Rensselaer Semi-Weekly Republican, Volume 20, Number 78, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 2 June 1899 — DEWEY AT HONG KONG. [ARTICLE]

DEWEY AT HONG KONG.

His Arrival la Made the Occasion of a Great Demonstration. The arrival of Admiral Dewey at Hong Kong was the occasion for a hearty demonstration. All the warships in the harbor fired an admiral’s salute, and the sailors in the British warships manned the rigging and cheered the hero of Manila. The Olympia’s anchor was scarcely down when Aid Scott went ashore and called on Consul Wildman, who returned with him aboard the Olympia. After a brief conversation with the consul, Admiral Dewey went ashore to call on the governor. He got a slight taste of what awaits him when he arrives in New York. The streets were crowded with people eager to see the man who had sailed away from Hong Kong a little over a year ago almost unknown, and who was returning famous. The streets were lined with the troops of the Royal Fusileers, who kept the crowds in check. All English houses were decorated with the British and American flags. Admiral Dewey, accompanied by Captain Lamberton and Flag Lieut. Brumby, was received by the British governor, Blake, with a squad of honor. There was a full military band in attendance. All the prominent British officers in Hong Kong had gathered to congratulate Dewey. Governor Blake invited the admiral to put up at the Government house. Dewey declined with thanks. Admiral Dewey’s health is somew’hat impaired, but he is not seriously ill. A good test will put him in good shape.