ROROPO AGAINST US?
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Spain Thinks the European Powers
Should Form a Coalition.
THE AUSTRiAN STANDPOINT.
London Newspaper Comment Continues
Unfair, W'hile the Paris Journals
Have Reached the Limit of
Hysterical Imbecility.
LONDON, March 4.—A Madrid dispatch
to The Standard says:
“The press is changing its attitude of
conciliation, and the Liberal papers advo-
cate an understanding with the European
pOWers to protect the common colonial in-
terests against the United States.
“The authorities continue to take ex-
traordinary precautions around the Ameri-
can legatlon.
“The students of the university show-
ed a. turbulent disposition all day, notably
when they learned that police precautions
had been taken. The energetic interven-
tion of the rector and of the professors pac-
ified them. The students of Granada,
Valencia and Barcelona displayed a simi-
lar agitation, which was everywhere sup-
pressed. Many arrests were also made of
street disturbers.
“Unfortunately the Republicans every-
where arc trying to make capital out of
the popular agitation, which increased on
the news of the release of the Bermuda.
filibusters.
“The governors of several of the prov-
inces, replying to orders to suppress dem-
onstrations, have telegraphed to the gov-
ernment that in face of the excitement
among all classes it is inadvisable to stop
them.
-"‘The fall on the bourse was especially
heavyin Bank of Spain shares and Cuban
bonds.”
The Standard also has a dispatch from
Paris, which says:
“It is the general belief here that the
resolutions of the senate will load to no
practical result save that of increasing the
appreciation of the wise provision of the
United States constitution which makes
the president, and not congress, the arbiter
of peace or war.
“A Hot “'ave.”
“Diplomats remark that a. hot wave has
been passing over Washington to the dis~
turbance of the belief in peace and with
marked derogation from the reputation of
United States statesmanship for calm dig-
nity and shrewdness. The view of the
European chancellaries is that the United
States government has no more right to
interfere between the Spanish authorities
and the insurgents than they would have
to interfere in the suppression of an insur-
rection in Jamaica by England or of a
rising in . Cayenne and Martinique by
France.”
The Berlin correspondent of The Stand-
ard reports a conversation he has had with
an influential Spaniard, who strongly dis-
credits the story contained in a New York
dispatch to the Frankfurter Zeitung to
the effect that Spain proposes to secure the
support of France by a cession of some
islands, such as the Canaries, or at the
expense of Marocco.
A New York dispatch to The Daily
News says: “There is a rapidly growing
disgust with congress’ meddling in foreign
quarrels and disputes in order to make
political capital. The present demonstra-
tion is less supported than any of its pred-
ecessors. ”
The afternoon newspapers of this city
again refer at length to the Cuban situa-
tion. in which everybody here is much in-
terested.
The Westminster Gazette says: “The
house of representatives’ resolution is
stifi‘er than the senate’s and is calculated
to further the excitement and indignation
in Madrid and other European capitals.
It will also probably help materially to
bring the enlightened citizens of the
United States into line against the jin-
goes. How much farther is the prostitu-
tion of the Democratic government for
electioneering purposes to be allowed to
go? The American congress’ mad action
is steadily destroying, not only respect
abroad, but its influence in the conduct of
foreign affairs. and the strange result of
this rabid republicanism is that it is daily
forcing one man more and more into
power.”
The Crazy St. James Gazette.
The St. James Gazette thinks that the
language of the house of representatives
and the senate is “more provocative than
the Barcelona disturbance” and says:
“Spain is now face to face with the de-
clared hostility of the representatives of
the American people, and an immediate
reply Will be given by the proud Spanish
race. It is creditable to their spirit and
deserves the sympathy of Europe. If war
he the result. the jingo politicians may be
surprised. We do' not see where, outside
of the United States, the Americans will
find any support for their unlimited policy
of aggression.”
The Globe says: “Spain, having polite-
ly expressed her regret at the Barcelona
incident, the house of representatives seiz-
ed upon the opportunity to be characteris-
tically offensive. The situation is very
perilous.” The Globe proceeds to compare
the strength of the two powers and con-
tends that the advantage is on the side of
Spain, adding: “There are other interests
in Cuba beside the American and may be
other European powers would not quietly
look on while the United States developed
the remarkable Monroe doctrine, which
seems to forbid anybody to interfere with
anything on which the eagle has its eye, -
while it encourages that oflicious bird to
poke its beak into the business of every‘
body else.”
The Pall Mall Gazette says: “The house
of representatives has done well to smooth
the rough edges of the senate’s resolution.
The recognition of the rebels need not
necessarily be precipitate. If Spain is the
conqueror, awkward complications might
be brought about. On the other hand,
there is nothing to show that General Wey-
ler will fare a jot better than Martinez de
Campos. Great Britain, in any case, is
but remotely concerned in the business.
There is the broad fact that Cuba, under
Spain, is perpetually revolting or wanting
to revolt. Nobody, therefore, is especially
anxious to back Spain through thick and
thin, especially through thin.”
Idiotic French Blaster.
PARIS, March 4.—The newspapers of
this city continue their unfavorable com-
ments upon the action of the United States
senate and house of representatives on the
Cuban question. The Figaro, for instance,
says:
“Although President Cleveland is not a
man to recoil from a conflict with Spain
should his electoral interestsrequire it, he
will resist the excitement of congress. The
American statesmen will not do well to
~kasperate Europe with the Monroe doo-
p—Advertise in the Gsznrrn.
F
wine. It is certain that Spain will not
recede, and it is difficult to see What bane.
fit the United States will derive from war. "
The Matin publishes an interview with
an “important Spanish politician, ” who is
quoted as saying: “Spain regards the situ-
ation with calmness and resolution, ready
to meet any contingency. With Spain the
present question is one of honor. She will
strain every nerve if it means war.”
Commenting upon the situation, The
Matin says: “Spain’sindignation is justi-
fied, but we advise her not to take extreme
decisions by which she would injure her
own interests. Americans are accustomed
to these superb declarations, but they are
often without effect, as in the case of Ven-
ezuela.” ,
The Estafette trusts that President
Cleveland will “reflect before proclaiming
recognition of the'independence of Cuba”
and says, “Spain will not allow herself to
be intimidated by the arrogance of the
American senate.”
The Soleil says: “The Spaniards, who
did not tremble before Bismarck, will not
tremble before the Americans when the
day of action arrives. Spain is strong in
her independence and intractable pride
and will not recede. "
Austrian Press Opinions.
LOKDON, March 4.—A Times dispatch
1150“] Vienna says: '
“When it is remembered that the queen
regent of Spain is an Austrian archduch-
ess, it will be understood that the situa-
tion excites interest in Vienna.
“The Neue Freie Presse thinks that
Spain is in an almost desperate position.
Despite the resolute tone of the Spanish
papers, The Neue Freie Presse is very
skeptical of the possibility of Spain’s
maintaining hostilities against America.
Therefore her only hope is in a decisive
military success in Cuba. This journal
also thinks that it must be regretted that
Martinez Campos was removed.
“The Neue Wiener Tagblatt considers
that the action of congress will stimulate
all of the adventurously inclined element
in the States to rally around the insurgent
-'fiag, which it considers will be of very
substantial advantage to the latter. In
that case Cuba will be lost to Spain. Such
a result will be followed by a. financial
catastrophe.
“The Tagblatt attributes this unsatis-
factory state of affairs to the fanatic intol-
erance, the cruel persecution of alien re-
ligions and the merciless suppression of
all liberal tendencies which have reduced
Spain from the wealthy country she used
to be to her present poverty.”
Indignation In Havana.
HAVANA, March ifs—Tho. indignation
here evor the action of congress regarding
the belligerency of the insurgents increases
as the particulars of the debate in congress
are received.
The editorials in the press, howuver, are
not offensive toward the United States.
he demonstrations of patriotism are en-
ergetic and are displayed by public conver-
sations. Business circles await the out-
come with a lively interest, as may be im
agined.
Your correspondent is satisfied that the
demonstrations of patriotism will be kcpt
within bounds, and there is no fear that
the American consul general will be. in
any way disturbed. In fact, Mr. Williams
is highly esteemed personally and is well
assured of courteous treatment at the
hands of the Havana public.
Antonio Maceo is still making his way
toward the west and has divided his forces
into small hands about Guira and Alqui-
zar. It is reported that he is seeking to
divert the attention of troops from the
Matanzas coast so as to allow an expedi-
tion to land its forces. ‘
Professor Andree‘s Expedition.
SAN FRANCISCO, March 4.——Henry Lund,
consul of Norway and Sweden, has receiv-
ed an official communication from the
Swedish minister at Washington calling
his attention to the fact that Professor
Andree will start in his balloon in Jul;
next to attempt to reach the north pole.
The purpose of the communication was to
ask the good offices of Consul Land in
spreading the news northward.
Rev. “Villiam Tatlock Dead.
STAMFORD, Conn.. March 4.——The Rev.
William Tatlock, D. D., rector of St.
John’s Episcopal church, archdeacon of
Fairfield and err-secretary of the American
house of bishops, died at the rectory here,
aged 68. He returned last Wednesday
from a South American trip taken to se-
cure relief from a bronchial trouble.
Heart failure was the immediate cause of
death.
Judge C. S. Sims Stricken.
TRENTON. March 4. ——Judge Clifford
Stanley Sims of the New Jersey court of
errors was stricken with paralysis today
at the Trenton depot of the Pennsylvania
railroad. He was taken to Barlow’s hotel,
near the depot, where he is now resting
quietly. Judge Sims’ condition has im-
proved since he was stricken, and the
physicians are hopeful of his recovery.
The Floods In New England.
NASHUA, N. H., March 4.—Watchmen
noted a fall in the water of both the Mer-
rimac and Nashua rivers at this point.
The Merrimac had fallen 12 inches, and
the Nashua had gone down half as much.
The storm is still raging, and railroad
traffic is at av standstill. The rivers are
still gorged with ice.
Heavy Snowfall In the West.
OMAHA, March 4.—-Disj‘atcbos from ev-
ery part of Nebraska and u ern lowa re-
pm‘t a fall w snow 123:; _ lv'om three
inches to a font, urr-nl‘,’ minim-.314, and
still fizliii'g. jil- (lib. '
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Troubles, Take ~
AYERS
Cherry Pectoral .
Received .
Highest Awards
At World’s Fair.
When in Doubt, ask for Ayer’s fill-
Advertise inthe GAZETTE. '
WESTPORT.
Miss Miriam E. Coley is the guest of
Dr. and Mrs. N. F. Adams in Brooklyn,
N. Y,
Mr. and Mrs. Willard Adams are
quite settled in their new home in the
O. I. Jones place.
Mrs. Fred B. Gotham is visiting
her parents in Troy, N. Y.
' Mrs. Daniel B. Bradley, jr., is visiting
friends in New York city.
A special meeting of the Knights of
Pythias was held in Dr. Nichols’ office
last evening.
The Band of Hope will meet in the
Blue Ribbon room on Saturday after-
no in.
wnLION.
The chimney of the residence of
George A. Davenport caught fire last
night, and ,at one time it looked as
though the house was doomed. A
bucket brigade was organized by gen-
tlemen who were attending a church
sociable near by, and by a liberal ap-
p‘ication of water and salt the fire was
extinguished. .
'The Mission band of the Congrega-
tion‘al society held a. sociable last night
in the Chapel. An “attractive attrac-
tion” was a Humanophone,'whatever
that may be. The only set-back was
the balky manner in which Steve They-
e:’s music box acted .
Several trees were blown down in last
night’s sale including some valuable
fruit lreesfi _
Dan Betta is getting a plot in readi-
ness to 1: ant peas.
THE B. AND O.’S TROUBLES.
The hiereantile Trust Company Sues tho
lioad For $1,000,000.
in the United States district court. by the
Mercantile Trust company of New York
against the Baltimore and Ohio railroad
for $1,000,000. Collateral security for
this amount is on file With the tgust com-
pany. The contract, Which, it is said by
the plaintiffs, was not carried out by the
defendants, provides that the Baltimore
and Ohio company shall, on demand, pay
the trust company $1,000,000 in gold coin
at 6 per cent interest per annum, the col-
lateral deposited beinr' in the shape oi
various securities, principally stock in
railroads. — '
The petition asks that the directors be
subpoenaed to appear in Cleveland and
answer.
Judge Ricks of the United States court
confirmed the appointment of 'John K
Cowen and Oscar G. Murray as _ receiver:
of the Baltimore and Ohio. The applica-
tion waslmade by the Mercantile Trust
company. a ,n-
Hamilton’s Bicycle Records.
world’s bicycle records were broken here.
W. W. Hamilton, paced, cut the.quad rec~
ord for 'one mile, flying start, to 1:39:15.
Hamilton then went out, paced, for Berlo’s
two—thirds mile mark of 1 :07. Hamilton
rode it in 58 3-5 and then did ”one-third
mile unpaced_1n_ 33 3-5.
Sweet
Caporal
Little
C iga rs
for cts.
SOLD BY ALL DEALERS.
CLEVELAND, March 4.—Suit was filed-
CORONADO BEACH, 0211., March i—Foux I
flHE Evnsxse GAZETTE
THE BOSTON STORE,
NORWALK.
you’ve bought at 250;
shape, 750 quality, 470.
only 29c each.
usually i'rOm 50 to 750, 390.
poorer quality at 75c. 3712c
from 75c to $1.00, 500.
Ladies’ 4button Glace Gloves, our spring 1
10 pieces 46-‘nch all—woo
N. B.—-Watch the Exhibition in our Windows Friday and Saturday.
TH BUSTUN SIUH.EDI. Main anWalh O.
Senator Cullom a Candidate.
SPRINGFIELD, 1115., March 4.-—-The Re.
publican county convention adopted reso-
lutions indorsing Senator Shelby M. Cul-
lom for the nominatiOn for president 01
the United States. David M. Littler, who
presided at the convention, announced
that he was authorized to say that Senator
Cullom wasa candidate for president.
Bernard J. Ford's Sentence.
TRENTON, March 4.—Bernard J. Ford,
the ex-statehouse superintendent, who
pleaded non vult to several indictments
found against him as a result of the senate
investigation, was today sentenced by
Judge Woodruff in the Mercer court to
pay a fine of $1,000.
A ‘Vife Accused of Murder.
NEW ALBANY, Ind., March 4,—Mrs. Jo
seph Linthicum has been placed under ar-
rest charged with murdering her husband-
The'man’s last words were an accusation
against the woman, who, he said, had cut
his throat. Arthur Withers, her brother, is
also under arrest.’
Gladstone “'atches Politics.
CANNES, March 4.—President‘ Faure
asked Mr. Gladstone today if he had not
found political inaction irksome, to which
the president’s visitor replied that he al
ways followed closely his country’s affairs
A New Promenade at Atlantic City.
ATLANTIC CITY, March 4.—It was defl-
nitely decided at a meeting of the common
council to construct a new steel promenade
along the ocean front. The work will be
commenced within two weeks, and it will
be ready for the coming summer. The
walk will cost about $100,000.
PAINT.
We are now prepared to supply
the public with a. good reliable rea. i y
mixed paint in 1}- pt , 1 qt, 2 qt. and
4 qt. pails. Also aw and boiled
oils, turpentine, dryer, varnish,
white lead by the pound or hundred
weight, white and colored kalsomine.
Putty, nails by the pound or keg.
Good line of paint brushes.
Our prices are all lights—same as
the goods. ,
H. H. WILLIAMS
17 Main St. ‘
MEEKER COAL CO,
GOAL, " ROOO, BRICK,
LIME, CEMENT, TILE PIPE.
OFFICE WITH G. wARD SELLEcK
WALL STREET. NOBWALK.
Advertise now and catch the spring
trade.
New York, Office. 44:2 Broadway.
A MEMORABLE EVENTFOB. OUR PATRONS.
GIGAN‘I’IC BARGAIN. GIVING.)
VALUES WORTH COMING MILES TO SEE.
NO Time II] Lose If You Wish IO BIN Stockings at Less ' Than Hall-Pillfl———J
100 dozen Ladies’ Black Wool Hose, retailer’s price, per pair, is 190; somebody’s mistake; our price
while they last, three pairs for 250.
Ladies’ Hermsdorf dye, full lengths, spliced hee’s and toes, extra stout; compare with somethat
importer’s blunders in stamping the wrong name, H0se is just as good. 12§c pair.
60 dozen Boys’ best quality Laundered Shirt Waists, all new, triple collar and the new turn-down
55 dozen Men’s Outing Shirts. in flannel and Cheviot, all sizes, regular; 450 quality, just th 111: of it,
96 dozen Men’s Spring Scarfs, the nobbiest and latest shapes, sold {‘3' leading furnishcrs in New
York at 750; see our disp'ay in window at 47c. ,
mportation, including maize, batiste, ecru, tans, modes,
with embroidered backs in self-colors and fancies. every pair warranted. $51.25 quality, 980 per pair.
20 pieces of the well-known Jamestown Suitings—the name is a guarantee of their merits—sold
1 Black Cashmere, the greatest bargain (yer eli‘ered;,you have bought
300 yards Grepon Serges, in black and all the new spring colorings, $1 cloth, 7 5c.
10 dozen Ladies’ Leather, Metal and Silk Belts, all new, regular prices from 39 to 50c. 25.2.
12 dozen, just one gross only, Ladies’ Narrow Belts, very stylish, 'iu Eille‘ and gold effects, worth
150 pairs of our Celebrated Scissors, every pair warranted, regular price 450, 29c.
3,000’ ards Jet and Fancy Beaded Trimmings, largest stock ever shown in this part of New Eng‘and
10, 1212" 15, 17, 19 and 25c per yard, 33 L3 per cent less than can can be found elsewhere
THE HONEST PLUMBER:
W. C. HOLMES. I
_ 7 \Vater Street,
“IS PREPARED TO_ DO ALL MANNEB 01"
PLUMBING WORK
T111 and Sheet Il‘llll Router and Worker.
ALL WORK AND MATERIALS GUARAN-
TEED 0F BEST QUALITY, AND
PRICES FAIR AND VERY
REASONABLE.
w. e. HOLMES,
7 \VATER: STREET.
Horace ti. Dann,
EXCELSIUL
Limreefishmme
Opposite Danbury and
‘ Norwalk Railroad aepor '1
Norwalk. Conn. Stylish
Single or Double Team
with or without drivers.
Safe horses for women
andchildren. .
SADDLE. HORSES A SPECIALTY
I
STILL GOING
" 0F c. H. Hanvnv’s STOCK or
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The Great Bankrupt Sale !
BOOTS, SHOES & RUBBERS
.>:<rO CLOSE OUT, EVERYTHING IS BEING SOLD ii PRICES NEVER HEARD 0F BEFORE:
Come Early. Store Open until 9 o’clock Week Days, and 10 Saturdays.
« _ HARVEY’S sHoE STORE.
Vanessa MAIN eraser, SOUTH "NORWALK.
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