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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1902
Page
2
Report says Bowen acted promptly in support of Germany and Britain at Caracas. Officials know press claims of arrests followed by release are correct but are two days behind events. If Castro answered ultimatums, reply is en route to Germany. officials commend Bowen’s energetic handling.
Advices from Caracas report tension between British and German naval commanders over enforcement actions. Germany demands decisive moves have landed a small force and seized ships, while Britain favors a slower diplomatic approach. If true, joint operations may be altered and British participation in seizing Customs Houses may be avoided.
London reports that no seizure of Venezuelan customs has been completed. Officials say an agreement on pro rata division of claims among Germany Britain and other nations is needed first, as in China. The La Guayra Custom House might be seized as a military measure though.
In the Commons Viscount Cranborne confirmed three Venezuelan ships were captured at La Guayra and a fourth disabled without resistance. He also confirmed the gunboat Bolivar seized at Port of Spain Trinidad. He noted British subjects arrested in Caracas had not yet been released and a British consul was reportedly absent. Reports said women and children were taken aboard a British warship and that President Castro may hold British and German prisoners as hostages.
Special to The New York Times reports the long standing quarrel centered on claims for losses in Venezuela amid revolutions. The dispute involves destruction and confiscation of foreign property, embargoes on German and British trade, and a separate German claim over loan payments for a railway. Presidents Castro and Venezuelan authorities resisted international arbitration, pushing Britain and Germany toward force after failed negotiations.
Berlin dispatch notes all papers except Vorwaerts back government action toward Venezuela. Vorwaerts mocks the so called magniloquent manifesto and calls naval show a blustery pretense. It argues Germany risks 150 million dollars of capital and US hopes to eclipse German influence.
The President and Secretary Hay monitor events at La Guayra and Caracas as allied forces sink captured Venezuelan vessels. Germany and Britain explain their aims to Secretary Hay, stressing no territory desire and seeking settlement of citizens’ claims under the Monroe doctrine remains untouched by U.S. intervention concerns. Ambassador von Holleben had warned of coercion if needed, underscoring the delicate diplomacy in the Caracas dispute.
The article describes US plans for a peace blockade of Venezuelan ports without war declaration, with Bowens actions praised by Germany and Britain. It notes consultations with Senator Cullom and Representative Hitt, and confirms little direct instruction to German or British ambassadors. Venezuelan Chargé Pulido denounces the sinking of gunboats as unwarranted and warns of heightened tensions. No US naval orders issued yet, but risk remains of needing warship involvement if needed.
Senator Cul lom, chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee, regrets that Great Britain and Germany destroyed the captured Venezuelan war vessels. He says they could have been kept intact until after the conflict and returned to Venezuela. He believes the United States will not be drawn into the dispute as Britain and Germany have no intention to take Venezuelan territory.
Vienna reports The Times and Neues Wiener Tagblatt praise Britain and Germany for supporting actions against Venezuela. The pieces say the United States stance aligns with European powers and demonstrates the Monroe Doctrine protects engagements without sparking open conflict.
A Caracas dispatch says German warships seized the French steamer Ossun after also taking vessels tied to Venezuela. France plans arbitration on about 10.8 million dollars in damages including railroad destruction, with tensions rising between major powers and sympathy split in public opinion.
The National Civil Service Reform League in Philadelphia praises President Roosevelt for expanding civil service enforcement and merit principles. It notes criticism of patronage and spoils-system practices, especially in appointments outside classified service, while urging continued reform of consular and police merit systems.
A House joint resolution filed by Representative Shafroth of Colorado urges the President to seek arbitration with Great Britain and Germany over Venezuela claims and to guarantee payment of any awards.
The Italian warship Carlo Alberto received orders to hurry to Venezuela to protect Italian subjects there. Coal was rushed on board and the ship sailed tonight, delaying Signor Marconi's experiments at Glace Bay for the moment.
In Brooklyn at Hotel Margaret the cashier paid a $47.50 bill for a suit delivery to satisfy patron Royal C. Peabody who claimed he expected a suit. Peabody later denied knowledge of the suit. The box in the room contained blocks of light wood, not clothing.
Chief James H. McCormick will retire as head of the Flushing Fire Department in Queens after twelve years. Clarence F. Byrd defeats McCormick for a thirteenth term by four votes among 224 ballots cast from a 243-member department.
An old advertisement promotes Scott's Emulsion as a remedy to pale skin by boosting blood and appetite. It claims regular doses improve health, looks, and manners and offers a free sample from Scott & Bowne, chemists, 409 Pearl Street, New York.
William 8. Devery, Ninth District Tammany leader, refutes rumors he will resign his post in favor of Alderman Dowling or Peter J. Garvey. He accuses City Hall factions of sacrificing district rights for Erie Railroad interests and notes concerns over a Pennsylvania tunnel and coal relief for the poor. Dowling counters that the playground is an old lumber yard and that Erie has long held freight tracks there.
At the annual meeting of the Brooklyn Democratic Club sixty two members voted in a main ticket. Metz was reelected President with Shepard and Hoagland as First and Second Vice Presidents. Peabody became Third Vice President, Eastmond Fourth, Gottsberger Fifth, Thran Treasurer, ONeill Recording Secretary, and Widmann Corresponding Secretary. A resolution urged the Board of Aldermen to grant the Pennsylvania Railroad tunnel franchise. A reading praising Thomas Brackett Reed was also adopted.
Democrat elect John Cunneen outlines the January 1 appointments including Charles N. Bulger as First Deputy Attorney General and a slate of Deputy Attorneys General from George F. Slocum to Sanford Tousley Church. Prohibitionists listed no offices.Appointment terms require full-time service with duties to be determined.
The Attorney General will be represented in Buffalo. M. B. Farrington of Buffalo and George B. McCartee Jr of Salem Washington County will receive clerkships in the Attorney General's office.
Albany dispatch reports tomorrow the State Board of Canvassers will meet at the Secretary of State to tally state officer votes. Secretary McDonough lists Republican totals for Odell Higgins O'Brien Miller Wilkie Coman Bond and Werner and Democratic totals for Coler Bulger Mott Preston and Finch.
A recital showcases the Pianola in action with accompaniment, highlighting its mechanical piano capabilities. The remarks mention Mr. Young as a possible presenter or participant in the demonstration.
Aqueduct Commissioner Ten Eyck hosted a dinner for election captains of the Thirty-fourth Assembly District at the West End Hotel on One Hundred twenty-fifth Street near Eighth Avenue. Speakers included Leader Ten Eyck Robert C. Morris R Manchester Lemuel E g Abraham Gruber Justice Ernest Kl and J L Wells.
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