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Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

Ir is of the utmost importance that
Los Angeles should have a good Police
Commission and reputable and respon-
sible Chief of Police. The intent of the
new Charter was to make the Commits
sion itself non-partisan, and the force
should also be non-partisan. 1t is not 80
that policeman should be a
Democrat or Republican as that he
should be man of character, courage
and judgment. According to the average
standard of this work-a-day world, the
police force of Los Angeles ranks up to q
fair standard. 1t ought to be made even
more efficient. A good Chief is the first
essential to this desideratum. He should
be a law-abiding man of liberal ideas,
broad enough between the eyes to dis
cern both the letter and spirit of the law.
and honest as the day is long. He should
also be a man of good moral character,
who has nothing in common, openly or
secretly, with those whose habit is to dis
regard law and order. We hope the
powers that be will give us such an
official.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

THE disappearance of Piggott, after
signing confession that he had forged
the Parnell, Egan, Davitt and other
letters which formed the basis of the
London Timess calumny OF Parnell, fore
shadows the discontinue of the Thun-
dsrer and of the government. They are
left without leg to stand on. The trial
has had the effect of disclosing depths of
perjury, forgery and treachery that have
had no parallel in the annals of the past
Parnell will emerge from the ordeal like
Demigod. The episode of LIE Caron is
unique and unapproachable, while Piggott
proves to be only an ordinary, though
clever, rogue. 1t is doubtful if the pub
Usher OF an American newspaper could
be imposed on by those worthless. The
London editor sits aloft on the tripod
and disdains to be wide awake. AS a
result he is liable to be the victim of
fakirs, as the Times undoubtedly mas
been
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

AN OBLIGATION rests upon our people
to see that correct ideas concerning Los
Angeles shall be disseminated in the
East. The most elaborate system of
Misrepresentation ever devised to injure
section has been resorted to in order to
divert immigration from Los Angeles and
Southern California generally. The ex-
cursion agents who, until recently, worked
so energetically and effectively to turn
the tide of travel this way have been
largely retired from business as result
of the recent Pullman deal. We are
glad to see that the people of San Bar.
nardino are alive to the importance OF
advertising this section, and that they
are about to send on to Washington the
splendid citrus exhibit which figured at
their late fair. The citizens of San
Diego last year sent an energetic and
taking set OF boomers East, and doubt
less profted largely by it. Sirgularly
enough, Los Angeles county seems to be
utterly Indifferent to the expediency OF
trumpeting her attractions in Eastern ears.
A standing exhibition of the products Of
this section ought to be made at New
York and Chicago, and timely publica-
tions and special editions of the Los An.
geles daily papers ought to be scattered
broadcast over the whole of the United
States. Some time ago the HERALI
suggested that the membership of the
Chamber of Commerce ought to be
enlarged to thousand, such members
paying an initiation fee of ten dollars
and monthly due of a dollar. This,
with the contributions which public.
spirited citizens would probably make
from time to time, would provide SUBJ
stantial fund for distributing local liter.
ature throughout the country, and a
portion of it might be used to pay the
expenses of permanent exhibit in the
East.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

The proposition to appropriate $780,
00O by the State for an exhibition of
California products in London is hardy
one. The sum is absurdly large. An
other objection to this use of the money
e that q great deal more good could be
accomplished by spending it in the
United States. There is something
rather intimidating in these figures. The
man who originated the scheme must
have very expansive ideas. One thing
cannot be gainsaid. It would be very
pleasant thing to have the spending of
this money. 1t would make residence
Ia London q very delightful experience
to the gentlemen who would have the
dlsbursing Of 80 large sum as $3.50, 900.
Il might bring q few Englishmen over
here, but the question would arise as to
whether the game was worth the candle.
Dr. franklin once paid too dear for his
whistle.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

FoR four years to come the American
people will have to get along with Presi-
dent Harrison, and it is therefore de-
s,4ssle that he should turn out to be
s.s4ssmanlike O. and patriotic. There is no
Disgusting the fact that the President
elect has grown personally in the estima-
ton of the American people since his
nomination at Chicago, although the
methods of his political managers of the
Quay and Dudley stripe have not COM
mended themselves to public approval.
When Harrison began to talk so glibly
during the campaign his political oppo-
nents were quite sure that he would COM
NIT some capital blunder, but he
threaded the political mazes with the
skill with which an accomplished lin
gari goes through the egg dance. He
has not shown himself to be great
man but he has developed an unusual
amount of tact and horse sense. Then,
above all things, he is showing himself
to be a thorough gentleman, ss was to
be expected of the grandson of the
hero of Tippecanoe. In several OF
his speeches he has proven that
he has fine sense of religion, in no way
obtrusive, and his few remarks on leav-
ing Indianapolis for Washington were
pitched in an admirable vein. Yet the
new President will not repose on bed
of roses at the National capital. He will
fad great dissensions in his own party,
although everything may be smooth on
the surface. He will also discover that
the most potential leaders of his party
are welded to the old corrupt Grant
methods, and are interested in increasing
rather than in diminishing the burdens
of the people. If he shall be able to
check this tendency and to keep these
men under control he will maintain and
increase the good will with which he is
now regarded, and transmit his name to
posterity as one of the examples in which
heredity amounts to something.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27
The Grand.

A brilliant house greeted the Modjeska
combination last night. 1t was house
which inspirited the artists and glad
dened the pocket OF the manager. Rosa
lind is one of Shakspeare's most aerial
and delightful plays. 1t has the sweet
odors of bosky dells and exhales an
aroma of the pine and cedar. 1t was
founded on quaint novel by Thomas
Lodge, but the bard of Avon has varied
the theme, introducing into it spright-
liness and sweetness lacking in the
original. In view of the fact that
Madame Modjsska was famous star
away back in 1S63-twenty.six years
ago-she shows most adventurous
spirit il undertaking this role. She
makes up as q brave youth, and is for
tunate in having shapely legs and SYM
metrical figure, but it is perhaps only
fair to say that she would have
played the part with more arch
ness and sauciness ten years ago. This
does not prevent her impersonation from
having decided merit and from leaving
a most agreeable impression upon her
audience. Her natural bent is for the
statuesque, majestic and pathetic rather
than for the pert and froward girl
masquerading in boys clothes of Shak-
speare's conception.
1t was gala company, that which
gathered in the sweet forest of Ardennes,
and the scene was reproduced very pref
tily, the ''set" being skillfully arranged.
As You Like 1t gives thorough scope
for the varied talents of the Modjsska
combination, in that respect far surpass-
ing Mary Stuart. The Cecilia" of Miss
Charlotte Tittel was capital rendition,
and she frequently trenched upon the
honor accorded to the star herself during
the evening. Mr.. E. H. VANDERBILT
made great deal out of "Orlando," and
the "Adam" of Mr.. H. B. Phillips left
nothing to be desired. This gentleman
is consummate success as an old man.
jacques famous soliloquy, in the
second act, was read by Mr..
E. J. Henley with admirable
method and charming infection. The
Touchstone'' of Mr.. George Osborne
was splendid study in the Jester line,
and went far towards securing an even
ing of thorough enjoyment. In truth,
the whole company showed to great ad
vantage; and the pleasures of the even
ing were not marred because the whole
action Of the play did not revolve around
the star.
Tonight Adr1enne Lecouureur is under
lined. This is one of Madame Modjeskas
favorite roles, and is specially adapted to
her peculiar genius. She is sure to full
fill expectation, however highly wrought,
in this line of the drama.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

The refusal of Col. Dan Lamont to ac-
cept the $4,000 which Congress appro-
priated for him to round up his salary
with that which his successor will re-
ceive as President Harrison's private
secretary, is proper cap-sheaf to the
unbending integrity which has charac-
terized everyone connected with Presi-
dent Cleveland's Administration. Not
even with the aid of ga ninety million
magnifying gas microscope of double
hextra power" can stain be detected on
the white ground of the four years of Dem
ocratic ascendancy. Lamont says he
knew what he was to receive when he
accepted the position, and does not ap.
prove of er post fdcto legislation.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27
THE VINE DISEASE.
Mr. ShOrb Thinks IL Must Succumb
to Scientific Treatment.

G1r. ShOrb Thinks IL Must succumb h
to Scientific Treatment.
Mr.. ]. De Barth Shorb was in the citv
yesterday, and HERALD reporter meet
ing him said:
Mr.. Shorb, do you think it would be a
safe proposition for a man to plant a
vineyard now?
The reply was:
Yes, do. But you must get vines
free from disease to plant; and I do not
know just where you could get them.
We have found remedies for the disease
to which it must succumb, but if the
germs are in the vines you
plant, it will develop, and q
vine once affected by the disease is
hard to bring up into the full vigor of a
prolific bearer. have no doubt that
the earth, if properly treated by Profess
sor Dowlen's remedies, will be entirely
disinfected. But as / say, it is bad to
plant vines already diseased. With
these precautions it is perfectly safe to
plant Q vineyard. By the remedies pro.
posed, sound vines can be kept free from
the disease.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

44S feet, the glass portion being 112 feet
long by eighty feet broad. 1t will have
elegant billiard parlors, ball room, and
every luxurious modern accessory, in
cluding verandah three hundred and
thirty-six feet long. The guests will be
able to traverse the whole length of the
hotel without being exposed to the
weather. It will contain one hundred
and thirty-six rooms. The large wealth
of Captains Ainsworth and Thompson
and their associates is behind the en-
terprise and guarantees the completeness,
strong attractions and comfort OF this
new seaside caravansary.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27
A TOKY,s OPINION.
He Considers PiggOtt Exactly suited
M2 For a Home Rule Cabin eu.

AAS OOsAeA~ACA = - y - - A~-A ~~OS-1 49,
NJ For a Home Rule Cabin et.
LONDON. February 26.-Major Saun-
derson Conservative resumed the de-
bate in the Commons on the address
in reply to the Queens speech. Refer
ring to Morley's remarks last night. he
charged that gentleman with ignoring
the fact that crime in Ireland had
lessened since the enforcement of the
Crimes Act. The freedom of speech
which the Parnellites wanted was not
allowed because they advocated law
breaking, which led to murder. A cry
was now got up to attract the people
(Parnellite shouts of "Piggott!"). Well,
Piggott had amply qualified himself to
be member Of the first Home Rule
Ministry. He could not find any reason
why the Parnellites should not be sent to
jail, nor why, when once there, they
should ever be let out.
Dillon emphatically repudiated as
any suggestion that he or his
colleagues had worked for the increase
Of crime. The decrease Of crime was not
due to the Coercion Act, but to the enor-
nous concessions got for the tenants
the Plan Of Campaign. 1t wes
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

REDoNDo BEACH is about to have a
hotel that will be great addition to the
attractions of the Southern Coast. Its
erection will be begun Immediately, and
something like the expedition shown by
Arthur Brown in the building of the fret
hotel at Del Monte will be exhibited. 1t
will be ready for occupancy during the
coming summer. It will consist of .
main building and dining room, the
'aster OF glass. Its total length will be
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27
Poor Metaafa!

LONDON, February 26.-The Berlin
correspondent of the Standard says that
it is certain that the German squadron
in the Pacific will be strengthened in
order that punishment may be inflicted
on the natives of Samoa for mur-
dering the German marines and
injuring German interests. The Co.
togne Gazette says: "The more sigma
this chastisement, and the more ample
the satisfaction, the surer will be the
guarantee that peace and order will re-
main undisturbed, and the more effec-
tive will be the resolutions of the confer
ence by the three Nations which
possesses equal rights to influence the
future of Samoa.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27
TIE Board OF superyisors yesterda,

THE Board OF Supervisors yesterday
got back at Assem- mblyman Damron in a
very effective way anent his recent
speech in the Assembly. They appear
to have the points OF the argument, and
our young and handsome Representative
went off half-cocked. One thing he will
probably find out to his political cost,
and that is that an official body like the
Supervisors is pretty potent when il
comes to electing legislators.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

Our people need not be jealous at the
great stream of people that is now pour
ing into Oregon and Washington Terri
tory. Those regions are simply training
schools for Southern California. We
have string tied to nine out of every ter
of these immigrants, and can draw them
here at our pleasure, which will be about
the time when another winter promises
to give the tourists or immigrants its frigiG
amhraca
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27
The Philharmontc Concert,

Next Tuesday evening the Philhar-
monic Society, which has made such a
reputation in musical circles throughout
the United States, will give its third con-
cert at the Los Angeles theater. For this
occasion cover or ing board has
been made for the stage so that all the
shades of the music will be heard by the
entire audience. The programme is a
great deal lighter than this society has
given before and will be pleasing in the
extreme. The chorus and orchestra have
been rehearsing steadily since the last
concert in December and are holding ex-
ira sessions this week. The sale of seats
will open tomorrow at the Los Angeles
Theater
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

SAN FRANCISCO, February 27. = The
ten-mile running race between Gus
Guerrero and George Cartwright, ex-
champion runner of England, for a
purse of 500 and $3.50 side, was won BY
Guerrero at the Pavilion tonight, Cart
wright giving up in the third mile.
Guerrero finished on an easy run in /
hour Is minutes. He offers to run any
two of the contestants in the walking
match tomorrow two and one-half miles
each.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

DILIaENT readers Of the real estate
transfers will have noted during the past
five or six days a greatly increased activ-
ity in property transactions. Sagacious
people have realized that this is good
time to buy.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

DIVORCES are rapidly becoming a Los
Angeles specially, as will be seen by
local notes in this mornings HERALD.
The query, "Is marriage a failure p"
seems to obtrude itself even in the hal
cyon semi-tropic land.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27
The Trudglnx Tramps.

At O'Clock this afternoon Moore was
still leading in the Frisco six-day walk,
496 Hart, 405; Howarth, 400. =
AT O'Clock this morning Moore led in
the six-day race with 396 miles, Hart
1892, Howard 1888.
At o. m. the score of the leaders in
the walking match was Moore, 448
miles; Hart, AS: Howarth, IA; Pat
Guerrero, 1884; Old Sport Campana, 369;
vint, $50; Davis, S29; Leahey, 305;
Crozur, 255; Breeder, 247.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

IT HAS been almost entirely forgotten,
but the city Of Los Angeles is paying for
the storage of immense quantities of
Fewer pipe, bought for what, God only
knows, and which is rusting day by day.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

Mr.. W. N. MONROE is in Mexico, and
will probably superintend the building
of three or four hundred miles of railway
in that Republic, under the auspices of
the Southern Pacific Company.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

The Samoan crisis has turned up Col
onel Steinberger, OF happy memory.
Most people had supposed that he was
squeaking and gibbering witt, the sheet
ed dead.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27
piggottist Party Con doIed with.


The News says: We condole with the
leader aud its consequent difficulty in
forging ahead, No more utter and
hopeless collapse has occurred in the
history of caiumny. The case for
the prosecution has gone to
pieces at the first touch. Parnell
is proved innocent by the only man the
Times relied on to prove him guilty.
Whether the Times proceeds or not Par
nell will claim the right to disprove the
other charges.
The Times says it is precluded from
commenting on the Parnell Commission
at this time.
The Standard says 1.-THE complete
breakdown of Piggott's evidence, and
his absence, render it no longer posi-.
BILE to refrain from comment. We feel
ourselves obliged, in the public interest,
to declare that the evidence on which
the authenticity of the letters was sup
posed to rest, has been completely
discredited, and the sooner this is openly
and formally admitted, the better
it will be from every point of view. y
After blaming the Times for its extraord-
mary negligence, the Standard says.
'The pomp and circumstance under
which the publication occurred made it
impossible to absolve those answerable
for it of grave breach Of public duty.
Whatever else is proved, the fact re-
mains that deep injustice has been,
done to Parnell, and blow, equally to,
be deplored, has been given to the char
acter of English journalism"
The Daily Telegraph says: ''To all in
tents and purposes the Parnell Commits
sion may be regarded as ended to-day.
We are glad to say Parnell stands free
and innocent of the damaging charge at
tributed to him with what we are sorrow.
fully compelled to call reckless and rash
imprudence.
The Daily Telegraph censures the care
lessness with which the Times acted, and
says The result must affect the political
situation, as it is certain that there will
be body of opinion naturally attracted
toward Parnell as an injured and perse--
cuted man.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

DAY before yesterday they had an inch
and half of rain at Inglewood. Mr..
Dan Freeman is authority for the state
ment that crops toward the coast will be
splendid this year.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

MEssIEuRs of the Council, provide for
the pavement of Second street between
Main and Fort. 1t is one of the de-
mands of the hour.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27
The Aggressive Ameer.

LONDON, February 27.-Adviees from
Afghanistan say the Ameer is marching
upon the Russian frontier, and that
collision with the Russians is imminent.
The Ameer persists in committing cruel
ties.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

IF SAN Diego has been in the dumps
she is in fair way to get out of them.
Last week a single Easterner invested
$12O, 900 there.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

ANGELENos will this summer be treated
to the novel experience of hourly trains
to Redondo Beach. This will indeed be
. step in advance.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27
Notacc to mail subscribers
WE'D NEsDAY, FEBRUARY 81, 1889.

THERE is general belief in Washing
ton that an extra session OF Congress
will not be necessary.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27
Anlmperial Weddimr,

LONDON, February 26.-A dispatch
from Pekin announces that the Emperor
Of China is married.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27
sala,s Version Of the confession.

LONDON, February 27.-George Angus
tus Sala writes to the Telegraph an arti-
Gle describing the interview of Saturday
between Piggott and Labouchere. 1t
confirms the statement that Piggott went
to Labouchere's house voluntarily.
A copy of the confession which Lewis
obtained was, from the beginning to
the end, literally and verbally, the COM
position of Piggott, who confessed that
he had forged the Parnell letters and
minutely described the manner in which
they were written. Piggott said he
alone executed the forgeries. whether
he is telling the truth or another
batch of lies," says Mr.. Sala, 'is not
for me to determine; but to my mind he
seemed to be confessing facts and moth
ing but facts. No pressure was put upon
him and no leading questions were ask
ed"
The Times continues to advertise its
pamphlet on "Parnellism and crime"
with an alleged fac-simile letter of Par
nell.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27
Gone Home for a visit.
A Ten.NItle Kace,

LONDON, February 26.-The Empress
Frederick started for German y to-day.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

also due to the knowledge of the in
creased sympathy of the English people.
The declarations of Gladstone and his
followers had more effect in stopping
crime than all the Coercion Acts ever
passed.
Sir G. o. Trevelyan charged Balfour
with causing the Parnellites to be arrested
in place and manner calculated to in
f1ict the greatest possible outrage upon
public feeling and opinion.
In the course of his speech in defense
Of the Government, Edward Stanhope, a
member of the Cabinet, asserted that
wherever the Plan of Campaign existed
the amount of crime was the greatest.
'There is not a word of truth in that,''
exclaimed Dillon. Cries of "Oh, Oh"
greeted Dillon's remark, and Stanhoye
appealed to the Speaker, whereupon
Dillon challenged him to prove his state
ment. In reply Stanhope adduced
statistics showing the Improvement in
the condition of Ireland, which he
claimed was due to the Governments
policy.
LONDON, February 26.-In the Com
mons this evening, Healy asked whether
Home Secretary Matthews had ordered
the arrest of Piggott, and if not, why he
had allowed Piggott to escape. Matthews
replied that a warrant had been issued
against Piggott. Healy then asked
whether the Government had taken
measures to prevent Piggott's escape.
Matthews admitted that, as yet, he had
taken no steps in the matter. The
knowledge Of Piggott's disappearance
had reached him within the past hour.
He promised that the Government would
do their utmost to capture the fugitive.
Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

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Los Angeles daily herald., 1889-02-27

EDINBURGH, February 27.-The case of
Parnell against Walter, of the London
Times, for libel, which was dismissed by
a single Judge on the first hearing on the
ground that no arrestments against Wal
ter as individual would be valid against
the corporation, came up to-day before
The Judges Of the First Division on re-
hearing, demanded by Parnell's counsel
The Court, by consent, dismissed the ac-
ton with costs.