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The herald., 1898-06-05
AS THEY LIKE IT

Republican leaders are elated over the
prospect, daily becoming brighter and
more tangible, that the new issues grow
ing out of the war will bury out of sight
the questions of free silver coinage, upon
which the congressional elections of this
all minor problems. There is basis for
their hopes.
The problems are arising, without the
employment of any extraneous efforts
upon the part of anybody They are the
natural and inevitable outgrowth of the,
war. They are of the gravest import
ance. and upon their wise settlement
hangs the destiny Of the nation. 1t were
better if their final solution could be post
poned until the people should have had
opportunity for studying them. But the
probabilities are they will press for quick
solution. They comprehend our future
policy regarding the acquisition of terri
tory beyond our traditional continental
boundary, and the government of the
newly acquired domains; the enlargement
Of our sea power for its protection; the in
crease of our standing army; the expan-
sion of our commerce; the building up of
our merchant marine; the strengthening
of coast defenses; the construction of the,
Nicaraguan canal; the acquisition of coal
Ing stations. the laying of cables, the
deepening of harbors the creation Of a
trained civil list. and a score of other new
and unsolved problems. inseparable from
the proposed departure from traditional
policies of past unique isolation as ma :
tion.
The domestic money problem loses none
Of its Importance by the introduction of
these new questions. But because of
the urgency with which they will be
pressed forward by the party which hopes
to profit by the subordination of the sill
yer question-a party which, being in
almost undisputed possession of all
branches of the government. has the ad-
vantage of the initiative-it is going to
be difficult for the allied free coinage
forces to keep their contention to the front
It can only be done by concentration. II
Is possible only by concerted agreement
TO waive all other demands and to SUBJ
ordinate every other reform issue that
can be safely set aside for future consd-
Grafton.
Democracy stands for much beside free
silver coinage. but its demands for reform
In other directions should be subordi.
mated to the one grand purpose of break.
ing the back Of the money power. This
The herald., 1898-06-05
ALGER WELL ROASTED

The New York Times is a conservative
and reliable newspaper; one that is not
apt to be swayed by prejudice or passion.
1t is thoroughly American in it's princi-
Piles and policy. When such a paper
sharply criticises the official acts of any
member of the present administration it
is pretty safe to assume that there is a
solid reason for it's course.
The Times criticises Secretary Alger's S
management Of the war department since
the hostilities with Spain began very se-
verely. In a recent editorial headed "The
Secretary of War;" the Times says, among
other things:
The plain fact Is that politician of
the caliber Of General Alger is out of
place at the head of the war department
in time of peace. In time of war his in
competency becomes a national danger.
General Alger's own military asso-
citation, which is large part of his po-
litical capital is not with professional
soldiers. 1t is with professional "od
soldiers" to whom a war is mainly in
teresting as basis for pensions.
Nobody in his senses would have
thought of choosing General Alger as q
secretary Of war. in time of war or
in view of war, which Is in itself a
reason for displacing him now that war
has come. But he did mischief even in
time of peace. The duty of preparing
for war in time of peace devolves with
especial urgency upon the secretary of
war. But in place of doing 1t, Secretary
Alger has maintained that there was no
occasion for preparation.
1t is given out that the secretary will
not resign. If this be true, a painful
duty devolves upon the president. The
president considered the feelings Of his
secretary of state until that functionary
had come near to gravely compromising
important foreign relations. Will he con-
slider the feelings of his secretary of war
until his secretary of war has done still
more mischief?
If Los Angeles paper had given utter
ance to the foregoing severe criticisms,
they would have been ascribed to bitter
ness and prejudice on account of Secretary
Alger's position in the San Pedro harbor
matter; but the New York Times cannot
be suspected of that particular bias.
General Alger is woefully incompetent,
but he will not resign. He will allay his
itch for office by holding on to the secreta-
ryship, even if 1t should cost the country
hundreds of millions Of dollars and "a
hundred thousand of her sons. Nor is it
likely that President Mckinley will prove
equal to the occasion by demanding Mr..
Alger's resignation.
The herald., 1898-06-05

graphical location. Reed has the stronger
mind and will. but Mckinley is more facile
and the better politician. He can diplo-
matize and traffic. which Reed has not
the disposition to do.
Reeds position at the present time is
such that he can assist or make trouble.
as he may choose. He is not afraid of re-
sponsibilities, and he is confident in the
correctness of his tactics, and no man is
more skillful and courageous in his own
defense. He may yield something to pres
sure, party harmony and ascendency, butt
is not inclined to submit to dictation.
There is quite too much individuality In
him to be coerced to do what some one
else may lay out for him. Under the rules
of the house he holds dictatorship over
that bQdy-a power which Mckinley
helped to place in his hands, when in the
Fifty-first congress he originated parlia-
mentafy principles not before known in
America. which were embodied in
the rules, and remain as the result of a
radical revolution. Reed is a sort of
SrUtilWe Gil III MS urdAe uR. I1S 10 d Hdios
man to be made an underling Of.
If Reed is opposed to any of MtKinley's
schemes he will resist them stubbornly,
as has already been shown in one or more
instances, more especially in regard to the
annexation Of Hawaii While we do not
speak ex cathedra, We opine that Reed
is, not so in love with McKinley's char
deter that he would submit with aacrity
to his advances, and accept with conf
dence his protestations of passionate re-
gard. Let this be said to his credit,-that
Reed Is almost the only man in the gov
ernment at Washington who has shown
independence of the favors and bandish-
ments Of presidential power. that have
been so plentifully showered upon all who
were susceptible to their influence.
These two gentlemen may meet at an
other Philippi. Reed is far better man
to be at the head of the government in
time of war than Mckinley and in poll
tics is more outspoken and wages a con-
test on more distinct lines.
The herald., 1898-06-05
Immediate Neighbors Friendly

AS enemies at this juncture, both Canada
and Mexico might readily do us great in.
jury without really violating neutral OBJ.
legations. We do not need to take care
that they shall maintain neutrality. They
give us, unasked, the benefit of their moral
support. No higher proof could be afforded
that all past grudges and animosities have
been buried out Of sight. and that only
cordial good will remains.-Philadelphi
Record.
The herald., 1898-06-05
Not Worth the Powder

But, with all kindly regard to the one
nation that has shown that it appreciates
our course and our motives in making an
end of the horrible cruelty and injustice
that lie at our doors. we do not want TO
get into any entagling alliances with any.
body And, though the interests Of the
United States and of England in the far
east are one, we do not wish to spend our
blood and treasure even to keep the open
door to the trade of the orient.-San Fran.
cisco Examiner.
The herald., 1898-06-05
One Unselfish Western Senator

There have been whisperings, that have
risen to growls, of undue influence used by
senators and representatives to secure for
relatives or useful friends some of the
army promotions that have been doled
out wholesale of late. 1t is pleasant to note,
therefore, that when a mere lad, the son
of one of Nebraskas senator's, was pro-
PEELED from the ranks to lieutenancy
the boys father promptly requested the
governor to propel him back again.-New
York Herald
The herald., 1898-06-05
Too Long a Vigil

The San Francisco Argonaut quotes Mrs.
Deland as saying in a recent lecture at
Barnard college, "Old Ben Jonson sat up
all night for the pure delight of reading
'Evelina.' 1" He would have had to "sit up
1H years for that pure delight" as he died
in 1887 and "Evelina' appeared in 177S It
was the Argonaut, more likely than Mrs.
Deland, that confounded DR.. Samuel john
son with rare Ben."-The Critic.
The herald., 1898-06-05
THE HERHLD'S MUSE
Americans Are We

Americans are we
Hoist, hoist our flag, We gallant sons
Of warriors long ago
Unsheath your swords, unsling your guns
Prepare to meet the foe.
AS on their savage hordes we fallt
To conquer or to kill,
That flag, beloved by one and all,
VIII be our standard STILL
Soon will its colors fly unfurled z
Across yon Carib sea,
Procaiming to the listening world
Americans are we!
The northern hero seeks the front y
The gallant southern man
Now proudly hastes to bear the bruift
And lead the battles van.
Their fathers valor, fired again,
Burns in their bosoms still,
And as they shout "Avenge the Mainev
They think of Bunker Hill.
Our glorious fathers sowed the seed
That grew our nations tree
So now in war we're but one creed
Americans are we!
The prestige of hundred years
inspires us in our might
We've got no catiff soul who fearp
To battle for the right.
And when the Spaniards' dark array
In fighting form we see,
Well charge them in the good old way
Americans are we!
JOHN WILSON.
Los Angeles, Nav 81 1898
The herald., 1898-06-05
GOLD IN THE PHILIPPINES

Late consular reports confirm the pres
ence in the Philippines of extensive au-
riferous deposits, and support the theory
that, under favorable conditions, they
may soon and easily be made to contrib
ute largely to the worlds stock of gold.
pelago has been traditionally discouraged
by the Spanish government, and for OBJ
vious reasons. The unambitious and
lazily complacent natives of the islands,
years, have been kept in subsection, with
out much friction. The acquisition of a
large element of foreigners, such as usu-
ally meet with success in exploiting min
Spanish sovereignty. 1t would menace
the peace of the country, as the agrees
siveness of the English miners has men,
aced the peace of the Transvaal. Span
ferent from that of the Brigham Young
hierarchy in Utah, and of the Indians in
Mexico, and those sections of the United
States bordering on the Rio Grande. Sc
curity depended upon being let alone
upon the continuation Of pastoral pur-
suits, and the prevention of population
alluring BOOM Now thousands Of Rocky
mountain and Pacific coast men-more
or less familiar with the practical side of
mining-are soon to find their way into
the war is over and their services shall
be no longer needed. We shall greatly
miss our guess if they do not form the
nucleus of mining boom, that may
eclipse that of the Klondike.
The herald., 1898-06-05
Good Effect of the War

The war with Spain promises to have at
least one good effect-it has frightened
southern farmers into planting food crops,
instead of all cotton crops. as heretofore.
Reports from every section Of the south
indicate that the acreage of corn, oats,
wheat. potatoes, etc, Is larger than was
ever known before, while more attention
is being paid to raising cattle and hogs,
In many sections, it is said, farmers have
actually plowed up portion of their cot,
ton crop and put in corn instead.-JacksonA
vile (Fla.) Enterprise.
The herald., 1898-06-05
UNCLE SANS NAVY
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and the complete set can now be had
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Those desiring complete sets should
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Of the numbers is very limited.
Portfolio No. 9 comprises some Of the
most interesting and exciting Views ever
taken hy;camsEa or sketched by pen, in
oluding . double page ILLUSTRATION Of a
naval engagement between the fleets of
America and Spain, representing the
greatest battleshipa. torpedo boats, tor
pedoes, and torpedo boat destroyers of
both nations in furious combat.
The herald., 1898-06-05
Japan's Colonial Experience

Japan's experience in territorial ag-
grandizement as far as she has got is no.
of the sort to induce a hankering after
more. According to C. Kadono, the head
of large mercantile house in Japan, the
acquisition of Formosa is an experiment
that is costing $6,OOO,0OO a year and bring
ing in no revenue in return. Japan has all
she can attend to in that island without
casting covetous glances at the Philip
pines.-Portland Argus
The herald., 1898-06-05

If conservative forecasts Of gold pro-
duction are anywhere near verified, the
natural ratio the coming year will be
about one ounce of gold to ten of silver.
instead Of the historical 16 to 1. Twenty
millions are coming down from the Klon-
dixie this month, California and Colorado
are sure to beat their previous records.
their own. the Philippine deposits have
been demonstrated to be very extensive.
If this thing continues, the bondholders
will soon be clamoring for payment in
silver
The herald., 1898-06-05

The best reason for believing w. j.
Bryan was not defeated in an election
for colonel of a Nebraska regiment, as
gleefully announced by cheap Republican
organs, is the fact that colonels are an
pointed and not elected. Colonel Bryan
will go to the Philippines with the regi-
ment he has raised, and we are inclined
to the belief that he will acquit himself
creditably. In no sphere of usefulness
has he ever yet faltered.
The herald., 1898-06-05
To the Third Generation

Distinction by inheritance extends even
to the third generation in this glorious
democracy. Not only the sons, but the
grandsons of illustrious sires are falling
heir to epaulets that come by personal fa-
vor and political pull.-Cincinnati CONNER
cial Tribune.
The herald., 1898-06-05
War CHANGES

Johnny (reading)-Say. grandpa, what
does the three RS mean?
Grandpa-When I was a boy It meant
reading, 'riting and 'rithmetic.
Johnny disgustedly)-Pshaw! thought
it meant Rooosevelt's Rough Riders.-
Brooklyn Life.
The herald., 1898-06-05

1t is notable that every amendment to
the house war revenue bill, as it now
stands, was introduced by Republicans,
and that Democratic members, at no
stage Of its progress, have resorted to
dilatory tactics.
The herald., 1898-06-05

The announcement of the vote on seign-
forage sent stocks down, but they recov-
cred on the announcement of the vote on
bonds. If man were to permit an asset
to remain idle in his cellar while he me-
gotiated longtime loan in the street,
would his credit improve? Would it be a
sign of wisdom. an indication Of good
sense and business judgment? The cases
are analogous.
The herald., 1898-06-05

An amendment to the war revenue bill
was yesterday adopted providing for a
tax of cent upon every berth in a Sleep
ing car and seat in palace car sold. The
sordid gains of the Pullman palace car
porter are not touched by the amend
ment.
The herald., 1898-06-05
Admiral Dewey's Bad Manners

Since the Manila affair Spain is more
than ever convinced that we are Yankee
hogs, without breeding or manners. Nom
tito is bitterly complaining of our rude.
ness in calling upon him before breakfast
and before his men had got out Of their
pajamas.-Louisville Courier-Jou
The herald., 1898-06-05
Where Violins Are Made

The only place in the world where violin
making may be said to constitute the in
dustry, is Markneukirchen in Saxony, with
Its numerous surrounding villages. There
are, altogether, about 5000 people in this
district engaged exclusively in the manu-
facture of yiOlins
The herald., 1898-06-05

By the narrow margin of 3S to 35 the
senate yesterday voted down an amend
ment to the war revenue bill directing
the secretary of the treasury to proceed
with the collection of the taxes under the
provisions of the income tax law of 1894,
not directly repealed by the Dingley tariff
law. The Colorado delegation divided
unOn the question ON roll call
The herald., 1898-06-05
THE PUBLIC PULSE

(The Herald under this heading prints
but does not assume re-
sponsibility for the sentiments expressed.
Correspondents are requested to cultivate
brevity as far as is consistent with the
proper expression of their views.)
The herald., 1898-06-05

Simon Bolivar Buckner, who graduated
from West Point more than fifty years
ago, and who bears the honors of two
wars is unable to break into the volun-
teer army. Like General John Mosby, he
has nothing but his military record to
recommend him.
The herald., 1898-06-05

We are helping to starve the very peo-
Of the sorrowing reconcentrados must be
infinitely worse than at any time before
we intervened in their behalf.
The herald., 1898-06-05
Wide Experience

Mrs. Newed (engaging cook)-Have you
had much experience?
Cook-Yes, mum; I've worked for - Sam-
lilies in tn lasht two wakes.-Harlem Life.
The herald., 1898-06-05
Quite Fresh

Eastern Man lin western restaurant)-
I see you have oysters on the bill of fare
Are they fresh?
Waiter-Yes, sab; JUS out of de can,
sah.-New York Weekly.
The herald., 1898-06-05

This world Is full of remarkable con-
trasts-yellow fever in Cuba, chilblains
in the Klondike, Dewey in the Philip
pines and Hanna in the United States
senate.
The herald., 1898-06-05
Politest of Men

She-why don't you talk more when
we're out together?
Helm too polite to interrupt you. my
dear.-Detroit Free Press.
The herald., 1898-06-05

If the Holland submarine boat could
but snap the red tape hawser that is
holding it back, something might be ac-
complshcd in Santiago harbor.
The herald., 1898-06-05

The Spanish ministry has revised its
plan Of sending Cervera's fleet to Manila.
1t will now be permitted to summer in
the beautiful harbor of Santiago.
The herald., 1898-06-05

Bar silver is dancing about the SOS
again, the first time this year. Lead has
not yet felt the influence of the war, so
little of it being used.
The herald., 1898-06-05

The last cable connecting Cuba with
the outside world having been cut.
Blanco will now have to fall back on the
megaphone.
The herald., 1898-06-05

The following is from weekly irrespon-
sible sheet, whose ideals of politicians
seem to be found in such men as Harry
Patton and Walter Webb:
Harry Patton is going to San Fran
cisco Monday next. He will, after his
appointment as bank commissioner,
which will be made about July 1st,
make his headquarters in the city. He
will retain his residence in Los An
geles.
This will be interesting news to Cover
nor Budd, who presumably is to make
the appointment. The governor is at
present considering the most delicate way
of turning the very much disfgured Pat
ton picture to the wall.
The herald., 1898-06-05

will grow and grow, and the cry Of the
Hanna administration party will be for
more bonds. O
Los Angeles, Cal, June 4, 1898.
The herald., 1898-06-05

sociation Is supplemental to the hospital
service of the United States government
Except in the element of philanthropy it
is not religious organization, nor in any
way affected in its beneflcent mission by
sectarianism. Some time ago an effort
was made to consolidate the National Re-
lief committee of Philadelphia with the
National Red Cross. but as the former was
distinctly religious organization, the
movement failed.
While it would seem at first blush that
the medical department of the United
States government would be amply able
to accomplish all that may be required
to be done in field and hospital service,
yet the actual experience of a campaign
soon makes plain the fact that the aux
iliary aid of the Red Cross is always well
come and often of priceless value.
There is another feature of the Red
Cross that adds much to the breadth and
scope of its humane work. to-wit: It's
ministrations embrace both friend and
foe According to military regulations,
our army hospital service can care only
for our own wounded, and, as rule, their
relief absorbs the entire resources Of the
hospital staff. On the other hand. the
Red Cross cares for the sick or wounded
soldier regardless of his uniform or his
nationality.
1t is pleasant to know that on the bat
tlefields of the present war the Red Cross
of Spain and the Red Cross of the United
States will symbolic the same merciful
work of allevating the horrors of war-of
binding up the wounds of the stricken or
comforting the last moments of the dy-
ing soldiers. AS one of the demands of
humanity, as work at once of necessity
and mercy, the Red Cross association
should receive the respect and support of
the American people.
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1898-07-07
The children's Fresh Air society.
RA1.rrMoRr. Iune pal lsas.

BALTIMoRE. June %. 1898.
The close of the pu die Schools Of
Baltimore marks the beginning OF an
other busy season for the Childre n IS
Fresh Air Society. The war has at
tracted public attention to "A very
large degree but the people of that
City have not lost interest in this
worthy charity. and are gladly pro
viding money to help brighten the lives
of those whose childhood knows so
many bardships.
The Society has in the past received
equal aid from those living IN the
country who have found homes for the
children ami hops To nave the cooper
alton of these friends during the
present season. Those who live in the
country can know little of the life OF
the tenanents and alleys of a large
city. The unhealthy surroundings in
these districts cause much suff .rina
among children during the oppressive
heat OF summer.
1t is the ain of the Fresh Air Society
To relieve this suffering by placing
these little ones where they may en-
joy, if bmt for short white. The ben
efic;H intlaence OF healthy conr try
home-lifs. Tnis effort has not been In
vain for after these two weeks trip the
physical beneft is plainly apparent,
and the many. helpful friendships
formed with their kind entcrtni, ers
always resulted in moral benefit 30
those for whom they have SO tenderly.
cared.
There are thousands Of children in
Baltimore To claim the aid OF the So
Getty, and but 900 of these have been
reached The Society appeals TO il,
friends to interest thenseiy YES in Sc.
curing homes in their locality SO that
a greater NUN Der OF children may re-
ceive the benefits OF these country
trips.
Miss Florence Galloway, 4 w. Sara
oga ST., Baltimore, Md. will gladly
reply to any inquiries that may be
addressed on this subject.
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