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The San Francisco call., 1904-08-12
VALUED GIFT
OF LAW BOOKS
Northwestern University Is
tie Recipient of Works
on Foreign Jurisprudence
SIX THOUSAND VOLUMES
Noteworthy Library, Unique
in America, Is Open to Use
of Lawyers Everywhere

The law school OF the Northwestern
University Of Evanston. near Chica go,
has within the last year received a re-
markable gift. 1t is known as the Gary
collection Of Continental laws and juris-
prudence, and was given 70 the school
by Judge E. H. Gary, class Of 1867, now
OF New York
This collection is Of unequaled scope
and value among the libraries of the
country, the only other library equipped
with Continental codes and decisions
being that Of the Harvard law school,
which contain decisions Of seven coun-
tries. In the Gary collection there are
twenty-One independent countries rep
resented-Austria- Hungary. Belgium.
Bulgaria, Denmark. France, Germany
Greece, Italy. Luxembourg, Monaco,
Montenegro. Netherlands, Norway. Por-
tugal. Roumania, Russia, Servia, Spain.
Sweden. Switzerland and Turkey, being
the entire continent Of Europe.
Already the purchases number 5000
volumes. The contents Of the collec-
ton for each country include the codes,
or systematic legislation. and the stat
utes, all in the original language, with
their translatiOns into other languages,
decisions Of the highest courts, leading
law journals and legal and historical
treatises- A preliminary catalogue has
already been printed. 10 be followed by
one that viii be more complete
Generous aid in the formation of this
unique collection has been given by
Continental editors. publishers. libra
rlans, professors and by the foreign
CCnsuls IN Chicago and their legal ad-
Visers-
WHAT CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED.
What are the objects TO be accom-
plIshed in the establishment Of such a
department IN a law school library?
one IS TO suggest ampIer courses OF in
strUcrion in comparative legislation, TO
promote broader legal thinking and 10
increase the knowledge of international
law. Another, inasmuch as American
Jurisprudence is rooted in the history
OF the Teutonic nations. is TO induce
students 10 investigate thoroughly the
early legal ideas OF Germany and Scan
dinavia- Thirdly. and Of paramount i'm
pOrtance, daily legal practice viii be
continually helped by this collection
The vast immigrant population OF
the Central West and Northwest de-
mands much aid IN Chicago alone the
foreign born population numbers-not
including British born and those Of
foreign parenta age-452, 900. There are
BGhemians. So, 900; Dutch, 5000; Poles.
go. 900; Danes. &c, 00Os Hungarians, 5000;
Germans. 10000; Italians, 16, 600; Rus
SLAMS. 3, 900; Norwegians, p, 900;
Swedes, 4s 600, and various other na-
tiOnslities, 40. 00o- Legal questions con-
srantly arise concerning inheritance.
marriage, commercial rights, military
service and many other interests upon
which the resident attorney needs TO
obtain a thorough understanding OF
existing European law without con-
sultng a foreign attorney. Time and
expense are thus saved and a more
intelligent handling OF the case be-
comes practicable
The San Francisco call., 1904-08-12
ANIUSHrENTS
Gigantic Musical BurIesque-

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FLOSSIE HOPE. RICE and CADT BOBBY
NORTH EDWIN CLARK. BEN DILLON
LIONEL LAWRENCE
sUPERB CHORUS OF 40 VOICES
Marinees Sar and Sun--San1s Popular Price.
Date fxed-Nsxt Attractfor. Mondav Aux
r. THE NHECSER-PUSCH-" An Orig
inaI up-t0-date Musical Burissqus.
The San Francisco call., 1904-08-12

Ye Olde English Inn,
IA Mason ST Music by the great Pan
American quartet
The San Francisco call., 1904-08-12
Weak Men and Women

CHOULD USE DAMIANA BTTTERs. THa
OCreat Mexican Remedy. gives health and
strength 70 sexual 0rganA Depot. - MAzk8l.
The San Francisco call., 1904-08-12

A lady whose home is out of San Francisco
after reading our ad. about this
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

illustration This elegant creation is
of oyster white satin, princess in Of
feet
The entire gown over tie satin fouu
dation is made up of inset pieces 9;
tucked satin connected with herring
bone stitch done in heavy white Gre
clan floss. 10 bias folds Of satin are
attached long silk frinees which az In
tervals ornament both skirt and waist
\ dress Of this design could be hap
PLY carried out in one of the dainty
shades of pastel wolfe and trimmed
with the fashionable macrame fringe
so much used at present
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

"You forgot to 4. '" NAcHEN'
speak to the president about Machen, !"
said this friend as the two were leav-
ing Mr.. Cieveland's presence.
That's So" said the governor, who
thereupon turned back.
lis that man still herey' exclaimed
Mr.. Cleveland. fondling the little curl
npon the top of his forehead, as was
his wont when In perplexity, when
Governor Campbell brought up the
subject of an appointment for Mr..
Machen.
Mr.. Cleveland was IN brown study
for moment. Then he opened draw
er of his desk and glanced at some pa
pers.
Il see there is a place as superintend-
ent of free delivery at S2.5oa a year"
said the president Would Mr. Mschen
take that 5"
Take it? He'd take anything you'd
offer him." said the governor. Try
him and see" And so Mr. SIacsen
snaeh.
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08
MARYLAND'S NEW SENATOR
IHidor Rayner, Who Was Counsel For
Rear Admiral SchIcy

lsidor Rayner, who has just been
elected United States senator from
Maryland to succeed Senator Louis f.
McComas, the present incumbent, is one
of the most famous lawyers of the
state and an orator of renown.
Senator Rayner Is best known to the
country AT large as Rear Admiral
Schleys counsel during the investiga-
ton in 1901 of that officers conduct in
the Spanish war. Born In Baltimore in
1850, he was educated at the University
of Virginia, in 1871 was admitted TO the
bar and for many years has been 4
prominent figure in public life.
Mr. Rayner soon became known in his
native city as brilliant lawyer He
was elected In 1878 to the legislature.
where the announcement that he would
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

Senator Mitchell has had nearly TWEEN
" years experience In the upper house
of congress and is now serving his
fourth term, which began in March,
1901. His last election, however, was
only accomplished after an exciting
contest. in which fifty three ballots
were taken, the result up to the last
moment being doubtful. He believes
there is a great future for the northern
Pacific states and that the Lewis and
Clark exposition win aid greatly In
their development.
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

Rear Admiral b. F. Lamberton. who
has been relieved from command of
the south Atlantic squadron because of
failing eyesight, was Admiral Dewey's
chief of stan during the memorable
fight Mt Manila bay and occupied the
coming tower during that engagement.
While in the Philippines Rear Admi-
raj dhen Commander Lambrrton was
responsible for Joke that greatly
amused the fleet. one day he sug-
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08
AN ELEGANT CREATION.
White satin GOWN OrnAmcnted with
SIken FrtnEes.

The gowns Of today have certainly
reached the height ~ all their sartorial
greatness and glory. Extravaganza,
plctureslucncss and grace are blended
in the modes of the moment with q
perfect sense Of proportion and beauty
DeyUtec> Of fashion are supposed TO
be reveAn4 in m"distic simplicity, but
It is about the most expensive example
Of The simple dress" the coutouriere
can devise OF the clients I.ockcth"ok
withstand
Along tho lines Of up Il date sim
plicity come, jho gown shown in thu
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

Sst'S L'Nl 10 AulLlEaA
Dewey TINT two
captured Spanish
eunDoats should be
given good Ameri-
can names. He no.
ticed that In the
navy department at
W d shington the
very coumentlable
custom of naming
ships after colleges
and universities had
been adopted. Two
GbittS had alrnoJU
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

years experience III
the London house
of ]. T. Morgan &
Co. has put the fin
fishing touches on a
business education
begun as soon as he
left Harvard.
Jack Morgan, as
ne Is called by his
intluates, has his
fathers faculty for
getting through a
lot OF work in a
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

Stockmen and ranchers desiring to
lease school land can secure Informal
ton concerning terms, etc, by inquiring
Of the county treasurer or writing Nor
man Jackson, chief clerk state board
of land commissioners. Boise, Idaho.
Feb. 1S-Nar. IS.
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

ph 'tilAa tNS- tllf tttl
visa bility OF extend
ing government apl
20 the enterprise.
Senator Mitchell
is a native Of Penn
sylyanin, where ne
studied law and
was admitted TO the
bar. subsequently
he went 90 Califor-
mia and la 1860 re
moved tn Portland.
He was for "A time
district attorney of
Portland and later
served four years in
the state senate. the
last two as presi-
dent of that body
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

Senator J Il. Foraker Of Ohio, whose
bill to amend the antitrust law brought
che statment from Attorney General
Knox that the measure did not have
the approval of the administration. is
a veteran OF the civil war and stead
fast friend OF the soldiers Of the six
ties,
On one occasion when the committee
ON military affairs. of which Senator
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

several heads Of departments, his at
tenuon was called 10 il. 1t bore il
good sized type these words: Hon
Samuel NJ. Jones. Mayor"
The mayor arose. deliberately took
out his pocketknifs, cut out the Hon. +"
returned the knife 10 his pocket and
went on with his discussion, The may
or Is called Golden Rule Jones be
cause the only rule for the government
OF his factory is the Biblical injunc.
ton: Therefore, whatsoever ~ would
that men should 10 unto you. do y
even 50 unto them
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

y. W. Machen, former superintendent
Of the free delivery service. whose
trial for alleged Irregularities In his
office has attracted much attention.
was appointed by President Cleveland
in 1898, and, according To report, the
appointment came about In this way:
Machen had once been assistant post
master at Toledo. and when the De
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

where else. Al Il recent cabinet meet
ing lie devoted four sentences to giving
his views ON reciprocity with Canada.
srhe president listened in amazemcnt.
When Mr.. Cortelyou was through Mr..
Roosevelt exclaimed, why, Cortelyou.
your loquaciousness is positively bru-
tai
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

ipeak always filed the galleries during
The one term that he served In 1NsG he
was elected 10 congress ma was twice
reelected. He declined 70 serve fourth
term and after having played 2 con
Spieuous part during the six years II
his service retired in 1892 Seven years
later he was elected attorney general Of
Maryland.
In August, 1901, Admiral Schley
asked Mr., Rayner 10 represent him at
the naval inquiry arising cut of the
eampson-Schley controversy, and Ray
ner accepted and in the trial added
greatly to his fame as lawyer and ord
or.
Advertise in the Lewiston Evening
Teller, it brings good results
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

iil1tI AZ } II llliiipllru
he went to Wash
incton looking for
u job. one day. aft
or weeks had gone
b., Governor Camp
bell of Ohio, a warm
supporter Of the
one time assistant
at Toledo, visited
the White House,
accompanied by Il
friend.
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

followers, he comes
nearer living up to
the principles advo-
Gated In his favor
fte preeept than any
man in public or
private life He is
Intensely democrat
D. and has no use
Dor frills, as this
9neident illustrates:
gust before New
Years some hand
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

penrance the younger Morgan also Is
like his sire, being mighty in frame,
SIX feet two in height. with chest
which is and glrth which promises to
he ample. His eyes are small and full
of shrewdness, but hls other features
are large. Both In business and out Of
it his reputation is that of good fell
low
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

HE"T , 1UfII' HHIIU- MANUR :. n FNNFS,
same charts and
sskndars were issUsd in Toledo. giving
the NAMES Df al! the city officers. one
OF these calendars was hung In the
mayors nttice. and few days ago.
while he was discussing affairs Oish
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

Do YOU notice our war stories. They
are the best because people tell us so!
You want the war news? Well I guess
youIl have to read The Teller.
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

Foraker is a mem
Der. was consider
ing bills to correct
the records of sol
tliers. there " n s
some sympathy ex-
pressed for pension
applicants no had
u q On disqualified
through TECHNICAL
ties. Il know how
n is. sand Senator
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

The return to this country of J. p.
Morgan. Jr., Is thought to presage the
early retirement Of his father and the
succession of the younger man to the
control of the great Morgan interests.
Young Morgan has been reared in an
atmosphere of finance. and his several
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

had their names changed to the Yale
and the Harvard, and he thought the
same custom should be followed In re-
christening the Callao and the Leyte.
He suggested that the Callao be given
the name Massachusetts Institute of
Technology and the Leyte the Penn
syivanIa College Of Physicians and Sur
geons.
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

can dig it out IN few seconds.
On the iioOr Of the exchange he holds
an unlightcd cignr between his lips,
and 1t Is believed that a combination
of the tilt Of that cigar ana the position
OF his derby hat carries Information to
his brokers Up to "a couple Of years
ago Mr.. Study lived in Providence and
was almost unknown on the New York
Cotton Exchange
Lewiston evening teller. [volume] (Lewiston, Idaho) 1903-1911, 1904-03-08

Foraker y might by debarrcd myself
II | applied for pension
"Nhea / tried 10 enlist was only
sixteen years old They told me that
sIghteen years was the limit. / want
sd TO sct into the army, and, As / look
sd to be older than | was coutlded
Rny troubles and my desires to an old
sergeant who was attached TO the re-
sSuiting Office Here nc said, you
take this ctiail, aud. mark rs" on the
soles Of your shoes. Then. when the
sseruiting officer asks how old you are,
you can say you are over eighteen. 1t
WAS quite stretch for my conscience.
but | did it just the same anr was
auly enrolled as eighteen years Of age.
Aow, my record ia the field is all right.
but my official record Is not, and there
Bore might have a lot of trouble II
tined to get a pension"
Mayor Samuel NJ. Jones of Toledo,
o., better known as Golden Rule
Jones, is one OF the most picturesque
ngurcs In the whole country Accord
ing to the testimony Of his friends and
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-12-08
FOREIGN COMMENT ON MESSAGE.
German and French Papers Forecast New
Policies Toward South America.

Berlin Dec. president Roosevelts state
rnents in his message to Congress concerning
the Increase Of the United States navy, the
preservation Of order in the Latin-American re-
publics and insistence upon the peace of JUS
lice" are considered by the newspapers as de-
fning the American aims IN relation to other
countries more clearly than ever before. Those
portions Of the message treated indi-
eating the development Of the United States as
first class naval power, with all-inclusive am
billions regarding the Western Hemisphere. AL
though, one paper remarks. 1T is not easy to
harmonize cannon and ethics, the President
tries hard 10 do SO" Contrasts are drawn be-
tween the arbitration treaties being negotiated
oe'Veen the principal powers, while the ship
building works and gun foundries were never
50 oufy. The prevailing tone of the editorials IS
Hietghluon Of the fact that the United States
= entering upon serious work in Central and
South America with an occasional cynical re-
mark
Fafs, Dec, President Roosevelts message
" congress- is widely commented upon here.
ne Temps and the journal des Debats' de-
.oee 70 Il leading articles of a rather critical
- - X Both newspapers point out the extension
- '-g Monroe doctrine and the increasing role
affairs ''''e ~ ''''' Ia 'ioii"i
ZONE Dec. The newspapers of this city
pM' long comments on the Message of Presi-
u7A' roosevelt and particularly upon his discus
son OF the subject OF regulation of immigra-
aoA. The "Gornale dEalia" SAYS the MESSAGE
Aas me merltof coherente. and that Italians as
eNhole. have Nothing to lear from any measure
U cessation tiat aims merely TO restrict inrni-
grafton TO those who are Industrious and hon
est The paper INSERTS. however, that there is
tendency on IN, part Of tae majority of the
american people tt demand RESTRICTIONS that 90
beyond the points hlicated
Inc Italia says he Message gives clear and
rank notice to ltatan immigrants. who are
generally Industrious. but anon whom tbara
are sometimes dangercas elements
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-12-08
CONTROL OF RED CROSS.
Bill Propiding for Reincorporotion
Introduced by Senator Proctor.

Washington Dec. Tn accordance with the
recent reorganization of the American National
Red Cross Senator Proctor introduced a bill
to-day providing for the repeal of the present
charter and a reincOrporation. The measure
authorizes the creation in the District Of Co
lumbia of body corporate and polite by
committee of fifty or more persons. headed by
Clara Barton and including nearly all OF those
who opposed Miss Bartons course as president
1t is provided that this body corporate shall
include five other persons, to be named by the
President of the United States. from the depart
1nents of State, War Navy Treasury and JUS
tice in order to insure government supervision
The governing body shall consist of central
committee numbering eighteen persons 70 be
amounted as follows; Six by the incorporators,
and twelve by the President Of the United
states one Of whom shall be designated by the
president as chairman. When six or more state
or territorial societies have been formed they
viii be permitted to name six members of the
central committee and the President six instead
of twelve members. go
The first meeting of the society if the bill is
enacted will be held on the first Tuesday In
December 1905 Voting by proxy shall not be
allowed Fifteen members OF the central com
mittee VIII constitute a quorum.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-12-08

pIace to-day. when ex-Judgc Alton II. Parker ap-
n,ared for the first time in more than nineteen
years TO argue case before that court from whose
nrcsifiop indyesnip he resigned last Summer 70 &c
rent the Democratic nomination for the Presidency
OF the United States. 49,,
Associated with Mr.. Parker as counsel for the
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-12-08
NEW SENATOR'S HUMBLED
Knor and Crane Begin Service in
the "Primer Glass;
IFRoM THE TRIBUNE BUREAU. !

Washington. Dec Two men of ample
means. scholarly attachments and national rep
utaton have become members of the highest
legislative body in the land Philander c. Knox
of Pennsylvania. after exceptionally
cessfu career as Attorney General and Win
throp MURRAY Crane, of Massachusetts. after
A notable career as Governor of his STATE were
sworn in as members of the United States SEN
ate Immediately after that body met yesterday.
To-day both men. whose abilities aud means
have always in the past procured for them the
good things of life are sadly contemplating
the text whatsoever exaIteth himself shall be
abased" The process of initiation began yes
terday when both Senators were assigned to
seats in the extreme rear Of the~S'CheToke5
Strip" the name given to that small section
ION the Democratic side of the Senate occupied
by Republicans. To-day the process proceeded
with expedition. The close of The days session
found the two eminent statesmen ruefully con-
tenoplating the 6 by 8 committee rooms. three
stories below the level of the Senate floor,
which had just been assigned to them. The
lowest tier of Offices in the Capitol is technically
known as 1.-The Terrace" and popularity called
the "sut5scelIar" There the interested visitor
from Pennsylvania or Massachusetts will find
the favorite son of his State from now until
the new Senate Office building Is completed. un-
less vacancies In the Senate may sooner re
lease more desirable rooms.
New wine Is always stored there to age" was
the only explanation vouchsafed by one Of the
new Senators, who suggested that the location
was not exactly healthfuI."
Early next week the process Of humblng new
men viii be completed 10y the Committee on
committees. After 1t has done It's work Ser2+ors
Knox and Crane will find themselves assigned
10 seats at the foot OF the tables IN few oI the
less important committees and chairmen OF com
mitte,s of which few outside of the Capitol ever
heard.
In explanation of all this It should be said
that the rule of seniority s ironClod ii the Sen
ate ana each Senator must take his place at the
foot OF the ladder, both as to committee mem
hershiDs and the room assigned TO him. Having
begun at the bottom, some men climb faster
than others That all depends on the men them
selves and no one will hesitate TO predict that
Senators Knox and Crane will advance with eX
ceptional speed. But for the present they must
take their places in the primer class and learn
the rudIments of being Senator"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-12-08

appellant was Charles Strauss OF NeW-York, who
Las conducted thc case tIUS LIZ. and opposed -
him were John NJ aoA ers ana j. Morgan Browne.
II %ev--NOrE
Tac last case which Judge Parker argued before
the Coz u Of AuutulS was ON October ~ IS0 about
three weeks before ne appointed By Governor
lin TO the supreme Court bench
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-12-08
AID FOR GOOD ROADS.
Latimer Bill, Carrying $4,000, 900
FaUOrably Reported.

Washington. Dec. 7-Seuator Latimer from the
Committee Agriculture and Forestry. to-day
reported the bill known the Latimer Good
Roads bill" favorably 1t carries an appropriation
Of 81 10000 to be available IN three annual install
n1ents Of 100000 for road building In the States
Under the provisions OF the bill the are to
do the work OF construction and pay one-half OF
the cost, the national government paying the other
half.
The report contains discussion of the power OF
Congress TO make appropriations for roads and
cites numerous authorities and precedents in sup
port of the proposition Il also deals with the
duty of the government to aid in road building.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-12-08
PARKER BEFORE COURT OF APPEALS

Albany. Dec. One Of the most interesting cpl
sodes in the history of the Court OF Appeals took
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1904-12-08
ALASKA GOVERNMENT.
President Considering a System
Resembling That IN Philippines.
IrpoM rhE TRIpuNE nUREAU.

Upon THE TRIBUNE BUREAU
Washington, Dee. 1.-President h'oseFet ID
considering plan for the creation Oh coil'-
mission part elected and part appointed Tor the
government Of Alaska. to supersede the court
s,ste,o at present in control The scheme WILL
e. carried into effect somewhat resemble the
manner OF administration of the FhlIPpines
with the modification that the peopie Vi Tue
Territory will have a voice in selecting hah Oh
their commissioners