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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1902
Page
2
The Daily News editorial says the European concert aims to revolt against the Monroe Doctrine, not coerce a bankrupt republic. It notes that Parliament will prorogue after passing an education bill, and ministers will reveal Venezuela information only via parliamentary papers.
In a Commons statement Premier Balfour says no pacific blockade exists and a state of war with Venezuela is in effect. He notes negotiations and possible arbitration, with neutrals kept informed as Britain and Germany pursue blockade along coastlines to recover compensation for assaults on British vessels.
Washington reports no effort will be made to resist a peaceful blockade of Venezuelan shores that targets merchant ships. The State Department says US shipping cannot be barred unless a formal state of war is recognized, and American trade must not be crippled by any naval power.
Berlin reports anticipate a formal notification of a blockade by allied war vessels off Venezuela tomorrow. US ships are said to have the same standing as other nations. Kiel rumors say German cruisers Ariadne Amazona and Niobe are being equipped for departure, though officials deny orders and say decisions depend on blockade demands.
The blockade of La Guayra under Great Britain and Germany was notified to the Venezuelan Government on December 13 and went into effect today. The order applies to Venezuelan vessels only.
The Navy Department directs officers to serve as assistants to American Ministers in Caracas and La Guayra. The move aims to relieve Mr Bowen and keep in touch with ships if the La Guayra cable is cut. Wisconsin orders to sail were canceled as of December 17 in San Francisco.
The vessel is expected to proceed to Bremerton within a few days, signaling a near-term movement to the Pacific Northwest port.
Spanish Minister Sefior de Ojeda says no action unless Caracas events force it and Belgian Minister Baron Moncheur stays neutral for now. Belgian interests may be looked after by Minister Bowen if circumstances change, but Belgium cannot join naval actions due to lacking a navy.
The Belgian claims in Brussels amount to several million francs due to non payment of interest on Venezuelan Government bonds. The bonds were issued as purchase money for Caracas water works promoted by a Belgian company.
A dispatch from Willemstad Curacao reports British marines have landed at Ciudad Bolivar on the Orinoco.
London Times New York Times Special Cablegram reports German unease mirrors British opinion on Venezuela. German objections likely only if they block peaceful arbitration with the United States cited. Italy’s action and broader powers' claims could ease tensions. Berlin observers expect the current phase to last at most a week or two.
Berlin reports the Foreign Office denies orders for a German squadron to seize Margarita Island and says no occupation of Venezuela will occur. Officials claim a deliberate portrayal of Germany driving coercion is underway and note the Puerto Cabello bombardment was at British command, with the German commander acting as an ally.
Berlin reports that Germany regards President Castro's arbitration proposal as inadequate because it lacks guarantees to pay if arbiters rule against him. A reply via US Minister Bowen has been sent or will be sent, with Britain expected to issue a similar response.
The dispute over Venezuela, Britain, and Germany remains under consideration by Berlin and London. Britain is expected to favor arbitration, Germany hesitates for guarantees Venezuela will honor any tribunal ruling, and US mediation proposals face limits on US guarantees.
Venezuela refuses Italy's ultimatum prompting the Italian cruiser Agordat to move toward Venezuela. Exchanges with Britain and Germany over arbitration continued. The United States expresses a friendly, valued attitude.
Diplomatic notes and a British German lead frame the arbitration option as Italy delivers an ultimatum to Venezuela. In Caracas United States Minister Bowen met with Italian officials and handed papers for their voyage, while La Guayra observers credit Britain and Germany for the move and note Italian fear among expatriates.
Caracas December 17. Rumors of the Venezuelan gunboat Miranda captured by the German cruiser Falke circulated. It is now reported that the Miranda took refuge in the Lake of Maracaibo and that all guns and ammunition were disembarked.
A Daily Mail dispatch from Willemstad notes Venezuelan rebels near Valencia as Caracas residents press President Castro to resign. Reports from Paris note 1600 revolutionists under Gen Ramos occupying Rio Chico, with Castro and Hernandez pledging to forget past tensions.
The Times reports Sir Robert Giffen warning that Britain’s Foreign Office risks complicity with Germany over Venezuela. He says a blockade fails against a bankrupt state and seizing customs could border on annexation, risking U S tensions. He fears Germany might seize Venezuelan territory and urges caution.
The Mexican Herald argues the Monroe doctrine faces a sharp test in the Venezuelan crisis and may not emerge unchanged. El País supports Roosevelt, condemns Castro, and upholds an interpretation that the doctrine blocks European domination but allows rights for all nations and individuals.
At a City Club Trustees meeting the Joint Committee on Ballot Reform urged adoption of the Massachusetts ballot to avoid voter confusion. Henry P. Davison was elected Treasurer. new Vice Presidents are Abram S. Hewitt, Nicholas Murray Butler, and Felix Adler. A committee was named to plan the city government 250th anniversary celebration for Feb 5 1903.
Rome report confirms the Cincinnati lawyer Gen Henry M Cist died in Rome at 65. A Civil War veteran, he rose to Brevet Major General and authored The Army of the Cumberland and The Life of Gen George H Thomas. He promoted the Chickamauga Park project and traveled with wife and daughter.
An unidentified man about forty collapsed on the sidewalk outside 2 East Sixty-ninth Street in front of Ogden Mills’s residence. He was emaciated and appeared exposed. Dr. Van Ingen of Presbyterian Hospital said the patient had nervous convulsions and was taken to the hospital.
In New Orleans on December 17 Judge Pardee appointed A B Wheeler receiver for the Magnolia and other sugar plantations of ex Governor Warmoth in Plaquemines Parish. A $15,000 note held by Harry L Laws of Cincinnati fell due December 1 and was protested. Creditors threaten seizure of the plantations, with Magnolia noted as one of the state’s best known.
Jerry and Mickey two half breed St Bernard mascots of the Forty eighth Company Coast Artillery at Fort Hancock were banished by Lieut Col William F Stewart after repeated river swims into the Shrewsbury River and intrusions into the post. They later slipped aboard a government supply train at Navesink prompting further disciplinary action and their temporary relocation to Highland Beach and Albany. The dogs once saved lives and guarded posts, earning a storied place in unit lore.
Charles Sinnott of Ferguson and Sinnott filed a suit in Mount Vernon against Mayor E L Fiske to recover 750 dollars claimed as money due from the election year dispute. Sinnott and William M Dyckman, who allegedly took 1500, were linked to the case as counsel. The Board of Aldermen, then Republican, did not confirm Sinnott as City Counsel after Fiske refused to withdraw his nomination. Sinnott sued after his withdrawal following the November election.
Post Office braces for peak rush as three large mail liners Cymric Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse and St Louis head in with 5365 bags of mail and 460000 plus in international money orders. Oceanic and St Paul depart laden with gifts as incoming mail set to break records.
Shayne manufacturer offers Siberian squirrel lined capes in a large assortment priced from 50 to 125 dollars. Carriage entrance at 41st Street between Broadway and 6th Avenue, with showroom near the 41st Street entrance.
John E. Dowley longtime United States Deputy Marshal died at friends Harlem home after illness. He aided in a famed arrest of Owney Geoghegan and survived a head injury from a fight attendant to the capture. A close ally of Postmaster Van Cott, he was 65 and leaves no children.
At a Brooklyn Republican Executive Committee meeting last night two candidates were considered for Election Commissioner to succeed Michael J. Dady. Senator Rudolph C. Fuller was defeated in the last election by Walter C. Burton, and ex Judge William Schnitzpan. Schnitzpan withdrew after debate.
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