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The daily morning journal and courier. [volume] (New Haven, Conn.) 1894-1907, 1900-12-07

The Pennsylvania Seamen's Friend
Society has established school for free
instruction in navigation in Phladel-
phia. -Four graduates of the United
States Naval Academy have been en-
gagged as instructors in the school. The
object is to teach the seamen how to
manage the craft he assists in sailing.
This design has met with general favor
Many young men enter the merchant
service with little or no knowledge of
navigation, having had but small OPP
portunities for education in this direc-
ton, and are, therefore, at discount
on shipboard. The society seeks to so
qualify them in their profession as to
make them of greater value to them
selves and to the commercial world.
Good for the navy also may result
from this step, as it is well known that
the crews of naval vessels are usually
supplied by men trained in the mer-
chant service.
The daily morning journal and courier. [volume] (New Haven, Conn.) 1894-1907, 1900-12-07

In South Australia children under Is
are now never brought before the ordl-
nary police court when charged with
offenses; there is a special departmental
court for their benefit. During the last
twelve months 273 children have been
charged before this court, 1856 of whom
for alleged misdemeanors; but in only
six cases We're the culprits sent to jail.
the tribunal, which, it is locally claim
ed, is the first of the kind anywhere,
and is doing excellent work.
The daily morning journal and courier. [volume] (New Haven, Conn.) 1894-1907, 1900-12-07

Mr.. H. S. S. Pearse, war correspond
ent of the London Daily News, tells the
following Butler story: The General
and Mr. Pearse came home in the same
boat. Each evening the band played
'God Save the Queen after dinner on
deck Of course, every Briton stood up
and removed his head-covering. A
number of Hollanders, however, re-
manned seated and covered. The Brit
ons were very angry, and it was feared
that serious trouble might follow. The
anxious captain privately consulted
General Butler. "Sir," he said, II wish
you would tell me what you would do
under the circumstances if you were
commander of this ship" Me re-
piled Butler, II should ask the band
not to play God Save the Queen
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
PAY FOR MEXICAN ARMY
Minister of War Reyes Secures Assign
 ment of Money

City of Mexico, March 3.-Minister of War Reyes has secured an assignment of a large amount of money for the payment or the rank and file of the army and the lower grade officers. The total increase will be over a million dollars without any increase of the general war department approprla. tion. The measure gives great satisfaction in the army, and especially as the advance in pay for common soldiers is 25 per cent
 Correo Espanlo. the organ of the Spanish colony, points to the famine in India as a result of British rule, and says Anglo Saxon civilization is costing the Hindoos dearly.
 The discovery of oil deposits in the state of Guerrero is attracting great attention. The oil is adapted for making gas and as it is abundant will probably be employed for that purpose. It can be utilized also as lubricating oil.
 A number of prominent Mexicans are in- terested. and also the Standard Oil com pany. The discovery Is of vast importance to the country, and is regarded by business men as likely to favorably affect the fuel situation. New Workers are reported to be inquiring into the matter. The Banco Gen. tral, a new and important financial institu- ton here has bought several lots in the center of the city for a superb new building. This bank Is under German control, and has for packers the Dresdener bank and Deut- sche bank, of Berlin.
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
PORTO RICANs DISCOURAGED
People of the Island Want Deeds and
 Not Words

San Juan de Porto Rico, February 25.- The people of Porto Rico are showing some signs of Encouragement at the failure of congress to provide government for the island.
 The local Spanish papers have printed many articles criticizing tine American gov ernment and the American people and policy. ,,,-s % 'sss@t
 The acmy and navy officers gave ball here on the evening of Washingtons birth day, isjIing invitations to many Porto Ricans. The editor of Fl Ddario stated in his paper that he could not accept He said he did not feel that he could attenN an American celebration nor observe Ameri- can holidays until the American people chose to recognize the people of Porto Rico by giving them a government and thus lift ing them from the mercial mire into which they have sunk
 To use the words of local paper literal ly translated from the Spanish: The Amer jeans keep giving many promises-mere words, words: what we want are deeds. deeds, deeds. We shall never believe a word of the many things promised us until we see them worked out in reality"
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
KRUGER HAS CONE
 TO MEET STEIN
Some Think That the Meeting of PresIdents Initiatory Proceedings Toward Nego-
 tiatIons for Peace.

London. March 3.-(2:27 p. m.)-President Kruger is said to have left Pretoria with the intention of meeting President Steyn. The place where they will meet it not men, tioned, but it is believed to be somewhere in the Orange Free State.
 Those in South Africa who are conversant with the recent effect the reverses have had upon the Boers express the opinion that the meeting of the two presidents is pre- liminary to a suggestion of negotiations for peace. But if this is the case it must be due to the pressure brought to bear upon the presidents of the burghers and Afri- flanders in the British colonies, rather than in the personal inclnations of the presi- dents, as all of the available information depicts them as being as determined as ever to persist in the war until the re- sources of the republics are much more enfeebled than they seem to be at present. although some significance Is attached to the consultation in view of the reported visit to England of Chief Justice Develliers MT Holmeuer and Dr. TeWater ostensibly on private business and for their health.
 But the closest observers do not antici- pate any sudden cessation of hostilities. and certainly the reports from the theater of
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
THE PRESENT SITUATION
Spencer Wilkerson Thinks All Will
 Now Work Smoothly

London, March 4.-Spencer Wilkinson, re- viewing the situation in South Africa for the Associated Press at midnight, says:
 'The victories of Tuesday have put the campaign straight, from the British point of view. The important matters were the defeat of Cronje and the destruction of a part of his force and the defeat of the Boer army in Natal both of which were effected on Tuesday. The relief of the be- sieged town followed as ma uter of course upon the retreat of the besieging forces. The raising of the siege of Ladysmith was, Of course, a vital ma bter for the British aiTny. It is tine result of General Butler s continuous fighting, coupled with Lord Roberts invasion of the Free State.
 "General Butler seems to nave been sur pr.sed to find that he had beaten the Boers on Tuesday. Nothing is commoner in war tnan for an army, after hard fighting, to be doubtful of the extent of its success A few generals learn, as Grant did in his first command, 'lihaG the enemy was as much frightened of me as I was of him. ,
 f''The question now is as to the future course of events. There can not be much doubt as to the issue. provided no foreign power or powers interfere
 Lord Roberts can either order General Butler with the 40,000 men of the new united Natal army, to advance on Pretoria while he himself moves by Bloemfontein and Free State railway, or he can bring around most of Buffers force to reinforce his own army. In either case the Boer strategists will have hard task to make promising plan of campaign.
 "The best Boer plan Is perhaps to leave the rear guard to cover the passes from Natal and to concentrate all the rest of their forces to resist Lord Roberts In this way they might, in week from now, meet Roberts with perhaps even numbers, but Roberts will be reinforced from week to week, while the Boers cannot be for the moment The positions seem to be that there are 5000 or 1000 Boers within strik- ing distance of Roberts at Osfontein. If that is the case, he will either disperse or capture the small Boer force unless it re- treats rapidly until reinforced.
 The invasion of Cape Colony has broken down, and we will shortly hear that the British have recovered the passages of the Orange river. Mafeking may have for the next two or three weeks a hard time, as a part of Cronjes Boers seem to have re- Urea Arorthward, and some of them may swell the besiegfng forces, but Lord Rob- erts will probably contrive to push for ward a small force on the Mafeking line and raise the siege, while he is drawing the principal Boer army on to himsef.'
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
SENSATION IN
 NAVAL CIRCLES Officers of the Charleston Accus- ed of Being Drunk at
 Time of Disaster.

Washington, March 3.-Sensational charges are contained in an anonymous let ter which has been received at the navy department from Manila. The communica- tion relates to the wrecking of the Charles ton, and makes the serious statement that a number of the officers of the vessel at the time of the disaster were under the in- fiuence of liquor. The correspondent who furnishes the information claims to have verified the allegations by dfligent inquiry among the officers of the Charleston.
 The letter was not placed on the official files on account of the peculiar nature of the charges but 1t has been referred to the judge advocate general of the navy with instructions from Secretary Long that the matter be investigated at once.
 Naval officers here who have seen the let ter say there was nothing to justify the charges and they believe the departments inquiry will relieve the accused officers from the unwarranted allegations Captain Higman, who commanded the Charleston at the time of the wreck, is not involved in any of the charges.
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
FUSIONIsTs MEET
The Parties in Kansas Trying to Agree
 Upon Union

Topeka, Kan, March 3.-The state cen- tra committee of the populistic and silver republican and democratic organizations were in secret session here tonight until a late hour in an endeavor to agree upon terms under which complete union of the three parties may be formed for the coming state and national campaign. The differ ences were mainly as to a division of the offices It was finally agreed that the pop ulsts are to have governor, lieutenant gov ernor auditor, attorney general, state su- perintendent of education, congressman at large and one judge of the court of visita- tion.
 The democrats are to have associate jus tice, secretary of state, treasurer, solicitor and one judge of the court of visitation.
 The electoral ticket is to be divided be- tween the democrats and populists equally. Earlier in the day the democrats decided 10 hold their convention to nominate delegates to the national convention. on May 23
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
DEMOCRATS RALLY
 IN LOUISIANA
Several Prominent Politicians Made Speeches and There
 Was General Notification

New Orleans, March 3.-The democratic
 state campaign was opened tonight in Don
 aldsonville in the heart of the sugar dis
 trict and where the opposition is supposed
 to be strongest, and an immense throng
 was present. Excursions on the river from
 surrounding parishes and the regular trains
 cawied large crowds to participate in the
 first meeting that has been held since the democrats nominated their ticket. The fact that Governor Foster, Senator McEnery,
 Congressman Broussard of the Third dis trict, in which. the meeting was held, sand Auditor Headd. who is the democratic can- didate for governor, were to speak was an additional drawing card. Each of these gentlemen were present, and their arrival during the day was made the occasion for an elaborate display of bunting, much music and general jollification. All four gentlemen spoke.
 Auditor Headd devoted himself largely to review of the democratic administra- tion, of which he has been part. Govern or Foster spoke at great length, and devot- cd himself to a strong defense of the state government during the eight years he had been at the head of it. Senator McEnery urged that the business interests of the senate lay in a continuance of the democ- racy in power, and referred to conditions in Louisiana when the republican party was in full control of the state parochial gov 
 The republicans also held a ratification meeting tonight. It took place in Washing ton Artillery hall in this citya was large- y attended. Donelson Caffery, Jr., the can didate for governor. made the principal speech. Other candidates addressed the meeting. There are three tickets in the field for governor, one nominated by the demo- crats. one by tine friends of Collector Wim- berly. and the third by Herwig republicans, populists and sugar planters.
 The Wimberly people apparently have the best legal claim to regularity as the repub- ican organization. but 1t is generally con ceded that the, fight will be between the democrats and the combine ticket The combine is composed of gold and silver men, free traders and protectionists. re- publicans, populists and Independent demo- ----<-
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
He is Probably Waiting for His
 Plans to Mature.
WILKINSON REVIEWS SITUATION
Thinks Recent Victories Have Put the
 Campaign Straight t-Boers Will n-sa Probably Concentrate Large ssa Force to Stop Roberts

<. London, March 1, 4:15 a. mt is evident that strict censorship is being exercised over the news at the seat of war, as the night has not added anything to the scanty dispatches received during the day, most of which referred to matters preceding the recent stirring events.
 The war office intimated at midnight that there was no prospect of news until some thing definite should have been done. It is quite in keeping with the complete silence which Lord Roberts has hitherto observed while his plans were in progress of accom- plishment and until he is in actual grip with the Boers 1t Is probable that the pub lie will hear little or nothing of his doings.
The age-herald., 1900-03-04

the hearts of the American people Polita- cal passion has altogether subsided and pat riotism glows with ineNtinguishable ferVer in every home in the land. The flag has been sustained on distant seas and islands by the men of all parts and sections and creeds and races and nationalities, and it's starts are only those of radiant hope to the remote peoples over whom 1t floats.
 ''There can be no imperialism. Those who fear are against 1t. Those who have faith in the republic are against 1t. So there is universal albhorrence for 1t and unanimous opposition to it. Our only diff ference is that those who do not agree with us have no confidence in the virtue or capacity or high purpose or good faith of this free people as a civihZing agency, while we believe that the century of free government which the American people have enjoyed has not rendered them faith less and irresolute, but has fitted them for the great task of lifting up and assisting to better conditions those distant peoples who have through the issue of battle be- come our wards Let us fear not There is no occasion for faint hearts; no excuse for regrets. Nations don't grow in strength and the cause of liberty and law Is not advanced by the doing of easy things The liberators will never become bhe oppress- ors. self-governed people will never per init despotism In any government which they foster and defend.
 Gentlemen, we have the new care, and cannot shift it; and, breaking up the camp of ease and isolation, let us bravely and hopefully and soberly continue the march of faithful service. and falter not until the work is done. It Is not possible that 7o,- 00o000 of American freemen are unable to establish liberty and justice and good gov- ernment in our new possessions The bur den is our opportunity. The opportunity is greater than the burden May God give us strength to bear the one, and wisdom so as to embrace the other and to carry to our distant acquisitions the guarantees of life, liberty and pursuit. of happiness. "
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
HAD FORTY WIVES
Chicago Mar in Steps of the Sultan of
 Sulu

Chicago, March 3.-"I don't claim to be an angel. your honor, but believe have been more sinned against than sinning," said Bigamist Walter l.. Farnsworth, as he stood before Judge Baker today for sen- tence.
 Farnsworth was sentenced to the peni- tentiary. Originally he was said to have forty wives in various parts of the country. He was indicted on four charges and ac- knowledged he had been married four times without the formality of a divorce from any one of his wives, all of whom are liv- ing. Farnsworth was known as Bradford and by other names. His real name is said to be Orton. He has relatives in Baltimore, where he once lived.
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
PAUNCEForE READY TO RETIRE
He May Be Asked to Remain in the
 Service

London, March 3.-Dt is understood that Lord Pauncefote desires to retire from his diplomatic career at the expiration of his Washington service.
 There are others in the service, where promotion is unusually slow, waiting to take his shoes, and it would be bad precedent to extend the term still longer That is the official view, yet il Is possi- ble, though scarcely probable, that if Lord Salisbury is convinced that British inter- ests, which now Include so many unsettled controversies, with the Unated States. he might within this month, ask Lord Paunce- fcte to remain.
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
Hnn,Incton Goe. t, Texn.

New York, March 3.--Announcemen was made today that Coliis P. Huntington Will leave this city during the con<ng week for Galveston, where he will inspect the re- cent improvements of the Southern Pacific company's docks and terminals. WhGie there President. Huntington, R Is said, will give his persGgial attention to the plan of traffic arrangements With the Overland and Texas Mnes a4r8
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
RACE RIOT EXPECTED
 IN LOWNDES COUNTY

Montgomery, March 3-Race trouble is threatened near Letohatchie, twenty-five miles south of this city. Report is current that one thousand negroes are congregated and are threatening the whites. It is re- ported that last night some ,white men went to the house of Jim Cross. negro. called
The age-herald., 1900-03-04

him to the door and shot him. Afterwards the crowd shot his wife, son and daughter. Only a few days ago Sam Powell, white, was shot by negro in the same neigalbor- hood. The negro was taken from the sheriff and hanged by mob. The sheriff of Mont gomery county has been telegraphed to for aid. . %
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
rr., a, McCI,.,lan Arr ves

New York, March 3.-The United States transport Mcclellan arrived today from San Juan, Porto Rico, Santiago and Baracoa with twenty-one cabin passengers. fifteen undertakers and civilians and 101 bodies of dead soldiers.
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
Parry Weldon Improving

Cincinnati March 3.-The condition of Harry Weldon. sporting editor of the En- quirer, who was stricken with paralysis one week ago, is apparently improving. He has more use of the stricken limbs and is able to artfculate the words ives" and mo-" Only his immediate attendants are permitted to see him. The critical period however, is not passed.
The age-herald., 1900-03-04

the war do not tend to encourage the ad- vocacy of immediate peace. The Boers are apparently rallying with their accustomed ability to repair temporary reverse, and defensive power under the new conditions of warfare.
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
Choate Honored

Edinburgh, March 3.-The authorities of Edinburgh University have decided to con- fer the degree of Doctor of Laws upon Joseph H. Choate, tine American ambassa- dor; Sir Richard Webster, the attorney gen. eral, and Miss Elaneor A. Ormerod. the celebrated entomoiogist- Mss Ormerod is the first lady to receive a degree from this university.
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
Charter BiI1 Approved

Richmond March 3.-The bill to charter the Richmond and Washington Air Line railway, the connecting link of the Sea- board ssytem between Richmond and the north, was approved today by Governor Tyler.
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
Emperor W William Disposed to Mediate

Paris, March 3.-The Courrieur d'Suoir, which is usually regarded as an inspired organ touching parliamentary matters, states that there is reason to believe Elm peror William is disposed to offer his ser vices in favor of mediation in the Trans vaal difficulty, Knowing that he is no long CT isolated, and that all the powers recog- nize him as the most fitting sovereign to act the part of peace maker. His telegram to the queen after the victory of Lord Rob- erts is believed to have been intended to pave the way for such step.
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
Leyd. Denies Relief of Mafeking

London March IA special from Brus- sels announces that Dr. Leyds authorizes an absolute denial of the report that he had received news that Mafeking had been re- lieved.
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
BuIler Thanks the Queen

London, March s.-The queen today re- ceived the following dispatch from General Butler: "The troops much appreciate your majerty's kind telegram; your majesty can not know how much your sympathy has helped to inspire them."
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
Archblshop Hennessx Acaln stricken

Dubuque, Ia, March 3.-At 1 o'clock this morning Archbishop Hennessy received his third paralytbc stroke. It was light but suggestive of the end.
The age-herald., 1900-03-04
THE WEATHER

LIGHT TO FRESH soUTHERLY wINI SHIFTING TO NoRTHERLY WINDS.
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1900-04-10
Ell PROGRANA ELECTORAL
DEL
Partido
denocrata
81 EJERCITO Y Los ''TRUST"

La prensa de Nueva York publica ell
Programa adoptado por la Convention
Dem6crata del EstaGo de Nebraska
para las pr6ximas elecciones para ell
cargo de Presidente de los Estados
Unidos.
La expresada Convention reafirma
ell programa democratico aprobado en-
la nacional de Chicago de 1896 & in
siste en- la necesidad de acufiar orc y
plata, esta en- la relaci6n de is q 1.
Oondena 10 hecho por el partido repu-
blicano respecto Puerto Rico y Sc
opone un gran ej6rcito en- pie de
guerra, a las ligas productoras (Trusts)
y al imperialismo.
Este es, precisamente, el progra-
ma polftico que Bryan, Ell antique can
didato dem6crata q la Presideneia,
adoptarfa en- ell case en- que ell partidO
le nombrase su candidate para la pro-
xjma lucha electoral.
BoletiÌn mercantil de Puerto Rico. (San Juan, P.R.) 18??-1918, 1900-04-10
La inversion
DE Los
zoos. dollars
DE Los

En- ell artfcnlo anterior que con este
mismo epfgrafe publicamos, Sc fjan
ideas que Sc referen al fondo Y & la
forma de la question: en- cuanto al
fondo, ell fomento de la agriculture y
la conservation del caudal en- GUAM
to La forma, el sistema empleado POI
ell Banco Territorial y Agrfcola para la
inversion y multiplication de sus valo
res, por medic de las combinaciones
del cr6dito.
No parece que haya que iusistir
mucho sobre la conveniencia de en-
canzar esa corriente de orc hacia nues
ira hoy exhausta riqueza agricola
Ella ha sido, sin duda aguna, ell
factor mas importante de esa misma
suma que Sc devuelve a Puerto Rico:
ella es la fuente primitiva mas fe-
cunda del bieneStar general ella, la
que sostiene IL mayor parte del peso
de las cargas p1blicas; ella, la que
mejor y mas ordenadamente pone al
alcance de las classes obreras ell honra
do pan del trabaiO.
Y por Otra parte, hay que pensar
tambi6n en- iT abandonando ell sistema
de la limcsna por ell del trabajO, que
dignifica y fortalece: hay que invertir
ell dinero del pals, no Obedeciendo q los
impulses irre1exivOs de la sublime ca
ridad, sino al meditado estudio one
hace multiplicarse los eIementos de
vida propia, que en- tan alto grado
pOsee Puerto Rico para lIegar q la
mayor prosperidad.
Empleando sus recursOs en- aquello
que positiyamente produce, en- aQuellO
que realmente vale, cOnservara Ia isla
esa riquesa, que no habra hecho mas
que eyolucionar, engendrand0 SUI
paso el bienestar y la abundancia.