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EXTENT OF AUTO BUSINESS.

To the Editor of the Evening Star:
What is the present extent of the
automobile business in this country?
AUTO.
1.-THE records and statistics for 1907
completed by the Licensed Automobile
Association show that during the fiscal
year of January 1, 1907, to January l.,
1908, there were So, 1902 pleasure auto
mobiles built and sold in this country
with a total value of $105, sos, 572. In
1904 the value of the total output was
$26, 645, 064. 1t is estimated that the to-
tai number of persons directly employ
ed in the factories is $4,000 and the
capital employed $94, 100000. An esti-
nation shows that there are 5000 en-
ployed in the indirect manufacture
with total capital employed of $685.
700, 600. At the close of 1907 there were
2,151 sales and garage establishments,
employing p, 500 people with a capital
of $57, 500, 900 employed to do this bust
ness. Not including the manufacture
of motor cycles or the sale of supplies
and accessories, the total estimation is:
Value of product sold, $105, $50, 572; to-
tai capital employed, $171. 440. 769; NUM-
Der of employees involved, los, 5O0.-Ed.1
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ALL FOR THE BEST.

I had been very ~courteously received
by the ruling power of one of the South
American States, and after we had
talked for an hour 1 ventured to touch
upon the matter of revolutions.
Il am afraid you people of the United
States do not understand u.s." he re-
piled with a deprecatory smile. "Those
revolutions are brought about with the
best intentions in the world. and most
Of them are for the best interests Of
the State"
II don't exactly understand" 1 said.
Nothing can be palmer, senior. For
instance, we nave a president whose
foreign policy is criticised by our press.
One of our generals reads those crlti-
cisns and believes them 20 be well
founded, and he says to himself:
81 can do better than that, and vii
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-05-14
DEFINITION OF THE SPINE.

A class of boys in a West Philadel-
phia school has been studying physiol-
ogy with remarkable results. The
teacher illustrates her lectures on the
subject with a skeleton, and the inter-
ested youngsters are seen every day at
recess feeling one %another's ribs and
skulls and pointing out the bones.
When the time came for a composition
to be written the subject was "The
Spine" Many interesting papers were
turned in on this subject, but there
was one that was a gem. The boy
wrote: ''The spine is a bunch of
bones that runs up and down the back
and holds the ribs. The skull sits
on one end and l sit on the other"
Philadelphia Record.
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THE PER AT III FOUR CORNERS.

The shocking accident at the Fou Corners yesterday afternoon, in which
former Alderman Gustave Freund was crushed between two trolley cars, Is
only N more case in evidence to show the necessity for a radical reform
of the traffic conditions att that congested point conditions that grow worse
every month and year Nothing has been done and nothing is seriously pro
posed to remedy the evil except some makeshnt arrangements that merely
temporRe with it. The people of Newark have a right to look to their repre-
sentatives in office to maintain public safety in the streets and the dangers
at the -Four Corners arise from simple neglect of a bounden duty. 1t is a
question, indeed, if the city authorities are not as ndctabe for maintaining
a deathtrap at the our Corners as a railroad company is or maintaining
an inadequaely protected Embarrassing in a crowded community. The case
of Mr.. Freund is well worthy of the attention of the grand jury.
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ARTESIAN WELL.


To the Editor Of the Evening Star:
What is an artesian well, and how Is
it bored? e. I. r.
[Artesian well is the name given to
a peculiar kind of bored well, in which
the water runs to the surface and
overf1ows. In the United States any
deep bored well is called artesian, eve
If the water has to be pumped from a
considerable depth. The geological
conditions permitting an overflow
without pumping are not general,
since it is necessary that the region
should have a more or less complete
basin structure and that there should
be a series of permeable, covered by
impermeable beds. Artesian wells
vary in depth from less than 100 feet
to nearly 1900 feet, the deepest boring
being for petroleum.-Ed.l
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-05-14
GOVERNOR JOHNSON LOOMING UP.

Governor Johnson, of Minnesota, las attained a prominence a a candidate
for the Democraucp presidential nomination that was undreamed of when hsI
name "a hrstp projected pom the political canvas only a few months ago
Until recenty the sturdy Scandinavian, who las twicew on the governorship in
a state overwhelmingly Republican and las a Immense popularity in the
Northwest vas almost unknown in the Casts and South. The suggestion Of his
candidacy rveted the attention of the Democrats of the country upon his rec
ord. and it has made a profound impression. Here, it was said, is a winner of
campaigns a MAJ who can deliver his own State and THAT a Republican eta
DEL and a man who will be a vote-geter in other States A significant break
in the South to Governor Johnson is that of Senator Johnston, of Alabama,
always beforea stanch adherent of Mr. Bryan There is among the Southern
Democrats no fanadcal devotion to n candidate but a desire ony for win
ming me, n if at Denver it cal be demonstrated 10 the Southern delegates
that a johnson nomination holds out a reasonable hope IF victory, while a
Bryan nomination spells a fourthd defeat since 1892 the break to Johnson will be
a stampede.
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ro coNsERyH TEE NA rIoN,s HRRlTAoH.

The convocaton of Governors and notabIes by the President att Washing
tn yesterday impresses the people of the country Is nothing else would
debate in Congress OF the subjects treated at this conference oud receive
langufd attention and be forgotten in forty-eight hours. Congress is aWaSs
talking and debating. and its talk seldom interests the masses n confer
nee is a different affair. When the Governors Of nearly all TIL states as
semble atW Washington at the call of the President the people sit III INC axe
notice The subjects discussed relate entirely to their welfare, n TIT meas
uresp proposed are entirely in their hands. The nation has been going along
a a reckless pace in the exploitation of its natural esoures 1t IS burning
necessarily, for if we wisely conserve these resources we cal "eat our IA and
keep it, too" We have almost Grimm tally, neglected our waterways Mr..
Carnegie how that If we had a system of inland waterway ansportauo
we would consume less steel, indicating the close relation of n great la
tional resource to another. Our great mineral supplies are threatened with
exhaustion, Jul forests are disappearing and the soil becoming povertsh
II is time to stop this insensate waste but before anything "a be one the
masses of the people must be aroused, for an inert Congress VIII q moth
ing unless compelled by overwhelming popular sentiment But this confer
is bound to be evolved a national policy that will greatly enrich the country
by the development of it's waterways and water power and preserve to it a
heritage Of national resources equaed by n other country in the world.
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AID FOR THE

"Peary," said a geographer of Chi
cago, never started on one of his TX
ploring expeditions without receiving by
mail and express all sorts of packages
from cranks-cowhide underwear, tea
tablets, medicated boots and what-not.
"Peary once told me that George AIDE,
a few days before the start of his last
trip, wired him to expect an important
package by express.
"The package came. 1t was labeled:
ITO be opened at the furthest point
north.
'Peary opened it at once, however.
1t was a small key inscribed:
"'Axle grease for the pole Wash
ington Star.
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-05-14
A CIVIL SERVICE SYSTEM NOW.

The Board Of Freehoders has taken the initiative in insdtutng the new
civil service law, which mus. be adopted by governing bodies before it is per
atve in counties and municipalities The Newark Common Council is ex-
pcctedt to take similar action at an early day, and the employees of the Board
Of Works will also be placed under the operation of the law. This will effect
a ventable revolution in political government in county AM city and
throughout the State. Prior to 1885 the police and fire departments we're
under control of Common Council committees and with every political change
in the Council there we're sweeping changes of personnel in these departments
An act introduced in the Legislature by A&emb1yman William Harngan
creating independent commissions o have control OF the two departments.
ended partisan removals That vas the first application of civil service
rules in the municipal government. and the present system. compared with
that which preceded it. has been successful The change about to be made Is
more radical and morec comprehensive AS ITO its results we shah have to wait
and see how they are developed.
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custom duties and then he goes. 1t Is
that our people are always looking Tor
the choicest and the best, you see."
And you will so out as other presi-
dents have?"
"Surely, senor.'
"And lost your head?"
"Undoubtedly."
Nothing more was said on the sub
ject, but at breakfast next morning l
was told tina there had been a revolu-
ton during the night, and that Don
Blank had been swept out and another
Don swept in. Also, that Don Blank
had been shot and buried two hours
before. 1t was all for the best, how
ever. JOE KERR.
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proceed to make myself president
HE consults with a score of mis-
friends and starts a revolution, and in
a week or a month he Is president. His
foreign policy may suit the people and
escape criticism, but some newspaper
that the taxes are too hign.
Some statesman reads the criticism
and says to himself:
"'Yes. that is so, and I will become
president and lower them
He mentions the matter at the club,
a revolution takes place and behold! we
have a new ruler. He will last until
someone becomes dissatisfied with the
The star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1908-1909, 1908-05-14
IBSEN.

To the Editor OF the Evening Star:
What was the date of Ibsen's death?
Kindly mention the greatest of his
works. G, d. w.
Henrik Ibsen died in Christiania,
Norway. May %. 1906. He was born
March 20, 1928, and began writing poetry
at the age of 81. His first play, "Cati-
line,'' was written in 1850. Brand Is
considered his greatest poem, and "A
Dolls House." 1.-THE Pillars of Society,""
Ghosts" "Hedda Gabler" and A En-
envy of the People are among the best
known of his dramas.-Ed.1
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TRULY OBLIGING.

when you came in," said the staid
old butler, "a man in the hallway
wanted to take our coat"
VERY considerable of him, James"
responded young Bloodwood, but you
should have told him l have a valet"
ooh, he wasn't a valet, sir; he was
our tailor. Said he'd take the waist
coat, too, if you didn't settle for it in
a few days."-Chicago News.
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Sn 2,AaMtsome MOOD
PLAYING SAFE.

Amateur, holding five aces, leans
over to professional poker player and
whispers: "Billie, how would you play
tina hand?"
Professional replies: MY boy, if 1
were you I think I'd play under an as
stunned name Judge.
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THE POOR SPRING BARD.

Say, boss greeted the smart Office
boy, that long-haired poet was around
here describing the grassy fields as a
green carpet"
Where is he now?' queried the busy
editor.
ooh. l told him to beat it.'7-chi-
cage News.
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WASTED CAUTION.

Church-What's that piece of cord
tied around your finger for?
MY wife put it theirs TO remind me
to post her letter.
"And did you post it?'
mo; she forgot to give it to mel
London Opinion.
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GLOW do you write 'horn'?' asked
the teacher of a small boy at the
blackboard.
"a horn isn't written at all" ms
wered the little fellow. ITS bowed"
Chicago News.
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2 AM TEARS.

II suppose you sometimes shed real
tears at the theatre?" said the admirer.
Il am tempted to-" answered Mr..
Stormington Barnes, when | look over
the box office ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Star.
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A MODERN GENIUS.

Going to compile his life and let
ters?"
There were no letters. I am going
to compile his life and postcards
Louisville Courier Journal.
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MATERIA MEnICA.

II suppose, doc, that you have to
study to keep posted on current medical
discoveries"
Not with a fashionable clientele. l
only prescribe polo, golf and trips
abroad."-Louisville Courier-Journal.
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THE GENUINE ARTICLE.

Joakley-Now, he's got what | really
call horse sense
Coahlcy-How, for instance?
Joaklcy-He never bets Of one
Philadelphia Press.
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STAR

Anonymous communications cannot be
printed. Except on political subjects the
names of correspondents are not required for
publication. but as a guarantee of good faith.
Ed.
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MO PREMIUM ON II.

To the Editor of the Evening Star:
Will you kindly let me know in your
paper what a half dollar of 1858 Is
worth? MAX RUSMON.
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ANnTHER QUESTION.

Il tell you." said the promoter. that
mine can be made to give up money
Il suppose it can said the small
stakeholder. How about the officers
Of the company ?"-Exchange.
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BAD TASTE.

docs Bankers wife dress appropri-
ately?"
mo, indeed. She wears 40-horse-
power togs in a runabout.'-Life.
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HE GOT DEE.

please, sir, me grandmother is
dead"
"Tcll me a new one, Jimmy"
Dead anxious to have me take her
to dc ball game today'-Louisville
Courier-Journal.
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PUTTING IT INTO PRACTISE.

"Old man, I hate to say it, but you're
drunk
"G'wan, I've been to a n~ew-thought
banquet. I'm thinking in curves"
louisville Courier-Journal.
The Black Hills union and western stock review. [volume] (Rapid City, S.D.) 1904-19??, 1908-05-29
Childrcp in FACTORIES.

Miss Jean M. Gordon, factory in
spector of New Orleans. charged the
public school system with the fact
of the existence of child labor. She
said that the present system does
not keep the child's interest in school
Too many rooms are o~yercrowded,
and then no adequate provision is
made for the pitifully large number
of children who are defective and can
not keep up with their classes.
IAN alarming number of our chill
dren." said Miss Gordon, ARE defec-
tive in sight or hearing, or what is
more prevalent, suffer from the de-
;~biliating effect of adenoid growths,
which sap the strength and ability
of the children to a great degree.
Such children soon become diseour-
aged and wish to leave school and
frequently the average teacher en-
courages them to do so as they con-
stitute a drag on the progress OF the
class as a whole when they are
present"
Miss Gordon feels that the people
Of the South do not haveEa true APP
preciation of the value of education,
as evidenced by the niggardly APP
preparations Of public funds for the
schools.
Yout tell me the South IS too poo,
to educate her children, then / tel
You the South is too poor not to edu'
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The june Housckceper.

The romance of the June bride is
a living reality in the pages of the
Housekeeper for June. Her We'd
ding Gown" by Ada B. Rogers, is a
clever bit of fiction with a delight
full ending. tine Benediction of
Service" by Emily Ruth Calvin, is
anothed story of romance. Gin the
Land of Canaries'' is an interesting
article by w. FITZGERALD. The
other stories and special articles are
equally attractive. There is also a
double page Of nswer to the query,
why Do People Not Want to Go to
Church," Needless to say the SYM
postum will be read with interest.
In the practical departments Gladys
Foxe tells all the little secrets of the
brides toilette, how to tie the we'd
ding veil, and so forth. There are
entertainments illustrated, and hints
for the luncheon and dinner. The
usual departments are also as full
and satisfactory as ever. The
Housekeeper Corporation, Minneapo-
lis, MINI. Sixty cents a year.
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Don't Be Disagfeeable.

Tomorrow morning when you get
mp, don't let your first act be find
ing fault with somebody. If the first
inclination is to complain, then do.
not say anything until you can find.
something that pleases you, and
then make a remark about that and,
get started on the day right.
There are some people who are
continuously looking for something
to criticise-they are not happy un-
less they are nagging at someone
everyone else in the world but them
selves is wrong--nothing pleases
them-yon tell them something and
they make some sighting remark to
you about what you have said. Or
if you have mentioned someone's
name, they make some sighting re-
mark about the person you have
mentioned. They are always ngur-
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cate them. II we are poor it is be-
cause we are ignorant. Ignorance
always means suspicion and super
s,ition and lack of opportunity. 1t
was ignorance of the value of our
great forests, Of our great mines, Of
the possibilities in the franchises we
sold to northern capital, that made
US let these sources of great wealth
slip from us, and so left us poor.
The sooner we get some education
among our people, and learn to APP
p%reciate the value of what is left us,
the better. The South must have
compulsory industrial education,
and we must have it right away. We
can take, and are taking the children
from the mills, but the South must
supply some place for these children
10 go, it must supply enough inter-
esting schools to keep the children
contented.
Another force taking the chill
aren into the mills in the South is
The installment system. Many a
CHILD is working to pay the weekly
!nstallment of two dollars on the pi-
ano, OF fifty cents on the green plush
album. No one approves more than
4 OF sweet homes, and the refining
influence of music, but 1t is paying
a nigh rate for these little elegancies
when the future Of a child is put up
against the green plush album"
Miss Gordon said that in her ex-
p%erience as a factory inspector, she
has never found a Jew or a negro
child in a mill, factory OF department
store in Louisiana. They are at
school, being well nourished, play
ing out in the glorious sunlight, wax
ing strong and fat. ut is only your
little white faced, shrunken chested,
curved back, white Christians" said
Miss Gordon, who are in the mills
and department sores of New Or
leans. So that the arguments against
compulsory education, SO often Offer
ed, that it will be a political menace
to educate the negro child is not we'll
founded"
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ing out that somebody ought to be.
called down, and they want some
II else to go around and hunt this
party up and do the calling down.
This kind of a. person seldom has
many companions;-their company is
not sought, and while there may be
lots of them that are very admirable
in some ways, they do themselves an
Injustice by continuously nagging
and complaining and finding fault.
If this article strikes you, then
take it right home to yourself.
Remember that there is nothing
cheaper than criticism, and bear in
mind that the supply Of fault find
ing is practically exhaustless, be-
it requires no great develop
ment OF mental ability to keep up an
indiscriminate complaint.
Get to looking on the good side
be a builder. Remember that if you
look at the bright side Of things, that
You r helping to carry something
along, and you will be inclined to
broaden out. People will come to
you for ideas, and with ideas-you
will be broader and better, and so
will those who come in contact with.
you. But if you continuously dis
courage people when they come to
you, and find fault with them. then
you are not only handicapping your
self, but you are a load on the com
munity.
BE practicable good humored-
believe in other people, and do not
for heavens sake, keep incessantlS
nagg;ng everybody and everything.
Help other people along instead c.
h%indering them.-Ex.
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MRS. sHERRARD E
Well known South Dakota Woman
Passes Away.

An announcement card giving no.
LITIGATION of the death Of Mrs. Eliz-
abeth Hazelton Sherrard, of Sioux
Falls, was received by the writer
yesterday. Mrs. Sherrard was the
matron of the South Dakota Child
ren's Home, and the following from
the Argus-Leader tells in a small
way the story Of her life:
Ripe in years, rich in deeds of
charity, poor in purse, but a million
aire in noble achievement, Elizabeth
Hazelton Sherrard, wife of William
B. S%herrard, of the South Dakota
Children's Home society, passed
away at the Home at 6 o'clock
Thursday morning after a short ill
ness. Mrs. Sherrard was nearly
seventy nine years of age, and she
was the foster mother of over
1900 children. Her noble spirit has
passed along, but the work she did
in this life will show in higher char
acter, and happier homes and bet
ter things for a hundred years to
come.
mo one can say how much good
one does who saves one child from q
bad environment. Mrs. SherraFd
has devoted her whole life to child
rescue, and no one can say in SCI
phrases and cold figures how much
good this gentle, frail, devoted anc
gray-haired woman has done. Hel