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Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

against the insurgent plan to defeat the
statehood bill. Representative Simms
called his attention to the fact that he
had voted with the democrats on an ex-
actly similar proposition few years ago.
mo, SIR" shouted Grosvenor, II did not
vote with the democrats. The democrats
voted with me-"
An enterprislng but careless sneak thief
In New York recently rang the door bell
Of home occupied by n policeman. The
owner was at home, changing his trousers,
and therefore modestly refrained from
answering the door bell. So the thief
produced his Jimmy and broke the door
open just as the policeman had finished
dressing and was ready to receive callers.
Within a few days William r. Hearst
will transport from New York to Albany
in a special train delegation that is going
to try and do more things at once than
any set of reformers ever essayed in that
state. Among the measures OF legislation
that will be advocated by the Hearstltes
are the direct nominations bill, the ballot
reform bill, the pure food bill, the corrupt
practices BILL the municipal ownership bill
and the resolution providing for an investi-
cation OF the marlborough Metropolitan
traction merger and the alleged relations
between political organizations and the
public service corporations.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

York life would have to reduce its
soliciting activities or volume Of new
business by nearly two-thirds from the
1904 volume; the Equitable would have
TO cut down its volume by over one-half,
md the Mutual by nearly one-half. IL
is not difficult to understand that such
a reduction might have far-reaching
effects and II Is question whether the
Legislature has the authority to impose
It, as It apparently opens the door TO an
unprecedented interference with bust
ness activities.
While as whole the recommends
tlons of the committee, II made effective
by legislation, would undoubtedly put a
stop to the worst OF the abuses which
have been disclosed and place the insur-
ance business upon a sounder basis, it
is improbable that all of them will be
adopted by the legislature. OF course
the companies will strenuously oppose
some of them. II is reported that they
are already preparing to do this and
will bring to bear at Albany all the
powerful influence at their command to
defeat those recommendations to which
they object. To what extent they will
be successful cannot be foreseen, but
they will have to present the most con-
vincing Of reasons in order to secure the
rejection Of any of the recommendations
OF the Armstrong committee, which are
strongly supported by public opinion.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27
Personal NOTES.

The laurel for the meanest man goes to
the New Jersey tobacconist who taught his
shop assistants to gamble and regularly
won back the amount OF the boys weekly
salary.
In the Pennsylvania university there are
students representing thirty-nine nations
besides representatives of forty-nine states
and territories and insular possessions OF
the United States. There are in all 3,769
students.
New inventions are imposing serious bur-
dcns upon vocabulary. Automobile" was
bad enough, but a young Russian has
brought out a machine warranted to solve
the problem OF navigating the air, which
he calls the "aerautomobie."
Russell Sage was recently approached by
a reporter who had been assigned to col
lect opinions on a problem which the finan-
cier named is believed to have solved. The
newspaper man began: How much does
II cost to live in New York" when the
keen old man broke in with the remark.
"a little more than you make"
General Grosvenor, just defeated for re-
nomination TO congress by the republicans
OF his Ohio district. has a ready wit. is
an intense partisan and has a fine sense
OF humor. Not long ago he was urging
the republicans TO stand firm and vote
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27
RESTRICTION OF DIVORCE.
Progress In the Direction of n
Uniform Law.
Philadelphia Press.


There is every indication that the con-
gress on uniform divorce law, now in ses-
sion at Washington, will have substantial
results. 1t has gone about its business
in a practical way, and the work is par
ticpated in by representatives from all
but three states
1t is notable that Pennsylvania has the
most conspicuous place. 1t was Governor
Pennypacker who brought about the pres
ent congress. and he has given the move
ment its greatest vitality. His speech on
taking the chair to preside over the meet
ings was an admirable and complete pres
entation OF the subject under considera-
ton. To the reasons given by him for
concerted action to check the increasing
evil OF divorce il would be difficult to add
anything. The address was Illuminating
and instructive.
The commission OF Pennsylvania APP
pointed by the governor to examine the
divorce laws of the different states and
prepare a report has opened the way for
action that will be recognized as imme-
diately practicable. II does not look to
the national government for cure; the
remedy must be applied by the states act
ing In harmony, 50 that IL shall not be
possible for divorce seekers 10 dodge whole
some laws in their own state and ind easy
divorce for trifiing reasons somewhere else.
The vital recommendation undoubtedly
is that each state shall adopt legislation
restricting the remedies afforded by its
statutes to its own citizens. This would
be an effective blow to the divorce colonies.
Coupled with a provision that all hear
inss shall be in open court II would be
a pretty complete restraint on the present
abuse. while the way would still be open
for divorce for proper cause and under
reasonable conditions. Much must de-
pend upon the good faith which the sew
erai states show.
Immediate success cannot be expected OF
the movement, but the energy with which
Il has been begun and the character of
those who have IL in hand will undoubt-
eddy accomplish some good results.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27
WHO Is TO BLAMEf

For many years William J. Broatch
and Douglas county politics. Whenever
he becomes n candidate for public office
the food gates of debauchery are
thrown wide open and the town is torn
up by rancorous factional contention.
Twelve months ago Broatch was max
ing preparations for leaving Omaha and
the state for good. He would doubtless
have been rusticatlng on his farm In
Virginia today had he not been re-
appointed for another term on the po-
lice commission. If anybody is to blame
for the intrusion OF Broatch and the
degradation of Omaha politics as
consequence Of his present candidacy,
It Is Governor Mickey.
Governor Mickey must have known
that Broatch had made very unenvia-
BILE record as mayor OF Omaha years
ago. He surely could not have been
ignorant of the fact that Broatch had
perpetrated n great outrage In the ap-
praisement of Charley Mosher's peni-
Tertiary chattels for $4,000 when they
could not have been sold to anybody for
5000. He certainly must have known
that Broatch was appointed by His Ac-
cidency, the bull fight governor. as n
matter of spite work to avenge himself
for the severe denunciation of his In
famous pardon of Joe BARLEY.
Why did Governor Mickey appoint
Broatch? Simply and purely because
he wanted to please Lee Spratlen, rail-
road right-of-way man and lobbyist, and
Spratlen wanted Broatch appointed be-
cause he intended to project him as
mayoralty candidate for the republicans
OF Omaha.
pointed by Governor Mickey as rep
resentative democrat on the Fire and
Police commission, republicans OF
Omaha naturally ask themselves why
they should allow democrat to name
their candidate for mayor, especially in
view of the fact that Jim Dahlman, the
sole democratic candidate for mayor,
was likewise projected into the race by
Lee Spratlen and is supported by the
same influence that is supporting
Broatch
1t may not he repugnant to william
]. Broatch to have as his political god
fathers two such valiant democrats as
Lee Spratlen and Walter Noise but we
do not exaggerate the least bit in declar-
ing that 90 per cent of the republicans
of Omaha are indignant and Disguised
and lay the blame for the revival Of
Rroatchism and all that it implies upon
Governor Mickey.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27
ON OUR CITY CAMPAIGN

David City Journal: The people of
Omaha are much incensed over the acquit-
tai of Pat Grove and are holding indigna-
ton meetings Wonder why they didn't
do likewise when Tom Dennison was al
lowed to go free? Dennison is now leg
gng' in the interests OF w. j. Broatch,
the would-be whisky candidate for
omaha's new mayor.
Custer County Beacon: 1t is announced
from democratic headquarters that Jim
Dahlman will actually be the democratic
candidate for mayor OF Omaha. Jim is
as typical a specimen of corporation tool
as his health will permit, and will be de-
feated good and plenty, but let him have
the notoriety OF running" The expert
ence will do him good
Springfield Monitor: The contest for the
nominations for mayor in Omaha is bring
ing about some strange changes. healing
up old sores and making bosom friends
OF former political enemies. However. it
is not keeping The Bee silent when the
candidate is not up to the standard set
by that paper. The Bees approval means
a good deal on election dav.
Stanton Register (dem): From the con-
diton of things as reported from Omaha
1t seems that the next session of the legis
lature will have job OF passing law
that will put Omaha in the class of safe
and sane" cities. AS II is at present, there
doesn't seem to be any law and order in
that city. and confessed criminals are
turned loose without regard to the effect
that 1t will have on the city and the state
at large. .. s.
Chappell Register: The municipal cleo
ton in Omaha is almost as interesting as
a state election. Mayor Moores does not
care to make the race again, but is sup
porting w. J. Broatch. who has always
been his most bitter enemy, and has turned
his back on Rosewater, who has always
stood by him and who with the support
OF The Bee elected him two years ago in
the face OF the most bitter opposition.
We never had any use for Mocres from the
fact that he has always been the friend
Of Tom Dennison and other outlaws, but
his recent political somersault in the
Broatch camp is objectionable.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

Chairman Warner wants to know
from members of his state committee
whether public sentiment favors an
early or a late republican state conven-
ton. He fails, however. to inquire
whether public sentiment fayors bring
ing the nominations down to the rank
and file of the party or continuance
OF convention barter ana sale. A ticket
composed of strong. clean men free
from corporation faint will be winner
no matter how late IL is nominated,
while ticket composed of men bearing
railroad labels will have hard shedding
no matter how early II is nominated.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27
Governor MagOOn I'm Panama.


But the Americans recognize that Magoon
has hard job, and that is more sympathy
than most of us who have hard Jobs get
in this world They like him. He knows
them all; he listens individually to all their
complaints. This Is not surprising Is
the popularity he has achieved among the
Panananians-this Poor-Bah whom Taft
and Root and the president found in a
Nebraska attorney. TO them he is a great,
grand gentleman. and when he rides
through the streets the population bows as
IL he were the ruling prince. And he bows
back to the small boys, and small girls,
and the old Indians and the senoritas, and
the government officials, with the JUNCTION
of a man who is running for office Amy
one with whom both an American steam
shovel driver and a Latin diplomatist feel
in sympathy is certainly a man Of parts
as we'll as a man OF action. 1t is a good
thing we have him on the lsthmus, for we
don't want the Panamanians to start a
revolution and involve us In, armed inter-
ference.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27
Parable for Newspapers.
New York Sun.

The American Newspaper Publishers
association concluded it's two-day annual
meeting last evening with a dinner at the
Waldorf-Astoria, at which Prof. Frederick
NJ. Davenport, professor OF political science
in Hamilton college, pronounced this para
BILE: once there was a country news
paper man who mixed sawdust with the
meal that he fed to his hens He thought
they would never know the difference. But
they got even. When he came to set the
eggs, half the breed were woodpeckers.
Whatsoever a newspaper soweth that shall
1t also reap"
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27
SUCH Is LIFE.

Puck.
They made, as all young lovers do.
Their youthful vows;
Each swore 10 be a fond and true
And faithful spouse.
Their love should he forever green
They swore to that
And thus they'd live life happy in
A little fiat.
Some six years now have they been one
Their really fond.
But not much over par has gone
Their marriage bond.
They call each other love and dear"
They're growing fat,
And lind their welded life, l fear,
A little fiat
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

In making their nominations for mu-
nicipal offices on Sunday Omaha social
lists are setting the pace for the adop-
ton OF the French election day in
Omaha. In France all elections are
held ON Sundays in order TO enable the
working classes 70 exercise their right
OF suffrage without expense or him
drance and election day thus becomes
double holiday, Whether such a
change would be acceptable TO the
Omaha Civic Federation is an open
question. II certainly has tendency
20 popularize elections.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27
Greed of Special interests.

Philadelphia Record.
There should be no hesitation in so modi-
flying the tax upon grain alcohol as to per-
nit it's use under proper precautionary
regulation for fuel and for manufacturing
purposes 1t Is quite as cheap as gasoline
and much less dangerous. But the makers
OF wood alcohol and manufacturers of
gasoline are making stout opposition 10
any abatement Of the tax on grain alcohol.
As long as the enormous tax remains I'M
disturbed IL makes a secure market for
their inferior products
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27
Inspiration for Action.

W aSnlnBtOn fObt
The senate heard of sand in the sugar,
sawdust in the breakfast food and chicory
in the coffee and smiled at the Joke. but
when II became clear that even our favorite
liquor was not above suspicion the Hepburn
pure food bill was passed with a rush.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

The advent Of Norris Brown on the
senatorial race track and the exit OF
Ross Hammond from the senatorial
race track have been duly registered.
But Il Is suspected In some quarters
that Hammond's exit has string 10 Il.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

The liberal administration In Great
Britain has given at least two proofs OF
its right 20 exlst-the change I'm the
policy OF Chinese coolies In South Africa
aud the subordination OF military to
civil power In India.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

When the first general assembly of
Russia meets In May n number of Rus
sian statesmen may discover that they
are more liberal than the people selected
by the voters 20 carry out their will
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

The Havana Post has taken a novel
way 10 fight yellow fever scares. IL
offers a reward for each person report.
ing cases. hut II cases do not material.
lac Il promises to put the reporter in
Jail, II viii hardly be called ON to pay
out much reward money.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

Now that IL has been definitely de-
cided by competent authority that the
United States has no right to interfere
in the Congo Free state. IT is "up 10"
Europe to work reformation in that
part OF the world.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

Since II cost the United States $4,000
for the rate hearing before the senate
committee, II IL possible that the desire
10 report the Hepburn bill without
amendment Is In the interest OF econ
omy.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

The poor old democratic party, which
always limps Mt the tail end of rcpub-
lican reforms, now claims to he entitled
to the credit OF the advancement of the
railroad regulation bill, which was
originated by republicans, endorsed by
republican president and passed by n
republican house by almost unanimous
vote. But the country will cheerfully
concede the democrats whatever credit
there is due for falling in and giving
the measure active and earnest support.
on broad gauge principles, 1t is of little
moment who fathered the bill and what
midwife attended its birth. so long as
the child Is born strong and healthy.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27
Cleansing Eject of Light.


Publicity as reform measure finds ac-
ceptance everywhere in everything. The
Interstate congress on divorce condemns all
secret judicial proceedings in divorce cases.
and the congress IL quite right Let there
be light in the dark places
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

PRONUNCIATION OF the Bcnsonian plat.
form is promised this week, with an ex-
plicit demand for cheaper gas and a
dense silence about cheaper electric
light.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

IL may trnnspire that all of this trou.
bic for foreigners in China was brought
about by the sagaclous empress, who
desired 10 have nm international guard
when the fight upon the dynasty should
begin.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

With an American gunboat on It's way
up the Yangtse river to the scene OF n
massacre of missionaries, Il should be
easier to pass the army appropriation
hlll
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

Taking lesson from American his
tory, President Castro win ask TO have
damages assessed against France for
permitting rebellious warship to be
lifted out in one OF its ports. Castro
may noI KNOW the lighting ability Of
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

Only few more days for aspiring
councilman TO file for the municipal
primaries. This is free for-all and no
filing fee Is cxnctcd.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

IL omnha Is TO have TINT new fire,
proof hotel In time to entertain next
years visitors there will have to be
something doing pretty soon.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

The advent Of Lent may put n Quietus
on social activity, but 1t is not likely to-
operate TO repress political activity In
this locality.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

Tennessee feuds may not be as spec.
tncular ny those of Kentucky but they
seem to be Just as deadly.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

Delegates TO Algeclras have had the
opportunity OF spending Il number OF
winter weeks ina pleasant climate,
even II nothing else eventuntes.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

IL Is well to remember that the
groundhog's six weeks are not yet up.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

the United States. but he understands
how TO make plea which will receive
attention.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27
srArEMENr or ctnct,I,ATIoN.

STATEMENT of CIRCULATION.
State Of Nebraska. Douglas County, SIS:
G. 6. Roscwater secretary OF The bee
Publishing company, being duly sworn.
says that the actual number OF fun and
complete copies Of The Daily. Morning.
Evening and Sunday Bee printed during the
month Of InnnnrN la0n. wha as fnllnwa.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

z. z. NOSEWATEH,
Secretary.
Subscribed In my presence and sworn
10 before me this 3iSt day OF January, 1905.
tseaD NJ II. HUNGATE
Notary Public.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27
WHEN OUT oE TnWN.

Subscribers leaving the city tenn
porariIy should have The Bee
mailed 10 them. Address will he
changed as often as requested.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

do you think there is any use for my
making a speech on this subject?'
Certainly" answered the chilly col
league. "a man of your sedentary habits
ought to give his lungs chance once in
a while. "-Washington Star.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

I've heard so much about inventions
of the devil said the new arrival, II
though I'd like to meet the-er-gentle-
man. Are you he?"
II am" replied Lucifer.
We'll, say, can't he of some service
to you? ] was a patent attorney up
there. "-Philadelphia Press
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

The FISH had jumped out OF the frying pan
into the fire.
The Goals are not adulterated," it
Gaspcd, with its latest breath And 1
Just couldn't stand the cottonseed oil
and axle grease they were frying me I'M
Chicago Tribune
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

Teacher-Johnny, for what is switzer-
land famous? ~" 0'T "'
Scholar-Why--mm -Swiss cheese.
"Oh, something grander, more Impress
i've, more tremendous"
rger."-Cleveland Leader.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27
FLASHES OF FUN.

DIR. Kallowmell-Did the autopsy in the
to what caused the complication?
DR.. Scalpell-No and II isn't likely to,
confound him! He's ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Tribune
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27

1.-THE impotence of that woman lecturer
astounded me-" Indignantly exclaimed Mrs.
Struckoyle. she called us fellow work.
ers,' and she isn't in our set at all!-Phil-
adelphia Ledger.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1906-02-27
TIE OMAHA DAILY BEE.
L. RosBwATER. EDITOR.

PUBLISHED EVERY MORNING..
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1906-05-24
MR. scHlFF,s CAR ATTACKED.
New Yorker Finds Himself in Midst
OF Mob in Japan.


SEATTLE. WASH, May 2S.-Pa-
Fcrs from Shanghai announce that
Americans visiting Japan appear to
be rather unfortunate IN their expert
enccs of Japanese crowds. Like Mr..
10. RI. Hartman. who was unintcn.
tionally hustled at TOXIC at The time
OF the disturbances in the capital last
September, Mr. Jacob II. Schiff. a
New York banker. has been coming
into purely accidental contact with a
japanese mob in angry mood.
Ii appears that Mr. Schiff was pro-
cceding from Kozu to Miyanoshita by
the electric tramway when the car
was attacked by number of vii
layers from Sayno. who we're carry.
ing a portable shrine. The trumway
company. it is explained, had been in
the habit of making an annual contri-
button toward the celebration of the
village festival. but this year the gift
had been discontinued.
a good deal of local Indignation had
been caused by the circumstance and
a number Of police we're drafted to the
vicinity from the Odawara police sta
ton in anticipation Of hostilitics.
Fortunately, the police were able
to prevent any damage being inflicted
on the car in which MIR. Schff was
travelling. but two of the policemen
were severely injured in the struggle.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1906-05-24
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