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The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
OLDER THAN THE NATION.
Notable Part Played by Baltimore Pa
per In Oar History.

per In Oar History.
From the Baltimore American
The Baltimore American VIII reach its
Bath birthday on Tuesday next Born
August 20. 1913, it tPs not only lived
through all the years thai have passed
since that date. but it hss lived to grow
stronger and more prosperous. 10 increase
in influence and in circulation. until to-
day it stands among the very best news
papers I'm the whole country.
There IS no other paper IN the United
States which has such a history; none
that can equal it in the part il has played
IN the life and development Of the Amer
lean nation.
Its first editor planted the germ OF the
present postal system.
In its Office the Declaration Of Inde,
pendence was first officially printed.
The woman in journalism first scored
a success in its management.
The ''Star-Spangled Banner" was first
published in its pages.
1t was the first advocate OF public
schools in this State
II was the earliest champion of Prof
Morse and the electric telegraph, and
one Of his largest patrons when the line
wac completed.
It was on its recommendation that a
tax was laid on the city passenger rail-
ways for the support OF the parks, so
that the people now enjoy the splendid
pleasure grounds without one cent Of ex.
pense.
To its agitation and recommendation
was due the establishment Of the Mary
land Historical Society. Of the Maryland
Institute for the Promotion Of Mechanical
Arts, OF the House Of Refuge, Of the
Mercantile Library, and the foundation
of public schools for colOred children.
1t advocated the Gunpowder water sup
ply long before its contemporaries.
During the civil war it did more to al
leviate suffering by donations and collect
ing funds and forwarding supplies than
any paper in the country.
1t has raised more money for charitable
ends than any paper in the South.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
INSPIRED BY THE HERALD.

Rome CGa) Tribune: The Washington
Herald is still advocating Hoke Smith
for something or other, it is hard to
tell just what.
Concord Monitor: The Washington Her
aid thinks it lucky for Standard oil
that Judge Kenesaw Mountain Lands
wasn't named Pixies Peak.
Beaumont CTex) Enterprise: In an ed
itorial on woman's dress. The Washington
Herald asks Where will women stop?'
At the remnant counter, every time.
Savannah News: Talk of an extraordi-
nary session of the Georgia legislature
moves The Washington Herald to doubt
if a more extraordinary session could
possibly be held than the one now doing
business in Atlanta.
Indianapolis News: rs the bathing
suit a crime?" queries a Southern con
temporary. AT most, it can be only a
petty misdemeanor." says the Loudoun
Va) Mirror. Petty, or pretty?-Wash-
ington Herald. Sometimes, we have been
informed, it is both
Charlotte Observer: a statement copied
in yesterdays Observer from The Wash
ington Herald shOWed that during the
month Of July, I,05s,776 cubic yards Of
earth were removed in excavadng for
the Panama Canal, against 7S0957 yards
in June. That Of July was the largest
months work that has been done. The
skeptical may possess their righteous
souls in peace. Uncle Sam is going to
dig that canal
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

lice to erectually cope with them. Is an
indisputable sign Of the Increase here Of
the most radical socialistic thought,
bordering, indeed, upon anarchism and
bringing in its wake certain depreciation
of moral fiber In the nation and, If per-
mitted TO persist. in time the triumph
Of the worst element Of the population and
the inevitable sapping Of the foundations
of society.
This Is an extreme view, indeed; but 1t
does not point to an impossible conclusion,
especially when considered in conjunction
with some other modern American tenden-
cies. largely imported from Europe.
Several recent public addresses by
capable observers have dealt with the ap-
parent shortcomings in our immigration
laws. which have been declared 10 be in
large part responsible for the social, aud
even some Of the political, ills OF the
day. We are, in short, assimilating too
many of the morally peverse and the
economically incompetent. Would it not
be well to heed the warning in time?
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
RECEIVERS FOR TRUSTS.
New York Paper Alarmed by Bona
parties New Policy.

parties New Policy.
From the New YORK Herald
II Dir. Bonaparte, the Attorney Gen
eral, has not been misquoted he favors
d policy big with menace for American
industry and commerce. After making
the announcement that his department
would prose cute all Iawbreakers-a some
what unnecessary announcement. for il is
his business and duty 10 prosecute them
he added that If the fine imposed on the
Standard oil Company were upheld the
government might appoint a receiver
to operate the convicted trust"
The logical application OF such amaz-
ing views would place the state in con-
troll OF all production and exchange-in
other words, Of the commerce and indus
try Of the entire country. A charge
brought against any company or corpora
tion might result in the imposition Of
crushing fine. and finally, in the appoint
ment of an official receiver Ito operate
the convicted company or corporation.
The government, IN fact, would be in a
position 10 treat any eTring Industrial OF
commercial organization as a BANKRUPT
or would be able % force bankruptcy
upon It and take over its direction. Thus
IN short space Of time the American
government may find Itself operating
railways, directing the iron and steel
trusts, and making shoes. peddIng
petroleum, and dealing in underclothing
and hosiery
Upon reading Mr.. Bonaparte's incred-
lble declaration Mr. Bryan must first
have rubbed his eyes, then his hands
he can never have expected TO see his
dream OF the state ownership of railways
seriously considered and its fullest devel-
opment confidently accepted By the
enemy" lie may even feel a little
chegTin 10 see his thunder stolen so
calmly
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
LegaIized Slang.

That slang is at least a semi-legitimate
growth of the English language has been
demonstrated by legal definition of
some Of its phrases. In the case OF the
State versus Hennessy in the Nevada Su-
preme Court a definition was sought of
the slang term, "all IN" The question
came up in connection with the admis-
sion in evidence Of a dying declaration.
the deelarants statement that he was
all in" being relied on 20 show that he
was under a sense Of impending death.
Tie court decided that the expression
i am all in Is one frequently made use
Of in the Western country. and when used
under the circumstances in question may
be taken to mean that the speaker con-
sidered that his life was practically at an
end.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
Spare the Buttermtlk.

Says the New York Press;
The newest article in the dairy business is the
buttemHk tablet Drop one into a quart Of sweet
milk, allow it 70 stand twenty-f0ur hours and you
have a perfectly delicious drink, The lactic acid is
supplied by the tablet which contains live micro
organisms. As soon as released these little fellows
get 20 work On the sweet milk and IN a day CON
vert 1t into 'darymans buttermiIk Of the highest
grade
We Go wish the scientists would stop!
If there is one thing in this world that
we do not want tampered with it is our
buttermilk supply The buttermik con-
sumer-and he is legion-is content and
serene in his enjoyment of the present
day article, honestly concocted and unpre-
tentiously served. ButtermiIk manufac-
tured along ancient and thoroughly tested
lines Is Joy forever. K is healthy. and
it makes the consume feel wealthy and
wise. Instance the cases Of the Hon.
Charles Warren Fairbanks.
But who wants to be imbibing stuff
dependent for its "deliciousness" upon
the pernicious activities Of bugs and wig
gletails released from the compact con
fines Of some sort of tablet?
Buttermilk, 10 those who cultivate its
acquaintance politely and courteously. is
a distinct and lasting blessing 1t rests
upon a poor mans stomach no less lightly
and no less gladly than that of a king.
It nourishes the weak; it refreshes the
strong. It doesn't cry its virtues from
the housetops, but it furnishes uplifting
and abundant inspiration TO those who
seek to know it at its best.
Why cannot it be let alone? Who han
kers for the scientists micrO-organisms?
All the adherents Of the clan ask
Charles Warren Fairbanks leading all
the rest-is that they be allowed butter
milk au natural That's ALL
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
col.

What does that stranger on the beach
mean by his signals?" demanded the
man at the helm. Did you ever see the
fellow before?'
NO answered the girl in the yacht
ing cap, but he has just proposed 70 ne
10y wigwag. and l have accepted him. Our
ongasenlent, therefore IS off. Kindly put
me Ashore"
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
Japanese Expansion.
! the Milwaukee sentinel.

Prom the Milwaukee sentinel
The victory over Russia made Japan
master Of some 1oo,CoO square miles Of
new and needed territory, and Of the
destinies Of kindred population Of H.
eO0.0o9. who will be ultimately benefited
by the political change. If progress IS
better than stagnation, modernization on
Western lines than the perpetual slumber
Of a stereotyped and stationary phase Of
ancient but primitive civilization which
reached its point Of arrested develop
ment centuries ago.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

The Hon. Gordon Lee. who represents
the Seventh Congressional district Of
Georgia, recently accepted from the con-
tractors his newly completed colonial
home at Chickamauga. Ga The new
house stands upon the site Of the old Lee
homestead. and it is said 10 be one Of
the handsoIIest structures in that sec
tion. 1t is a unique house. in that Mr..
Lee. always having a deep and senti.
mental regard for his ancestral home. re-
qulred the contractors 10 utilize all OF
the available material OF the old home
in constructing the new. The result is
that the Congressman is now preparing
70 move into a modern and up-to-date
residence. much Of which sheltered his
ancestors. Mr.. Lee is immensely popular,
personally as well as politically. through
out his district. ard he and Mrs. Lee
enjoy few things more than the enter
tainment Of their friends and neighbOrs.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
No Limitation of Armamcnts.

The question Of the limitation OF arnla-
ments was disposed of on Saturday in
The Hague Conference by the unanimous
adoption Of a resolution reafirming the
declaration on the same subject of the
first conference. As adopted, the resolu-
tion reads:
The conference confirms the resolution adopted
by the conference Of ls9 IN regard 10 the limitation
Of military expenditure which has considerable In
creased in nearly every ,ountry since that year.
The conference declares 1t 70 be highly desirable
that the governments represented should resume The
serious study of this question"
This purely sentimental expression of
opinion was proposed by Sir Edward Fry.
the head Of the British delegation, and
was supported by Mr.. Choate. on behalf
Of the American delegation, who voiced
the sympathy Of the American govern
ment with the views Of Sir Edward. In
an address which was heard by the con-
ference with intense interest the head of
the British delegation announced that the
British government had authorized this
declaration:
The government Of Great Britain would be ure-
pared annually 70 communicate to the powers who
would do the same the programme for the construc-
uon Of new vessels of and the expenditure en-
tailed IN that programme. This exchange Of in
formation would facilitate an exchange Of views be-
tween the governments 70 reductions which might
be enected By mutual agreement. The British gov
eTnment believes that in this way an understanding
might be reached 10 the expenditure which states
who agree 20 follow this course would be justified
in providing for in their budgets"
Sir Edward pointed out the startling
fact that the military and naval ex-
penditures Of the principal European
countries and the United States had in
creased from .OO0,0OO in 1899 to s, 1,6Oo.-
o0000O in 1906, and sarcastioally remarked;
Such is peace in the civilized world in
the twentieth century, Since the first
peace conference, but two countries. Chile
and Argentina, have concluded a dis
armament convention. while two costly
wars have been fought, not to mention
the intervention Of the powers in China
and numerousscoloniaI and South Amer
lean revolutions. Yet NJ Melidon. presi-
dent Of The conference. was moved to
say that the question Of the limitation
Of armaments is Immature. and that anv
serious discussion of il would tend to
injure the cause Of peace.
Inasmuch as The Hague Conference was
unable TO take any action more effective
than a sympathetic for Of words, it be-
comes a matter rest TO inquire
whether = Great britain
may tself the germs
OF a of limiting the
armam' least. of the
powers. ossible. for ex-
ample. tates and the
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
Bad PIace for Hysterin.

From the New York journal of Commerce.
Neither the national government nor
State governments are bent upon unset
Ting things. and if they were they would
not be allowed 10 do it. If there is any
thing like a crisis at hand It comes from
other causes, and the way to meet it is
not 10 lose your head and scream, but
face it in business-like way, like sober
men. Wall street is a bad place for an
exhibition of Mysteries
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
No WAR on Wealth

From the New York World
There is no war on wealth in the
United States. There is a feeling-and il
is almost universal-that the possessor of
wealth criminally gained should be pun
ished as a matter of justice, and that
the growth Of excessive wealth should
be checked as matter of prudence.
When President Roosevelt speaks for
the square deal' in business, and
equally when he saws that the rolling up
of gigantic fortunes must be stopped lest
It menace the republic. he has behind
him practically united public opinion
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
A LITTLE NONSENSE.
A FAIR EXCHANGE.

Maud Muller on a summers day lay dying
in Aigiers.
Meantime the soldier raked the hay with
which 10 feed the steers.
viii. ere some crank upward bobs, the
explanation file:
They'd gotten weary of their jobs and
traded of awhile
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
Nothing Doing.

The villain clamored for some dough.
He wanted ten.
The manager declined, and so
Without a cent he had TO so.
a Villains path is rocky, OH
EOiled again.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
Exposition Doing Better.

Recent visitors to Norfolk say that the
jamestown Exposition is now, for the
first time, in full swing. The average
attendance Is about $3.50 daily and grow
ing. North Carolina Day. with $500
people furnished the largest turnout since
Georgia Day The buildings and grounds
are to-day Ia fine shape, and all visitors
agree that the exposition, as a whole.
is exceptionally attractive. With the cut
ting down Of expenses and the Increasing
patronage the deficit has been materi-
ally reduced, but the financial outcome IS
still problematical and viii depend wholly
upon the attendance the next two months,
which promises 10 be large. The shows
on the War Path have Jared pretty well,
all things considered. one of them, a
spectacle, already has declared a 10 per
cent dividend. and the investment doubt
less viii yield 80 per cent for the exposi-
ton season. The hotels have fallen far
short of expectations. but their business
is now good Poor transportation facili-
ties by trolley between Norfolk and the
exposition have been the cause OF end
less complaint, and the defects have not
yet been fully corrected.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
ARE YOU GOING AWAY?

Subscribers who leave the city
temporarily should have The
Washington Herald mailed to
them. Addresses will be changed
as often IS requested. You can
not keep fully informed about
affairs IN Washington unless
your paper follows you.
Before leaving. mail or tele-
phone your address 10 this Of
nee.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
Corn and Civilization

From the Birmingham News.
Out in Kansas farmers daughter
eloped in an automobile, which shows
how closely akin big corn crops are 10
civilization and progress.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
It's Origin.

A man had two servants. TO each Of
whom he gave a talent One took his
talent to the race track. and that WIS
the day that six favorites lost Thus
came into being the phrase: Hard on
the TALENT
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

From the New York World
Mr.. Bryan IS doing excellent service for
his country when he writes 10 the Tokyo
Hochi Shimbum, a Japanese yellow
newspaper that the sober judgment of
America wants no war
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
It VII HnYe to 90.

What will the novelist do without a
conservatory"
What are you driving att"
Why, before long, everybody will be
living IN flats"
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

Hon. Cyclone" Smith is urged to enter
the race for the United States Senate in
South Carolina. IL was our understand
ing that Georgia possessed a copyright on
the only Cyclone Smith in that end of
the country
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

From the New York Times.
The constant Withdrawals Of tax money
from bank reserves are at the root Of
much Of the friction in our monetary sys-
TEN. In time we shall learn better
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

Mr.. Caleb Powers denies that he speci-
fed Congress as the goal Of his ambition
upon being released. but admits that he
did express determination 70 enter
politics Perhaps he merely meant Con-
gress, or something equally as bad.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

The TerTe HHute Tribune thinks The
Washington Herald is wrong. and that
real wayeTmel0us do sometimes get 10
Chicago. Where ignorance is bliss, It's
folly 10 be wise.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

An esteemed Virginia contemporary
gravely informs us that a gentleman of
its neighborhood recently caught a black
bass with fly weighing four pounds.
Texas fish that dine on jack rabbits are
mere minnOWs
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
One nIefhnd.

Il can take one drink and stop"
I'm"
''In fact. I invariably do"
Don't you ever buy in return?"
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
That hitter Tnste

From the Norfolk Landmark
Mr.. Bryan has put his government
ownership issue in pickle, but the coup.
Try makes a wry face in anticipation.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

a St. Louis boodler, rece ally released
from the penitentiary, has made his de-
bat In vaudeville. says the Chicago Ex-
aminer. This thing may result in the
next convicted bOOdler being sent up for
life.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

From the Rochester Herald.
If he feels in a real philanthropic frame
of mind, Mr.. Carnegie might come for
ward with an offer TO pay the So, 10000.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

Old Mars must wonder what the world
is coming 70 when Senator Bob Taylor
he of Love, Laughter, and Song
comes a-knocklng at the door and seeks
acquaintance!
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

A new breakfast food is said 20 be COM
posed largely Of ground corncobs. Doubt
less it is quite an Improvement on some
of them.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

A Texas man has raised a lemon as
big as an egg plant. lie must have
large and enthusiastic grudge against
some one of bis neighbors.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

Gov Conner, Of Alabama. says he will
pay no attention" TO Federal injunc-
uons, so far as the railroad situation is
concerned. Evidently the governors S con-
tempt Of the Federal courts is profound.
outspoken. and warranted not TO fade in
the wash.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

A New York judge has ruled that
woman was made to be mans boss.
Does anybody care 10 undertake to re-
verse the ruling?
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

Mayor schmitz still insists that he is
mayor Of San Francisco. This is not the
first case on record, however. where the
prisoner and the jury failed 10 agree.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
In Harness.

1T must be fun" suggested the friend,
ito daily daily @yith these shafts of Wit"
Not when you're hitched between en- -
responded the press humorist with q sickly
smile.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
Mhnt ThenF

"a Missouri man wants S1.e0 damages
because another man called him q fool"
Yes, but suppose he IS a fool?'
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
The Nan for the PIace.

From the Baltimore Sun
Gov Hoke Smith, of Georgia. is hereby
nominated for driver of the national
water wagon.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

The most casual reading of the news
papers Of the day viii reveal the fact
that practically there is no division in
the ranks of those who uphold the right
Of scribe to split his iafnitives TO his
hearts content
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

II will draw my share OF the load as
long as am able" says Mr.. Rockefeller.
No one doubts that, Now, If he would
only be content with his share.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

Raise fewer children" says Prof
Davenport. OF the University Of Chicago
But do not expect. in the meantime. TO be
appointed postmaster of your home town.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

Mr.. Richard Croker recently refused an
offer of 100000 TO write his life's story
for publication. He might obtain several
times that sum not To write it.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

How is she going to telegraph home
from the seashore for more money?"
asks the Baltimore sun. Don't worry
She viii soon learn the delightful posi-
bilities OF the sight draft.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

Trust Atlanta TO get the advertising out
Of it. Citizens Of that municipality are
now pointing with pride 10 the fact that
II Will be, on January J, the biggest pro-
hIbItLon town IN the United States.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

The bombardment Of Casa Blanca
made up in part, however. for the
ominOus quiet of Mr. " T. Stead.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

The Holy Jumpers have invaded New
York. They Will be kept on the jump, all
right.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

Both the companies and the telegraph
operators claim victory. IN the mean
time. the general public isn't claiming
anything.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
ADRIFT WITH THE TINES.
z'rum the birmingham Age Herald.
4 SUMMER IDYL.

She had a pair Of lovely eyes,
A manner most enhancing,
That filled a fellow with surprise
And set his heart 10 dancing
FOTsUDth, she seemed the sweetest thing
Tha- ever pracuced breathing,
Her face was Ike the face of spring
When sunny smiles are wreathing.
On. gentle were the words she spoke,
Like lovely music stealing.
And gladly would he wear the yoke
Her suitor humbly kneelng.
Just So the little game went on,
A woOing most romantic,
The man himself was SO far gone
His passion made him frantic.
Now, did they marry7 Well, not muchl
This light, seashore loyemaking
Is Ike false hair, and teeth. aad such
A form Of nature-faking.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19

Why, Gov. Vardaman, should a man
want to be a United States Senator when
he can be an editor?
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
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that purpose.
All communications iutendCd for this
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Sunday issue, should be addressed 10
THE WASHINGTON HERALD.
The Washington herald., 1907-08-19
Socialism and Individualism.

Mr. John Temple Graves is too gener
Jus. He is for everybody for President