Evening Star Newspaper, February 26, 1898, Page 6

6 -._ + ‘THE EVENING STAR, Ps THE EVENING STAR. WASHINGTON. i SATURDAY..........February 26, 189}. CROSBY S. NOYES. Editor. THE EVENING STAR has « regular permanent Family Circulation Im order to avoid delays, on ac- count of personal absence, letters to imply to THE STAR, or to the Editorial or Business Depnart- ments. according to tenor or purpose. = : = = A Spanish Decoration. Senor de Lome begins to whine. He asks the English publie to believe that he is a victim of newspaper malevolence in the United States. He deseants on the sub- ject. This is a change of key, and will disappoint the senor’s few admirers over rere. They have been lauding him as a man of nerve, and pointing to the way in which he met the Canalejas letter episode as evidence of it. They saw in his avowal of authorship of the le*ter and his prompt cabling of his resignation to Madrid evi- dence of an intrepid spirit. They bowed to him, and declared that he was a very fine fellow. But his latest utterances en- roll him among that horde of sneaks who strive to excuse their misadventures in office bg: abuse of the press. General Weyler also tried this game. He, too, upon his arrival on the other side, thoroughly discredited by reason of his folly and incapacity in Cuba, fell upon the Gewspapers -of the United States and abused them without stint. He ascribed much of the trouble he had experienced to them. They had lied about him, and created sentiment against him in this coun- He all but taunted the Spanish min- istry itself on the subject. One could read between the lines his belief that his recall from Cuba had been brought about by this sentiment. which, as he charged, had been created by the American press. American newspapers are not perfect. They confess this themselves by the con- tant effort they make for improvement and the constant improvement taking place. But they cannot be injured by the revilings of such men as Senor de Lome and General Weyler. All that has ever appeared about those two individuals in the American press has been fully verified. The whole hideousness of the Weylerian 1 gime in Cuba, first expesed by American ccrrespondents, stands now an admitted fact of mstory. It cannot be disposed of by railings against newspapers. And the same is true of the Canalejas letter. When Senor de Lome admitted the authorship of that epistle he made out the whole case against himself. Newspaper comment, however severe, added nothing to his cul- Ppability In the premises. The letter was sufficient of itself to carry its author down. It would have carried any man in his po- sition down. Abuse by such men is a decoration, and the American press snould be proud to Rave won it. —__~+-+__. The Democratic Keynote. Mr. Bailey at Richmond yesterday sound- ed what may be accepted as the keynote of the democratic Congress campaign. He spoke with authority and by the card. He is the leader of his party in the present Heuse, and will undoubtedly be the speak- er of the next House if his party controis it. He will be a prominent figure in this year's fight. His own re-election being as- ed, the country will be all before him where to choose in his efforts to promote «acmocratic success. His opportunity will be that of a “rover” in the game of cro- quet, enabling him to go to the assistance ef any of his friends who may need him. Mr. Bailey declares the Chicago platform still to be of binding party force, not alone because of its having been regularly adopt- ed, but because it represents today as strongly as when it was adopted the real party faith. The democratic party, as he insists, has no desire to get away from it. Men who do not subscribe to it are not democrats, and must seek affiliation else- where. He recommends the republican party to all such: This is all very clear, and, throughout the south and west in silver circles, it will be vigorously applauded. But it raises a diffi- cult question throughout the east. What are democratic candidates for Congress in that quarter to say when interrogated, as they will be, as to the Texas leader's de- Everance? If they openly indorse it they will lose a gocd many votes. If they un- ertake to qualify it, or if they openly re- ject it, they will, in effect, repudiate their leader. There is no denying Mr. Bailey's leadership, or his right to speak for the party. But what Mr. Bailey says is true, and he is to be commended for saying it so plainly. The Chicago platform does represent the democratic faith, as truly now as when adopted. The party must conquer in that sign or not at all. It is for ali men accord- ingly to take notice. They are now, as in 1806, at the parting of the ways. The one way leads to free silver coinage at 16 to 1, and the other to the maintenance of the present financial policy of the government until a change is made possible through an international agreement, hope of which the sound money leaders have by no means abandoned. ——_-- + «= —__. Mr. Allen evidently has faith in the abil- ity of a senatorial investigation to make better record in Cuba than it usually Goes on its home grounds. —__ + «+ __ Sam Jones will not run for the governor- ship of Georgia. He repudiates any sug- gestion that ke is obliged to go into poli- ics after sensationalism. —_—_ + += ____ A Demand for Municipal Statistics. much more than the combined cir- eulation of the other Washington dailies. As a News and Advertising Medium it has no competitor. One of the most mark:d tendencies of this end of the century is a great awakem ing among thinking citizens of interest in ie affairs of the municipality, which have hertofore been all too regularly I-ft to the control of the local politician. This ten- dency is indicated in many ways, most no- tably in the disposition to organize in the large centers. The “citizens’ movem=>nts” of some of the great cities during the past few years have clearly resulted from this awakening. Just at pressnt there is a srowing demand, on the part of those con- cerned in this movement toward better government for the cities, for reliable and convenient statistics of municipal gov2rn- ment ana administration. Such siatistics can net readily be secured. There is at present oo trustworthy central source of such information, and, save the decennial census enum:rations, no known effort is made to collect the facts and figures that are to be had only by dint of persistent searching among the cities of the coumry. Some of the states maintain statistical bu- reaus more or 1233 complete ia their opera- tions, but the absence of any number of the impertant communities from a list of enu- merations destroys in disproportionate measure the value of the whole to the in- ve2stigator and would-be advocate of re- forms. Herce it is that considerable pressure is being brought to bear to secure the adop- tion of a resolution now pending before the two houses of Congress providing for the compilation and ennual publication by ths commissioner of labor of the main features of the official statistics of the cities of this courtry having over thirty thousand popu- lation. The present facilities of this bu- Teau, it is thought, would minimize the la- bor and expense of such a collection. In- dsed, it is likely that the material is ready to be gathered, and only needs an authori- tative agency for such a purpose. The ul- timate hope of many of those who have urged the adoption of this resolution is tkat Congress will create a p2rmanent cen- sus bureau, a part of the duty of which would be to collect and publish just such materials as those now desired. The de- mand for statistics was never greater, ani it is to be exp2cted that it will develop as the people become mofe acquainted with the needs of the time and with the true mature of repres:ntative government. If the present tendency of the intailigent citi- zens of all communities to address them- selvgs directly to the task of ssif-govern- ment is not checked by som2 series of un- toward eveats such as is not to be reason- ably anticipated, the guvernment will be oblig>d within a comparatively short time to devote itself assiduously to the task of gathering information for its people by scientific methods. ——_+ += ____ Malster’s Remarkable Proposition. The Spanish contention is that the loss of the Main was an accident, and Lieut. Sobral gives it as his opinion that it was due to lax discipline on board the ship. He places the wnole responsibility on Captain Sigsbee. Now comes Mayor Maister of Baltimore, who also believes that the loss was du2 to accident from within the ship, but in dis- cussing the torpedo theory says: “St it was a torpedo, the officers of the skip who were spared should he held to accountability for the lives of all those men. Knowing that they were in a har- bor which, while supposedly friendly, was really hostile, double patrols should have been maintained about the ship and the torpedo netting kept down to make it im- possible for 2 torpedo to reach the vessel before being stopped.” Fortunately for Captain Sigsbee, two things are past all dispute: (1) The conduct of himself and his f2How survivors, officers and men, in the hour of trial, was admir- able. They met an appalling situation like heroes. Discipline of the very finest kind was exhibited. Could this have come in a momenit—and at such a moment*-or did it not incont:stably show the discipline that had all along prevaiied? The latter, most certainly. (2) No greater precautions than those known to have been taken by Captain Sigs- bee with respect to exterior influznces were possible in the circumstances. He knew that the port was hostile, but as war had noi been declared and he had gone in as a gu2st, ne was obliged to carry himself ac- cordingly. Had he busied himself torpedo- hunting, or protested against his anéhor- a or fretted or held back in any way, he would have incurred the severest criti- cism in Havana, and probably some her? at home. Like a true sailor, he exhibited no timidity whatever. He went to the anchorage assigned him. The port was Spain's, and she was responsible for th whole of it. And that is the point today. So far as extra precautions to insure safety in the harbor of Havana were concerned, they devolved upon Spain from the moment th2 Maine came in. The Maine could not take them. The Spanish authorities in Havana alone could. They knew not only the hos- tile feeling in the harbor toward th2 ship, but the condition of the harbor with re- spect to hidden preparatiors against an enemy. Increased Spanish vigilance against all possible accident or harm by design trom without to the Mains was therefore imperative on Spain’s part. If the Maine was destroyed from without, Spain is re- spcnsible. —~-+s+—____ The “Republic” of France. The French government is pressing its victory over Zola home to his friends and is omitting no act that might serve to emphasize the enormity of his crime. In- deed, judging from the treatment of Colo- nel Picquart, an army chaplain and a pro- fessor at the polytechnic school who in- dcrsed Zola’s action, France is to be given plainly to understand that the army is im- mune from criticism and that any assault upon it, by word or deed, is to be marked as savoring of treason. This is merely a logical step toward strengthening the au- tocracy of the military party. It was to be expected as soon as Zola had been con- demned. Under avowed monarchical con- ditions it is an axiom that the king can do no wrcng. In Germany editors and others who utter the least disparagement of the emperor are imprisoned for “lese majeste.”” What difference is there in the treatment of Zola and his friends in republican France? England, with its outward show of imperialism, is vastly more free than is France today with its outward show of reputlicanism. There is no great hulla- baloo in London when some radical criti- cises the army. No one cries “treason’ when the efficiency of the navy is ques- ticned by a member of the opposition, or when some cross-grained beef-eater writes a letter to the Times protesting against some measure of tyranny or brutality on the part of the colonial officials. There is teday in England to an incalculable degree more freedom of speech and action than there is in France, as the Zola case clearly demonstrates to the world. —__~++—___. A Dangerous Explosion. Good fortune alone prevented a serious accident this morning, when dynamite was used on the debris at the old power house site for the purpose of breaking up some solid pieces of steel left by the fire of last autumn. It is clear that proper precautions against the spread of the pieces of shat- tered ‘steel had not been taken. Reports escapes from grave injury, if not death, have been received, and there is visible evidence of the creation of ex- tremely dangerous conditions. This affair, fortunately without producing any casual- ties, indicates that great care should be exercised by tne authorities in granting permits for the use of high explosives within the city, to ensure that the most ample precautions against accident ere taken. It is evident that it will not do to depend solely upon the men engaged in the work. Dynamite and similar explosives are treacherous. They can never be relied upon to follow exact lines in produeing results. They should be used in the vicinity of habi- tations only when screened off frum every possible line of outlet. The timbering pro- vided at the power house this afternoon, after the steel missiles had been thrown through the streets, shows what cculd and should have been done at the outset. and out of the projected meeting may come scme reeults that will aid the local organ!- zation in its fight for a reduction of rates. Fbiladelphia is in a worse condition than either Washington or New York as regards the possibility of a redress. of grievances. By hook and by crook, by maneuvering here and bold gefiance there, the telephone com- pany has entrenched itself in the Quaker City, behind a breastwork of precedents, ceurt decisicns and municipal permits to such an extent that it seems practically im- possible to dislodge it. The rates are very high and the company is as arbitrary as here in dictating the methods of telephone use. The citizeas, through the Trades League of that city, have ‘recently sought te fight the company to a willingness to lower the rates as a compromise. The cam- paign was planned on lines of annoyance and embarrassment, yet was strictly legit- irate. The company had constructed cer- tain conduits to which it was not equitably’ entitled. Having secured blanket permits & sought to justify the use of the streets, and successfully defended a case in court. The purpose of the league was to have the city withdraw the cables from these con- duits and thus cripple the company by diminishing its plent. This project has failed and the citizens are looking for fyr- ther agencies with which to bring the com- pany to terms. Philadelphia is at present so well within the control of political influ- erces that there seems to be little hope of success through the ordinary course of leg- islation. ————_++e—____ Captain Eulate’s Impressions of America cannot be very extensive. But he must in candor testify to the remarkable safety ef New York harber. a ee 5 Spain now has a financiai question in comparison with which the 16 to 1 problem pales into utter insignificance. —_—_-++e —___ M. Zola is inclined to the belief that it is not as bad to go to jail as it is to de- serve to go to jail. SHOOTING STARS. Progress. “Why is this season called Lent?’ in- quired the Chinese emperor. “It is a time,” replied the court philoso- pher, “‘when people are supposed to give up something. Will you observe it?” “Certainly. The Japanese collector will be around after his indemnity tomorrow.” Variety. Workin’ is de hoe-cake Dat's healthy foh ter eat; But loafin’ is de ‘lasses . Dat's spread on to make it sweet. Willing. “No, madam,” said Meandering Mike; “I'm sorry, but it’s ag’in my principles. I can't split no wood.” “Well,” she answered, “there will be a load of coal here this afternoon and——” “I'm sorry ag’in; but I can’t carry no coal. But I'll tell you what I will do. I'll compromise. Ef you've got a gas stove I'll turn on the gas fur ye.” Eany Selectio “No,” said Derringer Dan decidedly; “we don’t never have no hoss-races in Crimson Gulch.” “I'm glad,” said the elderly visitor, “that you avoid such things.” “Yes, things got to a point where we had to give ‘em up. The idea of goin’ deliberately to work an’ showin’ which hoss could keep ahead of the posse got took advantage of, so that last year we lost more stock an’ had fewer hangin's than ever before in the history of Crimson Gulch.” Looking to the Future. “Yes,” said the man who had been look- ing at some apartments in the big build- ing, “it's very nice. But I don’t see how I can take the place.” “What's the matter?” inquired the jan- itor. “I observe by your printed rules that you don't keep the elevator running all night. And I must say I don’t like the idea of walking up and down five or six flights of stairs every time my wife wants to know whether a burglar is trying to get into the cellar.” Am April Reminder. Old customs is a-dyin’ As the world goes movin’ long, An’ there's no way of relyin’ On tradition, once ao strong. Uncle Sam'li tell the reason Fur so long a-keepin’ cool, But his words won't fit the season, "Cause they won't be April fool. He's a-keepin’ calm an’ steady, But he won't be left behind When he finally gets ready To announce his frame of mind. It may be dene in writin’ Or by the gunners’ rule; It may be peace or fightin’, But it won't be April fool. ———_ore—___. Zoln’s Heroic Attitude. From the New York Mail and Express. Emile Zola has taken his piace among the heroes of a France insensible of the fact. ‘Tomorrow he will take his place among her martyrs. His fame as a novelist will be overshadowed in history by his sacrifice en the altar of patriotism. The name of Zola, once torsed upon the surface of the sea of literature, will yet serve to recall a man who cast himself, like another Win- kelried, against the spears of calumny and oppression in an effort to save his country from itself. Whether that Gay wiil witness a French republic or an empire ruled by absolutism and the sword, who can say? The history of France, replete as it is with dramatic pictures and the tnrill of tragic incident, presents Zew bloodless spec- tacles more impressive that that of this man, almost friendless in a iand he loves, and would serve, standing y in a court where justice is a mockery and human rights a meaningless term, and there ap- pealing—not for himself, but for repuvltican principles—to a jury intimidaced by a con- scienceless government aad « desperate army, against the derpetration of a deed so foul that a century cannot serve to erase the blot from the tricolor. —_>+s—__. Tendency Toward Conduit Railways. From the Engineering News. The conversion of a cable street railway into a conduit electric system (the enter- prise of the Capital Traction Company of Washingten) furnishes. another bit of evi- dence as to the trend of affairs in street railway practice. It certainty seems to be the case that the days of the cable as a propelling power for street cars are num- —__ += ___ it is rapidly becoming necessary in ref- erences to men and events to indicate clearly whether {t is Mr. Harrison of In- diana or Mr. Harrison of Illinois who is being talked about. ing the cable in favor of electricity. The advantages of the electric conduit over the cable are numerous. It is cheaper, both in first cost and in cost of operation. It can be put in place in the street in less time and with far less interference with street traffic. Its lability to accident apd delay is le: both In the power house and on the line, and the flexibility of the elec- tric system and the opportunity to draw upon neighboring power stations in case of accident, are advantages which practical It was not to be assumed that there was any possibility of war's arriving ahead of the war play, the war song or the war rovel. It is sirange that General Weyler should have omitted the formality of writing a book about this country. Telephone Fights in Other Cities. A movement practically identical in its Purpose and scope to that now under way in this city emong the telephone sub- seribers has been inaugurated in New York, where the telephone rates are excessive. A meeting of subscribers has been called for next Monday right umder the auspices. of the Merchants’ and Manufacturers’ Board of Trade to consider the terms of a bill 3 3 stl HH SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1898—24 PAGES. “If they’re Rich’s — Shoesthey’re proper.” Ten-two F. Speaking for Spring! — Each day adds to the arrivals in new spring footwear—and whenever you're ready to come you can see what’s going to . be proper in footwear this Which, ¢: pot be esteemed too highly, in these days of adylterations. Flour, like other ;commodities of * universal. consumption, is * largelyjadulterated. Be on * your gnard, Cream Blend Flour !s Best. * * * It is a model of purity. spring. at, smart styles ** Tt contains gnly the choic- Se = * * est spring and winter wheat tinctive elegance that’s * * flours accurately blended. missing from any other * * It makes wholesome, nutri- shoe store’s showing. * * tious bread. It yields } Ours is a stock such as * * MORE bread to the barrel every particular person * * than other brands. will appreciate — from G7 Ask your grocer for * * Blend’ and insist on having it. B.B.Earnshaw & Bro., Wholesalers, 110511071100 1178 ST. 8.5. Drereecresresoedoatretoeontnaspeseatontreteoorteetntoetenteetestee Spring Opening, Mrs. M. J. Hunt, 1309 F St. N. W., Will exhibit her first IMPCRTATIONS of PARIS and LONDON BONNETS and HATS on TUESDAY, MARCH 1. No cards. > 2 Carpet Chances! Don't buy Carpets until you've Investigated these two offerings. They represent mon- strous reductions. Pretty patterns—heavy, dependable quality: which you cannot fail to find just what pleases the fancy most—the variety is so complete — and the stock so vast. This spring and summer of ’98 can- not but. increase the pres- tige our store has gained —thé new styles should mark a distinct advance in this direction. It used to be the accepted thing among the city’s elite to send to New York for footwear — but Rich's store and stock have changed all that. B. Rich’s Sons, “High-Art Footwear for the elit Ten=two F Street. It The Strongest Inducement any store can offer is honest value. We want to sell low- est*-but we won't sell anything that we cannot recommend. We don't believe you ever heard anything bought of us spoken of except in the most favorable way. That isn’t chance— it’s natural consequence. It’s because we carefully select our stock. We are able to stand squarely behind every piece of Furniture — every yard of Carpeting —every piece of Drap- ery we put before you. In calculating cheap- ness—remember it de- pends on quality. We're cheapest because we're best. 3 Ww spring novelties are coming in. HOEKE, Furniture, Carpets, Draperies, Pa. Ave. and 8th St. It Would You ————— like to bave a brilliant, catchy elee- ———— trie eign at som place of business, like Gredoedonseaseeseasesgeatontpageoseoendeasoateatneseegoatnatoetoetneeteatedsoatoaty $1.25 and $1.35 Axminsters. Re- S717 ¢, ———— “Crocker’s,"" “Six Little Tailors, duced, per yard, to : 57 2 It Warwick's and “Hunter's Ry; Te. to 0c. Tapestry Brussel C. ‘ ———— cur. 18th and Pa. ave.? 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