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Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1909-02-10

In spite of the progress of the air
ship, there may be some water craft
left to navigate the Panama Canal
when it is opened in 1915.
Decorah public opinion. (Decorah, Winneshiek County [Iowa]) 1895-1928, 1909-02-10

Whose would write clearly must
think clearly, and II he would write, In
noble style he must first possess q
toble soul. Goethe.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16

cipies Of pure government, and one which is attacking the vitals ot our l safeguard. Shall we subscribe to the doctrine. that in politics all things are I fair, or that there Is a different honor 1 in civil government to that honesty which we should apply in our every day walks in life?
 '"rhe American people possess to Q large degree that noble trait of sym- pathy and brotherly love. which vie brateS in the heart of man, and he Is every ready to extend helping hand to resent the wrongs inflicted by the strong against the weak.
 "This uplifting quality will come forth with a mighty avalanche ofvotes, and alone will be sufficient to bury the amendment so deep that the erosions of the politicians as they slide into ob- livion will never be able to bring 1t to light.
 End Hoped For.
 ''what can the amendment accom- plfsh7 The statutory laws on prohibi- ton are the strongest and most for- midabie that were ever written to pre- vent violations of the intent of stat- ute. If the statutes should fail in their purpose how do they propose the amendment to aid? Is the right of search to be extended to the home? Is the bill of rtNi1ts. that has ever been the dearest ar6cle of tho constitution, to be lacerated by an amendment con. ceived in iniquity?
 "Ah, fellow citizens, there can be conditions that are worse than the open saloon, as bad as they frequently are The offering of the amendment is a confession of the lack of faith in the success of the statutes. It Is well recognized principle that no law can be successfully enforced without the sympathy and sentiment of the people behind it. Is 1t the purpose and inten- ton to attempt to so change the stat- ute that with the aid of the military and constabulary oul citizens will be arrested on suspicion and convicted without trial by jury. If such condi- tions should arise the present statutes would be repealed and no authority would exist for the regulation of the trafic and saloons could be run at ev- cry cross roads throughout the State.
 "Ohio has constitutional prohibition. Is that the kind of prohibition the ad- vocates of the amendment are after?
 Tt must be their purpose to follow still further the example of Ohio and tax the saloons for the purpose of rafs- ing revenue, as tax seems to be more popular word than license. These things must be conjectured as no ad- vance notice is given out by the gen- tleman from Ohio of what additional
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
senator Hamhurger.

Senator Max Hamburger of Mobile: Tt was a great convention, the great est I ever attended and l have been coming to Montgomery to conventions for sixteen years or since I was sixteen years of age. The old guard of Ala bama was present and asserted itself with energy and enthusiasm that will make itself felt throughout the length and breadth of the State. l was member of the State Senate I was most impressed by the speeches of my col leagues. The fearless and forcible Rob Spragins, of Madison. and the cour- teous and chivalous Perry Thomas. of Barbour. both of whom made brief. but brilliant, speeches. I hope that Mobile may some day have the opportunity of entertaining those gentlemen and should they ever come to Mobile the best we have, will be none too good for Reilly believe that every county within one hundred miles of Mobile will roll up a majority against the amendment"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16

ever settled unless it Is done fairly and honestly. and the citizens of Ala bama will never be convinced, or driven into ratifying such an unfair proposi- tion.
 While in the towns and cities you find many instances where everything Of public nature Is viewed in the commercial spirit, the rural sections can be relied upon to cling steadfastly to that patriotic spirit which has ever been the safeguard of our liberties which is founded upon fairness and jus tice.
 Did the spirit of unfairness turk in this proposition which we have before us? Let us see. The call was con- ceived and made without any discus sion before hand and the election was placed at such time that would de- prive thousands of our citizens of the privileges of casting their votes. These citizens by neglect, oversight, or un- avoidable circumstances. not anticipat- ing such a question, failed in the pay ment of their poll-tax when due, oth- erwise, qualified as good and true citi- zens. Are>they to be denied the privi- lege of expressing their wishes in the general election named for voting on the amendment?
 Asks Question.
 Was 1t the intention of those rec sponsible for the framing and intro duction of this amendment to deny this privilege when they placed the election in November? If so, the resolution to amend the constitution was conceived in iniquity and pressed with unfair ness. thereby violating the spirit of the very constitution which 1t Is pro- posed to, amend, making 1t the politi- cal football of politicians, and this alone shall be a sufficient reason for its defeat.
 Then again, the question was sprung. as before stated, without prior notice. or discussion. and the effect of such action. if it should unfortunately carry in this election. is~ to amend the con- stitution by a majority while hereaf- ter If the amendment should be consid- cred an unwise provision by a majority of our citizens, 1t would require a three-ffths majority to displace 1t. Can you see the spirit of uhfairness concealed in this proposition? Is it an effort to prevent tue majority at any future time from un doing what the majority is attempting to do now? Fairness is but the synonym of jus- tice. upon which the framework of our constitution rests and 1t will be pre- served to the end of time, or else lib- erty itself will be sacrificed in its pur- suit. Should the amendment be adopt ed, that has been so tainted with un- fairness. and violative of all the prin-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16

of some functions of liberty which have always hitherto been theirs.
 Mir. Henderson said:
 "Wo have assembled for the purpose
 of considering a question that Is of great importanc to the future welfare of our State. All other public ques- tions for the present should rest, and no collateral Issues permitted to ob- scure the matter which has brought us together. The proposed amendment affords field sufficiently large for discussion within itself to interest the most indifferent citizen wftnout Juggling In quections that are entirely foreign to the purpose of this assemblage, or the results sought to be attained by 1t.
 The advocates of the amendment are attempting to becloud the issue by introducing irrevelant sub jects. They have already discerned the weakness of their cause, and attempt by intro- ducing outside issues to muddy the water and thereby endeayor to distract the attention of the people whose alert ness has been attracted by the propo. sition to amend the constitution. ,, Rely on Constitution.
 ''Our people have been bred to rely upon the constitution as the bulwark of their freedom, and how can there be any subject of more interest. or dearer than that which preserves their freedom that has been gained only by heroic struggle, and place over them selves in lieu thereof a tyrannical bond,
 "Efforts have been made quite ire. auently in the pastfew years to amend the constitution, but they have rarely succeeded. This Is the first time, how ever that a police regulation, has been suggested. While we have legisla- ton in the constitution, such articles were almost unanimously approved. and were placed there to strengthen 1t be- fore the people when submitted to them for notifications The amendment ad- vocates have learned they will have great difficulty in preventing convinc- ing argument to the yeomanry of the State that the amendment is right, or will accomplish what Is claimed for it. In their policy of coercion they have raised the battle cry, every man must be for the constitutional amend ment. or he is forever marked as an undesirable citizen, unworthy of the confidence of his fellow man. The whip lash is held aloft to drive the reealcitrants wherever the bell wether leads. Every aspirant must favor this particular amendment to in turn re- ceive favor. This is the way 1t Is proposed to remove it from politics. Does that appear as an honest effort to cleanse our politics? No question Is
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
come out on the prohibition ticket ar . doomed to fgnofrinious defeat'
Col '. Q. wehb.


 Col. John C. Webb. of DemopoIis: "i have fought the battles of Democracy since the year 1861. You could not give me a political position. nave never sought office Tn my lite, there fore can say without fear of beins misunderstood and without fear of De. ing pointed out as seeking politicai preferment that the convention just closed was the greatest assemblage oi representative men that the State or Alabama has ever seen gathered to- gethef. The body was enthusiastic be- yond my widest hopes am sure that the constitutional amendmen, will be beaten by overwhelming ma 5orities. l am disgusted with the min- isters who are preaching politics from the pulpit and sincerely trust that the people will repudiare at tne poils the actions of these men. I am de- lighted al the stand The AdverrIsc.. has taken on Unconstitutional amenu- inent. have read The Advertiser al. my life. l would rather do without my Bible than The Advertiser. When l die 1 hope to have 6 copy buried with me-"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
SOME OPINIONS OF CONFERENCE Delegates Express Their
 Approval GATEERING GREAT SUCCESS Pledges Given to Aid in Coming
 Fight. 1eaaers In Many Sections Of the State See Victory Certain
 In The Fu-

Leslie HaIl of Baldwin county, one Of the delegates to the convention. Is erthusiastic in his belief that the samendment will be lost in the election. He gives as one of the many reasons that the people resent the deliberate scheme of the Legislature to deprive many thousands of the privilege to vote because 1t would have in due course been an off-year, and they did not pay their poll taxes before last Eebruary 1.
 rUnleas things. change in Baldwin county, said gMr. Hall. 'it will go at least twot> to one against the amend 1ment. It is a mistake. too, to say that the rural vote is for the amendment. 1EY observation has been just the op- p0site"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
CoY A q Lyons.

Col. A s. Lyons, State Senator Iron Mobile: The personnel of the gather ing is the best I have ever seen In nt- tendance at any convention or gather ing of any kind In Alabama, and have been attending conventions III the State for twenty years. The at tendance was large and the enthnsl- asm unbounded. l was immeasuraoly impressed by the spontaneous outpour- ing of the states best men. The con- vention was a protest against methods that have been employed by those in power that will live in the history of Alabama to the end of time. The temper of the convention indicates that the people will not permit the Constitution to be tampered with at will"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
Senator SDraRIns

Senator Spragins of Madison: "The minority. members of the Senate and House of Representatives who were opposed to the constitutional amend ment and fought 1t in the States leg tslative bodies commenced this fight ana Judging from the splendid body of men present3at the convention 1t now appears that they will be vindicated at the polls when the people vote on the amendment"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
Hnn A. G Smith.

Hon. A. G, smith, for many years chairman of the State Democratic ex- ecutive committee: You may say that I consider this convention the great est that I have ever attended in the State. The people met here without previous organization but confusion was entirely absent and the harmony was such that reports of committees were adopted without a dissenting vote From the temper of the body and judging also from reports re- 'elved, the Reverend Brooks Lawrence
 B. B Conner and Judge Sam Weakicy ma any other candidates who may
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
Senator Perry Thomas.

Senator Perry Thomas of Barbour. president pro tenn of the Senate: q was impressed with the size of the crowd and the earnestness of the dele- gates individually but above all was l impressed with the earnestness of the convention as body. When the con- vention took recess at S:15 1t was freely said that most of them would not not return for the completion of the session. but such was not the case. The delegates were in their seats to a man at the appointed time even though many of them knew that they should miss their trains and be detained in Montgomery many hours longer than they had intended"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
Hon, R. J. Lowe.

Hon. Robert J. Lowe, of Birming- ham. for many years Chairman of the State Democratic Executive Commit tee: That so many of the States best and ablest men could be brought to- gether for any purpose is simply mar velous To me the most remarkable feature of the convention was the com ing together of so many men holding so many shades of belief concerning the prohibition question. All were agreed that the Constitution of Ala. bama should be preserved in its integ. rity."
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
CoIoneI E. K. Campbell,

Colonel E. K. Campbell. of Birming- ham: "The greatest convention I have ever attended. The personnel of the body~fndicated that 1t was composed of the most representative men of the State. To me the convention indi- cates that the people of the State are alive to the importance of constitu' tional government"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
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The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16

individuals. we heartily oppose any legislation that infringes upon person. al rights or individual liberties. We therefore oppose constitutional prohi. bition. not only as interfering with personal rights. but as mere fanaticai policy for ofic0 seekers"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
k. c. Boswell.

The State executive committee Of the Peoples Party and other Populists who attended the conference held an Informal meeting at the Exchange Hotel yesterday, unanimously endors- Ing the action of the conference.
 According to E. c. Boswell. secre- tary of the committee. the Populists ol Alabama are going to vote in unison Against the amendment. They are well pleased with the work of the c0nference.
 +The Populists." said MT. Boswell in an Interview last night. are local op- tfonists. and naturally rebel at the proposed amendment. Local option oI < self-Eovernment has been and still is one of tho fundamental principles nf p0pulism. and while we commend tenn perances not only as a party but as
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
Colonel CharIes Hendersop.

Colonel Charles Henderson. Temper ary Chairman of the Convention. and President of the State Railroad Con- mission: The greatest convention I have ever attended. A source of pride that the best men of the State were there to lend their aid to defeat the effort to mutilate our States Consti- tution."
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
Hon. E. & Arnnar

"A fine body of men who came from the cities and from the farms. They represented all shades of opinion on the prohibition question but were united in opposition to the constitu- t1onal amendment. They believe that the people of the State should be oon- tent, with. statutory prohibition and decry all efforts to tamper with the constitution in the name of prohibi-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
Hon. w. H. Long.

Hon. W. H. Long. Jr., of Morgan: The convention today fairly reflected the sentiment of the people of the State against the amendment for pro- hibition. It made manifest that the people of Alabama still believe in the old theory that the wind and rain may enter their homes but the king can not"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
E. R. McCarfY.

Editor E. B. McCarty of The Times, Demopolis. said: T have been attend ing conventions in different parts of the State for thirty years, and this convention was the most representative body of men have ever Seen together, not excepting the last Legislature"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
Hon. $. C. Jenkins.

Hon. S. c. Jenkins, of Baldwin: T was surprised at the attendance of the convention and the character of the men. There were not many members of the legislature and office holders present but business men. lawyers, doctors and farmers. from all the diff ferent counties of the State. I am ab- solutely sanguine that the amendment will be overwhelmingly defeated"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
sennfar RInc,su,an

Senator Blackmon. Of Calhoun: "Tnr most representative body of men that have seen assembled in convention since I became interested In the ar- fairs of Alabama in 1S96. The conven- ton indicates that the business inter- ests of the State Are waking up to the situation and that they propose to again take hand in the affalrs of State"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
unn J. R. KnOx,

Hon. John B. Knox. President of the Constitutional Convention of 1901: .'The convention was composed Of the strongest and ablest men have ever seen brought together for any purpose In this State. The most earnest gath erIne 1t has ever been my pleasure to work with. A high recommendation for the State"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
c.neral C. L. Penraou.

General c. L. Pearson, of Tallapoosa: '"The convention was composed of the States most representative men. In no sense was 1t q meeting of liquor men. Its members were men to be be- lieved by the people of the State and trusted by them"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
Fatal Trolley Wreck

Reading, Pa, Sept 15.-Winfield Weidner. a conductor. was Killed and six passengers were injured here today when a trolley car was wrecked at the bottom of hill. It is believed the mo torman was seized with fit, as he fell from the car at the top of the hill.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
fHOn. g. E Ienkfnn.

Hon. s. E. Jenkins. of Baldwin: "rne spontaneous outpouring of the best men of the State impressed me beyond words. There were no office seekers present and political preferment was uuthought of by any men present
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
Hnn T. Il WiIIeff.

Hon. J. J. willett of Anniston: T think the convention was splendid gathering of Alabamians, determined to preserve their rights. The State has never before in its history. seen so many able men working together For so worthy a cause"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
MinIater Edhu RenIrns-

Bucharest. Roumania, Sept. 15.- Spencer F. Eddy, of Chicago. United States Minitser to Roumania and Ser via, has sent in his resignation. His decision Is due to personal reasons chiefly continued Illness In his family
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
G E Hamilton.

Mayor c. E. Hamilton. of oreenville. was an interested member of the as- eembiage even if he was quiet. and eays that there will be many prohi- bitionists in the county of Butler who wlll vote against the amendment.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
Hon. P q. RovxmaD.

Hon. Payton G. Bowman. of Jeffer. son: T never saw s1ch a protest Of people on any issue and I don't believe there will be ten counties in the State that will vote for the amendment"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
Colonel R. E. steiner.

Colonel R. E. Steiner: The most con- servative but most earnest body of men with whom I have ever worked"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
WaIter Tee.

Mir. Walter Lee. of Evergreen, was une of the Conecuh delegation and was named as the Conecuh member or the Executive Committee.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
K. ID. GOdbOld.

Hon. Norinan D. Godbold. of Wil- cox. was Tn Montgomery yesterday on business and did not come here to at- tend the conference. MT. 2odbold is in favor of the amendment and conse- uuently was not in attendance upon the conference
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16
T. H. Motion,

No more earnest delegate could De found in the crowd from Jefferson than T. H. Motion. the real estate deal .er of Birmingham. Mir. Motion Is the author of the series of letters ap- bearing in the Birmingham dailies in protest against the radical features or the Fuller temperance bill. That fea- sure which comes under hIs tire iE the provision making landlords liable for the delinquencies of the tenant.
 Tt is a most serious proposition, said Mr Motion last night. Never be- fore have l had to deal with anything that approached it. It does seem to me that in a Democratic State the man who rents his property to another should be spared the pains of looKing after the habits and business of the tenant. It is but one of the many drastic provisions Of the Fuller aud other bills.''
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16

Hon. Byrd G. Farmer. of Dothan. one of the successful lawyers of Southeastern Alabama, who has been on the stump against the Amendment for several days. came into the con- vention for additional ammunition
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-09-16

toOntinued on PJse Ten.D
Palisadian. [volume] (Cliffside Park, N.J.) 1906-current, 1909-01-01
CHANGES IN THE PARK.
Improvements for the Coming Season
Already Starting.

The changes in the way of improve
ments at the Palisade Amusement
Park are already we'll under way, and
it is easy to see that much more at
tractive place will open to the public
when the gates are unbarred next
May.
Recently there have been put in a
number OF rustic seats made of cedar.
which are scattered over the Park,
and which will add much to the COM
fort of visitors besides being of great
picturesque beauty. Several pagodaS
have been built of rough cedar, also.
and they form very attractive little
hooks for small parties where lunch
con may be served, there being table
in the center for each pagoda. Be
sides these things, there will be a
beautiful pergola leading from the
main entrance walk direct to the open
air theatre, made, also, of cedar poles.
Palisadian. [volume] (Cliffside Park, N.J.) 1906-current, 1909-01-01

These charming effects IN ced,,
Grafton must be seen to be u
ciated.
The Merry-go-round buildi7,
nearing completion. This bnss
will cost about 10000 complete !
from the machinery, the total h,
ment representing over 10000
The Midway booths will all /.
modelled, with an overhangine 81
under which electric lights Mil
placed, so that the glare will +
duced.
Entertainment Hall is now !
plete, and will be opened this =
as roller skating rink. 1t h
closed on all sides with glass, anil
be properly heated by a dozen :
hard coal stoves.
The miniature scenic railva,
be moved up to the main entrl
and will wind among the pretty +
berry. There will be a pretty 4
constructed, which will greatly 3
the children.
Everything is all ready to jes-
the huge Casino and dance hall. Il
is to be the main feature Of
grounds. With a frontage OF 20
and width OF fifty feet, this d
ing will fill all the demands for 4
ing and restaurant purposes.
Palisadian. [volume] (Cliffside Park, N.J.) 1906-current, 1909-01-01

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Stronger Sex"
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Boys and Betty"