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The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
Prominent Maine Man Dies.

Ellsworth, Me.-Arthur w. Greely
five times elected mayor OF this place
and postmaster for years under the
Cleveland administration died last
week at the age of seventy years. He
was one of the leaders Of the Democrat
ic party in Hancock County and had the
distinction of being the only Democrat
elected mayor without opposition.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
SUED FOR $4,000; GOT
CENTS.

Boston-A verdict of one
cent from each of two defen-
dants has been awarded by a
Superior Court jury. to Victor
Schonfield. who had sued for
$4,000. Schonfield is jewel
ler on Hanover street and had
sued Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph Burn
steen because of alleged sland-
er. He is vindicated and the de-
PENDANTS must pay him two
cents.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
Enrm Athle,e IAssoelatlon.

Rutland. Vt-The Eastern New
York and Vermont Interscholastic as
ISOLATION has been formed with very
creditable membership. The original
purpose Of the new association Is to
promote athletic contests once a
year or oftener.
The first Of these meets will be held
on Labor day. at the fair grounds In
this city.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
To Exnlore In Labrador.

Bristol, Conn.-Judge William j.
Malone OF this city. and Dillon Wal.
lace OF New York, the well-known La
rador explorer, have gone 10 the Lab
rador plateau on an exploring expe-
dition. Their object is TO trace Lost
River, which empties into Lake Mich
iguana, 10 its source.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
Six months for Manslsuoh,er

Plymouth, Mass.-Dayid ID. Farms.
worth Of Bidgewater, the magazine
writer, who was convicted by jury
Of manslaughter In causing the death
OF Thomas Hagan by shooting has
been sentenced by Judge King In the
superior court here 10 six months In
the house OF correction. Farnswortt
had apprehended Hagan stealing
chickens from the poultry house.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
Boy Burned 70 Death.

Taunton-Playing with matches In
his fa.ser's barn. 5-year-old Melvin
Hutchinson set the haymow on fire
IN a moment he was enveloped In
flames. Neighbors. hearing his
cries, hurries 20 his rescue and he
was rushed 20 the Morten Hospital,
where he died. The barn. together
with 1900 ducks, was total loss.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
AnpIv Torch 70 Frioate Wabash.

Eastport, Me.-The torch has beet
applied TO the United States frigate
Wabash and the famous old wooden
man-of-war OF civil war days was
burned that her valuable metals
might be secured by Boston Junk deal
ers to whom she had been sold foi
about $4,000.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
Plan Curb on Narcotic Sales.

Swampscott, Mass.-Furthers ac,
tlon TO stop the indiscriminate sale
OF narcotics was planned at the an.
nual convention Of the Massachusetts
state Pharmaceutical Association at
the New Ocean House on motion OF
William s. Briry Of Melrose. the re-
firing president
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
Nearly 700 Plan to Enter Tech.

Boston.-Six hundred and eighty
six graduates of high schools and
preparatory schools, representing all
parts OF the United States, have made
application TO take the entrance ex'
aminations at the Massachusetts In
stitute OF Technology this summer.
This number Of applicants Is 10 per.
cent greater than that OF last year.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
Between Devil and p.sp Sea.

known humorist. said whimsicaliy the
sther day, apropos OF the death OF j.
Pierpont Morgan: I'VE learn from Mr.
Morgan's life that wealth does not
bring happiness. We know already
that poverty doesn't bring II. either.
What on earth then is n man to dor"
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
Smith. and sulllva,s Lead

Boston Fifteen pages OF Smiths
IL pages OF Sullivans, IL pages oi
Murphys and 10 pages Of Browns
hnd their names on the list OF adul'
residents Of Boston whose addresses
are given in the 1913 issue OF the
city Directory Just compiled.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
Mills Cut Dividends.

Lawrence. Mass.-The Arlington
Mills Corporation Of Lawrence has
been obliged to cut its dividend in
half. dropping from IS 10 81 At the
present time there are $1,000 idle
workmen in the city.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
viii Locate New Lookout Stations

Augusta, Me.-state Forest Com
missioner Blaine s. Vles with J. +.
Phillips and r. 4. Gilbert OF tho
Great Northern Paper Co. will make
trip through the Chesuncook re-
zion for the purpose Of locating new
lookout stations there.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04

Do not wait to have your attention
called to the care of your teeth by the
pain which follows their neglect Visit
your dentist. IL you need his services,
at once. Commence the use Of Denta-
cura Tooth Paste daily and preserve
your teeth. 25c a tube at stores or
direct by mail. Dentacura Co.. Al
ling St., Newark. N. J. ADV.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04

Bangor, Me.-The Bangor Power
Company has resumed work on its
dam al veazie. four miles above Ban
gor. This is one OF the greatest pow
or developments in Maine this year
and is to furnish the power station Of
the Bangor Railway & Electric Com
pany.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04

Make them yourself. we furnish tho formu.
las Our preparation for dandrun and fall.
Ing hair 10 used by leading BARRIERS and hail
sressers evorywhere We also manufacture
q combination treatment FOR colorsd peoples
hair, positively straightsns and removes tn,
kink, Send 2s cents for full package and
all Information OF formulas Hawkins, s1ti
Wash ST.. ~. Louis, Mo.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
Militant Housewife.

Neighbor's Child, at the Door
Please, maam, mother wants to know
II you'll be so kind as to lend her your
recipe f'r maxim bombs. The last one
she made only smelled bad and
wouldn't burst.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04

Some people think IL queer that we
have no female after-dinner speak
ers, but there is nothing queer about
1t. Women tell all they know before
dinner is half over.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
POPULATION OF BOSTON
739,soo.

The population OF Boston
has increased since the last
census TO 7S9.S00. according 10
the data contained in the new
Boston Directory. There are
1857 new names in the di-
rectory. Since 64.1S9 names
have been taken out for deaths
and removals. the increase is
9i2S. These names represent
an increase in population over
last year OF 20,520.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
It's Quality.

Il noticed in the department store
this morning there was big crowd
about tho perfumery bargains"
Naturally. the perfumery would be
the scenter OF attraction"
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
New Bedford Gains In Population.

New Bedford-The city assessors
from their returns. have compute
that the population OF the city Is lO3
SIS. This IL gain Of about 200
over last ear.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
LARGEST in New England.

Bowdoinham, Me-The biggest
sleep farm in New England il Long
Branch farm in this town, where $50
sheep were wintered.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04

II a man is smart enough to fool Q
woman II is because she wants to be
fooled.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04

A Kansas Judge has decided that a
man is the owner OF his wife's clothes.
tf her new bonnet costs too much to
suit him he can wear II himself
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04

II fellow could only utilize his
castles in the air for aeroplans gar
ages!
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04

A man has to have considerable OF
the divine afilutus to find poetic In
spirations in his back yard.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04

The meat trust makes the lover OF
pork chops bristle with indignation.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04

iF YOU ARE A TRlFLE SENSITIVE
about the size of your shoes, you can wear q
hze smaller by shaking Aliens FootEase, the
lntiseptic powder, into them. just the thing
or Dancing Parties and for Breaking In New
shoes. Gives instant relief 10 Tired, Aching
swollen, Tender Feet, and takes the sting out
Corns and Bunions. Samples FREE. Address
Allen s. olmsted, lie Roy, N. Y.-Adv.
The Olneyville times. (Olneyville [Providence, R.I.]) 1887-1917, 1913-07-04
Piles Cured the Drugless Way
,erapy Treatment

Get without delay the great. sensational
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treatment sent prepaid at 20 cents No e1trs charge
,f any kind NEW YORK DRUG REMEDY
co., Dept. e., Ole Sixth Ave-, New York.
Evening capital news. (Boise, Idaho) 1901-1927, 1913-01-01

ture of commission government Is the
power of public expression that is
given the citizens themselves: the pri-
vilege of taking matters into their own
hands, If they believe their represent
attves fail to realize that public office
Is public trust. This power lies in
the initiative, referendum and recall. In
order that these strictly inherent fea-
lures of modern government may not
become the dangerous playthings of
selfish whims or overzealous rectitude.
the founders OF commission govern
ment have carefully prepared a means
that can only be invoked when so re-
quested by large percentage of the
citizens of the community involved.
With this safeguard it would be an
extremely difficult matter for a group
of citizens actuated by personal bitter
ness or unfriendliness toward a com
missioner, to make use of the recall,
unless substantial proof were offered
which would clearly and conclusively
show that the application was based on
well-founded contentious All things
considered. however there is one par
ticularly inseparable feature of COM
mission rule which inspires EFFICIENCY,
and that is the recall An official, real
izing that his every act decides his
continuance in office will, by force Of
circumstances. if not by natural in
clination, strive for the approval of the
public.
Voters Must Be vieilant
And yet it must be admitted that the
form of commission plan, though
great advance over the old municipal
system, VIII bring no radical reforms
unless the voters themselves are etern-
ally Vigilant which Is the best safe
guard against corrupt manipulation of
city government Ne form of city gov
eminent can avail much unless it be
accompanied by the selection of capable
and honest persons to administer IT,
Boise has been under the Black law,
which embraces the essential features
of commission government, since May
%, 1912. The legislature of Idaho Of
1911 passed law relating to the gov
erning of cities, the statute being
modelled from the Des Moines plan of
municipal government. with such
changes as were deemed necessary by
the states law making body The
substitution OF this law for the old
charter OF Boise in February last was
followed by the election upon a nom
Evening capital news. (Boise, Idaho) 1901-1927, 1913-01-01
e Commission Form Of Government and Its Success in Boise
YRARuuRH

suits. The agitation for more modern
TO the east.
One of the most satisfying proofs of
the efficiency and superiority of gov
eminent by commission is the dearth
of criticism that has been directed at
the plan in cities where it has been
adopted or course, there are many
who are antagonistic to the features
embodied in the commission govern
ment law, and much opposition has
been manifested in the various cam
paigns that have been conducted for its
adoption, but, nevertheless, the opposi
ton generally passes away after a short
period of commission rule.
Not Theoretical Fanaticism.
The statement has been made, and
| believe with authentic authority, that
not a single city, east or west. that has
voted to supersede the old system by
the commission plan, has returned to
its former charter. This condition
proves conclusively that commission
government is not the outcome of the
oretical fanaticism. Another proof Of
the universal satisfaction that commits
sion government is giving lies in the
fact that over zoo cities in the United
States have voted in favor of adopting
its provisions. These cities are typical
American cities, ranging in population
from 5000 to $4,000 Hundreds of
other cities are considering the advis-
ability of abandoning the old system
and replacing it with government by
commission. Considering the fact that
government by commission is still in
its infancy. being the product of the
last dozen years, the vast number of
cities that are now operating under its
provisions angurs well for the future
success of the system
Although the various commission
governments that are in operation
throughout the country differ in some
minor details, they are essentially the
same in one respect; that is, they re-
suit in the substitution of modern and
practical business methods for political
prestige in the official conduct of city
affairs. To my mind the longfelt want
that the new plan has supplied lies In
the modernization of it's charter provi-
sions. Conditions that were predomi-
nant some years ago are unimportant
features in municipal affairs today, and
the plan that was formerly successful
can no longer Frapple with present day
Evening capital news. (Boise, Idaho) 1901-1927, 1913-01-01
BY MAYOR ARTHUR HODGES.

or many cities. The important charac-
teristics OF commission plan, as 1t has
been adopted in American cities, are
Placing all municipal governing
authority in small body of men.
The election at large instead of
by wards.
The power to exercise adminis-
trative and legislative functions.
and authority of appointment by
the board.
The placing of each commissioner
in charge Of a definite department
and making him responsible to the
public for it's proper and intelligent
management.
The power given to the people to
secure honest and efficient govern
ment. through the medium Of the
initiative, referendum and recall.
The intrinsic value OF commission
government really rests on these cardi-
nal principles. The great essential
characteristic Of commission govern
ment is the placing of commissioner
in absolute control of distinct depart
ment.
The executive. administrative and
legislative authority is divided into five
departments as follows:
Department of public affairs.
Department of finance.
Department Of public safety.
Department Of streets and public Inn
provements.
Department OF parks and public
property.
A commissioner on being assigned to
anyone Of these departments has abso-
lutte control, and is individually re-
sponsible to his fellow commissioners
and the people generally for the actions
of himself and his subordinates. The
mayor, who is superintendent of public
affairs, is sort of advisory director
of the other commissioners.
Assignment Of Departments.
The commission meets Immediately
after election for the purpose of or
ganization. At that time the assign
ments to the different departments are
made. Although the commissioners
are in charge of separate departments
they work In conjunction with each
other. This is one of the principal rea-
sons for the success of commission
governmental spirit of unity per-
meates the meetings of the commits
sion.
All considered, the scintillating fea-
Evening capital news. (Boise, Idaho) 1901-1927, 1913-01-01

partisan ticket OF a mayor and four
commissioners. The change from the
old charter to the present form Of gov
eminent was made without any inter-
ruption in routine matters. The COM
mission took UP the reorganization Of
the departments after a systematic
study Of the new law. and every de-
partment was taken over and placed
in the various divisions without hitch.
After this was accomplished, the COM
mission began working out details, and
there Is now harmonious adjustment
of work laid out for the different de-
partments. Although the reorganiza-
Evening capital news. (Boise, Idaho) 1901-1927, 1913-01-01

The most interesting innovation IN
the field Of municipal politics in the
past twelve years has been the dwell
opment of commission government IN
the United States. 1t had its mcep-
ton in the city of Galveston, after the
disastrous flood of 1900 had completely
devastated the city. The renarkaple
progress that was wrought in}rehapln-
tating Galveston under it's NV charter
made that city the object Of national
attention.
This condition. augmented by the
general dissatisfaction that emanated
from many cities where ahe old system
Evening capital news. (Boise, Idaho) 1901-1927, 1913-01-01

ton of the various departments has
been effected, there are still some
things uncompleted that may have
further beneficienee upon the city or
ganization. In our efforts to economi-
cally secure necessary improvements.
we have prudently endeavored to follow
a policy of retrenchment. and this poll
icy has been followed consistently
without Gripping or handicapping the
efficiency Of the departments them
selves.
Evening capital news. (Boise, Idaho) 1901-1927, 1913-01-01

of municipal government had become
inadequate, caused other Texas cities
to hold referendum elections for the
purpose of adopting the new and mod
ern plan. In every instance civic awak-
ening followed in the wake of the new
charter, and commission government
was heralded as panacea for long ex-
listing municipal evils. Other western
and southern cities, including Des
Moines, Iowa, soon followed the ex-
ample of Galveston. and the change Of
charter was attended by meritorious re-
Evening capital news. (Boise, Idaho) 1901-1927, 1913-01-01

problems. The municipal corporation.
the same as a business corporation,
must live in the atmosphere of the pres
ent day, If it desires to take Its place
among the foremost American cities.
Evening capital news. (Boise, Idaho) 1901-1927, 1913-01-01
Important characteristics.

Commission government to a great
extent meets with immediate success,
because it embodies the modern fea-
lures that are lacking in the charters
Evening capital news. (Boise, Idaho) 1901-1927, 1913-01-01

We extend to our many patrons and friends the Seasons
most hearty greetings and we sincerely hope that the New
Year will bring unlimited happiness and prosperity all
We also wish to thank customers for their patronage
during the past years. which has made the largest most
complete and best equipped furniture establishment the
State of Idaho.
We cordially invite you to call at home and
inspect our five floors of dependable furniture of which
every piece fully guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1913-02-26
PRESSURE FROM ENGLAND.

Sarcastic references to the delay Of the United
States In taking decisive steps in regard to Mex
leo are mingled with the expressions of horror
In the comments Of the English newspapers on
the assassination Of Madero and Suarez. What
Great Britain, or that portion of it which Is
represented by the London dailies, at least,
thinks of President Tatt's policy is anything
but complimentary.
The comments cabied 10 this country would
seem to indicate that England is greatly exer-
cised because the United States government does
not Immediately dispatch several hundred thou
sand American soldiers south to be made tar
gets for Mexican bullets. The tone of the edito-
rails leads us to believe that the London press
thinks the protection Of British capital invested
In Mexico is of more Importance than the lives
of American citizens and of greater value than
the lives of British citizens. for the impression
is created that were not the Monroe doctrine in
the way Great Britain would land an army on
Mexican soil as quickly as possible to restore
order and give British capital opportunity for
greater profit.
Many wars have been begun By special in
tarests desiring field for commercial exploita-
tion, but always they have been fought by the
average man. inspired by patriotism, none the
less sincere because mistaken, and always has
the capitalist remained at home to reap the ben
efts from the slaughter OF his humber citizens.
American lives and American industries in Mex
leo may soon call for protection and the pres
ence OF an army may be necessary. but the United
States should not be forced into hasty and i'll
considered action by pressure from those abroad
who have nothing to lose and from those In this
country who have something to gain. Mexican
investors and jngoes should not decide the action
Of the nation In such q crisis as this
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1913-02-26

Patriotic Charles City.

Editor of The Virginian:
Sir,--P1ease allow me- through your widely
circulated paper, to say, Hats off and three
cheers for the patriotic people of Charles
CITY one of the smallest counties in the State.
because they have decided to pay the travelling
expenses OF the veterans of the county to Get
tysburg. II is a grand and noble deed, showing
that they appreciate the struggles and self
sacrifice of the boys of 81.
In proportion to population Charles City sent
as many TO battle for States rights any county
IN virginia. There was no company in Pickett s
division that displayed more bravery than Com
pany K, Fifty-third Virginia regiment Two
brave and very handsome boys of Company X
were severely wounded carrying the coors of
the regiment up Malvern Hill As soon as enc
was struck the other took them.
All other counties should fall in line with
Charles CITY, and show their appreciation by
making appropriations to send the poor and
feeble vets" to the semi-centennial celebration.
1t will be highly appreciated, not only by the
veterans, but also by their loved ones All
railroads will grant reduced rates and expenses
from Richmond will not be more than five dol
lars. The g. A. r. has extended cordial in
yitation to all who wore the gray and will take
great pride in entertaining us royalty They
Will give us a warm reception they did fifty
years ago. but without SO much fuss
WILLIAM II. TURPIN,
Company y, Fifty-third Virginia Regiment.
Richmond, Va.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1913-02-26

covered from an attack OF measles
He left for his home Saturday at
Skipwith, Va.
Miss Bertha Clayton Is still confined
TO her home on Twenty-third street
She has been i'll for several weeks
Mr.. T. n. Dursin, who was injured
In the head ION collision at .Fetersvilie
Sunday. In doing very nicely at the
St. Luke's hospital
The +. diseiad'A Il hfi, = cnfwnl
The Ladies Aid Society Of Fair
mount Christian church will give an
oyster supper the night OF February
2Sth In the town hall
Miss Nora Melton liz visiting her
sister. Mrs n. Q. Powell. of North
Twenty-aecond street
Miss Norma Ciyborne Ia sick at her
home with grippe.
Miss Minnie Vial. of Peaks. Han
over county, is visiting her sister, Mrs.
TaIiey. of this vicinity.
Winston letter, the son of John J.
Jeter. Is rapidly recovering from an
attack of measles.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. It. NuckoIs are vis-
iting cities of interest in the South.
They will be away several weeks.
Mrs. Nunnally is the guest Of her
sister, Mrs. T. f. Davis, on the ave-
nue..
Mr.. and Mrs. George Wayne, Of
Louisa county, are the guests of rela-
uyes here.
The regulars frseNtins. Of Ideal Ceurs~-
Gil was held Tuesday night. town hail.