Affairs At Santiago

Santiago, July 25.- The governor permits the use of the cable for the flrst time since the surrender of the city. The change in the administration of the affairs of the town was accomplished without disorder or friction. The only American troops allowed in the city are policing and cleaning. The main army has moved its camps to higher ground. The sick rate is öiminishing. The men were anxious to accompany the Porto Rico expedition, but only a few were taken. General Wood has been appointed military governor and is directing the administration of the city's affairs. restoring order and encouraging trading. The Spanish troops are still awaiting deportation. but are not anxious, and many will remain. General Toral is dispirited, as he has lost prestige in Spain. The official report of General Shafter will be forwarded to Secretary Alger in a day or two. Supplies for the two armies and the reconcentrados have been landed, and the refugees have returned to the city and are being fed. Pood is scarce and costly. A cargo of fresh meat has arrived and the army is enjoying its first hearty meal since it landed. Quarantine for yellow fever is strict. Shafter is with the troops. The Red Cross steamer Texas has sailed for New York. The president's proclamation creating a military government satisfies the residents. Many women, including General Wheeler's daughter. have arrived to care for sick relatives. A government postoffice has been established at Santiago. Three hundred bags of mail have just arrived. A big American flag has been placed over Morro. From various points in the province Spanish troops continue to arrive daily and are sent to camp to await embarkation, the date of which has not yet been deeided.