The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1888-12-04

continue the work of revision
Notwithstanding this temporary interruption of
negotia ions it is hoped that improvements
may soon be secured in the jurisdictiona system
as respects foreigners in Japan and relief
afforded TO that country from the present un-
due and oppressive foreign control in matters Of
commerce.
earnestly recommend that relief he provided
for the injuries accidentally caused to Japanese
subjects in the island of Ikisima by the target
practice of one of our vessels.
Corea's Embassy.
A diplomatic mission from Corea has been re-
ceived, and the formal intercourse between the
two countries contemplated by the treaty OF
1889 is now established Legislative provision
is hereby recommended to organize and equip
consular courts in Corea.
Persia's New Minister.
Persia has established diplomatic representa-
ton at this capital and has eviDced very great
interest in the enterprise and achievements of
beneficial commercial relations between the
two countries may be brought about.
Baytls Turmoil.
announce with sincere regret, that Hayti
has again become the theeter OF iusurrection,
disorder and bloodshed. The titular govern
ment of President Solomon has been forcibly
overthrown and he driven out of the couutry to
France where be has since died The tenure of
power mas been so unstable amid the war fac
lions that have ensutd since the expulsion of
President Solomon that no government cOnsti-
tuted by the will OF the Hayten people has been
recognized as administering responsibility the
affairs of that country Our represe Itative has
been instructed TO abstain from Interference
between the warning factions, and vessel of
our navy has been sent r. Hayti 10 sustain our
minister ana for the prot IN Of The persons
and properly of America. citizens. Due pre-
caution, have been taken to enforce our neu-
trality laws and prevent our territories from
becoming the base Of military supplies for
either of the warning factions
Under color of a blockade of which no reason
able notice had been given, and which does
not!appear to have been efficiently maintained
a seizure of vessels under the American flag
has been reported, and in consequences meas
ures TO prevent and redress any molestation of
our innocent merchantmen have been adopted
Eawairs Treaty.
A proclamation was duly made on Nov. O.
1881, of the conventional extensions of the
treaty of June B. 1915 with Hawaii, under
which relations of such special and beneficent
intercourse have been created.
CABLE TO HONOLULU
In the vast field of Oriental commerce now
unfolded from our Pacific borders. no feature
presents stronger recommendations for con-
gresSional action than the establishment of
Communication by submarine telegraph with
Honolulu. The geographical position of the
Hawaiian groupin relation to our Pacific states
creates natural interdependency aud mutual
ity OF interest which our present treaties were
intende to foster and which make close com
munication logical and commercial necessity.
Reciprocity with Mexico.
The wisdom of concluding treaty of com
mercial reciprocity between the United States
and Mexico has been heretofore stated in my
messages to congress, and the lapse Of time and
growth of commerce with that close neighbor
AM sister republic, confirm the Judgment so
expressed The precise relocation of our bnun
Diary line is needfu and adequate appropriation
is now recommended. II Is with sincere salts
IlaftT tNra- .rafF
OF good neighborhood and friendly cooperation
and Cancellation that has marked the CORES
pondeuce anu action OF the Mexican authorities
in their share of the task of maintaining law
and order along the line of our common boun-
Diary.
Central and South american Affairs
The long pending boundary dispute between
Costa Rca and Nicaragua was referred to my
arbitration, and by an award made on March q,
last, the question has been finally settled to the
expressed satisfaction of both parties in in
terest.
The empire of Brazil in abolishinC the last
vestige If slavery among chris ian nations
called forth the earnest congratulations of the
government in expression OF the cordial Sympa-
thes Of orr people.
The claims of nearly all other countries
against Chill growing out Of her late war wi h
Bolivia and Peru, have been disposed Of either
by arbitration or by lump settlement. SINH
lar claims of our citizens will continue to be
urged upon the Gillian government. and it is
hoped will not be subject t, further delays.
A comprehensive treaty OF amity aud com
merce with Peru was proclaimed on Nov. :
last. and it is expected that under its operation
mutual prosperity and good understanding will
be promoted.
PROTECTION FOR AMERICANS ABROAD
In pursuance of the policy of arbitration, a
treaty to settle the claim Of Santos, an Ameri.
can citizen, against Ecuador. has been con
cluded under my authority, and will be duly
submitted for the approval of the Senate. A
prior convention nov awaits the advice and
consent Of the Senate.
Like disposition of the claim of Carlos But
terf1ed against Denmark and Of Van Bokeien
against Hayti. will probably be made, and /
trust the principle Of such settlements may be
extended in practice under the approval Of the
Senate.
Through unforeseen causes, foreign to the will
of both governments, the ratification of the
convention of Dec. s. 1885, with Venezuela for
the rehearing of claims of citizens Of the United
States under the treaty of 1886, failed of ex-
change within the term provided. and a supple
mentary convention further extended the time
for exchange of Publications and exp auatory
of an ambiguous provision or the treaty. Al
though this matter, in the stage re
ferred to, concerns the only current
treaty-making- power OF one branch
or congress, L advert TO II in view of the
interest repeatedly and conspicuousy shown ny
you. In your Legislative capacity, in favor of "A
speedy and equitable adjustment Of the cues
tons growing out Of the discredited judgments
With every desire to do justice to the repre-
S ntations of Venezuela in this regard, the time
seems to ha e come 10 end this matter. and
trust the prompt Confirmation by both parties
of the supplementary action referred to, will
avert the need of legislative or other action ia
prevent the longer Withholding of such rights
OF actual claimants as may be shown to exist
The South American Congress.
AS authorized by congress preliminary steps
have been taken for the assemblage at this
capital during the comm syear OF the represent.
together with those Of Mexico, Hayti and SaI
Domingo, TO discuss sundry important moment
airy and commercial topics, excepting in those
cases where, from reasons OF contiguity Of ter
ritory and the existence Of a common border
line Incapable of being guarded. reciprocal com
merca treaties may be found expedient. 10 is
believed that commercial policies inducing freer
mutual exchange Of products can be most ad
vantageously arranged by independent but co
operative legislation la the mode last men
toned the control Of our taxation for revenue
will be always retained in Our own hands tlnre
stricted by conventional agreements with other
governments.
Rules for Ocean Travel.
In conformity also with congressional author.
ity, the maritime powers have been invited "a
confer in Washington in April next, upon the
practicability of devsing uniform rules and
measures for the greater security Of
life and property at sea. disposition TO ac-
cept on the part of a number OF The powers has
already been manifested, and IL the co-opera-
secured, important results may be confidently
anticipated.
Tonnage Duties.
The act Of June 20, 1884, and the acts amenda-
tory thereof. in relation 20 tonnage duties have
given rise TO extended correspondence with