Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-01-30
James Mcmillan.

The Senate today devoted itself to the de-
livery Of eulogies upon the late Senator Nc
MILAN. Few members of that body have
died leaving so many deep regrets for their
loss. and inspiring such warm praise for
activities and character. The speeches de-
livefed today in memoriam express q re-
markable sentiment Of appreciation OF
remarkable man. whose public life, though
modest and unostentatious, was helpful and
constructive, whose influence was whole
some and whose achievements were notable.
Eaving served so long and successfully as
member and chairman Of the District COM
mittee Of the Senate Mr.. Mcmillan achieved
reputation as a factor in the growth OF
the national capital which of itself did
much to accelerate the movement toward
the perfection Of the city's plans The coun-
try at large was instructed by the spectacle
OF this eminently able man devoting him
self so assiduously to the task Of presiding
over the legislative destinies Of the federal
municipality in the upper chamber Of Con-
gress 1t emphasized the fact that the cap
ital city IL the ward Of the nation. Sen
ator Mcmillan addressed himself to this
task with an intelligent view Of the infiu-
ence which q perfected Washington would
have upon the national ideals. His aim
was to evolve a District OF Columbia which,
In Its broad aspects and its practical de-
tails Of administration, should stimulate
other communities to emulation and should
quicken the civic pride of the people and
cause them to raise their eyes above the
sordid conditions which prevail with de-
plorable frequency and persistency in the
American cities.
Thus It was a great work which the
MICHIGAN for 1oi for
patience and determination. his skill and
influence finally prevailed for the solution
Of many problems and the averting of
evils which threatened the community. 1t
was one Of the greatest misfortunes which
has befallen the District when he was cut
off suddenly in the midst Of his greatest
work. the evolution after years Of prepara-
ton both direct and indirect Of plans for
the attainment Of the grand Washington
Ideal. But fortunately for both the Dis
trict and the country. Mr.. McMillan's labors
had been 80 thoroughly performed. his In
huence had SO far permeated the entire sit
uaton with regard to the national capitals
welfare. that the foundations laid by him
and his associates remain today ready for
the structure which 1t Is inevitable shall
be reared upon them.
Senator Mcmillan, however, exerted
broader influence than that which came
from his painstaking and successful efforts
on behalf OF the District. His ability was
recognized in other Hines Of legislation. and
at the time of his death he was regarded
by the leaders Of both parties as one of
the Senate's most useful members and
trusted advisers. Silent In debate he was.
nevertheless. a power in legislation, having
risen to a high committee rank. 1t was
true Of him as Of few others in public
life that he counted his friends in both Of
the parties. Although strict republican
he was beloved and trusted by his colleagues
regardless Of the division lines between Or
gandzahons. In consequence today's me
mortal services are notable in the records.
The District joins its voice to that of the
Senate in sounding the praises Of a good