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January 25, 1898.

At an interview authorities profess to think United States has ulterior purpose in sending ship. Say it will obstruct autonomy, produce excitement, and most probably a demonstration. Ask that it is not done until they can get instructions from Madrid, and say that if for friendly motives, as claimed, delay unimportant.

January 25, 1898.

Ship quietly arrived 11 a. m, to-day. No demonstration so far.

January 25, 1898.

Commanders of Spanish naval ships and of German training ship have called upon commander of Maine and their visits will be returned afternoon. Salutes exchanged. All quiet.

January 25, 1898.

Have just received visit of commander of Maine and will return it to-morrow. He had already returned official visits of Spanish and other naval officers. No disorders of any sort.

January 25, 1898.

Another German naval vessel arrived this morning. Peace and quiet reign.

January 26, 1898.

Have just had pleasant visit on Maine.