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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15
The Pre.ldent'. Message.

The Presidents message on the Cuban
question, which was sent to Congress on
Monday, is printed in full elsewhere in
this paper. The message is based first of
all on humanitarian grounds. 1t reviews
the record of Spain's misrule in Cuba,
the constant state of disquiet there. its
elimination in the rebellion which began
three years ago, the atrocities which have
atfronted every sentiment of civilization
and humanity, the powerlessness of Spain
to subdne the rahs' ~ M assure peace.
She is not even willing or desirous to make
an end of this condition of affairs by her
own free act. By the logic of events it
falls to the lot OF this country to stop the
atrocities, rescue the starving, and see that
a stable government is established in Cuba.
There are other considerations, as of the
loss and disturbance to our commerce, the
cost of maintaining neutrality, the danger
to the lives of American citizens, and the
destruction of the Maine, but the great
duty is the duty which we owe to human
ity. This is the keynote Of the message.
AS 70 Tue utluou 10 De pursued the
President holds that it should be by inter.
vention untrammeled by recognition of the
insurgent government. To establish the
soundness of his views upon this point quo
tations are made from the views held and
the action taken by Presidents Jackson,
Grant and Cleveland When all is said
the one conclusion reached is that "In the
name of humanity, in the name of civil
izaton, in behalf of endangered American
interests which give us the right and the
duty to speak and to act, the war in Cuba
must stop" To this end the President
asks for authority to use the military and
naval forces of the United States as may
be necessary, and, keeping the humanita-
rian purpose steadily to the fore, he recon-
mends that the distribution of food and
supplies be continued and that an appro-
pration be made out of the public treas
ury for that purpose. 1t is on this basis,
with moderation and self-poise, but with a
determination that does not finch in the
face of any duty, that the responsibility is
left with Congress for its action.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15

The withdrawal of Gen. Lee from
Havana was accompanied by that of all
the United States consuls in Cuba.
The wording of Gen. Blanco's proclama-
tion in declaring the armistice in Cuba is
regarded as significant in two respects.
First. in showing that Spain yielded to the
great Powers and the Pope, and, second,
that the United States was not included in
the influences which brought about the
concession.
There is evidently great excitement in
Madrid and throughout Spain, with wild
threats against the present government.
The feature of the opposition press is an
endeavor 10 bring Gen. Weyler to the
front and make him the champion of the
cause of revolution, under the guse of
saviour of the national honor.
When Gen. Fitzhugh Lee arrived in
Washington Tuesday afternoon he was ac-
corded an enthusiastic ovation by thous-
ands of persons. The consul general first
paid his respects to Secretary Sherman,
and then called upon the President. Later
he appeared before the Senate committee
on foreign relations and told the members
that he believed the Maine was blown up
by Spanish agencies, but that Captain Gen
eral Blanco had no knowledge of the plot.
The armistice has gone into effect in
Cuba, but as yet no information has been
received as to the attitude of the insurgents.
If they do not accept it the expectation of
the Spanish government is that this will be
made manifest within the next few days by
continued hOstilties by the forces of Gomez
and others. If the Spanish troops are at
tackled while in garrison they will defend
themselves, and thereafter will feel free to
take the offensive.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15

After a long meeting of the Spanish
cabinet in Madrid Wednesday, at which
an extraordinary credit for war purposes
was granted and active steps taken to place
the kingdom in state Of defence, an of
fetal note was issued declaring that the
Spanish government refuses to acknowl-
edge the right of the United States to in
terfere in Cuba. 1t adds "The doctrines
contained in the message Of President Nc
kinley are Incompatible with the SOW
ere gnty and rights of the nation, and are
an interference in the internal affairs of
this country" The cabinet, however, ex-
pressed the opinion that it is not called up-
on to take action until the recommenda-
tions of President Mckinley have become
specific acts.
Don Carlos, the pretenGer to the Span
ish throne, has issued a manifesto, in the
course of which he says: "The Carlist
who in the face of war with the United
states, would rise in arms against Spain is
traitor"
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15

Admiral Beranger, formerly minister of
marine, spoils the assertion of Weyler that
there were no mines in Havana harbor by
his interview in FL Heraldo, says Madrid
despatch. He expresses his confidence in
the ability of the Spanish navy to come
out victorious in a conflict with the United
States, and says he does not fear a night
attack on any Cuban ports because Ha-
vana, Cienfugos, Neuvitas and Santiago
are defended by electric and automatic tor
pedoes with a large radius of action.
He says that he and Canovas arranged
to send 100 torpedoes to Cuban ports, and
that they were placed in position by a we'll
known torpedo expert. The imprudence
of the admiral's disclosures is recognized.
The impartial, in commenting on it, says
it affords warning to the enemy in case
of war and also furnishes reason for as
serting that one of these torpedoes blew
up the Maine.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15

the effort, which was entirely proper and
was finally successful, to limit the debate
upon the resolution to forty minutes.
Some of the Democrats strenuously object
ed to this, and that was the occasion of
the recrmination and personalities which
led to an incident closely resembling free
fight.
As soon as the Senate convened on
Wednesday Mr.. Davis, chairman of the
committee on foreign relations, was recog-
nized by the vice president and presented
the foreign committees report on the Gu
ban question. This report reviewed the
history of our relations with Spain and the
conditions in Cuba, making a special feat
ure of the Maine disaster, and discussing
the law and precedent Of Intervention. 1t
was scathing arraignment of Spain for
her policy in Cuba, and though of great
length was listened to intently to the end.
In connection with the report resolutions
were submitted declaring the people of
Cuba free and Independent, demanding the
withdrawal of Spain from the island, and
directing the President to carry out the
resolutions, by the use of force, if neces-
sary. Three Democratic members of the
committee and Mr.. Foraker of Ohio pre-
sented minority report in favor of recog-
MUM VI IHe independence OF Jne present
Cuban government. Following the pre-
sentation of the report and resolutions,
and after Mr. Hoar of Massachusetts had
insisted that consideration of the resolu
tions go over until Thursday on point of
order, came two of the most remarkable
speeches yet delivered on the Cuban ques-
tion. Mr.. Foraker of Ohio and Mr.. Lodge
Of Massachusetts, both brilliant orators.
presented different phases Of the Cuban
situation. Mr. Foraker advocated the di-
rect recognition of the independence of
the Cuban republic, and with an eloquence
and yehemence seldom heard in the Sen
ate splendidly maintained his position.
Mr. Lodge followed with an appeal for
action in preservation of the nations hon
or and in wiping out the stain of the 'atro-
cious murder in Havana harbor. Moved
by his words, the galleries were swept with
tremendous wave of applause. Mr..
Lindsay of Kentucky concluded the dis
cussion for the day with powerful speech,
in which he advocated the recognition of
the Cubans and a concert of action be-
tween the insurgent army and the United
States troops in driving the Spanish forces
from Cuba.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15
American Liners for war service.

One of the most significant incidents in
the war preparations was that on Wednes-
day when notice was given that the gov
ernment will take the magnificent steamers
ST. Paul and st Louis of the American
line for conversion into auxiliary cruisers.
The ships practically have been impressed.
They are taken under the postal subsidy
act, which permits the government in case
of emergency to take possession of the
the ships, and in case of disagreement be-
tween the government and the owners as to
the price to be paid for them the matter is
referred to arbitration. 1t will take about
three weeks to fit them for their new ser
vice. 1t is understood that they will be
attached to the flying squadron. Capt.
Sigsbee will be given command of which
ever ship is first ready for service.
Probably this move was FASTENED by the
action of the Spanish government in ac-
quiring two merchant vessels of the Ham
burg g-American line.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15
Schley's FIghters at Sea.

Commodore Schley's flying squadron
left Hampton Roads Wednesday and put to
sea on some unknown mission. The COM
motore carried sealed orders, and, if it is
the intention of the navy department to
move the fleet nearer to Porto Rico, it is
said the first calling place will be the Ber-
muda Islands. 1t is deemed probable, how
ever, that the movement has no signif-
canoe as war maneuver, but that it is in
the nature of practical drill to give the
restless officers and men something to do
for few DAYS.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15
Why They Howl at Mckinley.
From the Hartford Courant.l

Some of the differences between the
President and the noisy but non-combat-
ant warriors of Congress are impressing
themselves on the public mind. Mr.. Nc
Kinley deals with serious matters in a Sc
rious temper. He is not declaiming and
attitudinizing for the galleries. He does
not regard it as permissible to play politics
with the interests of his country and the
lives of his countrymen. Those interests,
those lives, the observance of his oath. the
faithful execution of the office of President.
the approval of his own conscience-these
are more important to William Mckinley
than popular plaudits, party prospects or
even Impossible as it may be for the Hon.
Mr.. Bobadil and the Hon. Mr.. PAROLES to
believe it) reelection.
No wonder that Bobadil and PAROLES,
the whole ignoble army of the demagogues,
jingoes, and yellow Journalists, hate the
President They do it on instinct. 1t
isn't in them to understand him, but they
feel that he is not of their kind.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15
Yesterdays Developments.

Debate in the Senate---TaIk of Furth-
Intervention by the Powers---
More Testimony by Gen. Lee.
The United States Senate was the cen
tire of interest yesterday. The Cuban reso-
lutions were under debate. The feature
of the day was a strong speech by Senator
Hoar OF Massachusetts, in favor of calm
ness, of moderation, and of righteous
action. The senator sustained fully the
course of President Mckinley. He be-
leved in intervention, but not in the rec
ognition of Cuba's independence
The contest in the Senate is over the
form of the resolution to be adopted. The
conservative Senators favor the more
moderate declaration of the House resolu-
tion. 1t is probable that in the end the
matter will be referred to a conference of
the two houses. 1t is now in doubt whether
the Senate debate can be ended and a vote
taken today or whether it will be contin-
ued until tomorrow. There is talk of a
continuous session to force action.
The question is now on the recognition
OF Cuban independence and of forcing the
President to immediate action. If the
Senate votes for the recognition of indie
pendence, the friends of the administration
will make a more stubborn rally in the
House and may delay action for a few
days, but it now seems probable that de-
eision will be reached, if not today then
during the day tomorrow. On this final
action by Congress now depends the
course which events must take.
An interesting development in the situ-
alton yesterday was the report of further
movement in behalf of peace by the Euro
pean powers. 1t is understood that the
present movement is mot of the same
mild character" as the former one, and
that it contemplates that influence shall be
eXe-ted at Washington rather than Mad
rid, France and Austria are foremost in
the movement.
Consu. General Lee gave yesterday,
further interesting and important testimony
before the senate foreign relations COM
mittee.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15
senator Morrill, IS Years Old

Senator Morrirs SSth birthday ami
versary was celebrated last evening with
the usual annual reception at his home on
Thomas circle, Washington. There was a
large attendance, a profusion of flowers
and many gifts. The chaplain of the
Senate, in his invocation at the opening of
Wednesdays session, made a beautiful and
touching reference TO the SSth natal day of
the Patriarch of the Senate and father of
bo.h branches of Congress-" and gave
thanks for the recovery from severe illness
of Mrs. Morrill,.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15
The Man who Laid the Mine.

A detailed sensational story is printed in
the Boston Globe this morning to the effect
that the man who laid the mines in Havana
harbor under Weyler's orders has been ar
rested in Chicago and is now on his way
to Washington in charge of United States
secret service officers. This story is that
at buoy No. g, where the Maine was blown
up, he laid an extra mine by Weyler's ex-
press order. He was sent to Florida and
early in March received orders from the
Spaniards to flee to Europe.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15

a new method OF campaign against
Cinnamon seeking admission to this coun-
try by fraudulent means has been adopted
by United States District Attorney Martin.
Heretofore the Celestial seeking admission
has made arrangements with a certain
countryman already here to appear before
the court and to swear 70 whatever condi-
tions are necessary for his admission. Mr..
Martins rule now is TO submit these state
ments to the government inspectors in the
proper localities and if they are found to be
untrue, to arrest the witnesses for perjury.
The plan thus far has proven effective.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15

The Republican members of the ways
and means committee have outlined war
measure revenue-raising plan which they
think would provide 100000, 600 annual
ly. 1t is estimated that an additional tax
of 81 barrel on beer would yield 81, 900, e.
600; a bank stamp tax on the lines of the
law Of 1866 is estimated to bring $4,000,
600, and the remainder would come from
small additional taxes on tea, coffee and
tobacco.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15
The Congregational Proceedings Tues.
daX

The United States Senate Tuesday had
the Cuban question under consideration
for nearly three hours. Three resolutions
bearing upon the matter were introduced,
one by Mr.. Lindsay of Kentucky, direct
ing that the contemplated operations
against the Spanish in Cuba be in concert
with Gen. Gomez, the supreme command
to be vested in the commander of the
United States forces to the end that the
independence of the Cubans be secured /;
second, by Mr.. Wilson of Washington, di-
recting the President at once to take such
steps as will secure to the people of Cuba
an independent and Republican form of
government; third, by Mr.. Allen of Ne
braska, declaring the existence of war in
Cuba, and directing the President to take
steps to stop it and secure to the people of
the island stable and Independent gov
ernment. Following the introduction of
the resolutions, speeches were delivered by
Mr.. Pettus of Alabama Mr.. Mason of
Illinois, and Mr.. Butler of North Carolina,
all in opposition to the Presidents pro-
gram. Consideration of the sundry civil
bill was resumed, but no progress was
made.
In the House there was a warm debate
over the Presidents policy, which was de-
nounced as "vaclllating" by Mr.. Lentz, an
Ohio Democrat. Gen. Grosvenor, in re-
ply, interpreted the recommendations in
the Presidents message to mean a request
for authority to use the army and navy
of the United States to establish on the
island of Cuba government independent
of Spain. Mr. Bailey of Texas, the Dem
ocratic leader, took the position that if the
President meant to declare for the indie
pendeDce of Cuba he would have said so
in specific words.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15

The Mortified News states authorita.
lively that Hon. Frank Pumley of that
town will not be a candidate for Congress
in the Second district. Mr.. Plumley's
candidacy had not been formally announc-
ed, but he had expressed an intention to
enter the field. The contest is between
Gen. w. w. Grout, the present incumbent,
and Judge L. NJ. Read of Bellows Falls.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15

The Republican members of the ways
and means committee have agreed to au-
thorize, in case Of war, the issuing of $780,
100000 bonds in amounts OF $50 each.
making great popular loan to be taken
by the people. To tide over emergencies
the secretary of the treasury will be au-
thorized to issue treasury certificates.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15

Burning grass near the railroad set fire
to and destroyed the Baptist church in the
village of Braintree Monday. The church
ediiice was one of the oldest in the state
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15

The Spanish minister, Senior Polo has
made final preparations for his departure
from Washington, but no actual step in
that direction will be taken until sIecific
instructions are received from Madrid.
The official achieves have been sea ed in
readiness to be placed in charge c. the
French ambassador.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15
In Congress-.
The Action Taken by the House on
Wednesday.

The House of Representatives adopted
on Wednesday resolution authorizing and
directing the President to intervene at once
TO stop the war in Cuba. The resolution
is in these terms:
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Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15

The Only Question Is as to the Form Of
the DecIaration---the House Has Acted
---the Question Now Under Debate In
the Senatt---Events of the Week.
Deseret evening news. [volume] (Great Salt Lake City [Utah]) 1867-1920, 1898-02-04
KILLED TWO OFFICERS.
Brahmin Lawyer to Die for Killing Eng
lishmen.

Poonah, Bombay Presidency, Feb. 8.
-Damodar Chapekar. the Brahmin
lawyer who was arrested in October
last on the charge of being connected
with the murder of Lieut.. ARREST and
Commissioner Rand on June 22nd, by
shooting them from ambush as they
We're leaving the governors reception
in honor of queen Victoria's diamond
jubilee, has been sentenced to death.
Damodar, when arrested In October
4th last, promptly confessed having
murdered Plague Commissioner Rand
with the aid of an accomplice, and ad-
mitted also that he was the instigator
of the tarTing of the queens statue at
Bombay. He is about % years of age
and well educated.
He was refused enlistment in the
army because of his caste. Then he
offered to raise n whole company of
Deccanni Brahmins provided he was
given some rank in the company. This
offer was also declined and from that
time seems to have risen his hatred
for the British and the Indian govern
ment, which finally led him to exclaim
in the midst of excitement over the
plague restrictions at Poonah last
summer, so many people are dying of
the plague; is there none prepared to
die putting an end to the author of all
this tyranny"
The police interpreted this to be n
Rand. who was experimenting the
Lieut.. ARREST because he and his &c
completes thought the lieutenant had
witness the killing OF Commission
y Rand
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No Appropriations for scctarian Purposes.

Washington. Feb. 3.--Judge Hagner
in the equity court today made ruling
of far-reaching Importance, holding in
effect that it is unconstitutional for
Congress to appropriate money for sec
tartan institutions.
The court granted an injunction re-
straining the treasurer OF the United
States from paying to the directors of
the Providence hospital any money be-
longing to the United States or the
District of Columbia, in accordance
with an agreement with the commits
sioners of the District and the hospital
directors.
The agreement in question was that
grounds of Providence hospital build
ing for the treatment Of minor conta-
gious diseases without expense to the
hospital. but should be paid out of an
appropriation fro that purpose con-
tanned in the district appropriation
bill, approved March 2, 1897. and that
when the building should be completed
1t should be turned over to the officers
of Providence hospital.
The application for the injunction
was made by Joseph Bradheld, who
maintained that the question arising
in connection with the payment OF
money involved n principle and n pre-.
cedent for the approximation of United
States funds for the use and support OF
religious societies contrary to the Con.
stitution. The case will be taken tC
the court of appeals.