER MEETING.
Pat IL in the National Democratic
Platform.

GLOUCESTER COURTHOUSE. VA,
May l-(Special3-At q mass-meeting of
Democrats held here to-day to elect dele
gates TO the May conference, Mr.. J. II.
Seawon was elected chairman and Mr.. l..
G. Catlctt secretary.
Hon. j. y. Stubs explained the object
Of the meeting. and offered resolutions
favoring the election Of United States
senators by the people. endorsing the
conference and urging that the confer
tuce agree 10 use every effort 10 secure
"a plank in the national platform Of 1902
pledeing the Democracy to secure an
amendment so the Constitution so that
senators may be elected by the people.
Brief speeches were made by Mr.. Will
liam ap W. Jones. Captain j. y. Tabb,
and Mr. Marquis Jones.
Twelve delegates were elected. as fol-
lows: Epworth DistriCt--J ~ Stubbs. r.
T. Gray. i. ID. Bayse. and ". c. Ahcr-
ron: Ware District-Maryus Jones ". G.
J.. Talafcrro, Thomas \. Smith ana j.
a. Seawell; Abingdon District-J. y.
Tabb, III. W. Glass. Judge Charles Cat
lett and y. \. Rowe Every delegate was
authorized 10 appoint his own alternate.
81 necessary
\ motion was adopted giving an Demo-
Gratis IN sympathy with The movement.
who may wish 10 DO $50. the privilege of
attending the conference
There was q larger crowd than usual
our to-day. Local politics is getting pref
" hot.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
Narauding in Cuba,

HABANA, May 1-According to a dis
patch from Puerto Principe province. the
village Of St. Andrew has been raided by
band of outlaws. The place was com
pletely tked, the bandits carrying off
twenty horses, a large quantity Of cloth
Ing and groceries, and 500 In money.
Five mounted men, armed, the dispatches
say, attach ed store I'm the village or
Iiena Azul abducted the proprietor and
The people of the locality are frantically
begging for protection. and a force OF
rural guards Is greatly needed. The cOun-
try folks are moving into the larger towns
for safety, while the planters, many of
whom have bought quantities OF sugar.
cane In Isolated localities. fear that the
marauders will destroy It.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
THE ANGLO-RUsSIAN AGREEMENT
Integrity md Independence of China
to lie Upheld.

ST. PETERSBURG. May 1.-The Anglo
Russian agreement wleh reference to
spheres of influence in China is not in
the form of a convention, but is set forth
in a note duplicates Of which have been
exchanged between the Russian Minister
for Foreign Affairs. Count Muravieff, and
the British Ambassador 10 Russia, Right
Hon. Sir Charles s. Scott. The preamble
states that both countries agree to up
hold the integrity and independence OF tre
Chinese empire.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02

Southern have written that tickets to the
conference will be sold at the rate OF
cents per mile for the round trip. Iickets
will be sold May eth and 10th, final limit
May 18th.
An effort will be made to secure re-
duced rates for delegates at all the hotels
of the city. 1t Is understood that Rich
mond Democrats win furnish the music
for the conference. Arrangements for the
latter have not been perfected.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
In the Lead.

Notice.--ro My Friends and Customers:
| have removed 10 my new store, No. 10
south Thirteenth street, where l shah
be better prepared TO serve you than
heretofore. having added the most modern
and improved machinery FOR roasting and
grinding OF all kinds. shall also con-
tinue to carry FULL line OF Fancy and
Staple Groceries. Promptness and satis-
faction shall be our motto. Thanking
you for past patronage, and soliciting
your future good will and confidence,
remain. Respectfully yours.
JOHN J. WILLIAMS, Proprietor,
No. 10 south Thirteenth street
T.. g. Snead. Manager: II. A. Fleming,
City Salesman.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
SOUTHERN R'wAY MEN BtNQUETED
Leading CharlestOnians Pledge
Earnest business CO-OperatiOn.

CHARLESTON, $. c., May 1.--At the
Charleston Hotel tonight q banquet was
rendered Southern railway officials as a
friendly evidence that the businessmen
Of Charleston are pleased with the lease
OF the South Carolina and Georgia railway
by the Southern. and as an earnest Of CO.
operation with that system. one hun
dred and fifty gentlemen were present
all of them able representatives, of the
different commercial interests and profess
sional pursuits of Charleston. Colonel A.
b. Andrews. first vice-president; Frank
5. Cannon. third vice-president: a. b.
Abney. division counsel. and ID. Card
well division freight agent. represented
the Southern.
These gentlemen pledged the Southern
10 put Charleston an equal commercial
footing with other South Atlantic ports.
and asked the cooperation OF the bust
ness-mcn OF Charleston. the Charles
tonians responded. and pledged them
selves 10 work In harmony with the South
ern. J. c. Hemphill, editor OF the News
and Coyrier. presided.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
TERRIBLE DEATH.
Caught Under a. Tree He Was
Telling.

BUCHANAN. VA, May 1-(special.)-
Captain John E. Noel of Jennings Creek
met fearful death to-day while Telling
a tree. His body was terribly manged by
being caught under the tree, and death
soon ensued Captain Noel was Up I'm
his ffties. and had served in the Con-
federate army. He was a lifelong Demo-
crat of the purest type, and an honorable.
Christian gentleman. His death is a
great blow TO his friends.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
SENATOR MARTIN Is BACK.
He IL Again Mt acadquaters ue-
ceiviug visitors.

Senator Martin returned from Smith
field. yesterday. where he spent Sunday
with Mrs. Martin, who is the guest OF
relatives there.
There were many callers at Senator
Martins headquarters yesterday, a larger
number than usual. IL was stated that
they all expressed themselves pleased
with the present aspect Of the senatorial
6OIt
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
ference In Richmond. which meets on

ference In Richmond, which meets on
the 10th.
The meeting was presided over by Hon.
Carter Wexford, coOnty chairman. Hon.
W. A. Jones and Joseph w. Chnn, Jr..
I'm brief speeches advocated the primary
plan OF choosing senators. The county
Is solid for the movement. The delegates
elected are as follows; J. W. Chinn. Jr..
John IA. LEMON. W. Y. Morgan, James
5 Barron. James l.. Motley, Fred Down
ing NJ. c. Lewis, r. Carter Wexford.
W. A. Jones. Ell Sharp, T. d. Marx, and
b. A. Middleton
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
Incendiarism Theory Rejected.

NEW YORK. May la Coroner's jury
to-day Investigated the deaths OF the
twelve persons who lost their lives in
the fire of April 18th at the residence OF
the late Wallace C.. Andrews. The Jury
found that the death OF the victims was
due 20 a conhagration. and that the con-
causes unknown. The police testimony
discredised the theory pt ncepdiayjsm.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02

AS the season of the year when pneu-
monia, la grippe. gore throat. coughs.
colds. catarrh, bronchitis. and lung
troubles are TO bgi guarded against. no.
thing rs a fine Substitute" Will answer
the purpose" orr IL Just as good" as
One Minute Cough Cure. That is tx, one
infallible remedy for all lung, throat. or
bronchial troubles. Insist vigorously upon
having Y II Something else is offered
yOff-
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
TO the Peace Jubilee.

Mrs. Gill will run an excursion 10 Wash
ngton on Tuesday May 23d. in connec-
ton with the peace jubilee celebration.
The train Will leave the Chesapeake and
Ohio depot al $50. arriysas In Washing
toR aR9vt ! z. "
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
hIchmond COnnty Solid.

,""iSAW, VA. May l.-(special)-A
Ivy large and enthusiastic mass-meet-
ii oss Of the Democrats o. This county was
tese acre to-day, The object heing to
u''esaIes 10 the Democratic con-
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
Arbor and Bird-Day Too.

ST. PAUL. MINI. May 1.-General OBJ
seryance of Dewey-Day in the public
schools OF this city was accompanied by
Arbor- and Bird-Day. this being also the
date designated by the Governor for that
purpose.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
LONG EULOGIzEs THE NAVY.
He Also Defends the Administra-
lions Philippine Policy.

BOSTON, May 1.-The Essex Club cele-
brated Admiral Dcweys victory with a
banquet at Youngs Hotel tonight, at
which were entertained, as guests, Secre-
tary -of-the-Navy John d. Long and two
heroes Of the Manila fight-Captain
Wildes, of the Boston, and Lieutenant
Commander Reese formerly executive Of
ficer of the Olympia-besides Commander
James r. Selfrdge, formerly Of the Puri-
tan, and acknowledgements u. a.
Wilmer. of the Monadnock.
Secretary Long began his speech with
q euiogy of Admiral Dewey, and then
presented a graceful tribute to the Off
GERS and men of the navy. The greater
part Of his speech was a defence of the
national administration in the matter Of
its Philippine policy.
He said In part: II believe that no
more unpatrotic utterance or one more
unjust to the administration Of the gov
ernmen u our country has been uttered
than the statement which l see now and
then, that the treatment of the CubanS
by Spain, or the Armenians by the Turks,
is not to De compared with our course
toward the FilipnOs In wanton and de-
llberate cruelty The mind that can utter
such an extravaganza is so entirely
warped that it's judgment in valueless."
Raleigh Sailors Bnuaueted.
PITTSBURG. PA. May 1.-The feature
OF the Dewey-Day celebration here to-day
was mass-meeting at the old City Hall,
where addresses appropriate To the Occa-
sion were made by Congressman John
Dalzell and others. the speeches being
interpreted with music. An immense
crowd was in attendance. The star at
three sailors OF the Raleigh-Chief Yco-
man Phillips, GunnerS-Matc Price, and
Gunner's Mate Geberache. They Were
given "A hearty welcome, and an address
made by Gunner s-llate Price, in which
he related the story of the battle was
received with great enthusiasm. After
the meeting the sailors were banqueted.
Besides the meeting at the old City Hall,
numerous other events OF patriotic ma
ture took place throughout the city and
in the vicinity.
Celebration at Manila.
MANILA. May yesterday the ami
versary of the battle OF Manila bay was
observed by the United States fleet. the
usual drills being omitted Admiral
Dewey had many visitors, and the Ameri
can and British merchantmen dressed
ship.
Legal Holiday.
SAN FRANCISCO May 1.-The lst OF
NAV having been made, by act OF the
Legislature, a State holiday, special eK-
ercises in commemoration OF Dewey's
great victory took place in almost every
CITY and town in California. IN this
city. the national salute was fired from
the cannon from which was fired the last
shot OF the Spanish at Corregidor.
Patriotic Receptions.
BOSTON. May dewey Day was cele-
brated here to-day by means of n dis
play of flags over the national, state. and
CITY buildings. and receptions held by
natriotic societies. In many Of the pub
lie schools there were appropriate exer-
cises.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02

Flavor your drinking water with 10 10
20 drops OF Angostura Bittcrs. and you
will avoid all danger OF the impui dies
Ter supply.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
CONFEDERATE VETERAN REUNION.
Charleston, y. e., May 10 to IL, 1891
win Atlantic Coast Line.

Tickets will be sold. lachmond to
Charleston. 5. c.. and return for above
occasion at tS.2. On sale May stn, 9th.
and 10Th, with final limit May q. 1850.
This is short line, Quickest and best
route. Pullman cars and day coaches OIL,
all trains For schedule and iurther Inc
formation call on or communicate with
G. 3. CAMPH ELL.
Division Passenger Agent.
Union Depot.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION

At Louisville, Ky.-One Fare for the
Round Trip, Via 4. AZ ID. Route to
Louisville, for Delegates and visf-
tors to Southern baptist Convens
ton and AuxiIiaries.
These tickets will be on sale May sth
TO 18th. limited TO fifteen days. with privi-
lege Of extension 90 June 10th, by deposit
ing return ticket. Delegates from Balti-
more, Washington, Richmond. and other
portions Of the State will take Chesa-
peake and Ohio train leaving Richmond
2l5 p. NJ. and Washington I'D y. NJ.
May 10th, and will BIO pleased to have
others join them.
Extra sleeping-cars Will run on this
train. Those wishing berths reserved
should early notify John ID. Potts, A. q.
Z. A.. Chesapeake and Ohio railway
Richmond, Va.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02

NEW YORK. May 1.-Dewey-D Day was
celebrated in the public schools by spe-
ciaI exercises. concentrating the vic
tory at Manila. and by the flying Of flags
on all school buildings.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
Many Flags i'm Jersey.

celebrated In Jersey City. Newark. Pater
son, and other cities in Jersey by tn
fiying OF flags. and special exercises IL
the public schools. commemorating tn,
victory OF Manila
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
The Weather.

- WASHINGTON. May i.-Fors-
Erj0llNl cast for Tuesday:
For Virginia Partly cloudy and
u continued warm weather Tuesday:
showers ind cooler Wednesday; brisk,
southerly winds.
For North and South Carolina-Fair
TUESDAY: increasing cloudiness wednes-
day; fresh, east TO southeast winds.
THE WEATHER IN RICHMOND YES
TERDAY was clear and warm. The skies
al midnight were cloudless.
State of thermometer:
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
Crescent City Celebration.

NEW ORLEANS. May 1.-Dewey's Day
was celebrated in the schools here to-
daV.
Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1899-05-02
A Legal Holiday.
Patriotic Receptions.

BOSTON. May 1.-Dewey-Day was cele-
brated here to-day by means of dis
play of flags over the national. State. and
CITY buildings. and receptions held by
patriotic societies. In many Of the pub
lie schools there were appropriate exer-