davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
New-York tribune., 1900-09-23
BIG WATERFRONT FIRE.
DAMAGE TO PROPERTY ESTIMATED AT
S1O0O00-NARROW ESCAPE
FOR FIREMEN.

Fire broke yesterday morning in a three story
grain elevator in the OF McIntyre's Stores
Nos 2l5 and 2l6 BOwne-st.. which is the property
of the Brooklyn Warehouse Company, whose build
ings there run five hundred feet along the water
front. William Vesey the night watchman about
5:45 a m smoke pouring out of the rear third
story windows of the elevator He turned in
alarm at the house of Engine No 103. but when
the engine reached the fire the whole elevator
was ablaze. Two alarms brought out the
freboats Van Wyck and Seth Low, which soon
ran heavy streams upon the flames.
The fire then attacked the four story stone ware
houses with which the elevator is connected. Oc-
cuped by Nash, Wilton & Co. The dremen found
the three upper stories of the storehouses brcked
up solid. and when they opened the iron doors at
the bottom of the elevator there were disclosed
the bottoms of the grain bins which prevented an
effective use of the hose. After the fire burst
through the tin roof the fremen were able to sub
due the flames.
Eleven fremen Of Engine No. q were standing
a stream upon it. and when part of the west end
fell they dropped the hose and ran in time to es-
cane injury.
The damage to property estimated to be
about 100000. 1t IS covered by insurance.
PLANS FOR HALL OF RECORDS EXTENSION.
DRAw1NGF OF COMPETING ARCHITECTS TO BE
PASSED ON THIS WEEK.
Plans for the proposed extension to the Hall Of
Records Building, in JoralemOn-st. have been sub
mitted to Deputy Commissioner Kirwin, of the De
partment of Public Buildings. Lighting and Sup
New-York tribune., 1900-09-23
THE REAL THING

In bargains may be found In the little advertise
ments OF the people In the narrow columns OF to-
days paper
New-York tribune., 1900-09-23

Samuel f. White, a young man who, on the rep
resentation of his wife that he was mentally un-
sound and incompetent, was sent to the River Crest
Sanatorium, Astoria Long Island. June 8. will
be released at the result of verdict
New-York tribune., 1900-09-23
THOMAS G, sHEARn4N SERIOUSLY I'LL.

KIDNEY TROUBLE DEVELOPED IN PARIS \ FORT
NIGHT AGO
New-York tribune., 1900-09-23
fulton ST. and Elatbush .22ve
TO BE RELEASED FROM SANAToRIUM.

sHERIFFs JURY DECIDES IN FAVOR OF MAN
WHOSE WIFE HAD HIM PUT AWAY
New-York tribune., 1900-09-23
BROOKLYN ADVERTISEMENTS.
Brookipn ADVERTISEMENTS.
MATTHEWS,

TO THE PEOPLE ON BOTH SIDES OF THE BRIDGE.
We Have in Stock Line ofImpoed and Domestic Dry Goods
Furniture Can Found Country EqU
Rich Millinery DISPLAY,
New-York tribune., 1900-09-23

PLANS FOR HALL OF RECORDS EXTENSION.
New-York tribune., 1900-09-23

and rent only new high grade instruments,
that are "musicalIy perfect and "artis-
ticaIy beautiful, with all modern improve
ments, including practice attachment.
New-York tribune., 1900-09-23
Cloak and Suit Department.

1t Rainy Day Skirts especially about
sold
e. ...
J. 5upwards
with od D
~ .- . . w
with an tr
founce all
all
S1O[
New-York tribune., 1900-09-23

DRAwINGF OF COMPETING ARCHITECTS TO BE
PASSED ON THIS WEEK.
Evening star., 1900-03-31
Corbin,a HindlcatiOn.

The American people generally, and the
United States army specifically. may con-
gratulate themselves on the verdict rem
dered by the press of the United States in
the case of Personal Prejudice vs. the Ad-
jutant General of the Army. 1t would have
been very serious thing for our entire
military organization if those persons who
disinterred an ancient, malicious and dis
proved charge of cowardice against Gen.
Corbin had succeeded in giving to the re-
mains any sembfance of life: serious be-
cause the executive officer of the Secretary
of War-no matter what his personality
should be above and beyond reproach. A
stigma which could fairly be fastened upon
so important an officer would necessarily
affect the standing and morale of the en-
tire army. The charges which were pre-
ferred have been carefully investigated for
the second time. not. as they were in the
hTst instance. when the atmosphere was
overcharged with the spirit of war, but in
time of comparative peace. when judicial
minds could carefully consider every phase
OF the accusations without the presence of
distracting influences
The verdict is unanimous Not even the
most ardent supporters of those who re-
HiEed the history of the court-martiaI con-
Guided more than a third of a century ago.
nave oeen able 10 overthrow the conclu-
sions OF that court More than that, they
nave not even succeeded in interesting the
public for more than an hour or two. As
the result Of their activity the adjutant
general himself caused to be prepared a
complete statement Of the charges, the
causes which led to them, the findings of
the court and an extremely interesting ag-
gregation of testimony which is wholly
creditable to him and TO the organization
OF which he is so conspicuous a part.
II the friends of General Corbin had de-
sired TO establish his reputation for cour-
age they could not possibly have succeeded
to as great an extent as have his enemies
by their attempt to besmirch his soldierty
reputation.
Evening star., 1900-03-31
The Taft COmmissfon.

| The government has taken a long step
| ahead toward the settlement of affairs in
/ the Philippines by dispatching the Taft
| commission its way with liberal instruc-
| tions to adjust affairs in the islands accord
| ing to the best Judgment of the five mem
| bers. This body has been chosen with ex-
/ ceptional care, and from the chairman to
| the attaches 1t represents virtually the best
| American thought and capacity for con-
| struction. 1t is certain to meet with oppO-
| sition and to encounter difficulties in its
| task. But that those difficulties and that
| opposition are susceptible of being over
| come through patience tact and decision is
| not to be doubted. The purpose of the
| United States to hold the Philippines Is we'll
established and. probably, by this time well
| understood in the archipelago save in the
| few quarters still beclouded by insurgent
| Misrepresentation. This is the first and
great achievement. When once the ma
tives are brought to understand that the
| flag is planted at Manila to remain and that
good government and prosperity flow to
them in proportion to their acceptance of
the fact in good faith the problem of paci-
ficatton and administration is well for
warded toward solution.
In personnel the commission commends
itself to all interests. parties and sections.
1t Is truly representative. 1t has acted
wisely in selecting as its executive officer
Mr. Charles NJ Pepper who Is widely
recognized as one of the foremost authori-
ties on affairs concerning the relations of
the United States toward the late depend
encies of Spain. Mr.. Pepper as The Stars
correspondent in Cuba and elsewhere, par
ticipated in an important degree in the re-
organization of the western hemisphere.
He has acquired wide acquaintance with
will unquestionably prove Of exceptional
ministrator.
1t is of course not to be expected that this
commission will, even with its high quail
ties, succeed in suDplantng the military
operations with civil processes in all parts
of the archipelago within a few weeks after
arrival But it is confidently to be believed
that it will smooth away many rough
places Immediately. by offering guarantees
of civil government. while preparing upon
broad scale for the institution of civil au-
thority in all the provinces which have ac-
cepted the American rule. 1t is now ex-
pected that the insurrection will drag along
throughout the rainy season, which Is soon
to open, perhaps resuming Semblance of
organization. But the efforts of the COM
mission toward pacific establishment will
go far toward off-setting any activity the
rebels may show, and put the government
in admirable position for a combined as
sauit next autumn by the military and the
civil forces upon the last vestiges of armed
opposition.
Evening star., 1900-03-31

I'patfence with the inability of Pekin to con-
| troll the provinces than before: But they
cannot be expected to stand for utter an
archy in the interior, the suppression of
| trade and the ignoring of all treaty rights.
China must sooner or later reach the con-
clusion that she is not in condition to fol-
low her prejudices and doctrines of many
centuries in these days of western civiliza-
tion. She is surrounded by Caucasian in
f1uences and even deeply penetrated by
them. Trade is creeping through her prov
inces and teaching her people new needs
and new ways of life. The process of
regeneration is slow but sure. Opposed to
it is the tenacity with which the reaction
ary party, now in power, holds to the old
thought and fosters the prejudices of the
people In this the empress dowager. who
leads the reaction, is supported and perhaps
prompted by Russia. who finds it to her
interests to foster Chinese distrust of the
other powers and to foment provincial
trouble. The question now paramount in
the consideration of the Chinese problem
is whether this party will maintain its
grasp long enough to tempt the powers TO
divide her in the interests of good govern
ment. Secretary Hay has pointed the way
to new order by checking the CONNER
ciai advance China herself must supply
the force to ensure the complement to this
achievement, the statesman who Is wise
and strong enough to reorganize the do
mestic government on lines of efficiency and
honesty. and to shake loose from Russian
intrigue. If no such man appears China
is indeed threatened through her own pre-
JUDGE, for the world will not long tolerate
the effects of her incompetence, savage
bigotry and opposition to reasonable en-
lightenment.
Evening star., 1900-03-31

Those democrats of the District who held
a mass meeting last night and discussed
the duty of the party here with respect to
the Kansas City convention are altogether
logical and courageous in the position they
take. They are Bryan men. but not in the
sense merely Of personal devotion. They
are thoroughly loyal to him, but as thor
oughly loyal also to the policies for which
he stands. They do not desire his success
as he himself does nOt-at the expense of
all for which he most conspicuously stands.
Mr.. Bryan's adjuration is, Love me, love
my principles" These men are needing
that. They want him renominated for
President by acclamation, and at the same
time the Chicago platform readopted with
equal heartiness and sincerity.
The fight at Kansas City will be over the
platform. Nothing could be palmer than
this now is The shout within the party
for Mr. Bryan is very general. But it is
not every one who is yelling Bryan,
Bryan" that enters into the spirit of the
Bryanized democracy. There are many
who would eliminate Organism completely
and then nominate the Nebraska leader on
platform of their own. Nor may it justly
be said that the purpose of such men is to
betray Mr.. Bryan. They do not believe he
will have any chance of election at all on
tne CnlcaSo platform, and so they urge q
change in the partys deiiverance which, in
their view of matters, will bring the flesh
pots within the party's reach.
Nevertheless, the Bryanites-the men who
want the old leader on the old platform
are right. They are the real democrats
They carry the party's shield and sword
They want to carry the party's principles
as we'll as the party's leader to victory
And SO. they properly insist Instructions
to the delegates who are to represent the
District at Kansas City should be voted
and should include the Bryan platform as
well as Mr.. Bryan himself. At the conven-
ton the PLATFORM will come first II that Is
constructed after the Bryanite wish and
pattern the nomination to follow will be
made with all the greater enthusiasm
1t is a very pretty fight as it stands, and
1t Is good to see the District democrats
entering into 1t with so much zeal and
spirit. The delegates to Kansas City should
be-and doubtless they will be-men In ev-
cry way qualified to participate in proceed
ings which are certain to call for both
courage and experience. Lay on good peo-
Pile; and may the best man win,
Evening star., 1900-03-31
Mr.. Bryan of NehrnsLsa

1t is reported. and denied, that, il de-
feared in his second race for the presi-
dency, Mr.. Bryan will move to Texas and
make that state his home. 1t Is assumed
that second defeat will finish him DO
hticaily, and as he seems fond of Texas
some people have jumped to the conclu-
sion that he will seek repose there in his
retirement.
The denial of the story Is persuasive. A
second defeat seems likely for Mr.. Bryan.
but why should that finish him politicaiiyg
He Is only forty years Of age. His vigor
and physique suggest hfe OF eighty. He
Evening star., 1900-03-31

Senator Proctor appealed to the Senate
yesterday not only for justice to Porto Rico,
but for the maintenance of national honor
in the eyes of the republic Itself He spoke
both for the good of the islanders and the
conscience of the nain1anders. He urged
that all the fair words which have been
previously uttered be not changed into syl-
lables of scorn by turning in the path of
plain duty"
His speech is one of the notable features
Of memorable debate. 1t sounds to the
Senate and the country with the greater
force because it is founded upon a decision.
frankly announced. to vote against the bill
in it's present form. to give practical force
to the uttered sentiments In this Senator
Proctor stands before the country in
much better light than does Senator Bev-
erfdge, whose eloquent phrases were sound
ed but the day before On the face of their
speeches the two men are on the same plane
of protest against an iuiquitous mistake.
In effect, however. the young Indanian's
words were as water poured upon the sands,
while there is substance and force in those
OF the Vermonter. Mr.. Beveridge lost all
he might have gained by his emphatic dec
lamation by announcing that he was will
ling to support the bill. Mr.. Proctor gives
earnest of his convictions by declaring that.
party pressure notwithstanding, he will
carry his words into acts and vote as his
conscience dictates. not the steering
committee commands.
Mr.. Proctor has never aspired to the rep
utation OF an orator. His words are SIM
pie. his syntax clear. his manner dramatic
only in the force of an intense earnestness
and honesty. Yet there Is something inspr-
ing In the spectacle of a man whose life has
been devoted to the support of republican
principles standing forth in defiance of par
tisan dictation and pleading for good faith,
for national honor, for righteousness. And
it is the more urgent in its plea because it
addresses itself to the fear that this breach
in the governments good faith will weaken
the public conscience. Nothing can be more
succinct or more convincing than this state
ment Of Senator Proctors doctrine, with
which he closed yesterdays powerful ap-
peal:
THE plea of harmony In the party ap-
peals to me strongly. But this is question
higher than party or policy; 1t is question
of principle. and it is better that even a
small minority of the party should be right
than that should all be wrong. 1t is of
vital consequence, Mr. President, that this,
our first important step IN legislation for
our new possessions. should be such to
commend itself to the judgment and con-
science of the American people.
Evening star., 1900-03-31
The Sounding Orator

Oh. me and the 'Merican eagle.
We're pals of the long, long ago,
Arid in each situation we dazzle the nation
And set every bosom aglow.
l find him a help most convenient,
1 talk of the land of the free,
And he does the soaring while l do the
roaring
The 'Merican eagle and me.
Whenever my facts seem to fail me,
And logic seems tagging behind,
L get his assistance; We work with persist
ence,
AS able team as you'll find.
You may figure and talk economics.
No matter how wise you may be-
You waste your persuasion. We rule the
occasion.
The 'Merican eagle and me.
Evening star., 1900-03-31

possesses wonderful energy. And while he
lives he will remain a politician. He is
not only intimately fond OF the game Of
politics, but he plays 1t well and pictu-
resquely. He has had a most unusual ca
reer. OF course II defeated again for Presi-
dent he will, as matter of necessity drop
out for while. But not for long. Why
should he not hope in the course Of eight
or ten years to come again? He will then
be still a young man. And he will always
be an interesting one -
And as he is likely, in case of defeat. to
take this view of the future, he will see
the advisability of sticking to the west.
home in any one of the gulf states would
put him at a disadvantage. They have
none but local politics down there. Every
thing political goes by force of popular
prejudice and intolerance Discussion is all
but barred, and the ballot performs but a
very limited function. The south has Gre
ated political condition all her own, and
in doing so has robbed her sons of their
natural national political Importance. Some
very attractive men. of the first order of
capacity. have thus been cut off and local
lied. So why should man like Bryan
depressing and unfavorable political sur
roundings?
The west is still young, and is growing
Tie day Of great boom for her is close
at hand. The establishing of closer rela-
tionship TO Asiatic trade means an addi-
ton of millions to her population and bill
lions to her wealth. The people are alive
and pushing. They have no "nigger'' ques-
ton to confuse their view. They enjoy the
blessings of free ballot and fair count,
and their leaders are factors in the ma
tlonai equation. Mr.. Bryan, it is very GER
tain, sees all this, and will be governed
by It, He will keep Texas to go to when
he gets tired and wants a rest But he will
continue to reside in Nebraska
Evening star., 1900-03-31

In the house OF commons in London ves
terday the debate turned upon the recent
disorders in China. and fears were ex-
pressed lest grave troubles ensue through
the native restlessness. Some compliment
tary references 10 the American open
door achievement were sounded. and the
liberals displayed disposition to. criticfse
the British policy in China as being too
weak There can be no question as TO the
reasonableness Of the fears for the peace
OF China in certain provinces. The natives
are fanatical IN their hatred of foreigners
and are 50 loosely governed that protests
to Pekin produce no results whatever
Herein lies one of the grayest dangers to
the integrity Of the Chinese empire 1t Is
reasonably certain that, whatever the con-
ditiOn OF the trade door. whether open or
shut, uone of the powers now holding terri
tOrial interests on the mainland Will toIer-
ate massacres or disorders interfering with
their trade rights.
So that the American agreement as this
collection of European pledges may he
called. covers only one phase of the possi-
bility that China may eventually b. ab
soEbed by the powers. II removes the
greatest temptation for them to enlarge
their territorial holdings by sweeping away
the commercial premium upon aggressions.
But OF course 1t cannot extend to hold the
powers In leash whenever they find Chinese
governmental Incompetence menacing life
and liberty. Thus the completion of these
negotiations. with their most satisfactory
results. should serve as a warning that tbJs
much having been done for her, China
must henoo6orth guard well her own in
tegtty through an improved domestic ad
mintstration. With the open door assured
the powsrs viii have perhaps q greater
Evening star., 1900-03-31
Flocking to Washington.


The announcement that Senator Morgan
will press the Nicaragua canal bill has
aroused the enemies of that measure and
the various lines of transcontfnental rail-
reads have ordered their smart lawyers and
glib takers to Washington for the purpose
of Strengthening the lobby that is working
to defeat the bill The fight will be bat
tie of Titans. On the one side is ranged the
citizenry of the country of every political
faith. Republicans, democrats and popu-
lists all favor the construction of the Mica
ragua canal as a national and commercial
necessity. The people are represented In
Congress by their senators and congress-
Elen, and they lcok to these to carry out
their wishes.
On the other side is ranged wealth. All
the power of aggregated millions all the
influence of monopolistic combination, all
the cunning, the cupidity, the rapacity of
siammon. have marshaled their forces to
defeat this necessary measure.
Evening star., 1900-03-31
The Open Door Triumph.
From the st. Louis Globe Democrat

From The st. Louis Globe Democrat
The published correspondence between the
state Department in Washington and the
principal nations of the world which are
prominently Interested in the trade of the
Chinese empire shows that the Triumph
which the United States has gained is as
brilliant as was at first believed. This tr1.
unph of Secretary Hay is one of the most
notable diplomatic victories in the history
OF the United States. and will reflect un-
dying credit On the administration of which
he Is a part.
Evening star., 1900-03-31
A Question of Reciprocity.

"A dog is one of mans best and most
faithful friends said the person who is
earnest though not very original.
well" was the answer II don't see that
men aren't doing all they can to recipro-
cate. I don't know of any case where the
dogs have held mass meetings and organ
lied societies to protest against the In
justice and discomforts men have to suf-
fer"
Evening star., 1900-03-31

ExPresident Cleveland says he has AL
ways been an enthusiastic supporter OF the,
construction of an American inter-oceanIc
canal This is an admirable sentiment and
should secure Mr- Cleveland special cour-
tesies in case he should ever want to go
boating or duck hunting in that neighbor-
hood
Evening star., 1900-03-31
SHOOTING STARS.
conscientious.

81 suppose you will vote according to
your conscience in this matter"
Il WILL answered Senator Sorghum.
and my conscience tells me that it is
always wrong to waste good money!
Evening star., 1900-03-31

The Beers may feel themselves called
upon to adopt Filipino tactics and make a
minimum of fighting and a maximum of de-
lay the chief object of their operations. In
the meantime Europe's perpetual war cloud
may develop something
Evening star., 1900-03-31

Oh. merry bird. Your ways almost
Make human life failure fiat,
You cost a dollar served on toast
And twenty on a lady's hat
Evening star., 1900-03-31

The figures quoted in connection with
Montana politics may have a wholesome
effect in deterring people who think that
anybody with one or two hundred thou
sand dollars can get into the United States
Senate.
Evening star., 1900-03-31

Kansas City will of course. be much dis
appointed If Mr.. Bryan stays away. He
would be a very valuable drawing card.
Evening star., 1900-03-31

Kentucky is justified in feeling that it
takes some chances in importing Cincinnati
talent to straighten out it's political and
judicial mix-ups.
Evening star., 1900-03-31

1t is hoped that Cuba in considering its
relationship to this country will not try to
reach any decision by talking the matter
over with Porto Rico.
Evening star., 1900-03-31

1t is interesting to theorize on how much
more trouble Gen. Joubert might have
caused Gen. Butler if he had not been in his
last illness
Evening star., 1900-03-31

II anything valuable drifts down to st.
Louis by way Of the drainage canal Chi
caso will be sure to put in prompt claim
of proprietorship.
Evening star., 1900-03-31

Any campaign ammunition secured by a
Porto Rican tariff will be equipped with an
almost unprecedented recoil
Evening star., 1900-03-31
Pessin ism.

at is very hard to please some people
with a. play" said the manager discon-
solateiy.
THE standard of taste is getting
Evening star., 1900-03-31

DE man dat borrows trouble is too gen.
erous,'' said Uncle Eben. He wants to
pay some OBJ it back to everybody he
meets, whether it's OWN to 'em or not"
Evening star., 1900-03-31

Dom Paul is getting a large number of
complimentary notices, and the British talk
as if they proposed to leave him plenty OF
time 10 read his scrap book In the future
Evening star., 1900-03-31

Senator Pettus is another example of the
fact that there is no telling what man
can do until he tries.