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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
The War News.

SO far from abandoning their work in the
middle of Manchuria in order to hasten the
fall of Port Arthur. the Japanese have evil
IDENTIFY held strictly to their program of
forcing KuropatkIn either to fight de-
cisive battle or to fall back farther along
the railroad toward Mukden and Hardin.
The reports of the recent fighting around
Lao Yang show that the Japanese armies
there have not been weakened to any APP
probable extent for the reinforcement of
the assailants at Port Arthur. On the con-
trary there is evidence of additional troops
having been organized into formidable
thanking column on the west side of the
railroad line. The dispatches from st.
Petersburg indicate that this force is being
anxiously watched by the Russian generals.
and that they are considering the advisable
ity Of a general retreat toward Mukden in
consequence of its activity.
The report from Tokyo that the railroad
line between Lao Yang and Mukden has
been'cut lacks confirmation. Indeed there
is no diminution of the volume of the tele-
graphic messages which are going north
from Lao Yang indicating that if the Jap
anese have cut the railroad they have either
neglected to cut the telegraph lines as well
An impossible assumption-or have exc
very lately. If it Is true that the line Is
cut and that Japanese force now holds
the road to Mulden Kuropatkin must either
cut his way through that army in retreat
or fight to finish at Lao Yang.
ST. Petersburg acknowledges that all the
outlying defensive positions around Lao
Yang have been abandoned and that con-
centration of Kuropatkin's army at the city
itself is in progress. This shows both a
tendency toward further mastery retreat
ing and an acknowledgment of the super
iority of the japanese forces. If the Rus
sian commander succeeds in extricating his
army reasonably intact from Lao Yang
and places it at Mukden or some strong
position between there and Lao Yang the
war will be further prolonged. If on the
other hand he is checked in his retreat and
forced to fight, the greater numbers of the
Japanese leave no room for doubt of the
capture or humiliation of his army. In
that event it is difficult to see how Russia
can continue the campaign.
That the fall Of Port Arthur is now only
a question of time cannot be questioned.
But how long it can withstand the remark
able assaults of the Japanese, who are
seemingly Indifferent to their losses, remains
to be seen. Some reports suggest that the
capture of the stronghold is a matter of
only very few days, while others indicate
that the Russians can hold out two months
longer. Apparently the Russian govern
ment has abandoned all hope of the succor
of the place and Is merely anxious that its
capture should cost Japan as heavily as
possible.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

day most generally admired by the people.
The World has made no reply to this In
dictment, unless. indeed. 1t was contained
In yesterdays issue in the form OF the
regular weekly music supplement" That
four-page sheet was no less than repub-
1ican marching song, so styled. under the
title, 1--WE Want Teddy Four Years More.
Surprise rose to amazement when on the
title page, blazoned in letters forming part
Of the very photographic design, were to be
seen the words, written Especially for
the New York World" There could be no
mistake about 1t. Nor was the song itself
susceptible of sinister Interpretation. 1t
rang true to the republican doctrine and
candidate. No Parker man. heart and soul
for him of Esopus could sing that song
feeling that 1t was making democratic
votes. Now surely 1t is up to the World
to explain, first the charge of its accuser
who declares that it quoted Mr.. Roosevelt's
words in order to help him, and next this
song sheet.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
Jerry Simpson.

1t is sad news that comes from New
Mexico. Jerry Simpson. now a resident of
the territory, aspired to the democratic
nomination for delegate in Congress, but
was defeated. Mr.. Simpson apostasized at
the wrong time. POpuliSm, which was his
early love. is getting to be clipper again
under Tom Watson's leadership. and there
may be something in it for its votaries But
fortune otherwise has been good to Mr..
Simpson. When he set out ten or a dozen
years ago to reform the world he had
plenty of time for his mission. His theories
composed the bulk of his possessions. There
was nothing else to occupy him. Now he is
in snug circumstances and is able to look
the world serenely in the face. And it is the
same old world, without a trace of any re-
form he ever advocated.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
Chairman Cowherd,

Maybe Mr.. Belmont and his friends will
do something for Chairman Cowherd later.
Probably they are waiting, as Mr.. Davis Is
thought to be. for an exhibit warranting
an investment. The New Workers. are a
canny lot In their political activities. The
sucker is not found until you get as far
down as men of the Devery type, who in
vest money for advertising purposes. Men
like Belmont and Sheehan get all the ad-
vertising they care for in the ordinary
course of affairs. 1t is not for a moment
to be supposed that there is any lack of
money in democratic circles. Everything
warrants the assertion that the managers
are flush. and know where to put their
hands for more. But. as business men, who
rate everything commercially, they demand
an invoice before they draw a check
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
A Bad Day.

Yesterday was not a good day for the ad-
yocates of the automobile as a sare ma
chine In fact, 1t was a particularly pao
day. 1t resulted in the death of three peo-
pie and the serious injury of eight. Ana the
record may not be complete at that. worst
of all the disasters was that at st. Louis,
whore racing machine, driven at very
high speed on a track ran into the enclos-
ing fence and killed two people standing
outside of the racing way and badly hurt
its driver The explanation given Is that
the dust raised by the leading machine
blinded the chauffeur and caused MIN 10
swerve into the fence. At Springfield, ONO.
an automobilist was found dead under MS
car, which bore signs of having been sent at
top speed when the accident occurred. AT
Newport an automobile collided with
wagon and threw four people against a
tree badly hurting them. AT 1onkers. N.
Y, an automoblist tried to cut around
buggy in a roadway and upset it, throwing
a woman to the ground and seriously In
turing her. At Atlantic Highlands, N. j.,
an automobile was overturned in an effort
to avoid q collision with carriage and
the two occupants were badly hurt. Be
sides these casualties a Newport chauffeur
was Jailed for excessive speeding and
New Jersey man saw his new machine ex-
plode.
The truth Is that the automobile Is
delicate machine which calls for the most
careful handling. AS a racing device 1t Is
especially dangerous. 1t has the power
and speed of a locomotive and the least
swerving from its course is attended with
perious consequences. On the road or the
street it can be handled with admirable ac-
curacy If under perfect control and In the
hands of the expert it is susceptible of
perfectly safe management. But the
licensing laws are not sufficiently strict and
tie levers are entrusted to inexpert
operators who fail to realize the response
bilities attaching to such role. They
take desperate chances for the sake or
pinching the minutes and the seconds The
owner OF the machine, when running 1t
himself. feels that he is not getting the
full value of his investment If he does not
crowd on the speed at every opportunity
and CUT corners and dodge pedestrians and
other vehicles with the narrowest possible
margin. The wonder is that there are not
more accidents, and yet the record is APP
palling as 1t stands.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
Mr.. Hill as Martyr.

c,.e,,ar toys hath no poltician than this.
that he give his political life for his cam
tlidate.
David r. Hill claims this crown OF MAR
,r,or, AssaiIed by the independents OF
New York, who threaten opposiuon W
Indigo Parker because of his intimacy with
the candidate. badgered by IamfnahS'
which threatens opposition II hin "i'''i
is nominated for governor, the sage "
Iyolfar,'s Roost announces retirement from
political leadership at the close Vi '''e
rr.sort year. He SAYS in effect to the one
crowd Turn in and work for Parhet.
and have no fear of encounterihs hie III
case of his election" To the other crow
he says. Help put democrat IN the ci'.'''
Mt Albany. and promise you not to maniP-
uIate him to any ends of mine. oou'i' ''''
out on and after January lst
Though well Intended. this anhouiicehfe,.
betrays the weakness of the deniocia'''
situation in New York 1t goes 10 coh'i' n'
ia. ranorts of the distrust of Judge Parker
in his own party. 1t strengthens susp'0' "
of his snnelessness Surely things are n
bad shape when Mr.. Hiii leeis II H ~,
cary in the party's behalf to assure the
people that he has no designs on MS =.
r. 1ud,e Parker were the leader he IS
held up 10 DC ny
salf-effacement would be required. hei-
anca would be on the candidate. beset aS ne
,,iebt he by a thousand temptations ana
bad advisers
Tot ne take Mr.. Hill at his word. ana De-
,io,,o that he means we'll for his friend
-ould no efYace himself? He was porn
nolitician. The opinion prevails IN NE"
York that his first wall as an infant was III
tho form of a stump speech, and his hek'
q call for a caucus. He thinks, eats, driuhs
and dreams politics. Without FANNY III
different to society," he gives his Whole uiiie
to the law and to the party OF "hlch a.
home he has for years been both the thinh-
inc and the acting head. How could ne. a
,-iporous man of sixty. efface himself, Win
a democrat In the White House as the re-
sult of his efforts, and another in the STATE
bouse at Albany right under his nose: ne
might not care for office for himself, out
be would be the power behind the throne
at both points.
The anti-Hill cry in New York in demo-
cratic circles is largely cant and hypocrisy
But for Mr. Hill there would today pc no
Parker The nomination at ST. Louis would
have gone elsewhere, and on platform
more Objectionable probably than the one
built at that twenty-four hours or JaDper
and turmoil, The Artful Dodger has
brought in the wipes" Why should MT.
Fagin denounce him and threaten him with
the notice?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

by some of Judge Parker's supporters.
Great good will have been accomplished,
they declare, even If the st. Louis ticket
Is defeated. A fairly satisfactory union or
the two democratic factions has been eff
fected. and this of itself will inspire good
hope for 1908.
But has such union been effected? Mr..
Bryan does not talk like it, nor do the gold
democrats. The Nebraskan. in the frank
est terms. adyertises a new crusade as soon
as this election Is over. Regardless of the
November result. Mr.. Bryan will take the
field and begin organizing his friends for
fight for state socialism. How many OF
them will respond Is question. But it is
certain that no gold democrat will. Called
to choose between Mr.. Bryans new pro-
gram and republicanism, the gold demo-
Gratis. to a man, will make the choice they
did in 1896 and 1900
If Judge Parker is defeated everything In
the democratic household will be chaotic
again. He will probably drop out of fur
Their political consideration, and new man
be sought, and new issues also. by what Is
called the conservative wing of the party.
Personally Judge Parker will not have
been injured. He will simply return to
the law and will become prominent
figure at the bar. 1t is easy to imagine him
locating in Greater New York at the head
Of a law firm, and thriving, as other de-
feated candidates for political Office have
done. Mr.. Bryan's philosophical para
phrase of tender sentiment applied to
himself will soothe Judge Parker He will
feel that 1t was better to have run and
lost than never to have run at all. A
presidential nomination is pretty big
thing in itself. as is shown by the effort
that some pretty big men make to secure
it. Of course, Judge Parker wants to win.
and the managers of his campaign will
strive to win. but failure is not absent from
their thoughts
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
Some Parker Reflections.

John w. Spencer. prominent democratic
politician OF Evansville. Ind, recently paid
his respects to Judge Parker at Rosemount.
Interviewed upon his return home. Mr.
Spencer spoke as follows as to the candl-
date:
His whole action, manner and bearing
show him to be a lovable man with purity
OF heart and honesty OF purpose, so much
so that the magnetism in him is very per-
ceptible. He Is neither optimistic nor pes
simistic. His statements are conservative.
One statement OF his struck me with great
force. It was: II can be the instrument,
not the means. of bringing together the
descendants Of our great party 1 will have
been useful to my country. for 1t Is only
through the advocacy of democracy that
constitutional government will be main
tanned "
Mr.. Spencer was asked what Judge
Parker referred to when he spoke of the
"discordants Of our great party" He said
that he understood him to refer to the dis
sensions that had arisen over the issues OF
the past eight years. all Of which he hoped
his nomination would set at rest.
One hears this same sentiment expressed
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
Christianity Not Expiring.
From the Baltimore American.

There has been q recent summer revival
Of discussion on the question whether or
not Christianity Is dying out, whether the
church as it stands today Is as potent an
influence In the affairs OF the world as Il
was one century or two centuries ago.
Such discussions are by no means uncom-
mon, and their frequency leads to the sus-
picion that the men who start them do so
for the purpose OF gaining little noto-
riety or OF leading people to believe that
they hold advanced and radical views on
the question. The weakness Of majority
OF those who argue that the Christianity
Of today shows backward and downward
trend comes from their failure to recognise
the changed conditions under which the
modern church Is working, the new Geld It
has discovered for its labors and the more
varied results 1t aims to secure. Overlook
Ing these things. taking no cognizance OF
the changes that have come with the years
most Of the arguments they present tan to
the ground.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
What's Thisp

printed a double-page "open letter. to
President Roosevelt. ostensibly attacking
him ON his record by quoting phrases from
his public utterances purporting to show
his strenuous. militant character. Imme-
diately one OF the republican dailies OF
New York chided the editor OF the World
for having betrayed the Parker cause by
giving publicity to the very qualities and
words OF Mr.. Roosevelt for which he II o.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

Mr.. Davis Is sure that the democrats
will carry West Virginia, and Mr. Fair
banks has no doubt that Indiana is safe
for the republicans. The adage about
prophet being without honor in his own
country is not carrying much weight in
this campaign
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

Mr.. Tom Lawson thinks of going into
politics. If there Is any trouble and ex-
element within reach, Mr.. Lawson is pref
ty sure to have his share of 1t.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

The champion fool election bet is reported
from st. Louis. Mo-. where a man is said
to have agreed to commit suicide If the re-
publican ticket is defeated. If his opponent
should win the wager and insist on full
nllment of its terms a controversy is likely
to ensue that will make the Shylock- An
tonic episode seem like child's play
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

There Is no doubt that the efforts of some
of the good trusts to protect themselves
are taken advantage of by a number of
pernicious corporations that flourish side by
side with them.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

Raisouli refuses to have his picture
taken because such a procedure is con-
trary to the teachings of the Mohamme-
dan faith. His determination also ham,
pers the people who are making collec-
tions of rogues' galleries.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
A Financier

I wisht I was a candidate. 80.
I'd travel 'roun' de town,
An say. Good mornin. Mistuh Jones,
An ''Howdy. Mistuh Brown" -,
I'd have roas' pork an chicken, too,
Instead of common hash.
I'd trade politeness off for votes,
An trade de votes fob cash. ~.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

The family who had no small boys in
jured on Independence day nor drowned
while bathing may account the summer a
success despite the ominous outlook for
meat and coal.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
His Resolve.

when you first entered politics. said the
young man who is looking for knowledge"
did you set out with the determination to
win at any cost?" -.'
NO." answered Senator Sorghum, II set
out with the determination to win at as
little expense as possible.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
Not Presuming,

Are you teaching that parrot to swear?'
asked the misunderstanding lady, with un.
wonted Indignation In her tone.
BLESS you, ma'am,' answered the ole
sailor. mo. indeed, ma'am. I'm taking
lessons"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
The Pie Than Binds.
From the Buffalo Times.

FrOm the BunHIO ILupB.
Let Massachusetts extend the glad hand
to Virginia. A magistrate in the last
named state holds that pies are necessities
OF life. and exempts from punishment their
vendors, though he has shown no mercy
to the luckless cigar dealers, soda-water
dispensers and newsboys who have been
hailed to the bar OF Justice.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
SHOOTING STARS.
Rested.

DO you feel rested after your vacation"
YES" replied the man of misanthropic
tendencies. After all that railway travel
and sun burn and rowing and tennis ordi-
nary work seems like blissful repose
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

David B. Hills announcement that he
will retire from politics recalls the fact
that very few people consider New Years
resolution absolutely binding.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

Prof Wiley does not hesitate to comment
on the authorizations of alcoholic beverages.
despite the arguments he is putting in the
hands of the prohibition party In this CAM
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

Mr. Oden is a little perplexed by the
problem of keeping the governorship OF
New York up to the standard at which 1t
has hitherto been maintained
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
Forgot It.
From the Kansas City Star.

From the Kansas City Star.
The London Post observes with surprise
that the democratic platform failed to de-
nounce the British expedition to Thibet. 1t
isn't too late. however, for Judge Parker
to correct this oversight In his letter of
acceptance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

Thomas Watson continues to devote his
talk to national topics despite the local
conditions in Georgia, which are crying out
for statesmanlike guidance
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

President Castro of Venezuela has his
faults. but he has managed to hold on to
his position longer than most South Ameri-
cans in his line of business.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

Neither party has ever been able to secure
a monopoly of the people who think 1t is
all over except the shouting
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

The regular program of refusing to ac-
cept any suggestions is being followed by
both sides In the meat strike at Chicago.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
Commercially Stated.

us Count Fucash engaged to your daugh-
ter?"
NO." answered Mr.. Cumrox, che isn't ex-
actly engaged. But she has an option on
him"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

Many Chinaman easily remembers the
time when he regarded Japan as a country
that didn't amount to much
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

The Sultan Of Turkey has become so ac-
customed to hairbreadth escapes that he
rather enjoys them.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
Pilgrimage.

When 1 get to the end of the rainbow some
day.
1 won't do thing but he happy and play
For there one is certain to find, We are told
A pot overfowing with glittering gold.
The journey is long. but you meet as you
go
A company large that continues to grow
It's good company, too; some are grave and
some gay.
Like those Canterbury once tempted to
stray.
But fast as you fare. still afar doth it glow,
Yet you still travel on and you sing as you
go.
when 1 get to the end Of the rainbow
some day.
/ won't do thing but be happy and play"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

OIn order TO aooid delays on account OF
personal absence, letters to IKE sTAA
should not be addressed to any indivaouai
connected with the once. tut simply %
TIE srA1. or to the Editorial or Bust
mes, DEPARTMENTS. according to tenor or
purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
Making Slow Progress.
From the PHILADELPHIA Inouirer.

From the Philadelphia Inquirer
Tom Watson has begun a personally con-
Quoted campaign. which may be expected
to reach this part of the country a few
days after the election.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29
His Best Performance.

From the New York Herald.
In David B. Hills long political career
there is nothing so gracious or graceful as
his taking off.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1904-08-29

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