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Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24
THE DEMOCRATS STRENGTH
IN THE L. s. SENATE

Mr. Josephus Daniels, editor of the Raleigh News
and Observer, has made particularly thorough and
interesting survey of the United States Senate, it
will be constituted on March the fourth. His reck
onings, which are based on the most reliable data
show that Democrats will hold at least forty-nine
seats That will give them a clear majority over
the Republicans whose utmost strength cannot ex-
coed forty-hve, or probably, forty-six members.
In this estimate of forty-fve Republicans, says
Mr. Daniels the senators yet to be chosen from
New Hampshire and Maine tentatively given to
the Republicans 1t is improbable however, that
this will actually be the for, in the legislatures
of both these States the balance of power is in the
hands of the ProSressives. The Republican candi-
date for the Maine senatorship is pronounced dis
ciple of the old reactionary school, while the Demo
cratic aspirant is Senator Gardner famous for his
liberal policies and exceptionally popular through
out the State. The Progressives could hardly sup
port a Stand-patter against such man without
stultifying themselves. In New Hampshire, as Mr.
Daniels says, conditions not cearcut, but he
adds that "a private letter from the wsest leader OF
the Democratic party in New Hampshire indicates
that the prospect is excellent for the election OF
Democrat to the Senate from that State 1t is there
fore reasonable to expect that one, if not both OF
these New England senator's, will be Democrat,
thus increasing the party's majority in the Senate
to fifty"
In Illinois, where two senators are to be named
the result is yet in doubt. The Democrats have the
largest following in the Legislature, but not suf-
GENTLY large to elect their candidate unaided. But
the regular Republicans and the so-called Progress
sives are irreconcilably apart, that the united
Democrats have substantial hope of naming at least
one of the senators from Illinois. That would in
crease their number in the national Senate to fifty
one leaving the opposision fortyfve.
1t should be ..oted, furthermore, that of these
fortyfve nominal Republicans, eleven have been
and undoubtedly will continue to be, opposed to the
Old Guard policies. On the whole, indeed, they
are far more in sympathy with Democratic purposes
than with what has been the leadership of their own
party. These insurgents including La Toilette, of
wisconsin; Awks of California, who by the way
voted for wilson Borah Bristow, Clapp Norris,
Gronna, Crawford and Poindexter, may logically be
counted upon to support the Democratic administra-
ton in its progressive measures.
The Senate Democrats, remaining loyal to their
partys pledges will thus be able to carry to compile
ton the constructive work of overwhelmingly
Democratic House.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24
oUTH AMERICAS AWAKENING

No part Of the world is showing keener or more
practical interest in the opening Of the Panama canal
han the countries along the western coast of South
America. 8Ir. Alfred winslow, United States con-
sui at Valparaiso Chill. reports that vigorous and
tarreaching preparations are afOOt in that republic
Valparaiso alone he says, is making ready to spend
some thirteen million dollars on harbor improve
ments; its business men foresee the new CONNER
eial which is at hand and they are bent upon
gathering their due share of the coming opportun
tiles This one piece of enterprise is typical of the
spirit that is at work throughout that region.
Several steamship companies which now operate
directly from South American to European ports are
building vessels to handle the western coast traffic
through the canal and, it is believed they are also
planning their vessels by way of some south
srly port in the United States There, we have more
evidence of the Importance of the canals trade to
he South
Mr.. WinslOw reports. further. that the Chilean
congress is considering the grant of subsidies for
the establishment of lines to ply through the canal
All these preparations signify that South America
is alert and that it will be ready for business when
he canal traffic begins to move
The countries along the western coast of the con-
tnent are especially worth watching for it is there
perhaps that the most fertile opportunities of the
new era viii be found. Chill. Peru, Ecuador and
Colombia have hitherto been comparatively shut on
from the world commerce which South America has
developed. Between them and the great eastern
ports lies the breadth of a continent, barred, for
the most part. with mountains AND wilderness. The
canal viii supply them with continuous and direct
communication with the markets of the world; and
then viii begin a truly marvellous development Of
their weIl-nigh virgin resources.
II the light of such future. how important it is
that own country and especially our own Sec
ton, make itself ready
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24
The Need of Play

DR.. Charles Loomis Dana, the eminent neurologist
scys the New York Times, gives testimony Of
the harmfulness of work long pursued intensely and
ntensively with the mind concentrated upon practi
caly line of activities Work of this sort is the
sum of the lives of many Americans of this gen
Grafton. insists that "treadmill activity"
engrossing attention leads to degeneration that
interest art, literature music politics and
ligion, will under this condition, disappear in ten
years, and is almost beyond recall in twenty. His
letter. therefore is in favor of learning
play he points out that mot occupation, not
work. oftenest disorders Of the mind and
nerves." but the things which done when not
working. The two arguments, however, are to the
point. We should to play. but to play
sanely. DR.. Dana says a good word for bridge, and,
in reference some well intentioned remarks skat
which lately appeared in the Times. he good
word for skat players. but admits that he has met
ever. that distinguished neuroogist has met only
of it's devotees. and these infer, purely
social grounds
DIR. Dana says truly that "the problem of
ton and rest is almost important that Of occu-
patton" Every hard worker should have avoca-
ton and should take his recreation regularly
hc takes his rest, He need play cards chess.
Many busy life been relieved by the collection
of books or pottery. But need to play accord
ing to capacity for play. to keep minds well
balanced and faculties normal
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24
4 TIMELY. STAND AGAINST 90
BARGAIN SERVING POLITICS

The State Prison Commission is to be commended
insistence that the wardens and other officers
of the county convict camps shall be chosen accord
ing to individual worth instead of political align
ment,.
1t has too frequently happened that these posi-
tions have been used for the payment of political
debts Whenever that is the case, the chances
that public interests will suffer regards the adj
ministraion of the convict camps and certainly the
standard of politics will be lowered.
When the Legislature several years ago passed
the memorable act which took the convicts from
private leases and put them directly under the
States control it particularly stressed the import
of keeping this system free from petty politics
That, indeed was one of the noteworthy reforms
provided for in the great reform measure. 1t was
obvious to the General Assembly that if the new
system was yield due results in the building of
good roads and the carrying out of other consruc-
tive enterprises for the public's welfare, it would
have to be administered in businesslike manner
and kept unhampered by vengeful partisan pol
itics
The rule governing the appointment of wardens
and physicians for the county convict camps pro-
vides that the State Prison Commission shall name
these officials. Naturally however, the Commission
invites the local county authorities to nominate
whom they consider competent for the positions and
if the nominees are competent, they should, of
course be confirmed. But it never intended
under this rule that vacancies should be made and
filled by the local authorities from merely political
motives; for that, as the Commission declares,
would make the Offices Simply political pawns in
every political campaign in each county and would
su5vert the very idea the Legislature had in placing
the convicts under State control"
The Commissions timely and sensible stand
this matter win meet the publics hearty approval
and if consistently maintained, will protect of
the States most important pieces of business from
political jugslery.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24

broadly smiling. wholly different from his creed
a night when the is stuffy and his rheuma-
tsm is tweaking his wife is telling him few of
his mistakes
A formula of belief concerning the universe and
the destiny of man, if it be drawn up by body Of
in close full of foul air, is not the same
it would be if it prepared spring morning
out the grass under apple tree in bloom.
Boy thoughts not thoughts. The notion
of ffteen-yearold girl resembles those of fifty
year-old about much cherry blossom
resembles a cherry pie
You and l may the words but mean
ings differ Forty years of experience, effort fail
ure success and association cling to your words. To
know precisely what you mean requires acquaint-
with your whole biography.
He is a good man." This sentence
railway boss, mother coming from a gambler
Two ladies discussing a third lady.
What do you think herr" said
"Oh well. think she is a very good woman"
so? Well, 1 don't like her either"
Don't tell me, therefore, that friend Jones used
actually such and such words and hence must mean
exactly what you 1 would mean if had said
them. For to understand Smiths meaning / must
know his whole theology, his system of philosophy,
his surroundings and the time of day and the condi
ton of his liver when he made the remark
Thank God that God you yourself,
shall judge you, when all is over for nothing but
omnisciencc knows what you meant
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24

which constantly running through certain adver
Using columns At first they rdiculously illog-
ical and extravagant But time and the familys lv-
ing expenses and the widow begins to read the
offers with a more credulous mind. Sure. many
and women made great fortunes in the stock
market, fortunate real estate ventures in putting
money into inventions, backing Industrial con
GERMS in mining stocks in oil wells in variety
of human activity.
She finds that the promoters who offer to make
you rich in short time, and with the Investment Of
a small amount of capital allowed to put
their literature unhampered by law she knows
forbidding gambling and lotteries strict
and rigidy enforced as the officers can enforce
them. After a time she comes to believe that the
tempters doing legitimate business, which
profitable to the people who put the money.
first she will venture comparatively small
sum- that is lost the CRATER who has handled
it will have plausible excuses. She will put in
and more, until the end she is taking chances
which gambler would take Shattered nerves
and drudge's work are a common end. The family
is dispersed and there is awful human waste
What sugges is not an exaggeration of the facts.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24
A LONG STRIDE IN
AGRICULTURAL PROGRESS

1t has been truly said that if half the knowledge
which has been unfoded through agricultural science
and research could be actually applied by the ind
viduaI planter it would revoutionize the methods
and results Of the country's farming in less than
decade How to place this knowledge within the
grasp Of the rank and file of farmers so that it may
Be turned to practical account for the nations
mon interests-that is the vital problem for the
State and federal government to consider.
The most commendable means yet proposed for
that important end is the bill introduced in the
Senate nearly a year ago by Senator Hoke Smith,
Of Georgia and in the House by Mr.. Lever of South
Carolina This measure provides an annual appro-
priation OF ten thousand dollars to each Of the
States to be used for agricultural extension work
through the agricultural colleges. BY such work is
meant the carrying Of scientific principles directly
to rural districts. the practical demonstration of
effective methods. adapted to the peculiar needs
and circumstances of each locality.
There are many interesting details to this BILL
an Of which thoroughly PRACTICAL but its general
purpOrt is that already suggested. Il need scarcely
b. said that such piece of legislation would be of
lncalculabe benefit each of the States and to the
country as a whole.
It's merits we're ably presented to the Senate by
senator Smith Wednesday and there are cheer
ing indications that it will soon become law 1t
aas already passed the House and so strong are its
Endorsements that it promises to fare equally well
IN the Senate.
American farms beyond measure and will prove an
enduring boon to he people.
Ask any father if he doesn't think Santa Claus
is a reality.
The Christmas magazines are the real weather
prophets They all forecast snow on their covers.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24
THIS BEATS THE PIED PIPER.

simple but certain means of deliverance from
flies eas reaches, rats mice and divers other pests
on which good housewives have been warning ever
since Eve moved out of Eden is said to have been
discovered by DR.. Howard and DR.. Popenoe of the
United States Department of Agriculture.
If this be true. these gentlemen savants
indeed deserving to be mmortalized with Hamelin's
Pied Piper and the benevolent magicans of all
time.
One would imagine that so wondrous remedy
would have to be brewed in the dead of night on
some lonely heath and applied with strange mean
tations; such were the requisites of old time
wizardry.
AS a matter of fact, however, the entire process
is outwardy at least very simple. All that is
necessary say the scientists in brochure recently
issued, is a mixture of sulphuric acid and cyanide
of potassium; these when properly combined form
what is called hydrocyanc acid gas and that is the
deadly charm against vermin
single Whit of this potent gas is said to be
sufficient to strike CONSERVATION into the widest
mouse that ever lived and to draw whole regiments
of rats from their holes into the open air where
they will keel and die It's effect upon ants, reaches
and other pests is supposed to be less powerful.
When it is REFLECTED that rats and mice destroy
forty millions dollars worth of property in this
country every year and that cities throughout the
nation are waging anti-rat campaigns as preventive
against infectious diseases, the discovery of the
Department of Agriculture appears to De one of the
really great achievements of the decade
President Taft will be a schoolteacher, too
Some of us will resolve to attend few baseball
games next season.
1t looks if Europe about to land the dove
of peace.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24
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Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24

innocent enough. She may be
widow, left suddenly to face the
problem of keeping family
which has spent $4,000 a year IN
the proceeds of her husbands
life insurance policy-$15,0O0.
She knows that $4,000 in
vested in the way that her bank
er friend would advise will give
her less than $1,000 a year,
good bit less. She does not want
to start in living on the princi-
pal sum; she can easily figure
how long it will last.
She begins to keep her eyes
open for those offers of oppor-
tl1nitieS fo unal~o abir TnOnav "
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24

mannerisms and notions of her
companions. so every thought
you have is tinctured by it's fell
low thoughts.
our thoughts when you are
in full evening dress are not the
same as those you entertain
when you are in your shirt
sleeves trying to put up a stove
pipe in the kitchen.
Every lady knows that when
she puts on her new gown, has
her hair properly done. and is in
full social battle array. her ideas
of things also have altered.
A mans creed on a fine Octo-
Der morning, after he has had a
good breakfast and when the air
is crfSp and keen and the sun is
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24

Mr.. Morgan also loaned man million just be-
cause he considered him honest This will result
in procession of honest to Wall street
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24
Saving and Investing Talks
THE WOMAN SPECULATOR.
By JOHN M. osKIsoN.

She one Of the terrifying by-products of
civilization the SPECTATOR! At her worst she
suggests the drug victim beginning is often
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24
The Environment of Ideas.
By DR.. Frank Crane

Every idea is colored by it's environment Half CT
every opinion is the other opinions around
in mind Just as your little girl when she comes
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24
IMMIGRATION
The IMMIGRANT CONES
BY FREDERIC ]. HAsR1E.

One needs look further the statistics of the
ebb and flow of the immigrant tide discover that the
real basis of American immigration is econom-
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24
Editorials In Brief

Santa Claus is woman, with the credit as usual
going to a man-New York Press
With the winter wheat crop now batting 92.5
there doesn't seem to be any why the country
shouldn't take chance a little Christmas ex
ravagance-Indianapolis News
Seven carloads of Bull Moose started yesterday
for Chicago. AS read the list wonder who
pays the freight-New York Tribune.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24

ic than ideaiiStic. AT all
times in our history fmmi
grants have come to America
seeking an asylum from perse-
eution Of one kind or another
political or religious. Bur
the vast majority have come
because they thought America
Offered better opportunities to
get on in the world. With the
returning alien Of the new"
immigration this is patent. but
Ii is no less true of the one
who comes and stays, else why
should the tide rise so high IN
fat years and fall so low IN
lean ones?
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24
Some people make light of trouble; others keep
I dark.

girl may head on proposal by taking to her
aeels.
Some people are satisfied with the glitter, even
Il il isn't gold.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24

Advice is like bitter pill-easy to give but un-
easy to take.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24

It always has required some
period of unusual economic dis
tress or of religious persecu-
ton to start an important
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24

The Christmas magazines the real weather
prophets. They all forecast snow on their covers
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24

Some of us will resolve to attend few baseball
games next season.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24

President Taft will be schoolteacher. too.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24

1t looks if Europe about to land the dove
of peace.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1912-12-24

Ask any father if he doesn't think Santa cIau
is reality
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1912-02-22
At The Congregational Church

In Mr.. A. V. Fleck's orchestra at tbs
congregational church last Sunday
morning there were ten pieces and
their music was simply fine. there
were two additional violins, Mr.. Perry
Hudson and Mr.. Robert Johnson.
Next Sunday at the morning service
clarionet will be added TO the already
large orchestra, played by Mr.. Virgil
Altenburg. The music with nine
organ by Miss Eaton and the Conpre-
gational singing is a special feature
and church goers should he promptly
on time, 1870 o'clock, 10 get the whole
of IT.
The selection sang by the young peo.
pies choir and the solo by Mrs. James
ii. Armstrong was greatly appreciated
Mr.. Fleck is entitled TO much credi,
Tor his work in drilling the young men
and the members OF his class also are
70 be congratulated in their efforts 10
learn music which is an accomplisb-
ment that will give them much pleas-
lre all through life.
Sermon by Rev. T.. Collins subject
supreme Master, text John lis.
Mr.. George Wagner will sing a solo
evening meeting at 700 o'clock.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1912-02-22
Belding Savings Bank

Belding, Michigan
CAPITAL STOCK $50 ana A,
SURPLUS and PROFITS, SIS. .oos 90
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w. $. LAMBERTsoN, Cashier
Directors
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z. G. Lloyd NJ. M. BeIdin9. ;r
w. Z. Spicer w. p. Hetherington
+. +. Chapple w. S. Lamberston
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1912-02-22
BOwen-Richmond

The marriage of Mr.. Charles +
Bowen of Keene and Miss Lucie r,
richmond of Otisco occurred in Ionia
tuesday, February 20, at The home ot
The Rev. w. *. Spencer ID. d., who
performed the ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of Mrs.
Fred Richmond and is one of Otiscos
ialrest young ladies. After short
wedding trip they will return TO Keene
township TO reside where Mr.. Bowen
has a fine farm.
The Banner and host of friends
congratulate Mr.. and Mrs. Bowen and
extend TO them best wishes for long
md happy life.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1912-02-22
finale TO his able address.

finale to his able address
The next number on the program
was q finely recited poem by Mis-,
Prudence Cowles entitled "Lincoln
the man." Although the little lady
mas bu' few years 10 her credit, il was
evident that she possessed plenty of
ability along the line of reciting.
| Major Chase than took the floor and
In few we'll chosen remarks told the
assembled host that he was glad TO be
able To introduce to them Department
Commander George w. Stone of Lans-
ing, who had so kindly consented to
oe their guest on this occasion. Mr.
Stone told in his own brisk way what
he had done along the line of improy-
ing the conditions of the old soldier by
means OF legislation and said that he
had spent nearly the whole of last
winter in Lansing looking after the
welfare OF the men who had honored
MIN oy placing him at the head OF the
department of Michigan. He spoke OF
The many merits of the local Com
nander, Major Frank r. Chase, and
nat he believed that Major Chase
would be the next Department Com
nhnder OF Michigan. His speech al.
hough brief stirred up = lot of en- ,
husiasm in the hearts of the veterans .
here Assem- bled.