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The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
WAGE FIXING AND THE STATE
Oklahoma Legislature Responsible
for n Radical Measure.

Oklahoma Legislature Responsible
for n Radical Measure.
From the Chicago Record Herald
AS a sociological laboratory" Okla
homa is as young in years-or months
as she is daring in spirit. It is no ex-
aggeration 10 say. as a special dispatch
from Guthrie 10 the Record Herald did.
that the most radical labor bill ever
passed by a State legislature" is before
Gov. Haskell for approval OF disapproval
and that. in view Of the experiments
and achievements Of Australian states
and New Zealand. IS saying a good deal
There is a system Of what is called
new protection" in Australia, under
which. in certain industries. the benefits
OF import duties are extended only "a
those manufacturers who pay reason
able wages" the courts being the judges
of rcasonableness in any given case. II
Is proposed to apply this system 20 all
industry and commerce in Australia that
enjoys tariff protection. but the theory
Of that legislation is that since protec-
tion is avowedly designed 70 benefit labor
as well as capital, the State may under
take 10 see that the advantage Is fairly
distributed.
The Australian compulsory arbitration
acts involve and occasionally lead 10 the
fixing Of wages by courts, but they are
without power Of initiative. nor does the
state directly deal with wage schedules
In England bill is now pending which
for the "sweated industries" creates a
commission 10 FIX minimum wage stand
ards in the interest Of public health
morals. and decent living. IN France some
public men are proposing laws establish
ing minimum wages. in order to prevent
oppression and parasitism. but there Is
no likelihood OF any such legislation In
the near future Much milder social re-
form bills have been held up" in Parlia-
ment.
Okiahcma's legislature, therefore, Is en-
titled to claim the prize for boldness and
radicalism in social legislation. The meas
urc above referred to gives the State
labor commissioner the power TO order
either advances or reductions in wages
as he may see fit in the light of the
state of trade and profits and losses. en-
players being reqdired to report to him
annually and furnish full information
concerning their business.
Would such an act be sustained by the
courts under the Federal Constitution
II is notorious that far less drastic laws
have been set aside as improper infringe
ments or the rights to property, contract
and freedom.
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
LOST MEDAL RETURNED.
UnuEunI Interest in Incident OF
Dewey Celebration in New York.

UnuEunI Interest in Incident OF
Dewey Celebration in New York.
An incident OF unusual interest has
come to light in connection with the trip
OF the Corcoran Cadet Corps, Company
E, First Regiment. TO New York City
ten years ago. to participate in the Dewey
celebration.
A gold medal presented 70 Lieut. w
Laurence Hazard by the corps and worn
by him in the big parade, was lost. and
diligent search failed TO locate II.
Last week. through a letter addressed
to the Corcoran Cadet Corps. by E. W.
Christoffers, Of New York City, the lost
medal was returned, having been found
at the time of the celebration by a rela-
tive. who scanned the papers for a
notice of its loss. Finding none it was
laid aside and forgotten. until Mr.. Christ
offers ran across IL recently. resulting in
its return TO Lieut. Hazard.
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
WEATHER CONDITIONS.
Q. S. Dept. Of Agriculture. Weather Burear
Manhsrrfo., Caar.-Anu Af... a tnoa .


Washington. Saturday. May q 1865 p. m
During the past week heavy rains have occurred
in localities in Southern New England, the Middle
and South Atlantic States the Lower Ohio and
Upper Mississippi valleys. Oklahoma. Texas south
ern Montana and Wyoming In Maine and South
em California no rainfall has been reported and
fair weather prevailed after the l7h in the South
ern States from Louisiana 20 the Atlantic coast
Freezing temperatures were reported in the Dako-
tas, Nebraska, Montana. Wyoming Colorado. Utah.
Nevada. and Idaho. Over eastern portions Of the
country temperatures averaged somewhat above the
seasonal average
An AREA Of scattered rains that now covers the
Middle Western and Southwestern States will ex-
tend over ;he central valleys Sunday. and reach
the Middle and South Atlantic States Monday.
Temperature changes will be unimportant
Tho winds Sunday on the New England coast
viii be fresh from westerly tho Middle and
South Atlantic coasts light and variable, on the
Gulf coast fresh 10 brisk from southerly and on
the Great Lakes fresh from westerly, shifting 10
northeast and east.
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
TALE OF OTHER DAYS
De Witt Clinton Smith Saw
Washington's Face.
SAW THE BODY TRANSFERRED
Present at Mount Vernon when Re-
mains of Father of His Country
Were Moved from Old Grave to the
Present TOmb-Witnessed Running
OF First Train Into the Capital.

De Witt Clinton Smith, OF Wheeling,
w. Va, a guest at the Ethelhurst, Fif-
teenth and L streets northwest, enjoys
the distinction of being the only man
alive to-day who has looked upon the
body OF George Washington.
Mr.. Smith is eighty-four years old, and
some OF the scenes he has witnessed are
remarkable,
He was born in Alexandria, Va. and
the first recollection he has OF an i'm
portant speech was when he walked from
Alexandria TO Washington, in 1857. TO
witness the opening Of the new Baltimore
and Ohio Railroad station, and saw the
first steam railroad train that ever enter
ed Washington.
Beginning of the Capitol.
His mother was one OF the thirteen
girls who represented the thirteen States
at the l6ying OF the corner stone OF the
Capitol. and his great grandfather. Col.
Barton Lucas, was in command Of the
parade.
In speaking Of his view Of Washington.
Mr.. Smith said:
i was living at that time in Alexan-
dria, ar my brother. who is some TWEEN
ty-fve years older than I, was at the
head Of the Green Furniture Company.
This company was called upon 10
make the casket, in which Washington's
body now reposes. az the time II was
transferred from the old grave at Mount
Vernon to the present tomb. After the
casket had been completed. I rode with
my brother to Mount Vernon and Wit
messed the transfer OF the body.
The remains were well preserved, and
the outlines Of the face were such they
could be readily recognized
4 was then a boy about ten years old,
but l have never forgotten the FACE Of
the Father OF His Country
Yesterday Mr. Smith paid a visit 20
Alexandra and Mount Vernon, accom-
panied by his daughter, Miss Elizabeth
Smith He was warmly received by the
women at Mount Vernon. and asked 10
nake a speech. bat owing 10 his in
firmities begged to be excused.
Changes in Alexandria.
In speaking OF the changes in Alexsn-
dria. Mr.. Smith said there was but one
firm running under the same name as
when be left there In 1916. Mr.. Smith
resided for a number Of years In Gin
cinnati but two years ago he moved 20
Wheeling
On Friday morning Mr.. Smith and his
daughter were guests Of President
Roosevelt.
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
How They Drink at Rawhide.
1n the san Francisoo Chronicle

From The San Francisco Chronicle.
Tex Ricard? Where have l heard that
name?" mused a guest at the st. Francis
as a boy came back from the dining
room calling aloud: Mr.. Tex Ricard.
Mr.. Tex Ricardr'
Nevada" volunteered a late arrival.
That's him over there forninst the
door that fellow talkin' like lIghtnin'
and chawin' the cigar sittin' on the
sofey.
They thought he was dlppy at Raw
hide when he paid 5000 last week for n
little old corner lot bout the size Of this
office. but he ran up a buildin' and
started the sixty-second saloon In the
town"
They must drink lot in Rawhide?"
They drink enough in two days 10
pay for Tex Ricards"
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
Another Hotel Theft Reported

Miss Louise B. Fitz. OF 43 Beale street.
Brookline, Mass, a guest az the Rlggs
House. reported to the police that some
time yesterday her room had been entered
and a sold watch, set in a snakeskIn
bracelet, had been stolen. In the past
few weeks. reports Of robberies in various
hotels have been frequent. One or two
arrests have been made, but the thefts
continue, and Il is believed that an or
ganized gang Of hotel thieves is working
the city.
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
NOT THE MISS ASHTON.
Nurse Not the 0ne Arrested In a
Robbery Case.

Miss Edith Ashton. a nurse living at
1211 Ninth street northwest. says she was
engaged on case at the time the report
that a Miss Edith Ashton was arrested in
connection with the theft of a diamond
stud Thursday night from Alvin J. Pat
terson. OF Cincinnati.
She added that it would be impossible
for her to have been connected with the
affair, as her patient. James H McGnl
died late that night and she was con-
stantly with him.
The fact that her name is the same as
that of the person arrested places her in
an embarrassing position and does her
an injustice.
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
LOAN COMPANIES.
DIED.

BAkER-On Friday, May 2 1905 at P1lrcellTills.
Va. LIZZIE b. wife Of Thomas C. Baker.
Funeral al P1TGilville Sunday. May a. at l
O'Clock
B0YLAND-On Friday. Nay 2. 1905. at SIS p. n.
JOHN ANDREW BOYLAND ared fortv-seren
years husband ot Nellie o'Bren Boyland ard
father Of John E and Thomas NJ Boyland-
Funeral Monday. May 3 from his late resi-
dence, 2a5 Washington circle al $50 a. n
thence 70 St stephens Church TEcnty-ffth
and PennsylFania avenue. Internent IN Mount
Olivet Cemetery.
BURRILL-suddenly. on Friday Nay y. lsOs At
her residence. I7l6 Seventeenth street northwest
CLARA T.. widow Of John Il. Burin and be-
loved mother Of Edmond A. BuuiI Mary P.
Buuill. and Mrs Roscoe c. Bruce.
Funeral from her late residence Monday afternoon
MAY ., al go O'Clock. Relatives and friends
invited.
CHASE-on Wednesday evening. Nay 20 1905 al
30 O'Clock BASIL NJ. beloved husband Of tho
late Jane T. Chase and fElher Of Costina T.
Chase and the late Addie H. Chase. departed
this life at rs residence. l2Ji NJ street north
Funeral services on Sunday. Mag D. at l ?. n.
from Galbraith a. NJ (. Zion Church Rela-
tiyes and friends invited 10 attend
.CosTELLO-On Friday May p 1905. ROBERT
F., the beloved husband Of Minnie T. Costello
(nee SULLIVAN
Funeral from his late residence IS II street north
east, on Monday m0TIiug. May 3, at $50 a m
thence 10 ST. AloySius' Church. where requiem
mass will be said for the repose Of his soul AZ
a. H. Relatives and friends arc respectfully
invited 20 attend
HOLLAND-On Friday, May p 1905. at $50 a N.
CHARLES MARTIN, SOD Of Adelia and the late
Felic c. Holland.
Funeral rrvatel from his late residence, l2 Fifth
street northeast on Monday. May .. az O'Clock:
thence 10 81. Peters Church where requiem mass
VIII b said for the repose Of bis soul. Friends
invited.
KENNEDy-Suddeuly. on Friday, May 2, Es. at
sl5 a. m. al his residence, 6l9 Florida aEenue
northwest. EDWARD, husband Of Co-a Ken
neiy aged foTty-fo'T years.
Funeral from chapel Of Frank Geer's Sons Iil5
Seventh street northwest. ca Monday. My Is
Al Il a. n. InteTmeut at Glenwood Cemetery.
MART1N-On Friday. May p. 1905. at p n.
THEODORE W. only son Of Julia C. and James
W. Martin.
Funeral from bis la,s residence ID Maryland
avenue northeast Monday May 3 az p N
Relatives and friends invited.
oEHNiANN-On Friday. May p 1905. at SIS D n.
after ten weeks Of intense suffering. LYDIA C..
Oldest and beloved daughter Of Andrew and the
late Sophia Oohmann. IN the eighteenth year q
her age
Funeral from residence. 5O7 Stanton place north
cast, Monday May 3 az $50 a. N. Requiem
mass az St Josephs Church. Second and c
streets northeast. az 9 a. N. Relatives and
friends invited. Inte1ment at Mount oliYet
Cemetery
WARD-On Saturday. May q, 1905. at Providence
Hospital. MARGARET WARD.
Remains at r. F. Haueys Sons. 1873 Fourteenth
street northwest Notice af funeral hereafter.
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
GUARDSMEN IN SADDLE.
Forty Picked Men TO Take Ten-day
Practice Ride

A troop of forty picked men will
leave Washington Thursday for a
cross--country ride Of ten days. under
command Of Copt. Harry Bean. The
trip has been arranged by Col. Brett.
who is making a campaign to obtain a
permanent cavalry attachment to the
Ntional Guard
The line OF march touches Frederick.
Harpers Ferry, Berryville, Charleston
and Winchester. A pack train of five
teams will accompany the column.
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
Confederate Memorial Day PIans.

Committees Of the various Southern
organizations met in this city yester-
day afternoon. in Joint session, at the
Corcoran building. for the purpose Of
planning the details and arrangements
for the celebration Of Confederate Me-
mortal Day. June Z, The services will
be held in the Confederate plot in Arl-
ington, ard IL Is the intention to make
them more beautiful and impressive
than ever before.
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
WANT POSTMASTER REMOVED.
south Carolina Representative Ac-
cuse COIored Official at Florence.

Representatives Ellerbe. Aiken. Lever,
Legare, Patterson, and Finley, Of the
South Carolina delegation in the House.
called on President Roosevelt yesterday
to protest against J. E. Wilson, colored,
remaining in charge Of the post-ofice at
Florence, s. c. Wilson has been in con-
tinual service now for about eight years.
and has held the ONCE of and on for
sixteen years. A protest was always
raised on his appointment because Of his
color Now the protest Is made on ac-
count Of the manner in which he is al
legged to conduct the affairs Of the Office.
The Representatives asked that a careful
investigation be made. and the President
probably will order II.
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
Run Down by Avenue Car.

Struck by a Pennsylvania avenue car
at First street and Pennsylvania avenue
northwest, about o'clock yesterday af-
ternoon. w. H. Tossing, sixteen years
old. guest at the Avenue Hotel. sustain
ed severe decorations and bruises about
the head and face. He was treated at the
Emergency Hospital.
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
cOIored Iceman Fan. Dead.

Clayton FraIser, eolored, nifty years old,
dropped dead while delivering ice at SO1
street southwest yesterday afternoon.
The body was taken TO the morgue and
the coroner notified. Death was due to
heart failure
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
ELKs PLAN FOR JUBILEE.
Many Attractions TO BE Seen Mt Ben.
ming on June 10, II, and IS.


ming on June I6, II, and IS.
The executive committee of the Elks'
rural jubilee and barn dance, TO be held
Tuesday. Wednesday, and Thursday,
June 16, IL. and IS, at the Benning race
course. expects the festival 10 be one OF
the most successful events OF its kind
ever held in the District.
1t is expected that every feature of the
great undertaking Of the Washington
Elks will be IN place and ready for busi-
ness by the Sunday preceding the open
ing day.
The circus will be opened with a grand
parade Of talent and exhibits. on the
first day there will be street parade of
'the country circus" through the down
town section OF the city. headed by a
brass band.
Prof. Maurice Joyce has been named as
master OF the circus. and Carl Gundlach
will have charge OF the menagerie.
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
Local Temperature.

Midnight, 70; q. m. 6s; a. M, g.; 6 a. m, 6s
8 a. m, g.; 10 a. M. 60; l2 noon a. p. m, ~
p. m. 81; p m, 81; P n, Il; 10 p m, 73.
Maximum, 81 minimum, C.
Relative humidity-S a. m, e6: p m. 81: 8 q.
m, 50. Rainfall Is p m. TO p. M. 005 Hours
Of sunshine. lA5 Per cent Of possible sunshine 100.
Temperature same date last yesr-Maximum, "a
minimum, SO.
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
Ocean steamships.

New York. May 3-Aui1ed: Arabia. from Liver
pool. May "a.
Arrived out: New York. at Plymouth from New
York; Baltic at Liverpool from New yogk.
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24

When you have lost or found anything,
telephone an advertisement 10 The Wash
ington Herald and bill viii be sent you at
cent a word.
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
Condition OF the Wnter.

Special TO The Washington Herald
Hsrpers Fery. w, ys., May 2.-Bcth EiYsgs are
very muddy and little high to-day.
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24

Temperatures in other cities. together with the
amount Of rainfall for the twelve hours ended al
D. m. yesterday. are as follows:
The Washington herald., 1908-05-24
MILITARY SHAD BAKE
Washington Corral of Cara
baO Gives an Outing.
MAKE TRIP TO MARSHALL HALL

Gen. j. Franklin Bell Makes an Ad-
dress Remarkable for It's Brevity.
Mr.. McIlheny Replies to Attack on
His sauce--Stories Are Exchanged.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1908-11-24
Love S
Success
Efforts to Enlarge Bus
mess Have Proven
Successful.
PUBLIC OPINION
With The new firm
Buyers Are Especially Pleased
With the Addition of Com
plete Line New Books, Japan
csc Hand Painted China, Cut
Glass, Toilet Sets, Etc.

1t is always gratifying to one in
terested in the welfare and growth
Of our city to see the efforts Of her
business men to increase their bus
mess, along legitimate lines, sue
coed. Even those who are not
regular customers Of the LOVE
DRUG co. are extending con-
CALCULATIONS to this, pr ogressive firm
because Of the signal success that
has attended their sale Of all the
new,and popular books. Of Japan
csc hand painted China. cut glass,
toilet sets. etc.. all Of which stock
was put in entirely new November
lst. New goods are arriving al
most daily, and it is the purpose
Of the LOVE DRUG co. tc
make the remaining Thirty Days
From Now Until Christmas the
best from every standpoint in thei
history.
The people Of Hatdesburg vii
do well to call on this firm ane
look over the stocks mentioned.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1908-11-24

Greenville, which will be headquar-
tiers for him in the future. The firm
for which he is working having
changed his territory.
. > -
Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Logan returned
this morning from Hickory, where
they have been visiting for several
weeks.
The Little Busy Bees OF the First
Presbyterian Church will hold their
meeting Wednesday afternoon at $3.50
with Miss Poem Mason, All Miller st.
There will be a meeting of the
Lydian Circle tomorrow afternoon at
$3.50 o'clock with Mrs. ]. M. Stevens
on College street.
Mrs. Neva Hall who has been quite
sick at her home on Third street is
reported very much better today.
Don't forget the silver coin recep-
ton at the residence Of Mr.. and Mrs.
A. C. Aylesworth this evening from
5 to IL.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1908-11-24

ed with the Hattiesburg fire depart
ment, will regret to learn that he has
left Hattiesburg. He expects to re-
side at his old home on the Mobile G
Ohio, north of Meridian.
. = .
Mrs. J. N. Mcmillan will leave to-
night for Blue Mountain, where she
goes to spend Thanksgiving with her
daughter, Miss Telula, who is stu
dent at that college this term.
Mr.. and Mrs. N. R. Mccullough with
their winsome little daughter, Leineill
will leave tomorrow for Burkson. Mr..
Mccullough is going on hunting
trip while there.
Mr.. Smith who was so seriously
hurt in a wreck on the Mississippi
Central last week, is very much bet
ter today. This will be delightful
news to his many friends.
Mrs. Morford is entertaining the
Bridge Whist Club this afternoon.
Mr.. L. Mcwilliams has gone 10
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1908-11-24
Store
CLOSED
THURSDAY

sale will be held tomorrow (Wednes-
day. in the fairfield building. Par
ties wishing to purchase Christmas
presents, should take advantage of
this sale, as the Guild has on hand
a large assortment of beautiful and
useful fancy articles, also delicious
cooked food for the Thanksgiving din
ner, all of which will be sold at most
reasonable prices. The sale will be-
gin at II o'clock.
The friends Of Rev. and Mrs. H. d.
Howell are cordially invited to at
tend reception given in honor of
the 57th anniversary of their mar.
riage Thursday, November 26th, 1908,
from 8 to 10 at the residence of their
son, Mr.. R. c. Howell, III Third
street. No further cards will be is
sued.
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Miss Mamie MCGEE of Mobile, is
the charming guest of Mrs. H. H.
Warren on Southern avenue.
The many friends of Mr.. G. l. Fail,
who has for a long time been connect
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1908-11-24

DR.. and Mrs. T. B. Wilson of Sneads.
Fla, with their children are the at
tractive guests of DR.. and Mrs. R. B.
Stapleton.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1908-11-24
Store
CLOSED
THURSDAY

Mrs. F. c. Pickhard was called to.
Travis City, Mich, again today on ac-
count of the serious illness of her
mother.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1908-11-24
Special Notice

an The New Gem Theatre will be
u open all day Thursday Thanks
giving Day. with the best Five Cents
show on earth.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1908-11-24
Real Values in Table Linens
Napkins and ToWeLs.

II inch Damask our Los value at------l.39
II inch Damask, our so value at-----l29
II inch Damask, our 35 value at----119
II inch Damask, our l.9 value at--- CSC
II inch Damask, our 90c value at 79c
II inch Damask, our Csc value at- 69c
66 inch Damask, our Csc value at Acc
Napkins to match, better grade Linens. full dinner
size, $50 to $50 dozen.
y inch Linen Napkins, so values LBS doz.
y inch Linen Napkins, LIS values at---l 100 doz.
p inch Union Linen Napkins, 90 value at S9c doz.
y inch Mercenzed Napkins 90 value at 75c doz.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1908-11-24

Trinity Guild Bazaar
Rain or shine the bazaar and food
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1908-11-24

Mrs, Morford is entertaining thu
Bridge Whist Club this afternoon.
The Hattiesburg news. (Hattiesburg, Miss.) 1908-1917, 1908-11-24

Mr.. L. Mcwilllams has gone 70
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-11
THREE D|G ISSUES
 IN LEGISLATURE Louisiana Lawmakers Will As-
 semble Today RACE TRACK GAMBLING Prohibition and the Regulation of Deal ing in Cotton Futures Are Main
 Problems to Be Con.
 sidered.
RACE TRACK GAMBLING

Baton Rouge. May 10.-Race track gambling. prohibition and cotton futures are the three big issues in sight before the opening of the Louis jana legislature here tomorrow. It is
 generally believed tonight that the hardest fight will be made to abolish race track gambling, and with it the winter racing wh ich for years has been a feature of the winter season of New Orleans. It is a certainty that If the race tracks escape absolute closing, they will be subjected to rigid regula- tions covering betting.
 The chances for state wide prohibit tion are generally regarded as slight and 1t is asserted by most political leaders that New Orleans will not be included in any prohibition legislation of this legislature. However, it is re- ported that in return for this attitude of hands off" by the legislators, New Orleans will be forced to a much mo -e strict observance of the Sunday clos ing laws than at present exists. Proh- bition will have many influential
 friends in the legislature from the fact that large portion of the state already has gone dry under local op- l tion.
 The fight against cotton futures here will be the same that has been sue l cessfully waged in several other southern states. It is known that members of the delegation from Red 1 River parish intend to introduce bills | of this sort but the representatives | of this parish to date have been all most the only outspoken anti-futures advocates, and the movement has not yet gained sufficient visible support 10 assure it of anything like success The
 influence of the New Orleans cotton i exchange, the largest in the south, aud
 in addition one of the large actual 1 cotton markets of the world, is Q strong factor against the anti-futures 1 law.