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The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
POpulari1e Rock Greek Park!
lshington needs more parks.

Washington needs more parks.
This need viii be emphasized as the
years roll on.
Blessed as the city is to-day with
breathing places. there are yet populous
sections practically without parks and
reservations. Notably true is this OF
Georgetown, Columbia Heights, and the
northeast
The public generally shares Mrs Bar
ber's regret. no doubt. that the Sherman
tract with its magnificent oaks. now
about TO be subdlvided and built upon.
cannot be saved and converted into a
public park. It IS but a repetition Of
similar sacrifices in the past which Con-
gress alone has had power to prevent.
But If we cannot have the additional
parks now needed. II those sections OF
the city deprived Of accessible and ade-
quate breathing places must stln wait
until Congress sees the shortslghtedness
and expensiveness Of its policy Of dealing
with the entire parking quesuon-if these
flls cannot be cured for the present. GER
tsinly It is possible to get more out Of
the parks than we now have.
Half Of the population Of Washington.
perhaps four-ffths. know nothing OF Rock
Creek Park. in many respects the most
beautiful in the world. They do not dream
OF its surprising natural charms or its
magnitude. There are a few visitors TO
the zoo every day. ot course. and on
Sundays il Is sometimes thronged. but
the Zoo forms only a small part Of the
great Rock Creek Park. upon which the
government so wisely spent millions. and
The average citizen Of Washington to-day
has but vague knowledge OF the splendid
reservation as a whole. Only the fortu-
nate possessors Of automobiles and car
riages who have traversed its perfect
roads that wind through the picturesque
hills and along the enchanting stream
that gives the park its name-onIy these
fortunate ones have any adequate con-
ception Of what it really is.
Rock Creek Park should be the 10y Of
al Washington.
1t should be made accessible-put within
reach-be popularized.
A street car line should skirt fac
tually enter it at certain points, II neees-
sary-and this street car line should be
so constructed as TO connect with the
city lines and thus furnish ready transit
TO the park from any point.
And not only should Rock Creek Park be
made accessible. but it should be further
popularized by being absolutely open 10
the people for all proper diversions-tennis.
golf Of practcable). baseball, and, above
al, FOR picnic parties. Il IS now well
patrolied and there is no reason why the
restrictions should not be reduced to the
minimum in the interest Of public well
fare and enjoyment
President Taft. we are sure. viii give
his cordial aid and cooperation toward
the popularlzation OF Rock Creek Park.
Col. Cosby has shown his interest in
the matter by approving the idea Of sun
day concerts at the Zoo. Maj. Judson Is
displaying an active interest in all public
matters, which we heartily applaud.
Now, let the authorities move together
IN the direction indicated. Let steps be
taken without delay to put Rock Creek
Park within reach OF the city.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
Henry Clay a Cigar Maker.

Frua the Chicago Inter Ocea--
Erskine II. Phelp. OF Chicago. was IN
trOduced az Nice 70 Lord Blank. OF Eng
land. As he was smoking he said 20 Lord
Blank. ''Wiu you have a cigar?"
Thank you. but smoke only one
brand-the Henry Clay.
"An right, III order some"
The box was brought It was embel-
lished with the familiar picture OF
Harry OF the West" As he took his
cigar. Lord Blank said. when old Clay
was alive he made a good cigar. but
his sons don't keep Up HIS reputation" q"
Henry Clay Why he didn't make
cigars: he was a statesman and ranked
as high with rs as Gladstone or John
Bright does in your country"
Il beg your pardon. I've smoked these
cigars all my lie. and I tel YOU old
Clay made q d. sight better Cigsr than
his boys do"
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
MODERNISM AND LOVE.
Has the Young Man OF To-day No
Tine for ROmaucet

Has the Young Man OF To-day No
Time for ROmancef
Froa the s. LOUIS star
Romance IS dying. ChivaIry IS dead
Sentiment IS paling. and the good old
days are no more. The IRE OF love has
gone out. Ministers blame the divorce
courts. The divorce courts blame the
ministers Il used 20 be far different and
somewhat after the following fashion:
Dear, you have the hndest eyes Of
any girl ever met."
"Oh. Alfred.
Honest, you have"
dong silence)
''Wiu you always be good 10 rne?''
Always"
Father says he likes you real well"
Your father and mother are the best
IN the world"
I'll be SO happy"
so VIII T.
Gong silence.)
''Whenu We be marriedT'
This fan"
Alfred"
Lucy"
But in the hurry and scurry of the
present day. sans sentiment. sans 70
nance. and sometimes Sans Souci, II fs
this way.
Jane. want 10 get married"
so do T.
What size IS your fnger2T
six"
Here. stick on this ring and tel the old
man IN the morning that we're going 70
get spIiced Thursday"
rs that all YOU have for me1'
NO. Here's a kiss. Now chase your
self and see that Il don't take You more
than g week 20 get your hat on for
the wedding"
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
WAITING UNTIL CAR STOPS.
why a wen-known RuIe Is Gener-
ally DisreEnrded.
- - - -.

From the IndianapC-ia News
Have yoa. good sir. ever undertaken 20
obey the Instructions so neatly printed
In the distinct black gothic letters on
the back OF the street car seat IN front
OF you TO Remain seated until the
car stopsg" II 50. did you finally finish
your ride at the end OF The run IN The
car barns. or were you fortunate enough
10 escape from the car while a crowd
Of women was getting on. or during a
temporary failure OF the power? Prob
ably. with the wisdom OF experience. you
have never attempted anything OF the
kind, because with your natural Ameri-
can impatence-in which the street car
men, being human. partIcipate-you
would rather take a chance on a broken
leg than be carried past your regular
street
II, however, you want 70 try the ex-
pertinent. Just remain seated tiH the ear
stops. and you viii hear the conductor.
unless he be one Of the old tried and
trained men, give the starting signal be-
fore you can climb over the end seat
hog The only chance 10 get OF is 10
rise. step on the hogs toes as the car
approaches your corner. and then as II
slows downs enough for the conductor
10 give the starting signal. take your
life in your hand. put your trust in Provi-
dence, and make a flying leap just as
the car begins 10 gather its speed again.
The idea Of bringing a car 20 a stand
still 70 let OF a mere man is TOO ridi-
tain even for a moment Besides you
don't usually expect Il. and the conduc-
tor has found q out
Generally speaking. II IS the newest
crews which give passengers the least
chance 10 get on and OF until the car
stops" and who take chances IN speed
ing their cars for half the route and
letting them dawdle along FOR the rest
of the way AL OF which makes Us
wonder why the injunction painted on
the backs Of the seats IS there.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
Man at Various Stages.

Fron the Chicago Rscard-Heraid-
At twenty-three ne thought fate was
making q special effort 20 keep him down.
AT thirty-fve he thought he might have
done great things II his wife had not been
such q handicap.
At forty he believed he would have
beer a great man II his children lad not
made It necessary FOR him 20 cling 20 the
sure things
AT ffty ne was positive that there was
a conspiracy against him on the part OF
his fellow-men.
AT sixty he felt that II he could have
been thirty-flve again nothing could have
stopped him
At seventy he began 20 believe that he
had failed because Of a lack OF courage
and Inability 10 make the most of his
opportunities.
Al eighty he was almost sure OF IL
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
LET YOUR PAPER FOLLOW YOU.

The Washington Herald will be
mailed upon request 10 subscribers
leaving the city during the summer
months. Change Of address will be
made as frequently ss desired; no
tees Of such change should give
both the old and new address
Notify your carrier or newsdeaIer
or telephone direct 10 The Wash
ington Herald. 734 18th ST. NV. The
subscription rate is the same out
Of town as In the city.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
Woman Now n Better Traveller.

From the New Orleans Daily States
Women no longer travel with ''big box,
little box, bandbox, and bundle" and
bird cage for makeweight. They travel
light" as men do. and have reduced their
impediments tG the least possible dimen-
sions That is. experienced travellers have
learned the satisfaction that comes OF
having little luggage 10 look after, though
the unaccustomed are still taking their
entire wardrobe "for fear OF needing
some little thing that has been left at
home. A woman used 10 travel can keep
on going for a couple Of weeks on the
contents Of a suitcase. because she knows
what 10 take
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
A ALITTLE NONSENSE.
A LAZY LAY.

Oh. Miss July. VIII dreamy sky,
An drOwsy breeze;
De dronin' bee, he sez, sezzee.
You am de cheese.
Oh, Miss July, de time go by
Jes' Ike a streak.
1 snoOze away de liveiong day
Down Dy de creek.
On, Miss July, vow ny
To hoe an rake
An earn a dime, but can't get time
To keep awake.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

And now comes the interesting informa-
ton that we are facing a short cranberry
crop Il makes precious little difference,
however. There is small reason TO doubt
the country IS soon 70 face short
THANKSGIVING Day dinner crop.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
Divorce Not Made Easy.

Advocates or easier divorce have been
hailing as a confirmation Of their atti-
tude the following language OF Associate
Justice Brewer. OF the, United States Su-
preme Court; When the whole obliga-
ton Of the matrimonial pact has been
defeated by the habituaI. persistent and
uncomfortable conduct Of either party.
and that relation which should represent
the acme OF human happiness is made
10 stand for all that IS most repugnant
TO our desires and anricipatiOns. a sew
erance OF the tie should DO permitted. %
But more careful commentators note how
closely this language limits resort 10 di-
vorce. II is in effect a treatment OF d.
vorce as social surgery: 20 be used only
when unavoidable II IS also pointed out
that further restriction upon too easy
resort 10 divorce IS It's cost Even when
uncontested and with clear evidence. the
estimated minimum cost Of a divorce IN
Philadelphia Is estimated at from $50 to
$50.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
Literature and JournaIism.

Lord Morley. on Literature and Journalism. az In
perial Press Conference London
Journalism is, and must be. in hurry;
literature is not Literature deals with
the permanent elements OF human things.
A journalist has to take the moods and
occasions Of the hour and make the best
OF them. But literature more or less
describes the attitude Of a judge; the
journalist dealing with what are called
live issues. has 20 be more or less Of
an advocate. Literature deals with ideals.
the journalist is a man OF action he is
not a student. but man OF action. and
he is concerned with the real.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

wholly unnecessary. and Mr.. Borah par
teularIy emphasized the injustice and the
wrongfulness Of creating a court whose
decisions were practically expected TO
run one way. namely. IN favor OF the
government
Whatever may be the merit OF these
contentious. the worst phase OF the Gus
toms court scheme was but lightly
touched upon In debate. It IS that the
places created by the court provision,
according 10 current gossip. are intended
for the reward OF men who have been
useful in framing the tariff bill, and even
in securing its passage. This Is adding
to the customary bargain and sale OF
tariff favors the misuse OF patronage
created by the bin itself AS we haze
no idea President Taft is party 10 the
division OF spoils talked at the Capitol.
We confidently anticipate that IN his ap-
pointments he will not recognize as bind
ms the various dispositions OF the new
Federal jobs alleged to have been arrived
at among the Congressional leaders.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
Invftatfon to De. DoI1irer-

From the Springfield Union.
The growing sentiment FOR taris reduction which
has made itsen felt in the West. is seen IN the
invitation given BY the Union League Club Of
Chicago 70 Senator DoliiFer 20 deliver the address
al the clubs next annual dinner
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
on octopus and &c 90.

From the Baltimore American
The oil octopus denies. II is said. that
Il Is going TO crush the peaceful and
ruminant cow as a producer OF butter
The great American COW has nothing 10
say, but philosOphicaly goes on chewing
her cud.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

THE United States has overdravn its
bank account says the Charleston News
and Courier. That IS one Of the advan-
tages-or disadvantages7-of being your
own banker.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

You can't play plano in Washington
after midnight" says the Cleveland Plain
Dealer. Some people cannot play plano
before midnight, moreover, but that does
not keep them from trying.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
Inst q. n Rrminder-

From the New Yo-k Herald
Probably do no good. but might re-
mind Congress that this Is no sea-
son 70 have the storekeeper hold a case
OF eggs and six head Of lettuce until the
statesmen tell him Just how much ne
can charge for them
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
Procedure.

What happens when two Congressman
get 10 scrappingg"
''The other Congressman hold them
apart"
But what II there are no other Con-
gressmen handy2"
"oh, a couple OF page boys wm 90"
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
Her Responsibilitx.

From London Opinion.
she-I consider I am responsible for
your business success.
HeT-WeT, you certainly did make II
necessary for ne 20 earn more money.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

Coincident with the announcement OF
Mr.. ROckefeller's gift OF 100000 20 the
general education board, comes the ad-
vance OF l cent a gallon IN kerosene OF.
JOhndee always wants his back, with
interest
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

Says Caruso OF Carasa. THAT man can't
sing al ali" Says Carasa Of CarusO
That dago has the gall" Which IL why
you-n spend good money. which is why
you'll go clean broke, 10 discover If
Caruso or Carasa is the Joke
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
~ - Neirhhnr-

From the Baltimcro Amcgican
! saw our new neighbOr this morning
She swept through her psrlor-"
with Queenly graee?"
NO; with q broom
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

Canada pays a salary 10 the leader Of
the party which opposes the party in
power says the Baltimore Star. II
that rule obtained IN the United States. Il
would bankrupt Uncle SAM 70 pay or
all the various Democratic leaders.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

After all the hubbub. and despite the
pros and cons innumerable, It Is an
nounced that John Early IS not a leper,
and never has been. There IS no disput-
ms that he IS now more or less sore.
however
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

I'VE have been in Paris a week. and
have gone 10 bed at 9 o'clock every
night" writes William Allen White from
Europe. In these circumstances, we sus-
pect Mr. Whites letters contain many
interesting bits of information about
Paris that serve sharply 10 dinerentiate
them from the usual run Of letters from
that city.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
De. Cnnnon and Mr. HiIl.

From the New Haven Register.
Speaker Cannon's explanation o. his action IN
ignoring Congressman Hin cannot Be regarded in
any othe- light than as an insult to this STATE,
deserving Of reprobation and resentment.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
The PresIdent,. Adri.er.

Frcm the Kansas City Timcs
Assuming thst the President is 70 make de-
termiDed effort to get the best possible law cut OF
the Disappointing bill it now stands. It is a
satisfaction to know that he can obtain e1Dort
counsel from within his own party
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

II Bwana Tumbo knows the situation IN
this country just now, we harbor a sus-
picion he Is just itching 10 put his trusty
old swatter In commission one more time.
anyway.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

Mr. Hartman is taking four baths per
day according 10 a news item That
mans appetite for water IS positively
glutrOnish.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
HIS SurnIse.

"a pen once used by Tennyson has
just been sold Tor 90 guineas."
That's the way It goes. grunted the
bard addressed. II don't suppose tho pub
lie would pay 10 cents Tor one OF my Old
typewriter ribbons"
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

II good Dr. Eliot should frame up I'VE
feet Of worthy songs. we fear he would
surely Include "Hark! From the Tombs
a Doleful Sound"
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
A Large Output.

Sirrah. gadzoOksi
Where are those books
We used TO get fresh every hour7
The daily sales
Were forty bales
When Indiana was IN flower.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

''Dr. D. K. Parsons, OF Chicago. IS re-
ported 20 be worried over the dimculty
OF getting rid OF his last million" says
the Macon News. The great trouble the
average man has getting rid OF his last
million is first getting hold Of Il.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

Plumpish maSiens seek the seashore.
slim ones seek the mountains high II
you think you know the answer. why.
why. why?
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

Mr.. ]. NJ. Barrie has declined the honor
Of knighthood. Mr.. Barrie's keen sense
Of humor never fails him, apparently.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

buchanan. Ga. claims 20 be the cham
pion huckleberry market" says the Sa-
vannah Press. Pretty good paregoric
market. too. no doubt
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

An income tax VIII cause incomes 70
shrink percepubly-and IN more than one
sense. moreover.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
IL. AIdrich md 81 cnnnnn
Mr.. lodges vanisbinr yacatio

From the Indianapolis News
Speaker Cannon is little bit more autocrati
than Aldrich. The latter viii let them talk
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
Not Answered.

Yes; I belong 20 w0man's club"
Il s'pose it's a mutual admiration so
ciety. eh?"
Looks Ike rain to-day over toward the
northeast. don't you thiuk?''
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

Enter the Seattle Post-InteTIgencer with
this new brain-teaser: What is a Gig
arette7''
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

OF all sad words Of tongue or pen. the
saddest are these: TT might have been
well enough 20 let the Dingley law alone"
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

Chancellor Won Buelow win have hard
time being as quiet during the next six
months as Chancellor Day has been dur
ing the past six
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

For Exhibit A IN the New York Nails
collection Of People One Never Sees,
We suggest THE man higher up"
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
THOSE IN AUTHORITY.
inc Chief Ccnferee

From the Springfield Republican
President Taft may be called perhaps the chief
conferee ex ohicio.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

From TIE Boston Herald.
As one Of the select body q AIdrich corsc4pts
Senator Lodge must defer that annual Nantucret
cutting
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
A Serious Proposition.

why don't you enjoy life more3"
My coed sir" answered the pessimistic
man, life wasn't made 20 enjoy"
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
MIR. Pages Neglected BfbIe.

From the New York Sun
Senator Page. the Green Mountain Puritan VII
doesn't read his Bible.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
IndicatIOna-

do you think that Canada WIN ever
become ArueFicanizedT
We'll. she plays baseball"
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

Now. n that North Carolina jury had
found Itself guilty Of confessional insan-
ity." we could have understood It more
readily
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
PEOPLE AND THINGS
A Cominr conference-

Plans for a conference on Uniform leg
islation. 20 be held IN Washington next
January. are announced in the Civic Fed
Grafton Review. President Taft is 10 open
the proceedings with an address. The
topics 10 be discussed under this COM
prehensive head are numerous. including
natural resources. railway legislation.
banking. life insurance, FIRE insurance,
labor, marriage and divorce. vital stats
tics. accounting. public health. and good
roads. In the same periodical. Attorney
General Wtckersham is quoted as saying.
n relation 20 the welfare work begun
among department employees in Washing
ton:
I'VE all, men and women alike. are
desirous OF promoting the welfare Of our
fellow-beings. provided II does not Occa-
sion too much discomfort. Power brings
with IL responsibility and the penalty
FOR maintaining and enjoying wealth Is
that il be wisely disbursed. IL IS a dis
grace 20 US II we enjoy our luxurious
homes, our comfortable Libraries, and our
mode OF living, when the people who
work for US haven't a decent place IN
which 20 eat a meal or 20 earn their
days wage"
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15

James NIcGonigie. OF philadelphia who
is az the Riggs. discussed hot-Tater
drinks and other liquid refreshments last
night. and told this story
some forty years ago. perhaps less. a
learned clergyman OF scotland was chosen
the head OF one OF the leading colleges
or the United States. The day Of his
inauguration was exceedingly warm. and
the reverend gentleman walked 70 the
chapel. where q large and select audience
awaited his appearance WiPing the per-
spiration from his brow, the learned doc
tor explained:
- The weather Is very hot. and the
whusEv-here q look of disgust as broad
as his pronunciation came over his rugged
features-'and the whusky It was very
mean.
Perhaps the good old man had been
given some Of that Peoria abomiEatio1
and had sailed into il as he had been
accustomed TO imbibe his native Scotch
Though this president OF a great Pres
byterian college would have his 'whusky.'
lie mace his college. the equal in standing
of any other On America. and the youth
into whom Dr. MacLeash could not ins-
plant some character was hopeless-''
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
street Cars and Public Opinion.

The Philadelphia Rapid Transit Com
pany carried $4,000 fewer passengers
IN the year ended June 30 than IN the pre-
cedlng year. The loss Is not due 20
shrinking OF population. but 10 the re-
cent strike. and TO the percsptible growth
OF the habit OF walking to and from
business. That habit may benefit the
health OF the population. while not
swelling the receipts OF the company. Il
is estimated that the company VIII carry
500 oo0.oo0 passengers IN the coming year.
but even that would De a decrease OF
about 100000 as compared with 1908.
That does not measure It's loss, since the
city is growing rapidly Il has been
shown that the company's expectation
that an Increase OF the rate Of fare
through the abolition OF exchange tick
cts would bring larger revenue was IN
error. That IS because many former pas
seugers continue 70 walk. The expert
ence Of this company IN Philadelphia IS
an object lesson 20 capital invested IN
transit companies in other cities. the les
son being that there Is a selfish reason
for such corporations 20 maintain friend
y relations with local public opinion.
The Washington herald., 1909-07-15
Night Riders Freed.

NA8nf RIDERS freed
Students OF legal procedure may lament
that the appellate court OF Tennessee has
seen IL 70 set aside the verdict OF guilty
found against eight night riders IN that
state for the murder or Capt. Rankin.
The verdict was not challenged on Rc-
cO1nt Of the evidence. tt seems apparent
that the guilt or the defendant assassins
WAS clearly proved The question was
whether the conviction had been brought
about properly IN all respects. The de-
cision makes necessary another trial and
Il IS predicted that another conviction
may be difficult This seems another IN
stance OF making form more important
than substance. The attorney. general OF
Tennessee announces his belief that the
decision was not justified IN law and IN
fact. The lamentable effect Of such
revival may be % make the night riders
more defiant and reckless than ever. The
decision IS based on the ground that
each OF the eight defendants was not al
lowed as many challenges as II he had
been tried separately. and also. that the
grand jury finding the indictments had
not been properly drawn.