Evening Star Newspaper, June 18, 1905, Page 1

FIVE PARTS Including r | | | | A Comic Supplement. The Sunday Magazine No. 13.— No. 16,337. SEVENTEEN KILLED Workmen Returning to Their Homes. NO PASSENGERS HURT ‘WORSE ACCIDENT. IN HISTORY OF THE WESTERN MARYLAND. Injured Taken to Baltimore and Re- moved to the City Hospital and Given Treatment. Special Dispatch to The Star. BALTIMORE, Md. June 17.—Seventeen men killed, twenty badly injured and two slightly hurt is the result of a head-on col- lision on the Western Maryland railroad, which occurred at 6 o'clock tonight about one and a half miles south of Patapsco sta- tion, which is about ten miles south of vV tminster. The dead are: George B. Coville, 613 East Chase street, engineer of passenger train No. 5. John Crouse, Taneytown, Md., engineer of freight train No. 41. D. O. Derr, Hagerstown, conductor of freight train. . James Groshon, Thurmont, Md., floater. Charles Kelly, Thurmont, Md., floater. T. C. Lynch, Middleburg, Md., floater. John S. Leger, Baltimore, Md., fireman. Charles T. Miller, Thurmont, Md., floater. —— Schumacher, Hagerstown, Md., fire- man; body still under wreck. ‘rank Sweeney, Thurmont, Md., floater. try Sweeney, Thurmont, Md., floater. McClellan Sweeney, Thurmont, Md., float- illiam Sweeney, Thurmont, Md., floater. D. Rite, Hagerstown, fireman of freight train No. 46. L Injured. Calvin Benner, Catoctin, Md., floater, leg broken and badly cut; John Davis, Thur- mont, Md., floater, cut about legs; Peter Union Brid Md., floater; E. , Thurmont, Md., floater; Charles Gra- ble, Thurmont, Md., floater, badly burned; Willam T. Hah rmoat, Md., floater; ert Th T Miller, Thurmont, Md., floater, badly and in precarious condition; C. D. Miller, Hagerstown, Md., mail clerk on pas- broken leg; Guy Lynn, Mid- ocked loater, injuries to feet and Highfield, Md., ed on hands and face, frac- Hagerstown, en- head and legs in- timmel, ‘Thurmont, Md., Double Pipe Creek, floater. slightly injured; William Sweeney, Thurmont, Md, floater; William Shuff, Thurmont, Md., floater, bad- ly hurt about head and hands; Joseph Stite- ly, Catoctin, Md., Internal injuries, will probably die; B. F. Frank Tierney, Hagers- town, Md., Adams Express Company mes- senger on passenger train, skull, both arms, left leg fractured and internal injuries; Columbus Williar, Thurmont, Md., floater, badly cut and may die; John Whitmore, Thurmont, Md., floater. Victims All Railroad Hands. All of the dead and injured were em- ployed by the Western Maryland railroad, the dead having engaged in wrecking work, and were on the way to thelr homes in Western Maryland when the accident oc- curred. The dead and injured were brought to this city at 10:30 o'clock tonight, and the latter removed to the City Hospital, where they received prompt medical attention. The in bearing the dead was sent on to Westminster. The cause of the accident was a head-on collision between a en freight train of about ef pars, drawn by en- 41 and 43, which was coming toward altimore, and passenger train No. 5, left Hillen Station, in this city, at 5 this afternoon. both of which were going at good speed, crashed together at o'clock, and’ just where the blame lays be fixed by the officials of ust necessari v estern Maryland railroad and a cor- oner’s jury of inquest, which will be held in Carroll county near the seene of the ac- cident About 100 Passengers. On the passenger train were about one sengers, who filled three the baggage combination car. The gers were in the three regular coaches were on their way to various aces about the mountain resorts in west- yland, while the baggage car was d with the railro: m lived in the neighborhood of nt and who were on the way to they were either crushed ribly injured. Most of these employed by the wrecking de- t of the Western Maryland rail- the parlance of railroads were the term being derived y move from place S of the rail- passe 1 workmen, most to de men uth or It was these unfortunate men who were crushed to death by the first impact of the two heavy tr fe deatlt also reaped a harvest among some of the workmen who were seated or standing in the bag- two heavy engine: and the equally with the pas gether with a mighty impact, in less time than ft takes to tell it the am monsters were reduced to drawing the locomotive enger coac! r less es moyen | of an expl m did not Had such a thing oc- am, is a my tery d there would have undoubtedly been a greater loss of life. With the crashing of the trains a panic immediately ensued on the passenger train. ‘The train had barely passed over the bridge spanning the Patapasco and one car was standing on the structure when the collision occurred. Fortunately none of the regular passen- ger coaches left the track, which is’ prob- responsible for the fact that none of ngers were injured, aside from . bruises and shocks. Mad Rush to Escape. > screaming of the women was terrl- , and in the mad rush to get out of cars men, women and children fought with each other. Some made their exits by the doors, while others jumped through the windows. A remarkable feature was that In this struggle no one was seriously inihis was a: mild form of alarm, howeve compared with the scene that was present- ed near the wrecked engines. Human forms were scattered about in all directions, some horribly mangled, others mashed out of hu- man resemblance, while the less injured were screaming with agony, others moan- ing, and some to be put out of their misery. TREATING FOR PEACE Japan’s Method of Procedure Shown in History. ITO’S ADDRESS IN 1895 TO CHINESE PLENIPOTENTIARIES AT CONFERENCE TO END WAR. Clear and Succinct Statement of Fact and Reasoning—Relative Positions of the Two Belligerents, Special Dispatch to The Star. NEW YORK, June 17.—How Japan treats for peace 1s illustrated by Count Ito’s ad- dress to the Chinese plenipotentiaries, Ex- cellencies Chang in Heon and Shao Yu Lien at the conference of the 2d of Feb- ruary, 1895. Count Ito sald: “The measure which my colleaguo and myself find it necessary at this moment to adopt is the logical and inevitable result of a situation for which we are in no wise responsible. hina has hitherto geld herself almost entirely aloof from other powers, and while she has in some instances enjoyed the ad- vantages accruing to her as a member of the family of nations, she has perhaps more frequently denied the responsibilities of that relation. She has pursued a policy of {isolation and distrust, and consequently her external relations have not been char- acterized by that frankness and good faith which are essential to good neighborshood. Agreements Repudiated. “Instances are not wanting in which Chi- nese commissioners, after having formally agreed to international compacts, have re- fused to affix their seals, and cases might be cited in which treaties solemnly con- cluded have been unceremoniously and without apparent reason repudiated. blo,cizl’ata, shrdl cmfw vbgkatachtup upt “Those unfortunate occurrences find a sufficient explanation in the fact that China was mot on those occasions serious in earnest, but beyond that it might be said, with truth, that the officials that were designated to carry on negotiations had not been clothed with the necessary au- thority for the purpose. “It has from the first been the wish of Japan to avoid results which history teaches her are Mable to be the outcome of negotiations with Chinese officials who are not clothed with full powers in the ense in which that term fs usually under- stood. “Consequently the imperial government made it a condition precedent to any peace negotiations that the Chinese plenipoten- tlaries should be furnished with full pow- ers to conclude peace, and it was only upon receiving positive assurance from the Chinese government that that condition precedent had been complied with and that the Chinese plenipotentiaries were on their way to Japan, that his majesty, the Emper- or of Japan, conferred upon my colleagues and myself full powers to conclude and sign preliminaries of peace with the plent- potentiartes of China. Solicitude for Peace Questioned. “That your excellencies’ powers are, not- withstanding that assurance, fatally defec- tive, Is to me a sure indication that the government of China {s not yet really solic- itous for peace. “Criticism is nearly exhausted by a simple comparison of the two instruments which were reciprocally exchanged at this board yesterday; but it is not out of place to point out that one fulfills the definition which is usually given among civilized states to the term full powers, while the other fs desti- tute of nearly all those qualities which are regarded as essential to such powers: it even falls to indicate the subject upon which your excellencies are to negotiate; it does not authorize your excellencies to con- clude or sign anything; it is silent on the subject of the subsequent imperial ratifica- tion of your excellencies’ acts. “In short, it would seem that the au- thority which has been conferred upon your exceliencies would be completely fulfilled by your reporting to your government what my colleague and myself might have to say. “In this situation it would be impossible for us to continue negotiations, “It may be urged that usage has not been entirely ignored in this instance. I cannot admit the sufficiency of such an explana- tion. I disclaim any right to interfere with the purely domestic customs of China, but I deem it not only my right, but my duty, to insist that in-international concerns af- fecting my own country, the peculiar methods of China shall yield to the supe- rior rules of international intercourse. The Restoration of Peace. “The restoration of peace is a matter of the greatest importance. To bring about a re-establishment of amicable relations it 1s not only necessary that treaties with that object in view should be signed, but it is Imperative that the engagements should be fulfilled in good faith, “While Japan has found no’ reason to approach China on the subject of peace, she nevertheless feels bound, in deference to that civilization which she represents, to listen to any bona fide overtures which China may advance, but she will decline to take part in the future in any fruitless ne- gotiations or to become a party to a paper peace. The terms which Japan agrees to will be scrupulously observed by her, and she will at the same time insist upon a like observance of the terms by China. “Whenever, therefore, China finds herself seriously and sincerely desirous of peace and will confide actual full powers to Chi- nese officials, whose names and positions will Serve as an assurance that the terms which they may agree to will be confirmed and carried out in good faith, Japan will be prepared to enter upon new negotia- tions.”” JAPAN’S REFUSAL FINAL. ‘Will Not Consent to a Peace Confer- ence in Europe. It is learned on the highest official au- thority that Japan’s emphatle refusal to ge to Europe, expressed before Washington was agreed on, is final. The dispatch from St. Petersburg printed in yesterday's Star regarding the reopening of negotiations created great interest in diplomatic circles, and it is said in well-informed quarters that if confirmed it may have a bad ef- fect on the negotiations and will “serve to increase the distrust which already exists in Japan as to the sincerity of Russia's ag tentions regarding the conference.” Russia's request to the phase of the negotiations regarding the selection of Washington was not communicated to Ja- pan. It is not believed that Russia will on a reconsideration and garded as simply an incident tations. ed Bide Sn Sad V4 Sind ay Stat. == Thunder storms this aftzrnoon evening; probably fair tomor- w3 light winds, mostly southeast | sow WASHINGTON, D. ©, SUNDAY MORNING, JUNE 18, 1905.* So rsrre yer mace TA —] | "autor TI FIVE CENTS. 4 PROBABLE IMPORTANT PERSONAGES IN THE COMING PEACE CONFERENCE FIVE. SPECIAL AGENTS TO INVESTIGATE FOREIGN TRADE CONDITIONS. The Department of Commerce and Labor has completed preparations for sending five special agents abroad to investigate trade conditions, with the object of pro- moting the foreign commerce of the United States. This authority was given the de- partment by an act of the last Congress, and becomes operative July 1, soon after which date it is expected the agents will start upon their mission. The five agents selected are Prof. Lincoln Hutchinson, Uni- versity of California; Charles M. Pepper, Harry R. Burrill, Raymond F. Crist and Dr. Edward Bedloe. The sum appropriated for the work Is $30,000. Owing to this comparatively small sum, it was decided to limit the several fields of investigation in order that the best results may be obtained for presentation to Congress early in the approaching session. Division of Work. Two men will be sent to the orient, those selected for this service being Messrs. Burrill and Crist. Prof. Hutchinson is to investigate trade conditions in South Amer- ica. He will visit ail the sea ports on the Atlantic and Pacific coast of that conti- nent. Mr. Pepper will go to Canada and subsequently to Mexico, extending his in- vestigations to the Central American coun- tries. Dr, Bedloe will be sent to the West Indies, Venezuela, British, Dutch and French Guiana. It is expected that the work of investi- gation will be completed in the field by the close of the present year, and that all of the agents will have their final reports ready for Congress in January. Secretary Metcalf has prepared detatled instructions for the agents, which require them to make full investigation into our trade with the countries to be visited; what proportion of the entire trade is shared by the United States, and what methods may be adopted to increase its vo’ume. While the instructions are quite comprehensive, including methods of han- dling, packing and transportation, the tastes of the people and relative popularity of textiles and other products, the agents are admonished that the entire scope of their duties is embraced in the act of Con- gress which directs them “to investigate trade conditions abroad with the object of promoting the foreign commerce of the United States.” Instructions Given. In this connection the Secretary states: “You must be governed by circumstances and conditions that will confront you. The department wants results and relies upon your intelligence, patriotism and industry to secure them. The department's instruc- tions therefore will be general in character and will be regarded as suggestive rather than imperative. Instructions must not In- terfere with the successful prosecution of your inquiries and cannot be used as a refuge for failure.” The investigations will be conducted through the bureau of manufactures, of which Major John M. Carson is chief, and all reports will be made to him. a — SOUTHERN STUDENTS. 800 Begin a Convention at Asheville Saturday. ASHEVILLE, N. C., June 17.—Three hun- today of the A. c0 nce dred students, representing all the southern Southern Students’ Y. M. C. TODAY'S STAR. The Star today consists of five parts and @ comic supplement as follows; Part I—News. Patt 1—Kditorial. Part I1I-—Magazine. Part IV--Women’s and Special Features. 8. Part V—Sport e Comic Supplement 4 ees Part One. Seventeen Dead In Railroad Wreck. Maximo Gomez Dead. German Policy in Morocco Peace Negotiations. . Cabinet Ditferences on Chinese Exc A. F. of L. to Meet Here. Late Telegraph News. Gen. A. L. Warner Dead ‘The Puritan's Cruise Paper Trust Scored Shriners Off for Niogera. Atlantic Const Defenses. Alexandria Affairs... Schedule of Park Band Concerts. Anny and Navy Notes Official Salartes Critictaed. Another Log-Cabin Statesman. Five Nations to Become Citizens, Ce 'Twixt Midnight and Morn Io Neighboring States. Naval Academy's New Buildings. On the River Front. . Cartoons of the Week. Part Two. en Beetateuawbone hung Bars Maryland Agricultural Experiment Station. School Gardens........ Stories of the Secret Service. In the Realm of Higher Things Editorials. . ae Austro-Hungarian Crisis Fifty Years Ago in The Star. Soctety at the Capital and EI Inside of Wall Street Black Friday, by Frederic S. Isham. National Guard News. SAA Qece ene n ug Page TH!) VAN TWILLER DIAMONDS; Love's ‘Thorny Way to Happiness in an American Family, By Philip Verill Mighels.. Pilots Three, By Hilton R. Greer. Possible Sea-Serpents. By Frederic A: Lucas The Virgin of Antipolo, By Louis C. Dunean.. OUSTED BY JAPANESE GEN. LINEVITCH REPORTED AN ATTACK BY THE ENEMY. 8ST. PETERSBURG, June 17.—Gen. Line- vitch, in a dispatch to the emperor dated June 15, says the Russian force in the valley of the Tzin river, which, as an- nounced yesterday, advanced to the village of Van Loungow , Pushing back the Jap- nese advance posts, captured several Jap- anese dragoons. The latter reported that provisions and cartridges were lacking among the Japanese troops, and that the rations of rice had been reduced by order of the commanders. On June 16 Gen. Linevitch telegraphed: “Westward of the raidroad the Japanese this morning attacked the Russian advance posts. One of our posts southward of Pali- toun anese.”” ‘as ousted by two companies of Jap- — THE PEACE CONFERENCE. Bar Harbor Would Like to Entertain the Conferees, BAR HARBOR, Me., June 17.—In re- sponse to suggestions that an effort be made to attract the Russian-Japanese peace conference to Bar Harbor if it ad- journed to a northern watering resort, a meeting of the most prominent summer resiaents will be held within a few days to organize for concerted action. Several of the more costly residences will be vacant this season, it is said, and will be available for use by the plenipo- tentiaries. Count Cassini has occupi a residence here for several summers. +. CZAR CAST DECIDING VOTE. Information About the Recent War Council at Tsarskoe Selo. Special Cablegram to The Star. PARIS, June17.—Accordi--g to trustworthy information recelved here from St. Peters- burg the war council assembled at Tsar- skoe-Selo, to which President Roosevelt's peace propositions were submitted, consist- ed of nine persons, the czar, four grand dukes and four high officers: of state. The councli was unanimously cpposed to granting an indemnity to Japan or io the dismantiement of the fortifications of Vladi- vostok and continuing a on the possibility of fensive war in case the de- mands of Japan ee be found too oner- Gus. to be acc jee’ a tie potentiaries to munds. ter the discussion had de- his advisers, cast th among eo vote in favor of appointing pleni- ascertain the J: japanese de- LONDON, June 17.— Mrs. James Brown Potter's distress ha become pathetic. She ‘was seen this afternoon on her return from where she draws a salary of four members of WAR IS IMPROBABLE] MANIMO GOMEZ DEAD Bold and Intrepid Cuban Leader Died at Havana, Statement of German Mo- rocean Policy. SEEKS THE OPEN DOOR OPPOSED TO A SPHERE OF IN- FLUENCE. VICTIM OF GANGRENE DISTINGUISHED HIMSELF IN THE SPANISH MILITARY SERVICE Statements of Baron von Sternburg and the French Am- bassador. Joined Patriots of Cuba in 1868 and Became Their Commander-in-Chief —Sketch of His Life, Replying to an inquiry regarding German Moroccan policy, Baron Speck von Stern- burg, the German ambassador, yesterdiy afternoon said: “The report that the emperor's policy in Morocco is aggressive is entirely erroneous. Germany asks that her treaty rights there and those of the other powers signatory to the Madrid convention shall be respected and protected without discrimination and in strict accordance with article seventeen of HAVANA, June 17.—Gen. Maximo Gomez died at 6 o'clock this evening. “El Caudillo” (chieftain), as the great leader of revolutions will be called by his countrymen, expired at sunset in the pres- ence of his family and his old-time friend, Estrada Palma, president of the republic. The end came quietly in the beauttful temporary home at the seaside in the subh~ urb of Vedado, to which Gen. Gomez was taken on his return from Sant Palma, (he Madrid convention. This article reads: | accompanied by Gen. And arrived ‘The right to the treatment of the most about a quarter of an hour previous to the favored nation ts recognized by Morocco as | death of Gen. Gomez. belonging to all the bowers represented at The distinguished patient's heart had the Madrid conference. weakened steadily since 11 o'clock in the “Here is a specific guarantee of the most general protection to each of the signatory powers, pledging to each ihe same rights and privileges, whether with regard to life, Property or commerce. It is interesting to note, too, that in the official compilation of treaties prepared at the State Depart- ment this treaty is classed under the head of general! treaties. “Germany's part in the complications over Morocco arises, not from any attempt to seize territory, not from any effort io obtain privileges of any sort except such as are enjoyed by all of the signatories to the Madrid convention, “but from her ab- solute refusal to recognize or participate in any arrangement involving the establish- ment of a-sphere of influence in Morocco. Germany stands for the open door in Mo- rocco as in China; for the maintenance of the status quo in both countries. “In the present negotiations German: trade is a matter of secondary considera- tion. Overriding treaties established by law was bound to create a most dangerous precedent and one which might sooner or later have been followed by a similar con- cition of affairs in the far east. “If left alone Germany and France will have no trouble in arranging all existing difficulties. The negotiations in Parts ure Proceeding in the utmost good faith and with good’ feeling on both sides.” French Ambassador’s Statement. At the French embassy no cablegrams had: been received about the negotiations, but M. Jusserand, the French ambassador, in the course of conversaticn, said: “You may be sure that France is con- ducting these negotiations with sincerity and good will. We earnestly hope for a satisfactory settlement The delicacy of the situation precludes a detailed dis- cussion, however. Reassuring advices reached Washington yesterday from official sources regarding the Moroccan negotiations at Paris, which, while they indicated that war between Ger- many and France is improbable, indicate the extreme delicacy of the situation. Ber- lin takes a much more optimistic view of the situation than Paris. Germany claims that the negotiations are proceeding with the utmost good will on both sides, and with the probability on an early settlement of all existing difficulties. Paris also professes good will and a spirit of extreme friendli- ness, but is unable to foresee the outcome, and is exceedingly anxious to find out “what is back of Morocco, and what are Germany's real intentions.” This is the light in which the situation has been presented to Washington. Diplo- mats ‘here attach considerable significance to the promptness and frankness with which Emperor William and President Loubet have kept President Roosevelt in- formed of each development in the situa- tion, and to the care which both have taken to present their respective positions in full at the White House. In the event of the failure of the Paris negotiations a Euro- n ambassador tonight expressed the be- lef that the President may be called on for assistance, . Seeking for Sympathy. Both Germany and France, who are re- fraining from any direct effort to draw in the United States, know informally that this government does not consider Ameri- can interests In Morocco sufficient to war- rant any initiative on the part of the President regarding the invitation of the sultan to the powers to participate in an international conference. American ac- ceptance of that invitation will be on the condition that the powers sighatory to the Madrid convention are in favor of such a conference. Both Germany and France, however, are inclined to hope for sympathy from’ this country—Germany on the ground that the emperor's demand for the open door in Morocco will appeal to American com- merce, and France because of the action taken by this country in the Perdicaris case, when the State Department requested the good offices of the French government im securing the release of Ion Perdicaris. the American sere it ip gg who was kldna) by. bandits year. pate exaggerated reports to the ef- fect that ‘the two countries are on the verge of war ‘has served to relieve the per- sistent reticence which has thus far been maintained about the negotiations. The Present Situation Described. The Associated Press is enabled to give @ partial history of the Moroccan question and of the incidents which have led up to the present crisis. The trouble dates from the signing of the Anglo-French treaty April 4, 1904. That treaty includes a spe- cial arrangement between France and’Eng- e Morocco which Germany land claims is in contradiction to article 17 of the convention of morning, and fa lants. ed to respond to stimu- Several times during his long fllness Gen. Bieximo Gomez, Gen. Gomez had shown recuperative powers that were astonishing. His real illness ex- tended over forty-six days, although his health had been failing for some months prior to-that time. Gen. Gomez originally suffered from de- bilitation of the heart and liver. Later an abscess developed in his hand which was operated on. He rallied so slowly from this that mass meetings that had been arranged by the liberal fusionists in east- ern Cuba in his honor were abandoned. Gangrene appeared, and he underwent a second operation. Some improvement was shown, and it first was intended to take the general to Morro Castle in Santiago, but the physicians decided, in accordance with the general's wishes, to return to Havana. He endured the railroad journey fairly well, but since his arrival here alarming inaction of his vital organs was observed. During this period, however, on several occasions, the general showed marked improvement, but it was realized that the presence of gangrene meant the end. Idolized by Cubans. The admiration of the mass of Cubans for Gen. Gomez amounted almost to idol- atry. His death admittediy is a severe blow to any political interest to which he was allied. He was one of the most radical leaders of the national party. He had al- led himself with the liberal fushion move- ment, but a split came during his sickness, and it was gene thought he would have joined Gov. Nunez and other dissenters in upholding the old nationalist organization. Gen. Gomez leaves a widow, five sons and one daughter. Only today the secretary of the treasury delivered to one of Gen. Gomez’ sons a check for $100,000, which has been voted unanimously by congress for the general's benefit and approved by President Palma. This was in addition to the $50,000 previ- ously voted by congress. Gen. Maximo Gomez, who commanded the Cuban forces during the insurrection which broke out in 1895 and ended with the complete independence of the tsland when on May 20, 1902, the control of Cuba was formally transfrred to the new Cuban government, was born at Bani, Santo Do- mingo, in 1836, and came of a Spanish fam- ily. He began life as a cavalry offiecr in the Spanish army in Santo Domingo and served during the last occupation of Santo Domingo by Spain. In the war with Hayti Gomez distinguished himself at the battle of Tome, when with twenty men he routed a much superior force of Haytians. When the Spaniards were driven from the island Gomez went with the Spanish troops to Cuba, and for a time was in garrison at Santiago. Later, being disgusted at the manner in which the Spanish Gen. Villar treated some starving Cuban refu, for whom Gomez had collected funds, the young Meutenant severed his connection with the Spanish army. He became so en- raged at Gen. Villar’s conduct that he struck the general, called him a coward, —— that time became a bitter enemy of Spain. He joined the patriots in the insurrec- tion of 1868 and fought ten years, being Cuban commander-in-chief from 1873 to 3 R e > a A » Jiguani and Holguin. ipe Gomez was known as the “terror” on account of the many defeats he inflicted on the Spaniards. Withdrew to Jamaica in 1878. ‘When in 1878 Marshal Martinez de Cam- he lived quietly that to Santo Domingo, where z farm until the Cuban revolution of {oo and Joseph ©. Marti had