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The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1904-04-25
BRYAN'S LEADERSHIP
Democrat Who Thinks 1t Cannot BE
Questioned.

To the Editor OF the Indianapolis Journal:
l read to-day with much interest your
editorial the above subject. Perhaps you
will not permit a Democrat of any style or
faction the use of space to express dis
similar views. If you will. here they are:
/ am quite sure that l do not stand with
small company when 1 range myself with
those voters who do not consider Bryan as
a "discredited, discarded disorganizer.'
Who has discarded him? What has ne dis
organized? How is he dscredited?
What do you Republicans want
in an opponent? In the spirit of reason
1 ask what possible ground you have at
this date for your sweeping, forceful, yet
utterly unjust, illogical Characterization.
You are unjust because until the Democrat
ic party in national convention represent
ed has adopted different views Bryan is
clearly regular and absolutely entitled by
both precedent and party law TO follow his
present course without prejudice; you are
illogical because as a Republican Journalist
you must be well aware that Bryan when
a candidate for the Office OF President
half million voters followed the ticket TO
the polls-nearly an even half of the total
of votes cast were for Bryan.
Having said this much as a premise, now
permit me to digress-for Bryan himself
is not the issue-to argue that inasmuch
IL is generally accepted theory that
two political parties are necessary il fol-
lows a sequence that they should stand
for and proclaim different policies. For
instance. if the so-called "reorganizers'' OF
the Democratic party stand. for sound
money" they claim, then what reason
they give why the finances of the coun-
try should be turned over to their man.
agement? We have perfectly sound money
now-and the reorganizers did not estab-
lish the system II the tariff question
comes to the front. what better safeguard
ed are the reorganizers than the Bryanites?
Either wing would Individually butt up
against the public understanding that the
Wilson Democratic measure in force
when the long and painfully remembered
panic of 1S92-1SG was crushing force. IL
the Philippine accomplishment is con-
demned. If the Panama coup is re-
lied on, one wing OF the Demo-
cratic party would be as strong Tor as
weak the other. Ex-President Cleve-
land has been unjustly accredited with
having been largely responsible for that
same panic before referred to-which he did
not incite and could not prevent-and he has
been cursed for an apparent abandonment of
the party's views on bimetallism-when the
naked truth is that such views as the party
really entertained had been carefully con-
cealed In the so-caed "straddle platform"
of former times. Hence j argue-and am
surely not in isolated position-that there
are stronger reasons for staying with the
J crowd Of Democrats who supported the tick
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Morning in japan.

The ancient practice OF arising with the sun
is still kept up by many of the japanese outside
the big cities. AT 5 in the morning shojis
pushed slightly apart and bright faces look
toward the East. ''Ohayo. Ohayo!" Good morn
ing-or more literally, 1T is morning!') says
the polite japanese. and bows with great
friendliness and appreciation to the big yellow
globe pushing its way upward in the sky. A
murmurng o voices through house.
Down in the kitchen the noisy maid servant
makes herself heard. She Is scoding her little
army of assistants. for she. the chief servant
and cook has an assistant, boy Of seventeen
who, in turn, has a small boy assistant who in
turn likewise has an assistant, still smaller
boy The chief servant scods them all thor
oughy. She would like shake more energy
into their lazy, sleepy bodies. Hurry, for the
Okusama august lady of the house, will be
down presently She sends them hurrying this
way and that one 10 draw and carry water one
prepare the dining room. sweep the
verandas. open the shojis and let in the
morning sunlight and air. and she herself
sets to work upon the cooking. Thus in
the hour when the average Western serv-
is sleeping the japanese servants do
all the homework for the day. Before
breakfast the homework is done. When the
honorable lady of the house descends to the
honorable downstairs the rooms shine in cheer
full morning welcome to her; breakfast is on the
Iacquered trays which stand feet a few
inches in height Before she breakfasts. how
ever. the Okusama looks into the various rooms
with the searching eye Of the experienced
housekeeper. II all is we'll she sweetly enters
the dining room. and herself upon her
husband and parents. and pours for them the
morning tea.-onoto watanna. in Harper's
Weekly
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cts four and eight years ago than can be
urged for falling into line and closing
ranks" behind the boilers Of those years
The writer is not a worshiper OF any par
ticular individual, nor would he write line
TO condemn or discourage political inde-
pendence of thought or action. But would
maintain that If there is no greater DIFF
ference between the parties than can be
most easily described by the terms 'ins''
and cuts, then there is no occasion for
much OF a campaign, and the Democratic
may continue to be party OF negauon-
as IL has been for so much of the time since
lseO-and must patiently await the hour
when the reigning politicians commit some
egregious folly, which the trained forces OF
the Republicans will be slow 10 do.
IT. however, the forces that controlled the
Democratic party four and eight years ago
should hold together and should attack the
iniquitous system under which the govern
ment of the United States hands over to the
national banks nearly three-quarters OF
billion dollars OF paper money al one-half or
/ per cent. per year and loans them $780,
100000 besides at annual rate OF Ia per
centum-paper money which the banks then
charge the people from to per cent. per
year for of-with such an object de-
clared they would offer an interesting issue.
and vastly at variance with the existing
party of power They might not win put
the elements of a hot proposition lie IN tnat
direction: IL they the Democrats) could
formulate a clear and definite plan enureily
at variance with the existing trust-strensth-
ening system. and yet a plan containing
conservative features. they might sun pre-
sent the appearance OF a party win a nsn-
mite purpose and right 10 win: but Joo
lot of platitudes la the NeM 1orS ~, pen ID
cratic platform will not hold In leash the as-
gressiye men OF 1S96-190, nor draw tho
slightly critical conservatives from the sup
port of the brilliant galaxy OF Juggsers VINO
''stand pat in Washington ~ TALBOT
Hartford city. Ind April %.
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A TREATY WITH FRANCE.

The report comes from Washington that
treaty of arbitration is to be negotiated
between this country and France. The ad-
ministration will, take up the matter of in
ternational treaties at the next session of
Congress, but the specific object will be the
arrangement of a Franco-American
vention.
This news excites the criticism of some
conservative papers-notaby the Brooklyn
Eagle, which calls it IAN extravagant pre-
caution for the future" and urges that a
treaty with England is much more neces-
sary. In the words of the Eagle:
But why should the United States begin
with France? Now that the sale of the
Panama canal is assured there is ques-
ton in sight which would be likely to en-
broll the two countries. We need an arbi-
tration treaty with England a great deal
more urgently than we need one with
France. although our relations with the
former power are at the moment extremely
cordial The colonial empire of England
adjoins our northern frontier from the At
lantic to the Pacific, and English and
American spheres of influence interlock in
the West Indies and in the farther East
The Eagle overlooks one important fact.
which might have been suggested by the
opening sentence of the paragrapr quoted.
The United States is merely beginning with
France-making a test with view to es-
tablishing precedent. 1t is true that we
need a treaty with England, and true that
our present relations with her are cordial.
But what would happen if a formal pro-
posal were brought before the Senate for
an arbitration convention with England?
The same thing that has happened before
on similar occasions: the Anglophobes
would crawl from their lairs and fill the
air with their mutations. Ill feeling would
be created, and arbitration undoubtedly de-
layed for long time.
The administration has undoubtedly con-
sidered its course. 1t is not negotiating
treaties for fun. If an entering wedge is
needed for international agreements what
possible objection there be to beginning
with France? Certainly the paper quoted
has advanced none whatever, beyond the
assertion that we need a treaty with Eng
land. American diplomacy has been doing
fairly we'll of late by ignoring chronic fault
finders, and will doubtless continue to do So
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Hartford City.
visiting Bryan.

When I woke up 1 knew 1 was in Lincoln.
Neb.. and instinct told me that 1 was IN his
house
He caught me just as 1 sneaking out Of
the back door.
Where are you going7' he asked sterniy.
Away" I replied.
but you can't break away now. I haven't
talked you yet"
That's what want 10 20 away for said.
but you may listen for couple OF hours
while I explain how impossible IL Will be
nominate Grover without my consent Also. II
you have any money. you must viii IL ell ever
10 me; you must likewise subscribe 70 the COM
rioner."
But" / exclaimed. IT have business else
where. ! must skip
.'only On one condition" he exclaimed.
'.An6 that is?''
THAT II l run for President sgain you won't
admit that am popular nuisance"
caught IL matter OF honor.
You have met l exclaimed. I'm have q
stay now."-Town Tooics-
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CHURCH AFFAIRS.
Education in India.

In India, including Ceylon and Burma, there
are thirty-six Christian colleges. with 22,os4
students of both sexes. These colleges are scat
tered over the whole country. In the Punjab
there are four Presbyterian and one Protestant
Episcopal colleges. two of the former being
American institutions and one Scotch. In addi-
ton TO these institutions there are ITO Christian
theological seminaries and training schools in
India, with 4,3Ss students of both sexes on their
books; 81 industrial schools, with 4SO5 students
of both sexes is medical schools and schools for
nurses. with 1s1 pupils For the training of the
young there 337 boarding schools and semi
nares. with Al. 1913 inmates of both sexes, and 30
kindergartens. with SIS pupils Yet with popu-
laton OF 300 COO 0OO this educational force. which,
considered by itself, seems large. appears Ia
mentally small when viewed in its relations to
the need.-Christan Work.
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II seems to the Chronicle that there is some
clergy concerning the meaning of the word
''rectorine." At this time. when the diocese is
looking forward to the advent Of two three
new 'rectorines." thorough understanding of
know what to expect of the ''rectorines," and
they know what TO expect of us. Recently, in
congratulating a rector upon the prospect of
giving his parish rectorne," he wrote back
in terse and trenchant terms. ''ths parish will
have rectorine," and then he continued
1T is a source Of amusement to me TO hear Of
a feminine lay-rector.
Now 'rectorne'' is not necessarily "femi-
nine lay-rector." whatever that may be-, Estab-
lished usage has not put any such odious con-
struction on the word. In saying this we have
not the Century dictionary to fall back upon
or any dictionary; but why should the diction-
airy have monopoly of all the good words !?
And 'rectorine'' is good word; short, convent
ent and musical The ''rectorine" is not any
more the female rector than the Czarina is
the female Car. She is simply the better part
Of the rector, the graceful and gracious accom-
paniment of his daily life. AS the nectarine is
something sweeter than nectar, why may not
this anology be applied to the rectorine? Not
one who wields the rod of EMPIRE but whose
tact mtigates the rod her husband wields-In-
dianapolis Church Chronicle.
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REpuBLIcAN ourLook IN INDIANA.

The eve Of the Republican state conven-
ton finds the party in Indiana in admir-
able shape for the opening of the campaign.
The interest and enthusiasm manifested in
all parts of the State in the nominating
canvasses of the various candidates for Of
fee prove the existence of the lively party
sentiment so essential to success. Nowhere
has there been an appearance OF indiffer-
ence or a passive attitude. The holding
of office is not the chief end and aim of
party fealty, the vast majority of loyal
and active members of any political organi-
ton never so much as aspiring TO positions
of honor But to support their chosen can
dates and 10 work earnestly for them is
the most direct and effective way of prov
ing their belief that their PARTY should be
in control of public affairs. 1t is not per-
sonal interest in individual candidates that
inspires the activity of the laity, but rather
the conviction that a certain candidate is
adapted to conduct public affairs in way
that will best promote the general good
and so rebound to party credit.
That the conviction exists in Indiana that
Republicans should be continued in charge
is very evident all along the line. Conf
dence that this will be the result of the
coming elections is equally plain. No dis
senting voices are heard anywhere. The
national government gives every cause for
satisfaction; everywhere the desire is I'M
mistakable that Mr.. Roosevelt shall con-
tinue his administration. There is general
approval of the administration of state af-
fairs. Public institutions have been wisely
managed, financial interests of the COM
monwealth have been handled with discre-
ton, and the government of the State may
properly be said to share the prosperity en-
joyed by its citizens.
Party harmony prevails. The lively tits
and controversies that have taken place in
two or three districts were mere ebullitions
of uperabundant enthusiasm and left no
traces that will affect the final outcome
Indiana Republicans ardently desire the
success of the party at the November cleo
tons, and will unite in securing it. The
convention this week has an opportunity
to take long step toward this success
Out of the candidates put forward for each
office-the very number is a proof in itself
of the belief in the coming victory-it may
make up a ticket that will carry every
thing before itx 1t has good material to
choose from, and should make of itself
deliherative body and out of the good
select the best 1t should take no chances
on the ground that the Democratic, party
elected Doubtless any Republican can
this year, but it is due to the party, to
the rank and file, that no mistakes be
made even when the organization is at its
strongest; the future must be considered
| A strong ticket should and will be the out
| come of the convention.
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The following story about James j. Hill, the
railroad president, is told in the Northwest
States Mr.. Hill talking 10 some friends in
hotel lobby when young man hustled up to
him and said Mr.. Hill. you claimed a year ago
that no need be out of a job in this part of
the country"
II did admitted Mr.. Hill.
''Well, your statement is incorrect" declared
the young man. Il have been hustling for a job
for the past six months. and can't get work at
anything / can do
That's just it," observed Hill. What can
you do?'
Have had several years experience as
stenographer; expert bookkeeper have
been shipping clerk, and know the business;
Al advertising man; also a hrst-cass
book agent said the young man. in one breath.
1t ended with Mr.. Hill giving him letter to
the Great Northern offices in st. Paul. He was
going to try out the young man and see what
was in him.
Thank you, Mr.. HILL" he calculated, as he
hurried away. But in moment he was back
again
Say, Mr.. HILL" he asked, do / take the
brake beam to ST. Paul?'
He got pass-Pittsburg Gazette.
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STORIES THAT ARE TOLD.
wiIheImina's shoes Were Tight.

According 70 the opinion expressed by Phila-
delphia traveller Wilhelmina Queen of Holland
-one may no longer write il Little Nilhel-
nina us said 10 be growing very plain, but
none has yet denied her large share of very
human qualities. In proof Of this this same
traveller tells story which presents her in a
pleasing light. II seems that certain famous
London photographer had been sent for 10 take
the Queens picture. II the second such
commission he had received from Amsterdam.
When the sitting and the plates had
been developed Wn1elmina said, delightedly:
Why. this is a much better picture of me
than took before. wonder why that is %
Your Majesty has now more cheerful ex-
preston ventured the artist. Perhaps that
Is what makes the difference"
And l know why that should have been So"
added the Queen. Instantly The last time YOU
were here, 1 remember, 1 had on very tight
boots. How can any one look cheerful when her
feet being NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. Press.
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Secret Power of Desert Plants.

a complete solution of the mysterious strength
OF desert plants will prove of great economic
value to the United States. aside from the impor-
tant information it will give regarding the fun
damental processes of protoplasm. In former times
bands of roaming Indians inhabited the desert
regions of the Southwest They lived in COM
parative abundance. and yet the country was
no less arid than 1t is to-day. Doubtless they
obtained food from the plants OF the desert just
as easily the Papago Indians obtain drinking
water from the barrel cactus White men can
do likewise they understand these
plants and will find many practical uses for
the cactus and yucca An understanding of the
source of strength Of desert plants will also en-
able the farmer who irrigates his semi-ard land
to Judge how much water 10 apply and how
often in order TO gain the best results. II will
also help him to develop alkali and drought
resistant types and thus to reclaim new areas
National Geographic Magazine.
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is that his structures on the New York
platform are well founded. That il Is an
evasive and shutting document Republicans
had already pointed out. but no criticisms
bitter diatribe. What his party will do
with him remains to be seen, but his Chi
cago performance has certainly added an
unexpected element of interest to what
promised 10 be an uneventful campaign.
Republicans can wish nothing better than
for Mr. Bryan to continue to make incen-
diary speeches
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Some Time.

To-day. tomorrow, yesterday.
Time hastens not nor makes delay,
o sad or happy heart.
In youth the future holds us fast,
In age We dwell within the past;
They are not far apart.
To-day We make the coming Joy;
To-day coin the base alloy
That dulls the retrospect.
In sunshine bright, in shadows Deep
Ceaseless the vigil fate doth keep,
Cause bringeth forth effect.
Perchance the good shall some time win.
Evil be as it had not been.
When time shall be no more.
Courage our watchword. nor despair.
Hope guides us often unaware,
To enter at her door.
Anderson, Ind. Nellie w. Fairfield
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"Church Trust" Might BE Injurious.

The church trust has a welcome sound
many people whose UNCONVENTIONAL attachments
are weak. There is something which appeals to
a generous sentiment also in the suggestion that
1t would be better if the people Of a country
town. for instance. should lay aside all their
sectarian prejudices and meet for common wor-
ship under some name which would show their
common desires and Inspirations. We like to
dream of the time when. in love and fellowship,
men and will combine fox the highest
ends in worship and in social service But we
believe that IL at present a successful effort
were made with rigor and vigor to carry out
such a plan in any town or city, the result
would be not the increase of church going and
benevolent and social activity. but a decided
falling of in these things. For the present we
and fellowship is through strong religious or
ganizations giving TO each other hearty fellow
ship and cooperation in every possible way
Let each strive with all its might for that
which most important and then without
prejudice, without envy, without jealousy. let
each organization meet other organizations as
strong individuals meet one another. In this
way the largest number Of men and women will
be engaged for service of some kind. We hear
of churches abroad under the rule of the state
having no such distinctions We lament But
when Dr.. Schramm came from Bremen 10 our
national conference he told of the great
with So 600 practitioners When pressed for par
ticulars. he told there were eight ministers
chosen according to their doctrinal affinities.
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Archbishop Maclagans address on Brother
hood has moved the Rev George Angus, pre-
sumably Roman Catholic priest, to write
intercommunion in the Tablet Whatever other
Christian bodies may elect TO do regards in
tercommunion," he says, Rome is clear and
consistent. Catholics do not trouble themselves
TO how far separated Christians may coalesce
or unite with another. That is their bust
ness. not ours. If any wish union and unity.
they must come to Rome the divinely- appointed
center of unity" OF course, that is begging
the whole question. and till Roman Catholics
change their minds-of which. as Lord Actons
recently published letters remind us. there are
signs enough-it is natural that the rest of
Christendom. which both in English speaking
countries and in the world is the larger half,
should labor first TO be at unity with itself. II
will naturally give its primary and chief atten-
ton binding the ties of fellowship that have
been broken since the reformation and toward
establishing closer relations between the
formed churches of the West and those national
churches of the East which centuries before our
Western reformation had rejected the preten-
sions of the papacy-The Churchman.
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A Necessary Precantion.

L want my back fence painted, and I'd like
to be sure Of having the job done in a year" he
remarked to his clerk II wish you would see
the Painters Union and all the Unions directly
or indirectly allied TO it and get permit from
each and every one of them to allow the work
to be done without delays aggregating more
than six months for sympathetic strikes and all
that of hing."-Chicago Post.
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They met at the dumbwaiter,
And twas there they fell in love;
And they thought not of the tenants
Down below nor up above.
1t was in the elevator
Their courtship was pursued
And they quite ignored the bellboy,
Who was to the lever glued.
II was on the roof she promised
She would be his blushing bride;
And the air shaft. to their horror.
Brought encore from inside.
New York Sun.
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Republican enthusiasm manifests itself
in the appearance of delegates and party
workers in Indianapolis in advance of the
state convention. A considerable number
came in on Saturday night, and there is
room for suspicion that some of the Wis
itors were engaged in electioneering on the
Lords day.