New-York tribune., 1900-12-02


only has Mr.. Kruger's mission 20 Paris proved
q failure. but the French people, their most
oensorious critics here are constrained TO admit
have acted in perfect form and with sobriety OF
Judgment. abstaining from any deliberate af
front 20 England. Mr.. Kruger's journey TO Ber-
lin is regarded with indifference. because the
Germans will he certain 10 take their from
their Emperor.
The Gar is reported out OF danger from ty
phoid fever and, although his convalescence
may be protracted there is little reason 10 dread
a change of rulers. which might be a serious
menace 10 peace in China. A settlement is ap-
preaching slowly. hut surely. The Powers are
not following the leadership OF the German
Emperor, and the willy Empress is gradually
wearing out their patience. Cynical commenta-
tors on events already foresee the virtual tri-
umph Of China over Europe. Some Of them
blame the American Government for unexpected
leniency in dealing with the guilty mandarins
but the wiser critics admit taat English opinion
is expressed al Washington. The. return OF
the Empress 10 Peking. after arrangements have
been made for the payment OF a nominal in
demnity is regarded here as a necessity OF the
situation and foregone conclusion. II justice
be sacrificed 10 expediency, and the Empress be
allowed 10 score the main points in the game,
the English will console themselves with the re-
practical collapse Of the concert OF retaliation
ard vengeance. since they have an awkward
war on their hands in South Africa, and
forced TO consider the plain facts OF the
There are some singular comments in to-days
spectator the trend of affairs in China.
The action OF the American Government in
favor OF mild sentences and a moderate indem-
nifty is considered decisive factor 1. ne prob
lem Russian support Of lenient measures is
recognized, with the certainty that the Govern
rnent viii rivet its grip Manchuria. France
and Japan are expected 10 throw their weight
on the same scale, and only Germany and
Great Britain remain as strenuous ADVOCATES
Of coaction and reprisals. The question is raised
whether the German Emperor. who has been
suspected Of having strong desire TO acquire
possessions in China, Will quietly endure the
failure OF his hopes. THE Spectator seems 10
anticipate that he VIII fall back upon Germany's
direct claim for enormous indemnity for the
murder OF her Minister in Peking, and seizc the
Province OF Shan-Tung material guarantee
nat his demands VIII be compiled with. He
VIII consult England az he 81 pledged 10 dc ~
the dual agreement, but viii probably reject her
advice and retain Shan-Tung which is rich in
minerals and viii enable him TO meet all ex-
penses OF the campaign In China; and great
Power VIII make upon him, certainly Rus
sia last Of all, since she Will have Manchuria-
This cynical view Of the probabilities in China
Is expressed by the most optimistic English
journal. and Il fully justihes the American dis
trust Of the German Emperor's ulterior purposes
and the Washington Governments suspicion
that the European concert is a reed shaken by
the wind. The occupation Of Shan-Tung would
be a sorry sequel 10 an Anglo-German agree
ment based upon the integrity of China and the
freedom Of commerce.
General De Vets fresh exploit excites ad-
niration here. since Englishmen love pluck. even
IN enemy, and have true sense Of fair play.
They welcome Lord Kitcheners succession 10
the chief command, because they consider Lord
Roberts too magnanimOus a general TO deal with
guerilla bands. and are convinced OF the neces-
sity Of some change in tactics. Lord Kitchener
IS understood 10 favor the organization Of a
considerable number OF mobile columns Of
mounted men. ranging from 500 to 1000 strong
for running down De Wet ana other Boer gen.
erals. This plan OF operations does not differ
materially from Lord Roberts's recent tactics
except in single point-reduced strength OF
the columns and exclusive employment OF
mounted men. The infantry battalion viii be
mainly used in guarding towns and lines OF COM
munication. Full justice viii be done Lord Rob
erts his return TO England General Butler
is already hOnOred with hero worship There is
an evident discrimination in Official and military
ing on the English side in South Africa The
graveyard of military regulations has heen
closed. and closed and padlocked- Lord
Wolseley leaves headquarters with elaborate
tribute from every journal On HIS military ca
reer, and receives tonight the honor of fare
well banquet from his colleagues Of the War
once and Stan at the Junior Constitutional Club
He deserves every tribstS of respect, yet there
is grim irony in the retirement Of a once lauded
reforTner at the close OF year when, military
experts themselves being witnesses, the inef-
hciency OF the entire system Of training and tao
tics Of the British army has been demonstrated
The West End is filling up for the meeting OF
Parliament and for gayeties and hospitality In
consequence OF the return OF many ritleo OH
GERS and social favorites from South Africa
The Ministry assumes that the session win be
over IN fortnight. and the absence OF the Irish
members during the opening week favors their
View The Radicals viii be loQuacious. and |
Parliament is never in a hurry. While financial
votes and credits viii be moderate and viii not
require critical examination, Il IL hardly reason
able 10 expect the House OF Commons 10 rise |
much before Christmas.
The Irish movement against Mr.. Healy is a
tempest in a teapot Mr.. O'Brien is now the |
power behind the Irish leadership. and Mr.. Dill |
ION Is his solemn visaged mentor. but Mr.. Heay |
the brightest and wittiest man In the Nation |
alist group and fully capable OF taking care Of
himself
The Chancellor Of the Exchequer IS hand in /
glove with the directors Of the Bank Of Eng |
isnd' and is easing up the situation in the money
market in every possible way.
The alarm caused by the very serious cpl 4