Martinsburg herald. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1881-1920, 1890-05-24
YEN AND THINGS At WASHINGTON.

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because OF his brilancy, for he is conessedly not
brilliant man. but Tor his many other good qualities SO
in leader. 1t is difficult, and often a
hopeless, task to keep in line so many men with d
and conflicting interests, and in order to
plsh this it requires many qualities of both bead
and heart Mr.. Carlisle is OF even temper,
cautious ia his movements aud all times conciliao
~ toward the refractory brethren OF his political house.
hold Upon whose shoulders the mantle Of leadership
will fall is uncertain, for while there are number Of
Democrats who prominent in their party, there is
conspicuously so hence the prize open to any
one who seeks it,
West Virginia is fortunate in being representa- inc
both houses of Congress by men the prime of life
and of far than average ability Senators Kenna
and Faulkner are both well equipped for their legisla
tive duties and are yet young enough to have retained
all the energy and ambition of youth 1t is doubtful
whether any State in the Union is creditably or
faithfully represented in the Senate than West Virgin
ia In the House the delegation is equally divided
politically, and in point of ability it credit to the
State Mr. Wilson is the senior in point of service
well the best known throughout the country. He
has risen to the front rank on the Democratic side,
and is considered of the hardest workers and most
faithful members of the House. His colleague John
d. Anderson, is a new member but a very industrious
one. He perfect specimen of manly beauty, and
if woman suffrage prevailed ought to be sure of seat
in Congress as long he lives. Geo. w. Atkinson
has taken good rank as member and has al
ready made a couple of capital speeches He is just
as popular in the House he is among the Republi-
cans in West Virginia, and that is saying good deal
for 1t is doubtful whether any other Republican in the
State has many friends and so few enemies Chas.
B. Smith, Of Parkersburg is steady going business
all bis III m
all in ALL West Virginiaus, of whatever party can feel
just pride in heir representation at the national
capital
One Of the most accomplished and distinguished rep.
reSentatves accredited from any foreign power to this
government is Seiior Don Jose NJ. p Caamafo Envoy
Extraordinary and Minister Plenipoentiary from our
sister republic OF Ecuador. This gentleman
has probably excelled any other in the acquisition of
our language. Although unable to speak word of
English when he landed here five months ago, he has
reached such great proficiency that he able to de-
liver an address upon recent occasion which was
markable Tor lis clearness anG beauty Of dction.
Senior Caamano occupies. a position i'll his native
country similar to that held by Mr.. Blaine here. lie
has served term as President of Ecuador and under
his wise and enlightened administration the govern
ment made rapid strides in every direction. He is
still comparatively young man, and although entire.
Is unassuming in manner ever carries with him that
dignity aud refinement so characteristic of natures
true nobeman. He sails for Europe next week, but
his many friends here wish his early return to this
country.
Mr.. Mckinley has shoWn rare skill and ability in the
management of his tariff BILL and that the measure has
bad safe deliverance is due more to his brilliant
leadership than to the inherent strength of the bill it.
self. Some strong men, among them Butterworth and
Henderson, seemed determined to break away, and al
though heir detection was irritating and at times look
ed serious, the bill passed substantially as it came
from the committee. The Democrats seemed to de-
rive great comfort from the fact that some Republicans
disagreed with Mr.. Mckinley and were courageous
enough to say so. The Republican party has always
relied upon the Intelligence Gifts members and it very
wisely permits and encourages the candid expression
of opinion. TIE enactment of any general law apply
ing to many and diverse interests and of widely
separated localities bound to produce inequalities
Some interests are sure to regard themselves less
ayordbly dealt with than Others and some localities
inclined to think that they have been sacrificed to
some other favored. There never was and there
probably never will be. any law civil criminal APP
plying to wide extent of country, which does not
work some hardShips, and any tariff law could not be
passed which would prove exception. The Repnb.
lie N party is firmly committed to the policy OF proec~
ton, bnt within its ranks are held many diverse
views in regard to the notifications of the existing
law. In fact the country is now undergoing wonder,
ful development, bringing many and rapid changes,
and consequently conditions which exist to day may
undergo radical changes next month or next scar.
Under such circumstances it much easier to criticize
measure presented by the opposition than to frame
which gives general satisfaction to party friends or
commands universal party support
In addition its many other attractions Washington to
secure the National Conservatory of Music located in
New York City. 1t is the intention greatly enlarge the
sphere of this institution after its location so as to make
truly national in character Great interest taken in the
matter and steps will be at taken the necessary
buildings, which will probably occupy years more
This the first effort made in America give this branch
polite education truly national character aogeth
likely that when the first enterprise becomes thoroughly
established this city that steps will be taken to establish
branches Of the institution in different parts United
States 1t important step in the direction of musical
upon the national character
In order remedy the decision of the Supreme
Court of the United States in regard sale of whkey
transmitted in sealed packages is proposed amend the
inter state law prohibit the introduction
of liquors in any state where prohbitory law prevails
This is claimed will enable the friends Of prohibition to
continue their efforts within lines and the step GER
tany wise and prudent for the constitution of the
United States contemplated that the regulation of the
liquor traffic should be taken from the and vested in
the national government No could reasonably object to
the proposed law the decision the court above