The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1872-12-29
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Interesting Attitude Of Peru and
q Chile Toward Cuba
Tho Press and People Urging National Acaon--
Peru and Her Coolie Trade Oompli-
cations With Japan 4sN Ell


rw LIMA, Dec. 5, lSJa
may be that the ever fAithfui isle. OuSa wta
receive asslstance from quarter which some time
since was considered moro than doubtful. TIE
press 81 feru DOTH Ministerial and opposition. In
busily at work eadeav0ring to prepare the popuaw
mind toward some possible demonstration an IA.
part OF the governments in aid or the strugsilAa
patriots. say possible, because AZ vet Mr.. Pards
ana his councillors have made no sign, but thoGs
are certain evidences which prove that the spirit
OF the government is favorable TO such an under
taking. The agitation on this subject was
originated in Chile about two months ago:
great meetings were held speeches delivered
by prominent men and a society formed for the ex-
press purpose OF succoring the CuDans In their
efforts Tor freedom. To such an extent has the
feeling in that Republic grown that few days
since the Minister OF Foreign Affairs was called %
the bar OF the House OF Representatives and ques-
toned as to the sentiments and intentions OF the
government respecting the matter. He very sensi.
bly, replied that the gravity OF the subject was su6A
as to prevent any public explanations. Peru haa
now caught the contagiOn. and the work Is Ger
tanly being pushed forward by the Lima newspa-
pers Three plans are proposed; first, the ideA
is suggested that loan might be erected
in Lima for the benefit Of Cuba, the
author OF the proposition limiting that at the
present moment an agent Of the Cuban Republic n
in this city, who holds large amount OF the bonds
issued by the patriots; through this means CON
siderable sum OF money might be raised ana
the extraordinary wealth OF Cuba is Of itself
guarantee for repayment, in case the revolution
proves successful. The second project is based
upon the supposed sympathy entertained by Chin
for the struggling cause, and she urges Peru to
propose South American league for the final
liberation Of the island. Mexico would also be in.
vted to join the confederation In case tho
league was formed, the plan of proceedings
would be to inform Spain that If within
certain stipulated period the government
at Madrid did not recognize the indepen-
dence of Cuba, the South American Powers
would combine their forces towards accomplishing
that end, and would Immediately open an active
warfare Should Spain consent to such an or
rangement the allied governments would guaran-
tee the payment, the part Of Cuba, of the value
Of the different fortresses, public buildings, ma
teral, &C., belonging to the Spanish government
within the confines Of the island. The third sug'
geston savofs more Of the warlike Peruvian spirit
It is nothing less than that this country should
enter the arena single-handed, employ her power
full and now inactive navy in the effort to
assist the Cubans, with the strong hope that
such an energetic example would speedily ne
Pacific Alliance. Your correspondent does not for
one moment attempt to deny the quix0tlsm OF the
Two nnal propositions, but merely chronicles gneM
time this general movement and attempt to induce
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thing may yet result from 1t. It may be well to
mention here that the extreme Discrimination man
Tested by Chile and Peru to ratily the convention
spain and the four allies, Peru Bolivia, Ecuador
and Chile, arises from the stipulation contained In
al hof anti ~ Wa 10Y nm
the part Of the high contracting parties or no de-
monstration In favor Of Cuba shall be made withouta
or the campaign which resulted in the indepen
dencc OF these Republics the hatred Of spain and
Spaniards has rather increased than disappeared
THE COOLIE SYSTEM.
Another matter OF vital importance to Peru is also
being discussed-the question Of labor. 1t w0ud ap
pear that the unfortunate difficulty OF the coolie ship
Maria Luz, in the harbor OF ohama, has brought
unforeseen entanglements on the Chinese traffic
iished an order prohibiting absolutely the depar-
ture of any Chinese from the d0miniOns under his
rule with the purpose OF emigrating to Peru, and
the large houses and companies estab
gard this action 'f Is the first Of series
overcome. The HERALD was informed some time
since OF the proposed special mission TO be &C.
Captain Garcia Garcia received the appointment
OF Penipotentiary and was to sail with his suite In
the lron-clad frigate Independence. The object OF
the mission was TO endeav0r TO induce the Chinese
authorities to open their northern ports for the
expectation Of coolies, in return for certain prom
lses and guarantees to be made by the government
OF Peru. An enterprising Congressman however,
attacked the scheme SO vigorously that the indie
pendencia will continue in Peruvian waters, and IL
Is doubtful whether the Legation will proceed
to its destination; for 1t was remembered that
England France and the United States forced China
to receive their representatives by q wholesome
receive Such rephlse from the astute Prince
Kung as would lead to grave embarrassments.
Consequently 1t appears possible that the Peruvian
Minister in England will receive Instructions to
seek the aid OF the government Of Great Britain.
or Colonel Freyre, representing Peru In the United
States may request President Grant to use his
good Offices towards attaining the desired end, Mr..
Pardo feeling somewhat confident that the humane
intentions OF the Peruvian government for the
amelioration Of the condition OF the coolies may
meet with due appreciation. No steps have IS yet
been taken in the affair OF the Maria Luz. From
Bolivia we have received no news Of any Inn