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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03
David B. Hill and leadership.

There Is no confirmation as yet of the re-
port that David B. Hill will re-enter poll
tics. 1t is widely current in New York. and
many seem disposed TO believe it. Many
sincerely hope II may prove true. There is
still important work he might do. His
health Is good. His years are not too
many. He has not forgotten the game.
His means are ample to enable him to de-
vote time to public questions and party or
ganzation. He knows the field, and would
be at home in any part of II.
But II Mr.. Hill takes hand again 1t
will not be simply as a local leader. The
whole country will take notice. Democrats
in particular. from Maine to Texas will
understand the meaning. 1t will signify to
them that the Bryanites and the Hearst
ties challenged in New York for con-
troll Of the state delegation TO the next
democratic national convention by foe
man worthy of their steel. and that the
Empire state may be expected to cut a
figure after Its old pattern in that body.
Mr.. Hill Is fighter. and while he has
known nothing but defeat for twelve years,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03
Hearst and Hughes,

Mr.. Hearst applauds Gov Hughes mes
sage and specifies the recommendations he
most values. But. taking leaf out of Mr.
Bryan's book. he claims the credit for all
the good things his successful rival urges
If we listen to the peerless leader Mr.
Roosevelt in office is but an echo He
gives back the things Mr.. Bryan has ut
tered on the stump or the lecture platform,
or in his newspaper So Mr.. Hearst charges
Mr.. Hughes with appropriating the good
things of the platform of the Independence
League and of the speeches of it's recent
candidate for governor of New York. This
paragraph from the message however, is
not mentioned by Mr.. Hearst:
II recommend that the law be amended
by imposing limitation upon the amount
that may be expended by a candidate to
procure his election"
Maybe Mr.. Hearst overlooked it. He may
come to it later. 1t is a wise suggestion.
and Mr.. Hearst. while in approving mood,
should include it in his applause.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03
Burning Wreck Debris.

A belief clearly exists in the public mind
that the burning of the wreck debris at
Terra Gotta Sunday night and Monday
morning caused the destruction of impor-
tant relics of the dead and possibly evil
dence of the circumstances attending
causing the disaster. 1t is extremely I'M
fortunate that the railroad company should,
by it's hasty and apparently unnecessary &C
ton In this matter. have given the people
cause to question it's motives. There was
no urgent need of promptness in destroying
the remains of the wrecked cars. The
tracks were clear for service and a few
hours of exposure of the tragic souvenirs
OF the catastrophe would have worked no
harm, while possibly the process of identi-
flying the dead might have been facili-
tated.
1t Is difficult to see wherein the burning
of the debris eliminated any material evil
dence of the cause OF the collision in this
case but IL is a well-known fact that rail-
road officials are prone to apply the torch
on all such occasions for that very pur-
pose In fact the whole attitude of the
railroads toward the public is one of con-
cealment.
This is short-sighted policy and the
sooner it is abandoned and the public is
given Jue tIulH anu NAlC am pftuo
stop their suspicion-breedlng practice of
promptly destroying wreckage the better
It will be, not only for the public. but for
the railroads themselves. These are days
that strain the public patience to the ut
most Men are quick to jump to conclu
sions and to form their judgments accord
ing TO their preiudices. The railroad COM
pany that has nothing to conceal is less
likely TO become an object of fistrust than
the one that ,clings TO the old and stupid
as well as unwarranted doctrine that
wreck is none of the peoples business.
Just as measure of precaution the law
should intervene In all such cases and pro-
hibit under heavy penalties the destruction
or removal-save for the purpose of actually
permitting the resumption of traffic-of any
of the results or wreckage of railroad
collision. Then there will be an end to these
periodical. outbursts of suspicion that serve
only to becoud the issues and to weaken
public confidence in the good faith of the
railroads.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

he knew enough Of victory before that time
to season him with courage and staying
qualities.
Since 1894. when he was disastrously beat
en- for governor of New York. he has seen
his party cut some queer capers. and. as the
phrase is. go all to pieces 1t embraced
Organism in 1896 against his earnest pro-
test 1t repeated it's biunder in 1900. against
his earnest protest. 1t accepted Judge
Parker at his hands in 1904 only to handi-
cap the already handicapped candidate by
one of the most stupid and shortsighted
campaigns ever conducted. After his return
from st. Louis Mr.. Hill was practically
forced into a back seat, and the canvass
turned over to a coterie of Wall street
financiers assisted by their agents and at
torneys. Success was not possible but the
rout that took place, making the party RI
diculous, might under better management
have been prevented.
Last year. in the state race, Mr.. Hill took
no part. He roasted high at Wolfert's
Roost, and kept his own councils. What he
thought of the capture of the democracy at
Buffalo by Mr.. Hearst. and of what fol-
lowed, can only be conjectured. But, to
employ rural phrase, 1t must have been
a-plenty. And maybe he was not unpre
pared for what took place at the polls. SO
experienced a campaigner could not have
been in the dark about what the signs of
democratic protest against Mr.. Hearst
meant.
With Mr.. Hill deck again interest in
New York affairs would be greatly in
creased everywhere. Men Of the Corners
Murphy grade have their uses. but it is a
reflection on a party when they are per-
mitted to reach the top and name candi-
dates and dictate policies.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03
Purdy Closes in Texas.

Assistant Attorney General Purdy, who
went to Texas to bolster up the Presi-
dents side of the Brownsville episode, mas
finished his labors and will return to WASH
ington to pre~are his report. A large num-
Der OF witnesses were examined. ana some
of them made statements very damag ng
TO the negro soldiers.
A man and his wife who live in a sec
ond story OF a building just across the
street from Fort Brown swore that they
saw soldiers shooting from the inside OF
the garrison wall on the night OF the out
break, the soldiers afterward jumping over
the wall and invading the town.
Another witness testified to the same eff
feet and claimed to have counted sixteen
negro soldiers participating in the shoot-
ing" The dispatches state that lin all
twenty citizens testified practically to the
same effect"
=, Now all of this is but an additional rea-
son why the Senate should act In this mat
ter These witnesses should be called and
cross-examined They make grave charges
and the men accused are entitled to all
narticulars not as brought out alone by
the prosecution. but as developed by
cross-fire before a tribunal seeking to do
Justice to all concerned. Let US adhere to
the old forms Let US give even the black
man a chance for his white alley.
Nor should we forget that not particle
OF this testimony was taken before the
President dismissed the soldiers These
people were all in Brownsville knew OF the
shooting up" of the town and of the wide
interest In the matter. but seem not TO
have "peeped'' until now. Had the Presi-
dent started his inquiry by taking the testi-
mony of the people of Brownsville. and IN
the regular way. instead of assuming every
man of the garrison guilty and insisting
that all must prove their innocence, he
might have escaped much of the criticism
to which he has been justly subjected.
1t cannot be. repeated too often, or with
too great emphasis, that despite the efforts
of certain politicians this is not polltlcal
question. Men without an issue may De
pardoned. as are drowning men grasplng at
straws, for magnifying the value of this
thing or that from their point of view
But speaking after the fashion OF the
times there is not a President IN the
Brownsville business looked at soberly from
any side. 1t is very important business,
and soldiers and lawyers alike are following
II with keen interest. The square deal Is
very much involved, and the square deal
is the corner stone of Mr. Roosevelt's popu
Iarity and prestige. Nobody wants guilty
men shielded but quite little should any
body want innocent men punished. Above
all let everything be done in the American
way and publicly and above board.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03
The Answer.

When the corporations grow
Sinful in their thoughtless greed.
Who's the man who has to go
Very cautiously indo ID?
Who must pay for each device
OF these financiering men:
Who must hustle for the price,
Ordinary citizen.
When strange blunderings arise
'Mongst important folk who should
Try to be little wise.
Even if not very good;
When disaster fills the air
AS it's cries resound again,
Who the fiercest shock must bear?-
Ordinary citizen.
Mighty phrases we invent
To reprove the reckless great,
But these efforts eloquent
Sound and fade and dissipate.
Though the carelessness or crime
We upbraid with tongue and pen.
Who's the victim, every timer
Ordinary citizen.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

house OF Congress in thirty years. But he
was victim of insomnia, and when his
eyelids refused to work he took revenge on
all who approached him. He rallied at fate,
and lectured all humanity. His usefulness
a statesman was temporarily destroyed,
and his friends took a vacation and OBJ
served him from distance. A long Sleep
however would restore him. and when In
fettle he was a power for good both in the
committee room and on the floor of the
House in debate. Does Prof. Bryce sleep
well?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03
Bryce and Hewitt.

The only disquieting thing about Prof
Bryce is his strong facial resemblance to
the late Abram S. Hewitt. But If the like
ness does not extend to temperament all
will be well. Mr.. Hewitt was an able man
with the single exception of William Dor
sheimer. probably the ablest man the New
York democrats have sent to the lower
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

Mr. Rockefeller's advice to save some
thing for rainy day would be of more
value II he would give some advice as to
how the average citizen can invest his
small savings with confidence.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03
McClellan's Declaration.
, the New York World.

George B. McClellan's emphatic refusal
to recognize the existing control in Tam
many Hall or tolerate any relations with
the present leader" is wholly creditable to
him as a man. as a citizen and as mayor OF
New York. 1t gives him a new claim to
public confidence and respect.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

Among the incidental honors which at
tach to almost every cabinet position Is
that of being mentioned at one time OF an,
other for the presidency.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

TIN order to avoid delays on account OF
personal absence, letters to THE STAR
should not be addressed to any individual
connected with the ONCE. but simply to
THE STAR. or to the Editorial or Busi-
ness Departments, according to tenor or
purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03
Happiness.

I have managed to smoke my last Christ
mas cigar;
l feared l should never get through;
And the year now seems happy. more happy
by far
Than 1t was when it used to be new.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

The fact that quinine remains compare
lively inexpensive indicates that the
trusts are overlooking opportunity in
this season of grip epidemics.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

In short time members OF Congress
will be expected to step forward and show
how far they have profited by the advice
and instruction contained in the Presi-
dents messages
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

A go-as-you-please spelling reform with
no official restraint is liable to cause more
perplexities than the kind originally con-
templated,
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A Change of Method.

investigations don't seem to be held in
the spirit of courtesy and forbearance that
once prevailed" remarked the old-time
statesman.
NO" answered Senator Sorghum; the
situation is becoming rather difficult, Peo-
Pile now hold Investigations because they
really want to find something out. instead
of merely for the sake Of soothing their
minds.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03
Waiting.
From the Atlanta Constitution.

Not one of them is seeking the presi-
Dental nomination. They are only sitting
on the doorstep. so that 1t can stumble
over them when it comes out to see how
high the sun is.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

Under system of government owner
ship of railways a few such affairs as the
Terra Gotta disaster would come pretty
near starting revolution.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

Senator Foraker is too business-like
statesman to allow his attention to be dis
tracted from the business in hand by an
early presidential boom.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03
Taft Helps Some.

From the Springfield Union.
The Washington correspondents an
nouncements regarding Mr.. Taft's future
moves somewhat more enlightening
when read in connection with Mr.. Tafts
own statement
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

If Albert T. Patrick should eventually
secure his freedom he will probably have
money enough to keep him from the lee
ture platforms temptation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

If Count Boni had his way he would
probably have the code revised SO that
man might cancel his debts by challeng-
ing his creditors.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

1t is rather unfortunate that our old
friend Santa Claus goes into hiding just
as the bills begin to come in.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03
Would Like to Understand.
From the Indianapolis News.

From the IndlanapoIIs News.
Mr.. Rockefeller is correct in his theory
that the people do not understand. But
they are doing their best. through grand
jury investigation, to arrive at compre-
hension of the situation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03
Get Busy.

From the Baltimore Sun.
Time to oil up the joints OF the special
message bearers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

The Rock Island railway and the b.
and o. are now in a position to exchange
notes.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

After all. the abolition Of the railway
pass may have saved number or lives
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03
Mostly People.

From the Atlanta Journal.
Railroads still killing time and people.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

A colored regiment may be dismissed
without honor, but not without protest
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03

'If you keeps teIin' yoh troubles said
Uncle Eben. 'you's gwinter imagine some
times dat you's gittin' sympathy when 1t
ain muffin but politeness.
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SHOOTING STARS.
Annoying.

'Why did you dismiss that employer?
asked one railway official.
HE became annoying" answered the
other; 'he insisted on trying to figure out
how much we could save by economizing on
wreckages insteaf of on the payroll of sig
nal operators"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-01-03
Effects.

do you think the effects of the Browns
Vile affair will be far reaching?' asked the
man who interviews everybody.
.'Yass indeed" answer Mr.. Erastus Pink
ley Il knows dozen children dats done
had DER names changed fun I. Roosevelt
back to George Washington.
The oasis., 1907-04-06

effort to remove the penitentiary of South Dakota in 1878 in order
 that the institution might have the farming facilities failed for this reason. The men had been senten- ced to serve at Sioux Falls and the supreme court held that they could not be made to serve at any other place. A test case of this sort probably will be filed at the instiga- ton of the territory at an early date, and if the supreme court decides that the law as passed by the legislature is not adequate the removal will have to go over for another two years.
 Under any circumstances the re- moval cannot be accomplished with any great dispatch as only $25, % of the $l25, 900 provided is avail able for the purpose during 1907. Probably this will not be touched before the cool days of early winter as the board of control has given no lntimation of any immediate acton Tn the matter. Because the full amount of money required for the removal Is not available at one time the removal must be effected Tn less than eighteen months.
 
 Long before any work is done toward that end the territory will have settled by test of law in the courts the question of it's right to remove the prisoners.
The oasis., 1907-04-06
Hartman Bank in Cuadalaiara.

The Mercantile Banking Com pany of the City of Mexico is plan
 nig to establish a branch in Qua dalalara as soon as the construction of the Guaymas-Guadalajara ex- tension of the Southern Pacific out of this city is commenced This information was given out in Mex leo this week by A. II. Mckay, president of the Mercantile Bank ing Company. As it is expected to start construction here within the next ninety days, the new bank probably will be opened about the middle of the present year.
 The Mercantile Banking Com pany is Hartman concern, and as such will handle the bulk of the money expended in Mexico for the construction of the Guaymas-Gua- dalajara extension. Eheextension alone will cost more than $7O.0O0,- wv AhVAlOdll Cul GllCN, anu ID- cidental to the railroad construc- tion there will be many financial transactions that the Hartman banking concern will naturally ex- pect to handle. The business of the Grant Construction Company of Los Angeles, Cal, which will build the entire extension, will be done through the Mercantile Bank ing Company.
 A. H. Mckay, president of the Mercantile Banking Company. has been identified with Hartman interests for several years. Epes Randolph, president of the Cana nea, Yaqui River x Pacific rail- road, and the man in charge of the Mexico plans of the Southern Pacific, is vice-president of the company. When the branch bank is established here it will be with view to a permanent enterprise in Guadalajara. .Jalisco Times.
The oasis., 1907-04-06
May Block Prison Removal on a Flaw.

If man Is sentenced to serve a term in prison at Yuma can the legislature of Arizona enact law which will enforce him to serve that term elsewhere? If the legisla- ture has such power has it availed itself of it in the removal bill inst passed? An army of attorneys are ready to answer these questions negatively; upon the answer of the supreme court depends the final issue.
 It Is by no means certain that the penitentiary can. be removed from Yuma under the law enacted by the legislature. Every convict on the hill was sentenced to serve his time in the penitentiary at Yuma and not at Florence. If the territory attempts to take them elsewhere the lawyers of any prisoner may ask for his release from Florence on a habeas corpus and unless the legislature has cleverly and securely anticipated this point and provided for the re- moval of the prisoners in manner that admits of no doubt the law yers are liable to make their noint stick and thus defer the removal of the institution indefinitely.
 That this point will become the subject of an interesting controversy at an early date is certain and whether the territory can success fully contest the issue is one on which lawyers do not agree. An
The oasis., 1907-04-06

was sued for collecting alleged
 illegal charges for transportation of prisoners to Yuma and insane patients to Phoenix; and some minor delinquencies in tax collec- tlons. The supervisors in office at the time were joined in one or
 both of the suits, as the case may be. Their demurrers, presented by Mir. F. J. Duffy, were sustained. Plaintiff declined to amend, and judgment was given defendants.
 Judgment was given in several minor civil cases, and mum Der were dismissed for want of prose- cution.
 Thursday morning the sheriff returned the regular venire of trial jurors, and after the legal excuses had been presented and allowed the venire was reduced fully one- half, more than twenty per cent of the original venire having been missed in service; and a special venire of six jurors was ordered. When all had qualified the venire of trial jurors was as follows:
 G. L. Stephens, Harry A. Smith, J. F. Bowman, Frank Reichert, Wilfred V. Coughlin, w. NJ. Murphy, P. R. Sullivan, Charles A. Gabriel, Charles w. Beck, E. E. Bethel. Wm. NJ. Leek, Frank Powers, Frank Rechif, Homer J. Mapes, o. 0. Saxhang, John G. Bartlett, Matt Winters, August Yarrick, Vincent r. Mahoney, Jesse Gatlin, Sam Prouty, Chas Blomberg, Thos. Bayze, s. E. Hunter, W. J. Colburn, Wm. Hib- bard, J. T. Johnston, J. A. Petter, w. W. Carney.
 Thursday morning the case of Territory vs. Martinez, charged with assault to commit rape, was called. and the trial occupied the entire day. The jury returned at six o'clock in the evening with verdict of guilty as charged in the indictment"