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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08
Mr.. Weeks Not a Candidate.

When the recall for the two aldermen
was started, it was thought that Mr.
Weeks, who was a candidate at the cleo
ton, would run at the recall election IN
March, but Alderman Berry has received
the following letter from him, written
from Ticonderoga, \. Y:
My Dear Major: ] have heard that
there was some talk in Gardiner that /
would be a candidate for alderman Of
streets and highways at the coming cleo
ton under the recall. l wish to state that
under 10 consideration wir allow my
name to be used. / am not in sympathy
with the movement for recall at this
time Although | am located some DIS
lance from Gardiner, still have a
friendly interest in the citys affairs.
Trusting that matters are running well
under the new commission government, /
remain,
Very truly yours,
DAN < WEEKS
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08
IN THE HOUSE.

Investigation of Lawrence. Mass,
strike asked by Rep. Berger.
Agricultural departments attitude
towards Florida Everglades lands dis
cussed by agricultural committee.
Steel Trust investigating committee
heard testimony on convict labor in
steel plants in the South.
Foreign affairs committee members
will introduce legislation to give Pres
ident added power to protect Ameri-
cans along the Mexican border.
Fur seal treaty bill up for debate
and vote.
Rep. Martin of South Dakota intro
duced bill for Federal Corporation
Commission of five members to regu-
late affairs of interstate corporations.
Postoffice expenditures committee
subpoenaed George B. Cortelyou to
testify in investigation of Lewis fraud
orders case.
Adjourned at 5.07 P. NJ. until noon,
Thursday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

An entertainment will be given, Sat
urday evening, Feb. 10, at Cobbossee-
contee Grange hall in West Gardiner,
under the auspices of the Grange, for
the benefit of the parcels post, which
all of the Oranges in the State or
Maine are endeavoring to organize.
The aGmittance fee has been put down
to a low figure, and it ought to draw
a large crowd, as the object is State
wide and of much benefit to the agri-
salturists. Refreshments Will be serv-
ed followed by a dance.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08
PRINTERS
A SPECIAL ELECTION.
Corporal O'DonneII Elected Second
Lieutenant of Company n.

a special election was held at the armo-
ry of Company II, Tuesday evening. to fill
the vacancy of second lieutenant. There
We're only two candidates in the field
Corporal r ]. oDonhell of Company Fl
and Private Frank Scott of the hospital
detachment Captain William Murray
Presided at the election. Corporal o'Don-
nell was elected by a vote of so to ].
I.ieutenant-elect o'Donnell is the son OF
Alderman Timothy O'Donneu and is one
of the most popular and efficient officers
in the company. His election was the
popular choice lie will soon take his
examination for the commission.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

Tho different organizations Of the
Methodist church in this city met.
Tuesday evening, at the church. Dis
trict Superintendent G. d. Holmes of
Lewiston was present, with others.
several speeches were given, which
added much of interest. The reports
of the representatives of the Quarterly
Conference served to show that it was
in a prosperous condition. Rev. Mr..
Lusk, the present pastor, was asked TO
be the pastor of the church for anoth-
err year. at least, the vote being unaa-
imous. A fine supper was served by
the Ladies' Aid
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08
No American Intervention.

Mexico City, Feb. To allay local
apprehension regarding American in
tervention. Minister OF Foreign Affairs
Catero issued a statement tonight in
which he assures the people that all
reports OF intervention Are without
foundation .
THE American government has Civ
en- To the Mexican government" he
says. "full assurances of its profound
respect for the rights of this country
and Of its intention not to interfere,
directly or indirectly in MeXico's in
ternal affairs"
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

oessory after the fact, The old indict-
ment alleged that the operation was
performed by the use of certain in
struments while the new one sets out
that it was done by means unknown
to the grand jury Judge Sanderson
has granted motion of District At
torney, Lavelle and ordered the trial
10 hegin. on Feb. ID.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08
Peter Eourque.

The death of Peter Bourque occur
red Tuesday morning, at his home on
Water street, after long illness with
tuberculosis. lie was employed in the
Hollingsworth & Whitney mill.
widow and six children survive. The
funeral services Will be held at 8 A.
NJ. Thursday. at the Notre Dame
church
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08
Wednesday, in
The cd Congress.
IN THE SENATE.

Hearings on steel tariff revision bill
began by finance committee.
Charles MCGOWAN. the Hines-Lori-
mer witness, repudiated alleged ad
missions. of perjury before Lorimer
committee.
Foreign relations committee shelved
Honduran loan treaty.
Treaty with foreign nations to re-
strict circulation of obscene literature
favorably reported.
Adjourned at 437 p. NJ. until P,
NJ, Thursday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

Frank j. Larrabee, assistant post
master, Irwin Thomas and Parker Foss
of the post office were at Weber pond.
Tuesday, and secured a fine string of
picllerel, two of which tipped the scales
at seven and half pounds. 1t is rare
ly the case that piekSrels are taken
weighing over five pounds the MAORI
ty varying from half Il pound to five.
Pickerel are now on sale in several
local fish markets.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

Pres. A. E. Armstrong of the Water
vile Retail Merchants Association
wishes TO warn all members Of the as
ISOLATION not to take advertising from
any unauthorized person. 1t is under
stood that young woman is soliciting
advertisements for an alleged Colby
College publication, and is without au-
thOrifN To do so.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

Miss Marco, nurse of the Anti-Tu-
terculoss Association, spoke before
the pupils of the South Grammar
school. Wednesday, on the, prevention
of the great white plague The talk
was along the same lines as her pre-
yiOus addresses
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

a ease of rather mean petty larceny
vas that of Frank Clark who was
arraigned, Wednesday morning. before
Judge Shaw in the municipal court
He was found guilty of stealing a
dress suit case, a fur boa and satchel
from an elderly woman With whom he
was boarding. He was sent To Augusta
jail for 90 DAYS, and also was com
PEELED 10 pay costs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08
Very truly yours,
DAN S. WEEK $.
w CT u Election.

The w. c. r. L. at a recent meet
ing with Mrs. Freeman Littlefieles
elected the following otficers:~ Pres.
Mrs. S. c. PAYNE; Vice Pres, Mrs NJ
c. Miner; Sec, Mrs. Addie Ferry,
Treas, Mrs. F. Littlefield. The next
meeting will be held with Mrs. s. q.
Payne Feb. Il, and the subject viii
be: How Can We Help Our Presi-
dent. and How Can We Discourage
Her."
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The lee races to be held. Saturday
afternoon. between Thayer field and
the railroad bridge promise 10 be most
interesting. Fhe entries have not yet
been completed. The classes will be
free for-all. 225 straight trot and 2.35
class. The course is to be one third
Of mile long. and abundant oppor-
tunity will be given to all to see the
race
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

for the purpose of appointing commit
tees and making other preparations
for the Division Encampment of che
S. of v, June So, in this city The La
dies of the Auxiliary served a fine
simmer
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The financial affairs of Pine Grove
cemetery are reported in the annual
message by the committee of which
S. l.. Berry is chairman. The property
assets are reckoned at $29,956.00. of
which real estate is valued at 9,069.-
so, and the chapel, tomb. water works.
fences and tools, the balance. The
cash on hand is $462.S9. Investment
funds represent $4l00 and trust funds,
$13,24479. During the past year, the
cash received by the superintendent
was $2022.S7 and the same has been
expended in disbursements for labor,
etc
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The women of the diocese of Maine are
asked to- join, Thursday, Feb. s, in their
several parishes in a corporate commu-
Mon for general missions. The Offering
will be on behalf of diocesan apportion-
ment At Christ church in this city the
service will be at 10 o'clock. 1t is hoped
that every woman of the parish VIII
make it point to be present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The five Waterville jurors for the
superior court in Augusta, the. first
Tuesday in March, We're drawn, Tues
day evening, in City hall. Constable
John 2. Baxter summoned Mayor Pat
tangau, Aldermen O'Donnell, Finne-
more, and City Clerk Bartlett. who
presided. The following We're chosen:
Homer c. Proctor, Ivory V. Carter,
w. T. Daggett. Reuben Bachelor.
Z Holland
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The funeral of the late Mrs Ray
blanchard. who died in Boston, Tuesday.
will he held. at p. NJ Thursday, from
the residence of Fred Blanchard, Chest
nut street The remains were ~prouslt
here. Wednesday,, and taken IN chiise oS
Amesbury & Wakefield. They Were ae-
companied blythe husband, Ray Bianch-
ard.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The funeral services of Mrs. Susan
Campbell. who died at Fairfield Center
Tuesday morning, will be held, at
p. NJ, Friday, at the residence Rev.
Mr.. Lewis of the Methodist church at
Fairfield will offieiate The interment
will be at Fairfield Center. The death
of Mrs. Campbell was learned with
regret by all who were acquainted with
her She was highly respected by all.
The mother, who is 50 years ogsage
survives
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08
BOXING NOTES.

Mike Gibbons of st. Paul, Wednesday
night, knocked out Young eastman, Il
New York welterweight in the fourth
round of a bout at the Empire Athletic
Club, New York City.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08
Working on the
BrOWn=tail Moths.

The task of Kidding the city in part
of the brown-tail moth nests is now
in progress under the direction of
Charles Ross. Who has crew of four
men at work on Waterville street
trees Mr.. Ross, who has made IL
speciality of this work for long
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08
The Printers l20l==
Railway Clerks 1856.

The Printers defeated the Railway
Clerks by nine pins at the y. NJ. c. A.
alleys, Tuesday evening. The typesetters
gave the pen pushers six points, but they
Won, nevertheless. The score:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

Mrs. William Houghton of brunswick
will give an informal talk at the No-
mans Auxiliary meeting, Christ church
parish house, Thursday afternoon, fep.
s, on ''Recollections of Missionary WerK
in Japan" Women generally viii be
welcomed
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

Trouble with the heating apparatus at
the Maine Central passenger station oe-
Cured. Wednesday forenoon, the result
of thefboiler settling about three inches
breaking Il pipe connection, allowing the
water I'm the boiler to escape. The fires
! were drawn and the necessary repairs
soon made.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

Rev. and Mrs. NJ. c. Miner. Evangel-
list Rines. Mrs. Addie Berry and MRS
Dudley went to Brunswick, Wednes-
dax, to attend the Combined Bowdoin-
ham Quarterly melting and the Bow
doin Conference of Free Baptist
churches
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08
SPORTING NOTES.

The University of Pennsylvania defeat
ed Dartmouth p 10 IS at basketball,
Wednesday night, at Philadelphia
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

Horace Small had one of his fingers
badly cut, Wednesday morning, while
working at the Commonwealth shoe
factory.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The prayer meeting at the Methodist
church was omitted. Wednesday evening
ON account of the special meeting at the
Free Baptist church.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The Ladies' Aid of the Free Baptist
church will meet, Thursday afternoon,
with hrs. c. A. Ramsdell. y Clinton
street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The P. c. X. Club win meet, Friday
afternoon, with Mrs. Walter Swift,
Oak street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The young people of the First Baptist
church will give social, Friday eve
ming, in the vestry, which promises 20
be fine, as some time has been spent m
preparing a program of merit. Ice cream
aud cake will be served.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The Woman's Missionary Circle of the
First Baptist church will meet, Thursday
afternoon, with Mrs. Warren Reed,
Brunswick avenue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

CHI Wells is doing repair work at
the James Walker & Son Co.'S. sahs
and blind factory, putting in new
stairs and making other repairs.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

James Moulton of Randolph and
Frank Glass of West Gardiner, who
have been in Boston. the past week,
returned. Wednesday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

C. A. Knight and F. H. Woodbury.
left. "Wednesday, for Boston and PrQv-
idence on business trip.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

II. S. Webster attended meeting of
the Maine Historical Society, Wednes-
day, at Portland.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

Charles L. Ballard went to Portland
Wednesday,, to attend the funeral oil
a relative of Mrs Ballard.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

A contract whereby the F. w. Wool
worth Co. has purchased the interests
of the Palmer s. and 10-eent stores IN
this and other cities, went into effect,
Wednesday,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

w. II. *. Abbott was among the
Waterville people who left, Wednes-
day, for Boston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

Mrs. Lord of Boston is the guest of
her daughter, Mrs. +. $. Smith. Mrs.
May Wood of Augusta is also the
guest of Mrs. Smith.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The Eagle Hose Co, Wednesday
evening, had a full company present.
The apparatus was remodeiled to
some extent. Rules and regulations
soon go into effect. Another meeting
win be held, Monday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

James NJ Potter of Boston is in town
in the interests of the Royal Lodge Of
Moose, which is soon to be organized
here.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

Mr.. and Mrs. George Weeks of Liberty
street are receiving congratulations on
the birth, Wednesday, of twin daugh-
ters
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

G.. r. Haley, agent for the American
ice Co. at Walpole was in town,
" ednesday,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08
LOCAL NOTICE.

A dance will be given in Foresters
hall, this Thursday evening. febSd1t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The Ladies Aid of the First Baptist
church Will hold a Cottage social
Thursday evening, Feb. s. at the home
of Rev. and Mrs. L. II. Clarke. Cob
bossee avenue. Entertainment and re-
freshments. Take the 80 car.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

J. b. Northcott, secretary of the
Railroad Y. NJ c. A., went to North
NassaIboro. Wednesday evening. to
speak in the Methodist church, on
abraham Lincoln.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08
WATERvILLE:.

Hon, w c. Philbrcok was in BAN
gOr, Tuesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

If you ever read one of l.. Fl. Soper
& Co.'S ads don't fail to read this one
1t is hard to believe the statements
regarding the ridiculously low prices
for suits and coats. but you know this
company backs up every statement in
its ads. The scribe was looking
over some of these bargains and was
truly amazed to sse such values In
justice to yourselves do not neglect
calling. All the other departments
have the greatest values they have
offered this season.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

Mr.. and Mrs. n. H. Barrows quietly
celebrated the 18th anniversary of their
marriage at the ElmWeod, Tuesday
evening. with supper, attended by
about f. dozen friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The burning out of one line on the
circuit board at the power station of the
Central Maine Power Co, on the Ken
nebec dam, at about 1910 Wednesday
night, cut out the incandescent lights n
a portion of the city for two hours while
the necessary repairs were made.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The Epworth League of the Metho-
dist church will hold social, Friday
evening, in the vestry.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The c. and r. j. F. Club met, Tues
day evening, with the secretary, Miss
Helsn Clarke of Randolph. Whist ana
other games were enjoyed by those
present, and with refreshments OF CO.
Goa and cake the affair proved very
enjoyable.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The DeGruchy Co. employees will
hold their first annual concert and ball.
invitational, Thursday evening, in the
new Clukey block, Silver street. Music
by Drew's orchestra. All VINO plan to
attend look forward 10 an enjoyable
ncca sinn
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

W. r. Davis is i'll with the grip at
his home on Brunswick avenue.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08
Interesting News Notes from vari.
Gus Churches Of Our City.

Miss Mildred Eastman, Wednesday,
went to Bath.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

Mrs. Welthy Shaw arrived in the
city, Wednesday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

a. W. Noone of the Chase mill and
j. f. Percival, cashier Of the Peoples
Bank..went tn Boston, Wednesday,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08
AUGUSTA LOCALS.

sixty couples enjoyed, Wednesday
evening, the second in the series Of
dances at St. Marks Parish house, I'M
der the management of Charles Z.
Marston Music was furnished by Den
mis- Orchestra and refreshments We're
served at intermission.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

Pell Clason Camp, S. of ", and the
Ladies' Auxiliary held a meeting,
Wednesday evening, in G. A. r. hall,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

\ supper for the Silver Bay confer
encc benefit viii be held, from $50 to
: O'Clock, Friday evening. in the Bap-
fist vestry
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

]. W. Stewart milk Inspector of
Waterville, has made his annual re-
port, which speaks in high terms of
the quality of milk supplied by Water
Vile mihSmen. Our milllmen, he says.
ARE striving TO give the people of the
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

Mrs. Haskell S. Hall went TO Bos-
ton. Wednesday. for "a visit Mr. Hall
left on the morning train for Port
land
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

Jefferson G. Smith, State secretary
of the Y. NJ. G. A, went to Boston,
Tuesday
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

l. L. Belyea, president Of the Water
Vile Motor Co. went Wednesday, to
Bangor to attend the automobile show.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1912-02-08

The~Ho Mita Koda club will be en-
tertained at 6 O'Clock Thursday eve
ming, by C. IL. Pulsifer Al his home,
3S Pleasant street.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1912-11-11
Conservation in Vermont.

The state legislature will be asked to
act upon an important measure relat-
ing to conservation in Vermont that is
proposed by the state forester, A. +.
Halves of Burlington. II will limit the
size of trees that can be cut, provide a
special system OF taxation for forest
growing lands and for the reforestation
of other tracts. Until its provisions are
made public they cannot be fully dis
cussed but we question somewhat wheth-
er or not tais plan would be as beneficial
TO the state as one suggested by Clarke
c. Fits. formc: attorney general OF the
state. Mr.. Fits would have the state
acquire as many natural reservoirs and
as many places where artificial reser-
yoirs can be profitably made as pos
sible, and increase their storage capae-
ity. The state should sell the power
which II reserves for use in times OF
low water by the mills and manufac-
tories along the stream at as reasonable
rates as possible. This would increase
the minimum amount Of power Il Is nov
possible to secure along these streams
To further Increase the minimum OF
power to be developed be would have
The federal government establish forest
reserves in the water shed which sup
plies these storage basins.
This would relieve the state Of q part
81 the expense Of conservation. would
i've the state large forest tracts under
government regulation and encourage
he development Of industries along the
streams thus heneftted Il seems 70 be
! larger scheme than that in the mind
y the state forester and one that would
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1912-11-11
CURRENT COMMENT
If Roosevelt Had Eradicated Himself.

The debt of Gov. Foss and other sue
eessful Democrats in Massachusetts, on
Tuesday to the Progressive party is di-
rect and large. The attempt to wreck
the Republican party assured the Demo
cratic executive his victory. The com
bined vote of Walker, Republican, and
Bird, Progressive, for example, exceeded
the total given to Foss by 76,5l9. The
historian of the present strange period
in American politics will carry the re-
sponsibility for the existing situation
back to last June, when Mr.. Roosevelt
might easily have saved his party at
Chicago by subordinating himself. This
he would not do, and the consequences
of that decision are to be seen in every
state of the union.-Springfeld. Mass,
Republican.