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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
An INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE.
SUGGESTION FROM THE FRENCH CAPITAL.
AS TO THE CHINESE QUESTION

Paris. Sept. 15-The unsatisfactory condition
# the cipher messages which reach the Powers
from their representatives in China. especially
AZ Picking has brought forward prominently
the suggestion Of an international conference at
some European capital. A point which gives
additional weight 70 the plan is appreciation OF
the difficulty Of reaching amicable results among
the Ministers at Picking. many of whom have
been sntagonstic in their policies during their
stay there in the last few years. Could they
obtain direct and quick communication with the
home governments the tangles would he
straightened out. but under the present condi-
tions this seems to BE- impossible
An argument advanced against the proposed
conference is the difficulty Of the Powers being
represented by men fully conversant with all
the latest phases Of the Far Eastern question
Some Of the details which will he urged in con
nection with the peace terms are discussed in
diplomatic circles here. One point strongly
urged on the part of France is the permanent
continuance Of the international agreement now
IN force prohibiting the expectation of arms TO
China. This is believed to be a strong measure
Of precaution against a recurrence Of the deter
mined assault on foreigners. A demand is also
made for a reduction Of the Chinese forces hold
ing Taku and Woo-Sung. which are the main
coast defences respectively Of Picking and
Shanghai in order to keep open a more secure
route 10 these cities
The question Of indemnity and how It will be
paid is a serious problem. The indemnities are
divided into three classes-those payable to the
States, TO the societies and 70 individuals The
amount which the various States Will demand
will reach an enormous sum, and the ability OF
China 10 meet them solely with cash payments
causes concern Great Britain's indemnity, II IS
believed here will be not less than 6O,OOO,OOO
francs while Russia's will not be far below this.
Frances indemnity will be in the neighborhood
Of 100000 francs. and that Of the United
States II is thought, will not be so large on &C
count Of most Of the American troops going
from the Philippine Islands. In order TO meet
these great claims IL is possible that some re-
forms in the internal administration Of China
may be necessary though their nature is not
vet considered. 1t s said that Russia has not
heard from NJ. de Giers her Minister at Picking.
for several days and the messages Of III. P1chon.
the French Minister at the Chinese capital are
also delayed, thus not permitting the Govern
ment to gain any new knowledge In regard 10
the evacuation terms, which were LEFT to these
officials II is asserted here that France ana
Russia are acting in perfect harmony, and that
they will certainly remain in accord in their ne
gotiations for peace.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
VOTING IN CUBA.
DELEGATES To THE C0VSTTTTTrOYAr,
CONVENTION ELECTED IN
SIN PROVINCES
SIN PROVINCES

Havana, Sept. 15.-There was great interest
in the elections to-day for delegates to the Con
stitutional Convention in all the six provinces
IN the municipality o. Havana seven-eighths OF
the vote was cast before noon. The voting was
heavy and The city Sas exceptionally quiet
At a late hour, when the definite result OF the
most important election ever held in Cuba is in
the balance, the demeanor OF the public re-
manned Unexpectedly placid. The undercurrent
Of keen interest IS demonstrated only bv spas
modic outbreaks Of verbiage on the part OF
some probably dEts2ts[ ~aspirant for political
honors. or an ebu]lition of spirits by some sue
oessfui contestant, OF by the followers OF sue
cessful delegate Otherwise to-day being a
national holiday. Havana IS even more quiet
than usual The palace authorities are anxious
for successful results and await the receipt Of
the returns with interest equal to that of the
Cubans.
Conveyances were busy all day carrying vot-
ers TO the polls. II seems a foregone conclusion
that the National party viii have a majority of
the delegates TO be chosen in Havana Prov
inCe. Many Of the rural districts Will not be
heard from until late tomorrow. There is no
telegraph communication with some OF the rural
districts. and the results will be brought in by
mounted messengers.
The Civil Governor of Santa Clara was m
formed to-day that the postmaster at Cienfue-
Cos did not recognize the day as a national
holiday. Governor General Wood ordered him
by wire to make it a holiday and give the Cuban
postofice employees an opportunity TO vote. In
other places coercion OF the same sort was at
tempted but was prevented from being carried
into effect by the Governor General. Some cor
ruption was attempted but it was neutralized
by the vigilance of the Executive
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
TO PRESERVE INTEGRITY OF CHINA
WHAT JAPAN WILL INSIST oN-LEss FEAR
THAN FORMERLY OF RUSSIA.

Yokohama Aug. zS.-The absence Of anything like
enthusiasm the part OF the japanese over the
good work which their army has done In China is
attracting universal comment. Tho news OF the
fall Of Picking caused scarcely q ripple Of excite
ment Tho determining cause is undoubtedly the
deepseated distrust Of the outcome Of the Chinese
complications and the popular conviction that its
results Will be humiliation like that forced on
the nation in 1895.
There IS however, a decided resolve that the
slightest attempt trihe this time will be re-
sented with all the force that a self-respectng
ton muster. Japan wants no territory as a
reward but will insist first OF all, on the preserva-
ton Of the integrity Of China not with any desire
to form an alliance with the latter a menace TO
the West but rather the fulhlment OF the ma
tional hope that China shall become a corporate
member Of the body Of civilized Powers. Japan
herself has become. She deems it a reproach that
the oldest Power in the world should be allowed 10
remain outside the pale Of the world
Another imperative demand will be such guar
by the Powers Of Japan's paramount infiu-
snce in Corea as shall effectuaIy prevent any en-
croachment thereon by Russia and thus remove all
possibility of a future clash with that Power.
apart from the manifestation of good feeling
which has cone from the determination Of the
japanese and Russian troops IN China, a stronS
oyerrated and Japan's confidence in herself In
the event az a conflict has been corresponolhgy
Increased
Marquis Ito's long expected manifesto. placing
nimsef a. the head Of new party, hss appear 20,
eesg & DToTootion Of civil service
reform. II will be interesting 70 note whether
political party based upon a single plank can susI
tain itself II 1t It will be the most sigma ma
.lctory Japan has gained IN IT'S eXtraoruihFFs ms
According to a Nagasah paper. japanese com
pany has signed contract with the AIne6lcen au
nor1ties in the Philippines 20 supply o1VvV Ioiis
Japanese coal for the use OF the American rnen-ol-
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
MRS. BARBoUR's Suspicious.

Suppose it should be proven that he did not
shoot HIMSELF" was suggested. would II sur
prise you?"
mo, not Bit" quickly answered Mrs Bar
hour.
Don't say that" said Mr. Barbour. Don't
try and make anybody feel any worse than may
be their conscience dictates to them. Let us
think as we may. but let us at the same time
keen II TO ourselves I cannot account for there
being two chambers empty in the revolver.
though. he said Surely my boy could not
have fired them both at himself"
II was glad even after hIs death to get him
back home" added the elderly man, in a kindly
manner He a good boy. and my favorite
son He was anything but vicious and never
would have verged upon it had il not been for
woman who held him under an unnatural spell"
GIRL EDUCATED AT A CONVENT
William C. Southgate. the girls foster brother
said:
It is almost Incredible TO that Helen could
have been with young Barbour in such place
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
OPINION IN SHANGHAI.

Shanghai. Sept. 15-News Of the contemplated
withdrawal OF the allies from Picking has caused
q great sensation. 1t is considered mistake
which Is likely TO result IN disturbances in other
parts Of China where the people certain to
attribute the evacuation to a defeat Of the
European forces Even here the Chinese, as a
whole do not believe that the allies ever reached
Picking. They think the story a fabrication con-
cocted for the purpose OF imposing upon the
officials
Competent observers believe that a lesson
must be brought home to China now in order
10 prevent serious outbreaks in the future.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
ARRIVALS OF MISSIONARIES
AMONG THE LAST TO LEAVE CHINA-CAM7
TO PACIFIC COAST BY WAY OF JAPAN.

-.
AMONG THE LAST TO LEAVE CHINA-CAME
TO PACIFIC COAST BY WAY OF JAPAN.
San Francisco, Sept. 15.-The Rev ]. F. Peat and
wife and four children. with Miss e Hunt mis-
sionaries who escaped from the western province
of China, arrived here yesterday on the steamer
Nippon Maru. They were among the last of the
missionaries to leave China. They had a journey
of 1000 miles across the country. when they re-
ceived the American Consurs warnings leave
the trouble did not begin early they encountered
violence
Mr.. Peat says that the Chinese were rapidly
arming themselves without the assistance of for
eign manufacturers of materials. There are
arsenals in the capitals of nearly ell the prov
inces' said the missionary and it is Of little use
for the Powers TO agree that they will ex-
port no more weapons ammunition to China
The Chinese have learned how 10 make modern
weapons for Themselves At Chen-Tu they are
turning first class Mauser rifles in large quant
ties
The transport Hancock arrived yesterday from
sengers. Among them are Major e f. bravo
L. s. A. Lieutenant Davidson. L. S. N. from
Taku. and Lieutenant Z. s. Serrat, L. S. N. from
lies, from Nagasaki arrived. The missionaries
aboard the Hancock include l. L. J. Hotveke, the
Rev. Z. o. Bowen, the Rev w E. Manley wife
and two children; the Rev D. Jones, wife and two
Miss o. Hodenfied and Miss b. a. Forbes None
the Boxers. but all have suffered in one way or
another because of the troubles in China. Some
erty. They obliged to leave their homes in
Northern China on orders from the consul. In
and there went aboard a steamer for Nagasakl
where they secured passage on the Hancock
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
TMPERTALTSN AND SOFT HONEY.
BRYANITE ISSUES HAVE LITTLE WEIGHT
IN MARYLAND.

Baltimore. Sept 10 SPECIALIZATION Barrett.
who was Minister Siam in Clevelands
ond Administration delivered address to promi-
nent Gold Democrats and Republicans at the
Casino at Mount Washington, Baltimore County.
last night. in which be said
If every person in the United States could have
those uncertain days in summer, fall and winter
of 1898 in the Philippine archipelago there would
not be a corporafs guard to vote for the Demo
cratic candidate in November l have great re-
sit by and statements scattered broadcast
which do not truly represent the situation. Are
you going take the words of Colonel Station
berg from Mr.. Bryan's own state, and OF the i'm
mortal Lawton or those of a Democratic colonel
who has never been within seven thousand miles
of the firing line?
Satisfaction expressed In business circles to-
day the reorganization OF the Maryland Hon
est Money Democratic League The declaration of
the organization that II again in the fight
against Bryan also welcomed Republican
headquarters. Phillips Lee Goldsborough. chair
said:
consider the declaration of principles as adopted
by the committee of the league very able docu-
nent I am glad that the Democratic men of Bal
+fuore are at last awake TO the evils threatened
through the election of Bryan. To my mind no
some Democrats that free silver is no longer an
issue in the fight could beS made than in these
men again abandoning their party 70 work for the
common good. l understand that nearly every one
81 them supported the State Democratic ticket last
II shows that we are making the fight Of 1895 all
TO stave of panic and disaster. The action Of
these men means that Maryland will certainly re-
turn us vote the Mckinley electors nv large
ma Jorty.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
LITTLE LOOT N PICKING.
THAT IT HUNG CHANG TOLD JOAQUIN
MILLER.

Honolulu Sept. s, by way Of San Francisco. Sept
eli Hung Chang is credited by Joaquin Miller
g., an interview in The Japan Times" received
rere to-day with saying that If IT had been known
.ba+ there not much loot in Picking the allied
4o-css would not have been in such hurry TO get
,bere Miller met the Chinese statesman at Canton
and had long interview with him.
The footing at Tien-Tsn was discussed and the
meet expressed a hope that the valuable archives
md art treasures Of the Sacred CITY would he
eaved To this the Niceroy replied that the allied
sorces ought 10 be informed that there is no loot
n Pekng The city OF Tien-Tsin. ne declared was
very rich city. but Picking was the poorest city
IN the north. He thought that il this fact was
known there would not he so much anxiety to enter
capital
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
c. N. SCHWAB DENIES FRTCTTON,
PRESIDENT OF THE CARNEGIE STEEL COM
PANY SAYS HE is IN HARMONY
WITH OTHER OFFICIALS

c. NJ schwab. president Of the Carnegie steel
Company. arrived in this city yesterday on board
the Cunard Line steamship Lucania He went i'm
mediatelv to the Waldorf Astoria. All efforts made
to see MI Schwab last night were met with the
answer that he was wearied by the journey and
did not wish any
From a friend who called MIN after his
arrival the hotel however. II vas learned that
Mr. Schwab denied the report that there had been
friction between Mr. Carnegie and himself. On
the contrary he said that there was complete har-
mony in tho relations between him and the other
officers of the company. He declined TO speak
OF the coal strike impending in Pennsylvania as
he had not had time 70 learn the exact particulars
the situation.
This statement Of Mr.. Schwab is in accord with
a cal BILE dispatch to The Tribune September g.
which gave an interview with Mr. Carnegie at his
home in Scotland. Mr.. Carnegie then said:
am glad 10 have the opportunity Of contradict
ing the unfounded stories to which reference is
made There is no friction whatever in the man
agement OF the Carnegie company. At no time
has the administration OF the concern worked with
more perfect harmony.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
CANAD4's FINANCIAL STATEMENT.

Ottawa Ont Sept 15-The details OF the hnan-
cial statement for the year ending June 80, last
given out by the Finance Department. show that
the revenue S5l 900, 7sS and the expenditure
$42,976O6l, leaving a surplus ordinary revenue Of
S8024,731 The amount, with a sinking fund or over
s. 100000, has been sufficient meet the entire
capital expenditure and to leave balance OF $71,
S2S to reduce the public debt
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
BOXERS HAD DISPERSED.

Taku, Sept. 12.-Au the Boxers against whom
an expedition of allies was sent 10 the west
ward had left the vicinity of Tu-Liu four days
previous 10 the arrival Of the troops
The German ard American legation guards
have returned TO the ships
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
GARLAND CERAMICS FOR MUSEUM.
GENERAL. DI CEsNOLA HOPES TO BUY THE
VALUABLE COLLECTION

General Of Cesnola director OF the Metropolitan
Museum Of Art. hopes TO obtain for the Museum
the valuable collection OF ceramics left by the late
James \. Garlanad who interpretations OF
the First National Bank.
General Of CesnOla said yesterday. after his
rival from Europe. that he hoped 70 buy the cob
lection for the Museum. The collection Is said to
be one Of the finest in the world
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
ACCUSED OF CHEATING At CARDS

Albany. Sept 15.-Charles 5. EytPge. Of No Es
West End-ave.. New-York. who was a passenger
on the steamer Adirondack last night, caused the
arrest of three men. fellow passengers. who he
alleged had swtndled him out OF $50 at cards.
Esytinge claimed the cards were marked COM
withdrawn
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
MAYOR TAN WYCK'S REPLY.
GOVERNOR HAS POWER TO SUSPEND HIM
PENDING INVESTIGATION OF CHARGES

The time allowed by Governor Roosevelt to
Mayor Van Wyck in which to file the answer to
the charges concerning the Mayors interest in the
Ice Trust expired at yesterday. The Mayor
has been preparing answer to the charges with
great care, assisted by Charles J. Patterson. his
counsel The Mayor would not talk about his
answer yesterday and would not tell If II had
been forwarded TO Attorney General Davies hut It
was believed that It sent to Mr.. Davies mt AL
bany.
It Is expected by the Republican politicians that
the Governor viii appoint Commissioner TO in
vestigate the charges after the Mayors answer
has been placed file. II Will be- for the Governor
10 decide If the Mayor shall be suspended pending
the investigation OF the charges. In case of the
suspension Of the Mayor. President Guggenheimer
OF the Council would be the Acting Mayor.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
BRITISH TROOPS FOR wEI-HAI-wEI.

Hons-Kong, Sept. 14--Orders have been issued
for the Third Brigade to proceed to Wei-Hai-
Wei Immediately
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
KRrEGER MESSENGER DOES NOT ARRIVE

James Francis Smith the District messenger
bov who carried the message from the school chill
dren of Philadelphia 10 President KRUGER did
arrive here yesterday. expected. He is on
the American Line steamer New-York, which was
expected to reach port yesterday.
PreparationS had been made 10 give him re-
ceptton at No q West Nineteenth-st. az o'clock,
but this plan had TO be given up He was 10 have
been escorted from he pier the place where he
was TO receive the reception by several hundred
District messenger boys. a hand and a platoon OF
police 90
If the messenger boy arrives home to-day he Will
go 10 Philadelphia tonight
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16

ANOTHER PLAGUE CASE IN GLASGOW
Glasgow. Sept. 15--Another plague case has been
reported here. making total of seventeen In
addition there is suspect and lis persons are
under obserVa ton.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16
CHINA's DECLARATION OF WAR.
1T WAS PRESENTED TO THE PEKING LEGA-
TONS ON JUNE 10

Berlin. Sept. 15-The Shanghai correspondent
of the ''Lokal Anzeiger' reports an interview
with DR.. Rosthorn, secretary Of the Austrian
Legation. in which the secretary is quoted as
saying that the Chinese Government presented
to the Ministers formal declaration of war on
June ~, considering the capture OF the Taku
Forts an act Of war. The Ministers were re-
quired TO leave Picking in twerty-four hours
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16

The statement is reiterated that Hsu Tune,
- Emperor's tutor. recently hanged himself
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16

The Aeolian can be played
by any one.
II Is a solo orchestra brought
within the home.
With its aid symphonies,
overtures, operas, or the latest
rag-time favorites may be
summoned at will. Dance mu-
sic Is always available.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1900-09-16

FOR APARTMENT SEEKERS
The Tribune each Sunday presents an attractive
sssortnent Of Networks choicest Apartment
HoUses Save time and comfort by consulting them.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1900-04-03
BOARDING HOUSE FAVORED
DIRECTORS OF THE Y. M. c. A.
ENDORSE THE IDEA.
Believe 1t Will be Important Adjunct
to Observation-Disclosures of 800 900
Reports.

The annual business meeting of the
Y. Ma G. A. was held last evening,
President Weldon in the chair The
most important thing taken up and
discussed was the proposed boarding
house for members. Attention was
called to the fact that large number
of the members are young men without
homes.
Secretary Coleman said he was inn
pressed with the need of home, and
believed steps should be taken at once
to establish it.
w. r. Castle believed the matter
quite feasible. His idea was that it
should have an endowment of, say,
100000, as a permanent guarantee of
stability.
President Weldon stated that such q
boarding institution, while being q
great help to members, would prove an
excellent investment for them. He
thought there would be no trouble in
getting the money.
Rev. H. c. Brown remarked that
such an institution would interest a
great many young men who were
strangers in the Association and its
work.
1t was finally decided to leave the
matter for the present in order to get
! a general expression from the mem
bers regarding it.
j. p. Cooke and Theodore Richards
were elected new members of the Board
of Directors, and Charles H. Atherron
was reelected to succeed himself. The
nine directors will meet Wednesday
evening to elect the regular officers of
the Association for the ensuing year.
George A. Howard, Rev. S. p. Perry
and DR.. G. Waldo Burgess were an
| pointed committee to arrange for the
anniversary meeting to be held on
April 10.
! w. r. Castle, A. B. Wood, Edgar
| Wood Rev. S. P. Perry and H. E,
Coleman were appointed a committee
to provide a summer camp for mem
bers. This scheme has proved a great
success in Associations of Mainland
| cities.
The remainder of the evening was de-
voted to hearing reports of officers and
| heads of committees, and discussing
! same.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1900-04-03
A GOOD THING.

There's one good thing when they feel
dry.
That business men cannot pass by,
For far and wide it's fame you hear,
They stop to drink of Rainier" beer.
On draught or in bottle at Criterion.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1900-04-03
OPEN AGAIN /!

Heavy Pongee Silk, suitable for mems
suits.
Fine Grass Linen, white blue, yellow
purple and green.
Handwork Fancy Sandal Wood Hand
kerchiefs and Gloves Boxes.
Embroidered Red Silk and Grass Linen
Table Covers.
Embroidered Silk Piano Covers. differ
ent colors.
Embroidered Silk Chinese Ensign.
Embroidered Silk American and Hawa-
iian Flag Handkerehlefs.
Embroidered Silk Handkerchief differ
ent colors and patterns.
Wooden Goods, Navy Blue and Black
for suits.
Best Navy Blue Serge.
India Linen, Victoria Lawn, Colored
Muslin and Curtain.
Tailoring n speciality.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1900-04-03

Note Heads Bill Heads, Letter Heads
and all kinds OF Job and Commercial
printing neatly and promptly executed
at the Star Office.
The Hawaiian star. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu]) 1893-1912, 1900-04-03
COMPOSER OF ANNIE LAURIE.
Death of Lady Acknowledgment
for Old Customs.

LONDON, March 18.-A quaint, VEN
cradle old lady, who might, to all APP
pearances have just stepped out of a
Goldsmith comedy or a Gainsborough
picture, died this week in the person of
Lady John Scott Spottiswoode, the
composer of annie Laurie" and other
familiar melodies. She was 81 years
of age, an aunt of the Duke of Buc-
cleugh and closely related to the late
General Wauchope. She had a very
strong character and was a great up
holder of the old manners and customs.
When travelling she rode in a carriage,
always had postillions and encouraged
the observance of old customs. She
was a liberal benefactor to the poor,
and maintained a meal mill as a relic
Of old times and she preferred thatch
on roofs and peat for fires. She was
an indefagitable collector of antiques.