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The times., 1899-12-16

On its face the scheme of NJ. Jean Ber-
lier. the eminent French engineer, to tun-
mel the Straits of Gibraltar from Spain to
Morocco looks like merely commercial
project which if accomplished would add
materially to the transportation facilities
between Europe and the north coast Of At
rica. Tt is so treated, as far as we are able
to learn in Paris, where the matter is re-
ceiving much and distinguished attention.
Il happens, however, that while the idea
appears TO be entirely feasible from an en-
gineering viewpoint, its cost being esti-
mated at a figure within reason, and the
investment promising a fair return on the
necessary capital, it involves political
question the appearance of which has been
long dreaded by the powers of Europe, as
one almost certain at some future time to
lead TO war. In other words, the construc-
tion of the intercontinental tunnel referred
to would open up the question of the po-
litical control of the Sultanate of Morocco,
a State which is on the point of disintegra-
tion and the territory of which is yearned
for by more than one nation.
As Morocco is Just across the strait
from Gibraltar its possession by any strong
military power would render England's
control of the Mediterranean entrance a
nullity Hence England Will not, without
fight. permit a rival to occupy it, or at
least its Mediterranean littoral Germany
considers that the possession of Morocco
by another would be injurious to her in
terests in Africa and calculated to prevent
the rounding out Of German colonial ter
TitOTy in that continent. Germany and
England could easily reach a satisfactory
division settlement between them, and
that, it is believed, was one of the impor-
tant state affairs discussed by the En-
peror and his Foreign Minister, with Mr.
Chamberlain, during the recent visit to
Queen Victoria.
But France and Spain have been finessing
together to get control of Morocco for
themselves. Spain, with French money,
has been busily fortifying the heights op-
posite Gibraltar, and France has been pre-
pairing at the first favorable opportunity to
push her Algerian frontier westward. In
diplomatic circles it has been suspected
that Russia has secretly encouraged this
Franco-S Spanish movement, and might back
it with arms when the time should come
for action. Should France for instance,
formally adopt the tunnel project, TO which
it is reported Spain already has acceded,
the question would at once assume political
Importance and would certainly precipi-
tate strained diplomatic situation in Eu-
rope which might shortly end in a general
confiagration
Some little time ago We yentuTed TO sug-
gest that the first serious British reverse in
South Africa might be the signal for re
newed and serious international movements
menacing to Great Britains imperial in
terests. The springing into public atten-
tion of this tunnel proposition may mean
most interesting developments.
The times., 1899-12-16
The Persecution Of Heroes.

1t is becoming more and more evident
that one Of the things most needed just
at present IS a society for the protection
Of heroes. The profession is a dangerous
one at best, but it IS not necessary TO add
the terrors Of peace TO those Of war. Any
seIf-respecting hero is willing 10 brave
Of doing his duty but after he has pur-
sued this course to the end and taken his
degree. it seems as if he might be let alone
Instead OF that he is prosecuted by his
grateful fellow countrymen.
First. there was Hobson. whose fame was
reduced to vanishing point by the be-
The times., 1899-12-16
MIR. BRYAN AT A DINNER.
The Democratic Leader Entertained
by GomptroIIer FinIey.

AUSTIN, fey. Dec. ia compliment
airy dinner was given last night to Hon.
William j. Bryan by State Comptroller R.
W. Finley. The guests were Governor
Sayers, Judge John H. Reagan, Railroad
Commissioner Allison Mayfeld, former
Governor Hogg, Chief Justice r. r. Gaines,
and Mayor John d. Mccall
The occasion was enllvened by dis
cussion on the subject of territorial ex-
panslOn.
Judge Reagan and former Governor Hogg
did not agree with Mr.. Bryan's views on
that question.
A panther hunt is being arranged for
Mr.. Bryan's entertainment 1t will take
place near here some day next week.
The times., 1899-12-16
RECEPTION TO MR.. NASH.
Ohio's GovernOr-EIect to BE Enter
tnined at willard Hall.

The Ohio Republican Association Of
Washington will give a reception at VIII
lard Hall tonight at o'clock in honor OF
George X. Nash. Governor-elect OF Ohio.
Col J. H Bingham, Assistant Secretary OF
Agriculture. is president Of the society,
and together with committee of prom
inent Ohio Republicans, has arranged TO
give Governor Nash an enthusiastic Tecep-
ton Several hundred invitations have
been issued to Senators. Representatives.
Government officials, and prominent citi-
zens. and large attendance is expected.
The guests are invited TO bring ladies with
them.
Among those who have been invited to
speak are D. X Watson and r B. Ken
nedy The President has been invited, but
stated that he feared be would be unable
10 attend
The times., 1899-12-16
FRENCH NAVAL PREPARATIONS.
Large sum Asked for Adding 10 Her
Fleet.

PARIS, Dec. I'm Lockroy. President
Of the Budget Committee of the Chamber
of Deputies and former Minister Of Marine.
introduced a bill today providing for an
appropriation OF 500 600, 600 francs for the
purpose OF placing France on secure foot
ing against foreign naval aggression.
The money is to be used in strengthening
the French navy and home defences and in
fortifying coaling stations.
The belief was expressed in the lObbies
that the Government would support the
measure.
The Cabinet Council today discussed the
proposal of NJ Milerand. the Minister Of
Commerce. in regard to the establishment
OF network OF cables by which France
can communicate with her colonies inde-
pendently OF The English cables.
The times., 1899-12-16
CivilinntIon and Courase.

(F'rom The Indianapolis PTess.)
The deeds Of American soldiers i'll the Philip
pines and the desperate charges made by British
soldiers in South Afriea form sufficient answer
to the question as to whether the advance of
civilization tends to weaken the physical courage
Of the race. In 1898 some OF the hardest fighting
in Cuba was done by ultra civilized members Of
New Yorks exclusive society circles. Civilization
has not only retained all the courage OF bsrbar-
ism, but it has added bravery OF higher order,
IN. a1laIitv we knnm q. mnIal camLage
The times., 1899-12-16
cAL1FoRNIANs AT A DINNER.
Senator Perkins EntertRins Ht the
Metropolitan Club.

Senator George C. Perkins Of California
gave dinner at the Metropolitan Club
last night in honor of John d. Spreekels,
Of San Francisco, the Republican national
committeeman from California. Besides
the host and the guest Of honor. there we're
present Speaker Henderson, OF the House
Of Representatives, Senator Foster of
Washington, Representatives Loud. De
Vries. Barham, Kahn, Waters. Needham,
and Metcalf, and Capt d. J. Daniels. Presi-
dent of the Citrus Fruit Growers AssO-
citation. all of California.
After an elaborate menu had been dis
posed OF the guests spent some time over
cigars. Impromptu speeches were made by
all. and songs and story telling kept the
guests at the table until after midnight.
The times., 1899-12-16
GENERAL MILES IN FAVOR.
A Demand for His Promotion Made
by Veterans.

BOSTON, Mass, Dec. i5.-DepartmeE
Commander Gilman and Gen. A. p. Martin
demand that General Miles be given his
proper rank in the Army al once GilmaI
said that Miles was wearing the two stars
uobly and that he should have the four
stars at once. Although they did not say
so out and out, the intimation was made
that because he was not a West Point man
the honor was being held back.
The speeches created considerable en-
thusiasm, especially as q number OF men
present belonged 90 the old Twenty second
Massachusetts Regiment, from which Miles
graduated as a volunteer
The times., 1899-12-16
No Right to MeddIe.

Urom the Memphis Scinlitar)
1t is the right Of Americans 10 sympathize with
whom they like, but it would be an objectionable
afront for any department OF our Government 10
interfere in any way IN the concerns of a nation
with which we are at peace and where our in
terests are not affected.
The times., 1899-12-16
Mr.. SihIeN.
(From the PhiladeIphia Record.


Mr. Joseph c. sbley confirmed his position
on the fence yesterday by refusing to speak,
renoy question. He would not accept at the
hands OF either party share of the time allotted
10 each for discussing the matter He viii give
his views 10 bis stenographer and have them
printed in the Congressional Record"
The times., 1899-12-16

The war in Kentucky after failing TO
materialize on the dark and bloody
ground" shows some slight signs Of break
ing out in Washington, a consummation
devoutly TO be deplored. The row between
the factions was bad enough at home. Let
US, in the spirit Of love, admonish our
Kentucky brethren not to import it to the
National Capital.
The times., 1899-12-16
De. Putnrr Goe- 30 ParIs.

Henry NJ Putuer. editor Of the Man
chester IN. H) Mirror, has been appointed
by the President as United States Commis-
sioner to the Paris Exposition.
The times., 1899-12-16
OF Courae.
4, .he Indlananolis 1onrnalN

From the indianapolis Journsl.)
Percy, did you get up at o'clock to see the
meteorsy'
STAYED up"
The times., 1899-12-16

Mr.. Pecksniff, in presenting the beauties
of Salisbury Cathedral, was not happier
than Senator Depew when yesterday he
depicted the glories of New York as a
convention town. No city IN the world -
he said, lis so situated for recreation.
We have the Hudson River on the one
side the East River on the other side,
and q beautiful bay for excursions. The
eloquent Senator also remarked that the
''most attractive places in the world are
on the beach. which, meaning Coney
Island, is doubtless true. There the
thirsty traveller may for single gold
standard nickel of the realm behold a
quarter OF glass of froth, and for a
quarter secure six Of the famous sand and
leather CLANS of the period. Most OF The
hotels TO which the Senator so feelingly
alluded are within two minutes easy
walk Of the Tenderloln, and the police
are Totally blind when conventions are in
progress But we will not enlarge on this
consideration, because 1t works as much TO
the benefit of thieves and bunco men and
panel games rs TO delegates.
The times., 1899-12-16

The Temple Farm at Yorktown
Senator Daniel has proposition which he
Will endeavor to have Congress adopt. 1t
is that the nation shall purchase the Tenn
pie farm, at Yorktown, Va, the land upon
which Lord CORVALLIS surrendered to
General Washington. On this farm stands
the old Moore manor, in which the terms
of surrender were agreed upon, and which
served as the headquarters OF Washington,
Lafayette, and Rochambeau. The Legis-
latures of New Jersey, Maryland, Ohio,
and South Carolina have passed resolu-
tions instructing their representatives in
Congress to seek TO have the Government
purchase this property.
The times., 1899-12-16

1t is understood that. as q result Of con-
ferences held yesterday Mr.. Hanna will
oppose the Payne movement TO dispense
with the Southern rotten borough repre-
santation in Republican National Conven-
tions. We have always expected that he
would take this course. Any other on
his part would be evidence of the ranIest
ingratitude
The times., 1899-12-16
CIRCULATION STATEMENT.

The Advertisers Guarantee Company. Of Chi
csgo, hereby certifes that 10 has, by its expert
examiners. proven and 8tt1stcd the circulation Of
THE TINES, oi Washington %. G. The daily
average PAID circulation for the month OF 0c-
ICber, 1899. was 1850 copies
This is GUARANTEED o. the advertisers oi the
country by bond Cf $50 0)5 iu the Fidelity and
Deposit Company oi MARYLAND. deposited with the
Northwestern National Bank, Of Chicago
ADVERTISERS GUARANTEE COMPANY,
BY J. r. MASON President.
The times., 1899-12-16
The French GihrnItnr TnnneI.

duce death with the desirable minimum Of
physical pain and the maximum of speed.
The times., 1899-12-16
Mr.. BrosIus, Good voice.-Represen

Mt. brONIu$7 WOOd NoIce.-Representa-
tive Marriott BrOsius OF the Tenth district
of Pennsylvania and who Acknowledges a
residence ID Lancaster county. has the
fame of being the loudest speaker in the
House of Representatives. His friends in
Congress say that he feels that his constit-
uents in Pennsylvania have their eyes upon
him. and he wants Them also to hear what
he has TO say.
The times., 1899-12-16

havior of injudicious feminine admirers.
Then came the Sampson -Schley scandal,
and the deliberate attempt to blacken the
reputation Of the victor of Santiago. Then
Admiral Dewey was abused in terms unfit
for repetition because he followed the ex-
ample of a few millions of his less illus
trious fellow citizens, and gave his house
to his wife. And now it is reported that
earnest but misguided persons are desirous
of turning the AdmiraI's back yard into
a menagerie by presenting him with black
bears and other yariegated and unusual
live stock.
This thing will have to stop somewhere.
Suppose that the generosity of the nation
should result in further visitations upon
the victor of Manila? Some enthusiast
may start scheme to present him with
specimens Of the fauna of all America. He
may wake up some fine morning to find
attached to his door knob a catamount
from Oregon a wolverine from Michigan,
a grizzly from Nevada, a moose from
Maine, a coyote from Colorado, a puma
from Arizona, eagles, raccoons, opossums,
elk, buffalo, and other beasts from other
States. Then, of course, there would be
crabs and tarantulas from the West Indies,
and lizards and peculiar reptiles from the
Philippines, and the collection, while in
teresting, would be hardly the sort of
ornament which a quiet gentleman would
choose for his private residence. In addi-
ton to all this would be the risk Of giving
away any or all of his inconvenient ac-
QUESTIONS, though the geological gardens
would be glad enough TO get them, and he
might not have the money or time to sup
ply their wants properly. If he did this
he would be giving away "the gift of the
nation" and that could not be thought
of for an instant
1t is said that the animal colony at
Rock Creek has received several important
additions from the White House during re-
cent years, for when a President received
two or three eagles or dozen raccoons he
sent them to this appropriate and comfort
able home Doubtless the bears and other
live stock presented to Admiral B~wey
could be disposed of quietly in the same
way, and the giyers need not know about
it. If it is a real comfort 10 any proud
American, in far-away Wisconsin, to think
that a pet bear which he has brought up
from infancy is gamboling around the
parlors of the Admirsl's Washington house
he may as well have that happiness. But
it should be distinctly understood that this
sort of thing has limit, and that the Ad-
miral ought not to be expected to pay ex-
press charges on animals which he does not
want. After the recent election several
heavy boxes are said to have come to
President Mckinley with heavy express
charges still due on them.
The times., 1899-12-16

Mr.. LittIe's Reappearance.-Re
sentative Little has come forward with his
annual proposition to prohibit the sale of
intoxicating beverages IN the Capitol. Mr..
Little was elected from Arkansas in Sep
tember, 1875 TO hll the unexpired term OF
C.P X R.Brechnridge in the Fifty third Con-
gress and served through the Fifty fourth
and Fiftyffth, and was reelected without
opposition 20 the Fifty-sixth Congress.
During each-sesston he has sought to pro-
hibit the sale OF liquor or beer at the
Capitol. The bill is always referred to
the Committee on Public Buildings and
Grounds and meets death there.
The times., 1899-12-16
POLITICAL NOTES AND GOSSIP.
The Republican Convention.-Tber

Abe hepubliCau ConVeHtfOD,-Ther6
We're sounds Of iwauing and gnashing OF
ifs at the Shoreham last night while the
| Chicago delegation packed its grips and
prepared to areeItn home without the Re
publican National Convention. The N,indy
( City delegates made good fight, and kept
, the temperature of the lobby of the Arl-
/ Ington Hotel dREing the committee meet
/ ing at blood Feat for time, but the East
/ ern and Southern contingents were toe
/ strong. Senator Teller of Colorado spent
several hours with the Chicago men and
condoled with them, wishing they might
! have better luck next time.
Jubiinnt Quakerites.-The Philadel-
phia delegation made merry in the corri-
doris of the Arlington and generously offered
to help the New York contingent forget its
defeat. The two rooms used as headquar-
ters by both cities were dismantled of the
gaudy streamers and silken flags that had
decorated the walls. In the Quaker City
headquarters the floor was piled high with
little printed slips which prophesied vic
tory in the following rhyme:
Yust ein ding is wanted to make Yiladelfy than
Berlin greater yet.
nd dot VII be erreicht py June We dot
Govenvensions get!
Mr.. Woodruff of New YOrk.-Timothy
L. Woodruff, Lieutenant Governor of New
York, moved around energeically, but
noiselessly, among the chattering crowds OF
Republican leaders gathered at the Airing
ton. 1t was unanimously decided that the
Honorable Timothy would adorn the Vice
Presidential chair, and it was settled that
be is the handsomest New Yorker who has
been in Washington in many a day. Why
he has been dubbed the "gaudy vest"
statesman by the ribald press of the me-
trOpolis was a question that puzzled all be-
holders. For surely no gentleman in the
throng was dressed more modestly than he.
His vest was of solemn black, in keeping
with his other sartoriaI adornments
Mr.. Woodruff was questioned by a Times
reporter relative TO his Vice Presidential
ambition and also as to the reported deal
between him and Senator Platt, whereby
it is reported Mr. Root is to be shelved
and Governor Roosevelt forced into the
second place on the ticket with Mr.. Nc
Kinley in the interest Of peace and har-
mony in New York.
The alleged deal is news to me-" naively
replied Mr. Woodruff. Il should say that
the report belongs to that category of
things aptly described as interesting II
true. As to my candidacy for Vice Presi-
dent, of course, I cannot speak of that now.
This is neither the time nor place to talk
on such subjects Nobody yet appears to
be thinking about who is to be President
Mckinley's running mate. There is plenty
of time for the Republican party TO de-
liberate upon this theme and arrive at 3
correct conclusion"
The times., 1899-12-16

Adjutsnt General DalOu. OF Massaehu-
setts. is at the Arlington and viii remain
in the city several days He is looking
after some military matters in the War De-
partment
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1899-01-18
Cling, Indiana.
"All' Men,"

The American republic has drifted a
long way from it's moorings. 1t was
founded on the principle that govern
ments derive their just powers from the
consent of the governed-not majority
of them, but all of them. 1t doesn't be-
gin by reciting a "majority' of men are
created equal and endowed by their
Creator with certain inalienable rights;
it says "all men," And these rights
which all men ought to have are life.
liberty and the pursuit of happiness" F"
Equality of opportunity is opposed to
monopoly and special privilege, is the
demand of every reformer. Instead of
this, we see today the natural resources
of the country in the hands of an in
significant fraction of the people. The
great toiling masses are disinherited and
only live on the earth by paying tribute
to the men who have appropriated it..
Two-thirds of the families of this coun-
try own no homes, but are paying rent
for ground to live upon.-Apeal to Rea-
son.
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1899-01-18
POULTRYSHOWNEXT MONTH
Minnesota State Association Meets and
Perfects Arrangements for Its An
nual Exhibition.

ST. PAUL, Jan. 15.-At a meeting OF the
State Poultry Association held Friday even
ns in St. Paul reports were submitted by
the several committees having the next
annual exhibition in CHARGE which were
most gratifying to it's success.
The Commercial Club and prominent busi-
ness men of the city have promised finan-
c1al assistance, which assures to all ex-
hibtors the payment of all cash premiums
at the close of the show. In cash ore
miums 1,50O are named in the catalogue
beside many specials, and the five silver
cups valued at $780,
The latter must be won two shows in
succession by one breeder to become his
property. The winnings for last year are
credited for the first time to c. n. Bliss
Minneapolis; ]. Osmundson, Nerstrand; NJ
Griffen, II. L. Brown and F. Schultz St.
Paul.
The dates. of the show will be Feb. 10
II inclusive. Reduced rates of transporta-
tion will be granted by all railroads. Sharp
Butterfeld London, Ont, and 7. d. Holden.
Owatonna, Minn., will do the judging, while
the cooping and general experimenting OF
all stock will be the duty of the veteran l..
Lynch, an assurance to all exhibitors that
the most valuable specimen will be properly
cared for.
Catalogues will be mailed at once but
any interested breeder who does not receive
one can do so by addressing the secretary,
r. Meili, 249 Seventh street east ST. Paul
Competition Is open to the world
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1899-01-18

..The battle Hymn of the WrOnged.''
We have seen the reaper toiling In the
heat of summer sun,
We have seen his children needy when har-
vesting was done.
We have seen a mighty army dying nope
less one by one
While their flag went marching on!
Oh, the army of the wretched how they
swarm the city street:
We have seen them IN the night where
Goths and Vandals meet,
We have shuddered in the darkness at the
noises of their feet
But their cause goes marching on.
Our slaver's marts are empty, human flesh
no more is sold
Where the dealers fateful hammer wakes
the clink of heaping gold,
But the slavers of the present more re-
lentless powers hold,
Though the world goes marching on.
But no longer shall the children bend above
the whizzing wheel.
We will free the weary women from their
bondage under steel;
In the mines and in the forest worn and
hopeless man shall feel
His cause is marching on.
Then lift your eyes, ye toiers, in the desert
hot and drear,
Catch the cool wind from the mountains
hark the rivers voice is near:
Soon We'll rest beside tie fountains and the
dream land will be herei
As we 60 marching on.
-Hamlin Garland.
The representative. [volume] (St. Paul, Minn.) 1893-1901, 1899-01-18
Hot Shot.

Even a bishop will steal when he is
very hungry.-Russian Proverb.
All that is human must retrograde, If
not advance.-Edward Gibbon.
Honesty Of purpose does not prevent
disaster in results.
The man who meekly submits to
wrong thereby gives his consent to it.
1t is not enough for a man to mean to
do right, he must also take pains 20
know what is right.
Truth will win in time, but the time
required depends on the energy and
fidelity and its dvocates.-Equity.
They that give up essential liberty to
gain a little temporary. safety deserve
neither liberty nor safety.-Franklin.
1t is the nature of parties to retain
their original enmities far more firmly
than their original principles-Ma-
cauley.
Let us have faith that right makes
might; and in that faith let us dare to
do our duty as we understand it-A.
Lincoln.
Ability comes with responsibility.
Make the people responsible for the laws
and they will develop the ability to make
good laws.-New Era.
Before Americans say too much about
evictions in Ireland they should look
after evictiOns at home.
The only real cure for poverty is to
allow men the enjoyment of their natu-
raj right to earn living.
The greatest difficulty in reform work
is to get the people to know who are
their friends and who are their foes.
One-half the monopolies in the coun-
try would go out of existence if the