Hawaii. It is rumored, indeed, that Queen Liliuokalani based her
strongest hopes of regaining her throne on the belief that the Secretary
of State was opposed to the treaty and would use his influence to
prevent its being ratified.

Mr. Sherman, however, states that while he was opposed to such a step at
one time, the trouble between Hawaii and Japan has caused him to change
his mind, and he now thinks annexation will be most desirable for all
parties concerned.

The ex-Queen of the Sandwich Islands, Liliuokalani, has also sent in her
protest against the Treaty. She objects because "her people," as she
calls the Hawaiians, have not been consulted, and also because no
provision has been made for her.

This protest has been filed in the State Department, and will be
attended to in due course.

Notice of our intentions with regard to Hawaii has been sent to the
various foreign powers, and so far no other protest has been received.

* * * * *

Christian Ross, the broken-hearted father of Charlie Ross, has just died
in Philadelphia.

You are all probably familiar with the story of little Charlie Ross, who
was stolen away from his home; but it seems well to tell it you again,
for it may serve as a warning against making chance acquaintances in the
street.