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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
LEADERS. But NOT BOSSES.

To the Editor OF The Tribune
Sir: There are thousands OF Republicans in the
rural portions OF the State who believe in the ne
ccssity and utility OF party leaders. but who are
opposed 10 bosses-to the men who manipulate eau
cuses and conventions 10 obtain control OF partisan
patronage They with The Tribune In It's oppo-
stlon TO the bossism OF Thomas c. Platt. not Tor
personal reasons. but because bossism Is curtail-
n.cat and restriction Of free partisan expression.
Why hold a Republican State Convention on Marcn
"a, Why not let Mr.. Plat appoint the four dele.
gates 10 the National Republican Convention tnat
he mas selected land who viii be appointed at ms
fl.tatouj and the expense Incidental 10 the
delegates attending the convention? "A an EXPIRES
sion OF the Republican party. the last state conven-
lion was fairly good but the method was extremely
obiec;ionable and under less favorable conditions
the success OF the ticket would nave pcen
hazaried There Is scarcely any personal objection
10 Governor Morton d candidate Tor PRESIDENT
but shoull he or any other man, be placed IN nom
InAtion subject to the domination OF Mr. PIatt, or
any other boss after election there Will be an ex-
,rnsive Republican revolt against the ticket when
liz ''''' ~ MAX KRUGER.
Brockport. y. Y. Feb. II, 1886
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
FORTY PERSONS DROWNED.


THE STEAMER PEARL CAPSIZES IN THE BHisBANE
RIVER QUEENSLAND. AFTER BEING ALMOST
CIT IN TWO BY THE CABLE CHAINS
OF THE LUCINDA.
brisbane. Queensland Feb. l3.-The steamer PEARL
having on board about eighty persons, met with a
neculiar Incident to-day that resulted In the death
~ forty persons The Brisban River has been
greatly swollen by heavy rains that have fallen
lately and the current is running very strong Inc
pearl was not powerful enough to stem the current
ond was swung broadsde on and carried down the
river . . 49,.
Before she could get way enough on 10 carry her
90, ~ danger she was swung athwart the cable
o,a,ns OF he Lucinda which was lying at anchor
In the stream - -. 49,,
The Pearl struck the chains with such force that
- mas almost completely cut In two Ihen the
s turned her over and she sank belore si.
-, down however. a vast volume OF steam wa !,
WI ascending from her, and IT was afterwhru
,a,red that her steam pipes mac peen pIohe,i.
49,, "a, ~ those on her lower deck were iata'iy
Ma i5aa uhiie forty were drowned. .
r. ,vork of rescung the survivors was extremely
a,tscn,, as they were carried seawarh win grea.
o'dItv nv the hood. Thousands gathered ABOUT
"a scene of the disaster, and there were many
ractng scenes as the living and dead were Drought
ashore. Some OF the bodies Will never De recovered
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
. THE QUESTION OF WATER SUPPLY.
LAKE GEORGE A. A SOURCE FOR ALI. THE HUI
son RIVER CITIES.

LAKE GEORGE A. A SOURCE FOR ALL THE HuD-
son RIVER CITIES.
To the Editor Of The Tribune.
Sir: Your editorial article OF this date about
"Our Future Water supply" is OF especial interest
not only 10 New-York CRY and Brooklyn but TO
all the cities and large towns OF the Upper Hudson
The cities Of Albany, Troy and CohOes have been
for several years studying different plans that have
been suggested. not only to increase their water
supply. but TO improve the quality also. The VII
lagos Of West Troy. Green Island. Lans.ngburg and
Waterford were confronted last summer with
water famine; besides which large percentage If
their population was made sick by the Of the
present water supply.
Now that this question is becoming OF paramount
interest TO the several municipalities mentioned. any
suggestions that may help to solve this pr3blaia
r White inclincs 20 the Delaware as a source OF
supply for NeW-NOr and Brooklyn, but, IN view
II the fact that nearly all the cities ana villages OF
supply could not "A plan be perfected to make Lake
George source OF ADDITIONAL supply i2r every own
ciuded?
the engineering part Of this plan would not pre-
sent serious obstacles. but the cost % constructor
and maintenance OF such system would be grea;
and It's adjustment complicated However. II seems
that a Water Board. INCORPORATED under tle laws
OF the STATE the members 10 be chosen by the Com
mon Councils. or Boards o. Trustees OF the cites
a manner az TO Impose upon each municipality only
iis proper share OF respons billy and disbursement
water supply. as advocated by Mr.. White.
We hay. now commission. appointed by sioHeI-
nor Morton. 20 study the several problems Affecting
municipal reforms: % the commissioners. Pro-
i.rsor pascOm Greene. is an engineer OF distinction
who has already given much attention u this ques
ton u water supply and good results might be OBJ
tanned n this commission should take the matter
under consideration. With Lake George as q stor-
age reservoir for the titles bordering the Hudson
RIVER. an ample supply u pure Tafef HrT IVY ~
oh a
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
SWELL THE RELIEF FUND.

To the Editor OF The Tribune.
s,r. Reading in your issue OF to-day the article
on the fourth page called The Black Hole. leads
mo TO write the following: There are men, ana
probably women. in NewYork. eating ana drinking
yea. eating too much and drinking too mueh-"ho
read the daily papers and will not read the Aruces
on Arm.nia because forsooth. the details make
them feel too bad And they have not d 70
give II you ask them for II. much less 10 give WIZ
unfairly. g., - ...., ,.b,
If such and all others might be arOusei why
might not III. thousands reach 10 the Inliiiohs OF
do1ars lin The Relief Committee say, we nave
enough" II may be done; why mott ha' a s,G'!
New-York city, NJ H. 'Oii->'O.''
New-York, Fet. I. 1876
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
SELECTIONS FROM THE MAIL.
PLEA FOR COAST DEFENCEs.
LESSON DRAWN FROM THE FAMOUS LETTER OF
SAMUEL. j. TILDEN.


To The Editor OF The Tribune
Sir: The anniversary OF the birth OF Samuel j.
Tden the 9Th day OF February fttingly recalls
his famous coast-defence letter OF December. 1885,
In which he says:
1T is impossible to foresee the recen; scramble
OF the European Powers for acquisition Of colonies
how occasion may arise for our putting in
practice the Monroe Doctrine II is clear that there
ought to be relation between our assertion OF
that doctrine and our preparation to maintain It,
He then characterizes "our total want Of prepara-
ton" "dscreditable TO our foresight and TO our
prudence and continues: The best guarantee
against aggression the best assurance that our
diplomacy will be successful and pacific, and that
rights and honor will be respected by other
nations. Is In their knowledge that We are In a
situation TO vndicate our reputation and Interests
Although Mr.. Tilden's appeal was received with
universal appreciation the full force OF his pre-
vision and Craftsmanship was not appreciated until
recent developments made the question OF coast de-
fences vital and Imminent issue We were sud
denly confronted with the menace Of war. and were
made TO realize the necessity for immediate action
sary defences. IL appears. however, that with re-
assuring signs OF peace there Is danger that the
plan OF defensive preparation may be dropped
siren voice is heard bidding u.s. In the name or
TO abandon these contemplated works OF sen-pres-
ervat.on.
been greatly moihed. much by change OF
heart q by stress OF threatening European cond-
lions We cannot always hope to escape the caiam-
ious conflicts Of war thus easily IL we would pre-,
serve tn. heritage o. freedom and the integrity OF
our institutions. must be prepared 10 DEFEND
them Now is the time. when tie attempted assault
upon the Monroe Doctrine Is fresh IN our memo
struction Of seacoast defences at once and no, to
rest until the work Is completed Nothing can bet
people than the security Afforded to fe and prop
erty by an ample system OF fQrtihcaiions
let us heed the patriotic voice OF Mr. Iilden and
move Congress to perf9rmanTe OF It's duty
Nevyork Feb 6 ls-;
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
TERMS TO THE ZEITOUNLIS.

voREIGN LEADERS MUST BE EXPELLED. But THE
DISTRICT SHALL HAVE CHRISTIAN
GOVERNOR.
Constantinople Feb. 13-The terms Of the amnesty
granted by the Porte 10 the inhabitants OF Zeitoun
are announced All who were engaged In the rising
there which resulted in the capture Of the town by
the Armenians pardoned except the foreign
leaders of the outbreak. who are expelled from
Turkey Christians and Mosems alike are required
10 surrender their rifles. .
The Ze!tounlis are not required TO rebuild me
Armenians nor are they obliged TO pay their ar
rcars of taxes. 1t Is further stipulated by the
Porte that henceforth Zeitoun shall have Chris
uan Governor.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
ILLINOIS FOR MhINLEY IF NEEDED.
HER FORTY EIGHT VOTES TO BE HELD FOR THE
OHIOAN-LEw WALLACE FOR THE
PROTECTION STATESMAN

Chicago. Feb 3-Major Mckinley and his party
returned 10 ono tonight. II is reported that he
held a secret conference during the evening with
Chairman Jameson OF the Illinois Central Com
mlttee John Tanner. the machines candidate for
Governor and Alderman Madden. who represent IS
the Chicago Republican machine. and that the ono
CATION would be uunstructed the forty eight votes
would be cast FOR him II they would secure MS
nomination 4 telegram from General Lew Wallace
was announced to-day The Indiana author and
soldier who IL said TO be near 10 benjamin liar
rison as any Of his Indiana friends. says
Il OF those W.O think IL highly needfu
that have now battle TO nn.sh. without
guile or eauiVOcatiOn between the forces OF Tree
trade and the forces friendly 10 protection OF Amer
lean la Dor and industries Therefore ! am for Nc
Kfpie
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
NFIV BLOOD N THE WHEELING AND ERIE.

Massillon Ohio Feb l3.-The Wheeling and Lake
Erie Railway has reorganized. with A. G. Blair as
presiis mt and Tom L. Johnson, Of Cleveland as one
Of the new directors The reorganization Is thought TO
mean that the long contemplated plan OF securing
an nle, into Cleveland and Lorain Will be under;
taken Another theory advanced by local railroad
ofIclals is that Tom L. Johnson's election TO the
directory Of the Wheeling and Lake Erie points 20
tho transfer Of the Carnegie or some other iron IN
terest from Plttsburg to Huron
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
THE LUGRIN MANUSCRIPT WORTHLESS.
1T IS ONLY A TRANSLATION OF A WORK WHICH
THE VENEZI ELAN COMMISSION

ALREADY POSSESSES
Washington. Feb. l3.-The Venezuelan Commission
has been devoting considerable attention for the
las, week 10 Dutch authorities bearing on tho boun-
dairy dispute and has become satisfied that the
Lugrin manuscript. discovered IN Seattle and for
warded by Sir Julian Pauncefote TO Lord Salisbury
several days ago. IL nothing but translation o.
Hartsncks history Of the Netherlands settlements
in Guiana. and therefore yalueless to the Commls-
sion which possesses copy OF HartslncK IN IN"
original Dutch. The LuRrin manuscript is not inc
only document offered to the Commission when mas
been found worthless. and while there - no d,sir,
TO discourage the possessors OF valuable maps ana
data from Offering them, Il Is said that the commits
sion does not intend 70 pay exorhtant amounts TOT
such matter the official records IN possession o
various governments will BE- apt TO supply al needed
evidence ., ,.
The Commission has appointed Perry Allen assist
art secretary. to have charge OF rs clerical force
Mr. Allen was formerly in the state Department.
and recently private secretary 10 Justice Harlan.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
JoHy RUSSELL YOUNG SERIOUSLY I'LL.

Philadelphia. Feb l3-John Russell Young. Tor
,perlv Minister 10 China. is seriously i'll at his home
here When Mr. Young returned to his home last
Monday after trip 70 Mexico he was suffering Tlig
with a severe cold, which has since developed INTO
ouinsy accompanied BY nervous prosiration. Mr.
Young's physician was In attendance on tne SICK Hsl
man three times to-day. but said that while Mt.
Youngs condition was serious. there was no imme-
|~~~~s
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
LAID AT RUssIA'S DOOR.

THE CAR SHOWN TO BE RESPONSIBLE BY MAIN
TANNING THE BALANCE or POWER AND
USING 1T TO THE DETRIMENT OF
THE ARMENIANs
London. Feb IA blue book on Armenia. ssued
by the Government this afternoon shows that Rus
sta from the very first refused to cooperate with
the Powers in exering pressure upon Turkey In
behalf OF the Armenians and also declined 10 use
force direction herself fearing that thereby
she would assist the aim OF the Armenian revo-
utonary committees. the Establishment Of an indie
pendent Armenia. which Russia would never to-
crate.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14

been cast for every candidate OF the Republican
party since l became voter. with one exception.
and that in the Greeley campaign OF lS2 Inc
Tribune i making great fight against Pattism.
but TO be aim )st hopeless. For one, favor
the organization OF ant-machlne Republican
party all the State and the nomna ton OF can
ddates in every county and for State officers even
II suffer defeat until the Plat gang Is driven
into the Democrat, party. where 1t belongs. Let
Senator's and Assemblymen at Albany heed the
warning they Will hear something drop in Kings
County next November. A II. ).
Brooklyn. Jan - 1870.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
RICH COM STRIKE AT RAINY LAKE.

Rainy Lake Mimi Feb. l3.-The latest report
from the Foley property at Shoal Lake Is that two
shafts or two separate veins are now down over
one hundred and sixty feet and that both veins con-
time to get stronger and richer depth Is attained
4 vein that was less than three feet wide Oh the
surface is five feet wide, and the ore taken
out Al this depth IL filled with nuggets OF free gold
While Cripple Creek assays from so 10 80 ton
on the surface. Rainy Lake quartz assays from $40
O.t m
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
ONE EFFECT OF WEYLER'S PRESENCE.
SMALL TOWNS LETT rNPRoTECTED-THE IN
TERROR OF PINiR DEL RIO SAID TO he AT

TERROR OF PlNAR DEL RIO SAID 10 hf Al
THE MERCY OF THE REBELS.
Batabano Feb Z. via Tampa. Fla. Feb &-Gen-
eral Martinez Camposs policy OF protecting the
towns was wise and humane. The whole situation
there is aggravated by the absence Of troops VINO
have been concentrated push Maceo TO the wall.
Maceos troops in foraging for his army. seize al.
the food products and cate They VIII not allow
farmhands 10 til, the sol Hence there are no
vegetable of any kind. The rebels do just as they
please looting towns stores and residences y
thousand troops would insur" OTGer ana saieSuafu
the proprieiors and tenants.
In San Juan MARTINEZ the reb-l cnici. Narona,
has issued orders his 10 seize al. the tobacco
in the warehouses. He has also issued an impcTa-
tive order to The Inhabitants Of Pinar del RIO 10
gather no tobacco. except for their own smoking
This action is severe bow to one OF CUbas chiei
industries Plnar del Rio being the famous Nuita
Arriba tobacco district.
The whole Of the interior OF Pinar del Rio or
Western Cuba from near Havana TO Cape san An
tonic is completely at the mercy OF the reheIs
Maceo and his following kept advised Of every
move OF the royal troops. The rebels pursue thelr
old policy OF avoiding battle while they contro. ire
interior.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
GENERAL EZETA GIVES UP HOPE AT LAST.
THE EX-PREsIDENT OF SALVADOR WILL SHORTLY
Drrr.pN TO SAN FRANCISCO.

San Francisco Feb l3-According 10 Captain
C.lark NJ the steamer Zealandia. from Panama.
General Antonio Ezeta has at last given up nope OF
being able to again install himself as President OF
salvador and will probably return soon 10 san
Francisco Ezeta boarded the Zeaandia at Panama
inst before she sailed. but Captain Clark would not
allow him to become a passenger az mat might
have made trouble for the captain at each CehUH
American port at which he touched.
The Zealanda took aboard twenty Salvadoreah
exiles at Panama. This fact may have had some +,
hing 10 do with EZeta's visit. coming aboard
he entered In conversation with them They were
ali his friends but appeared TO- be In no condi,p1h
financially to aid their deposed chiei lheS 'e' 'io
steamer at Corinto
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
rpAcMENrs OF FOREIGN NEWS.

,,a Feb 13-Monsignor Averaradi. Bishop OF
d"sms the newly appointed Apostolic Delegate 10
Me,ico will sail on Tuesday next for New ork' {"
route to his field Of labor
OTTAWA Ont Feb l3.-The Hon. W. ~ Montague
,,.sirIon Minister of Agriculture. left to-day TOT
tDniand 10 recover his falling health.
Ct Johns. n. b.. Feb. l3-The coldorook ho, hn
;.rsd nv the bursting Of a large nywhee walch new
IN ali directions Engineer O'Bren was seriously III
. az u ia several workmen had narrow escapeA
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
CAPTAIN GENERAL WEYLER DIsGUsTED.

HE SAYS HE WILL REMEDY THE BAD CONDITION
OF AFFAIRS THAT HE FINDS IN Cuba.
Madrid. Feb ia dispatch to the 'lmpa rcal
from Havana gives a report of an interview with
Captain General Weyler in which he expresses win
great emphasis his disgust the condition of affairs
which he found upon his arrival in Cuba
With the enemy on.y nine miles from the capital,
the courage Of the Spanish dropping, the army us7
lessly spill, up into small sections and powerful
force of cavalry scattered into minute detachments'
things he said. could not have been much worse.
General VIEWER declared that while he might meet
with momentary difficulties, he would neVertheiess
conquer by constant work and ctaseless acuNt!.
II was his intention he said. 20 close up the IN
fantry corps with renforcements from spain and
TO suppress all the existing small detachmcnts
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
LEAVES FULLY 275 DESCENDANTS.

AN ONTARIO MAN DIES AT THE AGE OF 100 YEARS.
HIS WIDOW OVER 30.
Cornwall. Ont. Feb. B-Etenne Chatelane' ]"
wears old died near Curren yesterday He caves a
widow over 80 years OF The old coupe hai
been married over seventy years ana IL - sai that
there are fully 275 descendants
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
KANGAROO HUNTS on BICYCLES.

From London Tit-Bits.
our Australian cousins are now using bicyces TOT
quite a novel purpose. In some districts tne KAN
rtroos do much mischief. and the local AUTHORITIES
nav scalp money for all heads secured by hunters
\ large number Of bicycles are used In the chase
Armed with rifles the shooters are able TO encircle
the escaping nock and can bring down many a
kangaroo By their noiseless approach
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
TO MEET on WASHINGTONS BIRTHDAY.
CHILDREN OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION TO
HOLD THEIR FIRST MEETING AT THE


The first meeting OF the Washington Heights So
cieiy, children OF the American Revolution. VIII be
held at Earle Clin, Washington Heights on Satur-
day afternoon. February %, at o'clock. An effort
il being made by the president OF the society. Mrs
Ferdinand Pinney Earle. and the secretary, Victor
De Ia Montague Earle to organize and Increase the
membership OF the society from the children OF the
members OF the Sons OF the American Revolution
and kindred societies Children OF both sexes. from
birth TO eighteen years old. for girls. and twenty.
years for boys may join this society. provided
tey descend direct line from patriotic ancestors
who helped TO plant or 10 perpetuate this country IN
the Colonies IN the Revolutionary war or In any
other way. The meeting will have the sanction and
aid OF the National Society in Washington. and
every effort Will be- made to make the meetings at
tractiVe to the members.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
DID NOT APPEAL TO GERMANY
THAT KRUGER ASKED FOR INTERVIEW
TON DENIED BY Won BIEBERsTEIN.

GOOD RELATIONS WITH THE BRITISH MINISTRY
HAD NOT ONCE BEEN INTERRUPTED. HE
sAYs-woULD DEMAND FOR GERMANY
THE ENGLISH FREEDOM OF En-
pREssIoN-HERR BEBEI. CON
DENNIS THE KAIsERs LET
TER TO THE PREsI-
DENT OF THE
TRANsvAAI.
Berlin Feb. 13.-In presenting the Foreign Oi-
fee estimates in the Reichstag to-day, Freiherr
Marshall Won Bebersten. Minister OF Foreign
Anairs declared that nothing had happened TO
Justify an outbreak of Indignation on the part OF
the British public The good relations existing
between the Ministries Of Germany and Great
Britain he said had not for moment been IN
terrupted.
1t was not true. he continued, that President
Kruser. Of the South African Republic had APP
pealed to Germany to intervene. Germany mad
only protected her interests in the Transvaai
under the commercial treaty negotiated In 1900.
He would not attempt to argue against Enghsh
nublic opinion he said and he would equally
avoid ANYTHING calculated TO pour oil upon the
fire. but he declared. he would demand the same
right OF free expression of the feeling Of the people
OF Germany as England VIE - freely-the right
70 express the anti-German feeling OF the people
81 Great Britain. This declaration was received
With prolonged cheers.
DR.. Hammacher expressed his thanks that the
Government had not identified itself with the ran
tastic increase Of the navy which had been sus-
gested.
Herren Lieber and Won KsrdorT gave expression
Of thanks 10 the Government for Its firm foreign
policy
Herr Richter declared that harmony between
England and Germany meant peace throughout
the world War. ne said. would work serious
damage to Germany. but II would be disastrous
10 England in India. in the Bosphorus ana III
Egypt. ,s 49,, oar,,u
Herr Bebel Socialist, condemned the congratu.
latory telegram sent by the Emperor 10 PRESIDENT
Kruger of the South African Republic whlcn ne
said had Justly aroused the Indignation OF Eng
land II the case had been one involving France
or Russia instead Of England. he declared the
message would never have been sent. II such d
policy were vsntured upon. he predicted that Ger
many would some day be awakened by uiIe
ratastrophe He then proceeded to aitacK the
policy Of Germany in the East
A VOLUNTEER CORPS FOR JOHANNESBu R''
Johannesburg Feb l3.-"The Oficial journal pun
i,she. an advertisement inviting the men VINO acteo
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1896-02-14
THE PARIS SINKS A STEAMER.
HER MAJESTY GETS N THE WAY OF THE AMERI
CAN LINERS RrDpER AND Gors ~
TILE NUTIDM

Southampton Feb i3-The American Line
steamer Paris from New-York February D. sunk
the loca. steamer Her Majesty while docking here
this morning A. the Paris swung around her
rueder struck the sfn1 Ter vessel. sending her 10
the bottom. The Paris sustained no dafnhg". All
on board the Her Majesty were saved.
The officials of the American Line, when seen
yesterday afternoon. confirmed the report that the
Paris had been involved IN a collision at South
ampton yesterday morning Nic'-President j. A
WRIGHT produced a telegram which said that the
Paris had had a collision with the local steamship
Her Majesty. owing TO the disarrangement O! the
signris running from the bridge to the engine room
and that Her Majesty had been sunk Mr.. wright
said he understood that the loca. s;eanHhip had
been sunk bat was positive that the Paris had sus-
talned NJ damage. Mr.. Wright said that further
than this he had Information to give on TIE
subject FOR publication.