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Evening star., 1898-06-20

Ihe refusal of the Spanish authorities 10
exchange the Merrimac prisoners for Span
lSh soldiers now in American custody iust
reported by the government. is in all its
bearings one of the ugliest incidents of this
war Hobson and his companions earned
the plaudits of the entire world by their
brave deed, and even Spain was forced TO
acknowledge the heroism of the act Whic h
caused her embarrassment Immediate ne
sotiations were instituted for the release of
the men by exchange There was every in
dlcatlon that this act of civilized warfare
would De permitted. especially as the Ameri-
can authorities were not disposed to be mig
Sardly in freeing more than the equivalent
number of Spanish soldiers in return for the
release of Hobson's party. The Spanish Off
GERS at Santiago had given evidences OF
admiration of Hobson's work and bravery,
and there was good reason to look for
prompt action on their part when the orders
for the exchange reached them. Their
action III putting the prisoners in the line
OF hre was despicable but characters ticaIIy
Spanish.
Now comes word that Spain refuses to ex-
cnange the prisoners. There are three nos
sible reasons for this course, 50 contrary to
the recognized custom in time of war
Spain may have decided that it is bad
policy to permit such heroes to return to
their own people. to inspire them with their
presence; as though the American forces
today need any further inspiration than the
orders of their commanders and the oppor-
tunity TO square The bloody account opened
at Havana on the night of February 10 Or
1t may be that the naughty dons at Madrid
and Havana have been in truth offended by
the admonition that this government would
mold personally responsible the Spanish Off
GERS at Santiago for the safety of Hobson
and his men; this suggestion has been adj
Vanced during the past few days. and the
news reports have pictured with high color
Ing the anger of the Spanish authorities at
the base insinuation' that these prisoners
would not be entirely safe in Spanish hands.
The third possible reason for this refusal is
not pleasant to consider: there NAV now be
no American prisoners on nand to exchange.
Ihe heroes of the Merrimac may be dead
There is no insuperable difficulty in the
way of believing that Hobson and his men
nave been killed while in the hands of the
Spaniards. II will he a sorry day for Spaiu
when the truth becomes known, If this sus-
pcion should later be verified.
Evening star., 1898-06-20
The Duty of Congress.

A palmer situation or one appealing
more strongly to the sense of fair play
caEnot be conceived of than that existing
in the Senate with respect to the New
lands resolution. The measure comes from
the House by an overwhelming majority
1t is strongly desired by the President. II
is indorscd by the highest army and navy
authorities. 1t is approved by good ma
jority of the Senate itself. The only ques-
tion relates TO securing a vote. A call OF
the roll tomorrow would result in sending
the resolutions TO the White House for the
Presidents signature. The whole contro-
versy. therefore. turns not upon the resolu-
tions, but upon the right of the majority
to rule.
The minority do not disguise their object
or intent. Ii is not debate but fill
buster which they are inaugurating today.
Their hope is not in argument but in itera-
tion. They do not expect to convince but
y wear senators out. 1t is not too much
- say that they are setting up a nuisance,
with the expectation of coercing the ma
jority through fear for their health. Their
sole reliance is on lung power and the heat
of summer. Like the Spaniards in Cuba.
whose cause they are indirectly aiding,
their reliance for success is principally on
the weather
1t is early yet. This is only the Goth of
June. Congress at the long session rarely
ever finishes up so soon. The weather is
good. Neither the state nor the Congress
campaigns will open before September.
Congress therefore can we'll afford to stay
little longer. 1t need not stay all sum-
mer. There is good deal of bluff in. the
program of the filibusters. They are really
not so warm-not half so warm as they are
trying to make appear that Washington
summer weather is. Besides, they will be
carrying the big end of the stick, and if
pressed will wilt first.
The thing for Congress to do is to stay
ii out The Senate is contending for two
propositions. both important: % The right
of the majority to rule. and (2) for the pas
sage of a measure absolutely essential to
the success of American policy in the Pa
cifc To postpone plain duty at this time
will be to play into the hands of the enemy.
Evening star., 1898-06-20

nority in front, but heading democratic op-
position to an administration measure. 1t
was a spectacle well calculated to asteund
his republican associates. who saw their
own guns turned thus against them by
their own leader.
At last steps were taken to call the
Speaker down. The republican members
determined to have vote on Hawaii and
a caucus was on the cards. One notice was
given to Mr.. Reed. when. seeing that he
could not longer hold up the House by the
misuse of the powers of his office, he yield
ed, the caucus was abandoned, and the
resolution taken up and passed.
These are the facts. So far from having
strengthened himself by his course. Mr..
Reed has caused regret to be felt by the
great body of his friends and admirers.
Against his own shining record he stood
out thus Tor minority rule and practically
for time constituted the minority him
self Never before in the history of the
House has the one-man power been so
signally exhibited. And the exhibitor was
the distinguished champion of majority
rule,
Unfortunately. too, Mr.. Reeds bad eX-
ample is in operation in the Senate. The
majority there, as they were i'm the House.
are in favor of the resolution and of an
early vote. They are entitled to vote
But the minority are threatening obstruc-
ton Taking their cue from Mr.. Reed, and
with rules highly favorable to obstruction
they are planting themselves as he did,
across the pathway of the resolution. They
are guiding by him. They are justifying
themselves by pointing to him. And thus
Mr.. Reed has become not only republican
leader of democratic minority, but the
chief of flibusters and an obstructionist
altogether lovely.
Does the Philadelphia Ledger seriously
believe that Mr.. Reeds attitude in this mat
ter strengthens him before the country?
Evening star., 1898-06-20

The Presidents selection of H. V. Boyn-
ton to be brigadier general of volunteers
commends itself as one of the most satis-
factory appointments of the campaign.
Cen Boynton is closely identified with the
military history of the country, not only
IRON d literary standpoint but in his capac-
ity as an actual participant in some of the
herceSt lighting of the civil war. His work
III connection with the preservation of the
battlefield of Chickamauga has been
worthy OF the highest commendation. The
enterprise was practically of his inspiration,
while its execution has earned for him the
praise of all who have understood the mag
ntude and Importance of the task Since
this war began he has been actively engag-
ed for the government In arranging this
great military park as rendezvous, and it
is entirely fitting now that he should be
honored anew with the rank of brigadIer
general, which he earned in the late war
by his gallantry and efficiency. Gen. Boyn-
ton Is well beloved by Washingtonians.
among whom he has worked for many
years, and his admirable personal qualities
have won for him such high esteem that
ne will be congratulated by practically the
entire community.
Evening star., 1898-06-20
Still BlulnnX,

Spain SomchoT manages to keep up her
bold front OF confidence better than might
nave been expected Under the very depress-
ing Circumsts nces that are steadily driving
her into a corner. Admirable in0eed is the
comrosure with which she encounters the
various defetts that are laying the foun6a-
ton OF the American conquest. Pitiable in
the extreme is the condition of the mis-
guided people of the lower classes who are
being fed upon the stories of success and
deiIded into the belief that the American
forces are being defeated and evaded and
out-generaied. Some day the awakening
will come and ith it a day of reckoning
for those who are now maintaining such An
uIiruff1ed front Of apparent confidence in
the ability of Spain to hold her own against
the United States. A recent demonstra-
ton of this spirit of bravado comes in the
form of dispatch from Madrid annoupn.
ihg that in response to report from
Blanco that his supplies are falling short
1t has heen decided to ship to him al once
several steamers laden with the necessar-
les required by him, strongly conveyed. 1t
Is lncomprebensibe that such fol-de-rol
shcuid be accepted by the people of Spain
and the loyal residents of Cuba as a sin
cere statement. The pretense that the Gu
'tiH oioShdpS Is lileHectlte is daily
piCded by the utter inability of merchant
men TO reach port. Blanco's own appeal
Tor supplies proves that the Gordon is in
tact and that nothing can get through.
But 1t is hiI ted, this fleet of supply SHIPS
VIII be able to reach Havana, because for
sooth they are to be conveyed. With what
piayE What is there af1oat in the Spanish
navy-and unbottled-that is capable tot.av
o. conveying fleet of provision ships TO
CGbd! III there be men-of-war capable of
anordinS safeguard for the supp,y shins
why mas the famous Cadiz feet been kept
IN port for these many weeks. while III.
American campaign has progressed to he
point OF a crushing blow? Even as the
biave words Were being sent out from
Madrid about supplies and conveys this
government vas authoritatively Informed
ttat the Cadiz fleet is incapable of putting
u sea on an aggressive errand of war
Subsequent developments have not altered
TINS belief. even though the ships under
'amtra nave left CadiZ Indeed the most
reliatle indications concerning this fleet
Point to 4 continued program of buncoing
the people of Spain. Blanco will be left to
MS late, and Cei vera, and August and all
the rest OF them, and Madrid will continue
10 buster and brag, and probably when
Havana is occupied by the American force
It Will be bulletined from Spain's capital
that she has won another glorious victory
Evening star., 1898-06-20
Whites Claim of u Deal.
washington Dispatch to PHILADELPHIA Press.

Washington Dispatch to Philadelphia Press.
Senator White, who will lead the opposi-
ton to the bill, claims that certain repub-
lican senators entered into an agreement
with the democrats that if the war revenue
bill were voted on promptly the Hawaiian
question would be put over until next ses-
sion. As parties to this agreement there are
named Senators Aldrch. Allison and Hale
Senator Allison has stated most emphati-
cally to the Press correspondent that he
was never a party to any agreement re-
garding the Hawaiian resolution in any of
its phases. Senators Aldrch and Hale have
not cenied the charge that they entered
into an agreement such as is stated, and
the inference is that they did give some
such promise.
The question that is now being asked is
what authority had Hale to make any
agreement except so far as his own indi-
vidual vote is concerned. which is believed
to be against Hawaii. He is not a member
of the finance committee and had nothing
to do with the war revenue bill in any
shape form. His pro-Spanish attitude
throughout the whole controversy that led
up to the present war was SO pronounced
and so at variance with the policy and sem
iiment of the republicans that he is not
considered as representing any part of the
republican side Of the Senate.
Outside of Senators Aldrich and Hale no
one can be found on the republican side
who is suspected of being in league with
the democrats to defeat this administrat ton
measure.
Evening star., 1898-06-20
A Hope of Dawn.

When this tattle din is ended and the
smoke is cleared away
Who knows but We will bid farewell fore
ever to the fray?
For, in spite of all the fightin, there is
lots that shows us clear
How humanity gifts closer an more kindly
every year.
The hands 'gainst brethren raised are clasp
ed in friendliness once more.
An old-time taunts are silent that were
hurled from shore to shore
OF course all prophesyin with a heap O.
risk is fraught,
But there amt no limitations on a may
be" lire O. thought.
There's never any tellin' what the morrow
may unfold
whisper it most gently, cause 1t seems
uncommon bold,
An l wouldn't undertake to argue close
down to the text
Yet who knows but the millenniumll be
a-startin next?
Evening star., 1898-06-20

From the New York Mail and Express.
1t Is altogether improbable that Speaker
Red is surprised at the silence concerning
himself that marked yesterdays Cumber-
land county republican convention which
met in his home city of Portland. The
Speaker cannot have been In doubt as to
republican sentiment In Maine regarding
the annexation of Hawaii. The sentiment
was made sufficiently manifest at the time
the Cleveland administration sought to dis
credit the good faith and impeach the per-
soual integrity of John L. Stevens. also of
Maine. while this Iamented diplomat and
journalist was United States minister .nt
Honolulu. The Speakers attitude toward
Hawaii Is purely personal to himself He
Is not among those who believe a congress-
man should seek to reflect the unofficial
sentiment Of his constituents rather fhan
provo true to his own convictions. There
fore he must have foreseen displeasure at
home How this disp}easure may afYect
his poiitica! future IL another question.
Evening star., 1898-06-20
A EulOgy With No Support.
The Philadelphia Ledger saws.

4iS THiiduelphld Ledger says:
In nothing has Speaker Reeds force Of
cIar dcter been better shown than in the
way ne kept the House from passing the
resolutions providing for the annexation of
Hawaii Though the forces at work for the
Incorporation of that undesirable territorv
with the United States were strong and
persistent. though a powerful lobby was
constantly pushing for annexation and
thCuSh what finally proved to be a de-
ciSlVe m3Jority in favor of annexation xas
gradually developed in the House the
Speaker continued to dominate the situa-
ton, not by unfair means bur bv the
sheer force of his influence on the mem
bers, until point was reached when the
pressure became too strong even for him
and the measure was passed Even then IL
Is not certain that the annexationists
would have been successful had Mr. Reed
been in mis- place and able to exert his ner-
soEai magnetism: but he was sick for a
week, and that gave his enemies their on
portunity. Under the circumstances his
deieat was equivalent 10 a victory and will
strengthen rather than loosen his hold on
me body over which he presldes."
THIS is eulogy at the expense of facts.
The Ledger is much mistaken The annex
alton victory in the House was not won by-
accident or by a fuke. 1t did not depend
on the state OF Mr.. Reeds health. Had he
Kept his feet and usual strength the New
lands resolution would have poIIed the
same vote that it did poll and al the same
time There can be no question on this
point.
Mr.. Reed did not dominate the situation
by the sheer force OF his influence" but by
al abuse OF power which his party had put
into his hands He was reelected Speaker
on tho strength of the splendid record he
had made in fighting minority obstruction
and In establishing prompt majority rule.
vyff fipa tula
for business. had earned him great honor
at his party's hands. But here he was. not
only reversing himself and putting the mi
Evening star., 1898-06-20

Spain is chuckling over the fact that
some of the ships of Camaru's feet that
sailed yesterday from Cadiz carried large
quantities of mysterious new explosive
of tremendous power. which is certain to
work untold destruction among tho Ameri-
cans. Perhaps this marvel OF military
chemistry Is no moro nor less than tho
brutality of Weyler. the "cusxedness" of
de LONE and the chagrin Of Polo COM
pounded upon q new recipe and cryatelHxeG
Evening star., 1898-06-20

Always mt HIS Post.

Washington Correspondence Lewiston (sle) Journal
The Illness of Speaker Reed is the first
fer the last three years that he has been
presiding over the House of Representa-
tives. The Speaker has been one of the
very few members of the House who could
always be depended upon to be at the
House promptly every day of the session at
noon. The Speaker has rarely attended the
Friday night sessions of the House. which
are devoted to the consideration of pension
business. On those nights he has designat-
ed some member to act speaker pro tenn.
Evening star., 1898-06-20
WOm1em's
Bathing Suits.

The new stock is here in all its
completeness. The suits are correct,
they are sensible, durable and, per
haps the best of all, they are very
pretty. The Caps and Shoes are
also here in abundance to help make
the outfit complete.
Evening star., 1898-06-20

The report that Mexican actors went to
Havana. in defiance of the American block
ade. may be misleading. Perhaps the act
crs, like the Lafayette, did not know there
was any blockade until it was too late to
make any difference.
Evening star., 1898-06-20
ReDrehenEihlC.

THAT man ought to be courtmartialed,' y
said the Spanish officer. Indignantly.
You mem The one who hasn't been
heard from for so long,"
Yes. The idea of general doing any
thing without sending home an account of
the victory before ne starts. Now he's lost
and some of will have to do his work
for him."
Evening star., 1898-06-20
The Senate Cannot Afford If.


1t is shown that with respect to Hawaii a
large majority of the House clearly COM
prehends and truly represents the will of
the American people. The Senate cannot
afford to be found in contempt of that will
The deliberative branch must realize that
the duty of deliberation has been fully dis
charged, and that the time for action has
come
Evening star., 1898-06-20
Debating With His Conscience.

You object to the sugar trust because
it has too much money said Senator
Sorghum.
You can so express it if you choose" re-
piled the man whose feelings run away
with him.
We'll, perhaps you are right. And per =
haps it is my duty to do what 1 can, in my
weak way. to induce it to give up some of
its wealth to deserving politicians"
Evening star., 1898-06-20

The real object in sending away the Ca
diz fleet may have been to silence the pop
ular inquiries as to what it meant by lying
there and doing nothing. in a crisis like the
present
Evening star., 1898-06-20

Concerning the safety of the men who
sank the Merrimac. it is reasonable to as
sumo that the Spaniards at Santiago are
for numerous reasons disposed to be vast
ly more discreet than their countrymen at
home.
Evening star., 1898-06-20

1t is to be assumed that the natives of
the Philippine Islands will be too thankful
TO be rid of their oppressors, to think of
being captious about the organization of q
new government.
Evening star., 1898-06-20

The German emperor evidently cannot
rid himself of the impression that the en-
tire population of this country is losing
sleep over reports that he has said some
thing
Evening star., 1898-06-20

Ii Is tardly to be assumed that In asking
Tor d free government the Philippines will
undertake 10 defend themselves unassis,ed
against the territorial ambitions of Europe.
Evening star., 1898-06-20
The Only Possible Transaction.

We'll said the Spaniard, as he turned
in for his siesta, there's no use of our bor-
rowing trouble
II know it, replied the minister of
finance. But it's the only thing We can
get without collateral"
Evening star., 1898-06-20

1t is but fair TO give notice to any nation
thdt may be nursing hostile sentim ents that
the country will know more about war
wher 1t gets through with this one than 1t
does at present.
Evening star., 1898-06-20
BuZZacOtt's
Camping Outfit.

We shall place on sale tomorrow.
tuesday, lot of Buzzacott's Camp
ing Outfits, very much below the
regular price. These outfits have
been adopted by the u. S. army, and
consist of stove, oven, roasting pans,
dipper, coffee pot, ladle, fork, etc.
They can be folded compactly into a
surprisingly small space, and have
iron handle for carrying.
Special price, $500.
Regular price, $3.50.
Fifth floor.
Evening star., 1898-06-20
SHOOTING STARS.
Self Valuation.

ut must take a great deal of egotism to
make men talk about themselves as they
do remarked Miss Cayenne.
Sometimes it's sort of modesty," re-
piled Willie Washington. "They realize the
danger of being overlooked unless they
make a great deal of noise.'
Evening star., 1898-06-20

Some of the democrats are beginning to
suspect that Mr.. Bailey Is a leader OF the
jack-o lantern variety.
Evening star., 1898-06-20

Women's All-wool Navy Blue Flannel bathing
Suits. with turnover collar high neck and short
sleeves, trimmed with white braid CO . =
Zach
Evening star., 1898-06-20

Superior Extra Heavy China and Japanese Mat
ting best wearing goods made,
35c. a yard. $I2.oo roll of 40 yards
Finer grades, 4oc., soc. and 65c.
Third floor.
Evening star., 1898-06-20
COcOamut
Fiber Mattresses.

Fiber Mattresses.
These Mattresses are made of the
highest grade curled cocoanut fiber.
They are clean, soft and durable, and
are by far the best low-priced Mat
tresses in the market.
Covered with best quality ticking.
Size 3 x6I-3 feet-$7.oo each.
Size 31x6 Is feet-$7.5o each. ;.
Size a x6I-3 feet-$8oo each.
Size 4!x6 Is feet-$8.5o each.
We carry In stock and make to order woven wire
springs 70 at bed. Prices guaranteed the
lowest for best materials and workmanship.
$I.5o to 5000 each
Third 6oor.
Evening star., 1898-06-20

Women's Navy Blue Bathing Suits. in flannel and
mohair high neck, short sleeves, slashed col
lar trimmed with OF white braid. ca or
Evening star., 1898-06-20

into one Of the deadliest combinations ever
known. These cornponents are such as to
produce highly explosive effects.
Evening star., 1898-06-20

The principal ingredient Of Spain's new
and mysterious explosive is believed to oe
printers ink
Evening star., 1898-06-20

Extra Heavy Fancy China and japanese Mat
ting,
25c. ward.
Evening star., 1898-06-20
Cool
Mating.

AS the days grow warmer the need
for cool floor coverings becomes
more apparent. Our facilities for
furnishing the best grades OF China
and Japanese Mating at short no
tice are unsurpassed.
The stock is new and fresh, and
the prices absolutely the best for
first goods.
Good Grade Fancy China Mating.
IIc. yard. $500 roll of 40 yards.
Evening star., 1898-06-20

Women's Black Mohair Bathing Suits high neck,
short sleeves. broad sailor collar with reyeres,
trimmed with white and black braid. So oC
. . . . . . . . . . y v =
Evening star., 1898-06-20

Womens Black Mohair Bathing Suits, with
braided shield front in white and black, broad
sailor collar. hort sleeves. extra full ScOo
skirts. Each. NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. pO'oo
Evening star., 1898-06-20

Heavy Grades Fancy China Mating,
ISc. yard. $3.50 roll OF 40 yards.
Evening star., 1898-06-20

Women's Black Mohair Bathing Suits, yoke front,
high neck, short sleeves broad sailor col q, -
lar, trimmed with red braid. Each. 49,. 9-Oo
Evening star., 1898-06-20

Women's Extra Fine Quality Moiair Bathing
Suits, in black and dark blue. with broad sailor
collar of white and red mohair, trimmed c. 70
with black braid Each. Observation-Disclosures. ~