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Evening star., 1912-07-17

has never had. He has repeatedly ad-
vised against the mingling of journalism
with ofiieeholding. Besides, he is q vet
eran, and past the glamour of station and
public parades. What would stir Col.
Harvey would leave him unmoved. So we
shall probably not see his name on the
f1imsies sent to the Senate from the White
House If Mr.. Wilson wins the presidency.
But it would be hasty to conclude that,
because of their differences. Mr.. Waiter
son will be unwelcome at the White
House IL Mr.. Wilson takes up residence
there. In his long and brilliant day Mr.
Watterson has hammered many men, and
by many been forgiven. He is not himself
unforgiving. When the joy of battle fills
him, he strikes hard When the battle Is
over and the bugles sing truce. he can be
a man of hearty good fellowship.
For time last winter and in the early
spring, the Wilson candidacy, as the re-
suit of the Wilson Harvey -Watterson row,
dropped Careful nursing was necessary
to keep it alive. But Nurse McCombs
knew his patient and his business, and
brought things through. AIS well that
ends well; and with Mr.. Wilson the nomi-
nee, and Col Harvey crowned as a
prophet, and Mr.. Watterson in the role of
a regular, harmony is again illustrated.
Evening star., 1912-07-17
The New York Police.

The other day a man who for some
years has been we'll known as a member
of the gambling fraternity in New York
city voluntarily gave evidence of an al
legged partnership between himself and
lieutenant of police in the management
of q gaming establishment. asserting that
the police were exacting toll from the
keepers of such places as the price OF
immunity from arrest and interference.
This revelation caused, naturally. a great
sensation in the metropolis. and the COM
missioner of police and the district at
torney Immediately consulted as to means
Of investigation to ascertain the truth OF
the charge. The man was about to make
further disclosures when. early Tuesday
morning. he was called out of restau-
rant in the heart OF the Great White
Way" as New York's sporting center is
called, and shot to death by gang of
five or six men, who Immediately escaped
in an automobile.
This tragedy brings to an acute climax
a situation that may involve the uncover
ing of police conditions as scandalous as
those that were revealed by the Lexow
investigation nearly twenty years ago.
That the police have winked at New
those who have been taught by past ex-
perience to look for such corrupt alli-
ances between the municipal organization
and the aw-breaking classes. The Tam
many control of the city government has
never spelled anything else than 'protec-
ton for interests that operate in defiance
OF the statutes and the requirements OF
public morality. The present mayor of
the city is doubtless man of high char
acter and integrity. who privately scorns
and repudiates all such methods. But
short of a political revolution he cannot
overturn conditions or check the mis-
chievous activities OF the police or estab-
lsh and maintain a higher standard Of in
tegrity He has unquestionably been def
niteiy informed that the price of peace
in his office is non-interference with
Mulberry street"
The commissioner of police is himself
presumably an honest man and sincere Of
ficial. but no commissioner has ever been
able to eradicate the graft from the po'
lice department, founded as it is upon q
corrupt political condition and sustained
unfortunately by practically acquiescen'
state Of public mind. He Is in this in
Stance undou6tedly seeking to disclose The
Evening star., 1912-07-17
Belmont and Parker.

In his testimony before the Senate in
vestigating committee yesterday August
Belmont was a little cloudy as to cam
paign collections and expenditures In 1904.
as Thomas Taggart and George B. Cor
telyou had been before him. Again it
was case OF no books or accounts to
assist the memory, and memory need
ing assistance.
Still. several things were established
We see why Mr.. Taggart, although the
titular campaign manager, cut so small
figure in the fight. He must have been
regarded in New York. and to have re-
garded himself. as mere piker. Accord
ing to his own confession. he gave about
a thousand dollars to the campaign But
Mr.. Belmont, who. as a New Yorker, took
the New York view of things, gave a
quarter of a million dollars plus other
sums from time to time. He probably
totaled three hundred thousand dollars
for the Parker venture.
Then we get a new light on the Harri-
man contribution to the Roosevelt fund.
That amounted to about quarter Of a
million dollars, but was not the money of
q single individual. Mr.. Hartman put up
liberally himself. but was assisted by
others. Mr. Belmont was assisted by no
body. Out of his own pocket he did as
much for Judge Parker Mr.. Hartman
and others taken together did for Mr..
Roosevelt.
Did Judge Parker know of Mr.. Bel
mont's lberality? If SO, his complaints
about big money going to Mr.. Roosevelt
from big business were fudge. He was
himself receiving big money from a like
source. Mr.. Belmont and Mr.. Hartman
were both Wall street figures, influential
in Wall street circles, and practical
men,"
As to the total amount used by the
democratic national committee that year.
Mr.. Belmont guessed it was six or
seven hundred thousand dollars. If the
smaller figure is accepted. the extraordi-
nary fact Is revealed that one man-and
he a Wall street man-contributed one
half Of the Parker fund. Who contrib
uted the other half? Was the money COL
lected from many sources, or was there
party man and as long of purse as Mr..
Belmont? This question cannot be put
by the committee to Thomas F. Ryan,
for Mr.. Ryan is now in Europe.
The investigation will continue but 1t is
evident that the fruits will be meager
Campaign books and accounts for 1904
have been destroyed. Some of the men
prominent in the campaign work are
dead The whereabouts of one man-the
assistant treasurer Of the democratic COM
mittee In 1eOiare unknown. So that
public curiosity. whetted by oft-repeated
charges and the employment of round
numbers. is likely to remain unsatisfied.
Evening star., 1912-07-17
Prosperity and Politics.
licago Record Herald.

From the Chicago Record Herald.
Interviews with leading Chicago mer-
chants show that good and active trading
is generally expected in spite of the
presidential campaign The latest gov
ernment crop report largely accounts for
the hopeful tone of business comment.
but there are other factors Ordinarily
a sharp issue on the tariff question causes
apprehension, but this year the demo-
cratic tariff for revenue plank is so quail
fed, and Candidate Wilson has SO often
publicly recognized the need of care and
prudence in the process Of revising the
tariff downward to a revenue basis, that
no alarm is felt even in great republican
and protectionist states like Iowa, sew
eral of whose bankers, counting on
prosperity from the soil' and seeing
the soundness of fundamental conditions,
have said that 1.-The middle west is not
talking politics now.
Evening star., 1912-07-17
Murdered by the System.
From the New York World.

Herman Rosenthal was murdered in
cold blood by the system. The system
is the partnership between the police of
New York city and the criminals of New
York city. This partnership is an or
ganized conspiracy against the lives and
property of 5.0OO090 persons. This Fart
nership buys and sells the privilege OF
violating the laws of New York. 1t buys
and sells the privilege of overriding the
acts of the New York legislature. 1t buys
and sells the privilege of multiplying the
penal code When necessary to its pur-
poses it buys and sells the privilege OF
committing murder. 1t makes itself su-
perior to commissioners, to mayors. tC
governors and to all other lawful author
ity within the state.
Evening star., 1912-07-17
Admission Fees to Public Grounds.

From the protest that has been raised
by a citizen Of Washington against his
arrest for non-payment of motor park
ing fee at one of the army polo games
the other day on Potomac Park should
come better understanding as to the
right of government officials to charge or
allow to be charged money for places
at sports or entertainments or exhibitions
on the public reservations in this city.
This incident has created decidedly un-
pleasant impression but 1t is probably as
well that 1t has occurred. to lead to
clearer definition of the conditions under
which these spaces can be used for such
purposes. Unquestionably in the strictest
sense there is no warrant of law for the
charging of a penny for any opportunity
to witness exhibitions, etc, there. But
in some circumstances. partly perhaps to
insure the maintenance of order and to
guarantee opportunity of observation to
those especially interested, 1t might be
permissible to charge small fees. Yet In
the absence of any statutory authorize
ton it is questionable whether the wisest
discretion was used in this particular in
stance.
The public naturally resents the inter-
position Of any money restraint upon its
use of the parks and reservations. Ac-
customed to go and come at liberty, to
attend band concerts and the like, the
people do not relish being suddenly con-
fronted with charges, especially when
they appear to have been arbitrarily i'm
posed and when there is no obvious
necessity. In the case Of these army
polo games no particular provision had
been made to justify the charging of a
fee, such as the construction of a grand
stand or other expensive appurtenance.
These games are being played. it is gen.
orally accepted. largely for the purpose
of training polo teams for the interna-
tional match scheduled for later In the
season. 1t is hoped that the army will
win the trophy on that occasion. The
public can hardly be expected to pro-
vide the funds for this training exhibition
as long as no authorization was granted
by Congress for the use of the grounds.
Congress probably has never intended
that the discretion of administrative Of
ficers should be used in the matter of
charging or not charging fees for events
taking place on public reservations. and
in the circumstances it would be well for
some expression to be made on this point,
SO that in the future there may be no
misunderstanding and no appeals to the
court. Certainly there should be no
more arrests of citizens in the absence
of ample notice Of requirements and OBJ
legations, notice posted conspicuously at
the entrance to the grounds in use, so
that all approaching may be warned of
the conditions under which they may
have access to them.
Evening star., 1912-07-17
The NJ. C.'s Sacrifice.

The breeze is lightly playing
Across the sylvan stream.
The fish is swiftly straying
Where rainbow ripples gleam.
The twilight colors Ger the lake
Shine forth and fade in turn.
Won't some one have the heart to max
A motion to adjourn?
The haunts of sylvan beauty
Invite him from the town.
Why must the call of Duty
Forever call him down?
There, like a martyr at the stake,
Where thoughts with ardor burn,
He fingers; for no one will make
A motion to adjourn!
Evening star., 1912-07-17
A Natural Supnosition.

NO.. said the plain citizen; II cant
see this argument about money being
the one great and powerful consideration
at the present time"
What causes you to doubt it?'
''Youhear tell of a candidate who has
millions Of dollars at his disposal"
Yes"
"Well, II money was the only thing
worth going after, he wouldn't put all
that cash into politics. He'd start a
bank"
Evening star., 1912-07-17
Inaccurate DESIGNATION.

you refer to yourself as a public
servant" said Senator Sorghum.
Yes replied the official.
We'll, l don't think l would use the
word servant My wife tells me that
when servants talk about resigning they
always do So"
Evening star., 1912-07-17

UIn order to avoid delays account OF
personal absence. letters to THE STAR should
not be addressed TO any individual connected
with the Office but simply to THE STAR, or to
the Editorial business Department. according
TO tenor purpose.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

MI. Roosevelt clings to a certain impress
sion that he is a supreme mascot. He
points to Lorimer's ill-fortune as con-
elusive evidence that his refusal to be-
stow his favorable influence is equivalent
to what is technically known in NEGRO
NANCY as "a kibosh."
Evening star., 1912-07-17
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.
Subtle Admonition.

why do you always ask that regular
customer if the razor hurts him." asked
one barber
Just as gentle reminder replied
the other. that if he forgets the tip it's
liable to hurt him next time
Evening star., 1912-07-17
By Contraries,

"You never get what You want In this
restaurant said the irritable person.
You can if you know how to order =
replied the sad. sarcastic man. IF
want something cool l ask for a cup of
hot coffee and If want something warm
I call for iced tea"
Evening star., 1912-07-17

Mr.. Rockefeller declares that his health
is excellent Nobody has paused to in
quire how the men who tried to cross
examine him have survived the nervous
strain.
Evening star., 1912-07-17
The Method.

How do You figure on an election?"
by the usual method of experts" re-
piled the campaign calculator. II make
up my mind what answer l want to get
and then construct a calculation which
will lead up to it"
Evening star., 1912-07-17

Henry Watterson Is supporting Gov.
Wilson, but repudiated Bryan. 1t is one
of those fine distinctions which require
the finest intellectual training to draw.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

The Camorrists will be taken to va
rious jaiis and will not be permitted to
see one another. This program will de-
stroy the effectiveness of their ensemble
work
Evening star., 1912-07-17

1t is thought that Mr.. Bryan may make
some speeches if the dates are judiciously
selected to obviate the possibility of his
stampeding the electoral college.
Evening star., 1912-07-17
Platforms Silent.

From the Philadelphia Press.
We find nothing in the political plat
forms to alleviate the miseries of hot
weather This must have been an over
sight; about everything else is provided
for.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

AS introduced in current politics Thou
shalt not steal" seems to bear some re-
lationship to that far less dignified quota
ton You're another.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

The interstate commerce commission
could be sure of the combined express
company vote in contest for the per
nicious activity medal
Evening star., 1912-07-17

The man with the gift of epigram and
a picturesque personality cannot be per-
manently effaced from popular attention.
Mr.. ]. Hamilton Lewis proves this.
Evening star., 1912-07-17
To a Small Republic.

You much resemble a canoe
There is no telling where you'd get
With ease, as you your course pursue,
Were you less easy to upset.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

Mr. Pinchot and Mr.. Garfield are among
the few public men who have not found
occasion to send congratulations to some
body.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

Detective Burns is after the Governor
Of South Carolina. The old-fashioned
story book sleuth has not a chance COM
pared with Burns.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

An interview with Mr.. Bryan on the
list of men available for cabinet positions
in the event of a Wilson administration
would be interesting.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

An occasional drop in the price of
wheat will help to counteract the resent
ments caused by rises in the tempera-
fure.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

The third party movement continues
10 be conspicuous for the prominent men
who think that they will not join it at
present.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

r1rabie IN advance-by mail. postage prepaid:
Daily. Sunday included ono MONTH 20 cents.
Daily. Sunday excepted. one month. 40 cents.
Saturday Star. 81 year. Sunday Star. 2.40 year.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

Mr.. Thomas Ryan has gone to Europe.
If it should be desired to interest his son
in politics there will be less danger of
mistaken identity.
Evening star., 1912-07-17
Big Figures

From the Springfield Republican.
The most scientific statistician who
should try to estimate the number of lies
told, first and last. in the Lorimer case,
would end in a madhoLse
Evening star., 1912-07-17

New York's police force would feel
lonely and neglected if there were not a
demand for some sort of an investigation.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

The bull moose party is waiting for
another Roosevelt winning streak to
materialiZe.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

The Evening star. with the Sunday morning
sdition. is delivered by carriers within the city
at IS cents per month: daily only. IS cents per
month; Sunday only. 20 cents per MONTH Orders
may be sent by mail. or telephone Main 2i40
Collection g made By carrier at the end OF each
month.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

Mascagni is a good musician, but per-
sonally he is a doubtful performer.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

ensiness ONCE 1lth st and Pennsylvania Avenue.
New York once: Tribune Building.
Chicago once: First National Bank Building.
European Once: Regent ST.. London. England
Evening star., 1912-07-17
Popular.

From the Baltimore Sun.
The great American game at this sea-
son Is summer resorting.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

Entered as eecon6-cisss r,ail matter at the post
sface at Washington. D. @.
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Clearance of 25c to SOC House Needs
Choice, 19c
onable Collection of Much Wanted HousekeeperS>
e Right to Limit the Quantity to Each Purchaser

Wash Bowls of good
grade plain white stone
ware, nice shape and large
size.
Wash Pitchers of good
grade plain white stone
ware, to match bowls.
Six cakes of Swift's Pride
Evening star., 1912-07-17

Potato Fryers of b e t
Russian iron, separate wire
drain basket, good size.
Three dozen Pure Rubber
lar Rings, American
Beauty or Tulip brand.
One dozen Water Tum-
blers of fine colonial glass.
pretty shape; 9-ounce.
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AT $1.5O Worth s.

Blue -and-white and Black-and-
white Striped Wash Silk Waists,
with large square sailor collars
edged in white; turn-back cuffs.
Sizes 80 to A.
Waist Store-Second Floor.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

10 packages of GRAND
MAS BORAX POWDER
ED SOAP. for kitchen and
household use.
Garden Rakes of best
malleable iron, with long
hardwood handle, 12-tooth.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

Jardinieres OF finely glazed
stock assorted colorings
and shapes, s and . inch.
Water or Utility Pals,
best quality galvanized
iron. riyeted handles, 14-qt.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

Best Quality Black Jap Silk
Waists. with sailor collars, trim
med in pleated ruffle and silk
buttons to match-cool and neat
looking. Sizes SO to "A.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

T W o T a b ! e
Forks. American
silver-plated stock,
"ROSALIE" pat
tern, warranted.
T wo T a b | e
Spoons, American
silver-plated stock,
"ROSALIE' pat
tern, warranted.
T hre e T e q
Spoons. American
q stock. "ROSAL1E''
le Knives. American
Evening star., 1912-07-17

One dozen Jelly
Tumblers, clear
crystal glass. n
pint size, tin tops.
Two c 10 I h 9 S
Props. made of
best clear selected
stock, smoothly
finished.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

Market Baskets, oval
shape, full-grade willow,
attached cover and handle.
Six cakes of Proctor &
CANDLES Lennox Laundry
Soap
Evening star., 1912-07-17

Very slightly styles, with 14-inch rubber
tired wheels. patent axle. steel pushers
and polished wood handles; large 3-rib
leather hood: interior is padded and
leather lined. Complete with We'll
Choice Of blue, green or tan.
Fourth Floor.
Evening star., 1912-07-17

T e q p o t 8, with
handle and cover,
4-pint size.
Granite Iro n
Coffee Pots, ham
die and cover, B.
pint size.
Ora n | te Iron
Teapots, with han
die and cover. q
quart size.
The Washington herald., 1912-10-05
HOW TO JUDGE MANS HONESTY.
The Man Who Lets You "See for
Yourselr' Is Usually Honest.

Men, as a rule. are first discovered by
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first to themselves by their own sense the
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expecting them to take his word for it
there must be something of value in his
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The Washington herald., 1912-10-05
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