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The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04

WASHINGTON, D. c., Dec. 3.-Ap-
pended is the message from President
Cleveland to Congress, as read IN the Sen
ate and House of Representatives to-day ::
To the Congress of the United States: The pres
ent assemblage of the legislative branch OF our
Government occurs at time when the inter
ests of our people and the needs OF the country
give especial prominence to the condition OF
our foreign relations and the exigencies of our
National finances. The reports of the Govern
ment fully and plainly exhibit what has been
accomplished within the scope OF their respec-
tive duties and present such recommendations
for the betterment of our country's condition
as patriotic and intelligent labor and observa-
ton suggest
l therefore deem my executive duty ade-
ouately performed at this time by presenting
to Congress the important phases OF our situa-
ton as related to our intercourse with foreign
nations and statement of the financial prob
lens which confront us, emitting, except as
they are related to these topics, ANY reference
to departmental operations. Earnestly invite,
however. not only the careful consideration
but the severely critical scrutiny OF Congress
and my fellow-countrymen TO the reports con-
corning these departmental operations. II
Justly and fairly examined they will furnish
proof OF aSsiduous and painstaking care for the
public welfare. I press the recommendations
they contain upon the respectful attention OF
those charged with the duty OF legislation, be-
cause I believe their adoption would promote
the peOrle'S good.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04
LYNCHlNGS OF FOREIGNERS.
Attention Is Called to the Abuse of
Alien Contract Labor.

The deplorable lynching of several Italian labor
ers in Colorado was naturally followed by inter-
national representations, and l am happy to say
that the best of efforts of the State in which the
outrages occurred have been put forth to discover
and punish the perpetrators of this atrocious crime
The de pendent families of some Of the unfortunate
victims invite by their deplorable condition gra-
cous provision for their needs.
These manifestations against helpless aliens may
be traced through successive stages TO the vicious
padrone system, which, unchecked by immi-
grafton and contract labor statutes, controls these
workers from the moment of landing on our shores
and farms them out in distant and often rude
regions, where their sharpening competition in the
fields OF bread winning toll brings them into col
lision with other labor interests. While wecom-
ing as should, those who seek our shores to
merge themselves in our body polite and with per-
sonal competence by honest effort, we cannot re-
gard such assem- bages of distinctivey alien labor
hired out by SPECTATORS and shipped hither
and thither. the prospect OF gain may dictate,
otherwise than repugnant TO the spirit of civ
ilization deterrent TO individual advancement and
hindrances TO the building up OF stable commun-
tiles resting upon the wholesome ambitions of the
citizens and constituting the prime factor in the
prosperity and progress of our Nation II legsla-
ton reach this growing evil it certainly should
be attempted.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04

concerning the limits of British Guiana was APP
preaching acute stage, definite statement of
the interest and policy OF the United States as
CARDS the controversy seemed to be required both
on its own account and in view of its relations
with the friendly powers directly concerned. In
July last, therefore, dispatch was addressed to
our ambassador at London for communication TO
the British Government, in which the attitude of
the United States was fully and distinctly set
:orth. The general conclusions therein reached
and formulated are. in su bstance, that the ira
ditional and established policy of this Government
Is firmly opposed to forcibie increase by any
European power of its territorial possessions in
this continent; that this policy is well founded
in principle as it is strongly supported by numer
Gus presidents; that a consequence the United
States is bound 10 protest against the enlargement
OF area of British Guiana in derogation of the
rights and against the will OF Venezuela that con-
sderng the disparity in rength or Great Britain
and Venezuela, the territorial dispute between
them can be reasonably settled only by friendly,
impartial arbitration, and the resort to such arbi-
tration should include the whole controversy, ana
it is not satisfactory that one OF the powers con-
cerned be permitted to draw an arbitrary line
through the territory in debate and to declare that
it Will submit arbitration only the portion lying
one side OF it.
In view of these conclusions the dispatch In
question called upon the British Government for
definite answer 10 the question whether il would
not submit the territorial controversy between IL
self and Venezuela in its entirety TO impartial
arbitration. The answer Of the British Govern
ment has not yet been received, but is expected
shortly, when further communication on the sub
iect will probably be made to Congress.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04
UNFAIR ARRESTS IN HAWAII.
DOIe'S Regime Has Not Conceded
Claims for Indemnity.

Early in January last an uprising against the
Government OF Hawaii was promptly suppressed.
Martial law was forthwith proclaimed and numer-
Gus arrests were made OF persons suspected of being
in sympathy with the royalist party. Among these
were several citizens OF the United States, who
were either convicted by military court and sem
fenced to death, Imprisonment or fine, were de-
ported without trial. The United STATES. while
DENYING protection to such as had taken the
Hawaiian oath OF allegiance, insisted that martial
law, though altering the forms of justice,
could not supersede justice itself, and de-
manded a stay OF execution until the pro-
ceedings had been submitted 10 this Government
and knowledge obtained therefrom that
citizens had recev d fair trial. The death SEN
fences were subsequently committed were re-
mitted condition of leaving the islands The
cases of certain Americans arrested and expelled
by arbitrary order without formal charge trial
have had attention, and in some instances have
been found TO justify remoDStrance ana claim for
indemnity, which Hawaii has not thus far con-
coded. Mr.. Thurston, the Hawaiian Minister
having furnished this Government abundant
reason for asking that he be recalled, that course
WAS pursued, and his successor has lately been re-
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04
RELATIONS WITH FRANCE.
Negotiations i'm the Waller Case Not
Satisfactorily Concluded.

The customary cordial relations between this
country and France have been undIsturbed, with
the exception that full explanation of the treat
ment of John L. Waller by the expedit ionary
military authorities of France still remains to be
given Mr.. Waller, formerly United States Consul
at Tamatave, remained in Madagascar, his term of
Office expired, and was apparently successful in
procuring business concessions from the Hovas of
greater or less value. After the occupation of
Tamatave and the declaration of martial law by
the French he was arrested upon various charges
among them that OF communicating military in
formation to the enemies of France was tried and
convicted by military tribunal and sentenced to
thirty years Imprisonment. Following the course
justified by abundant presidents, this Government
requested from that OF France the record Of the
proceedings OF the French tribunal which resulted
in Mr.. Walters condemnation.
This request has been complied with to the ex-
tent OF supplying copy of the official record from
which appear the constitution aid organization of
the court, the charges as formulated and the gem
era! course and result of the trial and by which
is shown that the accused was tried In open court
and was defended by counsel. But the evidence
adduced in support of the charges which was not
received by the French Minister for Foreign
Affairs till the first week in October has thus far
been withheld the French Government taking the
ground that its production in response 20 our de-
mand would establish bad precedent. The
efforts of our ambassador to procure it, however
though impeded by recent changes in the French
Ministry, have not been relaxed, and it is conf
deity expected that some satisfactory solution OF
the matter will shortly he reached
Meanwhile, it appears that Mr.. walters con-
fnement has every alienation which the state of
his health and all the other crcumsi ances of the
case demand or permit. In agreeable contrast TO
the difference above noted respecting matter of
common concern, where nothing Is sought except
such mutually satisfactory outcome as the true
merl OF the case require is the recent resolution
IL the French Chambers favoring the conclusion of
apermanent treaty of arbitration between the two
countries.
A n Invitation has been extended by France to
ne Government and people of the United states
10 participate In great International exposition
ms the world's marvellous, century of progress.
heartily recommend its acceptance, together with
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04
TANGLED STATE OF FINANCES.
1t Has Not Been Relieved by Free
Quent Bond Issues.

As we turn from q review OF our foreign rela-
lions to the contemplation Of our National finan-
cial situation we are Immediately aware that we
approach a subject of domestic concern more i'm
portant than any other that can engage our atten-
ton and one at present in such perplexing and
delicate predicament as to require prompt and
wise treatment.
We may be we'll encouraged to earnest effort in
this direction when we recall the steps already
taken toward improving our economic and finan-
cial situation and when we appreciate how well
the way has been prepared for further progress by
an aroused and intelligent popular interest in these
subjects. BY commands OF the people q customs
revenue system, designed for the protection and
benefit OF favored classes at the expense of the
great mass OF our countrymen, and which, while
inefficient for the purpose of revenue cur
tailed our trade relations and impeded our
entrance to the markets Of the world
has been superseded by a tariff policy which in
principle is based upon denial of the rights
OF the Government to obstruct the avenues to our
peoples cheap living lessen their comfort a nd
contentment for the sake Of according especial ad
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04
THE BULLYING OF NICARAGUA.
Intervention of This Government
Was Duly Appreciated.

In last years message narrated at some length
the jursdictiona questions then freshly arisen In
the Mosquito Indian strip Of Nicaragua. Since
that time, by the voluntary act OF the Mosquito
Nation, the territory reserved to them has been
incorporated with Nicaragua, the indians formally
subiecting themselves to be governed by the gen.
eral laws and regulations OF the republic instead OF
by their own customs ard regulations, and thus
awaiting themselves OF privilege secured to them
by the treaty between Nicaragua and Great Brit
ain OF January %, 1860. After this extension of
uniform Nicaraguan administration TO the Mos
quito strip the case of British Vice-Consul Hatch,
and of several OF his countrym en- who had been
summary expelled from Nicaragua and treated
with considerable indignity, provoked claim by
Great Britain upon Nicaragua for pecuniary in
demnity which, upon Nicaraguas refusal to admit
liability, enforced by Great Britain. While the
sovereignty and jurisdiction OF Nicaragua in
way ques Toned by Great Britain the formers arbi-
trary condgct in regard 10 British subjects furnished
the grour0 Cor this proceeding.
British naval force occupied, without resist
ance, the Pacific seaport OF COrnto, but soon
after withdrawn upon the promise that the sum
demanded would be paid. Throughout this incl
dent the kindly offices of the United States were
invoked and were employed in favor of as peace
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04

fords opportunity to acquire measure of familiar
ity with the condition of affairs, and viii enable
US to take suitable steps for the protection of any
interests OF our countrymen within reach of our
SHIPS that might be found imperiled. The Otto
man Government has lately issued an imperial
edct exempting forever from taxation the Ameri-
can college for girls at Scutari. Repeated assur-
ances have also been obtained by envoy at
Constantinople that similar institutions MAIN
talned and administered by our countrymen shall
De secured in the enjoyment of ell rights and
our citizens throughout the empire shall be pro-
tocted.
The Government, however, in view OF existing
facs is FAR from relying upon such assurance the
limit OF its duty. Our Minister has been vigilant
and alert in affordng all possible protection in in
was imperiled. We have sent ships as far toward
the points of actual disturbance ii is possible for
them TO go, where they offer refuge to those OBJ
llged to flee, and we have the promise of other
powers which have ships in the neighborhood that
protected on board those ships. On the demand of
our Mnis er orders have been issued by the Sultan
that Turkish soldiers shall guard and escort to the
coast American refugees
These orders have been carried out, and our
latest intelligence gives assurance of the present
personal safety OF our citizens and missionaries.
Though thus far no lives of American citizens have
been sacrificed there can be doubt that serious
loss and destruction OF mission property has re-
suited from riotous conflicts and outrageous
tackS. BY treaty several of the most powerful
European powers have secured right and have
assumed duty not only in behalf of their own cit
lzens and in furtherance OF their own interests,
but assagents of the Christian world.
Their right is TO enforce such conduct of the
turkish government as VIII restrain fanatical bru-
taity, and II this fails their duty is interfere
as to Insure against such dreadful occurrences in
Turkey as Rave lately shocked civilization The
powers declare this right and this duty be tn ers
alone, and 1t Is earnestly hoped that prompt and
effective action on their part will not be delayed.
Erzengan and Harpoot. for which appropriation
WAS made last session. have been provis .onally
filed by trusted employees of the Department of
state These nppcintees, though now in Turkey,
have not yet received their exequaturs.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04
COLONIZATION IN MEXICO.
Assistance Rendered Unfortunate
Negroes from Alabama.

As sequence OF the failure of a scheme for the
colonization in Mexico of negroes. mostly emf
grants from Alabama under contract, great num-
Der OF these helpless and suffering people starving
and smitten with contagious disease, made their
way were assisted to the frontier in q wretched
plight and were quarantined by the Texas authori-
ties. Learning OF their destitute condition, 1 di-
rected raIions 10 be temporarily furnished them
through the War Department. AT the expiration
OF their quarantine, they were conveyed by the
railway company, at com paraivey nominal rates
TO their homes III Alabama, upon my assurance in
the absence Of any fund available for the cost of
their transportation that l would recommend to
Congress an appropriation for its payment. / now
strongly urge upon Congress the proprety of max
ing such an appropriation. 1t should be remem.
bered the measures taken were dictated not only
by sympathy and humanity, but by conviction
that 1t was not compatible with the dignity Of
this Government that so large q body OF dependent
citizens should be thrown for relief upon the char
ity of neighboring State.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04
CONTROL OF SAMOAN ISLANDS.
Treaty Obligations That Are Irksome
and Unnatural.

In my last two annual messages / called the
attention of Congress to the position occupied
as one of the parties TO treaty or agreement by
which we became jointly bound with England and
Germany to so interfere with the government and
control of Samoa in effect, 10 assume the man.
agement of its affairs on the 9th day of May,
sage. with accompanying documents, giving in
formation the subject and emphasizing the
opinion have at all times entertained that our
situation in this matter inconsistent with the
mission and traditions of our Government, in vio-
latiOn OF the principles we profess and in all its
phases mischievous and yeXatous | again press
this subject upon the attention of Congress, and
ask for such legislative action or expression as Will
lead the way to RELIEF from obligations both
rksome and unnatural.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04
ARGENTlNE-BRAZ BOUNDARY.
Settlement of the Dispute Through
Friendly Arbitration.

The MISSIONS boundary dispute between the Ar
gentine republic and Brazil, referred TO the Pres-
dent Of the United States as arbitrator during the
term.of my predecessor, and which was submitted
10 me for determination, resulted in an award in
favor OF Brazil upon the historical and documen-
tary evidence presented thus ending long, pro
tracted controversy, and again demonstrating the
wisdom and desrablity of settling International
boundary disputes by recourse to friendly arbitra
ton. Negotiations progressing for a revival of
the United States and Chilean claims commission
whose work was abruptly terminated last year by
the expiration of the stipulated time within which
terms could lie made.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04
TRADE WITH ARGENTINE.
1t is Claimed That a Low Tariff In
creased Exports.

BY mandatory tariff legislation in January last
the Argentine Republic, recognizing the value OF
the large market opened the free importation of
its woods under our last tariff act. has admitted
certain products OF the United states 10 entry at
reduced duties. 1t is pleasing to note that the
efforts we have made to enlarge the exchanges OF
trade on sound basis OF mutual benefit are In this
instance appreciated by the country from which
our wooden factories drew their needful supply OF
raw material
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04
GUATEMALA AND MEXICO.
The Dispute to Be Settled Peacefully
By Arbitration.

The boundary dispute which recently threatened
to embroil Guatemala ana Mexico has happily
yielded to pacific counses, and Its determination
has by the Joint agreement Of the parties been sub
mited to the sole arbitration of the United States
Minister to Mexico.
The commission appointed under the convention
OF February Is, 1883, to set new monuments along
the boundary between the United States and Mex.
leo has completed the task.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04
CAUSED A DECIDED RUPTURE.
Attempt to Arbitrate Venezuelan
COmpany's Claim.

The arbitration OF the claim OF the Vene-
zuela Steam Transportation Company uD-
der the treaty of January 10, 1892, be-
tween the United States and Venezuela
resulted in award il favor of the claimant.
The Government has used its good offices toward
composing the differences between Venezuela on
the one hand and France and Belgium on the
other, growing out of the dismissal of the repre-
sentatives Of those powers on the ground OF pub
LEGATION deemed offensive to Venezuela. Although
that dismissal was coupled with a cordial request
that other more personally agreeable ENJOYS be
sent in their stead rupture of intercourse ensued
and still continues.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04
AS TO JAPAN'S GREATNESS,
This Country Congratulated on the
Friendly Relations.

Japan has furnished abundant evidence Of her
vast gain in every trait and characteristic that
constitutes a nations greatness. We have reason
for congratulations in the fact that the Govern
ment OF the United Stntes, by the exchange of lib
eral treaty stipulations with the new Japan was
the first to recognize her wonderful advance and TO
extend 10 her the consideration and confidence due
her national enlightenment and progressive
character
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04
SPECIE PAYMENTS BY CHILE.
Considered a Step OF Great Import
anCe and Interest.

The resumption OF specie payments by Chile is a
step OF great interest ana importance, both in its
direct consequences upon her own welfare and as
evIncing the ascendency of sound financial princ-
pies in one OF the most influential OF the South
American republics.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04
Free Coinage of Silver Boldly Opposed the Bellgerency
of Cubans Dodged and Feeble Utterances Re-
atng to the Monroe Doctrine.

full settlement and such consideration and in
diligence toward Nicaragua as were consistent
with the nature Of the case. The EFFORTS have
since been made the subject of appreciative and
grateful recognition by Nicaragua.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04
Chief Feature Recommendation Financial Tange
United by the Retirement of Greenbacks and
of More Bonds.

such legislation as will adequately provide for q
due representation OF this Government and its
people on the occasion.
The San Francisco call. [volume] (San Francisco [Calif.]) 1895-1913, 1895-12-04
VENEZUELA AND ENGLAND.
Impartial Arbitration Should Settle
the Boundary Dispute.

1t being apparent that the boundary dispute be-
tween Great Britain and the republic OF Venezuela
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1895-09-15

AS the school year opens, attention Is directed 10
the oft-repeated advice OF Leading educators
warning teachers. parents ana scholars against
the fearful results Of exhaustive brain work
among young people.
To thousands OF girls and boys unherNeu oy the
strain OF school life, Paine's celery COMPOUND
(Which was first prescribed by Americas greatest
teacher. Prof Edward z. Phelps, NJ. D.. LII D. or
Dartmouth College, has been blessing. making
them well and strong feeding the brain ana
nerves and enriching and purifying the blood.
The recent recommendation Of Pa.nes celery
compound by Principal Camp, Of NeW-HaFeh, anu
comedies nv ex-President Cook Of the National
Teachers Association. are two of the thousahuS
of such testimonials from parents ana teachers
throughout the country.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1895-09-15
BRONSON PECK

Bronson Peck we-known business man. died
yesterday at his home, ~. Is West Thrty-fourth-
st. after a short Illness Mr.. Peck had been suf
fering for nearly months from the effects Of
an accident received about two months ago bu,
his life was not thought to be In danger until about
a week ago Mr.. Peck born in NeN-York
City on Angus; "a. 1851. He received his educa-
ton at the University Of the City Of New-York and
In 1870 when nineteen years ODD ne went to chi
cago There he for some time connected with
the packing house of Armour a. 60. He left Chi
cagO in 1875. and Europe. where for three
years he represented various American interest rs
Returning TO this country in 1873. H. became assoc
cated with n. Il. HOns & Co. No l. Wall-st
with which firm he continued until his death
While in Chicago Mr.. Peck helped TO organize
the Chicago Literary Club which Is to-day the lead
ing literary club Of that city. In Newyork he
was a member OF the Reform and Racquet clubs.
MIR Peck had been prominently Identified with
literary interests during his life in New-york and
elsewhere. Although man who has taken
prominent place In public affairs he enjoyed an
exceptionally large acquaintance among people Of
kindred tastes
The funeral will be held In Grace Church Chantry.
Broadway and feminist. on Monday morning The
burial Will be at Exeter. y. II