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The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11
OPENING THE INDIA MINIS

The report that the Indian minis are
soon to be reopened to the free coinage
of silver at an early date lacks confirma-
ton, as we'll as probability. The rejec-
ton, by the government of the depend
ency, of the overtures Of the French and
American commissioners, was so posi-
tive in its terms, and Of so recent origin,
that little ground for encouragement is
left that a change has taken place in
the convictions of those who rule the
country and control its policies.
And it is quite as unlikely that either
France OF the United States, as stated
has "evinced a Willingness to change
the ratio from 16 to / to % to l." There
is nobody in this country authorized to
offer in advance any such concession,
or any concession whatever. If a change
is ever made, it is more likely to be to
151a to 1, to correspond to the old-world
ratio, than to % or any other arbitrary
figure, necessitating a recoinage of all
the silver dollars in existence.
1t is quite as certain, however, that
standard, for the very obvious reason
that the gold in sufficient quantity is
not procurable for that purpose. The
attempt thus far has met only with fall
ure and disbursement. The present
chaotic condition is likely to continue
in the empire for some time, and until
all of the make-shifts have been ex-
hausted. and the folly of trying to do
business on a gold basis without the gold
is fully demonstrated
Bimetallists ever contend that there is
not enough of the yellow metal in ex-
istence to base the worlds credit upon
"a self-evident proposition to all except
those who will not see-and their con-
viction upon this score only increases
the complacency with which they watch
the evolution of the theory. The popu-
lation of India is four times that of the
United States. Silver is the traditional
money of the people. To discard the
one metal and adopt the other is much
easier recommended than accomplished.
When gold becomes so plentiful that it
can be depended upon to carry the bur-
den now borne by both, India may be
placed upon the single standard-not be-
fore. The time is not rapidly approach
| ing. The real ratio in the production of
| the two metals has not been materially
changed, nor is it likely to be. Any va
ration noted in one decade is likely to
be reversed in the next. Just now the
increased production Of gold and the de-
creased production of silver is again
bringing the metals together, after an
enforced estrangement. due to discrim-
NATIVE legislation. Some day the minis
will be opened to the freedom Of each
on equal terms, when the parity will
no longer disturb governments or indi-
vduals. We may do much to hasten
the day. We have not the power to
indefinitely pOStpOne 1t.
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YESTERDAYS CONVENTION

The Democratic county convention,
held in Music hall yesterday, was fully
up to the standard of such gatherings
in attendance, earnestness and enthu-
campaign starting off with such vigor.
since it betokens a profound interest
in party affairs and means that hot
fight is to be waged all through. Even
q few fervid contests over seats in the
convention although they result in some
personal bitterness and heart burnings,
may not be taken as unfavorable signs,
for they are almost sure to occur when
places at the party councils are at a
premium.
The convention Of yesterday is to be
congratulated on completing the work
so well begun at the misunderstanding
a clean sweep of the push" element
which on some former occasions has
dominated the party to it's detriment. A
few Of the old railroad crowd found
places on the floor of the convention,
but they were so insignificant in num-
bers and so thoroughly marked that
their. influence was practically nil.
A few were named on the delegation
to the state convention, but they con-
stitute a small minority.
The county central committee was re-
organized on such lines as to guarantee
an energetic. clean and creditable admin
istration of party affairs.
The resolutions adopted are unequivo-
cally for fusion, and they reiterate in a
forceful way the cardinal principles of
Democracy.
1t may be said of the convention that
1t has brought the party into close
touch with real Democratic sentiment:
that 1t has challenged the respect of
fair-minded men of all parties; that it
has united the best elements within
Democratic lines, and has given an i'm
petus to the campaign which should &C
long way towards insuring success.
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ANOTHER STEP TOWARD PEACE

Peace negotiations have advanced to
the protocol stage. The protocol, which
Secretary Day yesterday declared had
been agreed upon, comprehends the
terms originally offered to Spain. Some
encouragement is given that it will be
signed by the high contracting parties
today. Webster thus defines protocol:
~ The preliminary sketch or draft
of treaty, despatch or other official
document. (2) diplomatic document
minute or agreement, containing the
official record or embodyng the results
OF negotiation declaration or mem
orandum OF agreement less solemn and
formal than treaty; also. supple
mentary clause or declaration ex-
planning treaty, or extending it's scope
or duration.
Spain is understood to have substan-
TALLY accepted our terms, but she clouded
the acceptance with mass of verbiage,
possibly susceptible of a double mean
ing. In other words. Sagasta has in
jected into it a stump speech The pro-
tocol, presumptively. will deal wholly with
conditions agreed upon, reduced to ex-
plicit phraseology and free from double
entendre. 1t will form the groundwork
for the treaty to be drafted by the Joint
commission to be raised. Proclamation
of a suspension of hostilities will follow
the signing of the protocol.
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A DISHONEST CONTENTION

| The minimum demand of the imperial
our flag shall continue to float over some
| portion of them, and that it shall not
| represent a merely sentimental idea.
The tariff laws of the country must give
the advantage to American manufac-
turers over those of other countries
care must be taken that our mills and
factories shall have a cinch upon the
trade of ten millions of people. released
from bondage by our 13-inch shells.
| 1t is the old doctrine that trade and
! commerce can be regulated wholly by
| legislation. and that natural laws must
yield to the potency of humanly-devised
| tariff schedules. Let us see: The GUS
toms laws of Cuba have always favored
the manufacturers of the mother coun-
try, and yet the United States, in spite
of discriminative duties. has enjoyed a
larger share of the trade of the island.
Spain has dictated the tariff policy of
the Philippines, and yet the export and
import trade of the United States with
the archipelago has far exceeded that
of the country which has made the laws
and built up the walls. Suzerainty
isn't the whole thing. Protectorate
doesn't necessarily mean cinch. Den
mark, Portugal, France and Germany
have insular possessions whose laws ia
vor the mother country, but whose trade
Is governed by laws more immutable.
The bureau of foreign commerce of the
department of state of our government
has just issued a publication in which
this admission is featured:
The ability of the United States to
compete successfully with the most adj
vanced industrial nations in any part
of the world. we'll as with those ma
tions in their home markets, can no
longer be seriously questioned.
That is not mere assertion. 1t Is fact,
fully demonstrated by the advance
which this country is making in the ac-
QUESTION of foreign markets, and fully
set forth in the publication referred to.
1t must be accepted. 1t is Republican
high-tariff testimony-not a mere un-
supported statement or assertion from
free-trade source. 1t is put out by
an administration headed by the chief
tariff apostle of this generation.
Does it not prove that the great ar
gument for territorial expansion, that
we cannot otherwise get the foreign
markets we need, is dishonest? 1t is OBJ
viously based either upon ignorance or
dishonesty. The latter is more easily
demonstrable.
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pointed out. 1t will be recognized by
every one at all familiar with the naval
records Of the two commanders and their
achievements in this war. 1t is incon-
ceivable that the president will dare to
make a distinction between them so fla-
GRAVITY in violation of the plainest die
tates of fairness and Justice. as recog-
nized by the people of the country.
There can be no excuse for it. save upon
the theory of partisan necessity.
It may well be doubted il the senate
will yield to so palpable a concession to
political influence, so obvious a miscar-
riage OF justice, SO apparent a violation
Of precedent in naval promotions.
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11
Boudoir Hints

Wash channels skins In warm suds
rinse in warm water and dry them by
stretching and rubbing.
No matter how pleasant or roomy house
may be. 1t is not complete without con-
venient kitchen.
A pleasing new fad is the wedding
chest" To be quite the thing this should
be Of carved antique oak or its semblance
To clean mirrors make paste Of whiting
and a pint of water. Leave 1t on till dry
and then rub off the powder with a
channels.
A new filling for sandwiches consists OF
thin shavings Of sugared ginger and can
died orange peel
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11
Pleased

what does this proclamation OF martial
law signify?" inquired one Spaniard at
Manila.
ut means that your rights as a citizen
are suspended"
The others face broke into radiant
smile.
''You seem to think that's good news"
IT do. I didn't know before that we had
any such rights" -Washington Evening
Star.
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11

They will occupy seats in the convention
in contempt of the declaration of the
party, and we hazard little in predict
ing that they will constitute an assertive
factor in it's deliberations. Modesty is
not conspicuous characteristic of the
office-h holding class. Nor does sincerity
distinguish Republican platforms. They
are usually made to get In on, and are
quickly discarded after the feat is
achieved
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11

Information comes from a French
source that in a plot to assassinate Sa-
gasta an American named Disball fig
ures as high chief executioner. Few
Americans have gone into history as
that Spanish conspirators against the
life of the prime minister are driven to
the expedient Of employing a foreigner
and especially an American. to commit
an act in which they themselves are so
adept and so much at home. Disball
is a myth-not an American.
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11
A Coming Financier

Mister" asked the barefooted bow with
the brimless hat, you're the owner OF this
store, amt your"
Il am" replied the man in the bicycle
establishment. What can do for you, my
young friend?"
Don't you want to hire somebody to
stand on the corner and boiler out Ice!'
when Teller comes along ridin' any other
kind of bisickle 'ceptin' yours ?"-Chi.
cago Tribune.
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11
INJUSTICE TO A POPULAR IDOL

Sampson and Schley are to be recon-
admiral. but the former to outrank the
latter. In other words, Sampson is t.
have second promotion over the head
of Schley, his superior in rank at the
beginning of the war.
The injustice Of this need not b.
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11
Much Ado Over NOTHING

1t is said that Camara's ships are foul.
are out of repair and altogether UNIT to
give battle to an American feet. Well
what of it? They would be unfit for Junk
pile within thirty minutes after the begin
ming of an engagement anyway. SO what
does 1t matter whether or not they are In
fighting trim? Too much ado is being made
over small matter.-Des Moines Capital
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11

Mr.. George N. Curzon, who becomes
viceroy of India, will have an oppor-
tunity to distinguish himself as ruler.
To hold in subjugation three hundred
millions Of people-four times the popu-
lation of the United States-is no small
task for a statesman of full stature.
Under the conditions that have obtained
in the empire. 1t becomes q very trying
mission,
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11
But It Will Win

The Los Angeles Herald may not win
out It's program for clean politics in the
Democratic party, but that journal COM
mands the respect of every fair-minded
citizen of Los Angeles county for the fight
against political corruption which it is
ADMINISTRATIONS News.
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11

The butchers and grocers of Santiago
sacked by the insurgents but for the pro-
lection afforded them by Gensral Shat
ter, are in high dudgeon over the action
Of Military Governor Wood in compell-
prices for their merchandise. The aver
age Cuban trader Is no pig-he's just a
plain hog
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11

The welcome accorded to James G.
Mcguire by the people Of San Fran
cisco, upon his return from Washing
ton, accentuates his popularity in the
metropolis. That will be the battle
ground of the campaign. The slight
Republican plurality of Southern Cali
long progressed. It will be turned into
J q rout before 1t IL ended. The presence
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11

Lieutenant Caranza, the Spanish spy
who was ordered out of Canada by the
dominion government, three weeks ago,
and whose departure was duly chronicled
at the time, bobbed up in Montreal yes
terday, merely to say goodby to friends.
It was really, he declared, his farewell
has been fitting out blockade runners at
ST. Pierre.
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11
Lightning's Progress

Perhaps in old days lightning never
struck twice in the same place, but light
ming has made as much progress as the
rest of us, and Saturday 1t struck the same
tree four times out in Manchester.-Hart-
ford Courant.
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11

have not got down to the financial level
Of Cuban bond. Estrada Palma re-
Gently stated that Cuban bonds had
sold as high as 40, and we know that
Spanish As fell several points below that
just before peace negotiations were
Opened,
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11

There are said to be twenty-five thou
sand idle men at Dawson, waiting for
something to turn up So formidable
a force as that should be able to turn
something up.
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11
SIDEWALK TALKS


II look out Of place in Democratic con-
vention? Oh, don't know. The Demo-
Gratis can teach us
judge Macao. Republicans some
things worth know
ing. These fellows. from the present out
look. seem to be well onto their Jobs. They
know what they are here for, any way. and
are going at 1t straight. James McLach-
Ian? Why, he did the best possible thing.
He stands stronger now than he ever did.
The only man who has kick coming about
the matter that know of is Johnny Wray.
He had Mac elected, you know. But he will
recover from the blow in time. you know"
1.-The carelessness that people show In
fooling with electric wires is sometimes
astounding. No one
A. G. Balch: should touch a wire
unless they can see
both ends Of 1t are loose. and even then the
safest plan is to leave 1t alone. Men are
very much like children in such things; If
they see bit of wire hanging they are al
most sure to monkey with it just from Gu
riosity. There is danger in any broken
wire, for If 1t does not carry enough power
to hurt any one it Is apt in breaking to
cross another, and thus to gain enough
electricity to knock out anything that
breathes."
o O o
mo, sir, have not changed my mind at
all about running for congress. 1t does
not matter what Is
Georpe Patton. done about the Bar
low situation, but
don't try to interview a. man in a conven-
ton like this. Don't you see we are max
Ing lots of history today?"
O O o
Pm Just back from Catalina, where /
caught q tuna that weighed-what's that?
You are going to put
r.. q. Duran: me on record? Well,
then I won't say
what 1t weighed. for want no
controversy. Every man should take
a vacation; It don't matter whether
he can afford 1t or not In fact, he cannot
afford not to take one. And the best way
to spend 1t is to go fishing, and fish hard,
and then tell everybody but reporters fish
stories" THE RECEIVER.
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From Colonel De Leur

To the Editor of the Los Angeles Herald:
In your issue Of today appears an article
stating that am charged with using trust
funds placed in my charge by party called
J. C, Vesnhuyzen. When the case Is tried
in the superior courts of this county it will
be found that Z am yet entitled to the con-
fidencs Of all my friends in Los Angeles.
ALBERT DE LEUR.
T.oa Angular August 10. 1888,
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Minister Sewell has ere this awakened
to the fact that there amt going to
be any core"-for him. Dole will hold
on until a new government is ready to
be substituted for the one he improvised,
and those who know him best feel that
his future is in safe hands, the same
being his own.
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11

England and Russia should at least
wait unfit our little affair with Spain is
ended before measuring strength. One
war on the carpet is quite distracting
apouph
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11

The Republican party boasts ten candi-
dates for the governorship Of California.
The Fvsionists have one. This Is GER
tainly a case that reverses the adage
concerning strength in numbers.
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11

Mark Hanna says the president has
been right In all his moves since the war
began" He also, doubtless. approves
of the moves the president didn't make
for several months before the war be-
gan
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11

Republican journals refer to the an
nexation of Cuba as II 1t were an as
sured fact. They seem unable to brook
the delay necessary to the removal Of
the Spanish troops.
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11
Feminine Severity

Helen-What did you think of Hates
new tea gown?
Mattie-It was made rather stylish, but
didn't you think the colors rather weak?
Helen-Yes; they matched her tea very
nicely.-Chicago News.
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THE PUBLIC PULSE
Private Sanitarium

1.-THE Herald under this heading prints
communications, but does not assume re-
sponsibility for the sentiments expressed.
Correspondents are requested to cultivate
brevity so far as is consistent with the
proper expression Of their views.I
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11
This Settles It

To the Editor of the Los Angeles Herald:
Why Is the American nation the greatest
on earth? Because 1t is as strong a S Samp-
son, Schley as fox. walks Miles, full Of
Merritt, and what more Dewey want?
H.
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11

Angel Cervera is son of the admiral,
sharing his captivity. He was with his
father on that fatal day, but failed to
live up to his name.
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Better Than Gold

1t is estimated that the Klondike gold
crop this year will be worth $40, 900 900. The
cotton crop of the south will not be far
from the $3Oo.00o.000 point.-Philadelphia
Inquirer
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11

The European concert doesn't seem tt
be booked for the Washington Madri6
circuit.
The herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1893-1900, 1898-08-11

is an expansion of gray matter and a
colonization Of ideas.
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the difficulty of replacing Scotch engineers
who resigned their posts, refusing to figh
against the Americans.-Press Dispatch)
Oh, aye. I gar my engine shine.
An industry WI brains combine
My wages-tye, they suit me fine
The Jobs a. RIGHT;
But Master Spain, draw the line
At wham 1cht!
All stay an dae hail-herted wark
'Gainst Roosian, Gearman. French or Turk
An nae stern duty wull a shirk
To gar Spain win;
But in my breist saft feelin's Turk
For my ain kin.
IT'S true the Yankee maynt be
A Presbyterian, lik' me,
Nor dig he speak as pearfeck1y
Dor mither tongue;
But fcht WI him-I Gamma dee
A thing sac wrang!
There's maybe p'ints a. dinna lo'e,
An ithers that fair gar me grue
About his government, ITS true
Things far frae guild;
But then. We ken. there's ithers, too,
That show his bluid.
His flag Is no JUST like oor ain
A. mean the Breetish, Master Spain
No juist so simple-like, an plain,
WI stripes and stairs;
Bi WI DOR Jock for RIGHTS o. Men.
The breeze 1t shares!
Ma, ma, a see the days at ham
When Saxons maun thegether stan
In Leeberty's maist holy BAN
'Gainst banded foe;
An there, thegither in the van.
Thae flags maun flow!
Sac, Master Spain, all need tae gang
Frae this auld lam O. dance an sang,
An drop the job ave had sac lang,
Am greatly fearin';
Yer ain folk maun just get the hang
o. engineering.
Toronto Globe
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There isn't room in the Democratic
party for very many Aguinaldos.