Founded in 1800.] . OL. Xcvm.—NO 28 An Entertaining and Instmctive Home Journal, Especially Devoted to Local News and I nlerests. - l ' NORWALK.CONN’., FRIDAY, JULY 15. 1898—12 PAGES. [$1.00 a You; PRICE TWO CENTS 4. SUBBENDERED! GEN. TORAL GIVESUP SANTI- AGO AND ALL TROOPS UN- DER HIS COMMAND. . WILL NUMBER 20,000. THE PRISONERS WILL ALL BE SENT BACK TO SPAIN AT ONCE. BLANCO LOSES HOPE. WASHINGTON, July 15—Santiago has surrendered. Its fall, added to our marvellous naval victory, which re- sulted in the annihilation of practically two-thirds of Spain’s navy, has caused all Washington to feel satisfied to-night with the progress of the war. Indeed, more than this .may be said. The President and all of his Official ad- visers regard thegfall of Santiago as a climax to a series of Spanish defeats which will bring about an early peace. ,The story of the surrender of Santi- I ago is thus told in an official despatch received from General Miles at 4 p. m. , yesterday: PLAYA, July 14. To Secretary of War at Washington; “BEFORE SANTIAGO, July 14.—-Gen. Toral formally surrendered the troops of his army, troops and division of Santiago, on the terms and under- , standing that his troops would be re- turned to Spain. “Gen. Shafter will appoint Commis- sioners to draw up the” conditions of arrangements for carrying out the terms of surrender. This is very gratifying, as Gen. Shafter and the officers and men of this command are entitled to great credit for their sin- cerity and fortitude in over-coming al most insuperable obstacles which they encountered. “A portion of the army has been in- fected with yellow fever, and efforts will be made to separate those who are infected and those free from it, and to keep those who are still on board ship separated from those on shore. “Arrangements will be immediately made for carrying out further instruc- tions'of the President and yourself. NELSON A. MILES, “Major-General of the Army.” 'The number of prisoners of war that will fall into Gen. Shafter’s hands can- not be definitely ascertained. Just be- fore he left Washington for Cuba, Major-Gen. Miles estimated that there > were 14,000 trOOps in Santiago and about 18,000 near enough to go to the relief of the town. This reserve force included the garrisons at Manzanillo and Holguin, which are not within the area of the surrendered territory. At Guantanamo 1,500 Spanish troops are believed to be quartered, and probably twice as many more are elsewhere in the surrendered jurisdiction. It is supposed that not more than 2,000 Spanish soldiers succeeded in joining Gen. Toral in Santiago city since the American operations were begun, and the grand total of prlsoners of war that this Government will be obliged to ship back to Spain will be about 20,000. Until a full report from Gen. Shafter has been received no definite estimate can be made nor the terms of surrender fully understood. N 0 time will be lost, now that Santi- ago has surrendered, in sending sol- diers to the city to form a garrison dur- ing the war. Inasmuch as these troop- will have to remain there until peace is concluded, the Government will not take the chances of deadly disease by sending ordinary soldiers into the city, but will order the regiments of im- munes recently organized to duty there. The First and Second Regi- ments of immunes are the only ones available at present. The First is commanded by Col. Charles S. Riche, and is now at Galveston, Tex. The second is commanded by Col. Duncan S. Hood, and is encamped at Coving- ton, La. Each 992 men, all Of whom have either had regiment comprises yellow fever or have lived in tropical climates and successfully withstood the contagion and infection of the deadly diseases prevalent in those regions. It is probable that very soon the Seventh, Eighth, Ninth and Tenth regiments of immunes will be ordered to Santiago for garrison duty. These regiments are composed of negroes principally, and are now nearly completely or- ganized. ‘ Until the American forces leave Santiago province, Major-Gen. Shafter l will be the Military Governor of the area surrendered. The Cuban refugees from Santiago city elected Gen.Castillo of the insurgent ormy Governor of the province, but if he assumes the duties of that office they will be distinct from that of Gen. Shafter, who will assert absolute control over the conquered territory. BLANCO LOSES HOPE. LONDON, July 15.—-—The Madrid cor- respondent of the Daily News says it seems that the Government has suc- ceeded in convincing Captain-General Blanco of the uselessnessof continuing. the war. He adds that it is said in ministerial circles that France has offered her ser- vices in bringing about peace. , An unnamed Minister, referring to the exaggerated claims of the United States, says: “They do not believe that the, lion is as proud as he is said to be. We will defend ourselves tooth and nail rather than consent to annihilation.” A despatch to the Times from Mic drid says that the peace prospects are are especially marked in commercial circles. The Madrid Chamber of Com- merce has received telegrams in favor of peace from Cadiz, Vigo and elsewhere but nobody favors peace at any price. The movement may be described as a desire for peace with honor, without great territorial sacrifices. Inordinate demands might easily arouse a warlike spirit, compelling the Government to swim with the popular current, re- gardless of consequences. The Berlin correspondent of the Daily News says that private advices from Madrid are to the effect that the Cabinet has decided upon peace, and that the Foreign Minister and Minis: ter of Public Works are formulating the conditions to which Spain will agree. BRIEF WAR NEWS. In a conference preceding” the sur- render of Santiago General Toral told Generals Miles and Shafter that if he evacuated the city without taking his arms he would be court martialled and 'shot. ' Spanish mines are to be removed from Santiago Harbor and it will be transformed into a refuge for our ships in Southern Cuban waters. Most of the troops now at Santiago will be brought back to the United States and the“ City will be garrisoned by immunes. Large sums in gold were taken from Santiago by the refugees who fled to E1 Caney. . Ni; Bids for furnishing transports, "prob- ably to Cadiz, for about fifteen thou- sand of General Toral’s troops will be asked for by the United ‘States. General Miles Officially reported the presence of yellow fever among the troops at Santiago. More than one hundred cases are under treatment. General Summer, instead Of General Wheeler, as stated in the official re- ports, was in command when El Caney was taken by assault. Arms and supplies for General Gomez have been landed at Palo Alto by the Florida and Fanita, after fierce fight— ing, in which Captain Nunez was kill- ed and Winthrop Chanler wounded. When subscriptions to the war loan closed, bids for sip-1,325,000,000. had been received, although only $200,000,000 in bonds were authorized. = Commodore VVatson’s fleet will start for Spain at once, under orders to attack a Spanish coast city, so as to force Camara to come out and fight. Orders were sent to Tampa to stop Santiago. The St. Louis with Admiral Cervera and his Officers on‘ board left Ports- mouth, N. H., for Annapolis. General Shafter Santiago and the Spanish troops were surrendered by General Tom], on con- dition that the Army be sent to Spain by the United States.’ That part of the island east of Acerraderos, Palma. and Sagua was turned over to‘ the "announced that United States authorities. _ short time from his injuries. improving. The symptoms of a change ‘ the embarkation here of troops for . A Madrid dispatch to a London paper says that the peace feeling is growing in Spain, and that the Gov- ernment is only waiting for authentic information as to what America will demand. A dispatch frOm the Hong Kong correspondent of a London paper says thatAdmiral Dewey suppressed some of the facts of the Irene incident for fear that the truth might arouse a strong feeling against Germany in this coun- try. ‘ ‘A‘ IMPALED or? SHAFT. A Waierhury Bioyclisl’s Terrible Death From a Collision. WATERBURY, CONN., July 15.— Joseph F. Carroll, aged 31 years, was impaled on the shaft of a carriage while riding a. bicycle on West Main street last night and died in a very ‘ He was riding in an opposite direction to that in which the carriage was going and evidently did not see the carriage until too late to avoid a collision. The shaft entered the chest, passing nearly through the body. The carriage was occupied by an un- known man and woman and was rapid- ly driven away after the accident. A Stag Dinner. Charles Dimond, of the R. & G., gave a shore dinner to a number of his gentlemen friends, at Dorlon Point last evening. Landlord O’Sullivan’s clams, lobsters, fish, etc., disappeared as rap- idly as though a hungry Spanish army had struck them. 1 Among those present were Charles Dimond, Joseph R. Taylor, H. A. Mathewson, H. S. Hatch, Leigh Whit- taker, M. T. Hatch and F. N. Ferris. ‘ -r Harlwlckrkollou. J. Hartwick and Miss Lillian Kel- logg, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Kellogg were married in South Nor- walk yesterday afternoon. New girders and planking are being laid at Banks’ livery stable. FATAL 399mm. Michael Kosky Killed , Trolley Accident. ina lumped Out of a wagon in front of an Approaching Bar. A Hungarian farm hand, said by some to be Michael Kosky and by others to be Joseph Gowask, died at tained by being run over by a trolley car near Sasco bridge on the Westport road yesterday afternoon. At the time of the accident the Hungarien was in a carriage with his employer, Nelson T. Hall of Southport. Mr. Hall was driv- ing towards Green’s Forms. A west- bound car was behind the carriage and the motorman sounded the foot gong. Mr. Hall speeded his horse and tried to cross the tracks. The Hungarian became alarmed and jumped or fell from the seat. The car was upon him instantly and the body was ground under the wheels. The car travelled some distance before it was stopped, pushing the body with it. To extricate the unfortunate man it was necessary to lift the trucks from the tracks. Upon the advice of Dr. P. E. Perdue of Southport, who was called to attend the victim, the Hungarian was re- moved to Bridgeport. He lived but a short time after reaching the hospital. Six ribs on his left side were broken and his right arm was fractured in two places. The Hungarian lived in the town of Fairfield. To Mr. Hall he was known simply as Michael. The man was about 30 years old. -————-‘0.0>-——- ——Santiago is Ours. To celebrate the great v'ctory we will give a U. S. Standard bunting flag away, Saturday night, July 16, at 10 p. In. Every purchaser of twenty-five cents worth will have a chance to win. Save your duplicate checks. Read our advertisement of tO-day’s issue. Bar- gains all through the house. Hurrah ! for the blooming Yankees and The Boston Store. the general hospital from injuries sun- ROW IN BETHEL. Samuel Watson Nearly Killed by a Gro- quet Mallet. During an altercation in Bethel last evening Samuel Watson was struck on the head with a croquet mallet by Robert Johnson and injured so severely that his condition is considered pro-l Johnson escaped and a mum 'ber of citizens are in search of him. carious. WWW The Weather. Partly cloudy weather to-night} Saturday fair; cooler to-night. DEATHS. BIRCH.— In Bridgeport l Elosia A. Birch. ’ 2' CAREY.-—In Bridgeport, July 12, Pat-- I rick Carey. COX—1n Bridgeport, July 8, Hannah M. Cox., widow of the late Lewis B. Cox, aged 87 years. CUNNINGHAM—In Bridgeport, Juli 9, Walter James, only child of Richer and Mary A. Cunningham, aged id months. DOUGLAS—In Bridgeport, July 9, Sarah E., wife of Daniel Douglas, aged 27 years. HOULIHAN.—In Newtown, July 10, ohn Houlihan, aged 62 years. J 0RDEN.—In Bridgeport, on July 12, Eliza, wife of the late John J. Jorden, aged 60 years. KYLE—In Bethel, July 10th, Mrs. Catharine Kyle, aged 63 yrars, months and 9 days. LUCKNER.——In Bridgeport, July 11, Abigal, youngest child of George P. and Theresa Luckner, aged 2 years. - LOUIS—In Bridgeport, July 9, Katie ~J. Louis, daughter of John and Ban bara Louis, aged 12 years. MURPHY—In Bridgeport, ' July 9, Ann Murphy, aged 70 years. MULDO0N.—In Bridgeport, July 12, Margaret Muldoon, aged 12 years, 9 months and 17 days. OWEN.—In Bridgeport, July 12, George P., son Of Charles and Annie Owen, aged 3 months. _ , POWELL—In Bridgeport, .July 12, Sarah A. Powell, wife of Isaac Powell, in the 84th year of her age. RYAN.——In South Norwalk, July 12, Mrs. Thomas Ryan, aged 65 years. TROY.——In Wallingford, “July 13 Fannie A., wife of John F. Troy of Bridgeport, aged 36 years. July Window ' As Usual any purchase which Boston Store . isfactory, if promptly ”001' returned can be ex screens. FAIRFIELD COUNTY’S BUSIEST STURE. changed if in good condition and not out All Sizes 1 up. Come early and avoid the rush at the An 13...... A THIS IS A TIME F OR LOSSES. -——-—. - ——-—— The Wholesaler and the. Retailer Take Lusscs. Jilly is the Consumer’s month to 1 ‘buy ! For the Wholesaler and Retailer Unloads All Spring and Summer Goods at any price he gets. We bought from a Boston manu- facturer 25 doz. Lawn Suits. We would sell them, if we had them early, at $3.50—and they. are worth it. Blouse waist, plaited back; 4 yds. Wlde skirt, 3 ruffles; for a run $1.50 each. Just the thing for July and August. .» Tailor Made Suits. We have twenty fine suits in black, green and navy and a few coverts all worth $15 to $18. If you are going on a trip to the mountains or to the sea- side you will need one, your choice $10.00 ' Read These Startling Bargains Hammocks. The best full sized Mexican ham“ mocks, 98c. Fish net hammocks, in colors, $1.19 Full sized fringed hammock, $1.69 Fine ones, $2.75 and $3.25 Shirt Waists. Vl’e shall keep a good stock until Sept. 15th, this year. We shall sell 5 doz. only, Saturday, for 25c. 10 doz. of our 750 waist, 500 10 doz. of our $1.50 waist, 980 8 doz. of our $1.25 waist, 98c Lawns and Organdies. l ) lite lawns, 640 0 ll - 12%0 organd1es,- 640 250 French organdies, 17c Until this lot is Sold. Sc full bleached muslin, 6c C" 60 unbleached muslin, c Light Weight J a‘ckets. This week proves to you that you need a light weight jacket. Any in our stock, the ten and twelve dollar ones, all at one price, $5.00 Dress Goods. 12:}0 dress goods, check and mix- tures, 0c. 25c fancy dress goods, male. 250 black and navy rep for bath- ing suits, 15c. 500 black brilliantine for bath- ing suits, ' 37:}c. 50c light and fancy mixtures, that are desirable for summer wear, ' 25c. Oil Stoves, a great variety, 39c, 93c, A new line glass ware in green and natural, cake baskets, berry dishes, boquet holders, etc. Hosiery. Ladies’ fast black seamless stockings, the regular 12%0 kind, Sc per pair, while they last. 2 Men’s seamless, extra stout sox, pairs, 19c. Underwear. Ladies Egyptian ribbed vests, regu- lar price 19c, while they last, lzlc Men’s Egyptian Shirts. And pants the regular 38;- kind,while to $8.49. J the y last, 19c THE BOSTON STORE. NORWALK. \ fl
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