St. Paul daily globe., 1892-06-24

that all these changes are practically
made in committee work, and nothing
is done without careful consideration.
While l do not know the real cause for
the change complained of, am certain
that the board has acted in its iudg-
ment for the best interests of the
school system. 1t is q reconGite prob
lem. and a cursOry examination into
the facts can only give one a very con-
fused idea of the real state of things.
| must admit that this is an extra
ordinary course for citizens to pur-
sue, and | doubt if the mayor will act
as demanded. This is just how | feel.
While | would like very much to be re-
lieved of the annoyance and labor that
the office entails, wish to assure the
public that l never retreat under fire. l
will remain at least long enough to face
all opposition of this character. AS
matter of fact none of US have the time
to devote to the duties that we are COM
PEELED to devote. but we do not feel like
shirking the duty, now that we have
undertaken the task. The affairs of the
Commercial bank make a heavy de-
mand upon my time and energies, but
| am going to do the best can in the
interest of the SchoOlS."
Mr.. Pyle was 10 less emphatic and
positive in his position.
Mr. PyIe's Position.
at is obvious" said he, ''that the
committee on schools of the board of in
spectators have made certain changes
because the best interests of the schools
have demanded the changes. Let me
explain, in point of illustration, that
should any inefficient teacher be dis
charged from service, it is certain that
her friends will present remonstrances
and demand a reinstatement. 1t ap-
pears to be quite evident that political
influences and probably sectarian influ-
ences are behind this agitation in the
First ward, and it is worthy of special
notice that one of the most active spirits
at last evenings meeting was former
emplOye of the board. and who was
discharged for absolute incompetency
and laZiness.
Every member of the present board
has held the position from the
date of his appointment only under pro-
test and at great sacrifice of personal
interests and l firmly believe that,
while the members remain, they will
continue to discharge their official du-
ties solely with view to the interests
of the public, and that they will be in
fuenced by neither fear nor favor.
"'ThiS agitation against the acts of
the board comes clearly from those who
want political board, appointed for po-
litical considerations, and it will Ger
tainly be necessary to secure the re-
moval of all the seven present inspect
ors before such reform can be inau-
gurated."
Supt Gflberrs Say.
Supt. Gilbert was caught in his Office
yesterday afternoon, not much the
worse for wear over the report of the
First ward meeting. > Indeed, he did not
seem in the least in wilted condition
from the effects of the feyerish heat of
the First ward people when questioned
about Miss BoltOn'S removal from the
Grant-school. Supt. Gilbert remarked :
This change, like all other changes.
was made for the good of the service.
do not wish to reflect upon the trans
ferred principal, but the school board
thought she was better adapted to work
in the class room rather than to prin-
cipalship. l am happily ignorant of the
politics and religion of teachers. except
when they obtrude them themselves.
Citizens are inconsistent when they
complain of the service and then COM
plain when the service is improved"
Mr.. Gilbert INDUCED in sarcasm when
the large and enth usiastic" meeting il
the First ward was touched upon. d.