The Washington herald., 1911-03-29

the Commissioners, as the agents of Con-
gress and representatives Of the people,
not TO make the ANIMAL appropriation
bill, but to lay before you estimates and
recon- endauons covering the whole
field Of the Districts Wtsfare, that would
erablt Congress to make the approprId-
tons AMI legislation required.
You knew the COmmis sioners could not
make a real budget. bee ause they do not
have the power OF appT upriation, which
must be exercised by Congress, and which
Congress viii always exercise by choosing
from the recommendations of the Com
niSsionerS. You did not want the Com
missioners to try to guess what Congress
would like TO do, and then make esti-
mates for that. knowing that it would
be equally impossible for the CommH-
sioners to divine the mind of Congress in
advance, or to hold Congress to the
guesseS which they made
We are better men ourselves for ever
expression of our gratitude, and we add
to the rest our thanks that you have
given this opportunity for it in that
noble service which has helped make
this the most beautiful capital and will
add to its beauty and efficiency through
all the years 10 come"
MIR. ChandIer's Speech.
Ex-senator William +. Chandler, Of
New Hampshire, who followed Senator
Bailey, said the Capital rightly paid
tribute to Senator Gallinger for the
good work he has done for his State,
his nation, and for the District of Co.
lumbia.''
washington is a magnificent city" he
said. and We want to 80 on making it
a magnificent city, with the unwilling
help of Senator Bailey"
Later. Mr.. Chandler insisted it was the
duty of the District to release Senat or
GalIinger from his work in its behalf, that
he might take up the greater task OF re-
uniting the Republican party for 1872
According to Mr.. Chandler, the tasks
ahead OF him include the reconciling of
the President with Senator La Toilette,
the establishment OF merchant marine,
and selection of another Republican ad-
mniSration
4. T. Stuart declared his faith in Sena-
tor Gallinger on account of his support
of the public schools He presented sew
enty-fOur American Beauty roses from
the Schuol-teacherS of Washington.
Silver Tiny Presented.
George p. Foster presented Senator
GaIIinger with solid silver tray and
desk set from his Chicago friends, the
American Civic Association" and in be
half OF the plate printers OF Washington
he presented a silver pitcher as token
of their esteem and affection"
Gen George H Harries, president OF
the Board Of Trade. praised Senator Cal
linger as patriotic legislator who not
only has worked for the best interests
| of Washington. but always gave heed
| to appeals for the things that tended to
make for a greater Washington
l. ~ -f ~
presented Senator GallinSer with a gold
watch.
Il am representing 800 public-spirited
citizens of Washington, who are desir-
Gus of paying tribute to Senator CALM
ger. The Chamber of Commerce favors
everything that has been said by all the
speakers here His record as a national
legislator has been q success and the
people of Washington are thankful for
the opportunity given them to pay tribute
to his services.
-On behalf of the Chamber of Com
merce, as a token of appreciation, I pre-
sent to you this silver loving cup, with
the wish that you will live long and have
good health and much happiness
Rev. DR.. W. P. Thirkield, president of
| Howard University, said Senator Gal
linger stood for the building up of the
public school system as the best way of
maintaining peace.
Senator Elihu Root referred to Sena-
tor Gallinger as the ''Uncle Joe" of the
Senate Instantly there was a scene Of
enthusiasm The diners rose to their
feet and shouted, Uncle Joe! Uncle
Joer'
Il join with every man who has
spoken on the record of Senator CALM
ger" said Speaker Cannon. He has
been and is a wise national legislator
Speaker Cannon then discussed certain
District measures.
Mr. GaIHnEer's Address.
Urging that all conclude to let by
cones be bygones. and >unitedly and en-
Enthusiastically turn our attention to the
task Of making Washington the most
beautiful city in the world Senator Gal
linger asked Washingtonians to cultivate
fxiendlJ selstions with both tbs 1eets-