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Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
Cuban Concessions Asked.

Representatives OF the coming Cu.
ban republic are In Washington ask
ing congress and the president for
Concessions for Cuban products in the
United States tariff. They want a
bill passed admitting. after January
I, 1902. Cuban molasses and raw su-
"ar free into the United States. and
all other products OF the island they
propose shall be let in at half the
regular Dinglev tariff rates. In COM
pensation for this favor the Cubans
propose that from the same date, all
products OF the United States shall
he let into Cuba for half the rates Of
'utv levied bv the tariff which the
Cuban republic imposes on similar
products OF the most favored nation.
This proposition Is sure to attract
attention throughout the country.
The American people are In the
mood to grant many concessions to
the Cubans. The president and
Secretary Root have urged very con.
siderate treatment for Cuba in the
matter OF the remission of the redu,.-
ton Of duties on Cuban goods. A
large element In congress is uudoubt
eddy in favor o, helping Cuba in this
way. '.iia Maasure to grant favors
to Cuba is sure of early action by
congress. Concessions TO Cuba on
tbis line have ben considered inform
ally by most of the men who are like
ly to be members of the ways and
means committee OF the house In the
1hn mil ktxa<a
it is safe to say will be favorably dis
posed toward Cuba.
There is an element OF the people,
however, who will object to the en-
tire removal of the duties on Cuban
sugar. The cane and beet sugar
growers, of course. are among these.
There are thousands of Americans.
moreover, who have no pecuniary In
terest In this matter who will object
to the granting to Cuba, while she Is
a foreign state. such favors as are
already allowed to Hawaii and Porto
Rico, which are American territory.
They say, let Cuba declare for au-
nexation. and then she will get the
same sort of treatment at the custom
house as is allowed to California. Or
egon. Maine, Florida or any other
part of the United States. The ex-
act strength OF this Idea Is still un-
certain. but 1t will make itself felt
when the matter comes up in con-
| gress. Cuba's existence Is depend
ent on the granting of some sort OF
concessions at the American custom
house, and the majority of the people
OF the United States are undoubtedly
disposed to give some fRvors TO their
wards in the gulf of Mexico.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
Important Committe Report Is
ESsen Up and Carefully
Considered.
Some Changes That Must Be
Made in Certain Vital
Matters.

SCRANTON, Pa, Dec. 1.-THE
feature of today's session of the Fed
GRAFTON of Labor was the presenta
tion of the report of the executive
council, which was read by Vice
President Duncan of Boston. The
report was listened to with the clos
est attention, and it is supposed to
strike the keynote of the purposes OF
the Federation. No mention what
ever was made of the Shaffer-Mitch
ell-Gompers controversy of last sum
mer growing out of the big steel
strike. The report eulogiZes the
late President Mckinley and recon-
mends making an appropriation to-
wards the memorial fund. Nine hun
dred and sixteen charters have been
granted during the past year The
council urges that anti-injunction laws
be passed and that the Chinese eX-
clusion act be again urged upon con
gress. 1t reuests that efforts be
made to harmonize labor differences
by sending members of the council
as delegates to the convention of the
Western Federation of Labor. The
report also urges the revision of
the Don't Patronize' schemes at
present in vogue. The report says
the present scheme is cumbersome
and unfair in many particulars.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
DRAW A MORAL FOR AMERICA.
Comparison In Berlin on Discussion
Over Universal Freedom.

BERLIN, Dec. 1.-THE stirring
controversy at present going on in
Germany over university freedom"
has provoked among cultured circles
in Berlin an animated comparison of
the German system with the educa-
tional liberty enjoyed In the United
States. Brown and Leland Stanford
universities and the University of
Chicago. as well as the state uhivers-
tiles of Wisconsin, Kansas. Nebraska
and Iowa. come under consideration.
The comment is frequently heard
that the United States has not yet
put into practice fully the lessons
the present agitation here seeks to
emphasize. The difference which is
disturbing the German atmosphere
was precipitated by Professor Nom
msen's objection to the placing of
Professor SPAIN in the chair of his
tory in the University of Strassburg,
The venerable historian insists that
an appointment made on polItical-re-
ligious grounds threatens education-
al freedom. 1t is further suggested
that DR.. Spahn's private church afiil-
iations unfit him for the impartial ex-
position of history in the university.
Men throughout the empire are del
uging Professor Mommsen with con-
gratulations and assurances OF sup
port A distinguished former Amer
lean college president now residing
in Berlin, says:
The twenty-three great universi-
ties of Germany have been 30 long pi-
oneers in intellectual and scientific
liberty that one hesitates to believe
that any serious departure 'is either
threatened or contemplated During
the last century. under thes*erv. win
dows of the royal palace, this most re-
dictionary government has tolerated
almost inconceivable license on the
part of university professors. Oc-
casionally teaching has been counte-
nanced that struck the nations most
sacred political and economic ideals.
THE conspicuous and continuous
example thus set by Germany has ex-
ercised deep influence on the edu-
cational life of the United States,
which accordingly should have the
keenest interest in the progress OF
the present discussion. Most OF us
make no distinction between Protest
antism and Catholicism as far as spir-
ituality is concerned. but in countries
that maintain an established church
education must necessarily be more
or less affected"
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
URGES CHURCH UNITY.
Canon Of Westminster Paving the
Way for Reunion Of British
Christians

LONDON. Dec. l1.-Nonconformity
attaches grant importance to the Wig
orous efforts being made by Canon
Herbert Hensley Henson OF West
minister to pave the way for the re-
union of British Christians.
Canon Henson denies the cherished
idea OF Anglicanism that it occupies
d higher place that noncontormity
and argues that dissent is quiIe
good enough TO be associated with
the church" on terms oil eQuaiity.
He says that any man who should dl.
.empL to maintain that non-Episco-
pal Christians are morally inferior to
their established brethren would be
made ridiculous by notorious facts.
He points out that noncontormists
represent religious energy and vol
ume of Christian conviction which
compares favorably with anything
che national church can exhibit.
Canon Henson also declares that the
Free churchs enrich the life oil
Chi tstendom with their full proper
tiol sanity lives" and advocates the
summary destruction of the barriers
that divide them from the Episco-
palians.
The canon of Westminster is weav-
ing the sentiments into sermons and
public writings. The nonconformist
press receives them most cordially
and spreads them broadcast through.
out the Free Church congregations.
The Christian World says:
Canon Henson has the forces of
reason and enlightenment on his side.
but evidently realizes that much is
to be done before his views are ac-
cepted by Anglicans as whole
Nevertheless kS deals blows the ~f
feet Of which must fail to be felt
He places chemistry under debt OF
gratitude"
The noncouformists. whose seven
teen bodies are moving in solid
phalanx against the great social vices
Of the nation warmly invite a com
plete union of Christian vitality, de
claring that division in the face o.
the organization and aggressiveness
OF the common enemy is worse thar
folly.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
APPEAL BY RosTAND.
Draws Sensational Picture Of the
Beers in Reconcentrado
Camps.

PARIS, Dec. 1.-THE W,
members of the executive comm o''
of the society styled pennies Tor
the Beers" week launched an ap-
peal to civilized Europe and America
to send money. food clothes and
medicine in order to succor "the lit
tie Boer children dying In the concen-
tration camps"
Edmond Rostand. the well-known
author of "Cyrano de Bergerac." pub
fishes a fifty-line poem, heading the
appeal. reminding the people that the
boer children will have no Christmas
and that the Boer mothers do not
have enen enough collins to bury their
little ones. Rostand draws a sensa-
tional picture of the condition of the
concentration camps. LOSING no chance
to anathematize Lord Kitchener and
the English in terms stronger than
have yet appeared in French print.
He declares in majestic periods
that half the number of children In
the camps ae dead; that none young
or than 5 years are alive: that women
are expiring and that old mems
corpses are lttterfng the ground
while nightly the coffin parade" is
an occurrence.
The committee furnishes address,
es where gifts we'll be received and
forwarded Immediately to the Trans
vaal Thousands of circulars con
tanning translation Of Rostand's 20
em and the committee's appeal have
already been sent for distribution
among the school children Of Eng
land though It Is expected these will
he promptly seized and suppressed bv
the British authorities.
The committee has also ARRANGED
matinee for Christmas dav. at fan
tast'c prices IN one NJ the largest
theaters In Paris for the boneft of
the concentration camps. Captain
snndberp former aid-de.camn to
General Botha has promised TO speak
Mt the entertainment
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
POLITICS IN cRocKER'S
JOURNEY TO INDIANA.
Belief That He will Confer With op.
ponents of Taggart, Who Is
Supported by Hill.

INDIANAPOLIS, Dec.11-An an
nouncement that Richard Croker, the
defeated Tammany boss, is expected
at West Braden Springs for an in
definite stay before leaving for Eu-
rope, accompanied by an intimation
that there may be some conference
on national politics during his visit,
cannot be confirmed here, but there
are indications notwithstanding
that some of the Democratic politi-
clans have been appraised of Gro
ker's coming and will meet him at
the springs this week.
Former Mayor Taggart. who wants
to be chairman of the Democratic ma
tional committee. is spending most
of his time at French Lick, one mile
from West Braden, and Benjamin F.
Shiveley, candidate for governor on
the Democratic ticket in 1896, will
be there this week. John w. Kern,
candidate for governor in 1900, is now
in Virginia, but is expected back the
latter part of the week.
1t was said by a Democrat at the
Grand Hotel that If Croker has poll.
tical mission in Indiana 1t Is to cir.
cumvent the plans of David B. Hill
who is supporting Taggart for the ma.
tional craftsmanship, and who is said
to have already secured a pledge
from the New York member to vote
for Taggart,, and the latter is fol
Hill for President in 1904. There is
considerable opposition to Hill in this
state and the impression seems to be
that Croker is coming here to confer
with its leaders and plan campaign
against Hill. 1t is not known wheth
er anw other politicians will be al
West Baden during Croker's visit OIL
not.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
PUT STOP TO HIGH LIVING.
Entertains Lavishly and Also Buys
Fine Jewels.

| NEW YORK, Dec. 11.-Dressed In
the height OF fashion, but practically
without funds, man who gave his
name as Baron NJ. de Corty was ar
rested at the Waldorf-Astoria, charg
ed with violating the hotel law
| When searched letters were found
which indicated that he was known
also as Baron Martin Van Corty and
that his home is in Luzerne, Switzer.
land. The baron entertained lavish
ly, giving wine suppers and theater
parties. but trouble began when he
gave check on ]. p. Morgan & Co.
to jewelry concern without going
through the formality of depositing
money with the banking house.
Baron de Corty came to this city
last week on the Hamburg liner Pal
alta. He travelled in the second cab
in. Upon arriving here he went to
the Waldorf-Astoria and engaged a
So day room. According to the ho-
tel people, he lost no time in letting
every one he met know that he was a
nobleman and that he possessed un-
limited wealth. He engaged a fine
carriage and went for a daily drive in
Central Park
All might have gone well for sew
eral weeks had he not gone to Tiff
fany's Thurs sdsy and arranged for the
purchase of a diamond there and
solitaire diamond ring These he
explained he intended to present to
a wealthy young woman whom he in
tended to marry. The value OF the
jewels came to $4,000. He gave
check in payment. The jewery was
10 be delivered next day.
Two representatives of the firm
called on the baron the next evening
but refused to deliver the jewels un-
less they received the cash. The
baron offered to make draft for the
sum. but this being declined he in
vited the visitors to champagne
dinner.
In the meantime the jewelers. had
communicated with the banking con
Baron de Corty had no account with
it. The information was given to
George c. Boldt, proprietor of the
Waldorf-Astoria. The baron was
summoned to Mr.. Boldt's private of
fee this afternoon. Mr.. Boldt ex-
planned that the baron had been there
week and owed $305.
The baron, astonished at Mr..
Boldt's conduct. said he would draw
check. on ]. P. Morgan. Mr.. Boldt
said he preferred the cash. AS the
baron had only a one dollar bill,
which he sedately offered on account,
Mr.. Boldt caused his arrest.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
ONTARIO FACES CRISIS.
Government Called Upon TO Fulfill
Pledges Made ProhIbitIonists.

OTTAWA. Dec. 1.-THE govern
ment OF Ontario has been placed on
the horns Of dilemma by the recent
decision OF the imperial privy coun.
ell declaring that provincial lepisla.
tures have power to enact prohibitorv
'inuor laws. The Temperance people
OF the province have long been as
sured that n It should he found intra
wires of the provincial legislature 20
pass prohibitory liquor law. such
legislation should he enacted. The
Judgment OF the privy council has now
removed all doubt. and the Ontario
government is therefore face to face
with the problem OF how to fulfill It's
pledges and at the same time retain
the support Of the liquor interests and
antl-prohibitionists, as well as avert
certain financial disaster to the prov
ince which 1t is claimed will result
from the operation OF such a law.
This decision was as unexpected as
1t was unwelcomed by the govern
ment party in Ontario. and It has
been received with feeling akin to
actual CONSERVATION, in view OF the
fact that the provincial general cleo
tions must take place In few
months. and the prohibition specter,
unless skillfully shelved, Is now like
ly to prove an insurmountable bar
rier to the success of the government
at the polls.
The decision was made on an ap-
peal from the judgment of the Man
itoba full court of kings bench. as
to the constitutionality of the Mani.
toba liquor act. This act aims to
prohibit. with certain necessary ex.
ceptions, the sale of intoxicating liq
uors in Manitoba. Liquor may be
manufactured in the province for sale
without its borders. The provincial
claring the act ultra wires the pro
vincial Legislature; and 1t is this
judgment which the highest appellate
court in the British empire has just
now reversed.
There is undoubtedly large pre-
ponderating sentiment In favor Of
prohibition. Ontario, showed by the
referendum in 1894 which gave a ma
jority In the province OF 10000 foi
total prohibition. and by the domin
ion plebiscite In 1898, when the pro
hibitionist majority in Ontario
amounted to 10000. This maJorit,
is entirely rural. the cities of the do
minion being hostile to the prohibit
tion proposal.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
WENT LONGEST WAY AROUND.
instance Of intelligent Telegraph. Ser
vice in Rural England.

LONDON, Dec. ia recent in
stance illustrates the intelligent tel
egraph service as it is conducted un-
der government supervision in rural
England. A telegram was sent
from Dunwich to Wessleton. Suffolk
villages about two miles apart II
took one and one-half hours in tran
sit. Inquiry showed that it was first
telephoned from Dunwich to South
wald, four miles as the crow flies;
then telegraphed from there to the
town of Lowestoft, eleven miles.
From Lowestoft. which lies in the ex-
treme north of Suffolk. it was tee-
graphed to Ipswich, in the south. a
distance in a straight line of thirty
eight miles. From there 1t was duly
transmitted another eighteen miles
to Saxmundham; then a few miles to
Dursham whence it was sent by foo!
messenger to Wessleton. A boy
could have walked the distance in a
third Of the time.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
America, Greatest Railroad.

America is the possessor Of the best
railroads in the world, and while this
may seem broad statement, 1t Is
absolutely true. Such rank can only
be gained by establishing system
that stands for perfection. This IL
also true about medicine. About
fifty years ago remedy was first
introduced for stomach. liver and
bowel complaints. and during those
years has been recognized as the limit
of science in presenting a perfect
medicine. !. We refer to Hostetter's
Stomach Bitters. When your
stomach becomes deranged. and you
suffer from indigestion. dyspepsia.
flatulency. nervousness or insomnia.
you will make no mistake In trying
this sovereign remedy. 1t will
strengthen your stomach. purify the
blood and prevent malaria. fever and
ague It will surely do you good.
| Avoid substitutes.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
Railroad War Is Most Detri-
mental to Business of
Cripple Creek.
Cut Rates May Continue Till
One Of the Roads Goes
Into Bankruptcy.

CRIPPLE CREEK, Dec. 11.-One of
the most prominent bankers and bust
ness men of Cripple Creek and a
gentleman who is directly interested
in the railroad situation is authority
Tor the statement that the present cut
rates are liable to continue for a
year and be reduced to point where
it will mean bankruptcy to one or the
other OF the roads participating in
the war.
Business men are beginning to cor
plain of the cut rates, asserting that
the people of the district are going
to other towns to do their shopping.
being enabled to do SO on account of
the low tariff. Further cuts in both
passenger and freight rates are ex-
pected in the near future
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12

AS we go to press very entertain
ing divorce case Is on in the county
zales vs. Margurita Gonzales. The
plaintiff is a very handsome Mexican
gentleman OF considerable means
and appears to be about "a years of
age. The court room was crowded
with Interested listeners to the plain
tins tale OF woe. The district at
torney and l. B. Melville sympathe-
tically assisted. There was consid-
cradle trouble in obtaining a jury on
account Of SO many serving In the
district court. but matters were final
ly adjusted and the case proceeded
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
Better Quarters for Actors.

PARIS, Dec. I'm. Care, man
ager of the Opera Comique, has de
manded better accommodations for
his artists. The stage dressing
rooms of the Opera Comique are sc
small that no emergency exits could
be provided for escape of the person
mel In case of fire. NJ. Carre urges
the purchase Of an adjoining house
looking on the Boulevard des tall
enes. The reporter of the budget is
wiling to allot 100000 for the need
tt1 acquisition and change.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
Not In Durango.

The report that Stevens. the horse
thief. arrived in Durango last
night cannot be verified as Officer
Wickline SAYS that he has been una
BILE to get any trace of him. It now
seems that Stevens and the man
Wheeler confined with him. broke
out of the Aztec jail again last night.
and. as reported, started in this direc-
tion. This morning about o'clock
Deputy Sheriff Carter Of San Juan
county. N. NJ. and VIM. Adair arriv-
ed In Durango in search Of the pair
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
Artists Declare for Paris.

PARIS, Dec. 11.-Edwin Abbey 5
advice to American art students to go
to London rather than Paris was re-
ceived with surprise by the American
colony here. A large number of ar
lists and students were asked their
opinion on the matter. and all most
stoutly maintained that Paris is su-
perior in every respect. Many who
have tried London say that, apart
Nom purely artistic considerations
wealth and social position in London
often count for more than talent. Be.
sides. even the best English artists
are notoriously bad draughtsmen
Paris, again. is cheaper, has better
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
The Libel Case.

The evidence In libel case was
concluded .,v court ad-
,,,tcal X this morn
to' --cred. Mr.. Ritter then
--,pened for the state and occupied so
minutes. J. +. Spickard opened for
the defense. occupying 80 minutes,
Chas. A. Johnson closing for the de-
Tense. occupying about an hour.
Court then adjourned for dinner. and
at 80 this afternoon Mr.. Ritter con-
cludes for the defense. and at this
writing it is hardly probable that a
verdict will be reached before going
to press. Without comment. The
Herald in n day or two will publish
the sworn testimony and argument of
Mr.. Ritter leaving the people to
Judge for themselves.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
Bank Robbers at Work.

CINCINNATI. Ohio, Dec. 1.-THE
First National bank of Felicity, a
suburb of this city, was broken open
and robbed this morning. Just as
the thieves reached the cash box and
before blowing open the safe they
were surprised by citizens well arm
ed. The robbers fled with but little
booty.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12

ident and Mrs. Roosevelt have been
entertaining the estranged wife of
Senator Wolcott. The Roosevelts
have been very fond of the Wolcotts
and they hope to bring about rec
oncilliation between the two. Mrs
Wolcott is now gust at the White
House, and the former senator is ex-
pected torarrive the latter part of the
week.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
Asks PapaI Benedietion.

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Dec. 11.-This
morning the Federation OF Catholic
Societies now in session here sent
the following telegram to Rome:
This Federation in convention as
sembled humbly and loving asks for
the papal benediction."
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
The Monument Fund.

The following people have handed
in their names and dimes to the Nc
Kinley monument fund since our last
report:
Golden Barrett. Silverton.
Belle T. Barrett, Silverton.
William Rush, Silverton.
Lyman G. Rush, Silverton.
Frank C. Lydon.
Miss Monteith.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
They Argued a Hot Question.

NEW YORK, Dec. 11.-Francis w.
eagh. editorial writer on an after
noon paper. was fatally shot this fore
noon by Alexander Horr, printer.
The shooting was the result Of des-
perate quarrel over the rights and
wrongs OF anarchy.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
More Beers Captured.

LONDON, Dec. 1l.-Lord Kitchen
er cables General Hamilton that af-
ter a nights march he captured the
whole commando of Bethel. Seven
Beers were killed and nearly two hun
dred captured.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
House..

WASHINGTON. Dec. 1.-The, ju.
dietary committee meet tomorrow to
discuss the question of restricting an.
archy and anarchists and of formulat.
ing an antitrust measure. It Is ex-
pected the Nicaraguan canal bill will
be reported to the house next Tues
day
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
Her Fortune for Education.

SAN FRANCISCO. Dec. 11.-Mrs
Stanford has just left here for Wis
It to New York. She will return in
side OF month to watch the pro
gress OF the new university buildings,
she having given thirty million dol,
lars. nearly her entire fortune to the
educational institution.
Durango semi-weekly herald., 1901-12-12
She Ruined Innocen. Young clerk.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 1.-THE final
arguments of counsel were begun in
the Bonine case this afternoon. Mr..
Taggart, for the government, made a
bitter arraignment of Mrs. BonIne.
charging her with first running and
then numbering innocent young Cen
sus Clerk Ayers. The case will in
all probability go to the Jury tomor-
row.