Daily Wabash Express, Terre Haute, Vigo County, 19 May 1889 — Page 5

IN THE SAM0.4N COMMISSION.

'i How and Where the Members Hold Their Conferences at '"'ji Berlin.

"THE AMERICANS ARE CARRYING EVERY POINT.

^•Nothing is Likely to Further Delay Settlement Except The Question of Idemnity.-

fCopyrlgbt, 1W, by the N« York Associated •Press. I BKKM.V, May 18.—The fourth session of the Samoan conference, which was held yesterday, took place in the small room of the department of foreign affairs, in which the other three meetings have been held. The apartment is furnished with extreme simplicity. There is space for little besides a long table at which the commission sit. The meeting was called to order shortly after 2 p. m. by Count Herbert Bis. marck, who presides at all the meetings in accordance with the established custom that the highest representative of the government of the country in which the conference is held shall preside. Count Herbert sat at the upper end of the table, just back of a plain little desk, which the late Emperor Frederick used during his brief reign. He was flanked by two colleagues. Next to Baron Von llorstein, who sat on Count Herbert's right, came Mr. Kasson, then Mr. Phelps and then Mr. Bates, the American commissioners. At the other end of the table the two secretaries of the commission, Mr. Beaudlerck, a secretary of the British foreign office and Herr Stemlech, of the German foreign office, were busily engaged recording the proceedings. At Count Herbert's left was Dr. Kranel, the third German commissioner, then followed Sir Edward Malet, Mr. Scott and Mr. Crowe, the English representatives in the order named. None of the commissioners were in uniform or court, dress, but all wore black frock coats The proceedings were almost entirely formal. They consisted .chiefly in listening to the .reports of the various sub-committees which have been holding daily sessions ever since the conference met. At these meetings the real work of the conference has been transacted, and as nearly as can be learned the American commissioners have succeeded in carrying every important point they set out to obtain, indeed, so prevalent is this feeling in Berlin that the Berlin press and other influential papers in Germany complain of the success of the Americans. While the greatest secrecy in regard to the proceedings is maintained, and heretofore nothing much beyond the fact that the meetings had been held was known, it can now be stated that, excepting the question of indemnity for German sailors killed and beheaded by the Samoans and one or two other minor points, the work of the commission is about over. It is thought that the restoration of Malietoa to power is assured and that the plan for a tripart'te government in Samoa, for which the American commissioners contested against the German plan for one representative selected by the three powers will surely be put into effect. It is also more than likely that the commission has decided in favor of the absolute independence of Samoa as soon as the people there demonstrate their ability to go alone. The indemnity question is yet to come up. It may prolong the meetings of the conference some weeks, but this is believed to be the only point on which there is likely to be a serious contest. The question of Klein's connection with the affair, in which the German sailors were killed, has not come up, nor is there any likelihood of its doing so. Neither will the commission hear testimony of any kind. During the past meetings of the conference and the committees the only points of difference have been between the German and American commissioners, the attitude ot the English members being neutral. Their influence has generally been cast with a view of settling, the questisn as expeditiously as possible. They have, however, been strongly in favor of having a protestant for king of Samoa, which is thought to indicate their preference for Malietoa, who was trained in an English protestant college.

The most important work of the conference has been done by what is known as the working committee, consisting of Dr. Kranel, assistant secretary of Btate for Germany, and Messrs. Scott and Bates, and to which Messrs. Crowe Jond Phelps were added as advisors, the first named ou account of his long experience

in British commercial affairs, and the last named because of his long experience in America with the tariff and of his experience in establishing a government out of the discordant elements in Louisiana. The duty of this committee has been the preparation of material for the general conference. In this class was a plan to settle disputes concerning land titles in Samoa. The German, French and American inhabitants of Samoa have been acquiring land so fast in Apia that little remains for the natives, and it is claimed that their titles in many instances are doubtful, as the land was given to them by irresponsible natives in exchange for liquor and trifles. This committee was also entrusted with the work of settling the form of government at Apia. It is rumored that the plan agreed on is that America, Germany and England shall each appoint a representative and that three more members of a board of control shall be chosen by the rate payers. No liquor shall be sold to natives, although foreigners can have such stores as they choose in their private houses. Fire 'arms are only to be sold to the government, and then only under certain restrictions which prevent their use except for keeping the peace. A plan for giving the Samoans a revenue has also been devised, which provides for the re-establishment of their right to impose import and export duties, which right is taken from by the existing Samoan treaty. It is understood that the representatives of the three governments have expressed confidence of being able to obtain from their governments concession to help the Samoan

The stay of the American commissioners in Berlin is being made very pleasant. They are overwhelmed with social attention from distinguished residents. One of the pleasanteet incidents which has occurred was the call they made on Prince Bismarck, at his request, which was a special mark of consideration, as the prince, being.in feeble health, rarely goes out or receives any one.

To-day was the first time any of the delegates showed a williness to talk with newspaper men about the work accomplished. This morning when a representative of the Associated Press visited Mr. Phelps at the Kaiserhot hotel where the indefatigable commissioner was found up to his eyes in work, and announced his mission, Mr. Phelps said: "The proceedings of the conference I cannot disclose, but I may say through you to America that nothing is interfering with the successful conclusion of our labors but the cry of the European press that Germany is giving up everything. This charge is persistently made, and is naturally irritating our co-labor ers. Moreover, it is not true. Mutual concessions have been made. Germany is no more willing than America to yield anything that would insure Samoa independence, and give the natives a better chance. This is the prime impulse of the German as well as of the American delegation."

City Taxes.

The city treasurer enjoyed a large business last week as Wednesday was th» last day for paying city taxes before the penalty would be imposed. Large sums were paid in every day on Wednesday about eighteen thousand dollars was received and yesterday about thirteen thousand dollars. Those who paid Thursday were principally heavy tax payers who had filled blank checks for the amounts due and had waited until yesterday to accommodate the treasurer during the rush. Mr. Fitzpatrick has been too busy receiving cash to calculate the exact amount received, and, therefore,the delinquency this year,as compared with that of last year, can not be ascertained for several dayB.

Mr. New'» Opportunity.

George W. Smalley writes from London that John C. New can easily save $100,000 from the fees of the American consulate there for four years. That, however, is a mere bagatelle to an American newspaper man. $

Mr. Furls oil His Way Houie. Mr. Faris, one of Vigo county's moat prominent Republicans, left for Terre Haute to-night, after a week's stay, working for his oflice-seeking friendB. He met with good success, and departed happy.—[Washington special.

The Temperance Meeting:.

The Gospel union temperance meeting at the Christian Church, this afternoon at 4 o'clock, will be somewhat in the form of a conference, a number participating in the exercises. Everybody invited.

Tl»e Rev. Kitty Chapman.

The Rev. Kitty Chapman passed through the city yesterday on her way to Shelburn to preach to-day to the Baptist denomination.

ATTEND

EXPRESS LOVE LETTERS.

No. IS.

MY DARLING: I send you love's greeting this beautiful Easter morn. The grass seme to have sprung up since night, only to lend its bright color to the happy day. The birds seemingly vie with one another in merriment, each little throat filled and overflowing with the sacred song: -'Jesus, the Lord of life, has risen,

Hay we Bis glory share."

And the air fresh and pure laden with sweet perfume's of violets and lilacs, kissed by the sun's bright beams. Ah! I envy them, I would you were the sweet lilacs, and I the sunbeams. At the first peep of dawn I would hover over you with many morning kissee, and at evening I would linger, kissing you with my last ray, and at night. Oh miserable night! I wpuld spend it in jealous watchfulness of the moon. My darling, have you forgotten the promise made to me in1 June on the vine-covered portico with your head on my shoulder, your bright eyes suffused'with tear of happiness. You made answer "soon I will be your wife." Dearest, it seems an age since then. Life is so short, let us spend it together in our little home, in perfect happiness and sunshine. Redeem your promise, sweetheart, by biding me come at once. With much love, many fond embraces and kisses, I remain your impatient lover, MAX.

No. 16.

MAKE*GO, 111., April 19,1889.

My OWN PRECIOUS DARLING PET: I received your loving letter this afternoon, and, my dear, you do not know how pleased I was to hear from you. Darling, I was so lonely without you, Sunday. My Pet, how did you spend your birth-day? I hope you had a pleasant time and received safely the twenty blots which were on the first page of my letter, and were meant for kisses. I can scarely wait until Saturday comes, for I shall look for my old sweet boy on the seven o'clock train. Mama went to the city yesterday to be gone the rest of the week. Oh Frank, for the day that will make you my darling hubby. My sister Jennie is sitting here on the floor and she keeps asking me if I am writing to her dearest pet, Frank. I should like to know what right she has to call you that, for you are my darling sweetheart, aren't you? Give my love to your dear papa and mama. They made it so pleasant for me while 1 was there. I received a letter from a gentleman yesterday who wants me to marry him. I wrote and told him "No, Sir," for I love you with my whole heart. I often wonder if you love me as dearly as you say you do. Now, Duckie, do not disappoint me by not comeing Saturday eve. I must close now, for mama is waiting to take this to the office. My chum, Alice, sends love. By-by, my sweetie heart, with love, hugs and kisses. Your little tease,

D. H.

HBRRE HAUTE, April 15,1889.

Mv OWN DART.ING: With material in hand, pen in ink, I am prepared, for a few minutes at least, of solid happiness—a conversation with you. Before me is your last letter brimming over with your love, so loyal, noble and true, filled to overflowing with thoughts and sentiments so expressive of, and worthy of you. I eD joyed that description of Old Mexico you sent me so much. But I should HAVE EUJU) pd' Hr

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you have read it with me, and how I wish you were here with me this bright capricious April day, with its sunshine and showers, so emblematic of human life, all smiles and tears. I miss you so much, my own, and count the hours, yes, minutes, when we Bhall meet never to part again. You are dearer to me than life, for what would life be without that heartfelt, soulfelt love that thrills my being with such wond'rous new light and life, making my existence a heaven on earth? That love—your love—opens for me a world of such beauty and happiness that even the trials and cares of life are as the early dews of morning—so lightly they seem to fall, quickly dissappearing and are soon forgotten. So, hand in hand, side by Bide, we will journey down life's pathway until we shall have crossed over to the "Evergreen Mountains of Life." Then, hand in hand, side by side, we will continue our journey through all eternity for heaven would not be heaven to us if either were not there. As I write the gentle breeze wafts to me the fragrance of many blossoms, and the songs of happy birds seeming to say, Life may give to each and all its pleasures as well as pains. Your loving SWEETHEART.

June 4th, 5th, 6theancT 7lh.

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Mv OWN DARLING MAMIE:—Scarcely a week has passed since I bade a regretful, yet loving, farewell, but, oh! what a long, wearisome week it has been. How well I can see you at this moment, in my

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fancy, as I pressed your sweet hps a parting kiss, those great, loviqg. tearful eyes looking into mine spoke more than tongue would dare confess. Oh, my darling, it seemed as if it wee breaking my very heart to leave ou. I never realized until that sublime moment how deep was my love, how great was my affection for you. In my waking and in my dreams you are ever with me—the one bright star in the heaven ot my love. All I do, my dearest, is for you all the happineeB of my future life is centered in the hope (nay, the reality) that one day you shall be my dear, street wife. Happy thought! rapturous possibility!

My mind, reverts back to a day, my love—a day in the sweetest, sunniest summer that I shall ever know—when arm in arm we wandered under the whispering trees with thoughts only of love for each other, and none save charming cupid for company. With fastbeating heart and passionate appeals I asked you to some day be my bride, and when your lips parted in the wonderful "Yes," it seemed as it my very soul would burst with joy. The birds never sang sweater, the sun never shone brighter than then the whole world seemed to respond to my happy feelings, and left an everlasting impress on my heart in the form of your dear image. Heaven spend the* day, darling, when we shall once more be united, "never, never more to part." Your affectionate, devoted lover, CLARENCE.

WBASE BALL, "IV R:^

No Donbt That Terra Haute Will Be In the New League. Mr. H. F. Schmidt said yesterday that there was no doubt that this city would have a ball team in the new league. "The ball club will be ago if I have to take the sole responsibility of putting the team in the field. I have secured some assistance and but little effort has been necessary to obtain what has been secured. But I have counted the costs, have allowed for the many trivial expenses that can not be anticipated, have allowed for rainy days and have found that the plan for organizing the club and the league must make money. The arrangement is that visiting clubs shall receive §40. The homei club will receive the gate receipts in all cases, except on holidays. The playeis' salaries, hotel bills, umpires' salaries, transfer fare have all been counted in, and I find that the institution is certain to pay. Of course, the club will make more money when at home than at any other time, because then they have the advantage of the gate receipts, except the $40 guaranty.

A picked nine from this city will play the Cook team at Evansville to-day. The following are the players: W. and L. Snyder, Dorsey, Nelson, Stunkard, Hill, Hegarty, Parrott and Schulf z.

A game between the Rockets and Eastern Stars will be called at the park at 3 p. m. to-day. The following are the players: ROCKKTS. EASTERN STABS. Barnes catcher Robinson Sbuster pitcher Hanson Stewart first base Shannon Schonefeldt second base Hanley Henney third base Whlteman Hill short stop Shay Smith left Held Hallor St. John right Beld Smock Hewert center Held Kunckey

A dispatch from Crawfordsville announcing the disbanding of the Wabash ball team, prevented the Polytechnic club going to Crawfordsville yesterday

Games yesterday: Pittsburg 3, New York 2 Boston 10, Cleveland 8 Chicago 14, Washington 13 Philadelphia 5, Indianapolis 4 Kansas City 15, Athletics 8 Brooklyn 5, St. Louis 3 Cincinnati 7, Baltimore 5 Louisville 13, Columbus 3.

In the association St. Louis' per centage is still far in the lead, with Kansas City second and Brooklyn third.

In the Western league St. Paul leads, Omaha second, then Sioux City, Denver, Minneapolis, St. Joseph, Des Moines and Milwaukee.

Laauge per centage: Boston .737, Philadelphia .683, New York .555, Chicago .523, Cleveland .434, Pittsburg .409, Indianapolis .389, Washington .235.

The Evansville directors, after the club lost three straight games to Davenport, and dropped to third place, held a meeting and decided to get some new players. Qoincy leads with .G87, Davenport .611, Evansville .500, Peoria .400, Springfield .400, Burlington .388.

The Argo's Farewell.

The following is from the Argo of yesterday: This is the last number of the Saturday Argo. A law was passed by the last legislature which prohibits the publication of all legal notices, such as applications for license, sheriff's sales, nonresident notices, advertising'pertaining to city and county affairs, in cities of more than ten thousand inhabitants, in a weekly paper. The result of this law which went into force last Saturday,

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is that quite a number of weekly pai in the state will suspend, while others are badly crippled. The average income ot the Argo from this surce for the past three years has been between eight and nine hundred dollars a year. This paper was built up on a liberal idea. It endeavored to be fair, and had the good will and patronage of the liberal element of this city. It had the special good will of saloonmen, city and county officials, attorneys, physicians and working men. With a law prohibiting them from advertising in a weekly paper the main source of its dependence was taken away. It has made a good living for its proprietor, and it is a little tough to be legislated out of business.

A Dog Killing Expedition.

John B. Grimminger, deputy sheriff, and Charles Jones visited Prairieton and Prairie Creek township, on Friday, by order of the circuit court, to kill dogs. Several dogs in those townships had been bitten by a dog afflicted with the rabies. The persons owning the canines were unwilling themselves to inflict the death penalty upon them, but did not object to the execution of the court's order. Three dogs were_killed in Prairieton and five in Prairie Creek. The dog that had bitten these dogs had also bitten a horse and a calf, but none of the animals had shown signs of hydrophobia."

A Terre Haute Novel.

Mr. Will C. Smallwood has completed a work of fiction, which his friends who have read it say reflects credit upon the author. The works consists of about eight thousand words, and is the result ofc several years' diligent labor. It is a story of love and friendship. The most sincere compliment to the author is an offer from a publisher, who was pleased with the work.

EXTRAORDINARY OFFER. A. H. Boegeman has purchased a large lot of tickets to the Melville company, which opens Monday night at the Opera house. To each lady purchasing a Dair of shoes, a ticket will be presented

KEEP ALL THE FAMILY IN GOOD HUMOR. We have all the latest puzzles. Dogs in the manger, puss in the corner, pigs in clover, rats in meal, Little Lord Fauntleroy, etc., at Smith & Dunn's mammoth 5 and 10c store. Sell nothing over 10c. 19 Main street.

-'DR. C. T. BALL,"1-

Limited to treatment of catarrh, throat nervous diseases, tumors and superfluous hair, 115 Bouth Sixth street.

A. C. Bryce & Co. are selling all-wool pants for $2.50 big line come and see them. -r

While the oil excitement exercises many of our citizens to such an extent as to render them unfit for business, yet we find Mr. T. J. Griffith at the helm, managing his thirty day reduction sale. He reports his last purchase of boots, shoes, and especially slippers, very low. A beauty in an Oxford tie, E. P. Dodge make, selling for §1, solid as a rock throughout. -Tennis shoes Thomas Dudley seamless tan shoe, going off with a vim. Certainly Mr. Griffith is a shoe man, this next August completes his twentieth year as a shoe man in our midnt. Call at No. 32 south Fourth street.

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Purchased by our syndicate at a heavy discount from importer's cost. We place them on sale

MONDAY MOANING,

Every yard is worth from 15 to 30 cents a yard, and notwithstanding the recent advance in the price of these goods we shall offer the entire lot at the uniform price of

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About one-third their regular price. There never was nor will be again an opportunity to secure these goods at such a ridiculous price. This is an opportunity which should not be missed. Come early and get choice.

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