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Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
Harmon's Oneninp Gnn

That was evidently Governor Har-
mons opening gun which he fired at
President Taft in Boston. From its
caliber, one may assume that personal
attack and sophistry are to play a big
part in the governors presidential
campaign. 1t is significant enough
to mention in passing. that while he
was assailing the president, Governor
Woodrow Wilson was quietly being
endorsed as the democratic choice of
one more state.
The plan of the democrats is to
make Tatt's vetoes of their slip-shod
tariff bills the basis of their 1912 cam
paign, but what of the presidents plans
for scientific tariff revision next win
ter? We are inclined to think the
democrats are Understanding popu-
lar intelligence If they believe they can
make the record of the extra and not
the regular session, the basis of action.
They are facing a dilemma that haunts
them. They are opposed to tariff re-
vision unless 1t be of the hap-hazard
sort they undertook and they know
that on the basis of the tariff boards
report, the president is sure to rec
commend certain revisions that will
suit public needs and sentiment better
than the propositions they forced to the
front. 1t is but few weeks until the
regular session convenes. The country
could not be easily ruined in the mean
time. Unless the democrats, thwart
his efforts, the president probably will
put through some wholesome tariff
legislation. And II they do thwart his
efforts, they will have to answer to the
people for it.
Democratic denunciation of the tar
iff board will not avail anything
against the unanimous recommends
ton they originally gave the PROPOSE
ton in committee. Champ Clark may
declaim against it all he pleases, but
his formal words have been recorded
in it's favor on the floor of congress.
Vince as they will, the democrats are
pushing themselves in tight place
when It comes to crowding this point.
They are disappointed that Taft did
not stuItify himself, committed as he
was to scientific tariff revision'-and
sign their make-shift bills. They
challenged his courage and found 1t
not wanting. Now, in sheer despera-
ton. they attack his sincerity with
sophistry. But let them wait until he
does the challenging in the next ses-
sion.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

Boston Transcript
Whatever use be Humboldt's and Mr.
Gotch's Ioway We salute you. We note,
further. that your champion did not need to
trainer, "one OF whose chief duties was TO
be lulled to rest before the contest by a
sing songs of the fatherland TO the Russian
and try to soothe him" No Sternly did
Gotch approach the mat with only the
ancient slogan of all IoWayans sounding
at his ear-drums.
State OF the big wheat
State OF the fat meat
Corn crop,
Pork chop,
Rich, red blood
Can't beat Ioway
At any game, or time o. day.
OF lawmakers
Jaw breakers, 70
or just plain mud.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
Money and War.

France seems to be borrowing an
idea from us Americans touching the
utility of dollar diplomacy and apply
ing it with good results in its contro-
versy with Germany over Morocco.
In pure American diction, France ap-
pears to have caught Germany where
the hair is short and to-be holding on
with a firm grip.
The pro-war spirit is not dead in
Germany, and there is no lack Of
courage or confidence, but the strong
box is not exactly in fighting trim.
France has been mischievously with
drawing some heavy deposits from
German banks. She has other depos-
its all over Europe and, herself, is
not worrying about finances. Ger
many, on the other hand, is bidding
for American deposits. They could
be used to a very good advantage.
Money cuts a much bigger figure
Jthe problem of world peace than it
used to. Germany has been spending
large sums in Strengthening it's mill
tary arms, so that, in the event of
war, 1t might be able to proceed
without stopping for long prepare
ton. And its national policies and
needs, which involve territorial ag-
erosion, have all along con-
templated, at least, the possibility of
war. Now, when the time comes for
action one way or other, what is Ger
many to do?
War under most any honorable cir
cumstances is to be avoided and we
expect 1t to be in this case, but new
ertheless Germany, after so long a
period of preparation, finds itself at
a disadvantage with a nation than
which 1t is' incomparably stronger in
military power. 1t has been sug-
gested from one source that Germany
might evade the issue of taking the
aggressive, which it has brought upon
itself and force France to declare
war by abruptly breaking off relations
with that country. But here again
the money matter comes up. Is Ger
many in any better position to do
that, than to proceed without it?
Every time the subject of war is men
toned these days, we see the large
part that money plays in the propa-
ganda of universal peace. Germany
has been spending its money for guns,
France has been putting it's cash out at
interest. Now it's powder against cou-
pons and not a trigger dares snap.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
overdrawine the Picture.

That jeremiad against colleges and
universities would carry far more
weight but for Mr.. Cranes standing
as an avowed enemy of the college and
all higher education. He is on record
in his books and circulars and public
addresses as opposed to a college
course as a part OF q young mans life
training. He has said in so many
words that all our education beyond
the high school is superfluous and
should be abolished. That sort of a
critic is scarcely the one from whom to
get true ideas and estimates of col
leges and college students. He stands
in the light of biased witness.
But Mr.. Cranes arraignment of the
social evils practiced by young men at
the larger institutions is far too sweep
ing and serious tc go unnoticed. If
his picture OF conditions is anywhere
near correct, then the grossest de-
bauchery exists at several, If not all,
the big leading universities. Most
people will prefer to believe the story
has been greatly overdrawn. It seems
impossible for such debasing conditions
to thrive at these institutions without
becoming known to the authorities
and it VIII hardly do to say that the
authorities could not, or would not,
take steps to overcome them II they
knew of them.
OF course, 1t is not as easy. to keep
tab on the young man in the great
university as 1t is in the smaller col
lege, where such things as Mr.. Crane
complains OF would be all but i'm
possible. But the fact that young
men with ample means off at
school sometimes fall into more
bypaths than are good for them
OF their training is not TO be
denied Many fall without going to
college. It Is a problem demanding
the attention, not only of the school,
but or the home On the other hand,
II is folly to say, as Mr.. Crane does,
that the university does more harm
than good. or to lament too long over
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
reacherr, Exams ut south Omaha.


SOUTH OMAHA, Sept. 9.--To the Editor
of The Bee: The recent discussion con-
corning the competency of teachers EN-,
phasizes the fact that the powers and re-
sponsibiities OF a board of examiners are
mperfectly understood by the majority OF
people.
The powers and authority, and consequent
responsibility of an examining board are
clearly defined by school law. The three
factors that contribute to success in teach
ing are scholarship, disciplinary power and
ability to instruct or educate. The examIn-
ing board in South Omaha has to deal with
the scholarship only OF applicants, for as
the law at present stands, no provision is
made by which the examiners may Judge
of the other two essential qualifications.
The remedy for this condition is the
method now adopted by most cities with a
progressive school system. II consists in
the granting of trial certificates based on
the scholarship of applicants who must
later demonstrate their ability to discipline
and instruct After a period of successful
teaching the certificates are made perma-
nent. 1t is to be hoped that the recent dis
cussion will prove beneficial by leading to
the adoption of modern rules governing
the powers and responsibility of the board
of examiners. -,...
No reflections were cast upon the ability
of the examining board. for a certificate
granted under the present law can not be
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
IROokinS.BaCkward
IhisDSSy inOmaha.
COMPILED from BEE FILES {
Thirty Years Ago

SEPT. 12.

Thirty Years Ago
Ths. opening Of the state fair is thus
described: The sun rose this morning in
a cloudless ky. and disclosed busting ac-
bvity all over the state fair grounds.
Nearly 1900 exhibitors and employees were
on the ground by o'clock, and all prepare
tons for Nebraska's exposition for 1851
progressed with great rapidly. An I'M
looked for accident caused the suspension
OF the electric illumination, which other
wise would have taken place"
At a meeting Of the Board OF Trade DR..
George l. Miller and H. @. Clarke were APP
pointed delegates 10 the ST. Louis River
convention, to be held October a At the
suggestion Of a number of merchants the
Board Of Trade recommended the citizens
to close their place Of business Thursday
afternoon and make it a general holiday to
give their employees a chance to visit the
fair
night blooming cereus opened at the
residence of Mrs. c. B. Rustin. 1t required
three hours for 1t to unfold, when It
measured eight inches across the outside
petals
The number OF vehicles licensed to run
to the fair grounds this week is something
extraordinary At about half past 10 about
forty had been registered.
Kittie and Ldta Gilmore left for Topeka
Kan, where the latter goes to enter
Bethany college.
Senator Van Wyck and wife are In the
city.
Colonel Edwin A. Church. who was for
merly in charge OF the Creighton house
dining room, is now acting as steward al
the Garfield house. Colonel Church is a
born and bred hotel han.
Employees Of the Omaha Iron and Nail
works are planning to hold a picnic al
South Omaha park next Saturday. only
50 cents general admission will be charged
with no extra price for dancing
]. c. Arnold, at Seventh and Pacific
streets, is closing out his entire stock Of
dry goods and shoes at prices regardless
of cost in order to occupy in two weeks
his new store on the corner of Cunning
and Saunders streets.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
A NEEDED HOLIDAY

John o'Keefe In New York World.
The millionaire sat at his desk,
Computing corporate debt.
Outside was the roaring
OF persons outpouring,
Their holiday pleasures to get.
Said he: 1T is tragic burlesque
That I'm working harder than they.
Won't some legislature
Exhibit good nature
And give US a rich mans day?'
The band OF a labor parade
Went oompah and boomety-boom.
Said he: AT their leisure
They're going for pleasure,
While Labor day labor's my doom;
The terms Of this deal must be made
While workers are out TO be gay.
What Joy to be shaken
Some morning and waken
To find 1t is rich mans day!
Il wish Of the good things of earth
l had a legitimate share!
The way they're divided
Is wholly one sided,
And I am the one that's left bare.
Yes, several millions I'm worth,
But have no moment for play.
ia force a big roll on
The capitol solon
Who'd give us a rich mans dayl"
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

The youthful democratic nominee
for sheriff makes the thrilling an
nouncement that If the voters will only
connect him with the payroll he will
do his best to see that the laws are
enforced without favoritism. But no
matter who is elected sheriff, the first
thing he will do in order to qualify
to take possession viii be to subscribe
20 the oath OF office. which obligates
him to that very thing, and any wilful
failure would subject him 20 custer.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

Omaha has the distinction Of being
the first Nebraska city to adopt the
commission plan, but that does not
make it certain that Omaha will be
the first to inaugurate the commission
plan in real practice. The reason is
that the law when adopted by any
CITY becomes effective by it's own terms
at the next following city election
which in our case occurs every three
wears. on the first Tuesday in May,
whereas other Incorporated cities in
Nebraska hold their municipal cleo
tions in April of every second year.
AS a consequence the commission plan
will be in actual working order in
every city in Nebraska which may
adopt it, within the next six months
before it will be in Omaha, which voted
on it first.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
The Postnasters, Convention.

4hV GVpeAhn1bCAo OohNGnbA0As
Omaha is honored this week with the
privilege OF entertaining the oonven-
ton OF the National Association of
First Class Postmasters, which is COM
posed of the men who manage the
postal business for Uncle Sam in all
OF the larger cities of the country.
While the meeting is essentially for
for the interchange of ideas and dis
cussion of subjects connected with the
more efficient and economical handling
OF the mails, it should also afford the
visitors an opportunity to size up
Omaha and see what a live, up-to-date
city we have here.
Omaha is not so self-satisfisd that
It believes IL has outdone all other
cities, but our people feel confident
that their city can make a good impress
sion, and perhaps put up a showing of
one kind or another embodying a rrof-
table lesson. The new railway mail
service division headquarters are Just
being located in Omaha in recognition
of the importance of this city as the
focal point Of mail distribution for this
section, and Omaha is bound to become
steadily more and more important to
the development of the postal system
in its various branches. If it empha-
sizes this fact on those who attend the
convention, it will accomplish one good
thing.
On behalf OF Omaha we extend to
the visiting postmasters a most cordial
welcome.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

The report that comes from Boston that
Uncle Joe Cannon has. taken 10 golf VIII
appeal strongly 10 the Imagination OF the
country. Has the former speaker sought
in the ancient game distraction from the
ennm OF release from strenuous official
duties7 Does he contemplate a compare
lively idle time henceforth while the
political battle RACES high around him and
he watches the comhatants with the calm
OF nonparticlpation? He will unquestion-
ably play the game as he welded the gavsl
in the house of representatives, vigorously
and with emphasis.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

the college-bred men found in bread
lines. Some men will get into bread
lines, with or without college educa-
tons, Just as some men will be crimi-
nails in spite OF all counteracting in
fluences. But to assume that the col
lege influence cannot be. OF is not be-
ing, exercised so as to lift men up,
rather than degrade them. is going to
the other extreme.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
T'ht.BetsLHrBorx:|

First Suggestion OF Commission Plan.
OMAHA, Sept s.-ro the Editor Of The
Bee You say you can't tell who fret sug-
gested commission form Of government Tor
Omaha. You should be better Informed
through the files Of your paper. The Bee
OF December q. 1855. was the first Omaha
paper to present 20 the people Of Omaha a
commission form OF government suggested
in a three-column article written by
CHARLES S. ELGUTTER.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

Still, we think it would be better
for all concerned If the so-called bar
Der shop war in Omaha could be con-
Quoted without out-of-town importa-
lions to tell Omaha people how to run
their affairs.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
EXAMINATIONS for Com m iasion

Examinations for Commissions.
Examination of civilian candidates for
appointment as second lieutenants in the
mobile army commenced at various posts
throughout the country on September 5.
Some I75 candidates we're authorized 20 APP
pear before the examining boards. but It
is not known at this time how many
actually appeared. There are about 300 va
cancies in the grade OF second lieutenant
in the mobile army, but manifestly IL will
not be possible to fill all Of them from
the present list Of candidates. In fact, It
is not the intention Of the War department
to fill all the vacancies in the grade, even
IL It were possible this year, because 1t is
not desired to take in too many new off
GERS at one time
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
A job worth While.

wan SHSSN ..A
Instead of wasting tissue on the fourth
dimension, scientists would confer oene-
fit upon the country by locating the mys-
terious profit cattle raisers, packers and
retailers say they cannot find.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

Those railway accidents in our sta
ton yards indicate that the railroads
here need more trackage and switching
facilities. II does not take prophet
nor the son of a prophet to predict
that a big new union station will sup
plant omaha's present dual passenger
stations in less time than it took to
supblant those that went before them.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
Make 1t Unanimous.

The Hon. Albert Baird Cummins, eager
to save his face" has done his best In his
bill of particulars" against Mr.. Taft, and
this best is bad and the bill nugatory Our
beautiful but mistaken friend from Iowa
may yet have to move to make the nomina-
ton unanimous.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
Typhoid Vaccine.

The recent order which requires all en-
listed men Of the army under the age Of
As years to be treated for protection
against typhoid fever has caused an I'M
usual amount of work on the medical Of
ficers stationed in Washington. The typhoid
vaccine is being manufactured under the
direction Of the medical officers. The
Navy department has called upon the army
medical officers for a quantity of this
vaccine and it is being supplied along with
that necessary for army purposes The
great interest manifested in this important
work is shown in the great number of
requests coming from outside source for
this vaccine 1t is absolutely impossible
for the sugeon generals office to supply
outsiders, although in answer to such re-
quests the parties are informed that they
will be shown how it is made If they care
to go into the matter to that extent
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

Colonel Watterson, repulsed ia the
first battle, offers to fall in line and
follow the party nominee even If he
goes TO hell. Goodbye. Colonel. take
take keer o. yourself.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
Sinking Their Duty.

OF twenty-three women called for jury
duty in Washington all but one begged to
be excused on the ground Of their sex
Suffering suffragettes! Is that the way to
wrest their, right from the tyrant mann
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
Adanvtases of the Live one.
New York World.

New YORK WOIiU'
II costs one-third more to die than II
used TO, according to a railway stansuelah''
But life is three times more enjoyable than
IL used to be, which ought to balance
things.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
New Infantry Eouinment.


The sweater has been adopted as an ad-
ditional article in the new infantry equip
ment as recommended by the special board
which originally convened at Rock Island
Arsenal. This leaves under consideration
the short overcoat suggested for the foot
soldier, and the neckerchief. 1t is hoped
that some action will be taken concerning
these articles within the next week OF
two. Contracts have been let for the
three.pound olive-drab type Of blanket
recommended by the board; the olive-drah
shirt; the field desk and the surplus kit
bag, and they are now being delivered "a
the army. An order will soon be issued
containing all the changes in the uniform
contract has been made for new standard
samples Of officers uniforms, caps, etc.
and specifications will be issued as soon as
they are received.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

And here in the midst of these hard
times" the mills of New England are
throwing their machinery into full gear
and pounding out new products. Down
with the pessimist!
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

2 BY having his own magazine, Sen
ator La Toilette can always count on
having the last word-to a sympa-
thetic circle OF readers.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
Where the Point is Needed
MTnnhir nctnn Past

It is stated that wool and hide rates are
10 be probed by the Interstate Commerce
commission. II they ever try to probe
some political hides of which we know,
they will have to use a pretty sharp in
strument.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
AUGUST CIRCULATION.
47,543

state Of Nebraska, County Of Douglas, S.,
Dwight williams circulation manager Of
The Bee Publishing company, being duly
sworn, says that the average daily circu-
latscu, less spoiled, unused and returned
copies, for the month Of August 1911 was
H.b48. DWIGHT WILLIAMS,
Circulation Manager.
subscribed in my presence and sworn to
before me this 4th day of September 1911
(Seal) ROBERT HUNTER
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12
Twenty Years Ago

Referring to the contracts for furnishing
the city hall The Bee says: There are
some funny things connected with the city
hall. Time and again stories have
been rife upon the streets that members
have bodied and taken brides from con-
tractors, etc"
The peoples independent party nomi
mated this county ticket: Clerk Of district
court H. E. Easton; county clerk, D. c.
Beaver; county Judge, B. F. Bayless;
county treasurer. Harry Lockwood; sheriff
James Kinney; superintendent Of schools,
c. H. Lamar; county surveyor, Edward
knight; coroner, DR.. c. w. Cram; county
commissioner, Dan Burr; state senator, G.
W. King
Detectives Savage and Dempsey gathered
their old friend and regular customer,
Thomas johnson, into the fold again.
L. w. Colby OF Beatrice, commenting on
candidates for the supreme court, said
Judge Reese would run we'll.
Mr.. and Mrs. j. ]. Dickey, accompanied
by Miss Clara Brown and Mr. Harry Jor-
dan left IN a special car for Portland, Ore.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

Never mind, Mr.. Nasty. King Ak
Sar-Ben will make you feel like a let
ter going down a mail chute in a
twelve story building.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

Now, If those paving contractors
will only finish up their work and re-
move the rubbish, some of their sins
may be forgiven.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

Subscribers leaving the city tenn
porarily should have The Bee
mailed TO them. Address will be
changed as often ms requested.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

Skin grating, scientists say, is go
ing out OF date. There are enough
other kinds left
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

At any rate, keeping congress in
session we escaped the worst of the
chautauqua season
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

Nat Goodwin declares that Maxine
Elliott used him for a ladder. Show
ing, therefore, that Nat is useful as
we'll as ornamental.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

The ST. Louis Globe-Democrat
warned Joe Bailey not to champion
Lorimer. Good advice is sometimes
worth following.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

A California man who believes in
Authorizations, went to sleep and woke
up deaf and dumb. He says so, him
self
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

Senator Bailey threatens TO locate in
some northern city when he quits the
senate. Evidently the folks at home
are influencing that resignation.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

Attempt to Change the Calendar. -
Headline. Some scamp probably
trying to steal an extra pay day.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

With a carpenter to perform the
ceremony, that Astor-Force marriage
was just a mechanical affair.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

Wonder If Ex-Governor ShalleR-
berger has been foxy enough to ar
range for Mike" Harrington to oppose
him,
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

Respecting the guilt of young
Beattie, a lot of people beat the jury
to tho verdict.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

When in doubt about going on a
strike, don't
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12


John d. Rockereller's ancestors, it
is said, came over in 1913. They
found John then a boy worth a million
or two.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

Mosquitoes are reported to have bit
]. P. Morgan. Old masters-at the
game, doubtless.
Omaha daily bee., 1911-09-12

a guarantee OF successful work in the
school room.