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The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-04-09
THE PRESIDENT IN CHARLESTON.

YIN,
For the first time since the Civil War a President
Of the United States is the guest of the State of South
Carolina, President Rooseveits visit to the Charles
ton Exposition bringing about this condition to the
great satisfaction of all concerned.
The President will unquestionably receive all the
respectful and hospitable attentions possible to his
South Carolinian hosts. The dignity of his high of.
nee and the regard entertained for him as a man
make this certain. South Carolina will be glad to
honor herself in honoring Mr.. Roosevelt, and his re-
ception and entertainment in Charleston viii likely de-
velop into one Of the pleasantest social experiences Of
his administration.
There is little probability that the TilImans of
South Carolina will figure in the ceremonies attend
ant upon the Presidents visit to their State. So well
come a certainty increases the promise of enjoyment
both FOR guest and host. South Carolina. indeed.
should fare 30 well without the Tillmans on this oe-
casion as to strengthen her conviction that there will
be a tremendous benefit in hereafter getting along
without them altogether. The Tillmans and men of
their stripe have been Of vast injury to the State SO
4uekless as TO have honored them with high places of
responsibility and control Of State affairs.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-04-09
VOTE SHOWS BOTH
PARTIES DIVIDED.
Divergent Views in House on the
Cuban Reciprocity
Measure.

Washington, April S-The first day of the
debate on the Cuban reciprocity bill, which
opened in the House to-day, was disap-
There were no sensational clashes after the
debate was actually begun, and none Of the
bitterness which was expected to crop out
on the floor came to the surface.
The vote on the motion to go into COM
mittee of the whole to consider the bill.
however. developed the lines Of cleavage
and showed that the Democrats are quite
as much divided on the question as is the
majority.
In the division, which is regarded as
practically a test vote on the bill. ia Re
publicans and sixty-three Democrats voted
for the motion and forty-one Democrats
and thirty-nine Republicans against it. The
vote was in reality more embarrassing to
the Democrats than to the Republicans, as
the member of the minority had called a
conference for tonight, at which they de-
sired to get together on a course of action
The vote forced the hands of the Demo-
Gratis as individuals before the caucus Mr..
debate for the bill to-day in a strong
speech, which commanded close attention
from both sides of the House. There were
only two other speeches. Mr.. Newiands
the concession should not be made to Cuba
unless she were invited at the same time
to become a part Of the United States
Mr.. Mcclellan. a New York Democrat,
cent reduction for the benefit Of Cuba. but
gave notice that If the rate of reduction
was not Increased he would vote for the
bill. He contended that reciprocity was IN
while Republicans might fear it Democrats
should not.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-04-09
MAKE GOOD NOMINATIONS.

Within the past month a few nominations for the
Legislature have been made by both Democrats and
Republicans. It is probable that before the end of
June the people will have an opportunity to weigh
impartiaIly the merits of the nominees in nearly every
district in the State.
Public opinion has been aroused over the influence
OF the railroad lobby upon legislation. The upper
branch Of the present General Assembly Is weak In
this respect. A combination Of selfish interests In
both parties has enabled the lobby to exert undue
control of many bills.
this question during the coming campaign. The par
ty which names a man known to be on intimate terms
with the lobby will suffer. Good nominations will
bring their own reward. No man calling himself a
Democrat should be supported by good citizens I'M
less his record is clean. No Republican should re-
ceive the party" vote unless he is known to be abso-
lutely free from lobby domination.
There is no indication that this attitude of the
voters will be changed. Shrewd political moves on
the part Of lobby representatives will not suffice to dull
the public conscience. The machinery of a COM
placent county organization should not be used for
the furtherance OF the schemes of unworthy men.
Efforts to do so can result In nothing less than revolt.
In most counties the quality of candidates who
have been named is excellent. The ~neighbors of new
tions. In those counties where nominations have not
yet been made the character Of legislative candidates
should be the sole test Let the good work proceed.
and the next General Assembly will be entirely free
from the influence Of the lobby.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-04-09

Juries is too plainly in evidence before the communi.
ty to be obscured by such tactics. OF the three cases
brought to trial under indictments found by these
bodies the first and third resulted in the accused per-
SONS becoming fugftives from justice and the second
tence.
In the matter of the old Central Traction scandal
the statute Of limitations made it impossible that
more than ono Indictment could be found. This in
dictment was promptly returned. The list of indict-
ments returned thus far includes the names of big and
little offenders alike.
The April Grand Jury will, it is hoped, be equally
vigorous, honest. fearless and capable. In all like
Ihood, the more fully it possesses these qualities and
brings them into play, the bitterer will be the criti-
cism from the sources that have attacked the two pre-
ceding Grand Juries. This criticism, however, will
be the highest of compliments. 1t will prove that
the Grand Jury is performing Il public duty bravely.
infeXibly and effectively.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-04-09
WORLD'S-19O3-FAIR.
HOW THE ouTFir WORKS.

IT IL not surprising that the recent disclosures re
garding the manner In which their politicians pull
the wires have nauseated decent Republicans. Deceit
bad faith and mereenary motives seem to be the rules
Of Action among the men who have been exalted as
typical Republicans in this State.
II there had ever been any doubt regarding the
wisdom Of the people in defeating Joseph FIory for
the 0overhorship, the statements of Henry C. Gren-
ner and others concerning Flory's efforts to secure
the appointment as United States Marshal should re.
move them.
Mf. Grenner evidently had the mistaken impression
that Flory was exactly what he seemed. Mr.. Gren-
per promised to bear the expense Of a campaign for
the Republican Congressional nomination in the
Tenth District on condition that Flory would not be
side-tracked by promise of a Federal appointment.
Fjory proposed to use this promise of money as a club
70 get the United States Marshalsbip. National Com
nitteennan Kerens seems to have been in the deal and
suggested to Congressman Bartholdt. the threatened
nan, that the appointment be made-this after
Colonel Kerens is said to have declared that the place
should go to the country.
MI. Grenner also tells interesting news when he
mentions that after Mr.. Bartholdt had refused to help
Charles F. Wenneker toward the appointment as In
fernal Revenue Collector, he telegraphed to the sue
cessfui wenneker, 81 did it."
Here are the two factions of Missouri Republican,.
ism represented by their chief dispensers of doctrine
be said in favor of either side. That the quarrel has
reached the stage where nothing remains concealed
must be hoped. Missouri's credit is already affected.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-04-09
FOLLOW THE GOOD EXAMPLE.

In adopting a resolution approving Circuit At
torney Folks prosecution of the bribery cases and
pledgine to him their earnest moral support in all
efforts TO bring the guilty parties TO a speedy punish
ment the Presbyterian clergymen of the city have
I manifested Il keen appreciation of their citizenship
duties.
The example thus set may be followed to the COM
munity's advantage by every good citizen. At the
present time Mr.. Folk stands with distinctness for
the honesty and decency of ST. Louis. He is leading
the fight against municipal corruption. He is the OBJ
Ject of the hatred and fear of local boodlers. A more
clearly defined conflict between the good and evil ee-
ments of a great city has rarely been waged. The
cOrruptionists are standing shoulder to shoulder in
the fight. They are spending thousands of dollars to
nullify the efforts of the Circuit Attorney in behalf
of justice.
All citizens solicitous for good government and for
the publication of the Municipal Assembly must rem
der the most willing. loyal and unceasing support
TO Circuit Attorney Folk if the fight against the cor
ruptionists is TO end in victory for the community.
The weather. element of the good citizenship class
should gladly lend financial assistance to the Circuit
Attorney. No better investment is possible for prop
crty owners and for all taxpayers than an insurance
against evil and corrupt municipal government. Funds
contributed TO further the fight against the local hood
lers are in the nature of premiums paid for such in
surance.
The local clergy are manfully supporting Circuit
Attorney Folk in his prosecution of the Doodle cases.
Their resolution indorsing the Circuit Attorney should
be as a bugle-eall rallying all good citizens into the
alignment against the thieves who have infested the
Municipal Assembly and poisoned the fountain-head
of municipal legislation. For ten years and more the
city has been at the mercy of these thieves. II the
doodle gang remain in power throughout the Worlds
Fair period they will cost the city millions of dollars
in addition to the millions they have already stolen.
The time has come to drive the thieves out of the
Municipal Assembly and to punish all bribe-givers,
bribe-takers and bribery promoters who have been
on municipal loot and plumber for a decade
past. Circuit Attorney Folk is the leader in this
fight for municipal publication. Every good citizen
should enlist for the same fight and stand unfailingly
ready to assist the Circuit Attorney in all ways pos
sible.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-04-09

Miss Lolita Lee Purdy and Mr.. Charles
Harris were married last evening at 8
o'clock at st. Marks Episcopal Church.. the
service being read by the Reverend Doctor
Brennan. Pink decorations were employed
in the chancel. combined with many hand
some palms and greens.
Tn bride, who wore a white crepe de
thine trimmed with chiffon and duchess
lace, entered the church with her father,
Nj. George Purdy. She was attended by
Miss Elizabeth Davenport as maid Of hon.
or and Miss Leonide Girault as bridesmaid.
both Of whom wore white silk null frocks
with lace. James Lowell was best man
and Charles Love groomsman. James
Trick, Charles Hounker and George Lowell
ushered.
There was TO reception after the cere-
mony. merely a gathering of relatives at
the Purdy residence, No. 4045 Page boule-
ward, after which the bride and bridegroom
took their departure for Denver?
Miss Estelle Crone. daughter of Mr.. and
Mrs. c. c. Crone. of No. 1872 Blair ave-
nue.. was married last evening to Doctor
Albert F. Koetter. the being per-
formed at s o'clock by the Reverend Father
J. s. Tracy under a canopy of smilax and
Easter lilies in the library of the Crone
home. The Misses Laura Lubke and Kath-
eryn Roster served as bridesmaids and Mr..
Charles B. Kcetter served his brother as
best man; Mr.. Z. c. Crone, the brides
brother. acted as groomsnan. A reception
followed the ceremony, after which the
young couple departed On an Eastern trip.
The bride wore an elaborate gown OF point
d'Alencon. combined with white liberty
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-04-09
FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCIENCE.

VI iI-NN
There is genuine wisdom in the utterance of NJ
Santos-Dumont to the effect that he would rather lose
than win the st. Louis Worlds Fair aerial competi
ton, since the loss would mean the discovery of q
better system Of ballooning than his own. and, con
sequently, the furthest progress yet made in aero
states.
In such an expression, also, there is the true scien
tifc spirit Of a desire for results. Santos Dumont is
devotins his life and fortune to the problem of aerial
navigation. not for the purpose of achieving personal
renown, but for the solution of the problem.
He will do his best to win the prize in the st. Louis
Worlds Fair airship contest, because he will do his
best to build and operate the best dirigible balloon pos
sib!e to him. But he will be glad to lose if some one
else builds and operates a better. The problem Of
aerial navigation will thereby be brought nearer its
solution.
Unquestionably, with this spirit a~nimating the con-
testants, the airship competition to be held at the
st. Louis Worlds Fair will be a scientific event of the
first magnitude. The earlier developments of the
competition have already attracted the worlds at
tention and excited the nveliest interest. That the
contest will prove an excellent drawing-card for the
Worlds Fair is now certain.
Better than this. however. 1t is equally certain that
it will be one of the most valuable as well as one of
the most picturesque competitions known in all
history.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-04-09

this been compelled TO respond favorasiy to
insistent encores, De March, won his great
est triumph of the night It u doubtful
now IL even Jean de Reszke would lsad
this spirited and imprisoned Italian IN 10
cal favor. And the two tGrau singers
assuredly touched the highest mark OF con-
cert achievement in the Aida" duet
As already intimated, the Apollo Club Il
self made its greatest hit Of the night with
Paul Morris Evening Bells" a composition
arranged from the Lucia" sextet and ded-
icated to this club. Here a fine test OF ex-
preston and of choral volume alike was
offered and most satisfactorily met SO
exceilently was this done that the Odeon
rang with shouts OF "Bravof" and the num-
Der had to be repeated The other Apollo
numbers were Gaibels March Of tho
Borodine's "Serenade." Mays
Gay Hearts" and 'MacDoweIfs "Dance OF
Gnomes." the latter a fantastic composition.
sung with the keenest theatric expression
The March Of the Guard was also nota-
bic for genuine artistic work. The Apolos
have improved vastly in their methods ard
the balance of tine voices is preserved with
exceptional correctness. The promise Tor
next season is bright indeed If the achieve
inert of the closing concert Of the present
may be justly taken AZ the standard set
for the future.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-04-09
APOLLO CLUBS SEASON
CLOSES WITH A TRIUMPH.

With what was probably the most artistic
concert in its history the Apollo Club last
night closed its season Of 19o1-02 before a
Dig and brilliant audience at the Odeon.
Duly remembering the admirable achieve
ment OF Mr.. Robyn and his Apollo singers.
never reaching a higher point since the
CLUBS organization than in the admirable
presentment OF Paul Morris Evening
BeHs.' l nevertheless place the greater
snare In last nights success to the credi,
OIL tne Two soiofsts-Mme. Louise Homer
and Signor Emilio de march,. contraIto and
tenor OF the Grau opera COMPANY The
ApoioS are to be congratulated upou the
generous enterprise of a MANAGEMENT that
brought these two great singers to St
Louis especially for this concert. Not in
tneir highest operatic a~ttainments have
Mime. Homer and Signor de march, given
a keener pleasure to their audiences than
IN the numbers which they chose as the
browning efforts OF last evenings entertain
ment.
1t is difficult, and perhaps unnecessary. to
decide which Of the two scored the greater
triumph. The passionate and dramatic Ho-
mer. 1t will be remembered, divided honors
with Emma Eames when the Grau opera
company produced Aida in ST. Louis. She
was welcomed last night with grateful
memories Of that delightful occasion. Her
FIRST number, the fourth in the programmes
hrst half. was the delicate cavatina of the
p16C, Aiouu 11eytTDcer Les dugueQOtS."
In exceptionally magnetic mood and raw
ishing voice, Nine. Homer instantly con-
hrmed her original St Louis triumph. Her
superb contralto filed the Odeon with its
rich tenderness and feminine Not
fully tested in the cavatina. 1t was heard
to increasing advantage in Chaminade's
"Chanson Slave" one of a song sroun IN
the programmes second half, the other two
songs being the Isl Jetais Jardiniere dAs
Cteux." also Chaminade's. and Homer's
arrangement of Tennyson's dainty Sweet
and Low"
ana then came the surprising gem of
the evening, the great contralto and tenor
duet from Aida in which Miss Homer
and Signor De march, engaged in a stir
ing rivalry for first honors. Here. too !.
1t difficult to a the award. Homer.
voice reached its fullest of tone-dentb
and dramatic fire. But De march,
sang the tenor role in a way one will NOT
forget easily. nor willingly, but his notes
being Of astonishing purity. and the robust
quality of his voice making itself apnar-
ent with the most convincing effect.
Long before this duet was reached Sipno-
de March, had won the favor of the a,di-
ence. In the aria from the first act of
Pucchini's La Tosea" his yoice-ranpe had
been demonstrated with undermine tbo--
Again in the romance. .ah, non !
credevi tu"' from the familiar ..Niynon" of
Inomas he had awakened among the older
ol MS bearers the fondest memories of gol- |
den earlier days of opera. when the norid |
method was mora IN vogue and voice-color |
more vivid and expressive. Then, shared |
WITH Nine. Homer both singers having ers ]
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-04-09
RECENT
President Jesse's Way.

Cleveland Plain 8eaIer.
The president of Missouri University is a man of energy.
and when he wants a thing done he steps right out and
makes a commendable attempt to do it himself. When the
freshmen Of his big school recently attempted to give the
sophomores a banquet. the older classes sailed in and
made a desperate effort to break up the pleasant cere-
monies. The first assault on the banquetins hall was
stopped by the police And the assaulting party there
upon drew of In good order, and built a big bonfire on
the campus. They danced about it in an IndianIfke frenzy
In preparation for the second assault 1t was at this
critical moment that President Jesse appeared. With a
wild rush he broke through the ring of circling students
and flung down the blazing logs, and then charged single
handed upon the bowling mob, and drove It across the
and down the street. THE gentlemen must dis
perse," he cried after them. but let the rowdies re-
main" But nobody remained, every blessed student
seeking safety in fight Then the victorious president re-
tired and the interrupted banquet was resumed.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-04-09

BrtoKyn EaKIe.
Our representative in Bulgaria, who has been ordered
out for not liking to have an American woman stolen and
held for ransom by Bulgarians, may leave that delectable
land In time to avoid seeing a picturesque disturbance.
Turkey is finding excuse to quarrel with her former child.
and wants a reason for invading its territory and adopt
ing 1t back again. Bulgarian bands are committing more
of their celebrated atrocities than ever, and a Turkish
agent who had been an avowed enemy of Bulgarian brig
ands has been assassinated for cutting Of the heads Of
seven noted thieves. We also hear that the Macedonian
Committee Is planning the abduction of an important for
eign Consul in Macedonia. and there are various thing, to
pay that should not ne paid. To strangers it would not
greatly matter whether Turkey reabsorbed Bulgaria
which she cannot do while Russia Is looking-or Bulgaria
annexed Turkey. They are a bad lot, both Of them, and
ought to be mapped off from the earth.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-04-09

, chiffon over ivory taffeta- The lace was
arranged in tunic fashion. The bridesmaids
wore white batiste. with tucks and inser.
ton. the blouses confined by pink tafeta
sashes, knotted fancifully at the skirt hem.
Mrs. Crone wore black embroidered silk
over azure blue taffeta giace.
After their Eastern honeymoon. Doctor
and Mrs. koetter will live at No. 3523 Cook
avenue.
At the residence Of the brides parents,
No. $500 Cote Bri1liante avenue, last even
ing Miss Bertha Weber and Mr.. William 8.
B. Weber were married, the ceremony being
performed by the Reverend Charles L.
Chalfant. pastor Of Grace Presbyterian
Church. The wedding was IN informal af-
fair. with only relatives and a few intimate
friends present. After a short trip, Mr.. and
Mrs. Weber will reside in st. Louis
The st. Louis Chapter. Daughters OF the
American Revolution, was entertained
Monday afternoon at the residence of Mrs.
Robert Wilson, No. 3s65 Delmar boulevard.
The hostesses were: Mrs. Wilson, Willard
Bartlett, II. r. O'DeIl and Edward s. Ten
Brock.
The new officers elected at the January
meeting were installed by the regent, Mrs
John w. Booth. Reports Of the National
Congress of the Daughters held In Wash
ington in February were very Interestingly
told by the regent and Mines. Bascome and
Delafield. A vocal solo by Mrs. Luyties and
a violin selection By Miss Johnston were
delightfully."- rendered The usual social
hour followed.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-04-09

Judge Douglass instructions to the April Grand
Jury should convince that body of the truth of the
exceptional opportunity for valuable public service
contained in the task which they now confront and
are about to undertake. Much has been accomplished
by the two preceding Grand Juries in the work Of
municipal publication and much remains to be done.
The community will rejoice to see the April Grand
Jury face its duty in the same spirit that was mani
tested by the December and February bodies. Such
a spectacle will mean that the fight against the Doodle
gang is to be prosecuted with unabated visor and
fearlessness.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-04-09
"Ipfant Industry Gives Itself Away.

New York Evening Post
We congratulate the infant and struggling Beet Sugar
Trust on its fattering financial statement covering the
past years operations. An increase in gross profits Of
SsssS over the previous year. on a product more than
double; the most rosy estimates for the campaign Of
1867" and not a word about any danger Of competition by
Cuban sugar, or fear OF what Congress may do-can the
oxnard who lays all this good news before the world be
the same friend OF the beet who is striving at Washing
ton to show that he will be a ruined man If Cuban
reciprocity prevails? 1t must have been some nefarious
use OF a proxy that attached his name to this annual
report As 1t stands. it is a document as awkward to the
rescuers OF the fmperiled beet as was that famous Ok
nard-Cutting circular. maintaining that beet sugar could
be proftably manufactured in this country, even II Cuban
sugar were to come in absolutely free.
The St. Louis Republic. [volume] (St. Louis, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1902-04-09
ADMITS HosTETTER LETTER.
Governor Yates Will Oppose All
Boards Packed Against Him.
REPUBLIc SPECIAL.

REPUBLIC SPECIAL
Springfield. ILL.,. April s-Governor Yates
to-day admitted writing the the letter in the
interest of Hostetters candidacy before the
State Farmers Institute. Among other
things in that connection, he said, he would
resist every attempt to pack the Seate
boards agains. the administration which
sustains them He helped to get an appro-
p~riation for the board. and says no Cover
nor can be asked to provide appropriations
which will be Systematically used for poiit-
ical attack against himself.
Governor Yates declared that he Wa s1re
Frank H. Hall did not know that his name
was to be used against Hossetter. and also
stitute was planned do not approve Of such
fractional procedure.