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The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-08-21

WY HAT Is more interesting than
\X/ a magazine number that has
w reached its majority? Here
is one before me, the Forum, for No
vember, 1889, case in point, an ar
gumentum ad literatos.
For one thing, it shows how long
lived some modern problems are and
how some burning questions burn
themselves out. For another thing 1t
provides a canvas screen on which
venerable and lovable figures that have
shadow-li like pass once more across the
stage. Between the lines of the Table
Of Contents, bearing the names of yes
terday's dead, one reads the message
never writ in ink: This night thy soul
they require" Such an old magazine
is the handwriting for us on the wall
of the palace: Meme, Meme, Tekel,
Upharsin."
An instance of the first sort is here
in an essay by Prof. #. c. Peabody
on Industrial Cooperation in Eng
land" Even as l write catch a glimpse
of a wagon devised to carry groceries
and bearing the legend of Birming-
ham Cooperative Stores. 1t Is a rare
month in which something Is not said
to us about the advantage of cooper
alton. 1t is a rare month also wherein
we hear no outcry against such forms
of cooperation as Standard Oil and
United States Steel For the people of
this generation are much divided In
their mind. Rochdale pipes unto them
through the plaintive organ of coop
GRAFTON, wailing the notes of success
most powerfully-and yet few Of us
want or will buy at cooperative stores.
We cannot strike Jig to such music.
1t Is new proof of the difference
between the American and the English
average human On the other hand.
when we see cooperation succeeding
In the commercial, the manufacturing,
the railroad world, we sick Teddy on
the monsters till we fall asleep and
wake up, carefully trussed by the trust
for prime veal. And that is where we
also reach the market place. Then
there's a. specimen of the burnt-out
type of problem In which President An
CELL discussed American rights in the
ehring sea. But 10, this very month
of August, we are paying the expenses
of a commission whose business 1t shall
be to straighten American rights on
the coast of Iceland, Lapland, New
foundland or some other frozen-up
God forsaken nest Of miseries and north
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-08-21
Morals and Moving PIcture,

The officials of the Peoples institute
found that there in the moving pic
ture show a great deal of good that
could be extended and strengthened. as
well as a certain proportion of evil. origi-
mating in stupidity rather than in vicious
intent, that could be eliminated. The
enterprise had grown so suddenly from
tiny beginnings to gigantic size that it
was spotted with imperfections. yet these
were easily removed and on the whole
the prevailing influence in the business
was for good.
The National board of censorship of mo-
ton pictures was soon organized Its
governing board was made up of repre-
sentatives of the Charity Organization
society, the Children's Aid society, the
City Vigilance league, the Ethical So
cial league. the Federation of Churches.
the League for Political Education, the
Neighborhood Workers association, the
Public Education association, the Society
for the Prevention of Crime and the
Woman's Municipal league.
The moving picture trust companies as
well as the independents all voluntarily
submitted their films to the inspection
of the censors. There are a few picture
makers scattered here and thereto per
cent or less of the whole number en-
gagged In the business-who do not bring
their pictures before the censors; but
most of this small remnant will prob
ably Join the movement very soon
Three or four times a week in large
room on Fifth avenue, especially adapt
ed for the purpose, the board of CENSOR
ship meets New moving picture dramas
comedy, tragedy farce-all are projected
before them for inspection. Each men,
hav nf "a hno rd hn af.J hafA /,
or her. marked A for approved, d for
disapproved and for that which is ques-
tionable. After each exhibit Is run off
each member of the board ticks OFF A
or or with n pencil and the cards
are collected. From these a report is
prepared and sent to the manufacturer
next morning. If anything grossly wrong
Is shown the members of the board ex-
plain to the representative of the manu-
facturer-these men are always In attend
ance-just why the feature is worng. The
Objectionable details are always stricken
out. Then the revised play is shown
again and sent on its way rejoicing. Not
once in 800 times is moving picture play
rejected. The showing of crime for
crimes sake is never tolerated. Nov
ing pictures of thief picking pockets
burglar breaking into a building
would not be permitted Yet one of the
most thrilling picture dramas shows a
gang of counterfeiters at work in their
den, every detail as clear as II the spec
tator were present in the den itself. Also
the sword play in Hamlet and the smoth-
ering of Desdemona in Othello are not
prohibited. For in all three of these
plays the demands of Justice are satisfied
and there is no Indictment to crime The
board of censorship sedulously performs
two tasks-to eliminate inspiration to III
doing and to encourage good impulses and
the spread of useful knowledge.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-08-21

tiles, and the personal grievances of
these disordered times have passed
away, and the public mind Is prepared
to consider administrative measures
and domestic and foreign politics on
their real merits, the last administra-
ton of Grover Cleveland will need no
champion to vindicate Its wisdom and
patriotism before a just and generous
people,
I do not believe anything more digni-
fled ever came from the lips of an
American public man, and | am sure
no Howard, or Seymour of the Eng
lish nobility, ever uttered a finer sem
timent, or entertained a loftier thought.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-08-21

From the Chicago News.
My hair isn't as thick as 1t used to
be- laughed the humorous patron. and
I don't guess you can do much with It."
"Oh, the quantity don't worry me-"
assured the new barber. IT used to be
an amateur actor"
What has that to do with it?''
why, / am used to small parts.
NextW
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17
Mr. CARNEGIE's GIFT.

IL Prompts "A Few Peace Inquiries
from Ex-senator Chandler.
Eiitor The Washington Herald:
1t is not willingly that I utter what
may be considered a discordant note in
connection with Mr. Carnegie's gift of
SlI.O0O.oOO in United States Steel Cor
porati0n bonds TO be used to promote
peace ana goodwill among men: but
am irresistibly compelled to make some
inquiries
The particular ways in which the in
come Of the bonds and the principal
may be expended. and what viii ulti-
mately become Of them. is not clearly
apparent: the expression Is general
When the United States was deciding
to make war on Spain unless she liber-
ated Cuba, the money-power was active
in trying 10 prevent radical action by
Congress, IF this peace fund had been
then IN existence. could the money have
been used by the trustees TO operate
upon Congress TO prevent the liberation
of Cuba? II II could, I am afraid Cuba
and the Philippines would have remained
enslaved.
Can the money. now and for al time,
be used to hinder and crush out all
fiery advocates Of liberty who may be
advocating war? Can its field Of opera
ton TO prevent liberty and independence
through rebellion be in any way limited?
Can il make contributions to help in
preparation for Presidential and Congress
sional elections; to secure the choice OF
only peaceful. safe. and sane candidates?
What can this corporation in mOrtmain,
religious or other. do and not do?
Mr.. Carnegie should be very carefully
speciflc about the use Of his steel bonds.
WILLIAM T. CHANDLER.
December Is 1910
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akin to distrusI or to be treated as an
impostor. It was among the scholastics
and ths profound general students OF the
past who sought to master the entire
realm 81 human knowledge in an all TOO
shor lifetime that the feeling arose that
gave birth to the caution to beware Of
the man of one book in whom they
their most dangerous critic or
opponent. But the man OF even a few
pages of one book. who knows his part
word for word and letter for letter. is the
man in whom the world to-day places
most confidence and who inspires the
greatest respect
In conformity with this trend Of
thought. the schools. colleges. ana all Of
the many training institutions OF the
country are providing means for the high
est development of special powers. are
the natural bent, and are en-
study and research along lines
Of the greatest eongeniality. Recently,
the doors OF one Of the most literally en-
dowed hospitals in America have been
thrown open TO the free treatment of suf-
ferers from one of four specific diseases.
that the skill and ability of an eminent
staff of attending physicians may con-
centrate their efforts upon the study of a
few diseases. and thus escape the distrac-
ton OF an endless variety of many clinics
This is a condition which prevails at
present and is one which the parent and
the student who look forward to sue
cessful commercial OF professional career
must face in the work Of preparation for
the keenly contested race for even mod
crate success in life.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

the famous Washington correspond
ent Dick is naval officer. and
Dave. jr., marine officer.
Ned Darlington son Of his
father. a great lawyer.
Ross Perry. jr.-WelI known as a
member Of what is called in club
circles he handsome four Of
the Metropolitan Club.
George Dalzer. Universally ac-
knowledged as the leader Of the
Chevy Chase bar.
Johnny shriver. -Grand as an elo-
cutionist- Possessed OF fascinating
manners with the ladies.
Col. Harry HaII.-Looked upon as
the type Of model gentleman
Tommy Logan. Fresh from Phila-
delphia, but IS catching on-not
quickly, bat surely.
Maurice Splain.-Is inclined to
permanent bachelerhocd, but could
DC lScfSud0cL
Congressman Butler Ames.-He is
a millionaire, but it is a question as
20 which he has the most OF money
or ambition.
Harry q. Clement-A typical
Philadelphian, even to the pronun-
citation Of the word my, as If It
were spelled me -
Watterson steales.-A pure type
Of the Blue Grass kentuekian.
Antonio Pnci.-SmaIl. bat keen
and wise. Carries the beauty Of the
Southern Italian zone
George Arbuckie Wnliamsm.-One
Of the captains Of industry and an
authority GA Washington history.
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Need of Specializing.

Concentration OF effort in the direction
OF specializing upon one subject, and even
upon only one sman portion of a single
subject. is developing more and more
every day in business. art. and science.
The can of the day seems to be for Lord
Macaulay's ideally trained man, who
knows something of everything and
everything of something.
The subdivision OF labor has long been
a prominent feature of American manu-
features and is largely responsible for
the emfnence of this nation in the indus
trial world. Originating rather as an ex-
pertinent. il has come to be an -aeknowl-
edged economic factor in all systems
The dexterity, accuracy, and speed which
have been developed by concentration
upon but one step in the manufacturing
processes of a single article. and the
added incentive OF payment by the piece,
have combined to work wonders in
cheapness, excellence. and attractiveness
in all products OF the workshop and the
factory.
The cal IN the commercial world and
in all branches of trading for the spe-
cialist in limited phase OF the work is
now insistent and imperative Just as
there arc now no jack-of-alhrades. so
there is no longer any room for the all
around man who was for long the chief
figure in the old commercial houses
In fact the man who claims proficiency
IN many aspects OF a trade, an art, or
a profession has como TO be regarded by
the active business world With-a feeling
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17
HUMAN NATURE IN WASHINGTON
By FRED c. KELLY.

airy plan nowadays when there's blame 70
be laid anywhere. Why not blame 1t all
on T. ROOSEVELT I'll bet "A nickel that
before this talk dies down somebody
claim that the more Roosevelt talked
against race suicide the more Iowa prae-
ticed race suicide, just to spite him.
Editor Henry Watterson, of the Louis
vile Courier-JournsI, was approached by
a reporter from local paper at his MOTEL
and asked for an interview about some
thing or other. Marse Henry was busy
with some committee work in connection
with the Perry memorial appropriation.
The reporter was insistent, so the
colonel remarked as follows:
IF the foreman OF the composing
room in my own paper were to come in
and ask me for copy right now I'd tell
him to-oh, l don't know what / would
tell him. but please don't make me say
to you what / might say TO him..
Col. Watterson, as everybody knows, is
about the only living editor Of the old
school But he says he has taken on
modern methods to the extent Of dietat-
ing an occasional editorial 20 Z te1og-
rapher. However. when he has Gything
TO say of more than passing consequence
TO his readers. he takes time 10 matter
how busy he is, TO write his editorial out
on copy paper with pencil, just as he
did forty years ago.
A former Representative in Congress
from one Of the Brooklyn districts,
Robert Baker by mime. was in Washing
ton. recently. in connection with a Pc
culiar phase Of The collecting bug that
ne has been cultivating for many years.
He collects Cancelled checks drawn by
great men, and was here trying TO get
various Senators and others to give him
a Cancelled check or two. Already, he
says, he has checks bearing the sigma
lures of George Washington, Abraham
Lincoln. Ben Franklin. and a lot Of
others. who mist have had a checking
account al the bank-to say nothing Of
lot OF checks drawn by great men
OF the present day.
A number OF the Senators suggested
to him that 1t would be very nice If
he would collect Cancelled street car
transfers, or prairie dogs. or something
else, as some of their checks were for
amounts so small as to bring a blush
II they were to be exhibited.
Copyright. 1910, by Pred C. Kellyl
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17
A RIVAL DoWNED:

A query in the last, or. we should
say. the latest. issue-foT The Big
Stick is very thick and strong in
dieAted that We were alarmed at
the rumoE that Waldo mot Billy
Hibbs was about to start 3 paper in
opposition 10 US With great enter
prise and the energy born Of des-
perafion. We advanced fearlessly TO
meet this crisis. While some 0f car
advertisers and subscribers tho
names mentioned. bat we've got 'em
on a list were back in their pay
ments. and still are. We proceeded
to buy out our threatened rival.
We offered him 3 dollar if he Mst
wouldn't cut profits in two and
spoil the business By opening up
another cracking periodical, which,
We understand. was TO be known as
The LATHE Hammer, " Hibbs CON
seDted TO agree. He sfterward ad-
mitted that he started the nImoF as
a bluff, AID that he was justified in
accepting our terms. as he needed
tho money Nov. We may nave
been done on this proposition.
but this being christmastide. IN
nearabouts, we have been expecting
TO pay something for nothing, be-
lieFing. as We do. in the brother
heed q man, and are really glad to
have got out 80 cheap II ANYBODY
else thinks he can do as. however,
let him try.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17
DID IT EVER OCCUR TO YOU

That Cooperation Counsel Thomas
and Assistant Counsel stephens
have ambition 10 be known as great
cTbss-country Walkers-some day.
That Policeman Sylvester really
does not believe that Dorsey Is
dead2
That Secretary Ralph Pratt Is
fattening from too much carriage
ridingl
That supt. Wood ought to handle
shovel himself 10 help out in
snoWtimey
OF course, these things might not
have occurred 10 you or anybody
elss-probably never did: but that 8
no reason they mightn't. is it,
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17
SYMPATHY.

We extend our sympathy to ex-
Mayor win Curtis. Of Chevy Chase.
since the courts have decided that
the Incorporation Of that thriving
suburb Of the Chevy Chase Cub
was unconstitutional. However, It is
better TO be an "'ex'' than never 70
have been anybody
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

There is one newspaper that vigorously
the election again of former Senator
James Smith. 1t is the Newark IN. j.
Star, and ex-senator James Smith owns it.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17
when MIR. Taft Went swimming.

From Popular Magazine.
One morning last summer President
Taft wearing the largest bathing suit
known to modern times. threw his sub
stantial and ponderous form into the
cooling waves of Beverly Bay
That afternoon a newspaper corTe-
spondent sent the following to his paper;
There was mighty little swimming
along the north shore to-day, The Pres
idept was using the ocean.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17
Green All Right.

From the London Globe.
My grandfather young man
spoke not without touch of pride-"my
grandfather lived 10 green old age. A
singuiarly green old age. Three times
after his SEVENTEEN birthday he was
taken in by the confidence trick"
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

An Illinois student giving the college
yell after a football game became par
alyzed. If they would only establish
yell like that in the other colleges!
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

Two Chicago walters bought the hotel
in which they had been receiving tips
for years. But you never hear Of Pull
man porter buying a sleeping car.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17
A LITTLE NONSENSE.
CITIZEN YULE REMEMBER ME. -

The janitOr is pleasant now,
The bellboys grin:
The barber makes his finest bow
When you come in.
The waiter CLOVIS behind your chair.
On every side
You meet with truly loving care
At Christmastide.
The porter plies a busy whislz
on unseen dirt.
The messengers are always brisk
And never curt.
Politeness is with each the rule;
Your every whim
Is met by one who hopes that yule
Remember him.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

And one OF the signs of the new econ
omy is that we are coming 10 regard
many navy yards as simply political
uxuries.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17
GLADYS FORTESQUE
WON ST. JOHN.
VIVIAN LAPORT'E.

' ~ IAN Lar IN I IA
Answer Yes. girls. As the great
senator Penrose would say. We
Will do 1t gladly" Locking oTer
the card index OF The Big Stick, we
ind the following names on cur
mems eligible list:
Frank Harris Hitchcock. Postmas-
ter General Tall, athletic, pro
nOunced blond. and handsome
Spoken Of as a receptive Presidential
candidate in the event Of Taft's
refusing a second term. Considered
a great catch. The matchmaking
mothers and d0wagers Of the Capital
City are hot on his Trail
Ditto PoSmaStsr n. A. Merritt
He is youug, and nodded on the
renaissance as applied to the human
being. The post-ctlice Department has
10 offer a third phenomenal beauty in
the disbursing officer. Billy Mooney.
BE is a crack shot with the rife
Uncle Joe Cannon. AGED. hat stin
very much IN the ring. Is given 10
staying up late nights, but is easily
handled.
Senator Roies PenrUse.-A giant
physically, timid in wonnn's society,
but docile in temperament
Harris Crist- Young, hut not
giddy. Known in the Girdiron Club
as Handsome Harry.
James Barclay YounG-A tail
blond. Destined for high mark in
diplomacy.
Willie Reybun.-Wlu be a mil
honaire in time, A son Of The
mayor Of Philadelphia. Is a Chevy
Chase Club steady.
John Adams Corwin.-Not az
handsome as Frank Hitchcock and
his post-efiee bunch, bat a staiwart
physically and otherwise
Willie Burnett--Grand as a tenor.
Holds Office simply a. time
killer
Frank A. Richardson - Often
spoken Of as a Chesterfield, the
cheyslier Bayau1. the Major PEN
dennis Of the Washington society
zone. Considered a good catch
James Sharp Henry.-Noted as A
political writer. Borders on the
Titan blond.
Bert Riddle.-An authority in
histrionic matters. Holds Office as a
pastime.
MAJ Alfred Stofsr.-A trife bald,
but fast, and grand as a beau and
gallant. No dcbutaHte out Of her
teens need apply.
Eddie Boileau DeGraw.-Tali and
Jolly, the catch Of Capitol Hill.
Dick and Dave Barry, jr.-Iiegular
chipa Of the cid block. Dave Barry,
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

Even the humblest American girl may
have a chance for a title if King George
creates all the new peers that are needed
to give Prime Minister Asqufth a working
majority in the House of Lords.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

1t is going to be a happy Christmas for
the BARRIERS Of Hong Kong. where II 900
Chinese are to have their hair cut.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

It is reported that college boy is
dead as a result of overstudy That is
just one to set off AGAINST the football
casualties.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

IF the Texas bon weevil wants 70 have
a merry Christmas he win get into the
cotton whiskers of old Santa Claus
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

Wonder how much of that peace fund
viii be spent TO stop the war in Mexico.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

calls ''The Baedeker of Matrimony" To
aid people on Cook tours, we presume.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

Mary Gardens performance of ''saiome"
is evidently not of the plain or garden
variety.
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Wight Change His Mind.

From the Omaha Bee.
Perhaps if Mr.. Hill would adopt the
Carnegie and Rockefeller plan of giving
away his money he would feel more
cheerful.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

Aviator Post is suing his wife for di-
vorce. He can probably make out a good
case on the ground OF nonsupport
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THAT'S WHAT WE WANT.

N0w that the gas company has
agreed To reduce the price Of gas.
who win guarantee to reduce the
bilis7
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

Those Senators who feel that they would
lose their jobs if Senators were elected by.
the direct vote OF the people are evil
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

It is evident that peace hath her ex-
penses 10 less renowned than war.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

IDENTIFY aware that they represent some
one else besides their constituents.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

Our idea of real Christmas irony is to
give a pair of those beautifully embroid-
cred silk suspenders to a poor bachelor
whose buttons are half of.
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under the NIistIetoe.

She shut her eyes, this ancient miss.
expecting him to steal kiss. But his
was unheroic clay. and so he merely
stole away.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17

That the three mature m2idens
from Annapolis who rooklesiy drive
their ''29'' in and cut of Washing
ton have attracted the attention OF
the local authorities.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17
WE HEAR

That Collector Rogers would ike
to see the color Of your money!
That Mysterious Bill. Of dots
and-dasheS" fame. and the Buck
eyo Colonel, Of great expectations,
are very industrious these days.
The Washington herald. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1906-1939, 1910-12-17
LEWIS HOLMES.

days gone good
soldier soldier
hobby business pies cakes.
morning, noon, and night