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The conclusion of the peace has left every one weary and annoyed. The
Powers evidently feel ashamed of the part they have taken in the affair,
and are seeking to find an excuse for their own wrongdoings by blaming
their representatives. It is therefore rumored that all the ambassadors
at Constantinople are to be changed, because the Powers feel that they
have been outwitted by the Sultan, and can no longer have any influence
with him.
It must not be supposed that the Greeks are taking the matter quietly.
A feeling of intense indignation prevails throughout Greece.
Mass-meetings have been held protesting against the treaty, bonfires
have been built at which the people have eased their feelings by burning
copies of the hated peace document. It is even thought that the Greek
Congress, the Boul�, may refuse to accept the treaty as it stands.
Some of the Greeks declare that the signing of the treaty will mean that
Greece will cease to be a nation and become nothing more than a name.
Were Greece a little stronger than she is, it is certain that she would
reject the terms of peace, and continue the war with Turkey, but
unfortunately she is in such a feeble condition that it looks as if she
would have to do just as the Powers dictate.
In spite of the anger and indignation of her people, Greece has very
little choice but to accept the treaty as it stands.
* * * * *
Some excitement was caused last week by the rumor that General Woodford
had informed the Spanish minister of foreign affairs that unless the war
with Cuba was brought to a close in October, the United States would
interfere.
As you may suppose, this report caused a good deal of surprise. If it
were true it could only mean that war was about to be declared with
Spain.
The rumor came from Paris, and there was much telegraphing back and
forth to Washington, and interviewing persons in high positions, to know
if this report was really true.
It was a relief to everybody when word came from the Duke of Tetuan that
his talk with General Woodford had been a very pleasant one, and that
nothing but kind and friendly words had passed between them.
It seems that General Woodford told the Duke that the United States
considered the present state of affairs in Cuba most pitiable, and
offered her good offices to bring the war to an end.
The Duke of Tetuan, in repeating what our minister had said to him,
stated that the whole conversation was most satisfactory, and that he
was ready to talk further on the subject with General Woodford whenever
he was prepared to do so.
He absolutely denied that there was any talk of war, and General
Woodford, on his part, declared that war would not be thought of until
every other means had been tried.
Spain's troubles are increasing daily, and it seems more than likely
that she will be willing to accept our friendly intervention, and allow
the cruel and expensive war in Cuba to cease.
The report that more troops are to be sent to the island has been
confirmed, but it is now said that only 6,000 will be sent, instead of
the 27,000 promised.
The reason for this is that Spain is having trouble in raising money.
Money she must have, as her treasury is empty, and the enormous expenses
of the war still continue.
The new government that was formed after the death of Canovas does not
seem to have the strength to deal with the situation. It is constantly
rumored that it is about to resign, and that Se�or Sagasta, who has such
liberal views about Cuba, is to be called to form a new government.
While things are in this state of uncertainty and public confidence is
thus shaken, it is but natural that the financiers should be unwilling
to loan Spain more money, lest they should not get it back.
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