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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07
The Virginia Debt.

The Supreme Court yesterday reached a
decision in a famous case that has been
pending for many years, that relating
to the liability of the state of West Vir-
ginia for part of the debt of the mother
state of Virginia. from which it sepa-
rated half a century ago. 1t is only a
coincidence, but nevertheless an interest
ing fact, that this decision has been rem
dered just fifty years after the decision of
the western counties of the Old Dominion
to cast their fortunes with the United
States instead of following Virginia into
Confederacy. The controversy over the
debt has been bitterly conducted on both
sides. 1t has not redounoed to the ad-
vantage of either commonwealth. Public
improvements have been delayed by rea-
son of the doubt thrown upon the re-
sponsibility of the. younger state for "a
share of the debt incurred by the parent
state prior to the separation. The court
now holds as general principle that
West Virginia must bear this burden. 1t
proceeds upon the doctrine that the debt
was incurred for general commonwealth
development and that those counties
which We're later formed into the new
state received their share of the bene-
hts and should pay in proportion. The
determination of the amount chargeabie
upon West Virginia has been a nice mat
ter of actuary adjustment and has" en-
gagged a former member of the House
Of Representatives for some time. This
decision establishes precedent for fu-
ture cases, but IL is to be hoped that
never again Will u similar condition
arise. At all events, should there be
partitions OF states thew will doubtless
be effected peacefully, not as measures
Of war or in the heat of partisan con-
Aict. With the Supreme Court decision
a. q guiding principle it will be possible
in such a remote contingency to define
the terms upon which one part OF a state
can cut. itself away from the other and
ask for recognition as a new individual
member OF the Union.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

He has made a place for himself in the
front rank Of our public servants.
But two years before that a democrat
then more prominent than Mr.. Bailey
was filled with similar alarm. David
B. Hill saw the drift of things, and
warned his party. Said he in substance
to tthe democrats he was opposing: Don't
accept any of these populistic doctrines.
If you accept one, you will be pressed to
accept others, and presently you may
find yourselves in corner pressed o &C
cept all of them. Don't take up with
that sort of thing under any guise or
name Stick to straight democracy as we
have inherited it. and let all these fancy
doctrines go hang"
Unlike Mr.. Bailey. Mr.. Hill was prac-
tically in eclipse at home. and in the fol-
lowing November in a race for governor
received his quietus. The majority
against him was enormous, and he never
recovered from the defeat. He was then
in the Senate. and upon the expiration of
his term returned to the practice of law.
and Office knew him no more.
Although his warning was unheeded.
Mr.. Hill spoke as a prophet. Little by
little what was once known as populism
has dueu the QenlcSuo VI. WIdl was
once known as democracy. until the place
is greatly changed. Almost a new pro-
prietorsh'p has been established. Old
landmarks have disappeared. New fea-
lures have been set up. Veterans are
finding it difficult to find their way
around. The pathetic inquiry is growing
frequent rs this the village of Fall
ing Water?"
Mr.. Hill is dead. Mr.. Bailey remains.
and is at the zenith of an unusual intel
lectual equipment. He should stay in
public life There is work for such men
to do, and it accumulates. This blessed
country of ours Is growing all the time.
and theories as to its management are
multiplying with its growth. He will not
be able to restore the old ORDER but he
should be able to contribute toward shap-
ing the new. Washington, and not
ranch in Texas, or stock farm in Ken
lucky. or a law Office in New York, is
the place for him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07
Harping on Annexation.

The opponents of reciprocity in this
country. in Canada and in England are
dwelling with increased emphasis on an
nexation. Their hope seems to be in con-
vincing the public that President Taft
and Premier Laurier are playing a deep
game. with political union between the
United States and Canada the real OBJ
ject. One reads as much in the cables
from London and in the dispatches from
Gambia. The pact, ii is asserted, is I'M
desirable on its face but alarm;ngly Sc
when considered from the viewpoint OF
the full purpose contemplated. Defeat
the pact. and the farmers of America
will be saved from disaster. and the po-
htical future of Canada on Canadian lines
assured
Not unlikely, annexat' onists in Amer
lea are glad of this. They probably rea-
son that it serves to give that matter
greater prominence than it has ever en-
joyed before, and that whether the pact
Is ratified or not their project will in the
end benefit. They desire for it all the
publicity, all the discussion, all the at
tention. possible.
Probably, too, they would be glad to
see the pact defeated by tbs maneuver,
on the conviction that the longer unde-
sirable and Injurious trade barriers be-
tween the two countries are kept up the
stronger will grow the sentiment for the
oblitt ration of all barriers. In the end
progressive people on both sides of the
line will become eXasperated, and rush
together with one accord for all govern
mental purposes.
Nevertheless, the fact remains that an
nexation is not the issue. d rect Or in
direct. Reciprocity is. 1t has had full
consideration by representatives of both
governments, and the terms agreed upon
should be examined on their merits. The
President asks nothing more. and surely
he is entitled to that much. He has
listened to the arguments against the
pact based upon the assertion that 1t
BEARS damagingly upon American agri-
cultural interests, but has not been con-
WINGED. Firmly of the belief that he has
ness growth and our relations with Can
ada, he asks favorable action by Con-
gress in the countrys behalf.
The discussion of the sub. ect at the
recent session of Congress was brief.
Time was an object, and there was little
time. AS consequence, the House heard
but few speeches. and the Senate fewer
At the approaching session, therefore.
discussion may take wide range and
weeks be consumed. But the friends OF
the pact do not fear discuss ON when 1t
is addressed to the point; and their OBJ
ject will be to keep the point both before
Congress and the country. They have
confidence in ratification If prejudice
growing out of the introduction of ir-
relevant matter does not confuse the
situation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07
Street Railway Regulation.

BY its decision in the case of a motor
man charged with violating the vehicle
headlight regulation proclaimed by the
District Commissioners the District Court
of Appeals has fully verified the jurisdic-
ton of the interstate commerce commits
sion over the street railways of Washing
ton, even to the extent of abrogating all
the rules and regulations heretofore writ
ten and enforced by the Commissioners.
In short, this decision effects a complete
separation of the street railway system
of the capital from the municipal govern
ment, a condition that is not conducive to
the most effective regulation of this inn
portant public utility.
1t was hoped that during the session of
Congress just closed law might be en-
acted vesting in the District Commission
ers full authority over the public service
corporations. The existing method of SUI
pervising the street railways has never
been satisfactory from the outset. This
charge was laid upon the interstate COM
merce commission, body already heav-
lily burdened with duties and responsible
ties of national character. Finding IT.
self unable to attend to this work. it rele-
gated the details of inquiry to subor-
dinate commission of citizens whose au-
thority has never been recognized by the
corporations or the courts, and who serve
merely as information agents for the
commission itself. The citizens. whose
welfare is affected, have no access to the
body which must ultimately assume re-
sponsibility for the making and enforc-
ing Of regulations. A less satisfactory
condition could not well be conceived.
1t is not desirable that there be any
separation of any municipal function
from the central District government.
The severance Of the public schools from
the jurisdiction of the Commissioners
several years ago has led to serious
complication unquestionably- detrimental
to the welfare of the educational system.
Now the street railways have been taken
away from the Commissioners scope Of
action and they have been by statute and
now by court decision prohibited from
making regulations under their general
statutory powers affecting their manner
of operation.
There is no occasion for the creation of
a public service commission in this Dis
trict apart from the board Of District
Commissioners. Those officers are COM
petent to act, are in close relations with
the people, and have a sufficient power OF
regulation making and enforcement to
enable them to secure results for the
benefit of the public. 1t is to be hoped
that at the next session of Congress they
will by formal enactment be reinvested
with jurisdiction over the street railways
of the District, so that the people can be
assured of supervision which will grant
the maximum Of service consistent with
the right of the railway corporations to
earn a reasonable profit upon their in
vestments. Until this is done the relation
between the corporations and the pubic
will remain unsatisfactory.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07
Passing of the Pantomime.
From the Boston Transcript.

How many Of the younger generation
know by experience what real panto-
mime is, and as experience only can
teach them, they practically know moth
ing about it. To those who can recall
performances in this class. done as they
should be done. they are remembered as
about the most delightful and amusing
things in the whole entertainment cate
CORY. They were to a much larger ex-
tent features of the English stage than
Of the American, and made especially
attractive during the Christmas season.
1t is rare that Dickens or Thackeray In
their descriptions of the holiday celebra-
tons did not introduce an excursion of
the children to the pantomime. and the
older folk bad to go along to take care of
them. Just as they now attend the circus
for the same laudable purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

ryIn order TO avoid delays on account OF
personal absence. letters to TIE STAR should
not be addressed to any individual connected
With the office. but simply TO THE STAR. or to
the Editorial or Business Department. according
to tenor purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07
A Sincere Compliment.

did you hear my speech on the ex-
IRENE Importance of anything in which
1 decide to interest myself?" inquired
the minor official.
II did," replied the experienced leg
islator.
And what did you think of it?"
TT was all right, but misplaced. You
have some of the finest filipuster mate
rial I ever listened to-"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07
Distinctness Misplaced

Il have only one oD)ecton to music"
said the unassumlng man.
And what Is thatY'
AS rule you can't understand a
word Of classical composition, ana
you aren't allowed to miss a syllable
Of a ragtime shocker."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07
Enthusiasm,

WAS that ovation extended by PEG.
pie for whom the political leader has
done favors?'
ITO certain extent; although most
OF the enthusiasm was worked up by
people who hope he is going to do
something for tnem'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
Conflicting Considerations.

why is the tariff such an abstruse
proposition?" inquired the seeker for
wisdom.
Because" replied Senator Sorghum
when you change a tariff it's impos-
sible to tell whether the applause
you'll get from one set of people will
compensate for the violent indignation
Of another set"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

There is bound to be more or less diff
ficulty in keeping a number of energetic
statesmen properly reminded that the ex-
ira session was called especially for the
consideration of trade relations with Can
ada.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

That enterprising chorus lady who is
engaged to Lord Cholmondeley may yet
reach a position where she can snub
the English judge who said she did not
belong in good society.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

Early warnings were abundantly Of
fered to Gov. Dix concerning the trou-
BILE he was likely to have with Tam
many.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

While the new Congress is making his
tory, there is a large amount of distin-
guished and disengaged talent that can
explain events from the lecture platform.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

There is q disposition to permit as little
suspense as possible concerning what a
democratic House of Representatives will
do. -'- -
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07
Installments,

Short stories Congress doth disdain.
Just when the plot is most per-
picked,
It marks the page in letters plain:
ITO be continued in our next"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

II is only fair to warn new statesmen
that It Is not always proper to be dis
couraged because Mr.. Hepburn disap-
proves OF suggestion.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

The SiXty-second Congress will come
into existence with almost the suddenness
of another landslide.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

When a city of any size elects mayor
it usually throws in small presidential
boom for good measure.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

Senator Bailey of Texas managed to
score one of the most thrilling near-res-
ignations on record.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

Even with Moroccan revolution on
hand, Mr.. Carpenter may find his present
post comparatively peaceful.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

Gentlemen who used to be guided by
Mr.. Aldlich's vote will be compelled TO
look elsewhere for "bellwether.'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

When it comes to any expenditures for
Peary's benefit, DR.. Cook favors the most
rigid congressional economy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

When Japan fails to provide proper
yellow peril material, Mr.. Hobson intro
duces China as her underStudy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

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The Evening star. with the Sundav morning
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Collection is made by carrier at the end OF each
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

Joseph G. Cannon continued to speak
we'll of Congress until the very last.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

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Entered as second-class mail matter at the post
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07
Awnings to Order.

UR facilities making order of Awnings for homes or
kNN aDarmen and houses unsurpassed he pest
NV irons and fixtures possible used togeth with
the most modern and approved methods of construction
Thew are made right premises and guarantee them
TO render perfect satisfaction Our stock of Awning Stripes
now on display comprises large and attractive assortment
of coorngs Samples and estimates request orders Paoeo
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1911-03-07

English Teapots, in plain black
and decorated effects, and in sew
eral shapes and sizes.
I5c to 75c each.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1911-08-02
PRUDENTIAL FREE TRIP.

PRUDENTIAL AGENTS who
have written hundred thousand
for the year ending Dec. 81, 1911,
will be given 1000 mile trip
through the North-W Colorado
Springs, Pixies Peak, &c.
We have the goods-in some
cases positively without competi-
tion.
The PRUDENTIAL now gives
at age So a FIFTEEN l5) Pay
ment Life Policy for s35.96 nonpa-
ticipating, while the large Dividend
Companies of New York get S8s.34
for TWENTY Payment Life Poll
cy-collecting the high premium
Five, 5, years longer. Other rates
in proportion.
Drop me card giving age near
est birthday for full information.
E. J. NORRIS,
Edgefeld, S. G.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1911-08-02
Citation.
The State of South Carolina,
County of Edgefield.

QG SGdLC VI SOoSAh >NA N-~-J
County of Edgefeld.
ByJ. D. Allen, Probate Judge:
Whereas, Mrs. L. H. Nicholson,
made suit to me, to grant her Let
tiers of Administration of the IS
tate and effects of Miss Jennie IL.
Hughes, deceased.
These Are Therefore, to cite and
admonish all and singular the kin
dred and Creditors of the said Miss
Jennie II. Hughes, deceased, that
they be and appear before me, in
the Court of Probate, to be held at
Edgefeld G. H., S. c., on the l4th
day of Aug. next, after publication
hereof, at IL o'clock in the fore;
noon, to show cause, if any they
have, why the said Administration
should not be granted.
Given under my hand this 26th
day of July, 1911.
J. D, Allen, j. P. E. G.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1911-08-02
Toilet Articles, Etc.

Ladies, call at Mrs. N. NJ. Jones'
and see the beautiful line of French
toilet articles that Mrs. w. q.
Hatcher has on hand. Her hair
tonic surpasses anything she has
ever tried before. Mrs. Hatcher
will take your measure for beauti-
full French corset. She guarantees
a perfect fit. These corsets were
awarded a gold medal at the Lon
don and Paris dress exhibition held
at Earl's Court, London.-Adv. At
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1911-08-02
Excursion Rates Via Southern
Railway.
From Edgefeld, S. c. y.

Monteagle, Tenn. and return,
$3.50. Sewanee, Tenn, and re-
turn $3.50. Account opening
week, July lilo, 1911. Monteagle
Bible School, July 1926, 1911.
Monteagle Sunday School Institute,
July 25-August 80, 1911. Tickets
on sale June 3o-July l, 8, Is, ~,
9s-Augest IL, 10 and ls, 1911 good
returning September 5, 1911,
Proportionately reduced rates
from other points. Convenient
schedules, superb service, Pullman
cars on all through trains. dining
car service. For detailed informa-
ton, call on nearest Southern hall
way ticket agent, OF,
]. L. Meek, AGP,
Atlanta, Ga.
A. H. Acker, TPA.,
Augusta, Ga.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1911-08-02
EDGEFIELD PRESSING CLUB.

1 wish to inform the public that
1 am better equipped than ever to
do pressing and cleaning of all
kinds. Let me make your old suit
look brand new. We take especial
pains inpressing ladies skirts. Send
us your garments. Satisfaction
guaranteed.
We make a speciality of cleaning
and re-blocking hats, both felt and
Panama hats. Ring Phone No. S5
and I will send for the clothes.
Wallace Harris, Prop.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1911-08-02
New Remedies;

We have just received line of
new medicines that are highly rec
ommended-Liquid Purin-Pepsin,
for the digestion-Glyco-phosph
an excellent tonic-Glyco-mullein,
for coughs and colds-liquid Div,
urtine, for the kidneys-Laxinacea
for constipation. Try these rene
dies b. Timmons.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1911-08-02
Something New.

Those who pass sleepless hours
after drinking coffee and suffer 9TH
er ill effects from this popular bev-
erage should try our pathfinder"
coffee, from which the injurious
properties have been removed. This
is entirely new and will prove to be
a great boon to many lovers of
coffee.
Penn & Holstein.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1911-08-02
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON.

18TH Year Begins Sept. 29th.
1885 1911
Entrance examinations at all the
county seats on Friday July 7th at
9 a. m.
The college is well endowed, EN-
abling it to maintain the highest
standards.
Itoffers complete 4-years courses
in Ancient and Modern languages,
Mathematics, History, Economics,
Science and engineering.
Courses for B. A., B. S., and B.
S. degree with engineering.
A free tuition scholarship to each
county of South Carolina. Vacant
Boyce scholarship, giving 500 a
year and free tuition, open to COM
petitive examination in September.
Expenses reasonable. Terms and
catalog on application. Write to
Harrison Randolph, Pres.
Charleston, S. G.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1911-08-02
Notice of Election For Cotton
Weigher.

Notice is hereby given that the
undersigned will hold an election
for public cotton weigher for the
town of Edgefeld for the term of
two years, commencing September
1st, 1911 at our Office at Edgefield,
S. c., on Saturday, August 9th
1911. The polls will open at a.
m. and close at p. m. All quail
fed electors of Edgefeld county
who market their cotton at Edge
field will be allowed to vote.
w. G. Wells,
10. Herin,
N. L. Broadwater.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1911-08-02
Thirst Quenchers on Hot Days.

There is nothing like Soda Lem
onade or Ice Cold Milk Drinks
these hot days. And you can take
bottle of Ginger Ale or Grape
Juice home with you. Always on
Ice. w. E. Lynch & Co.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1911-04-21
COMINGnl

The Mackrnvo company will play
return engagement at ia" Opera
House for two nights commencing
April 18th, opening with that great
western drama The Squaw's MAN.
u bill that has been n great success
throughout the country. On Thurs
day night the company will produce
that much talked nf bill st. Elmo
This play has never been seen In this
city before and we feel sure that II
will please you. The Mackrave Co.
comes here with the same company
that played "MlEpah" Mt the Salt
Lake Theatre aud where they re-
ceiysd banner notices In all the daily
papers, during their engagy ment In
Salt Lake. The company carries a
full scenic production for each show
with beautiful electrical effectF.
Don't forget the dates, April 10Th
and 9Th.