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The record-union., 1894-06-22
TO Keep the Boots in shape.

4es," said man in shoestore the
other day, II like that shoe hrst-rate; ii
fits WE'LL 1t feels well, and it looks well,
but l don't think it viii do me-"
"Why not?" asked the clerk, somewhat
surprised at the mans contradictory
statement.
Because replied the customer, sthe
toe is too long. 1t looks all right now,
but l have short foot, and in week or
so the toe will have wrinkled and caved
in, and it will not only look shabby. but
will wear out much sooner. l like the
looks of long toe-fact is, [ hate globe
toe or anything in the stubby line, but
have to wear them, that's ALL
beg your pardon, but you DON'T" said
the clerk. knowingly.
This time it was the buyers turn to be
surprised. And why not2' he asked, in
quiringiy.
because it is just as easy to fix long
toe If your foot don't fill it out as it is to
take drink. Put cotton in it, that's all.
Fill up the end of the shoe with a suffi-
cIent amount of cotton, and the shoe will
preserve It's shape perfectly. See my
shoe? Now, Pill wager dollars to tooth
picks that pve got as short foot as yours,
but my shoe looks all right because it has
cotton In the end OF it. You say you have
short foot. Well, so do half the people
who walk this earth, but they either don't
know this simple trick. or are too lazy to
try it, and so buy shoes that they don't
like or go around with shoe all creased
and broken in at the toe. Not only will
cotton keep the shape of your shoe, but
it's good thing to have in them, any
way. 1t keeps your feet from getting
chafed from too much crowding into a
narrow point, and. besides, it saves to a
great degree the wear on your stocking
rio IT
come, you know, or rather your wife
does. Y es, sir; cotton in ones shoes is a
big scheme-it's big racket. Wash
ington Post.
The record-union., 1894-06-22
AN,rI-RA1LRoAD HowL1NG.

1t is more than amusing to note how the
willy politicians, when the time of nomi-
nation and election comes on, begin to
howl against railroads and roar about the
expressions common carriers put upon
the people. When there is nothing else
to stir the blood in political veins, the
low-down politicians select railroads and
organized industries as targets for their
small-caliber weapons. 1t does not seem
to occur to them that there is any virtue
superior to that supposed to reside in
anti-railroad shouting, though the COM
mon carriers of the country may have no
part whatever in the political contention.
Is would seem that land monopoly the
great, unabated evil, non-assimilable i'm
migration, State economy, discreet ad-
ministration of State affairs, conservation
of industrial productive interests, en-
couragement of settlement in the State of
desirable home-seekers, retrenchment in
the public service, the preservation of the
integrity of the ballot. the promotion of
the educational system. the guarding of
the text books from assaults by the book
The record-union., 1894-06-22
PUTTING Up THE BARS.

There is one order of protection to
which the Republican platform commits
the party that the RECoRD-UNIoN finds
itself in hearty sympathy with. It is in
policy of greater restriction of immigra-
ton from the Old World. immigration
that creates abnormal competition in the
labor field and drives out American
workers and home builders, to give place
to European laborers who have no SYM
pathy with the American system, and are
here a source of contention, lawlessness
and unwholesome competition.
1t is not putting it too strong to say
that all immigration Of all foreign labor
ers, skilled or unskilled, should be inhib-
tied. 1t needs strong, perhaps extreme,
declarations upon the subject to bring the
nation up to the plane of right action in
this direction. That the input of foreign
laborers is not now sufficiently restricted
goes without saying.
For long time the RECORD UNION
has been urging upon public attention
the duty of putting up the bars" To
just what extent the bars should be put
up we have not in detail discussed. as it
is necessary first TO arouse the people to
the actual need of checking the influx of
the non-assimilative element, the pauper
and degraded labor element, those classes
which come to US not for citizenship, not
to aid in maintaining and bettering
American institutions, but for greed of
gain, to under-cut the American labor
wage, drive real home builders out of the
field and into pauperism. or degrade
them to a condition incompatible with
the demands Of our civilization upon
them,
The record-union., 1894-06-22

The Republican platform wisely and
forcibly demands reform of the
naturalization laws, and the estab-
Hshment of an English speaking
and writing qualification as a con-
dition precedent to naturalization.
Why not? Why should not the appli-
cant for American citizenship prove his
capacity to read the laws of the land in
the language in which they are enacted
and printed? We would be better pleased
with the plank, ifin addition to the ability
to read the laws, the demand was one for
some evidence of intellectual capacity to
comprehend them, or at least the sub
structural principles of the American sys-
tenn as laid down in the Constitution,
and as promulgated originally in the
Declaration OF Independence. Ignorance
should be disqualification; stupid and
brutal incapacity to understand ought TO
debar the applicant; failure to present
evidence of sympathy with the American
idea of self-government; non-compre-
hension of the duties, obligations and
privileges OF citizenship, these should
serve to close its door against applicants
The record-union., 1894-06-22

rings, the consideration of means to lessen
taxation and better the civil service. the
promotion of public health and of good
road building, the fostering of viticultural
and horticultural interests, the improve
ment of the rivers, the true adjustment of
the mining question. the reclamation of
lands from water wastes, the extension
and encouragement of the irrigation sys-
tem-that these and kindred subjects of
vital interest might have attention. in
stead of all energy being exhausted in
wild assaults upon railway organizations
and frantic shouting about railway ques-
tions that are settling themselves.
However, railways have always been
popular targets for demagogues and the
small politicians. who do not propose
that these industrial agencies shall be
permitted to keep out Of political COM
plications. For the anti-railroad agitator
imagines that by prosecution of his voca-
ton he rises to the dignity of public
savior in the estimation Of the people,
and that it is only necessary to flaunt the
railroad flag in the faces of voters to COM
mand them at will for the politicians
own particular ends.
The truth is that between the people
and the railroads there are no questions
or issues that they cannot and do not ad-
just without political intermeddling, and
it is this fact that the agitator and dema-
gogue frantically endeavor to obscure.
The record-union., 1894-06-22
BnRnnGH TOW MS
The Extraordinary Powers Formerly
Possessed by Them.

Borough towns in England had formerly
extraordinary powers. Each had its sys-
TEN OF nome rule, and was a little i'm
perlum in imperiO. 1t controlled Its
trades, manufactures and professional oc-
cupations, the mum bers to be employed,
and fixed the price OF wages and COM
modlties. 1t determined what were Of
lenses against the order, morals and we'll
being of the borough, and It's codes as
signed the punishments. Its bylaws
were a tyranny, and its Mayor was fire.
quently little despot, as real as any
Cadi OF the East.
In the Court of Hastings book were re-
corded the preSentments of the jury, and
we know from these what were the Of
lenses and modes of punishment The
magistrates at sessions did as much for
county matters and fixed the prices of all
labor. No one could trade from one
county to another without their license,
just as no stranger could follow an oc-
cupation or reside in borough without
the Mayors permit. The tumbrel,
stocks, pilIory, branks and the SKIM
mington were the usual Instruments Of
punishment for slight offenses, but the
ducking stcol was the fayorlte for scolds
and cheating bakers.
Whipping was constantly resorted to,
and was thought especially good for
women and boys. Any one might be
employed to perform it, and sometimes
woman undertook it for the sake of a fee,
which varied from four pence to shill-
ing. 70 witness it formed part of pub
lie amusements, as in the case of hanging,
and men visited the jails on whipping
days to see the women whipped. Fore
stalling-buying out of market TO sell
again above market price-was very
grave otense. and was severely punished.
Mr.. Rusty, an eminent corn factor,
was indicted in the Court OF Kings Bench
on July 1. 1900, Tor having purchased by
sample eight months before. IN Mark
Lane Corn Market. ninety quarters Of
oats at Ais per quarter, and sold thirty of
them again in the same market, on the
same day, at As. The jury instantly
found him guilty, and Lord Kenyon, the
Judge, said to them: "You have con-
ferred, by your verdict, almost the Great
est benefit on your country that was ever
conferred by any jury" A quiet stroll
on Sunday during the summer evening
was visited by a heavy fine or the stocks.
boy for riding on gate on a Sunday
afternoon was ordered to be whipped
The Westminster Review.
The record-union., 1894-06-22

SIMPLIFICATIoN and equalization OF
taxation so that the business of Govern
ment cost shall bear evenly and justly is
demanded by the Republican platform.
1t is a generalization that simply states
an economic maxim, that taxation should
be simple and uniform, and always just.
The problem is how TO accomplish this
end through legislation. 1t is all well
enough to declare that it should be at
tanned To that no one will object. Y ct
it must be conceded that the needed bet
terment of the taxation system could not
be set forth in any detail, scarcely in out
line in a, political platform. 1t might
have declared that this, that or the other
theoretical system of the essayists and
reformers and advocates of favorite theo-
ries are wise or unwise. or worth trial, or
that they are unworthy of consideration;
but to have done so would not have been
satisfactory and would have involved and
perplexed thought. 1t is perhaps best,
then, that the platform should declare
simply that reform in the taxation sys-
tenn is necessary, and leave it to the cool
deliberation possible in legislating for
entry upon the work indicated. Such
work is to be laborious, is certain to stir
up great deal of feeling and to involve
the people in debate, in which theory
will play large part-but it will be prof
table. So that after all, perhaps. the best
approach to reform of such magnitude is
by declaration OF its need. and pledge
that at least experiment in the line of re-
formation shall be entered upon when the
party is placed in the seat OF legislative
power,
The record-union., 1894-06-22
A VERY SERIOUS BLUNDER.

All of the San Francisco papers pub
ished what purportod to be the platform
adopted by the Republican State Conven-
ton. and none of them published it cor
rectly. The Sacramento papers pub
lished the platform in full. just as it was
adopted by the convention. What the
San Francisco papers published was the
rough draft OF platform which was pre-
sented to the Committee on Platform and
Resolutions for their consideration. That
body struck out several paragraphs and
adopted several new ones. The whole
tone and character of the platform was
changed. All this proves that if the
people want to get State news in reliable
form they should take the RECORD
UNION.
The record-union., 1894-06-22
Harper,s war History.

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WEEKLY UNION can get the history at
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The record-union., 1894-06-22

THE Republican platform sounds a
ringing American note when it declares
unhesitatingly against any division of
school funds among sects, and announces
the loyalty of the party to the non-secta-
rian character and to the integrity Of the
common school system.
The record-union., 1894-06-22

The Republican platform pledges the
party to legislation that will tend to make
primary elections honest expression of
party voice. 1t can be done, and that
which has so long been farcical can be
made the honest, safe and genuine be-
ginning of good government
The record-union., 1894-06-22

The Republican platform pledges the
party to the abolition of all commissions
and offices that can be stricken down
without injury to the state. Good. 1t is
a declaration that should be lived up to
when the party is in power, as it will be,
for there is room for action in that direc-
ton that will be of material relief to the
taxpayers.
The record-union., 1894-06-22
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NOTE AND COMMENT.

A new paper has been started in San
Francisco called the american Patriot.
Its announced mission is to defend
American institutions and especially the
public schools.
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The herald., 1894-09-19

to satisfy the people OF the nation and
! OF the commercial world.
The Republicans are coming back to
power in 1896 and are coming back to
stay"
There was a storm of applause ae
General Tracy finished and several
mem bers were on their feet asking for
recognition to second the nomination
and ask for vote by acclamation, but
Colonel Baxter threaded his way up the
aisle and took the platform. The Fas-
sett men saw him and there was
tumult. Quiet restored, Mr.. Baxter
began his speech, placing in nomin alton
j.. Slost Faseett for governor. When
the name OF Fassett was reached, there
was the most remarkable scene of the
session, reminding one forcibly of the
scene in the Republican national con-
vention at Minneapolis when Blaine re-
ceived the applause and Harrison the
vote. The people stood on their feet
and waved handkerchiefs and yelled
themselves hoarse.
Silas V. butcher of Kings county nom-
mated Steward L. Woodford.
J. 8. Wise OF New York seconded
Morton's nomination.
E. A. Nash named General Butter
field.
Ex-Congressmao Parker presented the
name OF Judge Leslie w. Russell.
Cries for vots follow ed and the
chairman ordered the roll to be called
by counties. Before Ontario was
reached Morton had been nominated.
and when the vote was finished the
clerk announced: Morton. $751; Fas.
sett, %; Woodford, 40; Butter6eld 90;
RUSSELL 20, Bliss. 4l1s and Arkell l.
The nomination of Morton was then
made unanimous, zach OF the opposing
candidates making short speeches,
pled9ing him their support.
Then they took recess until 10 D. m.
SARATOGA. Sept. 19.-12:20 a. m.-
Judge Saxton was nominated for lieu
tenant-governor on the irst ballot.
Judge Haight was nominated for Judge
OF the court of appeals on the second
ballot. The nomination was made unsni-
nous.
The convention adjourned sine die at
2:l0 q. m.
The herald., 1894-09-19

by threats OF official summons and heavy
penalties to disclose their private AFFAIR.".
1--WE denounce northern Democratic
congressman for permitting southern
mem bers to protect the chief products
OF their section, while removing or
largely reducing the protective duties on
the products Of the north.
1--WE favor an honest dollar and oppoee
any effort. whether by the removal OF
the tax on state bank issues or the free
coinage of silver, to lower our currency
standard, and we favor an international
agreement which shall result in the use
OF both gold and silver ss a circulating
medium"
The administration of Governor Flower
ie denounced. especial reference being
made to his veto OF the bill to provide
funds for the police investigation OF New
York City.
Gen. B. F. Tracy, in an extended
speech, placed in nomination for gov
ernor ce-President Morton. He
closed by saying:
"Fellow delegates of the convention j:
A grave responsibility rests upon the
Republican party Of New York. 1t is
our duty to place in nomins tion today
q man who is not only able to carry
the state, but one who will win a vic
tory OF such magnificent proportions as
The herald., 1894-09-19
OHIO DEMOCRATS.

Senator Brice Getting Control of the
State CONVENTION.
COLUMBUS, o., Sept. lS.-The Demo-
cratic state convention assemblies in this
city tomorrow at 10 O'Clock. Senator
Brice, against whom an effort has been
made by some OF the delegations to work
up sentiment on account of his attitude
in the late tariff fight in congress. is here
tonight. The senator has trusted lieu
tenants on the ground to look after hie
interests, as appears by the makeup of
the various committees. The anti -Brice
men claim only four out of the 81 men,
bers OF the committee on resolutions,
the principal one of whom is Congress-
man Tom johnson of Cleveland. The
Brice mon claim all but two members.
The committee is regarded as strongly in
The herald., 1894-09-19
BAY CITY POLITICS.

Five Municipal Tickets VIII Be In the
Field.
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 18.--The Non
Partisan movement has taken definite
form, and q committee of citizens will
meet this week to make arrangements
for holding a convention to nominate
municipal officers. 1.-THE Nom Partisans 9
carry out their plans there will be Eve
municipal tickets in the field. They are !:
Republican, Democratic, Populist, Nom
Partisan and Independent. the latter
consisting chiefly OF DR.. O'Donnell, who
will run for mayor.
At tonight's Democratic convention.
Eugene Dsuprey was made permanent
chairman. The committee on creden-
tisls read its report and it was adopted
without opposition. Committees on
order of business. permanent orgsnizs-
tion and platform and resolutions were
appointed.