The Washburn times. [volume] (Washburn, Wis.) 1896-1976, 1902-01-23
ROOSEVELT is A RIDER
How He Has Checked the Auto
MODELLING Fad In Washington.
HORSEBACK RIDING THE VOGUE

Ehe Presidents Partially For II
Has Given That E0rnr OF Recrea-
ton Boom In the Rational Cap
Him a Special Mark of Favor.
i President Roosevelt has dealt
heavy blow to the fad of automobiling.
says ]. S. Henry, Washington CORE
spondent Of the Philadelphia Press.
He and Mrs. Roosevelt have made
horseback riding the vogue. The horse
less carriage has been deserted for the
saddle. Few occupants of the White
House have set the pace so quickly as
have the Rooseyelts. Their influence
has been heaithful, and an interest In
athletics, with indulgence in vigorous
outdoor exercise. has been the result.
In this change Of the fashion and
habit Of Washington's smart set the
Roosevelts have acted their part I'M
consciously. They have merely brought
to the White House the customs and
habits of life they have always prac
ticed in their private home. What they
do is done naturally and without
thought of setting the example Of invit- \
ing Imitation. President and Mrs
Roosevelt ride horseback because they
enjoy the exercise and love the ami
mails.
The president seeks outdoor exercise
In riding and walking because he is
naturally fond of it and because it Is
absolutely necessary as a tonic and
preservative of his splendid health.
Two or three hours spent In the open
air galloping along country roads and
across open commons or trudging on
foot through the streets and suburbs
enable him to renew his spirits and re-
lieve the oppression of days work
In his office. where matters of state en-
gage his attention and politicians an
noy him at every turn.
When the weather Is fine and the
country roads are in good condition.
President and Mrs. Roosevelt go out on
horseback almost daily. They are usu-
ally accompanied by two or three
friends, and sometimes Miss Roosevelt
takes the place of her mother. After
passing the limits of the city restraint
Is cast off. and 1t is merry party that
puts the horses through their paces.
President Roosevelt usually leads In
all adventure. and where stretch CT
country affords exhibitions Of horse
manship he jumps bitches. fences and
hurdles in the shape of low bushes,
while the rest Of the party follow, en-
deavoring to take every leap OF their
leader.
Mrs. Roosevelt is, good rider and
sits her mount as safely as her distin-
guished husband. and other members
Of the family down to young Kermit,
who is wrestling with stubborn Shet-
land pony. are at home in the saddle.
1t is regarded as mark Of particu-
lar favor to be invited to lunch or dine
with the president. but those who want
to tset close to Mr. Roosevelt find their
advantage when invited to accompany
him on horseback ride. A recent ap-
pointment In Indiana has brought Sen
ator Beveridge of that state to the
front as an influential political factor.
The appointment was not in accord
ance with Senator Fairbanks judy
ment, but was insisted upon by Mr..
Beveridge Those who were surprised
at the recognition given the young man
over his more experienced colleague
believe they have found the explana-
ton. Mr.. Beveridge is frequent COM
panion of President Roosevelt on the
lattcr's gallops through the country. A
mutual love for the horse has brought
these strenuous men together.
Mr.. Beveridge is SO delighted with
his horseback outings with Mr.. Roose-
velt that ne has purchased a new
mount and few days ago brought 1t
around to the White House to exhibit
1t to the president. The latter Instant
" brushed business aside and hurried
down to the rear Of the White House.
where the new animal was in charge
of groom. He and the Hoosier sena-
tor examined the animal carefully, feel
Ing 1LS llIQDS, IO0kIuB dt lis lCeLu duO
eyes and going over it with all the airs
Of expert horse dealers. The president
commended the senator's choice. and
that afternoon gallop over the yir-
ginia hills tested the qualities Of the
new steed
When they returned, they came up
the circular driveway to the front or
the White House, and both animals
showed the effects Of their run. They
were steaming in sweat. with f1ecks OF
foam on their breast and TANKS. The
president was in high glee, his hat tilt
ed slightly to one side and to the back
and his dress showing some little dis
order from the ride But Senator Bev-
eridge was in perfect trim and could
have that moment entered the senate
chamber in his riding habit He wore
shining silk hat. which sat upon his
head as straight and exact as though
it had been adjusted before mirror.
His black frock coat was closely but
toned, his hands neatly gloved. and
when ha diSmounted at the White