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Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07
GREAT EXCITEMENT
CREATED IN LONDON
BY PEARY'S CABLE

LONDON, Sept. 6.-The receipt of the
dispatch from Peary announcing he had
found the north pole created great ex
citement in London. The newspapers
were at first inclined to treat it as a
hoax, and before publishing it they kept
the telephone wires hot with inquiries
as to its authenticity.
The message reached the evening pa
pers only in time for the briefest "stop-
press" mention. Headlines such as a
Strange Telegram and "a Mysterious
Message" emphasized the caution with
which the startling news was received
When the announcement was made
that the message originated at Indian
Harbor, Labrador, there was a greater
disposition to credit it, as it was at
first thought to have come from In
dian Harbor, n. F.
London was soon filed with shouting
newsboys, and their papers were bought
up with avidity.
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07
GERMAN SCIENTISTS
COMMEND DR.. COOK

BERLIN, Sept. 6.-Two of the lead
ing societies of German geographers,
the Berlin and Hamburg associations,
have congratulated DR.. Cook.
The Berlin association declared it
had no right to withhold its acknowl-
edgnent from such an honorable and
experienced explorer as DR.. Cook. The
association, however in congratulate
ing the explorer, does not consider that
it formally accepts his every statement
of fact; it simply gives general rec
ognition to DR.. Cooks fine achievement.
DR.. Zieglin, director of tho geo
graphical institute of the University
of Berlin, is disposed to accept any
statement DR.. Cook makes.
Some members of the Berlin society
are reluctant to say one word to de-
tract from the exploit without having
good ground to do so after examina-
tion of DIR. Cooks scientific papers.
They argue the papers and conclusions
of the ablest investigators should be
checked by another investigation be-
fore they can be accepted by scientists
as fully established
c. Alberti-Sittenfeld, a German writ
er on technical and scientific subjects,
said:
Must Await Answer
"Even the most impatient must await
a decisive answer as TO whether or
not DR.. Cook has discovered the north
pole until the scientific results Of his
expedition are laid before the masters
of physical geography.
''In the meantime we must be eau
tious in the matter of the acceptance
in their entirety of DR.. Cooks most
interesting conclusions. But we can
give him our respect and admiration as
q man.
when one considers the circum-
stances under which DR.. Cooks obser-
vations were made-thickness of the
atmosphere, visibility Of the sun and
clearpess of the sky all contribute to
the results, and that the best chro-
nometers are affected by climatic con-
ditions-there is sufficient reason to
realize the possibility of technical er-
rors.
TT has been established that Dr.
Nansen was not able to avoid minor
errors in his reckonings and geograph-
ical scholars were obliged to affirm
that Nansen did not get so far north
as he said, and as he honestly believed
he did"
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07

when shown the reports of Commander
Peary's claims today.
I'm both cases, however" he contin-
ued, "I think there has been entirely
too much of what might be termed
'buffalo billism' and of spectacular
bombast which will tend to make the
United States look ridiculous in the
eyes of the world.
From a scientific standpoint the
discovery is of little value. 1t is a
great physical exploit.
much of the glory of having accom-
plished the feat of reaching the pole.
however. 1 think has been dimmed by
the actions of the explorers themselves
in the announcement of their discov-
cries.
IF flaws are found in the proofs Of
either one now the unfortunate person
will be hooted into oblivion"
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07
GEOGRAPHICAL EXPERT
SAYS HE BELIEVES DR..
COOK FOUND THE POLE

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 6.A''I be-
Iieve that DR.. Cook discovered the
north pole because 1 cannot imagine
any sane man making such an asser-
tion unless he had proofs adequate to
satisfy the men of science who will
act as jury and submit his data to
the closest scrutiny. l also believe
Commander Peary's statements for
the same reason"
This was the statement made by
Prof. George Davidson, the noted
astronomical and geographical writer,
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07
DECLARES HE DOUBTS
WHETHER PEARY HAS
REALLY FOUND POLE

NEW YORK, Sept. 6.-The Cook
Peary controversy opened here today
with the first expression of disbelief in
the report that the latter had reached
the pole.
The denial came from Capt. Bradley
S. Osborn, a veteran Polar explorer,
secretary of the Arctic club and one of
DR.. Cooks most earnest supporters.
II am extremely doubtful that Com
mander Peary has reached the pole"
he said. Mr.. Peary must have en-
countered very smooth ice and water to
have succeeded in such a short time
All news hitherto indicates he made his
dash for the pole in the summer of
1908. do not see how it would have
been possible for him to have arrived
and returned with the news so early"
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07
LONDON AMAZED
AT PEARY'S COUP
SCIENTISTS DO NOT KNOW
WHAT TO SAY
ADMIT THAT TO AMERICA BE-
LONG THE HoNoRs
Nations AnxiousIy Waiting for Naval
Commander to substantiate Start
ling claims-Latter May
Touch Port Today
rnv Assoclated Press.l

LONDON, Sept. lit needed but the
amazins, announcement of Peary's sue
cess in reaching the north pole, so hot
upon DR.. Cooks arrival in Europe with
the same news, to complete the aston
ishment of geographers and the public
generally.
No longer could the slightest doubt
he entertained that the mystery SO
MANY explorers had Vainly sunered
hardship and death to penetrate was
of last solved and that to an American
,inreservedly belonged the honor OF
planting the flag for the hrst time az
the north pole. Since 1t could not pc
given to an Englishman to win TINS
honor. the British people are ready 10
a~Stend their beartiest congratulations
to the Americans. Their Wlsh now Is
that Shackleton may plant the BRUSH
flag at the other pole.
There was interesting discussion OF
the probable methods and routes OF the
two explorers. Peary's record is bel
ter known in England than COOK ana
no breath of suspicion has been raised
against Pearys claim.
Eskimos Must Have Known
Sir George Mares, who commanded
an arctic expedition in 1875, finds diftl-
Guilty in avoiding the conclusion that
Peary's EskiTnos at Etah must have
known that Cook crossed Smiths sound
and Etah last winter.
HIsn't it a peculiar fact that this
coincidence occurs" he said, lin view
of the possibility of the news having
reached Etah of the success of one man
or the other? Wouldn't it be just pos
sibIe that DR.. Cook had learned of
Peary's success and was trying to
reach civilization first with the first
claim of having discovered the pole?"
Capt. r. F. Scott said;
"Peary's message puts it beyond all
doubt that the Stars and Stripes was
the first flag to fly at the pole. 1t
means a battle as to which was the
frs to reach the pole. / should say
that the message was authentic. Com
mander Peary is a splendid Fellow ana,
although we shall await his details, l
am sure he will be able to satisfy every
one as to the genuineness of his
achievement.
Newspaper Comment
The London newspapers comment en-
Enthusiastically on Peary's success. The
Daily Telegraph in an editorial says:
Cook managed to get a message
home a few days ahead He has 20
bear the first brunt of scientific and
amateur skepticism. On the other
hand, he enjoys the earliest taste of
popularity. Though just beaten by n
head, Peary is coming home assured of
a warm and enthusiastic welcome"
The Graphic says:
What a pity that the explorers did
not meet! Chance is evidently a blum
dering artist There will be but one
opinion of Peary's achievement. 1t Is
a splendid reward for a life spent with
rare intelligence and intrepidlty.''
The Standard says: Happily both
are Americans, and one possible rea-
son for bitterness does not exist.
Peary's long experience in the polar
region, his unchallenged reputation as
a scientific observer and the detailed
knowledge we all along have had of
him combine to remove all uncertain
ty."
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07
Difficult for Her

Foote Lighte-Has your sister got
hard part in the play?
Miss Sue Brette-Why, yes, it's hard
for her. She's got thinking part!-
Yonkers Statesman.
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07
Herbert Blake

Celebrated dramatic critic needs introduction to
the people of Los Angeles. His criticisms are fair
in every line and fri appreciated by the local
managers and the theater going public. Mr.. Blake
writes in distinctive style which appeals strongly
to those who analyze closely
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07
D. w. Semple

The Auto expert, who, with full knowledge Of the
various "ioy" machines is driver of mean abil~
itv, His articles are read with interest, not be-
cause of flowing style but rather the truth in regard
to matters pertaining to the motor world.
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07
A. E. Dunning

The sporting editor is in class by himself assisted
by experts His page is one eagerly read by all,
whether particularly interested in athletics not.
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07

paper fit for homes" 1t is freely indie
pendent on all matters, owes allegiance
to no corporation or clique, and by reason
of these facts is a recognized power in
Southern California. If you are not a
subscriber of The Herald, kindly phone
the Circulation Department or mail the
appended coupon, and the paper will
be delivered the next day promptly and
satisfactorily.
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07
Florence Bosard Lawrence

aunt Laurie" is doing worthy work the editep
of the Herald Junior League Supplement. Pages
of her setcion filled with heart interest to con-
stantly increasing number of little folk banded to-
gether for general good This feature of The Her
aid is that appeals to the mothers, because it
has for its object the uplifting of the youth of Los
Angeles through the members of the Junior League.
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07
ChaS. Jernegan

Delights in knocking hot liners for the ball FANS
and his "stuff" meets with ready acceptance from
exacting readers.
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07
James Wynkoop

Edits the real estate and mining section of The
Herald, and his articles read because of the
truth contained in each and every Mr.. Wyn-
koop not native of Missouri, but requires to be
Shown" all matters that pertain to his section of
the paper.
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07
Frederic J. HaSkin
C. D. Barnett

G. y. Barnett
The clever cartoonist on The Herald staff, has
gained enviable reputation the Pacific coast,
and his cartoons always original and executed
in that requires diagram to the
point he wishes to express
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07

George B. Harrison
Than whom there is none better posted on matters
pertaining the development of the San Pedro and
Wilmington harbors and Greater Los Angeles de-
velopment.
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07

with above mentioned special corps OF
correspondents the continually and the columns OF he
speak their energy field The Herald being de
the low price of forty cents per month
Los Angeles herald., 1909-09-07
Mrs. M. N. Bridgham

assisted by Miss Jean Brigham, edits the wonan's
page and society section in manner free from the
vapid utterances of the ordinary society
writer. If there is element of interest in
anything that pertains the social life of Los An
peles it will be found in the columns under Mrs.
Bridgham's supervision.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-04-13
PYTHIAN CARNIVAL
RICH IN FEATURES
Festivities Will Continue for
Two Weeks Large
Crowd on Hand.

The Pythian Carnival will be open
tonight again and viii continue for two
weeks with added attractions each
night. Commissioner II. =. F. Macfar-
land. surrounded by a guard Of honor,
presided at the inaugural festivities IN
the Pythian Temple. He was assisted
by Chairman W. A Kimmel, OF the
committee In charge of the affair.
Nearly 1.500 persons attended.
The temple presented a scene OF mer-
rymaking from roof to basement En-
vided.
A miniature circus, in which the juve-
ME element holds sway, is the attrac-
ton on the top floor. In the gallery
overlooking the main hall a japanese
OF Mrs. Samuel Bassett and corps of
young women. On the other side Of
me hau is unique money getter In
the guise of a Chinese laundry, con-
Quoted by Mrs. Sallie Crupper- The VS.
ltor pays his money, gets package,
and the fund is increased.
Mrs. Frank Wooster presides over
ne hsh pond" Mrs James w. Carter
runs grab bag and a Village post
woodward. There are also a vaudeville
snow, a dime museum with freaks
that Barnum never dreamed or, and
numerous other ingenious devices to
entertain old and young
The committee in charge of the carni-
val is composed of Chairman Kimmel,
J. W. Carter, d. +. Wilbur, S. NJ
Ing. The subordinate lodges. Uniform
rank, Pythian Sisters, and D. o. X,
are all represented at the carnival by
committees.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-04-13

The address which senaor Albert B.
Cummins Of Iowa delivered at the
Ladies Night of the Mems Club,
OF the Mt. Pleasant Congregational
Church. is today the subject Of discus
sion among the 800 or more who heard
It. and among others who were interest
ed.
The Senator's original way of COM
pairing great men, the frankness Of his
opinion, and the men whom he chose to
compare all contribute to make his
speech talked about today
He took the leaders of the nation of
the last few years and of the present
and putting them on the stage of his
mind with others of bygone epochs, he
turned on the limelight Of analysis or
opinion. and usually found the modern
man superior to his brother of yester-
year.
Through all the Senator's comparative
compliments, however, ran the idea II AT
the superiority of the very modern
man 20 him Of fifty years ago is NOT
due so much to the person himself as
20 the time: that the problems of the
day that is gone made the man who
now belongs to history, and that the
problems of today are making the men
OF today.
The problems of this age are vastly
bigger, harder. more complex than
those of fifty years ago, he thought.
Therefore he who solves those Of today
is naturally enough greater than he
who solved those of the fifties.
Theodore Roosevelt" said Senator
Cummins, IT consider a stronger man
than George Washington, the Father
of his Country. Perhaps this sounds
like treason, but it is not meant Tor
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-04-13
PRAISES ROOSEVELT
ABOVE WASHINGTON
Senator Cumins Also Tells Mt Pleasant Congregational
Mems Club That Aldrichs Greater han Was Daniel
Webster and Cannon Than Henry Clay.

such. Theodore Roosevelt, 1t Is Wen
known, faced problems DAY atte 49,
which General Washington could nSF
have met with success, but from WlllS, y
he would have had 70 recon, helpiSsS.
After comparing senator ~ iI -
with Daniel Webster, TO the uetLlllie - -
of the latter, and after saylhS lLl fts7 -
spite Of everything ana ever f TOUS
Uncle Joe is a bigger man than tteIIy
CLAY. Senator Cummins turned his ~
tentiOn to President Tart. nj;
L believe that II tne pre-S" eiLS the
dav when he has serve.- ms CV1uS1
as the head of the nation or IouEr , go ias3
ne viii be the greatest MAI SLlo tGis
States has ever produceu- 81 other
with no disrespect for the men o. ". ~ =
DAYS, but simply because our CouIl .I-,y,,a ~
having and must nave coll'iil u'''
growth" ..,-,e,+e5 II o
East and West, finding the latter lllI IL ~
better-"God's country IN IdCl. 80
said that of the two big problems S 10
this country had to solve IN TINS 5Ss
one, the problem of prodUcuoh, las iI,rS
been solved, and the other, dlstrlou ei5
ton. is demanding the brains anu
energy of the best. coo .-,,asts
There were more than 500 guess
Senator and Mrs. A 3. CUmmins, Rev.
and Mrs. NJ. Ross Fishburn, ana dayoi
and Mrs I. p Clements helped re-
ceive In addition 10 the pIesiuSI ~, !,
Major Clements, officers OF the cluO
ares nr g d Marsh, first vice pIeSl-
dent. daniel c. Edelin,, second vice
resident: John Doyle Carmody, third
vice president: ]. II. Fishback' cor
responding secretary; DR., w. A A-,,I klsZ z
simmons, recording secretary; Wllll am
= 5S5inter, treasurer: chairman of the
mems committee, Archie w. Tracy;
Chairman of the reception committee
Norton NJ. Little; chairman OF the spe.
ciaI committee Of arrangements, George
c. Altemus.
part of the United States Marine
Band played, and Lewis Corning was
the organiSt.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-04-13
is BURIED
IN A SNOWSLIDE

NEW YORK, April 12--James NJ
montgomery. 1r, q young mining en-
1zfneer, the eldest son Of James Mont
gomery, a well-known tea merchant Of
this city, was buried in snow slide
near one OF the Guggenheim properties
in Alaska. and his body has not yet
been recovered
News Of his death was received by his
ez3her today. Young Montgomery was
q years OF age and a graduate OF
Harvard of the class of 1906. He PLAYED
football on the varsity team and was
president Of his class during his entire
college career.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-04-13
MANY PUBLIC WORKS
AT TAKOMA PARK

Takoma Park is to have system of
water meters. The project was report
ed favorably at meeting of the town
council last night.
1t was decided to install n new
cement sidewalk from Grant TO Flower
avenue, on the north side Of Carroll
avenue.
-he total assessed valuation Of tax
abe real estate in the town was re-
ported as 100000. a decrease OF about
$4,000 being due to the burning Of the
Bliss school last winter.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-04-13
WIVES WILL. DRAW
PAY OF DRUNKARDS

McKEESPORT, Pa, April 13-Harry
S. Arthur, AIcKeesport's thirty-year-old
mayor, who also sits as police magis-
trate, ruled today that any man found
drunk and brought before him must
sign papers permitting his wife TO draw
his salary for one year from date.
A six months sentence in the work
house will be the alternative.
If a drunk has no wife, his next of
kin will draw his wages. it being the
intention OF the new mayor TO shame,
if possible. the drunken men of Nc
Keesport into sobriety.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-04-13
USE ALIENS FOOT-EASE

A powder to be shaken into the shoes II
you have tired, aching feet. try Aliens Foot
Ease. 1t rests the feet and makes new or
tight shoes easy. Cures aching. swollen hot
sweating feet. Relieves corns an6 -s,r1ions OF
all pain and gives rest and comic Try It
today. Sold by all Druggists Nal Shoe
Stores, 25c. Don't accept any s'iwfitrte
For FREE trial package. alse Erel SanYple
OF the FOOT-EASE Sanitary corr EPAD. a
new invention, address Allen 8 Slmsted
lie Roy. y. ".
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-04-13

Sleeping Car Service to Richmond, Va.
The Washington Southern Ry. now
operate daily Pullman sleeping car.
Washington to Richmond Sleeper open
for occupancy at Terminal Station abOu-
1920 midnight. Due Richmond $50 a n.
--Advt
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-04-13
PlTTSBURG'S MAYOR
APOLOGIES TO WI
Outcome of Arrest of Two Promi-
nent Cinnamon in Bond
Selling Case.

Through the governor of Pennsyl-
V1lnia the State Department has re-
c'aived from the mayor OF Pittsburg an
expression Of regret over the arrest of
twp well-knOwn Cinnamon on the
cha rye of selling Chinese bonds without
IictA1SeS.
TIE expression will be sent to Min
lister WI
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-04-13
PROF. WILBUR
TOLECTURE HERE

The lyric influences in the poets cor
ner st the Library of Congress are to
be made the subject Of a lecture by
Prof. William A Wilbur before the
members of the District of Columbia
Students Of the New York State Ii
brary School, who are present visiting
washington, are expected TO be present
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-04-13
WILL CELEBRATE
KOCH'S BIRTHDAY
Germans to Honor Veteran Editor
of the Washington
Journal.

Germans Of Washington will ceIe-
brate at Saengerbund Hall tonight the
seventy-hfth birthday anniversary OF
Werner Koch, printer and proprietor
of the Washington Journal
The German embassy win be repre-
scented, and the members of the United
Singers Of New York, who are in
Washington to invite President Taft TO
at end the national saengerfest in that
city, viii be present as special guests.
Mr.. Koch was born at Alsfeld Grand
Duchy Of Hesse, April Is, 1884. and came
to this city in 1853
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-04-13

Fresh Violets, Roses, Sweet Peas,
etc. Phone 2416- Shaffer, 18th & Eye.
-Advt.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-04-13
WANT MONUMENT
FOR UNION SOLDIERS
Frank Barrows Suggests That
Government Honor District
Civil War Veterans.

That the Government recognize the
District of Columbia Volunteers who
served during the civil war BY the
erection of a suitable monument IN
Washington is the suggestion made BY
Frank Burrows.
The volunteers celebrated the fcrtF-
eighth anniversary of their muster into
the Union army last night Addresses
were made by Mr. Burrows, Edwin h
Holbrook, commander OF the Depart
ment Of the Potomac, G. A R. and
Past Department Commanders Bingham
and Stone.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1909-04-13
HAVE NARROW ESCAPES.

SOUTH BETHLEHEM, Pa, April 1s.
Speeding into town at a fast clip a
Reading express train struck a $4,000
touring car IN which were Miss Julia
Kelley, Of this place, and Chauffeur
Alonzo Weaver, of Easton, and smash
ed il to bits.
The occupants had a remarkable es-
cape frcun death.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1909-09-17
AMONG THE CHURCHES.

Howard Cooper and Mrs. Stansell will
sing The Lord is My Light" next Sun
day morning a. the NJ. T.. church
Nj. f. church, G. Gilbert Stansell, pas
ior. You will always find cordial well
come to the following services:
1000 a. M, class meeting.
1880 a. M, morning worship.
ll:30 a. M, Sunday school leon Doug
las, supt.l
800 p. m Junior league.
$3.50 p. m, Epworth league devotion al
meeting.
7:30 q. m. Evening service.
1870 p. m, choir practice Saturday even.
ing.
The pastor invites anyone to call on
him a any hour.
Subject Sunday morning at the Bap
fist church will be, The Oneness of
Mind Desired in the Church" The sub
ject for the evening is, "Come and See -
Sunday school at ll:45. Y. p. S. G. r.
at $50; subject, VANITY Fair" Leaders
Margaret Cole and Helen Harrison
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1909-09-17
SIX OPINIONS WERE FLED
Taken Under Amusement at the
Last Term of Court.

Judge Des Voignes handed down opii :
ions IN six Van Buren, county cases last
Tuesday. The cases were heard at the
last term OF court and taken under ad-
visement. Following are the cases in
which opinions we're filed:
Joseph Pender VS.. Charles Sharon ct.
al; decided ia favor OF defendants;
Cornelia Tarbell vs.. Daniel X Webber
and Mabel Webber. Opinion 10 favor
OF complainant with nominal damages;
Ellis Hosner ct. al. vs. Oscar Hosner
ct. al. Decided in favor OF complainant
j. IA Cox VS.. Clara Cox. Petition to
set aside decree for divorce, dismissed
James A Merrill vs. David G. Lessen
ring. Order entered permitting amend
ment to declaration to be filed;
Warren Howe vs. Michigan Central
railroad company. Order entered deny
ing motion for new trial This was a
case brought to recover damages for hav-
ing been carried 10y the station at Mat
tavan and compelled to walk back to
the depot. The jury brought in a ver-
dict for the railroad company and plain.
TIT filed motion for nsv trial.
DEGREES will be entered in the above
entitled cases in accordance with the
provisions of the opinions handed down
by the court.