A serious revolution has broken out in Mexico. The news
has naturally been received with surprise, as only two months ago all Mexico seemed to be sincerely joining in the fetes when President Diaz's eightieth birthday and the centenary of Mexican independence were simultaneously celebrated. Pre- sident Diaz has held his office almost continuously since 1877, and is acknowledged to be the maker of modern Mexico. The revolt is most marked in the Northern provinces. Senor Madero, the rival of President Diaz at the recent Presidential Election, is at the head of a large force with some guns, and has proclaimed himself President of a Provisional Govern- ment. The insurgents are said to express a bitter anti. A /helicon feeling in many districts, but Senor Madero is urging consideration for foreigners on his followers. Senor Madero, it will be remembered, was put in prison when he declared his intention of opposing President Diaz at the recent Election. This makes one think that the revolt must be aimed against the autocratic rule which passes tmder the name of Republicanism. News of a revolt also comes from Rio de Janeiro. The crews of six Brazilian warships have mutinied and expelled their officers, three of whom were killed. The men demand higher pay, the abolition of corporal punishment, and a free pardon. A few shells have been fired into the city. There are signs that the Government will substantially meet the demands of the men.
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