The Forrest City times., 1901-12-20
SCRLEY HAS DEFENDERS.
The Unfor tunate Naval Contro- versy Continues On the
 Center of the Stage.
CONGRESS CALLED ON TO TAKE ACTION.
Numerous Bills and Resolutions Introduced All Intended to Give Honor and Recog- milton to the officer Whom Admiral Dewey Says Was in Command In the Battle or Santiago.

Battle or Santiago.
 Washington, Dec. 1S.-Representa- i've Wheeler, of Kentucky, member of the house committee on naval of fairs, yesterday introduced resolu- tion for an investigation of the Schley case. The resolution recites the re- suits of the recent court of inquiry, and adds:
 Whereas, Admiral George Dewey, recognized as the foremost naval of- ficer of the republic, entirely disa- grees and dissents from the opinion inquiry; and,
 Whereas, The American people de- sire that the conduct of Rear-Admiral Schley should be investigated and passed upon by citizens of the repub lie in nowise connected or identified with the navy depar tment; therefore, be it
 'Resolved, That the committee on naval affairs of the house of repre- sentatives be directed to inquire into the conduct of Rear-Admiral Schley from the time he assumed control of the flying squadron to and including the engagement with the Spanish fleet off the coast of Cuba"
 Provision is made for a report to the house of representative and au thoritY is given to send for persons and papers.
 Senator McComas, of Maryland, to. day will introduce in the senate, the following resolution:
 ''Nhereas, Commodore Schley was the senior officer of our squadron on the morning of July 8, 1898; and,
 Whereas, He was in absolute com mand and is entitled to the credit due to such commanding officer for the glorious victory which resulted in the total destruction of the Spanish ships; be it
 Enacted, That Rear-Admiral Win field Scott Schley, of the United States navy, retired, be hereafter paid out of any money in the treasury not otherwise appropriated the same pay and allowance he received as rear-admiral on the active list of said navy at the date of his retirement by reason of age"
 Representative Griffith, of Indiana. introduced a resolution for an iA- vestigation of the navy department. and of the Schley case. The pre- amble expresses confidence in Ad- miral Schley, recites the allegation of the Maclay history and refers to reports that Capt. Crowninshield and other naval officers were furnished proofs of this history. The large amounts of prize money received by Admiral Sampson and Capt. Chad wick, and the small amounts re- ceived by Admiral Schley and the captains of the ships participating iu the Santiago battle are set forth as among the subjects to be investi gated.
 Representative Shirm, of Maryland. introduced resolutions which, it is said, to considerable extent, repre- sent the views of the Maryland dele gation in congress. After reciting the opinion of Admiral Dewey in the recent court of inquiry, the resolu- tions recite as follows:
 That the opinion and finding of Admiral George Dewey be. and it is hereby indorsed as the only opinion and finding justified by the evidence adduced and pertinent facts estab- lished before the court of inquiry.
 That the thanks of congress are hereby extended to the said Rear Admiral Sehley, retired, and to the officers and men under his command for their brave and efficient conduct in achieving the victory over the Spanish fleet under the command of Admiral Cervera.
 That Rear-Admiral Schley be placed upon the list of retired rear admirals of the United States navy with the full rank, grade, privileges, emoluments and pay of officers of said rank in active service"
 Representative Gaines, of Tennes- see, introduced resolution reciting the Unparalleled achievement of Ad- miral Schley in destroying the entire Spanish squadron with consummate skill and terrible celerity."
 The resolutions make the opinion of Admiral Dewey the opinion of con gress.
 Representative Ball, of Texas, in- troduced a resolution, giving the thanks of congress to Admiral Schley.
 Representative Cummings, of New York. introduced a resolution direct ting the secretary of the navy to pre- sent a sword of honor to Admiral Schley and to strike off bronze 'Schley medals" for the officers and men who participated in the battle of Santiago. An appropriation of sl0,Oo0 is made.