Ix its notes on the possible bombardment of Manila by Admiral-Dewey the Hongkong Daily Press of the 28th ultimo says Apparently the Governor-General is trusting ts the German squadron to prevent this catastrophe, for he has issued a proclaniation in which he declares that. the Germans are sure to keep the Americans from bombarding and capturing the city, adding that there is a strong fleet coming out and that before long the Spanish an German vessels will drive the Americans out of the harbour. He, therefore, urges the inhabitants to do everything they on to resist the enemy. By the way the Germans, who are commanded by Vice-'Admiral von' Diedrichs, have at present five vessels at Manila, and it is reported that they will shortly be reinforced by the Deutchland (with Prince Henry) and the ion. Great preparations are bei made for the Prince's reception.
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