New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1890-03-19
WHAT Is THOUGHT OF 1T IN THIS CITY.
OPINIONS VARY AMONG GERMANAMER-CANs A.
TO THE CoSsEoUEN OF BIsMARcK's


The resignation of Prince bismarck it is safe to say
ras the most absorbing topic Of conversation ycstcr
day among the German American citizens OF New
York No occurrence Of recent years IN German
history or politics has created much excitement or
general interest among the Germans or those interested
in the affairs Of tile great Empire as this severance
OF the official relations between the Emperor and the
Iron Chancellor.
was startled by the news said William steinway.
aalthough have feared such outcome for some
time There are evidently grave differences OF
opinion between the young Emperor and the greatest
statesman which Germany ever had. The Germans
here are filled with the gravest apprchensons although
nobody questions the good intentions OF the Emperor
The immediate results of his hobnobbing with Socialists
have not been Of the most encouraging nature. We
all fear that it will eventually create considerable
evil and be followed by period Of rcactonary meas
urcs II Is certain that the young German Empire IS
not only surrounded by but filled with relentless
enemies 1t is also certain that Bismarck who
spent lifetime in ccmcnting the unity Of Germany, un
doubtedly held out till the last moment had a CON
vcrsaton this morning with gentleman who has paid
especial attention to affairs in Germany, and he, too
fears for the future. lie agreed with me that Ger
many with her traditions would be governed best as
heretofore by a parliament and responsible ministry.
But the Emperor in his enthusiastic way. with the
best intentions in the world and desire to make all
men happy is inclined 10 more personal Governments
The German Empire is young
"The feeling between the Catholic South and the
Protestant North has just been overcome. MI It's
friends look with pride upon the rcjuvenacd country.
But fear kcenly also the dangers Of internal
dlssension especially the tremendous Of tie
socialstic vote In answer to the young Emperors
rescripts. From letters which have received from
the employing classes in Germany such feeling
OF insecurity and apprehension for the future has
isted since the Franco German has prevailed
during the last few months. German industry has
made immense strides since 1871, and has conquered
a good portion of the worlds market. But the Ger
r,n manufacturers fear that these results threat
ened seriously As to the foreign policy, fear That
the enemies Of Germany will triumph During my
last stay In Germany found that the confidence In
Prince Bismarcks sagacity and statcSmanship was
unhounded. have no doubt that the resignation Of
bismarck has acted wet blanket upon all Ger
many ] found also during my stay great loyalty to
the Young Emperor. but the Chancellor, on account
Of his successes and vast experience, viii be sadly
missed | know of no successor who could command
the confidence OF Germany. Men OF his age are no
longer strong enough to succeed him."
oswald Ottendorfer. OF the Stats Zcitnng.' said
thai Bismastxs resignation was due 70 serious
difficulties between him and the Emperor upon INC
socialistic question. The Chancellor IA not care
10 appear responsible for the developments WHICH
ne saw coming "The Princes resignation was,
however surprise TO me-" he said. owing 10
,hc rcscripts the parties which usually supported
the Government were almost annilnatcd at the last
elections. Bismarck did not wish I" be responsible
for the actions OF the Emperor. There is 10 houbl
that he demonstrated with him, and That nc tel MS
services entitled his advice to more respect than the
Fmperor was willing TO give. The effects OF his
action arc difficult 10 foresec Reaction may set in and
that may induce the Emperor TO reconsider his plans
The greatest effect will be upon the foreign policy
Bismarck's internal policy has not been without mis-
takes. Naturally. all treaties will remain as they
were, but Germany loses the prestige which she lad
IN having Bismarck at the head Of foreign affairs
The Russians and French will rejoice over the whole
trouhle. 1 DO not think that there is anybody who