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Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
EXpECTANT SPAIN
A Commission Waiting ali Manila
 for f1Ore Money.

Madrid, May 3.-The cabinet council today decided to devoso 5,O00.00C pesetas to improving the Qualifications in the Canary islands.
 Special consideration was given t6 dispatch from General Rios, Spain's principal military representative in the Philippines, expressing lis belief that the Washington government will show a conciliatory attitude re- garding Spain's claim to large sums of mcney the Americans have conf1scated in the Philippines and the council de- cided that the Spanish financial com mission should remain in Manila to deal with the sums to be restored
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
COMPARTMENT CABLE LINES.
Will Be Taken to the Philippines By
 the Hooker

Washington, May 3.-GsneraI Greedy states that the United States trans port Hooker will be placed under the for the purposa of laying a military cable in the Philippines. The Hooker will sail Monday from New York. carrying with her Major Maxfeld, Lieutenant Clarke and twenty-five men of the regular signal corps to re- place the signal corps volunteers in the Philippines. The ship carries PIP miles of deep sea cable, which is loaded in three pieces. Cable machin- cry, cable tanks and testing appI- ances of the most improved pattern and all the gear necessary for laying, recovering and repairing submarine cable have been supplied. The cable is entirely Of American manufacture.
 The cable will be used to connect such islands and such points as Major General Ois may deem necessary fer military administra ton. It is ex- pected that this system will supple ment the cable lines CT the Eastern G--teAS4Ou l 0IeSt dpi4 CCH4pdAy u SucI an extent that General Otis will be able to communicate speedily vtth any and all of the Important islands Of the Philippine archipelago.
 Major Maxfeld, who is. in command of the expedition, is a graduate Of Harvard, has served seventeen years in the agnaI corps, has had charge Of the signal corps school of instruction and performed gallant and d.s- tinguished service in Cuba.
 The progress Of the expedition will be watched with interest, tt being tAs first effort of American manufacturers and American officers to lay deep
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
sea cable of such length in distant

sea cable of such length in distant waters.
 h addition to the cable the Hooker carries materials and instruments for 1000 miles of land lines, 100 telegraph offices and 100 telephone stations. These supplies, with these already in the Philippines, are sufficient for the construction of 2,O0o miles Of tele- graph and cable lines. The present Philippine system consists Of about 300 miles of cable and $50 miles Of telephone lines. The cables are those of the Eastern Extension Telegraph company, laid and maintained under concessions and with promises of subsidies frccn Spain. The land lines are now the property of the United States, but fully 1,7G0 miles are now occupied and operated by the Fiji pinos, The Hooker sails through the Suez canal and should reach Manila about June 20.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
AN INTENSE STEEL TRUST
With Capital of Half Billion
 Dollars.

New York, May 3.-The Financial News bureau reiterates today the re- port of large steel combination that will probably be formed on the basis of s525, OOo, ,OoO capitalization, to take in the Carnegie Steel company, the Mlasaba iron interests. the Federal Steel company, the American Steel and Wire company, the National Steel company and the American Tin plate company.
 J. and w. Ssligman & Co, J. P. Mor- gan 6 Go. and the National City bank are named as the fnanciaE agents of the proposed combination.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
A GLASS EYE.
Permitted to Cut No Figure in a
 Divorce Case.

Cincinnati, O., May 3.-Judge Jetks today granted a divorce and alimony to Catherine Kraus from Charles Kraus. When Mrs. Kraus sued for divorce, her husbands attorney filed an answer setting forth that his wife had glass eye and had deceived him, as he did not know of the glass eye until after they were married.
 The count held that facial or other physical blemishes were not grounds for frauds in marriage contracts.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04

borhood of 17,500.000 This is not such a heavy falling off from March. which was a record breaker. The in ternaI revenue receipts were s22, 1O7, and customs $2O,933,436. The greatest decrease is in customs. This was expected, as the customs receipts in March are always heavy. For April, 1898, the customs receipts were S14, ,193, ,976. and the internal revenue $14,819, ,037 Compared with a year ago, therefore, both customs and in- ternal revenue show large gains.
 The deficit for last month is over $5,0OO,O0O, owing to heavy expendi- lures. The war department alone will stand credited with more than $15, ,O0O,- OO0 expense during the month. Inter- est payments have also been heavy.
 In April, 1898, the receipts were de- fcient by many millions to cover the expenditures. as that was the be- ginning of hostilit:cs with Spain Even then the army expenditures were only st, ,223,814. For the first ten months of the fiscal year which ended June 90, 1898, the total expenditures on account Of the war department were S55, ,140, ,401 For the same length of time of the present fiscal year the expenditures will approximate S210,- OO0, ,00O The enormous increase is easily seen The navy spent the same periods $4O,249,164, and approxi- mately S55, ,5GO, 900.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
COUNTRY STANDS IN
No Adverse Political Effect
 Of Philippine Situation.
Repre sentative Smith Says thai H~ Has Just Returned From Illinois and inc peopIe Want War Pushed 10 Successful Conclusion.

Washington, May 3.-The statement made by Senator Frye in an interview yesterday that the prolonged fighting in the Philippines is something which the peace commissioners did not ap- ticipate, carries with it the suggestion that the struggle may have an adverse effect upon the political fortunes of the republican party in the coming elections. Some of the leaders of the party in Washington have, in fact, in- timated their serious fears as to the effect which the Philippine situation may have upon the party. but these doubts are not shared by Representa- tive Smith of Illinois.
 ''Of course" said he, 'I regret that there should be any occasion for fight ing in the Philippines, and I should be glad to see the trouble speedily set ted l would not for a moment, how eyer, have the president withdraw our troops or follow any other policy ex- cept that Of esta blishing absolute American control
 Do you think congress ought to meet to aid the president in solving the Philippine problem?"
 Not at all. The president has am pc power to deal with the whole ques- tion. Congress adjourned with the full understanding that the president possessed these powers. Even if con- gress should eventually decide that we do not want to permanently hold the Philippines, l would not advise. at this time, any parleying with the sit uaticn. Firts of all, we want to show that we can control the islands, and then we can do with them whatever please
 twill the people uphold such pol iey?''
 T can only answer for the part of tie United States which includes my district. My constituents early in- dorsed the course of the administra- tion with reference to the Philippines. Their sentiments have not changed. have just returned from a visit to my district. and talked with the peo- pie generally on the subject. ! found the feeling very strong-I may say al- most universal-in favor of holding the Philippines, even if we have to fight for them. My people are in favor of the vigorous prosecution of the war in the Philippines to successful conclusion, and then it can be deter mined what we are to do with the islands,
 Representative Marsh of Illinois echoes MT. Smiths sentiments, There is no need for congress to meet said he. and the republican party will not be hurt because there is fighting in. the Philippines. The people under stand that the islands came to us from Spain, and they want to see the Amer jeans in full control, even if it takes a little fighting to accomplish that end"
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
SCATTERING RIOTERS
The ROaSfed Resistance Will
 Moi Take Place.
consfabIes Under Protection of inc CoIored Troops are Searching inc Hills About WaEdner for Participants in inc Outrage.

Wallace, Idaho May 3.-The pres ent indications are that by the timo authorities can act, Saturdays riot CTS wall be scattered all over the earth. Their impression on getting home was that the affair was ended, feeling secure and defiant. But when the tqoops arrived at Wardner, many be- came panic-stricken. The estimates are that 200 left Canyon Creek ysstsr- day and today.
 Wild rumors regarding the action of the Canyon Creek men gain cred epce even here. Rioters still leave by every train. The Northern Pacific runs an extra coach well loaded to Wardler It is claimed that many Butte men who arrived last week are now leaving.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
SAVINGS OF SOLDIERS.
Reports Received by the Paymaster-
 General of the Army.

Washington, May 3.-Rstports re- ceived by the general of the army indicate that United States troops in the outlying possessions of the United States are making practical demonstration of thrift and economy From July, 1898, to February, 1899, the sum of $763,554 was deposited by the soldiers, and, under the law, will draw interest at the rate of 4 ger cent. This is $150,000 more than was deposited during the entire nravious year. Of the total deposits $173, $40 belongs to soldiers in the Philippines, $216, ,O0O to soldiers in Cuba, and $54 ,539 to soldiers in Porto Rico. These amounts do not represent only the savings Of soldiers from thsir salaries, but also their profits from various outside specula- tions and enterprises.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
ARIZONA BANKS
Report of inc ComlfrOlier of Inc
 Currency.

Washington, May B. (SDecial)- The abstract Of the condition of the national banks of Arizona at t.a close Of business on April as reported to the comptroller Of the currency shows the average reserve to have been 39.42. pe- cent, against 42.O4 per cent on February f; loans and discounts, in erase from S1,065,190 to s1,125, ,S51; stocks and securities from $127,29 to S136 992; due from national banks, not reserve agents, from S176,71O to $236. 1OS; due from state banks and bankers, increase from $95,- 442 to s12O,248; due from ap- proved reserve agents, from $438, ,107 to $509, ,523; gold coin, decreass from $248,735 to $198,725; total specie, from S2G2, PAP to $212, All; lawful money re7 serve, from $304.360 to $256,032; total resources, increase from s2,505 .O60 to sS;LvG69. .753; due to other national banks. from $6,215 to S7,4S7; due to other: banks and bankers, from s11,SsS. to $203,300; individual deposits, from S1,S13, 727 to s1.977,726.
 An increase Of pension has been granted to Jacob Meyer of Fort Grant, Ariz., from $17 to $24
 A patent has been granted to George ". Hamilton of Globe for car coupling,
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
NOTHING AGREED UPON.

Manila, May 3.-There was confer ence lasting two hours today between Major-General Otis and the envoyS from Genera Antonio Luna bearing a proposal for a cessation of hostilities. General Otis adhered tC his refusal to recognize the so-called government of the insurgents The Filipinos ask for a truce of three months to enable Aguinaldo to summon the congress and consult with the insurgent leaders. The envoys admitted the contention of General Otis that Aguinaldo has little control oyer affairs outside of the is- land of Luzon.
 Z The question of the release of the Spanish prisoners in the hands of the Filipinos was mentioned, and Major Manuel Arguelles, the chief member of the delegation, said he considered them as being in the same category with Americans, the United States be ing the successor of Spain in the do- minion over the islands and acquiring by treaty all Spanish rights and obli> gatiqEs.
 After the close of the conference with General Otis, the envoys had consultation with the United States Philippine commissioners.
 Today the envoys acknowledged the pretense under which they came to General Otis that they represented General Antonio Luna, and announced that they came as representatives of Aguinaldo himself The two ennis saries used all their wiles to secure a reply from General Otis to a letter from Senor Mabini, Aguinaldo's prim minister and minister of foreign af- fairs in the dictator's cabinet. which they presented to General Otis yester- day, but General Otis refused to make reply on the ground that it would be equivalent to recognition of the ST called government of the Filipinos. Arguelles said Aguinaldo also Knew he would be overpowered iii time, but would be able to continue the nght and would do so unless given what Major ArguelIes termed peace with dignity"
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
GATHERING THEM IN.

WardHer, Idaho, May 5.-Fifty-f0ur warrants have been sworn out and corstGbles are making arrests under the protection Of the colored troops The dynamiters are fleeing to the hills. Cabins are being searched and the town IS wild with excitement. Jack Smiths body will be brought 1ack frcn Canyon Creek to- day and ar inquest will be commenced. Cheyne's body is now on the way back from Spokane for an inquest.
 NO SERIOUS TROUBLE IN SIGHT.
 Washington, May 3.-The war de- ar5ment does net anticipate serious trouble at Wardner after the troops now on the way arrive. General Mer riam sent the following dispatch: "Adjutant General Cortin.
 "Boize, Idaho, May 3.
 Arrived this morning. Conference with governor discloses great difficult ties in dealing with the rioters. Sono hope of identifying the offenders through the coroner's inquest to be held tomorrow at Wardner CRe union man is dead and one non-unIon man mortally wounded The destruc ton Of mining property was very great Troops from Boise, Vancouver, WaIla Walla and Spokane are moving to Wardner today. Troops from Har rison, Assiribome, Russell and Doug lass have been ordered to Mullan. 1 will go to Wardner tonight myself. The number of non-un:on miners ln the district is about 1,500. Tho nuDl- ber armed and acting in the riots Is about 100"
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
DEVELOPING SMALLPOX.

San Francisco, May 3.-Two cases Of suspected smallpox appeared on the United States transport Centennial which arrived from Manila on May 1, and onla case manifested itself on the transport Sherman. The vessels have been quarantined and the patients re- moved to the quarantine hospital on Angel island
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
UTE RESERVATION RUSH
Home Seekers Gathered in Rsadin-
 ness for Inc Opening.

Durango, Colo, May 3.-About 100 homeseekers were lined up at the land office at noon prepared to make filings on claims in the Ute reservation, which will be opened for settlement at noon tcmorrc,w. Many stoc5 in line all night and the number is being aug msnted.
 No United States marshals appeared and there. seems to be no necessity for them. The Indians are not manifest ing any uneasiness and their holdings will ba protected against the intruders
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
THE YoRKToWN's MEN.

Washington, May 3.-The following caDlegram was received from Admiral Dewey:
 The following are the Yorktown prisoners at the insurgent headquar- tefs at San Isidor: Lieutenant GiI- more Chief Quartermaster William Walton, salimakers Mate Paul vap- uei'' ooVs|aln John Ellsworth; ap- prentlces of the third class. Albert Peterson, Landsman sylvio Brisolese Landsman Paul Edwards and Lands man Fred Andersen. Provisions bave been sent them by Otis. We are con. tlnulng inquiries about the fate of the other seven
 (Signed) "DEwEv
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
FOUGHT IN A BRoTHEL.
An Ex-Philadelphia Lawyer Killed by
 a Miner

Telluride, Colo, May 9.-E. W. Richardson, formerly of Philadelphia. and Arthur Powell, miner, quarreled in house of ill repute here today and immediately began shooting at each killed. Powell did not get a scratch. He Twas arrested
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
IOWA COAL STRIKE.

Des Moines. Ia., May S.-Samuel Gompers is here holding conference with the striking miners in the central Iowa districts. The strikers have been out now for a month on a. demand for eight hours and 80 cents a ton for mining. Gompers will consult with the operators and it is believed a com promise will be eected and the strike called off.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
PEACE COMMISSIONERS SAIL.

New York, May l3-Prssident Seth Lowe of the Columbian university, Captain A. T. Mahan, U. s. N, and Frederick w. Holse, the American del- egates to the peace conference at The Hagu1, sailed today on the American liner St. Louis.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
SHE FELL ON A LAMP.

Oakland, Cal, May 3.-Mrs. Ruth Platt, wife of Dr. George H. Platt. was burned to death. Her husband went into her bedroom and found her lying on the floor wrapped in flames. An alcohol lamp was beneath her. During a fainting spell sine fell upon tEa floor with ths lamp under her.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
THERE IS NO CESSION.

Paris, May 3.-A semi-officiaI note issuad today declares that the alleged Siam was said to have ceded to France the province of Luang Prabang, in the the northeastern part of the kingdom of Siam, is unfounded.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
FRISCO DOG SHOW.

San Francisco. May 3.-The San Francisco Kennel club opcned it's ex- hibition today. Over 600 dogs, in- c,uding every variety and many prize winners from all over the United States, are on exhibition
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
LIEUTENANT NEALL'S CASE.

San Francisco, May 3.-The defense in the case against Lieutenant Neall has opened and closed and the case has been finished so far as the taking of testimony is concerned. Written arguments for the prosecution and de- fense will be submitted to the military court next Monday.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
EAPATRIATED SOLDIERS.

San Juan de Porto Rico, May B. Several hundred soldiers who were discharged from the United States army three weeks ago are awaiting transportation home. They are with out funds and are becoming exaspe- rated over the delay.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
ANOTHER HAUL MADE.

Wardner, Idaho, May 3.-A com pany Of the Fourth cavalry from Walla Wa1la arrived kere at noon. Thirty-fve dynamiters were arrested in one group, and others are nov po~ ing picked up. There are now si-ty under arrest at the soldiers camp.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
WILL FIGHT IN DENVER.

Denver, May 3.-Mansge~ Otto c. FIoto Of the Colorado Athletic associ- atiOn says tha Fitzsimmons-Jefri fight will talks place in Denver. He of fered purse Of $25, 900 and this morn ing received a dispatch from the prin- cipals requesting him to go back to New York to arrange details.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
SECURING SAN FRANCISCO.

San Francisco, May 3.-A battery of sixteen 12-inch rifled mortars is be- ing put in place at Fort Point and engineers say that when they are set up the Golden Gate will be inpregnable.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04

of circulars addressed by him to per sons in the Philippines He said he had received inquiries as to whether he would leave the country, but he would pay TO attention to them.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
THE GRAIN sHovELERs STRIKE

Buffalo, N Y, May 3.-So far as the unloading of grain is concerned there is no improvement in the labor situa- tion today. It is estimated that over 5000, coo bushels Of grain is -ow float ing on the boats in the harbor
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
DIED OF HYDROPHOBIA.

Pasadena, Cal, May 3.-Hiram NJ. Staats, a prominent real estate man, died today of ,hydrcphobia. He was bitten some months ago by a pet dog. while protecting his 4-year-oId son. who was also bitten. The boy was taken east for treatment. No signs of the disea=e have appeared in him yet
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
HE FAVCRS HANNA.

Cleveland, O., May 3-In an inter- view here today Hon. Chauncey M. DePew said he favored the continu- ance of Senator Hanna as chairman o, the republican national committee.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
SUGAR GOES UP.

New York, May 3.-The American Sugar Refining company today ad- vanced the prica on all refined sugars sold by it $ of a cent per pound.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
4 PHILADELPHIA FIRE.

Philadelphia. May 9.-Fire today de- stroyed Charles Bachrach's clothing store at Thirteenth street and Ridge avenue. About fifteen buildings are badly damaged The entire loss is S150,00O.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
DIPLOMATIC APPOINTMENT.

Washington, May 3.-Stanton Sick les of New York has been appointed secretary of the United States lege~ ton at Madrid.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
FURNACE WORKERS STRIKE.

New Castle, Pa, May s.-A general strike Of furnace workers occurred there last night, causing all the fur naces to be closed down. About 900 msn are affected. The recent increase in wages was not deemed sufficient
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
THE GERMANS STAND OUT.

Apia, Samoa, April 25.-(Via Auck- land, N. E., May 3.)-Mataafa, the rebel chieftain, has accepted an ar mistice The Germans. however, de- clined to sign the proclamation.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
FIGHTING IN THE OUTSKIRTS.

Manila, May 4.-(Noon).- Gen. eral Macarthur is now assaulting the town of San Tomas, about five miles northwest of Calumpit. The Ameri- cans are fighting for the bridge and the rebels are burning the town.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
BURNED IN HER HOUSE.

Cortland, N. Y, May 3.-Mrs. -Joana Devern. a widow, 60 years cid, was burned to death by fire which de stroyed her house today.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
ATKINSON SILENT.
He Will Not Say Whether He Will
 Leave the Country.

Boston, May 3--Edward Atkinson said today he sees no reason why he should concern himself further about the stoppage by the postal authorities
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
ASK FOR IA BIG ADVANCE.

Biddeford, Me, May 3.-Four hund- red machinists employed at the Saco and Pe1ee shops struck for an ad~ vance of twenty per cent in wages.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
THE ITALIAN CRISIS.

Rome, May 3.-The Italian min istry resigned. The resignation is a sequel to the scene i= the chamber of deputies yesterday.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
MINISTER TO PERSIA.

Washington, May S.-The president appointed Herbert w. Bowen minister to Persia
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04

At Cincinnati St. Louis, 9; Cincin- nati, l.
 At Baltimore-Boston 4; Balti- more, 3.
 At Pittsburg- Pittsburg, '; Louis vile. 6.
 At -Brcoklyn, 2; Wash ington, 1.
 At New York-Philadelphia '; New York, 3.
 At Cleveland-Chicago, '; Cleve> land. |.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
A DEAD SCULPTOR.

Cincinnati, May 3.-The eminent sculptor Louis T. Rebisso, is dead.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
GOVERNMENT FINANCES

Not Great Falling Off in Receipts
 From March.
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04

Washington, May 3.-Treasury re- ceipts for last month held up fairly well. The receipts are close to S22,- 900, ,OOO, and of customs in the neigh
Arizona republican., 1899-05-04
BASE BALL.

Where Games Were Won and Lost
 Yesterday.