Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-01-24
lov. Swettenham Writes Insult.
ing Letter to Rear Admiral
Davis.
|RDERED TO REEMBARK MEN
Governor Of Jamaica Openly DiscrcGits
Statements Made by the American
MANY Opportunities to
Aid while Ashore.

abrupt and painful conclusion to-
by in consequence of Governor Swctt-
nham's objection to the presence of
mcrican sailors engaged in clearing
10 streets. guarding property ana
'ccoring the wounded and sick. 1t
Eliminates i'm a letter to the admiral
eremptorily requesting him to reem-
ark all parties which had been land
Admiral Davis was greatly shocked
nd panied ana paid a formal visit to
overnor Swottenham to-day to in
Prm him that the United States bat
eships Missouri and Indiana, and the
inboat Yankton would sail this aft
moon.
To the Associated Press Admiral
avis said that Immediate compliance
ith Governor Swettenham's request
as the only course consistent with
le dignity of the United States.
The friction between the governor
nd the admiral began with the ar
val Of the American war vessels
he governor objected to the firing of
salute in his honor on the ground
bat the citizens might mistake the
ring for now earthquake. lie also
rclared there was no necessity for
merican aid-that his government
as fully able to preserve order. tend
ne wounded and succor the homeless.
Admiral Davis, however. landed mar
es OF blueJackets, who patrolled
reefs, cleared debris. RACED ruins. at
nded many Of the wounded and won
ne highest praise from citizens and
ilitary officers for excellent work
LETTER TO THE GOVERNOR.
on the afternoon of the slaute Incl
tnt, Admiral Davis wrote the COVER
or as follows:
My Dear GOVERNOR
Il beg you to accept my apology for
le mistake of the saute this after
bon. My order was misunderstood
nd the disregard Of your wishes was
Ne to mistake in the transmission Of
~ order. I trust the apparent dis
gard of your wishes will be over
boxed.
Il landed working parties from both
hips to-day to aid In clearing the
hrious streets and buildings, and pur-
bse landing parties Tomorrow for the
inc purpose unless you expressly 10
Fsire it. I think a great deal may be
one in the way Of assistance to pri-
1te individuals without interfering
18th the forces OF yourself and the
ovcrnment officials. AS the only OBJ
ct of my being here is to render such
assistance as l can, I trust you will
lstify me in this matter for the cause
common humanity.
81 had a patrol of six men ashore to-
ay to guard and secure the archives of
le United States consulate together with
party Of ten clearing away wreckage.
his party after finishing it's work at the
hnsulate assisted a working party to
bitch thieves, recovering from them a
ffe, taken from a iewclry store, valued
5000. From this judge that the po-
ce surveillance Of the city is inadequate
pr the protection of private property.
"Actuated by the same motive ramolv.
bmmon humanity, l shall direct the
ledcal officers Of my squadron to make
!! efforts to aid cases Of distress which
orhaps do not come under the observa-
on Of your medical officers.
l shall have pleasure in meeting you
the hour appointed, 10 a. M at head
larterS house.
i trust YOU approve Of my action in
lis matter.
Your obodiont servant,
(Sisned)
&c. H. DAVIS, Rear Admiral"
GOVERNORS REPLY.
Gov Swettenham responded FRIDAY os
blows:
Dear Admiral:-Thanks very much for
our letter, your kind call and all the
rsistance given or offered us. While
ost heartily appreciate the very generous
Tiers Of assistance | feel it my duty ia
* you to reembark tho working party
pd all parties which your kindness
rompted you to land.
IF in consideration OF the America n
ice consuls assiduous attentions TO his
nilY at his country house the American
pnsulate needs guarding in your opinion
though he was present and it was NOT
narded an hour ago, ] have no objection
your detailing a force for the sole
urpose Of guarding; but tho party must
ave no fire arms and nothing more Of
+nsive than clubs or slaves for this
motion.
Il h9d your working party was this
orning helping Mr.. Crosswell clean his
ore. Crosswell was delighted that the
ork was done without cost. II your ex-
Ilency should remain long enough 7 am
ire almost all the private owners would
glad or the services OF the navy IA
hve expense.
1T Is no longer question of humanity.
III the dead died days ago. and the
York Of giving them burial is merely
nc Of convenience.
II would he glad to accept delivery
the safe which it is alleged thieves had
possession The American vice-consul
ms no knowledge Of II; the store is close
sentry post and the officer OF the
ost processes ignorance of the incident
II believe the police surveillance of the
ity Is adequate for protection OF private
property. | may remind your excellency
nat not long ago 1t was discovered that
h'eVes had lodged in and pillaged the
esidences of some New York milllonaires
uring the absence in the summer; but
his would not have justified British
dmiral landing an armed party an as
!st!ng the New York police.
II have the honor TO be, with pro-
ound gratitude and the highest respect
Your obedcnt servant,
(Signed)
"ALEXANDER sWETTENHAM,
Governor.
SLIP LOAD OF BEEF SENT BACK.
When Admiral Davis called at head
uarters to bid farewell to Governor