Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1901-12-14
WHAT'S IN THE WiND2

An editorial article recently appeared
in the pes Moines Register filing five
columns It was repugnant to the gen
eral reader because of it's great length,
but those who took the time to read 1t
found It a graceful tribute to Senator
Allison in which the writer urged that
he should be unanimously reelected
for the sixth term-that is, the demo-
Gratis should unite with republicans in
this act. 1t would be a great and de-
served compliment. This would seem to
be asking a good DEAL but the Dubuque
Telegraph, which assumes to speak for
the democracy, says 1t might be possible
) to bring it about II Allison would pledge
himself to act hereafter wholly as a
publicans believe his acts heretofore
have been chiefly in this direction, and
yet they would hardly consent to ask
Senator Allison to pledge himself in this
way to the opposition; and it is hardly
probable that the democrats could unite
In voting solidly for him.
The article in the Register has been
credited to ]. S. Clarkson, former edi-
tor OF that paper, but now resident Of
New York. In view OF this surmise,
some are asking, what is Clarkson after
now? The Des doines Capital explains
the situation and puts out feeler In
the following comment:
Tuesdays Des Moines Register con-
tanned Eve column editorial on the ca
reer OF William B. Allison. making an
appeal for the senator's unanimous re-
election. The word unanimous is meant
also to include the democrats. The ed
itorial argues that such course would
give Senator Allison additional strength
in the senate. The editorial is well
written and is reminiscent. 1t is un-
doubtedly the work of General j. s.
Ciarkscn. The circumstances render the
appearance Of this editorial from the
pen OF General Clarkson significant. 1t
has been said in whispers. that if Sen
at0rs Allison and Gear had really been
In earnest in wanting Gen. GARRISON to
be secretary of the United States senate,
Mr.. Clarkson would havebeen chosen. 1t
Will be remembered that a change of
one or two votes would have elected
him. He was opposed by a number of
New England senators, who feared the
influence of General Clarkson and his
possible cooperation With Senator
Quay were he secretary of the senate
In other words he was beaten by those
who did not desire an old-style politi-
clan. believing that to the victors be-
long the spells, in so important a place.
1t is known that General Clarkson's
friends have for years felt hone too
kindly toward Senator Allison. Hence
the appearance of this editorial at this
time occasions remark. The editorial
has not been widely seen as yet nor
widely commented upon, but will when
1t reaches the politicians attract con-
siderable attention. It may mean that
General ClRrkson is q candidate for a
cabinet place or ii may not mean any
thing more than the return OF the news
paper spirit to the general and the de-
sire to write a readable article. 1t is not
likely that the suggestion of the unani-
nous vote for Allison will be adopted.
There is democratic party In Iowa, as
there always has been. Even the mug
wumps are not for Allison. The sena-
tor has not attempted to please them.
tho his public career would entitle him
to their support. He has never been a
bitter partisan; has never called any
hard names, has been and is a patriot.
His word is good. Nobody disputes it.
He IL the best all-around friend Of the
United States at present hold seat
In the senate. But the mean and selfish
men are asking what was "Rett's"
purpose?
While resident Of Iowa, and as edi-
tor Of the Register. Mr.. Clarkson won
deserved fame, and has many friends
here who would be glad to see him oc-
cupying . responsible government posi-
ton; yet Iowans. as a rule, are more
pleased with and more inclined to favor
those who are loyal to the common