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| Mark Hanna. |
Cortland Evening Standard, Tuesday, March 18, 1902.
SUBSIDY BILL PASSED.
After Long Debate the Senate Passes Measure by 42 to 31.
NOT ALTERED BY AMENDMENTS.
Vessels Employed In Mail Service Shall Be Built, Owned and Officered by Americans and One-Half of Crew Must Be Americans—General Subsidy to Be Paid.
Washington, March 18.—After prolonged debate the senate passed the ship subsidy bill, the final vote on the measure being 42 to 31. Senators Allison and Dołliver, Spooner and Quarles and Proctor and Dillingham, Republicans, voted against final passage of the bill, and Senator McLaurin voted for it.
Some amendments to the bill were adopted but they were all agreeable to those in charge of the measure. The friends of the bill voted down all other amendments, the number of which was quite large. With the exception of amendments offered by Mr. Allison and accepted by Mr. Frye, limiting the time of the operation of contracts made under the provisions of the bill to July 1, 1920, and providing that the amount of the expenditures under the mail subsidy paragraph shall not at any time exceed $8,000,000 annually, not one of the amendments agreed to materially affected the bill as it was reported from the commerce committee.
Mr. Hanna offered and the senate adopted three amendments applying directly to the acquisition by J. Pierpont Morgan and his associates of the Leyland Line of British ships. They provide that no "foreign built ship shall participate in the proposed subsidy, that nothing in the act shall be construed to prevent American citizens or corporations from holding or operating foreign ships in the ocean carrying trade, and that no foreign built ship of any line thus acquired by American citizens shall be admitted hereafter to American registry.
The title of the bill passed by the senate is: "To provide for ocean mail service between the United States and foreign ports and the common defense; to promote commerce and to encourage the deep sea fisheries"
Title one of the measure, as passed, deals with ocean mail steamships and their subsidies. The postal subsidy act of 1891 is so amended as to direct the postmaster general to enter into contracts for not less than five nor more than 15 years with American citizens for the carriage of mails on American steamships, to such foreign points as will best promote the postal, commercial and maritime interests of the United States; the mail service on such lines to be equitably distributed among the Atlantic, Mexican Gulf and Pacific ports and the contracts to be made with the lowest responsible bidder.
The vessels employed in the mail service shall be American built and owned and officered by American citizens. During the first two years one fourth of the crew must be American citizens; during the next three years one third must be American citizens and during the remaining life of the contract at least one half must be American citizens.
Title 2 of the bill provides for the general subsidy to be paid. It directs the secretary of the treasury to pay to the owners of any vessel in the United States duly registered and engaged in the foreign trade of the United States a compensation amounting to one cent per gross registered ton for each 100 nautical miles sailed, not exceeding 16 entries in any one year, and on each entry, not exceeding 16 in any one year, or a period of five years from the date of registration of the vessel of 1,000 gross tons, which shall be completed after the passage of this bill, one fourth of one cent per gross ton for each 100 nautical miles sailed, in addition to the above mentioned compensation. The bill specifies certain vessels which shall not receive compensation under its provisions, among them being vessels engaged in the coastwise trade exclusively.
Each subsidized vessel is required to carry as a member of its company one American boy for each 1,000 gross tons, who shall be taught seamanship and engineering.
Allotment of Seneca Lands.
Washington, March 18.—A delegation of three Seneca Indians from Western New York called at the White House and informed the president that their tribe did not desire representation on the commission to allot their lands. A bill is now before congress providing for the allotment and for three commissioners to carry it into effect, one of whom must be a member of the tribe. The delegation thought the selection of one of their number to serve on the commission would result only in friction. They favored the selection of three white men instead of two white men and one Indian.
RUSSIA TO INTERFERE
And not Permit Miss Stones Ransom to be Collected from Turkey.
ST. PETERSBURG, Match 18—Swet today declares that Russia will not allow America to compel Turkey to pay the ransom money exacted by the brigands for the release of Miss Ellen M. Stone, the American missionary, nor will Russia tolerate any interference in her sphere of influence. Russia, the paper says, will enunciate a Monroe doctrine for the east of Europe.
RIOTS BY STUDENTS.
Police and Cavalry Kept Busy in St. Petersburg.
TROOPS CLEARED THE STREETS.
Ten Thousand People Participated in Riots—Students Held a Grievance Meeting—Sang Revolutionary Songs. Dispersed With Whips and Sabres. Many Arrests Made.
St. Petersburg, March 18.—Student riots here in which over 10,000 people participated kept a small army of police and cavalry busy throughout the day. Probably 100 arrests were made. While many persons were injured no fatalities were reported.
The students placarded the city announcing that they intended to hold a grievance meeting and the authorities, taking the hint, made extensive preparations. The whole police reserve was called out and the entire military force was held ready for mobilization. At noon the officer in command of a cavalry squad in front of the Hotel D'Europe begged the crowd there to disperse and go home. The demonstrators refused and the mounted troops began slowly clearing the streets.
The students attempted to organize a procession in front of the hotel, singing revolutionary songs and shouting "Free Russia," "Down with the Autocracy."
The police and cavalry then charged, using only their Cossack whips and the flats of their sabres. Many persons were hurt, but only a few seriously. The fighting continued during the remainder of the afternoon in numerous places.
One of the most severe fights of the day was concluded only a few minutes before the czarina passed the spot where it occurred in an open sleigh. Carriages of the nobility and members of the imperial household were mixed up in the melees. Several times the authorities made evident efforts to prevent bloodshed and were remarkably successful considering the magnitude of the demonstration.
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| Edwin Duffey. |
ST. PATRICK'S BANQUET
HELD UNDER THE AUSPICES OF DIVISION NO. 1, A. O. H.
Two Hundred and Fifty Sat Down to the Tables in Taylor Hall—Fine Spread Served by Ladies' Auxiliary—Brilliant Toasts by a Long Array of Speakers—Edwin Duffey the Toastmaster.
Two hundred fifty members of the local division of Ancient Order of Hibernians and their guests sat down to the fifth annual banquet of the division at Taylor hall last night. The occasion was a most happy one in every respect. The assemblage included not only members of the A. O. H. and Irishmen, but all kinds of American citizens, who were enthusiastic in their desire to help in commemorating the birthday of Ireland's patron saint. The details of the banquet were splendidly carried through, and much merited praise is given President D. M. Roche and the committee on arrangements for the very successful way in which the whole affair was executed.
The excellent menu, to which all did ample justice, was prepared and served by the Ladies' Auxiliary of the A. O. H., and especial credit is due the ladies for the very tempting and bountiful spread that was so capably served by them. The toasts were bright, witty and entertaining and the company did not seem to tire under the inspiring words of the speakers. Mr. Edwin Duffey acted as toastmaster and he cleverly punctuated the speaking with many a local hit and a fund of stories that kept the company in the best of spirits. McDermott's orchestra gave excellent music for the occasion, and the Apollo quartet, composed of Messrs. Arthur Williams, F. W. Lanigan, William Walsh and W. E. Chamberlain, furnished music that was most heartily received. Aside from this many of the local singers gave solos that brought forth repeated applause. Mr. W. E. Chamberlain sang "The Holy City" by request, and was repeatedly encored.
The menu, toast list, division officers, committee on arrangements and the reception committee follow:
MENU.
President Roche rapped for silence after the inner [hungry] man had been thoroughly satisfied and gave a cordial welcome to all of the guests in behalf of the Order. He then introduced Mr. Duffey as toastmaster of the evening who, after a few remarks, introduced Rev. J. J. McLoghlin, who responded to the toast "St. Patrick."
Rev. J. J. MCLOGHLIN.
A most glowing tribute was paid the patron saint by the speaker. He said that Ireland bad been found by St. Patrick entirely pagan and that it had been left by him entirely Christian. In sixty years over three hundred churches were built, three thousand priests were ordained and seven hundred monasteries were founded. Ireland was called the island of students and doctors, He spoke of Ireland's subsequent woes, but said that Ireland's smiles were again appearing,
HON. NATHAN L. MILLER.
State Comptroller Nathan L. Miller made his first appearance before a Cortland audience since his appointment to the second highest position of the state and was given an ovation. He greeted his fellow townsmen in his usual cordial and friendly manner. In relation to his subject, "Our Country," he said that at the beginning of the twentieth century, when added territory was calling for American genius, American enterprise and American capital, the prospects of America were extraordinarily bright. He reviewed the growth of the country from small beginnings to the mighty nation of today. Only a short time ago the oppressed from European nations were seeking refuge in an unexplored and uncivilized country; today America is stretching out her hand to give succor to the downtrodden people of the earth.
CHARLES J. OTTIS.
"Irish Americans" was the subject assigned\ to Mr. Charles J. Otis of Homer, and he treated it in a comprehensive manner. He said that Irishmen had come to America not as seekers of wealth, but to get away from the oppressions of England. He pointed out many illustrious American patriots and statesmen who were Irish Americans, and included in the list the late president William McKinley.
THOMAS DOUGHERTY.
"Ireland's Place in History" was responded to by Mr. Thomas Dougherty of Syracuse, who said that the history of the Emerald Isle was one of successes and achievements, of disappointments and oppressions.
EDWARD W. HYATT.
"Homer, N. Y.," was responded to by one who knows all about that place, Attorney E. W. Hyatt. His usual fund of stories and happy expressions seemed augmented last night, and he kept his listeners roaring with laughter. He also gave a history of the town.
JUDGE JOSEPH E. EGGLESTON.
"Liberty" was made to ring out with new life and jest at the eloquent words of Judge Eggleston. His remarks were full of patriotic sentiment, and he gave one of the best talks that a Cortland audience ever heard from him, and that is saying much.
FRANCIS E. CULLIN.
It was given an Oswego man to speak of the Boers, and surely Mr. Cullen of that city did the subject full justice. He followed the history of the Dutch settlers in South Africa, and drew the conclusion that when a war was carried on according to the principles of the American Revolution, the outcome could not be mistaken.
THOMAS H. DOWD.
"Robert Emmett" was responded to in glowing terms by District Attorney Thomas H. Dowd and it was said by him that the memory of Emmett stands and is an incentive to the men who follow him. Irishmen with his sipirit are always ready to go out and fight for liberty.
CORTLAND MAYOR BROWN.
Mayor Charles F. Brown, who was a guest of the division, was called upon for remarks and responded in a few words of good will felt towards the order.
The banquet was by far the most largely attended and the best conducted that has ever been given by the local division. Every one seemed to enjoy the festivities of the evening. The company joined heartily in singing "America" in closing.
The decorations were elaborate, the red, white and blue, and the green predominating.
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The Normal News.
The first issue of the Normal News for the second half of the school year is just out and is a very creditable issue. The editorial staff consists of Earl B. Robinson, editor-in-chief; Brainard H. Woodward, assistant; Thomas S. Clark, local editor; Freda [Sulaner], literary editor; Charles E. Osborn, alumni editor; Fred H. Crook, managing-editor; Roy L. Butterfield and Charles L. Washburn, assistants.
The paper contains several pointed and well written editorials and about two pages of interesting local items and alumni notes. Ernest P. Carr of the class of '94 has an excellent professional article entitled "The Value of a College Education to a Normal Graduate." Under the caption of "Rostrum'' are two articles: "Science vs. Literature in Character Building," by Walter Bates; and "Free Text Books" by Mabelle Abbey. A personal letter to Dr. Cheney from M. Laurence McDermott now in the Philippines adds interest to the columns. There is a column devoted to the athletic interests of the school and each of the six societies contains a column prepared by a representative of the society noting the current news of that organization.
A new feature in this number is the cut "The Evolution of the Local Editor," from a sketch by one of the students who possesses ability in that line. It is understood that new cuts will appear from time to time.
The News is printed with new type and from every point of view is a very creditable production and worthy representative of the school.
BREVITIES.
—There will be a regular communication of Cortlandville lodge, No. 470, F. & A. M., tonight at 7:30 o'clock.
—The Fortnightly club will meet tomorrow afternoon at 3:30 o'clock with Mrs. F. J. Peck, 43 Church-st.
—New display advertisements today are—M. W. Giles, Housecleaning sale, page 8: M. A Case, Neckwear, page 6.
—About forty couples attended Dillon Bros.' reception to their married class last night in Red Man's hall. An excellent time is reported.
—A telephone has been placed in the first floor of the fire station. "Number 538, please" will put one in communication with the department.
—The Ladies' Aid society of the First Baptist church will meet in the church parlors Wednesday afternoon, March 19, at 2 o'clock for work. Business meeting at 4 o'clock.
—Houses to rent are scarce in Cortland this spring and rents all over the city have advanced from $1 to $2 per month, in some cases more than that. There is a prospect of considerable building in the place this year.
Mr. William Dodd and Mrs. Anna Terrell, both of Cortland, were married last Saturday night by Rev. Robert Yost, pastor of the Congregational church. The ceremony occurred at 69 Maple-ave., which is to be their home in the presence of a few of the most immediate friends.
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