The Coconino weekly sun. [volume] (Flagstaff, Ariz.) 1891-1896, 1895-12-12

| checked their extinction within o few years
seems to be matter of absolute certainty
The understanding by which the United States
was to pay and Great Britain to receive lump
sum Of f4.5, 900 In full settlement Of oil British
claims for damages arising from our seizure OF
British sealing vessels unauthorized under the
| award Of the Paris tribunal Of arbitration was
not confirmed by the last. congress, which de-
| clined to make the necessary appropriation.
ON still Of the opinion that this arrangement
was judicious and advantageous one for the
government, and earnestly recommend that
| 1t DO again considered and sanctioned.
1t being apparent that the boundary dispute
between Great Britain and the republic OF
Venezuela, concerning the limits of British
Guiana was approaching an acute stage, u
definite statement Of the interest and policy of
the United Sta ties as regards the controversy
seemed to be required both on its own &C.
count and in view of its relations with the
friendly powers directly concerned. In July
last, therefore, dispatch was ad-
dressed to our ambassador at London
for communication to the British government
In which the attitude Of the United States was
fully and distinctly set forth. The general
conclusions there reached and formulated are
in substance, tina: the traditional and estab-
lished policy Of this government is firmly OPP
posed to forcible increase by any European
power OF its territorial possessions on this
continents that this policy is as well founded
In principle as 1t Is strongly supported by nu-
merous presidents; that Us q consequence the
UnitedStates is bound to protest against the en-
largement OF the area Of British Guiana in dero-
CATION OF the rights and against the will OF
Venezuela; that. considering the disparity in
strength OF Great Britain and Venezuela,
the territorial dispute between tS,m can be
reasonably settled only by friendly and Impair
tial arbitration and that the resort to such ar
bitration should include the whole controversy
and is not satisfied II one Of the powers con-
cerned Is permitted to draw an arbitrary line
through the territory in debate and to declare
that 1t will submit to arbitration only the por-
ton lying on one side OF It, In view Of these con-
cluslons the dispatch in question called upon
the British government for u definite answer
to the question whether 1t would or would not
submit the territorial controversy between
itself and Venezuela in its entirety to impair
tial arbitration.
The answer of the British government has
not yet been received. but is expected shortly,
will probably be made to the congress.
The Hawaiian affair Is briefly stated at this
point in the message
Cuba Is again gravely disturbed, an inSurrec-
tion in some respects more active than the last
preceding revolt. which continued from 1868
to 1873, now exists in large part Of the eastern
interior OF the island, mcnacing even some pop
ulations on the coast Beside deranging the
exchanges Of the island OF which our country
takes the predominant share, this fragrant con-
dition OF hostilities by arousing sentimental
sympathy and ir.citing adventurous support
among our people, has entailed earnest effort
on the Part OF this government to enforce ODE
dlence to our neutrality laws and to prevent
the territory Of the United States from being
abused as vantage ground from which to aid
those in arms against Spanish sovereignty
.ls..-
OF our countrymen as individuals with people
who seem to be struggling for larger autonomy
and greater freedom. ceepened as such sympa-
thy naturally must be in behalf OF our neigh
Dor. yet the plain duty OF their government
is to observe In good faith the recognized obli-
cations OF international relationship The
performance OF this duty should not be made
more difficult by disregard on the part OF our
citizens OF the obligations growing out of their
allegiance to their country, which should re-
strain them from violating, as individuals. the
which the nation OF which they are
members Is bound to observe in its relations
to friendly sovereign states
Occurrences in Turkey have continued
to excite concern. The reported massa-
ores OF Christians in Armenia and the de-
velOpment there. and in other districts, of
the spirit Of fanatic hostilityto Christian in
tiueuces naturally excited apprehension for
the safety OF the devoted men and women who
as dependents Of the foreign missionary soci-
cites in the United States all reside in Turkey
under the guarantee OF law and usage and in
the legitimate performance OF their educa-
tional and religious mission. No efforts have
been spared in their behalf and their protection
In person and property has been earnestly and
vigorously enforced by every means within our
power The presence Of our naval vessels which
are now in the vicinity OF the disturbed localities
AFFORDS opportunities toacquire measure OF
with the condition OF affairs and
will enable US to take suitable steps for the
protection Of any interests of our countrymen
within reach Of our ships that might be found
mperied.
The Financial Situation.
AS we turn from review OF our foreign re-
ations to the contemplation of our national
situation we are Immediately aware
hat We approach q subject OF domestic con-
FERN more important than any other that can
engage our attention and one at present in
such perplexng and delicate predicament as
% require prompt and wise treatment We
nay we'll be encouraged to earnest effort in
his direction when we recall the steps already
aiken toward improving our economic and finan |
,ial situation. and when we appreciate how we'll
he way has been prepared for further progress
,y an aroused and Intelligent popular interest |
n these subjects. BY command Of the people, |
customs revenue system designed for the |
and benefit of favored classes at the |
expense of the great majority Of our country |
men and which. while inefficient for the pur- |
pose Of revenue. curtailed our trade relations |
md impeded our entrance to the markets of |
he world. has been superseded by tar
n policy which. In principle is |
BASED upon denial OF the right |
II the government to obstruct the avenues to |
,ur peoples cheap living or lessen their COM
ort and contentment, for the sake of accord |
ng especial advantages to fayorites, and |
which. while encouraging our intercourse and |
.rade with other nations, recognize the fact |
hat American self-reliance, thrift and inge-
iuity can build up our cOuntry's industries and |
levelOp It's resources more surely than ener- |
rating paternalism. The compu! sorry purchase |
Ind coinage OF silver by the government, I'M |
checked and unregulated by business condi- |
ions and Needless Of our currency needs, |
which for more than fifteen years |
liluted our circulating medium, under
mined confidence abroad In our financial |
lbility and at last eliminated In distress and
,anic at home has been recently stopped by |
he repeal OF the laws which forced this reck- !
ess scheme upon the country. The things
hus accomplished, Notwithstanding their
extreme Importance and benehcent effects.
ell far short Of curing the monetary evils from
which we suffer as result Of long indulgence
In i'll advised financial expedients The cur
'ency denominated United States notes and |