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The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01
ROOSEVELT AND THE PRESIDENCY.

The impression is growing among political OBJ
servers that when the time comes for the holding
OF the Republican convention to nominate cand-
date for the presidency matters political will be so
badly mixed that the only man who can be nom-
mated without prolonged contest will be Theodore
Roosevelt While there are indications that Sec
retary Taft will have the Ohio delegation, if he de-
sres it, there is disputng the fact that his cand
dacy will cause much friction in several of the west
ern states.
Well equipped as Secretary Taft is to fill any
public position there are many who resent the idea
of the administration naming the presidential candi
date. There have been some sharp suggestions
concerning the presidents booming OF Taft and
also pointed ntimations that if Mr.. Roosevelt de-
sres to continue commanding force in the politics
of the country he must again take the Republican
nomination for president. The American people
have never desired president by proxy and though
some of the chosen to this high office have not
been of CONSPICUOUS capacity they have all been
men who acted upon their own initiative. and there
has never been suspicion that national executive
was simply puppet worked by his predecessor.
There are friends Of Secretary Taft who will, of
course, say he would be real president and would
follow out his own ideas, but so many are of the
impression that any who could be nominated
at the presidents dictaton would merely represent
him. that the only thing to do seems to be to re-
nominate President Roosevelt.
Ii did appear that his statement on the
night of the last presidential election that he would
not again be candidate would greatly weaken him
before the people and possibly prevent his election
but as time goes by the Importance OF that state
ment dwindles.
Democratic policies have been well supported
by the president and he is thoroughly identified
with certain matters OF grave national concern that
his denomination would appear at least natural AS
he has been only once before nominated for the
presidency the reasonable objection to third term
which SO many allow to govern them do not apply
to him OF course, no is foolish enough to con-
tend that the denomination Of the president or the
choice of any particular candidate is necessary Tor
the welfare of the government and the people. The
present situation is peculiar, and as there is no SEN
timental or practical why if the next presi-
dent is to be fully under the sway of Roosevelt
ideas, the next president should not be Theodore
Roosevelt
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01
DESPICABLE WORK.

II is curious, not to say sinister, condition
that has been revealed in connection with the en-
poyment OF New York detectives in the domestic
difficulties between scion OF the house of Gould
and his wife. 1t would appear that for years
wealthy men have been able to obtain the services
of the New York detective bureau for their private
spying by paying fee, which it need not be said is
generally generous.
Happily such condition is not general. In
deed it may be doubted if parallel to it could be
found anywhere else than in the domains of the
czar where the police service is little better than
service for the benefit of the bureaucracy and
the aristocracy.
Commissioner Bnghams probing has brought
out the fact that New York millionaire has hired
men of the municipal detective bureau to shadow
not only his wife but those he considered his enc
mics, either for the purpose of obtaining evidence
himself preventing others from securing it
against him.
There is general contempt for the private de-
tective agencies, which often make business Of
manufacturing evidence for use in divorce cases (;
but the employment of regularly. paid public SER
wants in such work calls for the severest condemna-
ton.
Nor should any man, however high his posi-
ton or valuable his services, be permitted to remain
in the department. who has been conclusively
shown to have been engaged in such despicable
commerce.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01

pat policy, 1t is interesting to find editorial IN
that journal in reply to the New York Times COM
ment upon what is alleged as change of front.
The Tribune shows wisdom in announcing
I'VE do not believe in making fetch of consist
ency, and are willing to abandon views which we
find TO be unsupported and mistaken. 1t states,
also, that it never approved the stand-pat theory.
The Tribune. furthermore. shows it favored Cuban
reciprocity. and points with pride to the fact that
just after President Roosevelts election it used the
following language: "The iron and steel schedules
have certainly been outgrown and need revision
Some tinplatc manufacturers concede that they do
not need any longer the protection which they re-
eeive. The leather duties. which were intended to
protect cattle rasers, seem by miscalculation to
have resulted in hampering the manufacture for ex-
port OF heavy leather goods made from thick South
American hides and in making those goods unneces-
sary dear at home. Then, more ard more the
people realize the shortsightedness and folly of
taxes on books and art. The supposed benefciaries
OF these taxes almost unanimously demand their
repeal"
OF course promises Of tariff reduction have
been made by Republican orators and organs that
were never meant be kept, but the declaration of
the Tribune that there stronger reasons for re-
vision now than in 1904 is conclusive proof of gen
eral feeling among Republicans that because of ex-
listing conditions revision is right and necessary.
In fact this is great questioning time and on
so important matter as tariff revision it is pleas
ant TO note that the abest and staunchcst Repub-
lican journal in the country is in favor of early
change in the schedules.
This leads to the belief that the Republican
party has observed the earnestness of tariff revision
sentiment, and will take up the subject at early
a date as possible. The Tribune should see that
the good work is started at the opening OF the next
congress, in December.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01
THE TELEPHONE REPORT.

More than two weeks ago and again last
evening The News-Democrat announced exclu-
sively that by vote of six to the city
council committee having under consideration
the petition of the Home Telephone company
for franchise to do business in this city, had de-
cided TO report against the granting OF that petition
and in favor of giving the Providence Telephone
company an exclusive franchise for the period of
six years.
That the statements then made were accurate
is borne out by the printed report of the committee
which has just been made public The public is
now in possession OF the whole case, for the report
OF the minority as we'll as of the majority is before
it. Moreover, the members of the city council, who
will be the final arbiters in the case have the bene-
fit of two reports prepared with great patience, and
with praiseworthy thoroughness, to guide them in
their action
1t is not to be denied that the terms offered by
the Providence Telephone company in return for
the privilege OF six years exclusive franchise are
attractive They will materially lessen the cost of
telephone service to citizens they will increase the
efficiency of that service and they will, moreover,
enhance the citys income from this source.
Obviously, il the majority report is finally
adopted by the city council the city and its citizens
Will receive some very advantages,
these no doubt will appeal strongly not alone to
telephone subscribers but to the members of the
city government who seeking Just and equ-
table solution of the problem.
Although the minority of the committee con-
sists of but single member it must be confessed
he presents an argument, supported by what appear
unquestonable facts, that is entitled to most seri
consideration.
1t is conceded the telephone business is most
peculiar and one that apparently calls for mon
opoly rather than competition in that competition
would seemingly impose heavier expense upon tele-
phone subscribers. However, this contention is
frankly answered by the report of the minority OF
the committee.
AS the matter stands, there should be no hasty
Judgment. With all the facts on both sides ar
ranged for its information after long and search
ing inquiry by the special committee, the city coun-
Gil itself should take ample time to consider and
digest them ALL and when it has done this to render
its decision in accordance with its sincere belief OF
what will be best for the city and its citizens.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01
MUSICAL PROGRAM AT
CALVARY CHURCH

The music at the Calvary Baptist
church tomorrow will be as follows:
Morning Service-Prelude, Andante
Religioso, Merkel; anthem, Venite In
A. Schneider; response. Lord. Have
Mercy, Fortay; anthem. Communion
Hymn, Goodrich postlude, Professional
March. Flagler.
Evening Service-Organ recital, 7:15-
1880; Cantiline. Rheinberger: Nuptial
March. Guilmant; Humoresque, Dvorak;
selection by male quartet, I'm Heaven
ly Love Abiding" Trowbridge; anthem
by mixed quartet, Sing a Song OF
Praise. Stainer response by male
quartet, Father, Whose Hand. Gerrish:
tenor solo. God of the Earnest Heart"
Whiting; hymn by mixed quartet,
Nothing But Leaves, Vail postfude.
Triumphal March, Sainton- Dolby
George Albert Goulding, orgauist
and director; Helen l.. Ames, soprano:
Alice L. Ward. contralto; Ernest
Ruether. tenor; r. l.. Cummings. tenor;
Charles II. Everett. bass; Robert l..
Spencer, bass.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01
EAST PROVIDENCE TO
CELEBRATE FOURTH

East Providence is expected to have
glorious Fourth Of July celebration this
year. A meeting of the members OF the
East Providence Business Mems associa-
ton has been called for next Monday for
the consideration OF various projects for
the celebration. The fund to pay for the
demonstration will be taken up by pri-
vate subscription.
A first-class band will be engaged and
on the night before the Fourth band
concert will be given I'm Watchemoket
square, after which there Is TO be a mon
ster bonfire on Fort hill. The town will
be awakened about o'clock on the morn
ing of the Fourth by great din OF whis-
ties, bells and other noise-making instru-
ments, the patriotic-inspired commotion
to continue until o'clock.
There will be street parade at about
10 o'clock I'm the morning. IL Is expected
that many OF the school children will
march. There are also plans for the con-
struction OF several patriotic floats. The
parade will proceed through the main
banding at Grosvenordale field, Taunton
avenue.
At this point there will be a large band
stand from which a concert will he given
after the parade. Prominent speakers
will deliver Fourth of July orations.
Another band concert Is planned at
Grosvenordale field, and II is expected
that the four fire engine companies of the
town will contest for the championship
OF the town.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01
MISS DENNEHY TELLS
OF THE PROBATION LAW

The weekly meeting OF the w. c. T. L..
was held yesterday afternoon at 3 o'clock
at the home OF Mrs. J.. w. Cooper, 206
Howell street. Mrs. Cooper presided.
The speaker OF the afternoon. Miss
Margaret II. Dennehy. superintendent OF
the Providence Rescue Mission and pro-
baton officer for girls, spoke on the pro-
baton law, which, she said. was great
help to the police department She said
II limited the power OF the professional
bondsmen. which had been a great fac
tor against the reclamation OF the girls,
who are now under the law placed on
probation I'm Miss Dennehy's care, instead
of being bailed out to go deeper in evil
ways. She said that only / per cent OF
offenders are now bailed out, the rest be-
ing sent TO the House OF the Good Shep-
herd. to the Rescue Mission or to homes
In farm houses where they have a chance
to begin life anew.
Miss Dennehy spoke of the evil done by
the attendance Of boys and girls at cheap
shows. After mentioning the passage of
the law restricting the attendance at
theatres OF boys under II and girls under
Is unaccompanied by adults. she said that
the law Is not enforced. citing a recent
instance in her own experience. When
passing a theatre. she saw three children
entering and succeeded. after much ar
gument in carrying of the children.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01
MAYOR SCORES
ON QUESTION OF
WEIGHING COAL

that their salaries were inadequate 20
meet the increased cost OF living. and
asking for an increase OF at least 20 per
cent. The petition was indorsed by the
high school principals
President Rueckert also presented pc
titon from the kindergarten teachers TO
"A similar effect. The kindergartnSrs rep
resented that their salary scale was the
same as on June 30. 1899 and wanted a
fiat increase~7of 800
Prof Wilson moved the appointment OF
a joint committee. TO consist OF the mem-
bcrs OF the executive. high school and
grammar school committees, 10 consider
the whole matter OF readJustment or sal
aries. The motion was adopted.
President Rueckert read a communica-
tion from Miss Ellen lie Garde. instruc-
tor in physical training, recommending
an appropriation OF 800 from the school
funds for the coming year 10 provide
glasses TO be loaned pupils OF defective
eyesight whose parents could not afford
TO purchase them. The plan was indorsed
by the medical examiners In the schools.
The communication was referred to the
committee on hygiene.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01
FOR TARIFF REVISION.

That there is strong sentiment in this coun-
try in favor of revision of the Dingey tariff law
is strikingly evidenced by the sturdy support given
the movement by the New York Tribune If there
Is one paper that for thirty or more years has un-
falteringly upheld the Republican party and accept
ed any principle its leaders might announce, that
newspaper is the New York Tribune. 1t is con-
ceded that Republican policies have been ably sup
ported by the Tribune and as everyone supposed
the Republican party was committed to the stand
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01
TODAY'S DIVERSIONS

PROVIDENCE OPERA HOUSE-"The
Poor Devil"
PROVIDENCE OPERA HOUsE-"The
Chosen People"
KEITWs-"The Heir 10 the Hoorah."
Fair Virginia"
Shenandoah"
VANITY FAIR-Band Concert. open
Air Circus and other Attractions.
Pictures and Illus.
trated Songs.
LYMC-Moving Pictures and vsude-
VILE.
SCENIC TEMPLE-Moving Pictures.
illustrated Songs and Vaudeville.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01
BOY FALLS INTO RIVER
AND is RESCUED

Clarence Larvin. aged s, of Mechanic
street. Westerly, nearly lost his life yes.
terday noon by falling into the Pawca-
tuck river. Just north OF the Lorraine
mill. He was playing with several other
small children when he tumbled In.
Patrick Neville rescued the boy, but II
was some time after a physician arrived
before consciousness was restored
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01

Mr.. Hartman was lenient toward the dis
charged clerk who sold private letter to news
paper but then Mr.. Hartman may himself be
candidate for leniency before many months have
passed
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01

This is the last month for registration. If be-
fore its expiration your name is not on the list you
will have no vote at the election in November next
which promises to be the most momentous in the
states history
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01

Western justice still continues to show symp-
toms of swiftness A Nebraska murderer was re-
Gently given his preliminary trial on an express
train going at top speed.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01

The unreasonable weather has contributed at
least one boon-t has kept the idiot who rocks the
boat from his usual warm weather explorations.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01

II this weather continues New York cannot
open her roof gardens until they have been equip
ped with open CRATE fires.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01

Even though George f. Baer does keep up
the price of coal he is entitled at least to the credit
of having furnished the children of Reading with
a playground.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01

Pittsburg is getting the remnants of the Hartje
case into the pententary and is good deal better
as result.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01

In the matter of the telephone reports, as in
others. The News-Democrat prints the news when
IL is news.
The news-democrat. (Providence, R.I.) 1906-1909, 1907-06-01

President Rueckert presented a petition
OF the high school teachers setting forth
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1907-04-25
THE HEARING STORMY.
Prominent Insurance Men Discuss
Proposed amendments.
By Telegraph to The Tribune !

Albany. April 24-In strong opposition 10 Tie
demands OF Samuel Untermyer for the Interna-
onel policyholders' committee that more stringent
legislation regulating insurance company elections
be enacted. representatives Of the three big life
companies told the Insurance Committees at a Joint
hearing tonight that the Hughes law should have
a more thorough trial before any new insurance
legislation was enacted.
Among those present were Second Vice President
George r. Dexter. OF the Mutual; Secretary VIII
lam Alexander, OF the Equitable: Secretary John
G Mccall. Of the New York Life; General Solicitor
James McKeen. Of the Mutual Hiram r Steele a
trustee OF the New York Life: c. r. Scrugham
secretary. and Samuel Untermyer counsel of the
international policyholders' committee; Robert
Lynn Cox, attorney FOR the Association OF Life
Insurance Presidents: Jay r. Lawshe. chairman Of
the board OF election inspectors of the New York
Life and Joseph A. Arnold. of the similar board Of
the Mutual Superintendent Otto Kelsey Of the
State Insurance Department. was an interested
listener.
Mr.. Cnternyer repeated his charges OF fraud at
the last election OF directors. said that unless
fairer election could be guaranteed entire charge
Of all future elections should be given the Su-
peTintendent OF Insurance else no election should
be held and the Legislature itself appoint the d.
Frequent Interruptions annoyed Mr. T-ntermyer
lie particularly resented questions addressed him
7 refuse to answer the Senator he vehemently
exclaimed. They are not pertinent. and I
here TO answer iInpertinent questions prompted By
dubious motives.
1t seems that the gentleman is tho only man
present who has any rights here tonight all
retOrted Senator Sohmer He refuses give this
committee perfectly legitimate information about
the amount OF money lie himself expended during
the election"
The hearing had hardly begun before there was
q clash between Messrs. UnteTmyeT and McF[een.
The latter condemned the proposition 10 give the
Superintendent OF Insurance power 10 make rules
for conduct Of elections OF directors Charges
have been made he said, "of fraud and forgery
connection with the election OF directors.
After personal and minute Investigation and out
lion ticket ind only one ballot which there
could be the slightest question
Judge Steele declared that the new law had not
had a thorough test. and should not be amended at
this time. He questioned the right OF the Legis-
lature 20 forbid voting by proxies.
Both sides have until next Monday 20 file pro-
posed amendments TO the pending bills.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1907-04-25
WATER POWER PLANS
FuHcr-O'BriaR Bill authorizes State
Board to Draft Them.
~ Telerraph . The Trlhune. ]

Albany. April 24-SenatOr Fuller and As
sembyman O'Brian. Of Buffalo. introduced to-
day bin authorizing the State Water Supply
/ Commission TO draft plans for utilizing the
! Matsr powers Of The state under state ownership
and control This measure comes from the
New FORK city Board Of Trade and Transporta-
lion. but agrees entirely with the spirit OF a
recent report from the State Water supply
q commission and with the idea Governor Hughes
expressed in his message 10 the Legislature.
The measure provides that the commission
shall take up first the investigation Of the prin-
Cipal and most available water powers which
may be called 10 its attention by any city. town
ar county All information possible shall be
collected by the commission and this shall be
collated into q report 10 the Governor and the
Legisla ture by January l. 1908. II the develop
fment OF power in any place makes necessary
the building Of dam details Of its construc-
zion. with The probable revenue. shall be fur
Nished. The commission is 10 recommend
specifically what works 10 be undertaken
first
An appropriation OF $4,000 TO carry out the
work is made. Governor Hughes at various
times has expressed his strong opposition TO the
state giving its available water powers TO pri-
waite interests II this bill became law meas
ures like The Merritt constitutional amendment
ior the Long Saut power scheme would be in
direct conflict with a well defined state policy
hnd would stand little chance OF adoption.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1907-04-25
MARTIN CASE ARREST.
Dcckhand Held on UOrkmdH s Story
Detectives Confident.


Dover Del. April 24.-The Marvin kidnapping
mystery may soon be solved. state Detectives
James L. Hawkins and Frank J. Lore. of Della
ware and New Jersey. respectively, to-day ar
rested Frank II. Butte. deckhand on the
steamer John =. Wis7c. the charge Of MUIR
dcring the lad. Butler was remanded TO IN"
Kent County jail here without bail for pre-
Iiminarv hearing before Magistrate Wood to-
morrow Lore wishes TO put Butler through the
third degree 20 get confession.
Hawkins and Lore spent three hours with
Butler in his cell When they emerged Lore
said: 1t is one Of the simplest cases 1 have
ever tackled. and the people will be surprised
wher It is all over" Hawkins also declared:
We have our man of that am certain
The steamer was boarded by the detectives at
Philadelphia last night When the boat reached
Delaware waters the arrest was made The
Delaware and New jersey detectives believe
that the child was killed. accidentally or othe=-
wise. and his body buried.
Butler denies knowledge of the disappearance
OF the child and re!.crates that the boy was
sitting on haystack the Marvin farm when
he and several other men who were moving the
effects Of the former owner of the land left the
place.
The arrest Of Butler was made principally
upon a statement by a man named Caldwell.
who was working with Butler the day the child
disappeared Butler he says was ordered To
go to the barn and load up wheat screenings IN
bags. This he did. and When Caldwell later
entered the barn ne found that Butler had load
ed three bags into wagon and fourth was
lying on the floor of the barn. Caldwell says
he lifted this bag into the wagon himself and
found il heavy. although Butler had said ii was
filled with corls. such as used by fishermen
for nets. This bag. Caldwell says disappeared
Acting on the theory that this bag contained the
body OF the child. the detectives decided to
charge Butler with murder,