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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
The Sinews of War.

IL is TO be hoped that debate in the Sen
ate on the war revenue bill may not be
protracted. The measure is of pressing
moment The war has begun the money
is needed and the government has no other
source Of supply. Ii is a good time, indeed
for senators to lay aside domestic politics
and consider only the exigencies of the
hour
The main difficulty in committee has been
over the bend feature of the bill One ar
gument urged against that is that so large
an issue ought not to be authorized when
the probabilities point TO a war of brief
duration But do they? Who shall say
how long the war is likely TO last? The
hope is that it may be brief. and the effort
will be to make 1t so. But who can tell
what day may bring forth? War is not
only serious but an uncertain business,
and Spain, who threatens to turn guerrilla
on the sea, has the one design of making
the struggle as expensive as possible for
the United States. She has no hope of
triumph. Realizing that Cuba and Porto
Rico are virtually lost to her and uncertain
as to the ultimate fate of the Philippines
Spain purposes to have Uncle Sam emerge
from the struggle with very lean wallet
1t IS Important therefore in making pro-
vision for the conduct of the war that
these things be taken into account The
authorization of the issue of large
amount OF bonds need not operate as in
struction to put out the whole sum- regard
less of developments. Presumably, and in
good reason. sufficient unto the emergency
will be the issue of bonds thereof If only
a limited amount is necessary that amount
may be issued: but if heavy expenditures
are forced upon the government the au-
thority will then be in existence and can
at once be invoked To raise the money upon
good terms and without delay
The measure in question is distinctly for
war purposes Votes east for it will not
De guotable with effect in campaigns dur
Ing peace All governments are borrowers
IN time of war, TO a greater or less extent
The main point is to provide. in case Dor
rowing becomes necessary for US for the
securing Of money upon the best terms and
in the most popular manner possible
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
The First American Lives Lost.

Yesterday at Cardenas, Cuba, the first
American lives were lost in the war with
Spain An ensign and four seamsn were
killed in the course OF an engagement be-
tween the cruiser Wilmington, the torpedo
boat VIII slow and the improvised gunboat
HUDSON on the one hand and a Spanish
guEbost and ths land batteries on the other
Aside from the killing of the five men on
the Winslow it appears that the engage
ment was satisfactory from the American
point Of view, for when the Hudson left
Cardenas with the killsd and wounded for
Key West the battery was silenced and half
OF the city was in flames. The wonderful
Immunity of the American fleet and seamen
IN the fight at Manila may have led the peo-
pie 1t home to hope that the war might
progress 10 the end with an equal degree of
sCod sOrtune, but the futility of such a hope
W. evident upon the slightest reflection
To Manila fight was extraordinary in the
esc fs Of the yictors from harm. Nothing
Ike = vas ever before known and probably
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
4 Local Patriotic Sacrifice.

Purely as {. war measure, the District
of Columbia lends Commissioner Black to
the nation for service against the enemy.
Citizens find it difficult to stretch their pa
triotism to the extent of consenting to be
deprived of his labors as Commissioner
even for the brief period for which it is
hoped he will be needed by the govern
ment. But every community must make
sacrifices at such time as this, and the
national capital is willing that it's eff
Gent official should join the active military
forces. on the condition that he be returned
70 his civilian duties as soon as the cam
paign is closed in victory. The best wishes
of the District for his safety and success
during the period of his absence on active
duty at the front go with him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
Moving Toward Annexation.

The joint resolution for the annexation
or Hawaii was today reported favorabIy to
the House with the prestige of an almost
unanimous vote in its favor The great
prepOnderance OF sentiment in favor of
annexation thus disclosed in committee is
probably q sign of similar sentiment to-
Ward this action in the House itself The
proportions between affirmative and mega
tive opinions may not be exactly preserved.
Out there has never been any substantial
doubt that the proposition to annex the
Islands would command a very large ma
1ority in the House as well as in the Sem
ate Under these circumstances it is folly
10 seek 10 delay the enactment by any
sort of obstructive Vaccinations. Annexa-
llon Is destined to occur and the votes are
AT hand to accomplish it. The House should
act as promptly as 1t is humanity possible.
thus putting the responsibility for further
delay on the Senate. where the project of
union is known to be strong.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
A Fight for the Right.

That this war appeals to more than the
mere fighting spirit in men is attested by
many things. but by nothing more conspic-
uousiy than the prompt enlistment of men
OF experience and mature powers past the
age of mere excitement and passion.
Take the cases of the four major gener-
ais selected from civil life. Each is man
who had already distinguished himself in
arms. Each was occupying a position of
honor and comfort. Each had reached that
time of life when as a rule men are slow
TO make changes. There was no personal
or selfish reason why any one of them
should make change in his affairs. But
all four did make radical changes, and
without hesitation. Generals Wheeler and
Sewell from the field of politics. General
Lee from that of the consular service. and
General Wilson from his library and bust
ness connections have gone to the camp
for active and arduous military duty.
Would any but just cause have inspired
such men to such step? They know what
war is They have not gone out for glory.
or through any mistaken notion of what
a soldier must encounter in the field. Their
regulations in both military and civil life
Were secure. But when the cause was pre-
sented and the call to arms was issued,
they put their love of country above all
other considerations, and have taken the
field to serve her.
Honored as these men already were by
their countrymen. they are entitled to still
greater honor now This latest act of
theirs Is at once a superb exhibition of 10y
atty to country and of championship of the
right A cause which has brought such
veterans to the front with the promptness
and enthusiasm of youth cannot be dis
missed as crazy affair conceived in folly
and hurried on by blatant politicians
And with such examples for contempla-
ton. is it any wonder that the young men
everywhere are enlsting? That the Presi-
dents call for troops could have been filled
six times over? That the wage-earner and
the millionaire are TO fight side by side?
That a young woman of large wealth
should have sent her personal check for a
hundred thousand dollars TO help swell the
war fund of the government? That the
spirit generally aroused should recall the
best spirit ever exhibited in the country?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12

The proposition to secure funds for the
proper care of the graves of the men who
were killed in the MaiDe explosion, which
Is outlined in the news columns today All.
peaIs strongly to all patriotic citizens
These graves were hurriedly chosen, the
exigencies of the case demanding prompt
ness, and it now remains for the people, by
public or private enterprise, to provide at
Key West those outward marks of respect
and regret that thu nation should display
at the graves of the massacred sailors
Congress has provided amply for the ma
terial needs of the families of these men
and for the survivors of the crew. 1t has
likewise appropriated for q bronze tablet to
the memory of the killed, to be erected. in
the Capitol. But their graves should not be
permitted to fall into neglect, and some
form of subscription, by appropriation or by
private contribution, is greatly to be de-
sired.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
Suicide of the Spanish Sny.

The suicide of Downing, the man con-
fined at the barracks on the charge of be-
ing secret agent of Spain, furnishes con-
elusive evidence of his guilt. According to
the facts that were disclosed to the public
there was little question of this mans con-
necoon with the Spanish government, and
at such time and under such circuni-
stances as to leave no doubt of his char
acter and his mission. He was doubtless
spy In the pay of the Madrid authorities,
probably one Of Polo's corps of secret
agents, who are now working here and
there through this country. Downing has
chosen suicide to the isnouiiny Of trial
and death at the hands Of the government
which he has betrayed. His sslf-dest,uc-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12

ten is as wholesome a warning to his CO.
workers in the dark ways of secret service
in war time as would have been his formal
trial and execution. 1t is, however, unfor-
trnate that Downing should have had the
opportunity to take his own life. The
guard was supposed to be strict enough to
prevent any such effort. The War Depart
ment will doubtless inquire into the facts
of the case and ascertain how it happened
that important prisoner could make
way with himself while under close sur
VIGILANCE Downing might possibly have
weakened sufficiently to confess, and, per-
haps, impicate other men who are at work
in the interests of Spain in this same man
ner. He seems to have been capable OF
such treachery even to his Spanish employ
ers. His suicide shows that he appreciated
his hopeless plight, and in such frame
of mind he might have been brought to
put the government on the track of other
dangerous emssaries of Spain.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
The Distance to Manila,
From the New York Tribune.

fFOHI tht NOW
The distance from Gibraltar to Manila by
way OF the Suez canal is S,354 miles, thus:
From Gibraltar to Port Said, 1S20 miles:
through the canal, 90 miles; from Suez to
Alden, 1910; from Alden to Colombo, 2,13O;
fro Colombo to Singapore. 1,560; from
Singapore to Manila, 1,1:'5. 1t must, how
ever, be remembered that the passage of
the Suez canal, though short in distance
% miles-takes a considerable time, as 1t
n ust be made very slowly. The canal, by
a convention signed October % 1858, is ex-
enpted from blockade, and vessels of all
nations whether armed or not, are to be
allowed to pass through it in peace or war
The distance to Manila from San Fran
cisco is 1850 miles, thus: From San Fran
cisco to Honolulu, 2,0s9 miles; from Homo
lulu 10 Manila, 496l. This shows a differ
exec in favor of the passage from San
Francisco of 1904 miles
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
Admiral BERN clos Denial.

The Cape Verde fleet left ST. Vincent long
| enough ago to have reached any port on
| this coast or any port in Europa. Two
weeks ago less one day those ships sailed
cut into the west. They have been variously
reported at many places since. American
authorities behave that they are either at
Cadiz or the Canaries. They apparently
not in these waters, unless they are sneak
ing around into the Caribbean Sea with the
intention of falling Unexpectedly upon the
American forces possibly bombarding
SINE gulf port. The Spanish officials are,
of course, not enlightening the world to
the location of the ships. On the contrary,
they seek 10 complicate the situation by
diplomatic denials. Admiral Bermejo, min
lister of marine, according to a dispatch
from Madrid TO the London Daily Mail a
stanch sympat hizer with the United States,
denies that the Cape Verde squadron has
| returned to Cadiz. He affirms that this
squadron AT the present moment is where
it ought to be- according to instructions
given Very illurlinative, this statement.
Very diplomatic. Exceedingly futile as a
means of confusing the American mind to
which it is SO palpably addressed. Bermejo
danies that the ships have returned to Ca
dir That may or may not be true. 1t does
not comport with dispatch from Cadiz to
the London Globe, itemizIng the war ships
then in CadiZ harbor, the list incluling the
vessels that sailed from st. Vincent April
% This dispatch, printed in yesterdays
Star, noted likewise that the vess els, with
the single exception of the Pelayo, were
ready for sea, and were to sail at once So
much for the specific denial of the presence
of the squadron at Cadiz. The Globes in
formation is worth quite as much as Admit
raj Bermejos denial, probably more. The
generalization in his words is merely an eff
tort TO becloud the atmosphere. In plain
terms the admiral says that the ships are
where they are They sailed presumab bly,
under specific instructions. In these days of
war battle ships and cruisers are not sent
forth without orders, to roam about at the
sweet and undisturbed Will of their COM
uanders. They are sent forth on definite
errands. Hence it is extremely likely
though stranse-that this Spanish minister
of marine told the exact truth when he said
that the ships are where they ought to be-
according to instructions given The Off
GERS of the vessels, whether at Cadiz or
elsewhere, have presumably obeyed orders.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
Trade With the Philippines.
From the Philadelphia Record.

The exports of Manila to this country
average S1,0OO,N0 a month, and, according
to Mr.. Oscar Williams, until recently our
consul at II at port the trade of the Philip
pines with the United States exceeds that
Of ali other countries combined. Here is
paramount interest which, without terrific
rial ACKNOWLEDGMENT, but with orderly ds-
Velopment of the commercial opportunities
that the fates have thrown in our way
may grow to handsome proportions with
the establishment of better government in
thu archipelago.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
An Exceptional Case,

He isn't very popular, The man who allus
tried
To prove that everything come out the way
he prophesied;
VINO waited till the finish and then made
a mighty show
OF knowingness as he sat back and said
Il told you so.''
But now he has big majority to show
he's right.
We knowed 'twould soon be over eff there
a real fight
An when yer Uncle Sam comes out an
strikes the final blow
There's millions thatIl simply smile an
say, 1--WE told we so.''
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12

The assertion by a French publication
that the Anglo-SaXon race is trying to en-
croach upon the Latin leaves out of con-
sideration certain bread riots and other
symptoms of ill health in connection with
that old law, the survival of the fittest.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12

From the Brooklyn Times.

The victory of Admiral Dewey was never
matched in history. He destroyed eleven
ships and silenced many batteries, and he
never lost a man in the engagement. 1t
was thought that the japanese had an easy
time defeating the drum-beating, tom-tom-
playing Chinese, but no such achievement
as this can be placed to the glory of their
ships.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
A Physical InDossibiIity,

Il understand" remarked General Blan-
cos somewhat envious acquaintance, that
Trey are going to remove you and put Cen
eral Campos in your place
Il hope So, was the answer. But
dent believe they can get to me-"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
- -

Possibly the German emperors objection
to the occupation of the Philippine Islands
by the United States will lead him to make
a cash offer for them so tempting that
Uncle Sam will be willing to resign the re-
sponsibility.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
4 TEMPTING Prospect.

Il think said the small boy refectively,
that I'll go and live in Cuba"
Wouldn't you be sorry TO leave your
home and friends?"
Yes. But think of having two Indepen-
dence Days to celebrate every summer"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12

About the only excuse for Spain's send
ing a large force to the Philippine Islands
would be the theory that the more men
gotten out of the country the less there
will be to engage in active hostilities
against the crown.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
. -

The authorities of continental Europe are
too polite and diplomatic to express regrets
Tor any practical hints on warfare given
by them TO General Miles during his recent
visit.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12

This country could not recognize the gov
eminent of Cuba, but it will have no hest
tation in getting acquainted with the Gu
ban war department..
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12

When the stress of public affairs causes
the Spanish people to lose interest in bull
fighting, they are scarcely in a mood to
admire flotilla's dexterity at hide-and-
seek
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
Where Are They.
From the San francisco Bulletin.

A commission should be appointed to
hunt up those persons who, a couple of
weeks ago, were saying that of course the
United States would win in the end but
that she must make up her mind to two or
three severe defeats in the first place.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
I'm IN Madrid RnnI

''These family Names he cried in rage,
Cant ia Sc ME from the wreck.
They're fine on historic page,
But n. g. on q check
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12

General Weyler is doing his best to show
that Don Carlos is not the only man in
Spain with talents in the pretension line.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12

John Bull has lent this country a national
hymn and is probably willing to do some
thing more tangible If the emergency arises
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12

Mr.. Quay will probably think twice be-
fore refusing to exert his influence to have
the government accept Mr.. Wanamakers
offer to lead a regiment to Cuba.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
Holding His Own.

Did 1 understand you TO say that you
have outwitted the Yankee piss?" inquired
the official.
Certainly" answered the notilla COM
mander. I'VE can't be whipped SO long as
they can't find u.s.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12

grcm the Denver Republican.

Frcn the Denver Republican.
All of the pI esent talk about the United
States taking possession of Hawaii may be
ancient history" to the Hawaiians al
rsady. This country would certainly be
fully justified In taking what Is not unwill-
ing to be taken.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12

Any challenge sent by a Spanish naval
officer will receive Rear Admiral Sampson
prompt and active consideration.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
Uncle Sam Feels Otherwise.

A German paper suggests that in these
modern days a nation cannot do as it will
with its own. This may be the feeling with
the rest of the nations, but your Uncle
Sam has never felt that way about his af-
fairs or his property.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12

Sagasta's declaration that he will not
s, rrender would be more hsroic IL he were
closer to the actual shooting.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-05-12
SHOOTING STARS.
Not in Their Class.

why don't you come forward and help
whip the enemy?" inquired the indignant
patriot.
Why" replied the pugilists in chorus,
we're waiting for Spain to get reputa-
ton
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-11-03
TRADE IN GENERAL.
Quotations at ST. Louis, Baltimore,
Cincinnati and Other Places.

ST LOUIS. Nov. 2.-Flour unchanged. Wheat
active and ssd7ac higher; No. red, cash.
Decent err So &C asked; May, 697s@lOc; No. hard,
cash, 659M67kc. Corn easier and slow; Nc. 2,
cash, 31aic bid; December, GlsQ3lAc; May. S2kc
2sc; November 2512c bid; Lecember, 25%c May,
25bc; No 2 white, 30030Ac. Rye firm at &c.
Flaxseed better at $1.oO4. Whisky s125; Prime
at SIPS. Bran low err sacked east track 51Qj-c.
Hay firm; timothy. seQs prairie. $6QS: buster
firm at 15kc. Iron cotton ties, CSC. Bagging, 10
71Ac. Pork higher; standard mess 4oobing, $s.
L ry-salt m ats quiet; boxed sh u e's. S4.25;
extra shorts, IS Isl clear ribs, 1928; clear sides.
$40. Bacon quiet; toxed oulde.s $40; extrI
shorts S570 clear BIS. $50; clear SIDES, IS. 5.
Receipts-Flour 5000 brls; wheat, 6S,000 bu;
corn, "a, coo bu; oats, 10000 blu. Shipmen s-Four,
5000 brIs; wheat $1,000 bu; corn, 800 bu oats.
5000 bu.
BALTIMORE Nov. 2-Flour duh and I'M
chansed receipts, 81 $50 brls exp 49, S43 brls
Wheat dull; spot and month, 71Q11Ac; receipts,
$4,000 bu; exports, $1,000 bu southern wheat by
sample. 66072c. Corn dull; spot and month, 31A
G3lssc; steamer xed, 35Hc; recep S, 1o5, 400 bu
new. cas- firm; No. white Western 915Q3Jc; O.
ceipts, Is, 295 bu Rye finn; No Western, 57l2o:
rec e pts, II $50 bu; exports. 1926 bu. Butter
Gle, Sc steady and unchaf ged.
CINCINNATI. Nov. Flour quiet and s.eadv.
Wheat quiet; No. 2 red, eSc. Corn FIRM NO. 2
nm; No o :. SIC Lard steady at $50 Blk
meats quiet at $5z5 Bacon eady It $40.
tive. Eggs nr1ner. Cheese firm.
TOLEDO. Nov. 2.-Wheat higher and Arm; No.
q cash, &c; December. 1sc. Corn dull, bit
STEADY: No. mixed. ssa1e, Pats active snd
5S5c. Clover seed steady; prime cash, old. si6S;
December, IS.
MINNEAPOLIS, Nov Wheat steady; No l
patents, ss.t5aS7O; first clear. $2.SOQ2so. T. an
unchanged
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-11-03
LOCAL GRAIN AND PRODUCE.
Fine weather., an Active Trade,
steady Prices the Local Conditions.

Fine weather., an Active Trade,
Steady Prices the Local Conditions.
1t is many years since the wholesale merchants
entered November with fine business outlook
as now. Prices are ruling steady that retail
merchants can safely stock up literally and their
bills as a rule are so well paid that there Is
hesitancy on that score in abandoning the hand
to-mouth policy. Prices yesterday showed
changes calling for note. Poultry and eggs with
the approach of Thanksgiving, are in good request
at quotations and Commission row there is
frmer tone fruits vegetables and other articles
the commission houses handle. The wholesale
grocers. as for months past, enjoying a big
trade. Confectoners and dealers In fancy goods
and notions very busy
The local grain market Is more active IN
creasing RET eiJts. AL oerea in good request
at the following range on track as furnished by
the secretary OF tie Beard of Trade:
Wheat-No. red, 6713c; No. red. 625@66hc;
November, 671ac; wagon wheat, &c.
Corn-No. ! white, s3c; No. white (ons
COLOR. SSc; No. white, s0c; No. 2 white
mixed. 32i4c; NO. white mixed, 235zc; No.
yellow, S21ac; No. mixed. 321ke; No. mixed,
S2I2c; No. mixed, 2s1ac; corn, S21sc.
Above prices all for old corn
Oats-No. white, IAc; No. white 26Ac; No.
mixed. 25Ac; No. mixed. PIKE
Hay-No. / timothy, 1885, No. timothy. Sc
@625.
lnspectionz-whe No. red. cars: No. 3. &:
rejected. j; total, II cars. Corn: No. 3 white
cars; No 4, 2; No. white Mixed 2; No mixed.