The Sultan has therefore to be very careful not to anger them, and it is for this reason that he delays, hoping that in time one party or the other may give in.
The Powers are, however, quite tired of the delay, and the latest despatch says that they have sent the Sultan a collective note, which means a letter expressing the sentiments of all the diplomats concerned.
This note states that they cannot allow any further delay, and demands that the Porte arrive at a decision immediately.
It is also stated on good authority that the Greek Government has arranged a loan to pay the money that Turkey demands as a war indemnity, so that just as soon as the peace negotiations are concluded Greece may be ready to pay the required sum.
The report about the wounding of General Gomez has been contradicted.
It seems that the Spaniards and Cubans had an engagement near the Jucaro Moron trocha.
A body of insurgents under General Vega were trying to join the forces of General Gomez, when they encountered the Spanish troops.
The insurgents gave battle, and were getting the best of the fight, when a second Spanish column appeared in sight.
The insurgents, finding themselves outnumbered, retreated.