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Evening star., 1901-12-31
The Closing Year.

Nomentous events have occurred during
the year just closing. They have made In
general for peace prosperity and progress
sion.
The death of President Mckinley and OF
Queen Victoria robbed their respective ma
tIoDs of beloved leaders. AS partial COM
pensation for our national bereavement was
the demonstration of the solidity of the
American institutions and of the love of
the people for the government which the
tragedy at Buffalo afforded A great and
irreparable loss was suffered. to be sure,
but it brought its lessons, which can never
be forgotten by the American people.
Save for the continued strife in South
Africa and for minor disturbances in South
America the world has been at peace. In
Asia the powers of civilization scored a
great triumph over the retrogressiye policy
of the Chinese by insisting upon terms of
settlement which, if enforced, will bring
China out of her Isolated and benighted
condition into place of genuine usefulness
in the worlds economy.
Prosperity has blessed this land as never
before In its history. The mills have been
kept open. the operatives have been con-
stantly employed at high wages and
stronger spirit of mutuality of interest has
pervaded the ranks of capital and labor A
strike threatened to disturb one Of the
greatest American industries, but 1t was
Kept within small proportions and the
threat of a serious disturbance of the coun-
try's welfare was averted. In furtherance
of the better understanding between work
ers and employers which sprang from this
affair a commission has been organized for
the preservation of industrial tranquility
by the settlement of all important labor
disputes. This body is composed of some
of the most eminent Americans, whose wise
counsels will assuredly aid in the keeping
of the peace in those ranks where peace is
the first essential of success.
The United States has progressed sub
stantially in the solution Of the problems
arising from its ownership of distant ter
ritories. peopled by strange races. The Su-
preme Court has rendered decision which
establishes those possessions in a relation
ship TO the government which will unques-
tionably yield a maximum of benefit to the
island wards of the republic. In further
ance of the decision steps have been taken
to sOldify the processes of government and
to set in motion the wheels of industry in
the distant islands.
A great difficulty has been removed from
the course of the long-pending project for
the piercing of the American isthmus by a
ship canal. The negotiation and ratifica-
tiOn of the Hay-Pauncefote treaty, carry
ing with it an abrogation of the old obnox-
ious Clayton-Bulwer treaty. must stand
among the most important events of many
years, leading incidentally and inevitably
to the Strengthening of relations between
this country and England.
Many minor blessings have been enjoyed.
The year 1901 has opened the century for
the United States at pace which prom
fses wonders for the future welfare of the
people. May many more like it follow.
Evening star., 1901-12-31
Cable Thrillers for Berlin.

But for certain recent events, these cable
thrillers now being fed to Berlin about
what leading American soldiers and sailors
are saying on the subject of war between
the United States and Germany would
easily defeat themselves. Nobody would be-
lieve for moment that responsible men
In uniform are talking publicly In any such
strain. But, unfortunately, the Berliners
know, and other foreigners know, that we
have indiscreet tongues in both our army
and navy. and that they have lately been
wagging. Nearly any yarn about them
therefore will go. and Berlin has some ex-
cuse for accepting those she is now re-
ceivng.
But Ambassador White is right. and it is
a good thing for both countries that he is
on hand to set the truth before the German
people There is nobody In the United
States worthy Of their attention who wishes
for war with Germany, or who thinks that
war is inevitable The contrary is the
case. The relations between the two coun-
tries are good, and this is source of pleas
ure to all right-thinking Americans Moth
ing seems more unlikely than that as mat
ters now stand the situation in Venezuela
will develop into bloody imbroglio be-
tween the greatest of American powers
and the greatest Of the powers of CONT
mental Europe.
This Is not to say that we are uncon-
cerned about the Venezuelan matter That
could not very well be. 1t is one Of possible
dangers for US, because should Germany
proceed to extremes In collecting her debt
she might become involved beyond her in
tentions or desires. If she should 20
ashore and take charge of customs receipts
and push back the Venezuelans by force she
would incur a heavy expense; and this,
added to the sum she Is already claiming
would keep her in the country some time
and substitute German for Venezuelan in
f1uence within Venezuela's borders The
United States would not care to see any
European power possess itself for any great
length of time of full authority on soil now
free in this hemisphere
Still another point Is that the collecting Of
warships at Venezuelan ports with hostili-
ties in progress on shore would produce an
uncomfortable state Of affairs. We cannot
forget that those were ticklish times at
Manila while the siege lasted, and that
both Dewey and the German admiral were
on hair trigger toward each other for weeks
We sustained Dewey, and we would Sus-
tain an American commander in other
waters who in period Of turbulence and
excitement insisted on what he claimed as
his rights. II he erred at all it would be
safest. so far as home feeling went, for
him to err on the side Of rigid backbone
The Monroe doctrine today Is not in
volved. Nor could 1T become involved un-
less Germany proposed to take a slice or
the whole of Venezuela for her debt And
that. we are now advised. Is very far
from her thoughts or purposes.
Evening star., 1901-12-31

other of the projects. The people have
been willing that the question of route
should be determined by experts qualified
to ascertain the relative merits of the rival
plans. The report now awaiting the action
of Congress has clearly set forth the
superior advantages of the Nicaragua
route. AS far as the people are concerned.
therefore, this issue is settled, adversely to
the Panama contentious.
Congress. after many delays, relegated
the question of route and cost and inciden-
forming reliable judgment Is Congress
now to repudiate its own course and re-
fuse to accept the findings of that body ?
How many men in either house are compe-
tent, by virtue of personal knowledge or
scientific attainments, to set up an inde-
pendent judgment In this matter? Infor-
nation on the relative merits of the two
routes must be acquired second hand. Ev-
cry word dropped into senatorial ear by
a Panama lobbyist is necessarily preju-
diced. Every argument against any canal
at all. uttered by a trans-contfnental rail-
road attorney, Is palpably selfish In its in
spfration.
If the antagonistic lobby now at work
succeeds In thwarting the national will in
this matter. it's success will bring everlast-
ing shame upon the men in Congress. who,
having the votes to put the canal bill
through. permit themselves to be hood
winked or persuaded or Influenced into its
defeat, postponement, or amendment.
Evening star., 1901-12-31
A Word for the Boys.

The carrier boys of The Star think a
word of explanation is due from them to
those they serve during the year, in con-
nectfon with the Carriers Address they ex-
pect to present to their patrons tomorrow
Arrangements, which 1t was thought would
be carried out without peradventure, were
made in ample time for the production OF
a calendar for 1902, to be given as SOU
venir with the address. It was to be
adorned with an artistic reproduction in
coIors of the last three paintings placed on
the walls of The Star business office, and
be the finest piece of color work of its class
ever produced In this country, and well
worth preserving a work of art I'm
fortunately. however, the contractor proved
TO be unable to carry out his agreement,
and only gave notice of that fact at too
late an hour TO allow substitute to be
furnished In time. The result is that an
other token of the same character has been
arranged for, but it can only be supplied
ten days or two weeks later. 1t will be less
attractive from an artistic point of view
than the one originally provided, but it Will
nevertheless be of substantial service dur
ing the wear; and such as it may be the
BOYS will present it later on. with their
compliments, saddened somewhat by re-
grets for their ill luck in not being able
to add what they intended to their usual
Nau Year eyreeting
Evening star., 1901-12-31

An Interesting and maybe an important
piece of news comes from New York re-
specting the Manhattan Club. The organi-
zation is composed in the main Of demo-
Gratis, and thirty-eight states are repre-
sented on its roster of nonresident mem
bers. For several years past 1t has cut but
a small figure in politics, largely as the
result of Richard Croker's domination of
local affairs. The Tammany boss doomed
a rival club with his influence, and the
active politicians of the town obediently
trooped after him. But the defeat of Tam
many in the city election and its malodorous
record seem now to open the way for better
things. and the higher order of democrats
are greatly heartened. New>York is DEM
ocratic city. and the purpose reported is to
try to bring the proper men to the front
With this object in view, and in order that
the effect may be national, there is to be a
meeting shortly at the Manhattan Club of
democrats prominent in state and national
affairs for the discussion of the whole sit
uation.
Tk:s looks like business 1t ought to
produce good results. We are working
around again to that former order of things
when New York, acting as the mentor Of
Evening star., 1901-12-31
The New Leaf,

The man who turns over a new leaf to-
night or tomorrow morning has assumed
fresh responsibilities. He faces the neces-
sity of preserving faith with himself Here
lies the hardest struggle and the most i'm
portant. For if man lose credit with his
own conscience he can expect little Gre
dence from others. The unbroken pledge to
self is a strong bond to good behavior,
stronger than a pledge kept to another.
The new leaf is a type of the perpetual
desire of mankind to be better to do better,
to live up to higher ideals. Even though
many are turned at this season Of repent
ance and are later futtered back, some
will stick, and those represent positive
gains Let the new leaf be turned, by all
means, even though repeated failures to
hold it down may have weakened the per-
sonal resolve and shaken faith in self
strength.
Evening star., 1901-12-31
Manila.
From the Manila American.

Fr0m the Manila Amerfcan.
Everywhere in the United States artistic
minded men and women are interesting
themselves in beautifying the cities In
which they reside They impress upon the
authorities the fact that 1t costs no more to
do things In a thorough, clean and effective
manner than 1t does in rougn and slovenly
way. They enlist the aid and support mot only
of the officials, but impress the workmen
themselves. Manila should be one Of the
most beautiful cities in the world, with It's
rich soil and wealth of foliage and tropical
plants. Honolulu, with not a tithe of the
opportunity, is a much more beautiful
town. Manila should awaken to it's possi-
bilities and take pattern by what the gov
ernment has done on the Luneta and in
some Of the parks
Evening star., 1901-12-31

the solid south, ran the democratic national
machine. The south, seemingly. had no
opinions of her own and let New York
think for her. She as obediently accepted
New York's candidates. Whatever New
York said went Failures were recorded in
the cases of Seymour, Greeley, Tilden and
Hancock but two successes were scored
with Cleveland, and the two failures with
Bryan have set the south to thinking. Why,
not leave it all to New York as formerly? :?
And New York answers, Why not?
New York therefore is preparing to take
her old place at the head of the procession,
and realizes that her appearance there
should be creditable. The Crokers and the
CAROLS and the Van Wycks are not the
sort to conjure with outside of the tough
parts of the city itself. In the national
field they are reproach to the party. Anx-
ious as the south is for power, she OBJ
5ects to having men of that stamp In the
forefront of the contest. New York has
better, and the south wants them brought
out. And New York agrees with her about
that. So the Manhattan Club. for years the
hcme Of capable and clean men, is to run
the long broom around the frieze and take
in the cobwebs, brighten up generally, and
show signs of health and vigor. Mr.. Croker
and his short crops" are, temporarily at
least in eclipse. Men of parts and charac-
ter are waking UP.
Even the republicans may properly well
come this. New York Is powerful factor
in both parties, and her leading representa-
tives In each should be among the ablest
and the most worthy of her sons. Tam
many's prominence in such connection is an
affront to decency.
Evening star., 1901-12-31

AS the head of the family. President
Roosevelt engaged in the usual Christmas
diversions. But he objects TO playing Santa
Claus indiscriminateIy for the benefit of
politicians
Evening star., 1901-12-31

Mr.. Dowie of Chicago has had plenty Of
warnings in the careers of previous ma
poleons of finance" The fact that he
coupled unsustained religious assumptions
with his schemes merely serves to supply
an element of neWness
Evening star., 1901-12-31

1t is said that Americans are the greatest
tobacco chewers in the world. This Is a
severe Indictment, but it Is a comfort to
remember that we do not smoke as many
cigarettes as the Russians.
Evening star., 1901-12-31

1t would i'll become so great an advocate
of formality as the German emperor to an
tagonize we'll established and highly re-
spected an institution as the Monroe doc
riI
Evening star., 1901-12-31

1t would be just as well, perhaps to quit
lionizing the James boys" A close in
spection of their careers fails to show that
they ever did anything for their country.
Evening star., 1901-12-31

If the Forbidden City can be rebuilt with
sanitary plumbing and other modern i'm
provements, the Chinese may see the day
when they will rejoice that 1t was de-
sIrOyed.
Evening star., 1901-12-31

1t is to be hoped that Senator Tillman
will realize the impossibility Of persuading
Senator McLaurin to resign and spare his
expletives
Evening star., 1901-12-31
Wireless TeIegraphy.
From the Chicago Chronicle.

FROM the chicago Chronicle.
Wireless telegraphy may yet rob fog
bound coasts and the graveyards of the
deep of their haunting terrors. 1t may
keep the ocean traveller In touch with the
worlds events. 1t may be the means of
saving vessels from disaster and their pas
sengers from death.
Evening star., 1901-12-31

Possibly some of the rich Americans who
spend their money in Europe refuse to come
home because they fear the indgnities so
frequently offered at the custom house.
Evening star., 1901-12-31

I. is to be expected as matter of course
that David B. Hill will, as usual, be one Of
those mentioned in connection with the
presidential candidacy.
Evening star., 1901-12-31

Naturally the "grabbers'' will begin to
get in line as soon as the isthmian canal
is under way. But fore-warned should be
fore-armed.
Evening star., 1901-12-31

Venezuela Is beginning to realize that the
habit of challenging all comers is an i'm
prudent one.
Evening star., 1901-12-31
SHOOTING STARS.
COuaiAtent.

(Which season do you prefer asked the
friend, summer or winter?'
1T all depends" answered Mr. Sirius
Barker as he unwound muff1er from his
neck. "In summer 1 prefer winter and in
winter 1 prefer summer
Evening star., 1901-12-31

Devery failed to retire gracefully, owing
possibly to the fact that he saw no pecun-
iary advantage in SO doing.
Evening star., 1901-12-31

Chicago and Philadelphia hope that New
York will now proceed to show just how
a large city ought to be governed.
Evening star., 1901-12-31

The Cubans are little new at electing
national officers. Give them time and they
will no doubt get on famously.
Evening star., 1901-12-31

Sir Thomas Upton hopes to win the cup,
and every admirer of honest sport hopes he
will keep on hoping
Evening star., 1901-12-31
Waking Up In New York,

Motto for statesmen, historians and 9TH
ers: Don't call names'
Evening star., 1901-12-31
Grade Crossing Dangers.
From the New York Tribune.

frOm the New 1OfK Tribune.
The movement for good roads and the ef-
forts to lessen the number of dangerous
grade crossings of the railways are both so
plainly demanded for the promotion Of the
public welfare that they should advance
side by side and step by step.
Evening star., 1901-12-31

From the New York World.
Lambs must have golden feeces when
stock exchange seats are sold for $50, 600
apiece.
Evening star., 1901-12-31

Richard Croker has concluded to let the
hired man run the farm at Vantage a little
while longer
Evening star., 1901-12-31
Bastile. of the Truat..

From the Boston Herald.
We seem to be indebted to Mr.. Charles
Francis Adams for brand-new name for
high tariffs, He calls them the bastiles of
the trusts. That's eloquent.
Evening star., 1901-12-31
A Modern Carol.

A Modern Carol.
Oh, let us all be joyous
While we may.
Though the scientists annoy us
Every day.
For they agitate the topic
OF these creatures microscopic
Till we're getting misanthropic,
Old and gray.
So now to drown our sorrow
Let us try.
Lest some microbe on the morrow
Should draw nigh
Let the song and dancing thrill us,
Let's forget that bacillus
Hopes with all his heart to kill us
BY and by.
Evening star., 1901-12-31
A Distinction.

'Is there an engagement ring?" said one
girl.
NO" answered the other. "You have
heard the phrase, a circle of acquaint-
ance?"
yes"
Evening star., 1901-12-31
A Clean slate

From the Philadelphia Ledger.
Mayor Low is introducing to the New
York public a lot OF appointees not as vet
unfavorably known.
Evening star., 1901-12-31

yIn order to avoid delays on ac-
rount of personal absence, letters to
THE STAR should not be addressed
TO any individual connected with the
office hut simply to THE STAR. or to
the Editorial or Business Depart
menfs according to tenor or purpose
Evening star., 1901-12-31
Chicago
Golden Fleece

From the Chicago Tribune
Chicago, thy name is mud.
Evening star., 1901-12-31
Well, this is one"

Busfness for the Future.
Let us not fear
That New Years cheer,
Though time may pass will fade.
Good resolu-
TionS we will view
Still waiting to be made.
dis Is purity 'bligin' Of worl'," said
Uncle Eben, "an' If you let's it git ginerly
known dat you's looking foh trouble, it's
mighty lible to 'commodate you"
Discreet.
THAT place you mention is regarded as a
sinecure," said the politician.
Then don't want it, answered the ap-
plicant. MY observation has been that In
order to hold a sinecure you've got to do
enough hard hustling in active politics to
earn the salary half dozen times over"
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26

1t was indeed disgrace to our
town to have so much drunkenness
ON Mckinley memorial day. There
were more drunks on our streets
that day than we have seen any
day in months. 1t was a shame
and an outrage. That was a worse
slur on the memory of the Pres
ident than anything that could
have been said and should be
handled rougher.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26

trecting parties were Mr. B. F,
Chapman, the barber, whose shop
is in one Of the Klapp stores, and
Miss Mary A. Hopkins, of Logan,
Ohio, who arrived on the evening
train from her northern home.
The groomto-be had secured the
license and had everything in
readiness for the ceremony and at
once went to the presiding elders
residence and were united in mar
riage.
For the happy event to take
place, Mr.. Chapman had to make
a trip north, suspending business
in the meantime, or the intended
bride had to come to De Land,
and they agreed upon the latter.
They are at present boarding at
the Volusia House.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26
A Night of Terror.

lawful anxiety was felt for the
widow of the brave General Burn
ham of Machias, Me-, when the
doctors said she would die from
Pneumonia before morning" writes
Mrs. $. H, Lincoln, who attended
her that fearful night, but she beg
ged for DR.. King New Discovery,
which had more than once saved her
life, and cured her of Consumption.
After taking, she slept all night.
Further use entirely cured her. "
This marvellous medicine is guaran-
teed to cure all Throat, Chest and
Lung Diseases. Only SOC and $1.00.
Trial bottles free at Cases drug store.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26
Chapman-HOpkins.

[From The Weekly News, De Land, Fla ]
Miss Mary A. Hopkins arrived
in De Land from Logan, Ohio, on
Wednesday. The young lady was
met at De Land Jet by Mr.. B. F.
Chapman and driven to town and
on their arrival were quietly mar
ried by Rev. j. G.. A, Martin.
Mr.. and Mrs. Chapman held
"open house" at the Volusia House
Wednesday evening and entertain
ed large number of their friends
They begin housekeeping today in
the Smock cottage on Wisconsin
Ave.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26
Memorial Services.

On Thursday afternoon last the
Mckinley memorial service was
held at Rempel's Opera House,
and a number of masterful speech
es made by our fellow citizens, in
eulogy of the late president.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26
Boys! Boys!l Boyslll

Responsible families desiring a
boy to raise, or a little child by
adoption, will do well, if they can
not suit themselves near home, to
call on or write,
The CHILDREN's HOME SOCIETY,
"a West First Ave-,
Columbus, Ohio.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26

See the beautiful souvenirs to be
given away for every reserved seat
ticket purchased before 7 O'Clock
p. M, Monday Sept. 30th, by the
Harry Mack Co.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26

When figuring on Jertilizing your
farm, go to w. p. Miller, at Union
Furnace, and he toilI give you goods
and prices that feao persons can
IshQR. Give him q trial.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26

Lost.-Between Bort & Co. and
Hildebrandt's store, a gold Mac
cabee pin. Bar with pendant,
and initials V. E. H. Return to
Mrs. Victory Heft, Logan, o..
Valued as a keepsake.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26

F. Blasius & Son have more new
goods than any two stores in Lo-
gan, and can guarantee a saving
of 90 per cent. over all compet-
ition.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26
Notice.

All those indebted to f. Har-
rington are requested to call at
the First Bank and settle at once.
II. r. HARRINGTON,
Sept 26-3t. Agent.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26

Mr., Sam'l Eby, of Missouri,
has been circulating among friends
in Logan and vicinity this week.
He has not been in Ohio for 32
years.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26

Farmers, Why don't you use q
STA NDA RD Fertilizer? You can
get the best by calling on W. p.
Miller, at Union Furnace
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26
WE REFUND MONEY,

your greatest safeguard. When
ever you do not like your purchase,
you can get your money back,
quick as wink. F. Blasius & Son.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26

j. E. Polling and little daughter
Marie, of Junction City, were
guests of Mrs. W. F. Rutgers and
family Sunday.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26

Miss Eta Maynard and Miss
Clara Boardman of Worthington
were guests of the family of Mr..
F. W. Rochester, Sunday.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26

The Messrs. Waterman of Col
umbus, were the guests Of their
cousins, Misses Fannie and Alma
Keynes, Sunday.
The Ohio Democrat. (Logan, O. [Ohio]) 1886-1906, 1901-09-26

Miss Mabel Thacker, who has
been the guest of Miss Rhea James
the past month, returned to her
home in Springfield, Wednesday.