Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-07-11
LORD MAYORS GUESTS
AMERICAN OFFICERS LUNCH AT
MANSION HOUSE.
Continuation Of the Cordially Which
Has Marked Their Visit
to London.

A dispatch from London last night says:
Lord Mayor Samuel gave a luncheon at the
Mansion House here today in honor OF Rear
Admiral Cotton and the other officers OF the
United States European squadron, now at
anchor in Portsmouth harbor. After the
toasts to King Edward and President
Roosevelt had been received with enthu-
siasm. the lord mayor proposed the health
Of Admiral Cotton, his officers, and the
entire American navy.
Gentlemen" said the lord mayor, in
the course of my term of office 1t Is my
duty to entertain many people, but wish
to tell you that this lunch was not OFF,
cially inspired. could not let the Ameri-
can squadron go without showing them,
and, hope, all the people of America. that
ties of race, blood and language are recog-
nized here in the city of London more
warmly than in any other part Of the world
May the bonds which bind the two coun-
tries ever grow closer. and, If necessary.
may we face the whole world together,
while always endeavoring by every means
in our power to maintain the peace Of the
world
Incidentally, the lord mayor made strik-
ing reference to the Kishenef massacre. He
said he was thankful that the United States
was not bound by diplomatic rules and eti-
voice in protest against the barbarities OF
the world wherever they occurred.
Admiral Cotton made graceful acknowl-
edgement of the kindly welcome that the
Americans had received from the British
fleet and people. and added:
THE squadron is here by direct order
of the President of the United States and
as messenger of peace and good will,
countries when say hope and 1 believe
that the Cross of st. George and the stars
and stripes will never be waved but in
amity and friendship and for the peace OF
the world" Prolonged cheering greeted the
admirars speech.
Ambassador Choate, in toasting the lord
mayor, said he hoped the Americans would
realize the great honor which was paid
them in being entertained in this historic
room. Abiding to the United States navy,
Mr.. Choate said it was growing thanks to
the enthusiasm of it's commander-in-chief,
President Roosevelt.
The luncheon was brilliant affair. ac-
companied by all the picturesque city cere-
monies, while the ships were made the sub
ject for an Anglo-American love feast. Mrs
Choate, wife of the United States ambas-
sador. sat on the lord mayors right and
Admiral Cotton was seated between the
lady mayoress and Prince Louis Of Bat
tenberg. The others present included Am
bassador Choate, Senator German, Lord
Rothschild, the entire staff of the American
embassy Consul General Evans. Senator
Depew and Sir Henry Irving. Altogether
there were over $50 guests.
After the luncheon the naval officers pro-
ceeded to the armory of the Honorable Ar
tillery Company. who were reviewed by
King Edward at pm. The review was
brilliant affair The king wore the uni
form Of the regiment Of which he is captain
general and colonel. He rode to the Horse
Guards parade at 5:45 pm, followed by
Queen Alexandra and the Princess Victoria
In an open carriage. An immense crowd
OF people encircled the parade, and all the
windows and the roofs of the adjoining
houses were crowded with spectators.
The Honorable Artillery Company look
ed very smart and businesslike. It con-
sisted OF six companies of infantry two
batteries OF khaki colored guns and an
up-to-date staff of cyclist dispatch bear
ers. motor cycle couriers and signal men,
The king followed the evolutions closely.
and at their conclusion said he was glad
OF the opportunity to inspect the company
for the first time since his accession, and
remarked that 200 of the artillerymen
would soon go to Boston to participate in
the anniversary of the Ancient and Honor
able Artillery Company Of Boston, which
was an onshoot of their own corps. They
would be received In the most cordial fash
ion, and he hoped their visit would help
to cement the bond of friendship between
the two countries, which he regarded as be-
ing of so much Importance.
In conversation with American officers
at the kings dinner at Buckingham Pal
ace yesterday evening members of the
caD1net expressed a desire for an extern
sion of the Monroe doctrine. Recognizing
the paramount influence of the United
States in the western hemisphere, Great
Britain, they said, wants Washington to
exercise control in some way over the
financial obligations of the Central and
South American states. Apparently Great
Britain, not desiring a repetition of the
Venezuelan affair. favors the adoption of
means whereby the smaller republics will
be compelled to meet their obligations with
out pressure from Europe.
The Prince of Wales has accepted an in
vitation to breakfast on the United States
flagship Kearsarge at Portsmouth. Some
of the most distinguished officials Of the
empire will be present
The king gave a public exhibition of his
interest in the American officers by shak-
ing hands with Rear Admiral Cotton and
bowling to each of the American captains
during his inspection of the Honorable
Artillery Company.
Ambassador Choate gave a dinner to-
night in honor of the American naval men.
inviting them to meet number of distin-
guished officials.
The breakfast given to the Prince Of
Wales by Admiral Cotton will take place
on the Kearsarge at 10 o'clock on the
morning of July 10. His royal highness
will subsequently inspect the warship.