Union County courier. [volume] (Elk Point, Union County, D.T. [S.D.]) 187?-1913, 1888-12-05

OF the locality and geographical features Of
the boundary should be authorized by con-
gress with as little delay as possible. The
knowledge to be only thus obtained is an
essential prcre quisite Tor navigation for as
pertaining a common boundary or as prelim-
mary to any other mode OF settlement.
1t is mucn to be desired that some agree
ment should be reached with her msjesty's
government by which damages to life and
property on the great lakes may be allevisted
by removing or humsnely regulating the OBJ
stacles to reciprocal assistance to wrecked or
stranded vessels The At Of June 10, 1878,
which offers to Canadion vessels who have ac-
Gers to our inland waters In aid OF wrecked
or disabled vessels, bias not yet become effec-
tive, through the concurrent action by Can
ada.
The due protection Of our citizens Of French
origin or descent from the claim Of military
service In the event of their returning to or
visiting France has called forth correspond
ence, which was laid before you at the last
session. In the absence OF conventional
agreement as to naturalization. which Is
greatly to be desired this government sees
no occasion to recede from the sound position
1t has maintained not only with regard TO
France, hut as to all countries with which the
uni'ed States has not concluded special
treaties.
Twice in the last year has the imperial
household OF Germany been visited by death,
and have FASTENED to express the sorrow OF
the peeoplc, and their dppreciAtfun OF the
lofty character OF the late aged Emperor
William, and their sympathy with the heroism
under suffering OF his son, the late Emperor
Frederick. / renew my recommendation of
two years ago for the passage OF bill for the
refunding to certain German steamship lines
OF the interest upon tonnage dues illegally
exacted.
On the 18th of April last, laid before the
house OF representatives full information re.
speeding our interests In Samoa; and In the
subsequent correspondence on the same SUE
jecf, which will be laid before you in due
course, the history Of events In those islands
will be found.
In message accompanying my approval
on the lst day OF October last of bill Of ex-
clusion Of Chinese laborers laid before con.
gress full information and all negotiation
of the treaty with China concluded at
this capital on the 18th day Of March, 5,
which, having been confirmed by the senate
with certain amendments was rejected by the
Chinese government. This message con-
tanned recommendation that sum OF
money be appropriated as compensation to
Chinese subjects who have suffered piuries
at the hands OF lawless men, within our jJris-
diction, such appropriation having been
uu,N uldut, tlt luuu dNditS reception uy I!ie
Chinese government 1t Is sincerely hoped
that by the cessation of the influx Of This
class of Chinese subjects in accordance with
the expressed wish OF both governments, a
cause of uukind feeling has been pertna-
nertly removed.
On the 9th of August, 1887, notification
was given by the Japanese minister at this cap
ital, Of the adjournment of the conference for
the revision OF the treaties of Japan with for
ola aupr IN IN ,f &c
government to the provision In the draft of
he iurisdictional convention which required
the submission OF the criminal code of the
empire to the powers in advance Of Its becom-
ing operative. This not ticatior wss, how
ever, accompanied with an assurance of
Jspan's intention to continue the work Of
revision,
ton of negotiation, 1t is hoped that improve
ments may be secured in the iurisdictional
system as respects foreigners in Japan, aud
relief afforded to that country from tie pres
ent undue aud oppressive foreign ntrol in
matters of commerce. | earnestly recon-
mend that relief be provided for the injuries
accidentally caused to japanese subjects In
the Island lkisima by the target practice OF
one Of ourselves.
A proclamation was duly made on the 9th
day of November, 1887, OF the conventional
OF the treaty of June 3, 1915, with
Hawaii under which relations Of such special
and benefcept intercourse have been created.
In the vast field Of oriental commerce now
un1olded from over Pacific borders, no fea-
ture presents stronger recommended 'ops for
congressional action than The establishment
OF communication by submarine telegraph
with Honolulu. The geograp hical position of
the Hawaiian group In relation to our Pacific
states creates a natural Independence and
mutually Of interest which our pre- sent treat
les We're intended to foster and which made
close communication logical and CONNER
cisl necessity
The wisdom OF conclu ing treaty OF COM
mercial reciprocity with Mexico has been
heretofore stated in my messages to congress
and the lapse OF commerce With that close
neighbor and sister republic confirms the
judgment so expressed. The precise reloca-
ton OF our boundary line is needful an aud ade
quate appropriation is now recommended
therefor.
1t Is with sincere satisfaction that am en-
abled to advert to the spirit Of good neigh
porhood ard friendly cooperation and con
Citation that has marked the CORE pondence
and action Of the Mexican authorities in their
share of the task Of maintaining law and
order upon the line Of our common boundary
The long pending boundary dispute between
Costa Rica and Nicaragua WAS referred to INV
arbitration and by an award made on the
4 u haiNu last, tue question mas Dpen
finally settled TO the expressed satisfaction Of
both the parties in interest.
The empire Of Brazil in ahoishing the last
vestiFe OF slavery among Christian nations,
called forth the earnest congratulations of
this government In expression of the cordial
symyathies Of our people.
The claims OF nearly all other countries
against Chilli growing out Of her late war
with Bolivia and Peru have been disposed Of.
ri thar hy arbitration or ht-
Similar claims OF our citizens will continue
10 be urged upon the Gillian
and it is hoped will
not be subject to further DELAYS
comprehensive treaty of amity commerce
with Peru was proclaimed on November I,
last, and 1t is expected that under its opera
ton mutual prosperity and good understand
ing will be promoted. IL the pursuance of
the policy OF arbitration, treaty to settle the
claim Of Santos, an American citizen against
has been concluded under my
authority, and will be duly submitted for the
approval Of the senate. Like disposition OF
the claim Of Carlos Butterfle!d against Dsn-
mark and OF VanBokelen against Hayti, will
probably be made, and trust the principle
Of such settlements may be extended in
practice under approval OF the senate
Through unforeseen causes, foreign to the
viii Of both governments, the ratif alton of
the convention OF December 5, 1885, with
Venezuinela for the rehearing Of claims of
citizens OF the United States under the treaty
of 1886, failed to exchange within the term
provided and supplementary convention,
further extending time for exchange OF rati-
ications and explanatory OF ambiguous pro
visions OF the prior convention now awaits
The advice and consent of the senate.
this matter, In the statge referred to
only the concurrent treaty making
power of one branch OF congress, advert to
! In view OF the interest repeatedly aud con-
shown by you In your legis lative
'apacity In favor Of a speedy aud equitable
adjustment Of the questions growing out of
he diecredfted judgments OF the previous
mixed commissio Of Carocas. With every
lesire to do justice to the representation of
Venezuela in this regard the time seems to
have como to end this matter and trust the
prompt confirmation by both parties aud the
action referred to will avert
he need of legislation or other action to
prevent the longer Withholding Of such rights
II actual claimants as may be shown to
.xist
As authorized by congress preliminary steps
save been taken for the assemblage at the
apital during the coming year, Of the repre-
entatives Of the Central and South Auieri-
an states, together with those OF Mexico,
iayti and San Domingo, to discuss suudry