The Richmond palladium and sun-telegram. [volume] (Richmond, Ind.) 1907-1939, 1910-05-04

ner and the rousing reception accord
ed him was fitting tribute to the
high esteem in which he is held by
the citizens of Richmond.
In characteristic southern dialect,
Governor Wilson delivered splendid
He did not attempt to soar
to oratorical heights, but simply de-
livered plain, straightforward talk
from the depths of his heart. which
had a wealth of meaning, however,
and left lasting impression on the
minds Of the large audience.
The speaker stated that he had ac-
cepted the invitation to attend the an
nual banquet Of the Commercial club
just to be good neighbor.
IL Fond Of Indiana.
Although Governor Wilson is not a
native of Kentucky, he is KentuclSian
heart and soul. He was at one time a
resident of Indiana and in his speech
last evening stated that his residence
In this state was linked with many
fond and loving memories, which
made his attachment for Hoosierdom
strong.
In conclusion Governor Wilson paid
a high tribute to President Taft and
stated that the people should pledge
him their loyal support. The feeling
OF forgiveness should be uppermost
in the minds of the people, he said,
and II the president sometimes made
give him another chance, as
everyone makes mistakes Pull to-
gether should be the slogan of the
American people," said Governor Will
son. Let each community be a star
to point the way for other cities and
exert their influence in guiding them
In the right direction. Don't knock.
Be booster
Wilson Likes Richmond.
Governor Wilson commented on the
beauty OF Richmond, stating that in his
estimation the city had no equal In this
whole land. you people do not real
lie what beautiful and wonderful
city you have,' he said 1T has made
great and lasting impression on my
mind and I wish that I might take
some of the spirit here back to Ken
lucky with me, for it is this kind OF
spirit that counts for something and
that does things in this old world =
The speaker stated that he would long
remember his visit to this city and
would preach Richmond to the inhab-
itants of his state on his return.
Gov. Wilson declared that there was
a wrong impression out concerning
Kentucky. He stated that it was not
the wild and woody state many pre-
sumed 1t to be. where murders were
as common as assault and battery cas-
es, but on the contrary, was one of the
most peaceful and quiet states in the
union. "Of course. we have had some
serious troubles in Kentucky" contin-
ued the speaker. "but that happens ev-
erywhere and after all the people in
this great land are all alike, all striv-
ing to the same end and all endeavor-
ing to secure the best benefits to them
selves and their particular commune
ty. The people In Kentucky are big
hearted and kind, and while perhaps
they have not had the advantages OF
the Inhabitants Of many other states
their purpose in life is the same, and
their intentions are of the best
The speaker declared that it was the
man with ideas nowadays that counted
for something. He said that no mans
life was worth more than his ideas and
his mere existence in this world did
not count for more than a row of pins.
or grain of sand. unless he had ideas
and suggestions and made himself use
full to the commonwealth.
Remarks by Rupe.
Scattering" was the toast to which
the Hon. John L. Rupe of this city
made response. He spoke OF the very
small number Of empty houses, and the
scarcity OF business rooms, the moral
ity and cleanliness of the city, free
dom from mug-wumps. and the fact
every one is either Prohi. Republi-
can. Democrat or Insurgent. He said
that Richmond was made glad to hear
the nice comments made by the visit
ors. and that those who live here are
satisfied with their conditions.
Neff on May Festival
Nettleton Neff spoke principally on
the May Festival He said in part:
The Richmond May Musical Festi-
val--What is it? It is nothing more
nor less than an earnest appeal for a
general musical culture, which should
be made to every young boy and girl.
an appeal to develop normal sense of
musical beauty. and the offering of the
opportunity.
What does it represents II repre-
sents the appreciation of the above by
the Commercial Club of Richmond and
what Is more, the Importance Of such
culture as noble part of our civic life:
= fitting development for our CONNER