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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1902
Page
21
British Premier Balfour defends government policy amid Venezuela disputes with Germany and Italy. Discussions focus on arbitration, naval actions, and protection of British and German subjects as politicians urge caution, alliances, and possible tribunals while US mediation looms in the background.
Berlin reports Venezuela proposes arbitration of the dispute through Minister Bowen. The Foreign Office says this will not delay Germany and Britain’s measures already decided. Hay notes a peaceful blockade intent, while the exact blockade form remains undisclosed and agreed by Great Britain and Germany.
Berlin reports Italy will participate in the allied blockade by agreement and will receive a coast section for Italian ships. Rome notes Italy seeks damages for Italian citizens from the disturbance in Venezuela since April and cites a claim list reduced to 2.51 0.256 bolivars with further damages awaiting assessment after the revolutions.
Washington reports confirm allied fleet aimed at fortifications at Porto Cabello rather than the town. Note precedent for peaceful blockade looms as Hay and Bowen press arbitration and possible U S stance on trading ships. Castro's peace plan reviewed amid questions of liability and European interest.
Caracas officials rely on the United States amid calls from doctors and lawyers for President Castro to resign, with Vice-President Ramon Ayala suggested to form a nonpartisan cabinet. A temporary presidency and congressional action are proposed as tensions rise. General Hernandez is expected, signaling looming trouble.
In Caracas President Caistro appeals to the people to avoid reprisals against Britain and Germany and to remain calm as Europe’s powers position themselves as pirates. The AP dispatch carries the president’s statement stressing action over punishment of civilians.
The speaker urges prudence and civilized behavior while promising to target armed foes. He calls for restraint to preserve Venezuela’s good name and vows to sacrifice for the nation's honor. He notes Americans, French, Italians, Spaniards, Germans, and English residents should be seen as cultured and civilized. The press monitors the Caracas situation as Temps suggests U S mediation in the Western Hemisphere.
Porto Cabello in Venezuela endured shelling after an Anglo German ultimatum delivered at 4:30 pm demanded satisfaction over the Topaze seizure and the flag incident. The Venezuelan reply claimed authorities did not support lowering the British flag, and the bombardment killed a German resident and two servants near San Esteban.
Berlin reports Lieutenant Commander Tuerk, Gazelle’s first officer, has assumed command of the Venezuelan gunboat Restaurador, now flying the German flag after capture. The change solidifies German control of the vessel amid ongoing tensions in the region.
London dispatch reviews the Venezuela crisis, noting British and German joint pressure, the arbitration possibility with the United States as mediator, and the latest disclosures from the Foreign Office. It details ultimatums, naval actions, and the public debate in the House of Commons while reporting on Caracas reactions and ongoing diplomatic maneuvering.
London reports a parliamentary paper releasing Venezuelan affairs correspondence. It cites seizures of British ships and a Venezuelan consul in Trinidad collecting improper customs fees, with Britain detailing further outrages and large claims by subjects and companies. Caracas dismisses explanations, hindering diplomatic efforts as of December 2, with Germany noting Venezuelan difficulties since July.
Berlin reports in official quarters that the Venezuelan vessels sunk off La Guayra were old revenue cutters unfit to go to sea. Other captured ships were sent to a West Indian port to be refitted for use during the blockade. Destruction aimed to prevent fall into Venezuelan hands as German ships departed La Guayra.
Buenos Ayres reports the government will not intervene in Venezuela. The press protests Anglo German fleet actions. Deputy Martinez protests brutality of powers against weak nations and calls for a South American mutual defense and independence pact. his resolution is referred to committee.
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