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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

concerned q system Of registration would
probably be Of no particular use. There
IL little or No mystery in the inner circles
regarding the connections OF the plausi.
BILE, persuasive. insinuating, persistent
persons who hang about the Capitol
Their errands are perfectly well under
stood by those who have votes to cast.
But the public Is in the dark. Only now
and then when some false move Is made
and the feelings Of legislator arc tuf.
fed and the agent gets his wires crossed
does the bright light Of publicity beat
upon these activities. to the Information
Of the people. Then, maybe the sources
of certain personal incomes arc revealed
and mysteries Of high living are ex-
planned.
The only real value OF q lobbyist regis
tration scheme would lie in publication
OF the avowals. In a conspicuous place
in the legislative building should be ex-
posed a large book. like a hotel register,
wherein the special agents Of interests
affected by pending measures would be
required to inscribe their names. with
the appropriate details Of their employ
ment Then the world would know what
was doing and would be correspondence
edited and possibly warned. But a
registry Of lobbyists held secret, for the
guidance only of members OF an already
we'll informed legislative corps, would
be of no advantage II there is to be
publicity. let 1t be complete. Washing
ton would have some Joyous experiences
with such a system in full swing and an
other change in the methods Of legisla-
tive persuasion would doubtless be evolv-
ed, to draw a veil over these activities
which, perhaps without reason, are re-
garded unfavorably by an always sus-
picious public.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09
To Register Lobbyists.

Usually the winter is the season for
eccentric state legislation, for that Is the
time when the lawmakers of the COM
monwealths assemble. with their weighty
burdens OF responsibility and their sur
charged sense of duty to the public Few
of the freak bills introduced are even
considered and only occasionally one is
actually adopted, such as that which
passed the Oklahoma legislature a year
or two ago requiring the hotels in the
state 10 equip their beds with nine-foot
sheets. The legislature OF Georgia is the
only one of the state assemblies that
sits in midsummer, SO its contribution 10
the history OF remarkable propositions is
always belated. This year IL consists
OF bill. which has just been passed By
The lower house. requiring all lobbyists
10 register their names and those of their
employers and designate the bills in
which they are interested. Failure thus
10 declare themselves is written down as
a felony, with severe penalty.
Even though the often regretted good
Old days" OF the lobby in WASHINGTON
have passed there remains enough Of this
sort OF work here to keep things inter
esting. Members Of Congress are no.
permitted to remain in ignorance of the
presence OF bills on the calendars and OF
their exceptional merits or their pro-
nounced dement's, according to the point
of view. II is assured that every fedora,
lawmaker will sooner or later be informed
Of the reasons for or against the passage
OF the propositions which involve heavy
interests. Former members of Congress
VINO are entitled TO the Moor during SEES
si0nS nix a THRIVING trada II iS a1,arrad
in this line of establishing communities
Tons between the legislators and the per.
sons affected. A tagging system for the
Capitol such as that proposed in Georgia
would result in some interesting dis
closures.
As far as the legislators themselves are
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09
The Shooting Of Mayor Gaynor.

A CITY executive head of the largest
and most important municipal govern
nent in the western world, has been
stricken down with deadly intent by
discharged employe Of whose existence
he was previously unaware, of whose
grievance he had never heard. Fortu'
nately. the assassin's bullet failed to
reach a vital spot and his victim lives,
while the wretch awaits such punish
rnent as the law may administer, which,
IN the interest OF public security and
for the protection Of governing officers
throughout the country, should be
heavy The intention plainly was 10
kill. and the intent and not the result
should measure the gravity Of the
oNense.
Mayor Gaynor's effort to give New
York a clean, businesslike administra-
ton has brought him into contact with
many difficult situations Elected by
the votes of Tammany Hall. an organi-
zation standing almost avowedly before
the world as an exponent of graft and
corruption. an organized machine for
the extraction Of heavy tolls from the
civic body, he entered office under d
measure OF question as to his purposes
He has thus far given evidence OF re-
garding his prediction pledges seri-
ously He has cut of considerable
waste Of the public funds, has abol-
ished numerous sinecures and has in
general managed the affairs Of New
York with praiseworthy energy and eff
ficiency. He has up to this time proved
himself one of the best mayors New
York ever elected.
That he should be stricken on the eve
of his departure for vacation voyage,
on the very deck of the ship, adds to
the dramatic elements of this crime.
The ASA sin selected his time with
shrewdness. There was no guard about
the mayor. He was care-free and with
out thought for his personal safety. In
deed. he has never been disposed to
guard himself. walking about freely
alone. There have been no threats
against him of which the public has
heard Murder OF public officials is not
common in this country.
The shot Of the wretch Gallagher, who
thus achieves a brief notoriety such as
he never could have gained by any ex-
ercise of his own good qualities, is CAL
oulated to rebound to Mayor Gaynor' s
political advantage. His enemies must
slayer Appraisement of his excellent
qualities will overwhelm criticism of
his actions which have aroused oppoSi-
ton 1t may prove that the assassin,
through his bad Workmanship, has done
Mayor Gaynor a service rather than an
injury.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09
The Interests" and Senators.

Senator Bristow, speaking in Wisconsin
In behalf Of Senator La Toilette, declares
tina, il the latter Is Endorsed for re-elec-
ton at next months primaries, stand-pat
republican members Of the legislature, in
order to defeat him. will vote for DEM
ocrat This will be done under the influ-
ence of the system" the interests
The Kansas senator makes a very grave
charge. Is there ground for it? Does he
know whereof he speaks? Or Is he merely
INDUCING on the stump In such generali-
ties as characterize debates in the Senate
and the House when the tariff is under
discussion and everything goes?
There is new issue this year, and. in
a way. 1t is as important as any we have
known. 1t has appeared in Indiana. and
it now appears in Wisconsin. 1t may APP
pear in any state where a United States
sena torship is in the balance. This issue
relates to the binding character Of in
structions to legislatures respecting can
didates for the Senate. Are they binding,
or not?
The question really answers itself. But.
as on two occasions-in Kentucky and
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. have been violated
within eighteen months. and there are ru-
mors Of violations in elections to come, the
subject Is one Of interest. There are poll
ticians lauded for standing without be-
ing hitched." There are others denounced
for mot staying bought" What we now
have to consider Is the legislator who re-
fuses to obey his party instructions spe-
c.fically issued. What shall be said OF
him? What should be done with him?
In the case OF Mr.. La Toilette the issue
Ia as plain as day. Candidates for his
seat In the Senate-he among then,-are
announced. The state OF Wisconsin is be-
ing canvassed by them and their friends,
and primary election is scheduled for a
day next month. Now is the time, there
FORE for republicans who are opposed to
Mr.. La Toilette, and want him retired
from ONCE. TO exert themselves. II they
win next month he and his friends will
be in honor bound to accept the result.
II they lose they will be in honor bound
| to accept the result. The election OF a
republican legislature instructed to return
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09
PENNSYL VAN|A RAILROAD
Bulletin.
a MESSAGE FROM
the new JERSEY SEACoAST

The fine service of express trains maintained by the
Pennsylvania Railroad between Baltimore and Washington
and the entire chain of seaside from Cape May to
Long Branch serves convenience and requirements of
all travellers.
Connections made in Broad Street Station, Phadel-
pfa for all points the Upper New Jersey Coast-Long
Branch Asbury Park, Ocean Grove etc.
The weekend Atlantic City, Cape May Wildwood or
Ocean City appeals the pentups the city, and the
and comparative cheapness Of the trip nsures its realization
Atlantic City is only four hours and ortytwo minutes
from Washington three hours and thrseven minutes from
Baltimore by through of Buffet paror and coaches
Cape May only FIVE hours and thrty6ve minutes away
from Washington via Broad Street Station Philadelphia four
hours and thirty minutes from Baltimore
Heed the message and try the eHhiaration Of
bath.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09
Sad Days for Newport.

Newport will soon be an old port, and
sadly behind the times In the matter OF
sensations. II she does not wake up. Look
a that younger frisky resort in Rhode
Island, pulling off, a spirited gambling
raid and filing the land with the details
OF fashion in the tolls of the law. What
are your monkey dinners, your minstrel
shows in private parlors. your fight pic
lures exhibited before spiketail coats
and "silken gowns, and all that. In COM
parison with that episode at Narragansett
Pier? Has the glory of Newport de-
parted?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

The two chairrnen have spoken, and the
congressional campaign is on. Speed the
plow. Make way for liberty. Everybody
get busy. Eft ceters.
Chairman Iioyd's advices are all to the
good. He declares that this is demo-
cratic year, and no mistake. The demo-
Gratis are united and the republicans
divided. 1t Is but question Of marching
through divided ranks to victory. AS he
sees matters, the only democratic danger
Is in overconidence. So rosy prospect
at this stage Of the game may beget
carelessness unless local leaders are on
their guard. He adjures them to do their
best and make the winning as large and
notable as possible. Strike sufficient ter
ror into the hearts Of the opposition
this year. and the effect will benefit the
democracy two years hence.
Chairman Mckinley smiles and replies.
He has no fear as to the result. What
cares he for democratic claims in August?
Are they not always extravagant three
months in advance OF election day? Have
not the last eight Houses been carried by
the democrats in midsummer only to be
lost In November? He predicts repe-
tition Of that history this year. Make
no mistake. The republicans will control
the next House. The majority may fall
below the figures Of the present House,
but twill serve. With it's aid the party
will go into the presidential campaign in
compact and aggressive form, and carry
that election also.
These two officials In these two de-
liverances justify their selection for the
places they hold. A political chairman
should be a cheSTful body. Both his look
and his talk should be pleasant. II he
has glum and anxious moments let him
impart the fact only to his most trusted
lieutenants. He cannot AFFORD to stand on
the street corners, or send for score OF
newspaper correspondents. and confess
that the deuce Is to pay with him and
his. That sort Of a campaign manager
would soon find himself out Of job
and headed for feeble minded institute.
But as a matter Of fact, known to all
trained observers, the situation as re-
spects the next House Is at present very
much confused. It Is in the power Of
the republicans to commit suicide, and
here and there is the threat Of such an
act. But wiser views may prevail, and II
they do, and the party reunites, 1t
should score again. The democratic posi-
ton is not strong in itself. and not
promising except as the opposition may
decide to weaken itself further.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09
Heckle Them!
From the Duluth Herald.


Heckling is a British custom, but it is
one that this country may we'll substitute
for its customary habit of giving CAM
paign speakers a stolid. silent hearing
which leaves them free to set up men OF
straw and knock them down. thus Great
ing the impression chat they are making
tremendous arguments. Heckling is SIM
ply asking questions. 1t has become an
art In Great Britain. 1t adds immensely
to the spice Of the campaigns. 1t adds,
too, to the value Of public meetings. be-
cause 1t brings out real facts. Livery
candidate for parliament expects to be
heckIed, and most Of them grow expert
at experiencing the operation. Frightening
their wits by brushing them against the
wits of their audiences. And there are
lot of congressman in this country-sen-
ators too-who need to be heckled. Tney
need to be asked questions. If you let
them alone they will weave for you pretty
pictures of their public records and OF the
records of their party. They are skillful
at concealing defects and exaggerauns
merits. Only the pictures they draw are
not true pictures. You can make them
true If you carry your wits to the po-
litcal meetings, and heckle TO your
hearts content.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09
The Egotist's Geography.

Upon q little globe he gazed
And whirled 1t once around.
Then by his thoughts he was amazed,
So splendidly profound.
For he was OF the tribe whose might
Mankind may not neglect;
He holds that naught Is done Alright
That he does not inspect.
Quoth he: Upon this spot make
My home, and 1t Is clear
While consent to stay awake
We have the daylight cheer.
But constant watch l cannot keep
He added with a frown.
And when at night I go to sleep
The world turns upside down.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09
Laws Long Arm.
From the Albany Tines.Union.

From the Albany Times Union
From time immemorial the criminal mas
sought to elude the meshes OF the law:
he has carefully planned in advance all
the details of his crime. even to the most
minute; he has mapped out the pathway
Of escape, and has left nothing undone 10
cover his tracks to and from the scene
of his msdeed. And yet he invariably
leaves some clew, often as slight ana
unnoticeable as the thinnest thread OF
a spiders web. but still clew. "
course there are 'unsolved mysteries IN
the annals of murder, arson and inert
but that they are unsolved Is due more
to the lack OF ability or interest upon
the part Of the officers Of the law than
to any special genius on the criminals
part In the matter Of covering up his
crime. Murder will OUT has been on
the tip Of the worlds tongue for centu-
RES.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

Mr.. La Toilette to the Senate will call FOR
his return without stipulation or delay.
A great deal IL said about the inter
ests" and their influence on officials and
legislation. Some Of 1t is too extravasant
for belief. But II the Interests want to
get into a hotter box than they have
hitherto occupied. let them manifest them
selves in Wisconsin. Indiana. Ohio or else
where next winter when senatorial IN
structions, no matter in whose behalf Is
sued, come up for obedience.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

1t is hard to find a suitable name for
those English ladies who press their
claims 10 the franchise with SO much
energy and courage. They would not
like "suffragi any better than "suf-
Gagettes."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09
Repetition.

! shall not kick about the heat,
Because full well I know
Ny adjectives I shall repeat
About the wintry snow.
There's always nothing new to tell
About the climates larks.
You may describe it just as we'll
BY using ditto marks.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09
SHOOTING STARS.
By PHILANDER JOHNSON.
Peace Insured.

Il suppose John Smith and Pocahontas
lived happily ever after
''Of course. He was one man who
couldn', put up the shadow Of an argu-
ment when her relatives said he owed
everything to his wife
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09
Mischievous MAude

when Harold proposed to me-" said
Maude, IT told him to go and ask papa.
But you don't really care for him.
said Maymie.
"Of course not. But do SO love to play
little jokes on papa
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

Some one has tried to raise the question
of whether prize-ight pictures are any
more demorslizing than barefoot dances
There can be no doubt that the pusilistic
exhibition is comparatively coarse and in
artistic, inasmuch as the performers ART
not required to keep time with an orches
ira,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09
Scanty, But Persuasive.

THAT man seems to have gotten along
we'll with a very limited VOCABULARY,
said the student.
YES" replied the financier When he
wants anything all he needs to do Is to
write a few words on a check and sign
his name.''
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

It appears that there are questions con-
fronting our statesmen even more burn
ing and momentous than the appointment
Of a collector Of the port at Georgetown.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

The Wright brothers are evidently de-
termined to see whether the prevert
Riches have wings can be made te
work in their favor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

London is fearing race war in Amer
lea. It doubtless finds this form or ap-
prehension more restful than the phantom
airship scare.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

The American public shows very little
consideration for a returned traveller who
has a lot OF good hunting stories waiting
to be unioaded.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

Some Of the muckrake volunteers ap-
pear to be paying no attention whatever
to the protests Of ex-Vice President Fair
banks.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

DR.. Crippen did not seem much more
nervous than some Of the men who were
worrying about the reward for his cap
ture.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

The blind senator, Mr.. Gore. makes it
uncompromisingiy clear that there are
number Of people he does not care to see
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

Indiana is disposed to regard Col. Roose-
velt's literary output as remarkable, con-
sidering that he comes from another state
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

It appears that Uncle Joe Cannon spant
some time in Kansas without having hfs
views changed in the slightest.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

The cold storage figures indicate that
omeiets will be more reliable next WIN
ter than poached eggs on toast.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

Only the highest patriotic zeal would
lead a man 10 volunteer his services as
umpire At the conservation congress.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09
Don't Back OF.

From the Sacramento Bee.
Women will have to learn how to get
of an airship better than they do of
q street car. The steps are awful high.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09
A Small World.

From the Toledo Blade.
While the world Is pretty big. muir
derers have considerable trouble finding
safe hiding places.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

Scranton (Pa.) citizens are smiling as
heartily as II they had made a trip to
Sycamore ELL.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09
Progress Of Woman !

From the Baltimore American,
Women are being elected to Office In
Texas. and Maryland will in few years
be doing the same thing.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09
Rapid Wealth.

Did you ever see a get-rich-duiek
scheme that made good"
YES" replied the sporting man; that
prize fight at Reno"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

e-In order to avoid delays on account Of
personal absence letters to THE STAR
s-ould not be addressed to any individual osn-
1ect.d with the once. but simply to THE 6fAA,
Or 20 .hs Editorial Business Department,
according TO tenor or purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1910-08-09

Payable ia advance-by mail. postage prepaid:
Daily. Sunday Included. one month. 60 cents.
Dsiir. Sunday excepted, one month. 20 cent?.
Saturday Star. 81 year. Sunday Star. $-Ao year.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1910-10-16
Building Restrictions:

MM@b wameS hm SMNah MSM
than afta
m haysh
You'll
m6My MWw
heaH ma
lots will
interested this come @ @~
u no @ M
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1910-10-16
Until Then the Prices on The Lois
Shown on This Map Will Remain
-
as Follows:

Corner Lots on West Avenue, 60 Q00
eaCn. .....s... ,.............
Inside Lots on West Avenue, q Q00
eaCD.
s Lots on s the North Side Of ssnd $1,1OO
.
s Lots on the. the South Side Of ssnd S 900
Lots E;ss. on a the South Side of 'sra S 900.
TERMS:-All cash preferred, but we will
make special terms when it is not convenient
to pay all cash. ~
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1910-10-16
Our Ten Days Special Advertisement
=: Expires Next Wednesday Night ::

After Wednesday Night, October
10Th, 1910, the Prices Will be
Raised. and for Ten Days There
after the Lots Will be on the
Market at the Following Prices:
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1910-10-16

Corner Lots on West Avenue G. 600
each. ........."..'.... '...........'.
Inside Lots on West Avenue, 90 000
each ............'....''. -
Lots on the North Side of 32nd CT ON
Street, each ................... ~ sAOV
l Lots on the, the South Side Of ssnd $1,000
Street, each. ...............'.......
Lots on the ; North Side Of ss'd $1,000
The Elbert County tribune., 1910-07-22
SHE RECOGNIZED THE VOICE
And From Remark Made, Also Knew
the Party Was Not En-
gagged In Prayer.

Confidential friends of Louis b.
Shields are telling this story about
that eminent Republican: A state
convention at Columbus had just ad-
journed and the Cuyahoga county
delegates were all back home when
somebody suggested friendly game
OF poker. The game was going along
right merrily at three a, m.
At that hour an ofncious attendant
called up Mr.. Shields residence, which
happened to be almost next door.
This is long distance" said the
servant with no warrant of authority
whatever. I'VE are all here in Co
lumbus and can't get home until morn
ing
That's all right" came back the
reply, "but II that voice ! hear in the
apartment house next door saying
that's good isn't Mr.. Shields then |
can't recognize a voice when hear It
at night"
And that is the end OF the story, for
the voice saying that's good" was
indeed that of Mr.. Shields. and 1t was
so near home, SO the narrator relates,
that there was no use in Offering a
denial.-Cleveland Leader