would abdicate if Germany's plan was carried out.

In addition to this, there is a likelihood of fresh trouble in Crete.

Turkey has been trying to send fresh troops to the island to re-enforce
her present army. The admirals of the allied fleets have sternly
objected to any such proceeding, and, learning that the Turkish troops
are on their way, have refused to allow them to land, threatening to use
force to prevent them, if necessary.

* * * * *

It is now openly stated in Havana that General Weyler is to leave Cuba
as soon as it has been definitely settled what leader is to take his
place.

Having failed in all his attempts to pacify the island, General Weyler
was seized with a great idea the other day. He decided to meet Gomez and
discuss the making of peace on the terms of Home Rule for Cuba.

General Weyler has frequently tried to obtain an interview with Gomez,
but has not been successful. Since the killing of Maceo the Cuban
leaders have been very careful how they trusted themselves in the hands
of their treacherous foe.

On this occasion General Weyler sent his messenger to Gomez, with a very
polite request.

Gomez, however, wasted neither time nor politeness over his reply.