despite the protests of the Powers.

He has, in fact, been doing pretty much as he pleased, believing that
Europe was afraid of him, and that he was master of the situation.

Now the Powers have combined to teach him the difference. They have
joined together, and in round terms bidden him obey them or take the
consequences.

You remember that home rule was promised to Crete, and that (after the
peace negotiations were signed) the Sultan announced that he would see
about the reforms later.

The Powers have now sent word to him that home rule must be granted to
the island at once, the Turkish troops instantly withdrawn, and a
Christian governor appointed.

Word has been sent to Turkey that if she oppose the Powers they will
blockade Constantinople.

With all these different complications to harass him, Abdul Hamid cannot
be a very happy man.

* * * * *

It is generally understood by those who make a study of such matters,
that the arrival of Weyler in Spain will be followed by serious trouble
for the Government.

It is well known that he is opposed to Sagasta's rule, and so the