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The Washington times., 1907-06-28
Yale Beats Harvard
In Varsity Fights

NEW LONDON, June 2S-Yale won
another great victory in the intercolIe-
gate varsity eight-Oared race yesterday
by few inches less than a boat length.
She won II in the last six strokes Of
perhaps as grueling a contest as Yale
and Harvard have ever rowed.
Throughout the distance just a shade
separated the two crews over the en-
tire four miles. AS the two neared the
finish line Yale had gained a slight ad-
vantage, which Harvard was fighting
like death to overcome When they ap-
peared so close that the fight was hope
less Harvard's steam seemed to be ex-
hausted, and Yale with u superhuman
effort shot her shell over the line with
six gigantic strokes that each meant
yard or more Of gain, until she just
failed to clear her -udder post Of Har-
wards bow as the judges flag fell to
decide the finish. Harvards shell cross
ed the line three seconds behind Yale's
bow, and as she crossed two Of her men
collapsed. exhausted by the terrific eff
fort
The Washington times., 1907-06-28

the slightest advantage approaching the
line. Which won they did not know for
ten minutes-not. In fact, until Harvard
house. Then. as silence fell where be-
fore there had been excited inquiry,
they knew Yale had won, and the big
Blue contingent sent up a cheer that
was the wilder for its long restraint.
As II reverberated from the old Con-
neCticUt hills II awoke memories OF the
long line of victories for the sons OF Eli.
The Washington times., 1907-06-28
Poughkeepsie Crowds There.

Many Of those who saw the intercol-
leg1ate race on the Hudson at Pough-
keepsie were here. They were talking
Of the wonderful spectacle presented by
Cornell and Columbia. They are talk
ing of the wonderful repetition OF the
spectacle by Yale's and Harvard s
crews. As Cornell and Columbia fought,
so did Yale and Harvard. The crews
were, indeed, even closer most OF the
way, and the lead changed more often,
though not so late In the race. Where
a quarter length separated the boats at
PoughkeePsIe Il was a question OF feet
here.
The Washington times., 1907-06-28
Today's Games.

Washington at New York.
Philadelphia at Boston.
Chicago at St. Louis.
Cleveland at Detroit
The Washington times., 1907-06-28
Boats Close All the Way.

Over the four-mile-course, on which
they We're sent away at I'll o'clock in
the evening, there was never half a
boat length between the two shells, ex-
, cept at the finish line Most OF the
time the crews were rowing within two
or three feet Of each other. both using
low stroke, welA pulled, though there
was a seesawing Of the two bows as
first one and then the other caught the
water. 1t was ding-dong from gun 10
gun, and either ones race until the last
minute. The finish itself was hidden in
lane Of steam craft. so that those
ashore could only know that Yale had
The Washington times., 1907-06-28

TOtals -. 1l'lS ? = Totals - 10 q % 3
'Tierney hit by batted ball. Turner out for
not touching FIRST base.
81. vincent s-.-.--------.--- 7 o VI
Trinity .........-..-.........0 0 OF
The Washington times., 1907-06-28

'Hickman out: hit by batted ball.
Warrington. l 0 4 o.
New York.. 3 7 0 l lis
The Washington times., 1907-06-28
The Score:
Totals

Totals $4,000. Al Is % 's IA
The Washington times., 1907-06-28

Commerce 5s5iEz i:l1i:l and Labor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14

have been so fixed in this belief that the
full force of the republican diplomatic ma
chinery has been put forth to signalize
and distinguish him. Upon two occasions
orders went out from the State Depart
ment to our foreign embassies and lega-
lions to exploit him to the uttermost as
an eminent American. the purpose being
to keep him at the fore in the character Of
the one and only democrat of world wide
fame"
No man in our public life has keener or
kindlier appreciation of the conventions and
proprieties than Mr.. Watterson. With all
of his dash and good nature, which have
made him personally one of the most popu-
lar men of his generation, he is yet some
thing of the grand seigneur when it comes
to graver matters Of form: and had he been
republican and at the head of the State
Department his suggestions to the coun-
try's diplomatic representatives as to at
tentions to Mr.. Bryan during the latter's So
journ abroad would not have differed In the
slightest from those that were obeyed un-
der Mr.. Root. Mr.. Watterson would nave
been most particular about the matter. Two
things would have guided him. First, MS
personal Instincts. which are unfaihnsy
correct both toward friend and foe, and sec
ond his political instincts, which. while
they sometimes land him on the wrong
side. never land him there awkwardiy.
Had the administration pursued the OPP
posite course with Mr.. Bryan in this matter
it would have played directly into his hands
politically His friends here at home would
have raised a howl loud enough to be heard
from ocean to ocean. Had our ambassadors
to foreign governments ignored Mr.. Bryan,
or paid him only the attentions due to an
ordinary traveller, what would not his ad-
mirers have said about the churlishness of
such a policy! Did the administration
imagine it could snuff out such man by
such neglect? Had he not made a name
for himself second to that of no man of his
party of his day and was he not still the
recognized leader of his party? Did not
this entitle him to distinguished recog-
milton on the part of American officials
abroad he had for years been receiving
from all classes of citizens here at home?
1t must be the hot weather. Mr. Waiter
son is writing in hot town, to warm
constituency. and the season Is affecting
his delverances
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14
This Trouble-Girdled Sphere.

Trouble. trouble. trouble. in many quar-
ters. Down in Morocco the Moors are fight
Ing the French and Spaniards and threat
eEing holy war. Over in Korea the Ko-
reans are fighting the japanese and trying
to work up national contest against the
invader. IT Ireland the Irish have beer
fighting the English soldiery and also en-
deavoring to precipitate a rebellion In Rus
sia there is perennial trouble of most per
sistent and menacing kind.
Here in the United States the warfare is
OF an industrial and commercial and po-
htlcal character. but il is troublesome new
eTtheleSs. Owing TO repeated onslaughts by
federal and state governments against the
trusts Wall street is having fits Local
strikes are occurring in various quarters,
and 70 cap the climax the telegraphers have
left their keys and trying to tie up the
business of transmitting intelligence
The midsummer heat is getting in its
work. II is unsettling mems Judgment and
affecting their reasoning powers. 1t IS
aroUSjnE their belligerent qualities and lead
ing them on to radical actions Possibly all
this trouble in the world is due to the heat
Maybe 1t Is to be attributed to other
causes
Who can say that there is not a mys-
ferrous influence streaming toward this
planet from Mars. now in the closest con-
Junction with the earth for a long, long
Time! The god OF war gave his name to
the big red star. Many astronomers be-
lieve that the planet is inhabited Certain
markings on its surface are attributed to
the engineering activities OF these supposi-
titious Martians. The question arises Have
the militant Martians hypnotized the inhabi-
tants OF the earth. through the millions OF
f1aS Of hat N,...
day suffering. in short, from a sort OF wire.
less absent treatment to our serious discom.
future and loss2
This is a nut for the occultists to crack
Possibly their answer will relieve a load a
anxiety from the mundane mind
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14

Citizens of all shades of political opinion
are asking whether the so-CaIled trust
busting campaign has not gone far enough
at this time They are wondering whether
the administration and the state govern
ments have not hit too rapid a pace in their
pursuit of the big corporations. Certain
plain signs indicate as much to unpreJu-
diced minds. They point to a perilous loss
OF public confidence in unquestonably
sound securities and a state of extreme
nervousness regarding the value of others
more or less affected by the policy of cor
poratiOn regulation. The financial barom-
eter is low.
The effect of the unstable conditions in
the centers of trade and finance Is felt in
every city in the United States. With the
drop in quotations the national banks are
compelled to call upon their borrowers for
additional securities. In some cases this is
an impossible task In others it Is accom-
pllshed only through serious sacrifices. The
general result is a contraction of business,
which is already bearing unfortunately
upon all communities large and small.
Meanwhile the federal administration is
proceeding with its program of pursuing
the large corporations relentleSSly, pro-
claiming purpose to apply the law ruth
lessly and severely The sober Judgment
OF many men today is that there should be
a cessation of this form of radicalism for a
period TO allow the country to get its
breath and to form its estimate of actual
conditions
Those who now declare their belief that
the campaign has been pushed far enough
are In wise weakened In the opinion
that the government should curb the trusts.
There is undoubtedly a strong public 5enti-
ment against them. 1t is in the main en-
tirely justified by the history of the past
few years marked so conspicuously by the
reckless financial maneuvers of certain of
the railroad and industrial combinations
But so intimately are the corporations and
the business welfare of the country at this
time associated that it is impossible to dis
rupt the relations abruptly without causing
disaster
Whatever is done from this time forward
to bring about a more wholesome condition
OF trade in the United States should be
marked by extreme caution and wisdom. A
panic IS a possibility and panic Is always
a costly. disastrous experience.
What the country needs chiefly today is
a rest from agitation. a chance to recu-
perate. to count up the funds In hand, to
restore confidence at home and abroad
chiefly abroad it might be suggested-to
strengthen weak places, and to deliberate
upon permanent measures designed to pre-
vent future viola tons of the law and the
undue ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF a few corporate
organizations Cure of present ills rather
than punishment for past offenses is de-
manded in the interest of all classes of the
people
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14
Hoke Smith.

Gov. Smith of Georgia Is being compn-
mented on signing the prohibition act
although his own pocket will be heavily
affected by it. He is interested in an At
lanta hotel, and the profits of the bar have
been large. His share in these the governor
surrenders at the behest of the people, and
will go broke If they demand it to advance
the cause OF morality and good govern
ment.
Gov. Smith is a shrewd man. This is not
his first bow OF obedience to local public
sentiment He was a member of Mr.. Cleve-
lands cabinet when Mr.. Bryan was nomi-
mated at Chicago for President. The plat
form was as Objectionable to him as to his
chief and his colleagues at the cabinet
table. but while they repudiated 1t and gave
their sympathies either to the Palmer and
Buckner ticket or to Mr.. Mckinley direct
he resigned and returned home and sup
ported Mr. Bryan. -
1t looked like bad politics at the time.
The prediction was made that the Georgia
man had closed his public career. Both fac
lions of his party. 1t was thought, would
repudtate him-the Cleveland faction be.
cause OF his going over even reluctantly to
Organism. and the Bryan faction because
OF his basng his action apologetically on
party regularity. But he has prospered.
He won the governorship in a state where
silver has always had the call. and over a
competitor whose record on the subject, un-
like his own. was without a flaw
Will history repeat itself in this later
case? Gov. Smith. 1t Is stated is not a
prohibtionist He would prefer the policy
of local option. But public sentiment in
Georgia had declared for the more radica
policy and he yielded his views to what he
conceived to be his duty as governor. VIII
the whisky people resent his action, al
though taken against his convictions? VII
the temperance people fully appreciate Il?
The governor seems to be a good deal OF
| a politician. using the word in It's higher
and respectful meaning. He sounds. and
] when he thinks It advisable, follows. th<
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14
Taft.

1t is altogether likely that at their meet
ing yesterday the President and Secretary
Taft discussed the approaching visit of the
latter to Ohio. The subject is of general in
terest. and what Secretary shall say in
his speech at Columbus must be well to the
fore in the minds of both himself and his
chief
We may assume that the speaker will say
nothing on national issues not In line with
his own and the Administrations record
If the public is properly advised, Mr. Roose
welt and Judge Taft are in perfect agree
ment on all matters now in hand for settle
| ment Trusts, railroads, and the tariff are
the leading issues, and the attitude of both
men on all three is well known If Judge
Taft is a little more outspoken on the tariff
1t must not be forgotten that the President
several years ago in personal conversation
went quite as far the former did in his
speech last year in Maine Both are In
favor of tariff revision.
While Judge Taft at Columbus therefore
will in measure speak for the administra-
ton. he will not appear simply as the ad-
ministration's mouthpiece. He will stand
before his audience as an individual in his
own right, with personal fortunes at stake
and views of his own for their advance
ment. He has in effect been invited to
speak. not as the Secretary of War, but as
William H. Taft. an Ohio man with we'll
defined, favorably considered presidential
boom, and the hope of the support of his
home state in the contest for his party's
nomination. His supporters and fellow
citizens want to hear from him, and re-
ceive both tips and encourageme for
their further work in his behalf
Let us all be advised that it is no phono-
graph that will be set off at Columbus next
Monday Judge Taft is not to give out
something that has been spoken into him,
but will express opinions of his own, for
which he is willing to be held accountable
He is member of the administration has
helped to shape it's course, and Is in part
responsible for what stands In its name
But he Is more than that. He has courage
and individuality, and If elected President
will have policies of his own, and the
means, which he will employ, to carry them
out. There will be new man in the White
House for sure
Monday at Columbus should be worth
attention. quite much outside as inside
the state of Ohio.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14
Farm Opportunity.
rom the Baltimore American.

From the Baltimore American.
There is just now the contrasted situa-
ton of farm lands lying idle and of prices
for all farm products which, in some in
stances, have more than doubled when the
prices of a decade ago are used as the
standard for comparison. Wheat which in
the Chicago market sold for less than ~
cents the bushel In 1895, was quoted in that
same market at the close of last week
around 81 cents. Cotton. which a few years
ago sold for less than cents the pound.
is now quoted at more than ID cents the
pound. All kinos of farm produce, 1nclud-
ing live stock, has advanced in almost like
proportions. And yet there are at this
time several eastern states. the rich and
densely populated Empire state being one
of the number, in which abandoned farms
have multiplied SO continuously that the
problem of what to do about these deserted
lands Is becoming a serious one that Is
troubling the state government and con-
corning which even the national government
is to be asked to take some action
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14
San Francisco's Spirit.
From the Philadelphia Ledger.

The latest advices from San Francisco
evidence only the tireless energy Of the
people and the hope and optimism Of their
spirits From the beginning they have had
a common determination to call the catas-
trophe IA fire rather than an earthquake.
Inspiriting poems, articles pamphlets, books
have been sent out broadcast testfying to
the courage and confidence OF the in
habitants of this sorely tried COM
munity. Not suffering alone from the
wrath of nature, the citys own vul-
lures have settled around the bones to pluck
them of their remaining flesh. From all It's
troubles San Francisco is emerging victori-
ously and it deserves the praise and en-
couragement Of the world.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14
Mr.. Watterson and Mr.. Bryan.

These are warm days. both in point OF
meteorology and OF politics. Only hot stun
goes. The public expects nothing else. and
seems to appreciate nothing else. Maybe
this explains an editorial which Mr.. Wat
terson recently printed In his newspaper
on the subject of Mr.. Bryan and his pro-
spectiVe candidacy next year. Replying to
criticism OF some OF his recent deliver
Snces. Mr.. watterson said:
Tho Courier-Journal declared In answer
10 ehe claim OF Mr.. Bryans SURPRISING pop.
Olar strength that not since 1895 have the
republicans entertained the least fear oil
him. On the contrary IL 10 the opinion OF
tns republican leaders. as We averred and
here rsitsrate. that he 10 the one democrat
Rhom they think they Gao surely beat The1
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14

popular drift of things. Notwithstanding
his attitude toward Mr.. Bryan and silver in
1896, he is often mentioned now as good
man for second place on ticket with the
peerless leader sext year. and he may come
as well out of this temperance matter.
While he is not a prohibtionist. he is
obedent to the wishes of his constituents
on the subject, and as temperance Is a
powerful and growing issue in the south at
present. there may be high reward for
the stand he has taken.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14
Speaking of Hard Work !

The statesman of the present day
Hath duties manifold;
His path is not the pleasant way
That statesmen trod of old
He has to ride hurdle race
And smite a tennis ball,
And rush by train from place to place
To answer Dutys call.
He reads a lecture to mankind
Upon summer day,
And next, with truly rural mind,
He turns to making hay.
He has to arbitrate or fight
Each week in battles new,
And likewise stay awake at night
To think up things to do!
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14
The Moor.
From the Phila delphia Inquirer.

The news from Morocco continues to
grow In seriousness More French and
Spanish troops are being dispatched to the
Atlantic littoral, but II the situation should
so develop that war of exterminat ton
should be declared we shall have a long and
bloody contest, with the result doubtful
The Moors are about the only nation in the
world who have never been actually con-
quered. They have been beaten in many
battles near the coast. but this has never
meant that the whole nation, il one may SO
speak of the people, has been brought into
subsection.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14

Remarks from Charles M. Schwab on do
nestle economy are especially permissible
from Charles NJ. Schwab because the steel
trust cannot be held responsible for the
increased cost OF steak and other kitchen
necessities.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14
Have The Star Follow You.

Readers Of The Star may have The Even
ing and Sunday editions mailed to them In
any part OF the country at the rate Of 6oc
per month, or The Evening Star only Soc
per month. The address may be changed
as frequently as desired.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14
A Confusing Strike.
From the New York Tribune.


1t is a curious commentary on the present
complicated relations between capital and
labor in many industries and occupations
that a general strike of telegraph operators
can be called and not one person. perhaps,
in every hundred thousand indirectly af-
fected by the silencing of the wires know
what really caused the friction between the
men and the employing companies.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14
Indications on Wall Street.

What makes you think that man has lost
his prestige as a great financial power"
Because nobody goes about limiting that
he ought to be in jail
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14
A Standard Oil StanZa.

The penalty which they demand
Is very large; and yet l smile.
NV profits are collected, and
The fine will have to wait awhile.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14
Incorrigible.

eff you had all the money you spent In
years gone by said the thrifty man, think
Of what you could do with it,
1T would be pleasant" replied the spend
thrift thoughtfully. 1T would enable me
to smoke better cigars
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14

The opinion of Chicago professor that
Japan could give US a terrific tussle In
war may make John D. Rockefeller wish
he had founded naval academy instead Of
a college
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14

1t may become necessary to go further
than the provision that immigrants shall be
returned II proven of bad moral character
and require that they shall come equipped
with certificates OF good moral character
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14

Detectives on the trail of Judge Lands
may be looking to see whether any possible
pretext for levying another fine against
Standard Oil got away.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14

Kaid Maclean can now compare notes with
Perdicaris to ascertain which was shown
the most distinguished consideration while
enjoying Raisuls hospitality
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14

Methods employed by the Hunchakist
band to extort money are so violent as to
be disapproved by even the most hardened
members Of the police force.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14

Investigations may make Mr.. Hartman
hold on to his white clothes late into the
fall. In a desire to utilize any possible as
sistance in keeping COOL
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14

If there is any possible prospect Of Harry
Orchards release. he should be given
thorough course of treatment for the dyna-
mite habit
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14
SHOOTING STARS.
Varied Responsibilities.

do you regard yourself as servant OF
the republic?
ooh, yes answered Senator Sorghum
'but the fact that l am g. servant OF the
republic does not make me forget that
am the political boss of my particular dis
trict"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14

Messrs. Platt and Depew cam scarcely fail
to admire the determined manner in which
Superintendent of Insurance Kelsey refuses
to resign.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14

Senator Foraker seems to be almost far
enough out of the presidential race to start
over and surprise people as a dark horse.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14

No doubt the wild animals have taken ad-
vantage of the squabble between amateur
and professional naturalists to execute mar
velous pranks without fear of going on
record
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14
Memoranda Of the Journey.

did you do any writing while you were
abroad with your family?
Yes" answered Mr.. Cumrox.
Letters of travel?"
NO, Checks"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14
Sentiment the Great Force.


Z rom the view 1OrK POst
The men who went from Picking to Paris
In an automobile and the man who has
travelled from Tacoma to Oyster Bay in an
ox-cart were both actuated by that strange
force known as sentiment.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-08-14

The telegraphers' strike has made it
little more difficult for some OF the market
operators to hear bad news from Wall
street.