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ENGLAND,s THREAT.

The announcement made by Sir
Charles Dixie to the Colonial members of
the Commons of the desirability of Eng
land possessing the Samoan group of
islands may be accepted as expressive of
intention. English statesmen never
make such declarations from their Of
fetal stations without there lie behind
them cleverly devised plans for making
the conquest in view. The history of
English aggression fully warrants this
view.
We take it, therefore, that in England
it is proposed to promote plan to seize
Samoa, provided the United States Gov
ernment does not interpose. So far as
Germany is concerned it is not unlikely
that there has been reached an agreement
for division of the spoil. The reasons for
the proposed seizure are not given in full.
but they are quite sufficient for English
annexationists and possess much
strength-that the tripartite system is
unsuccessful and fails to secure peace or
insure stability of possessions; that
English interests are commercially
greater in the islands than any others.
These are truths. But it does not follow
that England should therefore annex the
group. The extent and volume of Ameri-
can interests are less than those of Eng
E.,fr 6ota fhnu orr
their sacredness is as much TO be re-
spected as are the rights and interests OF
either of the other powers.
The United States cannot afford to
allow the English to hem in the Pacific
as she proposes. English possessions in
Australasia, in the north Pacific, in
Chinese waters and throughout Poly
nesia will complete a chain about the
Pacific if the Samoan group is added, and
on the Atlantic side she has the most of
the best midocean positions. There will,
by such annexation as is now contem-
plated, be new inducement and excuse
for the annexation by Great Britain of
the Hawaiian group, and English thrift
is not incapable of an effort IN that di-
rection.
The Administration ought to be quick
to demand of the English Government
an explanation so soon as the situation
warrants it, and to reply to any made
with the firm expression of determina-
ton on the part of the Government of
the United States to resist any seizure of
the islands by anv mower
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PUT UP THE BARS.

Among the coke-feld strikers, Il, 900 in
all, there are about 1000 English-speak
ing people entitled to be ranked as Ameri-
cans. These are all opposed to continu-
ance of the strike, but the dispatches of
yesterday inform US that Americans are
not allowed to raise their voices in mat
tors of this kind" So the 1000 Ameri-
cans by physical fear were compelled to
side with the II. 900 aliens. who dominate
in the coke region and dictate to the Off
GERS of the law.
These foreigners are not here to observe
the law, to respect the land that shelters
them, to feel or manifest any regard what
ever for the country that affords them
opportunities which in their native land
they never could have. They are towards
as well as ingrates. Their latest success
over the officers was achieved by putting
their women and children in front. armed
with clubs. These advanced upon the
officers, who would not fire upon women,
AQQ So 1cl4 DdCk aAO lOlk bAo WO4AS W Do
gutted by the rioters.
There never was so senseless, wholly
inexcusable and idiotic strike as this
now on in the coke region. There was
not the shadow of an excuse for it. On
the statements of the strikers alone it is
clearly seen that it is an inexcusable as
sault. We believe that the time has fully
come for putting up the bars against
these Polish and Hungarian creatures.
They rank very little above the brute
level; they are of no use in this land;
they have no sympathy with US and can
not be depended upon for anything ex-
cept trouble e-brewing. They are not of
the timber of which good citizenship is
made. Their chief effectiveness is found
in the displacement of the desirable law
abiding and patriotic American worker.
The capital that opened the avenues for
the incoming of these Objectionable
classes thereby did infinite harm to the
country, and it ought therefore to be put
without its power, by putting up the bars.
to further augment the evil.
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capita basis the taxation is about IS. or
about $40 per family head. In both cases
1t is too high a rate. 1t would not exceed
one-half it does in Sacramento were it
not for the high interest debt the city is
carrying, debt very considerably in ex-
cess of that of Los Angeles. we believe.
What is demanded in both cities is radi-
cal reduction of the tax rate. With us,
the need for public improvements press
ing, there is but one way to accomplish
the desired end. namely. to decline to put
the burden of payment of the debt
wholly upon the present generation.
That is to say, to refund so much as re-
mains of the indebtedness, and let the
next generation bear its share, since it is
to be the chief beneficiary of present
activity.
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ACADEMIA POSTPONED.

The Monthly Meeting VIII be Held
on Thursday Evening.
The Academia. Teachers Association
out of compliment to the distinguished
sion lecturer, both of whom are to speak
here tomorrow evening. has postponed
its meeting to Thursday evening, wher
the subjects will be California oratory
music. humor, poetry and authorship,
and will be presented by Messrs. Brusie
Howe, Perkins, Woodson and Anderson
and by Misses Woods, Weeks and Aiken
and several volunteers.
my Madeline Marie," the latest COM
position of the rising and talented young
composer, John C. Walling, will be sung
during the evening.
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A Pioneer Chinaman Gone.

All Fong is dead. Nearly everyone
here knew All Fong. He came here in
1S49, and for many years was detect
ive', for one of the river steamboat COM
panies. In 1866 he was in the employ of
the late General Lathrop; in 1868 was
court interpreter; in 1869 he was mer-
chant on l street. and later was runner
for the Navigation Company's river
steamboat lines. He was faithful en-
pIoye and deservedly popular. His
funeral will take place tomorrow.
Deceased leaves a wife, one son (Fong
Ukiah) and a grandson.
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OAKLAND aud Los Angeles have given
notice that they will take care of their
own unemployed. but will submit to no
more importations Of organized bodies
like that which cost Sacramento a round
sum last week. 1t would be we'll for this
city to issue similar notice.
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The fellow at Petaluma who pushed a
Chinaman into the river, just "for the
fun of the thing" is to tried for man
slaughter, the Chinaman having drowned.
1t is pity the miscreant who practiced
the "joke" cannot be treated with the
same medicine and held under until he is
rendered as inanimate as the Chinaman.
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The REcoRD-UNIoN and WEEKLY
UNION are the only papers on the Coast
etEtside of San Francisco, that re-
eeiVe the full Associated Press Dis
patches from all parts of the tCorLd. Out
side Of San francisco, they haze no COM
Petitors, either in influence or home and
general circulation thropohout the State.
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To SUPPORT the city government IN
Los Angeles costs the people SO 81 per
capita, or about sl50, for the head of each
family, on the basis of per capita dis
tribution. But, of course, taxation is not
thus placed. In Sacramento on per
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THEY have formed an Afro-American
League in San Francisco for political de-
mands, which is humbug. There is no
right place for any American organiza-
ton with a prefix TO it's title.
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MRS. WINsLow's SOOTHING SYRUP
has been used over fifty years by millions of
mothers for their children while teething with
perfect success. 1t soothes the child, softens
the gums, allays pain, cures wind collie, regu-
lates the bowels, and is the best remedy for
diarrhea, whether arising from teething or
other causes. For sale by druggists In every
part of the world. Be sure and ask for Mrs.
Winslow's Soothing Syrup. Twenty-Five cents
q bottle.
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Weather Forecast.

Oficial forecast for the twenty-four hours
ending at midnight April 9th: Northern
California-Fair weather, nearly stationary
temperature; light to fresh west to northwest
winds.
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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT, STATE OF
| California, County of Sacramento.-1n the
matter OF the estate of GEORGE V. EWING,
deceased, notice is hereby given that FRI
DAY, the goth day OF April, 1894, at 10
O'Clock A. NJ. of said day, and the courtroom
of said court, at the Courthouse In the City
of Sacramento. County of Sacramento, and
State of California. have been appointed as
the time and place for hearing the petition of
MARY V. HOFFNER for the probate of the
will OF said deceased and for her appoint
ment as executrix of the estate of George V.
Ewing, deceased, situated in the State OF
California, the last will and testament of said
George V. Ewing, deceased, having been duly
proved and allowed in the Probate Court of
the County of Weber. Territory of Utah, and a
coy OF said will and the probate thereof
duly authenticated, having been produced by
said petitioner and flied herein.
Witness my hand and the seal OF said court
this 9TH day of April 1894.
SEAL w. B. HAMILTON, Clerk.
By E. s. WACHHoRsT, Deputy.
Indorsed Filed April 7, 1894.
w. b. HAMILTON, Clerk.
By Z. S. WACHHoRST, Deputy.
J. 81. LIGGETT, Attorney Tor Petitioner
ap9-l0t
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LADIES TAKE A PARDONABLE PRIDE
in beautiful teeth, which enrapture the be-
holder when they speak, smile or sing. This
charm is conferred by pure, aromatic SOZO-
DON'T. which has no compeer, though
articles represented to possess properties
identical with it are sometimes sold to the
unsuspecting substitutes.
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ArrrfnI nutfcea.

DR.. PAMELA NJ. WEBSTER. Homeo-
pathic Physician. Office, 1929 II street.
DIR. WELDON, Dentist. has opened an Office
at SO6 street.
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From the Walker Bankrupt Stock
FOR g LAST u
GENTLEMEN. IWEEK.

One mixed lot Of Underwear,
consisting Of Balbriggan in
white and vicuna cOlors,
white and gray Merino, and
few fancy stripe. All Of
this lot is suitable for spring
and summer wear. The
Chicago price was soc, 75c
and ST. We will close the lot
out at 25c PER GARMENT.
One mixed lot Of Gents Collars,
consisting Of the celebrated
"E. & W. "Domino" and
sT.ion" brands. All first
quality goods, and styles cor
rect. Standing or turn down.
Regular price, 25c and three
for soc.
SALE PRICE, sc EACH.
One lot White Unlaundriod
Shirts, in plain and fancy
bosoms, open back. The
goods are standard quality
and worth 75c each. They
will not last long at
SALE PRICE, 3Sc EACH.
One lot Gents Cotton Socks, in
black and tans. Worth one
third more than
SALE PRICE, &c A PAIR
One lot Black Cotton Socks in
small mems sizes. Worth,
5Oc. SALE PRICE, sc A PAIR.
One lot OF Yellow GOatskln
Working Gloves.
SALE PRICE, SAC A PAIR.
WHlSK RR00NS well made, wire-bound
Hilioh DilUUDlo handles, with plush top
length inches, at half value. or &C each.
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The Sunday News.

We are led into the enterprise with a full
knowledge of all the conditions of journalism
in Sacramento, and propose to serve the peo-
pie with an abiding faith that the field is both
ample and secure
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NOTICE TO CREDIToRs.-EsTA OF
" THOMAS PORTER, deceased-Notce is
hereby given by the undersigned, executriX
of the estate of Thomas Porter, deceased. to
the creditors of and all persons having claims
against the said deceased, TO EXHIBIT them.
months after the publication OF this notice, to
said executrix, exc at the law office of Philip S.
Driver, No. 916 Fifth street, sacramento,
California the same being the place Ior the
tTansaction OF the business of the said estate,
in the county of Sacramento, State OF Califor-
mia.
Dated October 28, 1891.
PHILIP S. DRIVER, Attorney for EXecu-
trix. III . law
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ADJUSTMENTS.

The ''Sea of Ice" drew a crowded house
at the Clunie last night. Tonight there
will be the first dou bic bill OF the season,
when The Serious Family" and "My
Neighbor Wife, will be played. The
two plays, full of low comedy work, will
bring into service every member OF the
large troupe and gives to each the broad
est opportunity in congenial lines.
At the Metropolitan Theater tonight
the Spider and Fly" spectacular and
specially production, with Cyrene, said
to be the highest salared specialist in the
United States. The troupe has large
number of superior specially people.
The company remains here until to-mor-
row, so that no cutting Of the entertain
ment will be INDUCED in. The troupe
was here on the 7th of March last. On
the Sth the RECoRD-UNIoN said of it:
''The troupe is very large, the scenery and
effects fine, and the action and whole
character of the spectacle much i'm
proved. In this case the promise that
the play should be better than it was last
year, though it was strong then, is fully
kept. The whole entertainment is
strong attraction, and comes up fully to
all promise for 1t on its bills and in its
announcements"
The Effie Ellsler troupe witnessed "The
Sea of Ice" at the Clunie Opera House
last night.
The sale of seats at PurnelPs is brisk
for the Stockton Opera Company's en-
gagement at the Metropolitan Theater
Wednesday night.
Henry Watterson, the noted editor
orator, lectures in this city tomorrow
night on Money and Morals"
Manager Todd has engaged Madame
Modjeska to appear at the Metropolitan
Theater in MARY Stuart, Queen of
Scots" on April 2lst.
The Metropolitan Theater has been
taken for the Humane Society benefit for
ADril 25th
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Entered at the Postofice at Sacramento as
escond-class matter.
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Record. .Union-Telephone No. 40.
For Editorial Rooms, ring one bell.
For Business Office. ring three bells,
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The Effie Ellsler troupe witnessed 1.-THE
Sea of Ice" at the Clunie Opera House
last night.
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The sale of seats at PurnelPs is brisk
for the Stockton Opera Company's en-
gagement at the Metropolitan Theater
Wednesday night.
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS.-EsTA OF
~ MARY E. HUMPHREY formerly Mary
E. Hail. deceased-Notice is hereby given by
Mary z. Hum mphrey formerly Mary E. Hall),
deceased to the creditors of and all persons
having claims against the said deceased, to
exhibit them with the necessary vouchers,
within ten months after the first publication
of this notice, to the said executor, at the
law offices of Holl u Dunn, 920 Fifth street.
Sacramento, CAL the same being the place
for the transaction of the business of the said
estate A. L. HUMPHREY,
Executor of the estate of said deceased
Dated April 2, 1894.
HoLL 4 Dunn, Attorneys for Executor.
ap2-5tM
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5letu Gn-Dau.
THB SUNDAY NEWS

WE TAKE GREAT PLEASURE IN AN
w nouneng that on SUNDAY, APRIL
10TH, we shall bcgin the publication of
The record-union., 1894-04-09
The Sunday News

VIII be made paper to be sought after by the
people and proposes to quickly attain a dis
tinguished place among the newspapers of
California. The public will. we think. accord
to the editors the possession of facilities for
securing the fullest and best of To- al doings
But aside from the strictly news features, the
paper will devote itself to current political
gossip of both State and local interest. We
intend to be in touch with the most interest
ing and important political thought of the
day, and propose to bring this feature OF
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The Sunday News

To the attention of the whole State. And
| above all. we shall recognize the duty that the
journalist owes to the people of upholding the
right and denouncng the wrong in public
affairs, independent of partisan entangIe-
ments or personal considerations of any kind.
The people of Sacramento especially will wait
with interest the appearance of
The record-union., 1894-04-09
From the Walker Bankrupt Stock.
Into the MaelstrOm D0WENTllN
of Countless Bar DohlHoii00'
gains Rush High -o-r -o-
Qualities. LAST - WEEK.
FLANNELETTE-

LA " " ELE IL
The warm, cool, shrinkless stuff
that counts 50 pleasantly for Won
en- and Chi1dren's open-air wear.
Nature asks you out OF doors at
this season, the bursting buds, the
greening turf, the bird notes, carry
the message that spring is here,
and there's Flannelette hint IN
every invitation.
One case Stripe F1aunelette, % INCHES
wide, in dnaeiuna shades; &c
worth SIC. Bankrupt price, - yaro
One lot 20 pieces Good Bleaehed
Muslin, a6 inches wide; &C
worth S1ac. Sale Price....... y yard
Two cases Bleached Sheeting PA
Yards wide, soft finish; no dress
ind; a good wearer; worth 1RC
221zc. Bankrupt pri ice....-.. - yard
Thirty pieces of Bleached Muslin, the
welf-knovn Fruit of the Loom,
brand Marked in tnfs sale %1 90
at 13 yards for.........--.......--"--N
Fifty dozen Glass Cloth Doilies, or
Frinqed Napkins, size 1SxlS-
Faultless in style; exceuent qual-
ity; are worth 75c. Sale ROC
pri COZ.
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HANDKERCHIEFS-

A large lot, hem stitched, centers
white as Swiss mountain peaks,
borders stamped in tasteful tints.
Worth about double the 90C
Bankrupt Fori ~ dOz.
WHALEBONE CASING, in bright,
desirable cOlors; fresh. clean
stock t6-yard pieces). Bank &c
rupt oric ce........................... - bolt
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The Metropolitan Theater has been
taken for the Humane Society benefit for
A nril 25th
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One case ALHAMBRA CLOTH, an at
traotive wash fabric, 20 inches
wide, suitable for picnic dresses.
Strong for wear; sprlngy; dust de-
fyinq, etc. Worth 15c. HOG
Sale pri price........................ - yard
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WHlSK RR00NS well made, wire-bound
nlllDh DilUU1lo, handles, with plush top;
length inches, at half value. or &C each.
The record-union., 1894-04-09

One case Stripe Flannelette, % INCHES
wide, in dnaeiun shades; &c
worth SIC. Bankrupt price, = yard
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SATEENS-
Fine Henrietta finish, 81 inches
wide. black blue and cOIOred
Grounds, with small colored fig
ures. of a contrasting shade-latest
spring effects. Made to sell at 1876
yard, but Bankrupt Auc- 1C
ton price yard
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1894-11-28
WE AND JAPAN-CHINA.

The step that has been taken by this
government, in offering to mediate be-
tween China and Japan, assumes most
serious aspect by Japan's acceptance Of
the offer.
When England asked this government
to join European nations in intervening
the State department very properly de-
clined 10 do 80. 1t was but short time,
however, before Mr.. GRESHAM, inspired
by the President, it must be assumed,
offered the services Of the United States
to beth China and Japan IT It rs supposed
that this action was taken at the insti-
cation OF England or English in
fiusnces, with how much justice
it Is impossible to judge. Whether or not
there was any direct intimation from
English sources that made Mr. GRESHAM
take such an abrupt tack in the course
of his ship Of state, it is a fact that can
not be argued against, that it is Eng
lands business he has undertaken.
What has the United States to gain by
meddling in the quarrel between China
and Japan? 1t can be conceived that
the United States might be actively in
terested in many questions of interna-
tional interest where there was no pos
sibility of direct gain OF any sort. But
there must be some adequate motive.
In this case there can be no gain, and il
is not possible TO guess what motive
there can be--that is TO say, what worthy
or sufficient motive.
IL is not unlikely that the United
States may be involved in questions.
the adjustment of which may be ex-
stremely awkward, by assuming the
role Of mediator between Japan and
China.
Most OF tho European nations will
doubtless demand some sort Of repsra-
ton Tor damage 10 their interests in the
East, aud our own trade has suffered
and doubtless many Of our citizens have
been affected in manner that will
entitle them 70 indemnity from
some source. The most considerable
interests will be the demands Of England
and Russia, however, both OF which
nations are desirous Of having a very
pronounced voice in the settlement, and
both OF which wish 70 carry out plans
that would vitality affect China.
England wishes 10 further degrade
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1894-11-28
ste.ooo ruR TRANsPARgNclEs.

A Single IteVa OF the COST OF the Political
Canvass In New York City.
During the two weeks preceding IN
election IN Now York city those sign
painters who make q speciality of poift-
ical transparencies have something Of a
harvest. There are only few Of them,
and they divide about s15, 900 paid for
printing on canvas tho names of the
candidates and afiixing tho canvas to a
plain wooden frame which serves as
Grewood after the election. The average
cost of the campaign transparency
stretched in front OF party headquar-
ters is $i5. There were about 1, 900
such transparencies in New York city
this year, averaging about 30 in each
assembly district.
Tammany had headquarters in. ov-
cry assembly district. The Republicans
had two headquarters in every assembly
district-those of the regulars aud the
Milhollandites Then there were the
State Democracy. the Anti-Tammany
Democracy, tho Independent county er-
ganization, the Good Government clubs,
tne Defmdn h9lOIiu uhlOn, tHc NtW
York OF Voorhis Democracy and the
Socialists, Populists and Prohieition-
lists. Next came the business mems AS
sociations, the young mems Clubs the
social clubs which made political nom-
nations. and such independent organi-
zations as tho Italian American Repub-
lioans the Hungarian Democrats and
the Swedish anti i-Tammanyites Each
congress candidate usually had sop
arsto headquarters, and some OF tho as
sombly and aldermanic candidates also
opened rooms Of their own.
Tho most elaborate of the campaign
transparcncics was, OF course. 10 be
found i'm front Of Famnsny hall This
year two changes of candidstes-tudge
Of the court of appeals and mayor--had
been made upon it, which is unusual
in one election. After the battle Of the
ballots was over the canvas on the trans
parencios was torn to shreds and the
wooden framework was split up There
wss nothing left 20 show for the oxpcnd-
iture Vt about ti6. 600. New xozk sun.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1894-11-28

they stand on even terms with England.
The Times proves altogether too much
for its own case. IL neglects to apply
its proofs to the proper source OF the
iron situation. 1t was under protec-
tion that the iron and steel industries OF
the United States grew and waxed great.
Had not the home market been preserved
ms their nursery and propagating ground,
is it conceivable that they could have
worked out their salvation so completely
and so satisfactorily as they have3
What if American iron and
steel had been forced to
compete with English products %
years ago, as it is able to compete today?
There would simply have been no Amer
lean iron and steel industry today. No
body not a wilful and preverse idiot can
otherwise interpret even such facts as
The Times cites to support its free-trade
contention.