The crisis. (Chillicothe, Livingston Co., Mo.) 1877-1878, 1877-12-06
FOREIGN RELATIONS.

| HCllclOIs do W lto tHtNl upOH ObuCi
nations, has had no tendency to disturb Il
amicable relations existing between Il
United States and each of the two contendin
powers. An attitude Of just and imparti
neutrality has been preserved, and am graf
fed to state that In the midst OF their hostil
ties both the Russian and Turkish govern
ments have shown an earnest desire TO az
here to the obligations Of all treaties with III
and give due regard to the rights Of America
citizens. By the terms Of the treaty detnin
the rights impurities and privileges Of col
suls between
ITALY
and the United States, made in 1868, eithe
government after the lapse Of ten years ma
terminate the existence Of the treaty by Civ
| ing twelve months notice Of It's intention
The government Of Italy ayailing itself of thi
faculty, has now given the required notice
and the treaty will accordingly end on tn
18th of September, 1878. 1t is understood
however, that the Italian government wishe
to renew 1t in its general scope. descr,
only certain notifications in some Of ii
articles. In this disposition ! concur, AM
| shall hope that no serious obstacles may in
teryene TO prevent or delay the negotiation
of a satisfactory treaty. Numerous ques
tions in regard TO passports, naturalization
and exemption from military service, have
continued to arise in cases of
EMIGRANTs FROM GERMANY
who have returned to their country. The
provisions Of the treaty Of Feb. 22nd, 1868
however, have proved to be so ample and SC
iudicious, that the legation OF the United
States at Berlin has been able to adjust ali
claims arising under it, not only without detri
ment to the amicablc relation existing be
tween the two governments, but it is believed
wit ipiu inin la II .
lied American citizens. 1t is desirable that
the treaty originally made with the North
German Union in 1857, should now be so al
tered as TO apply equally to all the States OF
the Empire Of Germany.
THE PARIS EXPOSITION.
The invitation of the government OF France
to participate in an exposition Of the products
of agricultural industry and the fine arts, TO
be held ut Paris during the coming year, was
submitted for your consideration at the extra
session. 1t is not doubted that its acceptance
at once by the United States, and well Sc
lected exhibition Of the products Of American
industry on that occasion, will tend to stimu-
late international commerce and emigration,
as well as TO promote the traditional friend
ship between the two countries. 4 question
arose from this source us to the proper mcan-
ing of the cxtradition articles Of the treaty Of
1872 between the United States and
GREAT BRITAIN.
Both governments, however, are now in
accord in the belief that the question Is not
one that should be allowed TO frustrate the
ends Of justice, or to disturb the friendship
between the two nations No serious diff.
Guilty has arisen in accomplishing the extra
ditiOn of criminals when necessary. II Is
probable that the points Of disagreement will
in due time be settled, and II need be more
explicit declaration be made in Il new treaty
The fishery commission under articles Is to
30, treaty Of Washington, has concluded its
session. The result Of the deliberations Of
the commission as made public by the com
will be communicated TO Con-
gress. A treaty for the protection of trade
marks has been negotiated with Great Britain,
which has been submitted to the Senate for
its consideration. The revolution which has
recently occurred in
MEXICO
was followed by the accession Of the success
full party to power and the installation of its
chief, General Diaz, in the presidential office.
1t has been the custom Of the United States
when such changes in government have here
toforc occurred in Mexico to recognize and
enter into official relation with the dqdctO
government us soon rs it should appear to
have the approval Of the Mexican people and
should manifest a disposition TO adhere TO the
Of treaties and international
In the present case such official recognition
mas been deferred by the occurrences on the
Rio Grande border, the records of which have
llrcadv been communicated TO each house Of
congress, in answer to their recent rcsolu-
ions Of inquiry. Assurances have been re.
.eivcd that the authorities ut the seat of the
Mexican government have both the DISPOSE
ion and the power 10 prevent and punish such
Unlawful invasions and dcprcdations. II is
10 be hoped that events may
prove these assurances TO be well
ounded. The best interests of both
Countries require the maintenance of peace
IN the borders and the development of
commerce between the two republic, 1t
S gratifying TO add that this temporary inter
upton of official relations has not prevented
luc attention by the representatives OF the
United States in Mexico TO the protection Of
American citizens as far as practicable, nor
las it intcrfered with the prompt payment OF
he amounts due from Mexico 10 the United
states under the treaty Of July ith, 1865, and
he awards of the joint commission. While
10 not anticipate IN interruption of friendly
citations with Mexico, yet cannot but look
With some sOlicitude upon continuance OF
BORDER DISORDERS
IS exposing the two countries to emotions OF
popular feeling and mischances of action,
which are naturally unfavOrablc to complete
unity. Firmly determined that nothing shall
,e wanting on my part TO promote good
between the two nations,
'et must ask the attention Of Congress TO ac-
ual occurrences on our border, that the lives
md property our citizens may be adequately
protected and peace preserved.
THE CIfRAN TRDInIES
Another year has passed without bringing
o q close the protracted contest between
he Spanish government and insurrectionists
IL the Island of Cuba. While the United
States have seduOusly abstained from inter.
'ention in this controversy, it is impossible
lot to feel il is attended by incidents affecting
'itizens, apart from the effect of the hostili-
les upon trade between the United States
md Cuba, Their progress is inevitably ac'
by complaints, having more or
ess foundation, such as searches, arrests,
'mbargoes and oppressive taxes upon prop
,rty Of the American residents, and OF un-
provoked interference with American vessels
md commerce. 1t is due to the government
If Spain to say that during the past year 1t
ias promptly disayowed and offered reparation
or any unauthorized acts Of unduly zeal
,us subOrdinates whenever such acts have
)een brought to its attention; nevertheless
uch occurrences cannot but tend to excite
| feeling of annoyance, suspicion and resent
nent, which are greatly to he deprecated be.
ween the respective subjects aud citizens OF
wo friendly powers.
Much delay consequent upon accusations
" fraud in some of the awards has occurred
II respect TO the distribution. Of the limited
mounts received from
VENEZUELA,
inder the treaty Of April 25th, 1866, applica-
Die to the awards OF the Joint commission
,reated by that treaty. So long as these mat
ers are pending in Congress, the executive
,annot assume either TO pass upon the ques-
ion presented, or distribute the fund re-
,eived. 1t is eminently desirable that definite
legislative action should be taken, either de-
,iding the award to be final, or providing for
. method for the re-examination of claims.
Dur relations with the republics of
CENTRAL AND SOUTH AMERICA
md with the Empire of Brazil have continued
without serious change, further than the tem-
Dorary interruption Of diplomatic intercourse
with Venezuela and Guatemala. Amlcable
relations have already been fully restored with
Venezuela, and ii Is not doubted that all
grounds of misunderstanding with Guatemala
will speedily be removed From all those