The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1895-02-09

strikingly illustrated the oeed of speedy
communication between Hawaii and
the authorities here. Tire condemna-
zion OF an American citizen was by
new and haetily assembled tribunal. 1t
undoubtedly called for speedy interven-
ton.
While the debate proceeded Minister
Thurston OF Hawaii entered the dipio-
matte gallery and was Joined by Senator
Proctor OF Vermont.
Mr. Morgan attached much signif.
eance to the fact that no word of oppo.
sition had come from England since the
senate had passed the Nicaragua canal
bill 10 days ago. He said it disclosed
shat Engiand had abandoned hope OF
controlling the Isthmus canal, and had
eentered all her energies upon control-
ing western commerce by securing the
Hawaiian cable concession.
BRITISH DESIGNS ON PEARL HARBoR.
The senator declared that Great Brit
ain was secretly endeavoring to wrest
from the United States the great coal
ing station. Pearl Dor, in Hawaii.
1t Is vital that we act, and act at
once" said Mr.. Morgan impressively.
Il would rather see every rule OF this
senate broken than to have this amend.
ment fall"
Strong 40 the case of Hawaii was TO us
she would not much longer be kicked
about the American congress. She
woald at last reluctantly turn to Great
Britain.
Mr.. Morgan then turned his attention
to the latest dispatch of Mr.. Willis. He
defended our policy of non intervention.
Ii Hawaii made mistake she must
abide by it, For himself, Mr.. Morgan
said he would have more respect for
Hawaii Il shs shet G tr sisSr titan il she
forgaye him. but tins best thing for the
United Statee to do was to keep out Of
this new phase OF the subject.
Mr.. Hawley Questioned the correct
ness OF Mr.. Morgan's doctrine of nom
intsrvention. He said it would be con.
strued as approving OF HawaiPs purpose
TO execute those now imprisoned.
MIR. Morgan rose to say that hs simply
meant to assert that Hawaii ought to
left alone.
HAwLEY's PERSONAL INTEREST.
Mr.. Hawley said he had person al
interest in the latest advicss from Ha-
waii. The Mr. Seward, under sentence,
was well known to him. The senator
paid the highest tribute TO Mr.. Sew
ards ability, and said it was ridiculous
TO charge him with this conspiracy.
Mr.. Hale earnestly protested against
Mr.. Morgau's apparent approval OF the
course Of the Hawaiian government in
imposing the death penalty.
Mr.. MorRsn-I gave no approval.
stated cold, naked rights.
Mr.. Hale said that the leniency Of the
north at the close OF the rebellion had
been marvel to the world. Then"
she senator said. land If Hawaii now
proceeds with these executions, she will
be adopting the method of Mexico and
OF South America. rather than those OIL
this country, for this republic should be
warned in time that the sentiment thus
far favorable to them, will be quickly
changed il these execu tions occur. The
American people have thus far sympa-
thized with Hawaii. but there will be q
speedy change If this barbarous course
10 pursued."
Mr.. Hoar and Mr.. Call said they
wished to be put on record as heartily
sympathizing with the protest expressed
by Mr.. Hale.
The diplomatic and consular bill wal
then laid aside.
~ At 5 40 pm. the senate held brie
executive session and then adjourned.