Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1898-08-30


OF the note as published, that a copy was
directed to Mr.. Hitchcock. the United
States ambassador at the Russian capi-
tai, but so far nothing has been heard by
cable from him to that effect.
1t is believed that the victory achieved
by the United States in the late war was
a contributing factor In the preparation
of the note. 1t is surmised that that VIC
tory made It clear at once 10 the European
statesmen that to maintain the balance
of power they would be obliged to re-
double their expenditures on account Of
army and navy. else they must be out
stripped by the United States.
The official mind here looks upon the
Russian project for general disarma-
ment as Utoplan at this time, and while
any statement as to the attitude OF the
United States toward such conference
as that proposed is purely conjectural, in
advance Of the receipt of the invitation,
the impression prevails that our govern
ment would not care to take any active
part In Its deliberations.
- ST. PETERSBURG, Aug. 2s.-The news
paners here declare that the czar's mani
festo will probably constitute turning
point in history. The Novosti says: 1T
stands to reason that the disarmament
question cannot be solved without prev
ious removal OF the causes for the arma-
ments The conference must accurately de-
termine the respective pretentions of the
nations and propose means for a peaceful
md n
at the close of the nineteenth century, a
liquidation may be effected Of the inter-
national politics which are SO prolific in
troubles and dangers"
The Novo vremya says: "All true friends
OF peace are naturally on the side Of Rus
sin; but it is impossible to guarantee that
some Of the Western cabinets will not raise
Objections. promoted by the fact that the
armed pence which has existed since 1871
is the main source of their International
strength
Sviat says: "If all the powers accept
Russia's proposition with the same earnest
ness with which 1t is made, the dawn of
the twentieth century will see the idea OF
universal peace triumphant over that of
unrest and discord."
The Viedomosu expresses the opinion that
the note of the ear is essentially "an at
tempt to introduce the element of trust
into international relations adding, who
ever believes I'm the creative power OF ideas
propounded with conviction and clearness
must rejoice that the note brings new and
benefcept course into the worlds life and
groups anew the participants in that life.''
PARIS. Aug. 2s.-The French newspapers
generally distrust the practicablity of the
czars peace scheme. and clearly indicate
that France would make the restoration OF
Alsace-Lorraine a prerequisite to her par
ticipation in the conference.
The Temps says:
1T is to be hoped that Europe. like
France, will consider the czar's proposal ir
a spirit similar to that whereby 1t was
inspired. Nevertheless. II must not be for.
gotten that If France owes 1t to herself tC
aid in such an attempt there is another
portion of her moral patrimony which she
cannot abandon without abdicating the
very reason for her existence. France can
not forget the eloquent words exchanged
between the car and the president regard
ing the rights OF peoples and Justice. Coun,
Muravieff's circular seems a rejoinder Il
Mr.. Goschen's speech, whether or not Il
was SO intended. Therefore, 1t lacks neither
Wit nor appropriateness. However, Il
would be singularly belittling the inspira
ton and meaning of the proposal to SCI
nothing else in 1t or even to connect Il
with wish to hamper from the outset tn,
conclusion of an alliance between tn,
United States and Great Britain. wha
will the Germany of William think Of tn,
initiative OF Nicholas. That prince will
hardly consent to play second fiddle"
The Liberte remarks:
THE gravest questions which demand so
luton involve France. and the car hai
undoubtedly considered these complication
and has consulted the powers interested
II is to be presumed he has reason to be
lieve his views will triumph"
The Masotte de France says:
Russia made us go to Kiel. To-day sh
leads us to q conference which will sane
ton q readjustment OF 1911"
Tho Journal des Debats refers to tn
';Sast which NJ esuuot forget" as being