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| Admiral George Dewey. |
Cortland Evening Standard, Wednesday, April 4, 1900.
DEWEY A CANDIDATE.
WILL ACCEPT DEMOCRATIC NOMINATION FOR PRESIDENT.
Says He Has Changed His Mind Since Last Fall—Office of President is Not Hard to Fill—He Can Execute the Laws—Will Not State Platform.
NEW YORK, April 4.—The interview in which Admiral Dewey announced his willingness to run for the presidency, printed by The World this morning, and confirmed by the admiral in Washington to-day, follows:
"Admiral, in view of the many conflicting reports relative to your attitude toward a nomination for the presidency, will you make a statement to The World?"
"Yes: I realize that the time has arrived when I must definitely define my position. When I arrived in this country last September I said then that nothing would induce me to be a candidate for the presidency. Since then, however, I have had the leisure and inclination to study the matter and have reached a different conclusion, inasmuch as so many assurances have come to me from my countrymen that I would be acceptable as a candidate for this great office. If the American people want me for this high office I shall be only too willing to serve them. It is the highest honor in the gift of this nation; what citizen would refuse it? Since studying this subject I am convinced that the office of the president is not such a very difficult one to fill, his duties being mainly to execute the laws of congress. Should I be chosen for this exalted position I would execute the laws of congress as faithfully as I have always executed the orders of my superiors."
"Is there any political significance in your trips West?" the World correspondent asked.
"No; I am simply filling the engagements made months ago—long before I ever thought seriously of the presidency."
"On what platform will you stand?"
"I think I have said enough at this time, and possibly too much."
LEHIGH VALLEY R. R.
In Connection With the Reading is Now a Vanderbilt Road.
NEW YORK. April 4.—Control of the Reading railroad has been acquired by the Vanderbilts and in the variety of its important bearings no other railroad deal announced in years approaches this, says the Times today. Much more than on the surface appears is involved. The Lehigh Valley and the Erie systems are to be merged into the Reading, so they will become the property of the Vanderbilts.
By this transaction practically every disturbing factor is removed from the anthracite situation. Not only are competitive corporations brought into harmony, but financial interests recently antagonistic, dangerously close to open warfare, are harmonized.
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| Henry Cabot Lodge. |
PASSES BY SENATE.
Majority of Nine For Porto Rican Tariff Measure.
COMMITTEE AMENDMENTS ONLY.
Sharp and Prolonged Debate Closed at Last—Mr. Mason of Illinois Speaks For and Mr. Foraker Against the Measure—Quay Case Brought Up.
WASHINGTON, April 4.—Yesterday was a notable day in the United States senate. It brought to a close the sharpest and most prolonged debate upon any measure since those discussed during the memorable "war congress" two years ago.
At 4 o'clock in the afternoon the votes were begun upon the Porto Rican tariff and civil government bill and the pending amendments, and less than an hour later, the measure, about which there has been so much contention in and out of congress, was passed by a majority of 9, the final vote being 40 to 31. Only committee amendments were adopted.
The galleries were crowded and hundreds of people filled the corridors unable even to secure standing room in the galleries. The particular notable speeches of the day were delivered by Mr. Mason of Illinois, in opposition to the measure, and Mr. Foraker of Ohio, who replied to a brief speech by Mr. Wellington of Maryland.
Scarcely had the Porto Rican measure been disposed of when, quite unexpectedly, a serious snarl over the case of former Senator Quay arose, in which Mr. Wolcott of Colorado accused Mr. Lodge of Massachusetts of uttering that which was "unqualifiedly false." The difficulty arose over an effort made by Mr. Lodge to have the Spooner bill made the unfinished business. This involved the displacement of the Quay case, and the friends of the former senator from Pennsylvania made things exceedingly lively for half an hour.
In the Senate.
WASHINGTON, April 4.—The house entered upon the consideration of the substitute for the senate Hawaiian territorial bill under a special order which will bring the question to a vote tomorrow afternoon at 4 o'clock. The debate was in committee of the whole and only three of the six speeches were pertinent to the bill.
Mr. Knox was questioned about various sections and provisions of the bill, especially as to whether the Asiatics in Hawaii could enter the United States. He replied that the Chinese and Japanese in the islands went there for only a few years stay. Few of them had left their native land permanently and few of them would desire to continue their wanderings to the United States even if they were allowed to do so.
Mr. Robinson followed Mr. Knox. He devoted much of his time to a denunciation of the contract labor system in the Hawaiian islands, which he characterized as practical slavery.
"It means," said he, "that you would crucify labor on the cross of landlordism and money in Hawaii." He charged the American commissioners (Senators Cullom and Morgan and Representative Hitt) with having been seduced and buncoed by President Dole and Judge Freer, the Hawaiian commissioners.
Mr. Lane discussed the Porto Rican tariff question, taking the position that while the constitution did not extend ex proprio vigore to the islands, it should be extended by law and that every consideration of justice and fair dealing demanded that the people of the island should be placed on an equality with those of this country in the matter of the tariff.
Representative Gilbert of Kentucky introduced a resolution reciting:
"That the secretary of agriculture be requested to report to the house whether horse flesh is being canned, cured or otherwise prepared for human food in this country and if so at what places and at what extent."
WILL AWAIT GRAND JURY.
William Bays Decides Not to Undergo an Examination Now.
The examination of William Bays, charged with assault in the second degree upon the person of Lewis Christman in Virgil last Thursday, was set down for 11 o'clock this morning before Justice of the Peace J. E. Winslow at Virgil. Before the time came to go to Virgil Bays decided not to undergo examination at this time, but to waive it and await the action of the grand jury. Accordingly he went to Virgil alone with Constable Ryan, neither his own attorney nor the district attorney accompanying him. Justice Winslow committed him to jail to remain till the grand jury sits.
Hodgson's Blacksmith Shop.
Mr. W. J. Hodgson has opened the blacksmith shop at the corner of North Main-st. and Homer-ave. recently occupied by Smith & Son and will conduct a horseshoeing and general blacksmithing business. Mr. Hodgson is an experienced workman and will doubtless receive a full share of patronage.
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| Samuel N. Holden. |
ALDERMANIC WORK
AT FLOOD-TIDE LAST NIGHT IN COMMON COUNCIL.
Gospel Fund to be Divided—Chamberlain's Office Designated—Fire Steamer Repairs—City Physician Appointed—City Commissioners of Deeds Appointed—Two Flagmen for Lehigh Crossings—Bills Audited.
The common council is beginning to realize that there is some work in connection with the change of village to city. Last night's session was crowded full of important matters and a large amount of work was accomplished. In fact, from the moment Mayor Holden stated the order of business to come before the council, the board "sawed wood" with dexterity and dispatch.
Supervisor Edward Alley came before the council and presented the question of the division of the Gospel fund which has been held by the township, the interest of which goes toward the support of the schools. This fund amounts to about $2,000, and about $1,800 of it is invested in a mortgage. Under the city charter, the city's share of this fund must still be kept for a school fund, and it was Mr. Alley's opinion that the city authorities might better add a little to the fund and purchase the mortgage, for in case this was not done, the mortgage would have to be disposed of and there would be a risk of again getting as good an investment for the fund. The council decided to let the matter rest till the town board meets.
Mr. John W. Montague of Pomeroy-st. asked that the board take some measures to stop the building of a paint shop on a lot next his. Mr. Montague thought the city authorities had jurisdiction in the matter and stated as his grounds for not wishing the building erected there, that combustibles would be kept in the shop. Mr. Montague was laboring under the impression that the fire limit, which extends only 100 feet each way from Main-st., covered his case, but the council did not see it in that way and took no action in the matter.
City Chamberlain Maycumber asked for an order to transfer the city funds from the First National bank to The National bank. On motion of Mr. Thompson, seconded by Mr. Wood, the order was given. Mr. Maycumber was out for information, and among other things asked if he would have to have a new warrant for collecting back taxes. It was quite generally understood that he would have this right under the provisions of the charter. From all appearances it looks as though there would be something done along the line of collecting from these back numbers.
The $15,000 short term paving bonds were reported by Mr. Maycumber to have sold, upon the instruction of the council, to the. Cortland Savings bank at par, and with the proceeds he had paid the judgment which the Warren-Scharf Asphalt company held against the village of Cortland.
The matter of securing an office for the chamberlain was next in order, and all the aldermen seemed agreed that the city should pay for this a sum that would correspond to the price that would have to be paid for any good office. Mr. Maycumber's office was designated, and he was allowed $125 per year for its use.
The question of a safe for the office was then brought up and discussed. By a provision of the charter, the town safe will have to go to the town, but the city will get nearly 8 per cent of its appraised value. On motion of Mr. Thompson and seconded by Mr. Wood, the mayor was authorized to appoint a committee to look up the matter of procuring a safe for the office. Messrs. Thompson, Buck and Maycumber were selected.
Chief Engineer H. P. Davis asked that the fire engine be repaired and he was authorized to have this done at an expense not to exceed $100. Cooper Bros. foundry was designated as the place at which these repairs should be made. Mr. Davis also asked that the board take action upon procuring a ladder that had been sent to the fire department on trial. This is a combination ladder and step ladder and costs $20. On recommendation of Mr. Davis, the ladder was bought.
Two commissioners of deeds, whose duties are about the same as notaries public, were appointed. These were, Miss Jennie Kinney and Dr. James M. Milne, and the appointments were ratified by the council.
A petition was presented the board signed by about fifty residents of the towns of Virgil and Cortlandville asking that a flagman be placed at the Lehigh railroad crossing on Owego-st. After considerable discussion of the dangers at that crossing and also at the Main-st. crossing, it was decided to take measures to have the Lehigh Valley company place flagmen at these crossings.
The matter of changing the names of Railroad-ave. to Lackawanna-ave. and Railway-ave. to Lehigh-ave. was brought up by Mr. Buck. It was urged that this change be made, as there are now three streets, Railroad-st., Railroad-ave. and Railway-ave., which are so nearly alike that they are being constantly confused. The matter was deferred for a time.
The mayor presented the name of Dr. E. A. Didama for city physician. This appointment was opposed by Aldermen Buck and Wood on the grounds that the doctor is already a health officer, and could not occupy two offices. When brought to a vote the appointment was confirmed with all voting for except Mr. Wood and Mr. Buck.
A great many bills were then audited. These will appear to-morrow. Adjournment was then taken for one week.
BREVITIES.
—Mrs. C. M. Bancroft has moved to 32 Pomeroy-st.
—The Tisdale Mills, Homer, Strait & Jones proprietors, have been with the telephone exchange.
—New display advertisements to-day are—Glann & Clark, Style and comfort, etc., page 6; Opera House, "Way Down East," page 5.
—A cottage prayer-meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. H. S. Hamilton, 180 Main-st., on Friday evening, April 6, at 7:30 o'clock.
—Mrs. Catharine Starr, grandmother of Mrs. F. L. MacDowell of Cortland, died at her home in Brooklyn on Sunday morning at the age of 80 years.
—Twenty-four cans of yearling trout were received by Mr. Edwin Robbins this morning from the Pleasant Valley hatcheries and distributed in the streams throughout the county.
—This evening at the Tioughnioga club rooms will occur the monthly dancing party. All the members with their lady friends are earnestly requested to be present and take advantage of the pleasant social gathering,
—The Baltimore, (Md.,) Herald devotes nearly three columns to a sermon of Rev. John T. Stone's preached at the Brown Memorial church last Sunday night. The text was from Is. xl:31. Ten people united with the church at the communion service in the morning.
—The Ithaca G. A. R. Post is to celebrate the thirty-fifth anniversary of Lee's surrender next Monday, April 9. The Post is trying to get the Robert E. Lee Post of Richmond to come to Ithaca for a three days' trip this summer to include July. They would then arrange for a grand sham battle.
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