The deep sympathy for Mr. McKinley, and of indig. nation
at the crime, which has been expressed throughout the British Islands, has been remarkable for its absolute spontaneousness and sincerity. Not only has Mr. McKinley won the regard of the British people, as a great and worthy figure, but there has been a genuine and heartfelt participation in the national anxiety. The truth is, as we noted at the time of the Queen's ,death, that it is impossible for one part of the race to be deeply stirred without an answering chord sounding in the other. We may feel for foreign nations at times of national sorrow or anxiety. We feel with, the Americans as a man feels with those of his own house and blood. We May note that the King's messages, which have been simple and natural and full of good feeling, have been greatly appreciated in America.
