ELOQUENTLY PLEADED IN SENATE, DEATH OF FATHER McGLYNN, HONORS GIVEN, AND BASEBALL FAIR

 

Sen. George Frisbie Hoar.

Senator Albert J. Beveridge.

Cortland Evening Standard, Wednesday, January 10, 1900.

ELOQUENTLY PLEADED.

Beveridge's Maiden Speech on Philippine Question.

MASTERLY REPLY BY MR. HOAR.

Junior Senator From Indiana Receives Tumultuous Applause on Finishing

His Able Effort—Bay State Senator Denounces Policy of Administration.

   WASHINGTON, Jan. 10.—"The man little knows the common people of the republic; little understands the instincts of our race, who thinks we will not hold it (the Philippine archipelago) fast and hold it forever, administering just government by simplest methods." This sentence was the keynote of the speech delivered in the senate by Mr. Beveridge, the junior senator from Indiana.

   It was the maiden speech in the senate of about the youngest member of the body. The announcement that he would deliver an address embodying his observations in the Philippines attracted an unusually large number of auditors to the galleries.

   On the floor of the senate every member in the city was in his seat, and scores of representatives were in attendance. The occasion was inspiring, and Mr. Beveridge rose to it brilliantly.

   At the conclusion of the speech tremendous and unrestrained applause swept over the galleries, and it was notable that Secretary of the Treasury Gage, who occupied a seat in the senator's gallery, was a participant in it.

   It was 2:28 p. m. when Mr. Beveridge completed his address. As he resumed his seat a storm of applause swept through the gallery which was prolonged to an unusual extent. President pro tem Frye made a passive effort to repress the demonstration and finally announced that applause was not permitted in the United States senate. This was greeted with laughter, in which Mr. Frye himself indulgently joined.

   Meantime Mr. Beveridge was receiving the congratulations of his colleagues and many members of the house.

   Mr. Hoar had risen and addressed the chair. He had been a careful listener to the speech of Mr. Beveridge and for some time had been getting his information together for a reply. As soon as he could make himself heard he said that he had been delighted with the eloquence of the senator from Indiana. "I am glad," said he, "to welcome to the public service his enthusiasm, his silver speech and the earnestness with which he is disposed to discharge his duty."

   Yet, he said, he had listened in vain for those words which the American people have taken on their lips in solemn crisis. The words "right," "justice," "duty" and "freedom" were absent from the eloquent address. The beauty and eloquence of the speech had recalled that incident in which Satan had taken Christ up into an exceeding high mountain and shown him all the kingdoms of the world and the glory thereof, and promised that all should be his if he would fall down and worship him; and he had replied: "Get thee behind me, Satan."

   Mr. Hoar declared that practically every statement of fact in the speech was refuted by government reports received from Admiral Dewey, General Otis and other official sources.

   Where did Spain get the right to sell her rights in the Philippines? Mr. Hoar asked. Where did the United States get the right to buy and sell people like sheep? He was certain that for all the wealth and commerce and glory which he had eloquently depicted the senator from Indiana would not have a great injustice done.

   He thought it would be necessary to revise the constitution before those Filipinos could be bought and sold. He did not believe Mr. Beveridge would advise the American people to do this anything or do anything so base as to strike down the infant Filipinos republic.

   Mr. Hoar referred to Mr. Beveridge's statement that the present condition of warfare was due to utterances in this country. This he denied. General Otis amended the proclamation to the Filipinos by making the statement: "I am convinced that it is the intention of the government of the United States to seek the establishment of the most liberal government in the Philippines."

   This appeared in the proclamation published to the Filipinos, but a copy of the actual proclamation of the president fell into the hands of the Filipino leaders and precipitated hostilities.

   After reading some passages from official reports, Mr. Hoar concluded, promising to discuss the question fully in the near future.

   When the Philippine debate had been concluded for the day Mr. Carter called up the bill conferring additional authority upon the director of the census. It was found impossible to amend or pass the bill because of the lack of a quorum, and at 4 o'clock the senate adjourned.

 

Senate Bill For Good Roads.

   WASHINGTON, Jan. 10.—Mr. Penrose has introduced in the senate a bill appropriating $5,000,000 for the construction of public roads in the United States, the money to be distributed among the several states in proportion to the mileage of their roads.

 

Father Edward McGlynn.

PAGE TWO—EDITORIALS.

Death of Father McGlynn.

   Rev. Edward McGlynn, D. D., died in Newburg, Sunday. He was born in New York City on Sept. 27, 1837. After attending the public schools, he studied theology at the College of the Propaganda in Rome, where he received his doctorate after a public examination. In 1860 he was ordained to the priesthood, and on his return to the United States he was made an assistant pastor, and also became a hospital chaplain. On the death of Father Cummings in 1866, Dr. McGlynn was appointed to succeed him as pastor of St. Stephen's church in New York City. Because of his eloquence, heartiness and quick sympathy, he became very much beloved by his congregation.

   Dr. McGlynn's unwillingness to establish a parochial school in connection with his church, and his claim that the public schools were safe for the children of Roman Catholics, brought him into disfavor with the authorities of the church. Moreover, in 1886 he supported Henry George for mayor of New York, and his advocacy of the latter's single tax doctrines resulted in his being censured by the archbishop of the diocese. Dr. McGlynn persisted, and the matter was referred to Rome for action. Meanwhile, the archbishop removed him from the charge of St. Stephen's. He ignored the summons to appear at the Vatican, and was excommunicated. Many of his parishioners shared his views, and in consequence the sentiment in his favor was very strong.

   During the spring of 1887, Dr. McGlynn helped to found and became president of the Anti-Poverty society, and he became conspicuous because of his Sunday evening lectures before that body in the Academy of Music in New York. Subsequently, he lectured in behalf of his economic opinions in many cities of the United States, and published articles in support of his views.

   In 1893, Dr. McGlynn was restored to the Roman Catholic church and priesthood. He went to Rome, and on his return resumed his pastoral labors in New York. Subsequently, he was given a church in Newburg, and he was its pastor at the time of his death. Since his restoration to the church he had refrained from public expression of his views on economic questions.

 

George J. Mager.

THE SECOND NATIONAL BANK.

Mr. George J. Mager Succeeds Mr. Hector Cowan as President.

   At the adjourned meeting of the board of directors of the Second National bank held in the bank parlors at 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon the following officers were elected for the ensuing year:

   President—George J. Mager.

   Vice-President—E. A. Fish.

   Cashier—H. L. Smith.

   Attorney—H. A. Dickinson.

   At a subsequent meeting of the board of directors held last evening the following resolutions were presented and were unanimously adopted:

   WHEREAS, Mr. Hector Cowan, after serving the Second National bank of Cortland as its president for the period of five years, has declined to accept a reelection for another term of said office.

   Resolved, That we the board of directors of said bank, tender to him this testimonial of our high appreciation of the value of his services rendered during the critical times which this bank has been obliged to encounter, and the faithful manner in which he has watched over its interests in subsequent times,

   Resolved, Further, that we congratulate him and the stockholders and customers of said bank, that he has signified his intention of retaining his interests in said bank, and that we shall have the benefit of his co-operation and advice in the period of prosperity which has returned under his management.

   H. A. DICKINSON, L. J. FITZGERALD, H. L. SMITH.

 

MR. GEORGE J. MAGER

Elected President of the Second National Bank of Cortland.

   The election of Mr. George J. Mager to the presidency of the Second National bank, while it will be a surprise to most of our readers, will meet with the cordial approval of friends of the bank generally. Mr. Mager has been a resident of Cortland since 1883, when he bought out the firm of Fish & Walrad and formed a new partnership with Mr. Walrad under the name of Mager & Walrad, which afterwards became Mager & Stoker, and finally G. J. Mager & Co., and so continued till the destructive fire which led Mr. Mager to close up the business. After the death of Mr. Benton B. Jones, editor of the Cortland Democrat, Mr. Mager became administrator of the estate, which was only recently closed up. During his residence in Cortland he has gained the reputation of being a cautious, accurate, prudent, judicious, careful, upright and energetic business man. He possesses in a marked degree the characteristics which go to make up a conservative and successful banker, and under his management the affairs of the Second National—which are now in a healthy and prosperous condition—can hardly fail of being well and successfully managed.

 

A Business Change.

   Mr. William Tifft, who has been working in the barber shop of A. W. Jones, has purchased a half interest in Paul Drexler's barber shop. The new firm name will be Drexler & Tifft and next Monday morning the shop equipments will be moved to the Samson building in the rooms opposite the Opera House on the ground floor. Mr. Tifft is already located with Mr. Drexler in the shop in the Beaudry block.

 

W. C. T. U. Meeting.

   The regular meeting of the W. C. T. U. was held on Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock.

   In accordance with the request of the state president that Jan. 11 be observed as a day of prayer for the temperance work and workers, Tuesday, the day of the regular meeting was observed instead. The first half hour was spent in devotional exercises led by Mrs. Marritt. After the reading of secretary's and treasurer's reports arrangements were made for the annual visit to the county poor house on Wednesday, Jan. 10. The superintendent of Sunday-school work also gave her report.

   Various members reported calls made upon the sick, thirteen in all.

   At the request of Mrs. Morris a prayer-meeting was appointed to be held at her rooms in the Calvert block, Tuesday evening, Jan 16.

   The president's New Year's letter was then read by the secretary. It was not only urged that each one should have something special to do but that she should keep a record of the same and report faithfully. An earnest effort should be made to increase our membership this year. We ought to have as many white-ribboners in the state as there are liquor dealers; we number 20,773, they about 28,000.

   The remainder of the hour was spent in prayer and testimony. The aggressive work now being carried on by the temperance men of our town was especially remembered at this time.

 

Cortland Normal School.

HONORS GIVEN.

Appointments for Commencement Honors Made at Normal This Morning.

   The members of the February graduating class at the Normal marched into Normal hall this morning to the music of the orchestra, this being the morning for commencement appointments to be made. The class is unusually large for a February class, having forty-five members. The faculty and members wore the class colors which are red and white.

   Dr. Cheney made the following appointments:

   Principal's Appointment—Lottie Fidelia Smith.

   Other Appointments —Bertha M. Bridge, Evelyn L. Miller, Etta Rock, Samuel B. Howe, Jr., Florence M. Drake, Jennie L. Robinson, Myra R. Chandler, Mabel R. Hare, Mary A. Carberry and Leonora W. Jennings.

 

Truxton.

   TRUXTON, Jan. 8.—Messrs. Bell Bros. of Truxton completed the extensive repairs on the Willow Grove mills last week. And the new Munson feed grinder manufactured at Utica of the very best quality of case hardened steel was given a test trial. The mill which has a capacity of 4,000 pounds of corn meal per hour proved equal to the occasion and gave the very best of satisfaction. It also has a patent automatic magnetic attachment capable of removing all foreign matter from the grain before it passes into the hopper.

   The Messrs. Bell Bros. are popular and energetic young business men and they are being congratulated by the people of Truxton upon their new enterprise and have earned a very substantial patronage.

 

Scott.

   SCOTT, Jan. 8.—Mr. Warren Edwards of Sherburne has been calling on friends in this place lately.

   Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Burdick are in Binghamton spending a few days with friends.

   Mr. F. F. Burdick who has been away for several months is home taking a short vacation with his parents.

   The New Year's party at Roche hotel was well attended. We understand there were over one hundred thirty couples present. Happy Bill Daniels' orchestra furnished the music.

   The week of prayer has been observed here, interesting meetings being conducted by Rev. J. T. Davis. The fore part of the week they were held at private houses and Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings at the S. D. B. church.

   P. O. Brown and son have been putting in a new Robinson feed mill and are ready to do custom work for all who may give them a call.

   Byron L. Barber was born in Scott, Jan. 8, 1837 and died in Scott Dee. 20, 1899. He had always lived in this town excepting a few years in the adjoining town of Spafford. He had been confined to the house for about three months with rheumatism which finally located on the brain. He was the son of Alonzo D. C. and Phoebe Barber. Mr. Barber was married at the age of twenty years to Miss Clarinda M. Barber. To them were born four children: Allen D. married and living in Homer, Ellery H. married and living near the homestead, Ernest L. and Clara V. living with their mother. He also leaves one brother Andrew S. of the state of Washington and one sister, Mrs. Emily Clarke of this place. In his younger days he taught several terms of school. For a number of years he made the cheese in the old Scott cheese factory. He was a member of the cornet band here for a number of years. Mr. Barber's main occupation the latter years of his life has been the manufacturing and mending of boots and shoes. His shop now looks lonesome. He is also missed in the church, the choir and the Bible school. For over fifty years he had been a member and faithful attendant of the S. D. B. church of this place. A man of decided opinions and was not afraid to express them. In politics he might be called an Independent. His acquaintance was quite extensive and he will be greatly missed.

 

Elm Stump.

   ELM STUMP, Jan. 8.—Wedding bells are ringing merrily.

   The school in the Reynolds district, with a few invited friends, made their teacher, Miss Lottie Hollister, a surprise party last Friday night at her boarding place, Mr. John Bliss'. The evening was passed very pleasantly with music and games and at an appointed hour refreshments were served, consisting of oysters, cold meat, pickles, cakes of various kinds, coffee and mixed candies to which all did ample justice, after which the usual good nights were exchanged and the guests took their departure all expressing the pleasure enjoyed during the evening. Those who were present during the evening were, Mr. Clayton Park, Mr. Harry Park, Miss Florence Park, Mr. Joe Thompson, Mr. Lawrence Reynolds, Miss Ruby Reynolds, Miss Bessie Reynolds, Miss Gertie Reynolds, Miss Flora Reynolds, Miss Alice King, Mr. Floyd Berry, Mr. Clarence Berry, Miss Lulu Wooden, Miss Francis Stoddard, Miss Ruth Chorley, Mr. Charles Price, Miss Helen Bliss, Miss Lena Price, Miss Anna Price, Miss Mildred Alexander, Miss Lottie Hollister, Mr. and Mrs. George Berry. Mr. and Mrs. John Bliss.

   Mr. and Mrs. George Sherman left last Tuesday for Bridgeport to visit his sister for a few days.

   Mr. Lyman Eisman, Mr. R. Fred Brooks, Mr. Dwight Brooks and Mr. Hotchkiss went to Owego Hill last Saturday on a hunting expedition.

   Miss Edna Price who is attending the State Normal school at Cortland returned to school to-day, she being detained at her home last week by sickness.

   Mr. Fred Rooks is at work at the door and window screen shop at Cortland.

   Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hopkins of Cortland were guests at Lyman Eisman's last Sunday.

   Miss Mildred Alexander of Cortland was a guest at Mr. John Bliss' last Friday and Saturday.

 

BASEBALL FAIR.

It is a Surety Wagon Donated for Season Ticket Prize.

   The committee on arrangements met at the Cortland House last night and made farther arrangements for the coming baseball fair. It was decided to hold the fair so that it will include two Saturday evenings. The place decided upon for holding the fair is C. A. A. hall and this has already been secured for the purpose. The entertainment committee will spare no pains in securing the best talent possible for the evenings during the progress of the fair. Elegant parlor scenes are being arranged for these entertainments and local musicians and actors will be present. Vaudeville and minstrel performances will be given throughout the week.

   The season ticket prize to be given during the fair will be a $ 100 carriage donated by the Cortland Wagon Co. There will be two wagons on exhibition, one with top and the other without, of which the winner of the prize may take his choice. The following decorating committee was appointed: John Murphy, chairman; Bert Bosworth, L. B. Graves, Eugene Shattuck and Herman Williamson.

   The entertainment committee is: Frank Lanigan, chairman; Wm. Walsh, E. B. Cummings, John Byrnes, John Walsh, George Murphy, Charles Roe, Arthur Williamson, Bert Seager, Wilson Wilcox and Robert Carpenter. There will be a meeting of all the committees next Friday evening at the Cortland House at 8:30 o'clock.

 

BREVITIES.

   —Beers & Warfleld's office has been connected with the telephone exchange.

   —Members of Vesta lodge will hold a social hop la the lodgerooms Saturday evening.

   —John D. Rockefeller has presented $100,000 to Columbia university for the endowment of a chair of psychology.

   —A special meeting of the board of managers of the hospital will be held Friday, Jan. 12, at 8 P. M. at the hospital.

   —There will be a meeting of the board of governors, C. A. A., to-night at 8:30 o'clock at C. A. A. hall. All members must be present.

   —Pecos Tribe, No. 357, I. O. R. M., will give a dancing party in their wigwam, Garrison block, Saturday evening, Jan. 18. Dancing from 8 to 12 o'clock. Music by McDermott's orchestra.

   —Teachers' examinations, first, second and third grade, for the First commissioner district will be held at the Normal building Thursday and Friday of this week under the direction of Commissioner Luke J. McEvoy.

   —There will be a game of basket ball to-night at 8:45 in the new Y. M. C. A. gymnasium between the local team and the Auburn team. This is the first game of the season and the first to be played on the new gymnasium floor.

   —New display advertisements to-day are—G. W. Webster & Son, Flour and feed, page 4; Cortland Savings bank, Statement, page 4; McCarthy & Sons, Sewing machines, page 7; Cortland Opera House, "A Runaway Wife," page 5.

   —The funeral of General Glenny took place and was largely attended this afternoon at the residence, corner of Cascadilla and First-sts. Sydney post No. 41, G. A. R., attended with flag draped in mourning, a delegation from James E. Mix post also attending. Rev. Wm. H. York read the burial service and at the grave read a brief commital service. The interment was in the family plot in the city cemetery—Ithaca Journal, Jan. 9.