Mineral Point tribune. (Mineral Point, Wis.) 1869-1938, 1872-12-12

partly on account of the limited appropriation
made by Congress. Mexico on her part
has appointed similar commission TO inves-
ti9asc there outr.ges. 1t is not announced Of
iclaily, but the press of that country states
that the fullest investigation is desired, and
that the cooperation OF all parties concerned
is invited 20 secure that end. /, therefore, rec
omuleud that special appropriation be made
at the earliest day practicable, to enable the
commissioners on the part OF the United States
to return to their labors without delay.
CUBAN AFFAIRS.
1t is with regret that have again TO an
nounce continuance of the disturbed condi-
ton of the Island Of Cuba. No advance to-
wards a pscitication Of the disconnected por-
ton OF the populace has been made while the
insurrection has gained no advantage and ex-
hibits no more Of the element OF power or the
prospect OF ultimate success than were eXhib-
tied year ago
Spain, on the other hand, has not succeeded
in it's repression, and the parties stand ap-
parently in the same relative attitude which
they have occupied for long time past. This
contest has lasted now for more than four
years. Were it seen at a distance from our
neighborhood we might be indifferent to the
results, although humanity could not be I'M
moved by its Incidents, wherever they might
occur however at our door.
l cannot doubt that the continued maiu-
tenance of slavery in Cuba is among the
strongest inducements to the continuance of
this strife. A terrible wrong is the natural
cause of terrible evil. The abolition OF
slavery and the Introduction OF other reforms
IN the administration of the government Ill
Cuba could not fail to advance the return OF
peace and order. 1t is especially to be hoped
that the present liberal government of Spain
will voluntarily adopt this view, The law of
emancipation which was passed more than two
years since has remained unexecuted In the
absence of regulations for its enforcement, it
was but a feeble step toward emsn-
cipation, but it was the recognition
of right, and was hailed as such, aud exhibit
ed Spain in harmony with the sentiments of
humanity and of justice, and i'll sympathy
with other powers Of the Christian and civil
lied world. Within the past few weeks
the regulations for carrying ont the laws Of
emancipation have been announced, giving
evidence of the sincerity OF intention Of the
present government to carry into effect the
law OF 1870. | have not failed to urge the
consideration of the wisdom, the policy, and
the justice of more effective system for the
abolition of the great evil which oppressed
race and continues bloody and de-
structive contest close to our border.
as well as the expediency and the
justice of conceding reforms Of which
the propriety is not questioned. Deeply i'm
pressed With tie conviction that the continu-
ance OF slavery is one Of the most active causes
of the continuation OF the unhappy condition
in Cuba, regret to believe that citizens of the
United States, or those claiming to
be such are large holders in Cuba
of what is there claimed as prop
erty but which is forbidden and denounc-
cd by the laws of the United States They
are thus, IN defiance of the spirit of our own
laws, contributing to the continuance of this
distressing and sickening contest. In my last
annual message | referred to this subject, and
proper to denounce and if not prevent, at
least to discourage American citizens from
holding or dealing in slaves.
SPAIN AND THE SOUTH AMERICAN REPUBLICS.
1t is gratifying to announce that the ratltica-
ton of the Convention concluded under the
auspices of this government between Spain
on the one part, ana the allied republics OF the
Pacific on the other, providing for an arnis-
tice have been arranged. copy of the in
strument is herewith submitted. 1t is hoped
that this may be followed by a permanent
peace between the same parties.
SOUTH AMERICAS AFFAIRS.
The differences which at one time threaten
ed the maint enance of peace between Brazil
and the Argentine Republic, tits hoped are on
the way to a satisfactory adjustment. With
these states as with the Republics Of Central
aud South America, we continue to maintain
the most friendly relations. 1t Is with
regret however, | announce that the govern
ment of Venezuela has made no further pay
ments ON account OF the awards made under
the convention of the 25th OF April, 1866. That
republic il understood to be now almost, if not
quite tranouilized. 1t is hoped, there
fore, that it will lose no time in
providing for the unpaid balances of
its debts to the United States, which, having
originated III injuries to its citizens by the
Venezuelan authorities, and having been ac-
knowedged pursuant to treaty IN the most
solemn form known among nations, would
seem to deserve a preference over debts OF
different origin, and contracted III different
manner. This subject is again recommended
to the attention OF Congress for such action
as may be deemed proper.
RELATIONS WITH JAPAN.
Our treaty relations with Japan remain I'M.
changed. An imposing Embassy from that
interesting and progressive nation visited this
country during the year that is passing, but
being unproUded with pow ers for the signing
of a convention. In this country no conciu-
sion in tuat direction was reached. 1t Is
hoped, however, that the interchange Of opin-
ion which took place during their stay IN this
country. has led to mutual appreciation OF
the interests which NAV be promised when
the revision OF the existing treaty shall be
undertaken
In this connection Irenew my recommended
ton of one year ago, that, to give Importance
and to add to the efficiency of our diplomatic
relations with Japan and China, and to fur
Their aid in maintaining the good opinion of
those people, aud to secure to the United
States a share of the commerce destined TO
flow between the two great nations
and the balance of the commercial world,
an APPROPRIATION be made 10 support at least
four American youths ia each of these coun-
tries to serve as part of the Official family of
our ministers there. Our representatives
would not even then be placed upon an equal
ity with the representatives OF Great Britain
or some other powers. As now situated our
III Japan or CHINA nave to
depend for Interpreters and translatofS upon
natives Of those countries who know our lam
guage mperfectly, or procure for the occasion
the services of employees in foreign business
houses, or the interpreters to other foreign