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The Washington herald., 1913-03-07
Both sides of the Question.

To the Editor: Merely by way of Civ
ing balance to tho rather heated dis
cussion over Mai. Richard Sylvester. in
connection with the suffrage parade. one
person. who Is neither a suffraCist nor
an anti-suffragist would like to make
few modifying comments.
In the first place. 1t was hard on the
police department to have a big demon
stration on its hands on that particular
date; the police force is taxed to the
limit on the day preceding Inauguration,
because Of the incoming horde of strang-
ers, and the preparations. From the
police point of view, 1t was the worst
day the suffragists could have chosen
But this comment is not intended as a
rebuke to the suffraglsts for selecting
that date, because it suited the purpose
they had in view. And the fact is ap-
preciated that perhaps Mai. Sylvester did
not rise to the emergency as he might
have done-this is a matter of opinion
but the point should be noted that It was
an unprecedented emergency. and he had
only small force to meet 1t with. AL
though he has begged every year for
larger force. So both sides should be
considered before Condemning Il man.
AS for the efficiency of the police de-
partment. generally speaking about
year ago our family were obliged to call
upon them for protection from a gang
of toughs who were using our immediate
neighborhood as rendezvous, and we
met with a most prompt and effective
response. For days our neighborhoOd
was patrolled by specially detailed officers
until the gang was entirely broken up.
and the captain of the precinct called
in person TO inquire about the situation
He also left his tcard. requesting us to
notify him in case of further trouble
giving as his reason that on account of
the smallness of the force the men could
not be everywhere at once. 1t should
be remembered, in this connection that
Congress has been over-economical in
providing funds for the police force,
which is small for a city of this size
And, as for the parade matter il is
being argued that they, had ample force
to keep order on inaugura ton DAY, but
II must be remembered that the person.
mel of that parade was entirely different.
being composed of soldiers. cowboys, and
Indians: rowdys are not in the habit
Of alta scking people who can fight hack.
r. L. BURKE
1907 Fifteenth Suest
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Is "Gen." Rosalie a Guerrilla?

Reports that Gen" Rosalic Jones,
who led her army of hikers 10 the
Capital, will utilize the militant
methods OF the English votcs-for-
women advocates, are pleasing to no
body. unless to some Of the men and
women who oppose woman suffrage
Gen" Rosalie and her associates did
a very brave thing, indeed, for their
cause in carrying the message to VIII
SON" Their appearance in Washing
ton added to the forccful effect OF the
pageantry on Monday, when the quiet,
gracious behavior Of the general and
her staff and line allaycd suspicious
that American women were already
militant"
\ strong predicate in the case the
woman suffragists are seeking to make
against the police department is the
fact that British militancy" had no
part in their demonstrations here. A
single overt act of violence by them
on that day would serve to quash the
indictment the women have found.
Their plea for the new chivalry of
men," fair and equitable treatment of
humans, irrespective of sex, would
have been silenced by any of the
freakish disorders that mark the
guerrilla" warfare of London suffra-
gists.
Gen" Jones reported detection
from the ranks of the regulars to be-
come SO to speak, a "bushwhackcr"
must therefore be dcplored for her
sake, as well as for her causes sake.
If she recruits an inconsiderable
number of followers, as is probable,
she and they will be ridiculous in the
application of meagcr, spectacular
violence against the social bulwarks of
a nation so vast in territory and power
is the United States. If she is fol-
lowed by many women. they will
dangerously retard their cause, which
has prospered remarkably in the last
decade for the very reason that it has
been advanced with such propriety as
not to shock rudely the sensibilities of
a people, which, however young and
inconstant captious critics may call it,
is thoroughly conservative in all mat
tiers that directly affect the home, as
does woman suffrage.
Gen" Rosalic must ponder the fact
that in the woman suffrage cause. as
in any other, Juvenile impetuosity
serves best when tempered by mature
discretion
The Washington herald., 1913-03-07
Mr.. Burleson Starts Well.

Postmaster General Burlcson has
started the management OF his depart
ment with the proper measurement OF
merit and politics, which was promised
for the whole Wilson administration.
His first appointment was OF Merritt
o. Chance, a Republican, to be chief
clerk of the Post-ofice Department.
Nh Bu-leson did not permit politics
70 ovcrShadow Mr. Chances merit.
Mr.. RurlcSon recognized in Mr..
Chance man who, by native ability
and industry. and by twenty-five years
Of useful and varied experience in the
Post-ofiice Department and in the
President $ Commission on Efficiency
and Economv, Is qualified TO serve a
Democratic or Republican admins
tration with equally effective compe-
tcncc
- The Postmaster General is founding
his administration on firm ground. He
is rewarding merit-the pun is not in
tended-and getting the benefit Of
knowledge OF post-ofice business that
few other men possess in the same de-
gree as Mr. Chance
The Washington herald., 1913-03-07
HOUSE COMMITTEE
LEAVES FOR PANAMA
Naval Station and Guantanamo Also 10
Be Visited by Naval A.
fairs Body.

Members of the House Committee on
Naval Affairs left Washington yesterday
on board tho L. S. $. Dolphin and May
flower for an inspection trip to the naval
station at Guantanamo. Cuba, the Pan
ANA Canal. and the navy yards at Key
West and Charleston. IN the order named.
The party expects to he back in Wash
ington on March ~. At ''Iantanamo
the members of the committee will IN
spect the repair facilities provided for
wsrships during the last year. On the
Panama Canal Zone they will look over
the sites for the repair and docking
facilities which Col. Goethals will huiIi
at the canal terminals. AT Key West
and Charleston they will he shown the
possibilities Of those stations as torpedo
bases.
The party on board the two naval
vessels for the trip is as follows:
Chairman and Mrs. Padgett. Repre-
sentative and Mrs. Bathrick. Representa-
tive and Mrs. Henslcy, Representative
and Mrs. Butler. Mr.. TheaII clerk Of
the committee. and William j.. Padgett.
on board the MayfIGwer: and Representa-
tive and Mrs. Tribble and Miss Tribble.
Representative and Mrs. Withcrspoon
and Miss Withcrspoon, Representative
Buchanan, and X. %. Swanson. assistant
clerk to the committee, on board the
Dolphin.
The Washington herald., 1913-03-07
Washington's Splendid Showing.

The people OF Washington have
placed a quictus upon the misrepre-
sentation under which they have suf-
fered.
The generous entertainment afforded
tic visitors and the magnifccncc OF the
display. which every detail OF the
great event testify TO the unsclhsh-
ness and patriotism of the Washing
ton people. The large sum necessary
for the successful conduct OF the af-
fair was generously contributed, and
time and labor were given without
stint in order that the Inauguration
should be in every way worthy OF the
nation. The omission OF the bali,
which had been source OF revenue
in the past, was not allowed TO inter
fcrc in the slightest degree with the
work of the committee.
The public spirit OF Washington rose
splendidly TO the occasion. The great
success OF the Inauguration gives the
lie direct TO the oft-repeated assertion
that our population is lacking in full
appreciation OF its duty toward the ma
tion which contributes to its support.
The Washington herald., 1913-03-07
A Commission Without Funds?

Although there is no doubt that the
District Commissioners have been in
vested with the powers and duties OF
a public utilities commission. it would
seem as If they would have to wait
until the Ist Of July for the appropria-
ton of $4,000 which is provided. The
appropriations contained in the act are
specifically made for the fiscal year
ending juno 90, 1914, and there is no
provision which makes this public util-
ities fund Immediately available
1t is unfortunate that the Commits
sioners were not equipped with the
immediate use of the money which
they will need 10 start the machinery
Of their new Office The public utilities
law is ono that was sadly needed, and
there should be no delay in its ad-
ministration. II places upon the shoul-
sicrs OF the commission an enormous
abor, and they will need much assist
ence. Indeed, when it is considered
that expert help must be secured. and
that, among other things. every hear
ing must be reported verbatim-and
(public hearings are made prerequisites
all orders-it will be realized that
eooo is hardly sufficient. The
mount OF information which. rne COM
The Washington herald., 1913-03-07
Senator Gallinger.

The retirement of Senator Gallinger
from the Craftsmanship of the Senate
District Committee is matter of SIN
cere regret 10 every citizen Of Wash
ington. Mr. Gallinger has been a
faithful and loyal friend of the Dis
trict He has rendered industrious
and effective service in the matter of
general legislation, while, as chairman
of the subcommittee in charge of the
District appropriation. he has been a
steadfast supporter OF the half-and-
half principle, and has secured for the
District degree of liberality which
the House would not accord.
There is no personal advantage for
any Senator or Representative in rem
dering service for the District. Sena-
tor Gallinser has, in fact, sacrificed
much in time. comfort, and even in
attention to matters which intimately
concerned him, in order TO do his full
duty toward the National Capital He
has done his work modestly and quiet
ly. but none the less it has been Of
incalculablc value.
Senator Gallinger deserves more
than passing recognition from the Dis
trict people. He has earned their last
ing gratitude and a public expression
OF appreciation would not be amiss.
The Washington herald., 1913-03-07
THE OPEN FORUM
A Pension Question.

| To the Editor: II certainly does seem
inderensfble that an amendment TO the
pension bill restricting pensions to those
having an Income OF $1,000 or less should
be killed. Was any pressure brought TO
bear upon the members OF Congress Ia
bring this about? II so, by whom? II
| not. why is 1t that the Spanish American
| war veterans have such Il hard time in
having widows pension bill passed? Is
ii on account Of lack OF moral courage
to oppose anything that may offend tho
q. a r.?
There are many civil war veterans IN
the employ of the government holding
positions paying Sl,2on ur more who draw
"A pension. either disability or old age.
i'll addition 10 their salary, making 1t
practically a double pension. rs the origi-
nal appointment, with rare exception.
was a sort of reward. and subsequent
promotions were not due TO ability, but
TO seniority or the prestige Of being q.
A. II. members.
Now. how many Of these men could
earn tho same salary, or what proper
tion Of the same. outside of the govern
mcnt service, or pass the civil service
examination for the position they hold.
or where they are in charge Of divi-
sion that the clerks under them. Csne-
performed, or special training is required:
Very few, indeed.
The q. 4. II. aS patriotic orCaniZa-
tion is an admirable institution, and con-
tains honorable and worthy members, who
are deserving of Il pension, and who,
with the possible exception OF bounticd
and drafted soldiers. would not consider
placing patriotism on merccuary basis.
which the drawing Of a double pension"
- a1,f l,.,,g
there is no provision against such a prac-
ticc, many take what they can get II
the G. \. r. IS responsible for the exist
ing abuse OF pensions. either through
lobbying or as a political machine. its
existence as a patriotic order Is in0X-
CUSable and should roaS".
1t might be interesting t. know how
many of the officers OF tn" G. \. r. arc
government employees, probably using the
prestige OF that order for their own
benefit
AS the Democrats are pledged to an
economy platform. and they being partly
responsible for the Sherwood hill. now.
upon coming into complete control OF
the government machinery, they should
remedy these abuses. They should deter
mine the status of IN" q \ X. and
eliminate It from political activity. for 1t
certainly showed It's "lCIlatcd political
strength in the last election. IT, as gen
orally understood. II supported tho Re-
publican candidate for President
IE TAYLOR
The Washington herald., 1913-03-07

mission is compelled to obtain is enor-
nous and cannot be acquired within
many months.
The Interstate Commerce Commits
sion is naturally pleased to be relieved
Of the burden which it has borne for
three or four years, and which be-
longs to local body. Under the old
law, however, mich good was ac-
complished, and the District Commits
sioners will be wise to avail them
selves of the accumulated data and
experience. Inasnuch as there is
ample authority and no ambiguity in
the new law, we ought to have in the
District of Columbia a model public
utilities system. free from all defects
in service. 1t is now within the power
OF the District Commissioners to
achieve. this much-to-be-desired re-
suit, and we have no doubt that they,
or their successors, will be fully equal
TO the task
The Washington herald., 1913-03-07

The violin is the most aesthetic ana
soulful of all musical instruments. II
is made of strips of thin wood glued to-
gether into a box and filled with spirits
of love, sorrow. JOY, passion, religion and
inspiration of the feet.
The violin also has a neck made of
wood on which strings made of catgut
are stretched. When these strings are
scraped with bow fitted with hairs
from a horses tail, melodies are pro-
duced which cause women to weep and
strong men to look into their hats and
resolve to be kinder to the poor hence
forth.
has been to make music out of a cat and
horses tail. II he can do this. there
seems to be no reason why he should
not some time. make good aldermen out
of American citizens.
Violins are very difficult to make. and
the older they get the better they be-
Co.'S. 4 bright new violin can be bought
fvr S2.35, and a man can be hired for 81
to play on 1t all night. keeping time
with his feet and stopping only for food
and water. But a00-year-old violin
sometimes costs as high as $4,000 and
the man who can tuck 1t under his chin
and make 1t laugh, weep, cajole,
threaten, prophesy and sing hymns of
praise to the creator of the universe can
take $1,000 a night as a personal favor
from the public.
To play the violin. one must place his
fingers on the strings in suclf a way as
to produce the various notes by shorten
ing the strings. and must then draw the
bow across the sounding board with .
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not share, and II struck a subtle pain
to his heart that the people should so
trust him-should give him SO royal n
progress as he Jared on his way 10 at
tempt an usrricd task.
\ Royal Welcome.
No king IN days or kings divinity
could have looked for So heartfelt a
welcome to his throne as this modest
gentleman got To the office he feared TO
take.
Not only were there civil fete and mill
tarv parade at every stage OF the jour
ney: there was everywhere. besides, a
running together from all the country
rOundabouts OF people who bore them
selves not as mere sightsecrs, but as if
they had come out OF love for the man
they were TO see pass by.
II was not their numbers but their
manner that struck their hero with a
new sense Of responsibility. their earn
est gaze. their unprecedented cries of
welcome. their simple Joy to see the new
government put into the hands of a man
they perfectly trusted.
lie was to he their guarantee Of its
good faith. Of its respect for law, and its
devotion TO liberty; and they made him
know their hope and their confidence
in the very tone OF their greeting.
>trew Roses Before Him.
There was the manifest touch of love
in the reception everywhere prepared
Tor him. Refined women broke their re-
serve To greet him in the open road: put
their young daughters forward, in their
enthusiasm. to strew roses before him
in the way; brought tears TO his eyes
by the very artlessness OF their affection.
When at last the triumphaI journey
was ended. the display of every prev
ious stage capped and outdone by the
fine pageant OF his escort OF boats from
Newark and OF his reception at the ferry
stairs in New York. the demonstration
seemed almost more than hc could bear.
The display of boats which attended
and Joined us" he confessed TO his diary.
the decorations of the ships, the roar
OF the cannon. and the loud acclamations
of the people which rent the skies as I
walked along the streets flied my mind
with sensations as painful as they are
pleasant" for his fears foreboded scenes
the opposite OF these. when he should
have been shown himself unable to full
I'LL the hopes which were the burden OF
all the present JOY.
To-morrow-Takcs the Oath of
once.
The Washington herald., 1913-03-07
Tragedy in Politics.

= There is much 10 commend in the
order of the President directing that
his Cabinet officers deal with the qucs-
ton of patronage Mr.. Wilson bars
from the White House the applicant
for Office with the explanation that his
time must needs be taken up with the
affairs OF the government. The coun-
try undoubtedly will profit, as the Presi-
dent Will he able to devote himself to
the great problems OF government con-
fronting him. and if the day contained
thrice the hours. he still would be I
busy man.
There is feature. however. that is
little les than pathetic. if not tragic
We are prone TO Joke at the candi-
date ior Office The term office
seeker" ha> become opprobrious. The
President. by his order, makes him a
ching to he Stunned. His status is
now definitely fixed.
The afternoon the news was flashed
from Baltimore that Wilson had been
nominated. tens of thousands OF men
all over the country took off their
coats and went to work for him. The
boys in the trenches" as they have
Ell termed. and thc trenches" were
III of thrr1. fought right up to cleo
NJ night and fought we'll. as the Prcsi-
ut hiw>clf can testify. But none Of
boys" may now get to the gen
Il lie is referred to Mr.. Houston.
Secretary 81 Agriculture II he
ncs from TEXAS he may think that
Houston IS some kin to Sam
,uston. 1t may be that the office he
Ks is under Mr. Garrison. If he
4 Democrat Of the Bowery, it may
,ur 10 him that the Secretary of
ar is I relative OF the famous Jockey.
is going 10 find it almost as diff
to get to Mr. Houston or Mr..
Trison as il is to get TO the Presi-
II. When he looks u his Congress
IN he will find him complaining that
is ove-run BY ofice-seekers. IF
maintains his self-rcspcct he will go
me. If he remains in Washington,
hundreds have done, he will indeed
an object of pity.
It is the cruelty OF politics The
te Senator Vest of Missouri once
id that the footpath across old Long
ridge between Washington and the
irginia side, was strewn with the
oxen hearts Of disappointed office
.ekers.
Happy is the Democrat who worked
without thought OF reward
The Washington herald., 1913-03-07
McADOO TAKES OATH
AS TREASURY HEAD
Justice Hughes Swears in Cabinet Of
6eer-Leaves for New York to
Close Personal Affairs.

William G. McAdoo. the second ranking
official OF the Wilson Cabinet. was sworn
into office by Justice Hughes. Of the
United States Supreme Court, yesterday
morning. Mr. McAdoo and Justice
Hughes have long been close personal
friends, and It is understood that the
latter suggested that he be allowed the
honor OF swearing in the new Secretary
OF the Treasury.
All day long MIR. McAdoos office was
thronged with visitors, including Sem
ators and Representatives, Governors,
and prominent politicians generally,
and several members of the National
Committee. A delegation of girls from
n South Carolina school. wearing uni
form hats, who had come for the inaug-
uration, waited for an hour or more
for the honor OF shaking hands with the
new Treasury head.
Former Secretary MacVeagh remained
with his successor until late in the after
noon. going over some Of the more i'm
portant questions now before the depart
ment Upon his departure from the Of
fee, Mr.. MacVeagh paid high compli-
ment to what he regarded the good,
sound Judgment and business ability of
his successor, declaring he had the ut
most confidence in his being able to give
n most successful administration of the
Treasury Department as the custodian
of the nations finances.
Mr. McIAdoo left at 4 o'clock for New
York, where he will close up his busi-
ness affairs. and will not return until
He stated that until then he
will have no announcements, either con-
corning policies or appointments. 1t Is
that the first appointment
will be the senior assistant secretary. to
replace James +. Curtis, OF Boston. By
ron r. Newton, of New York, is slated
for this Office.
The Washington herald., 1913-03-07
Nora Bayes Again Welded.

Chicago, March 6.-Nora Bayes. ac-
tress. divorced two weeks ago in Chi
cago from Jack Norworth, her stage
partner. was married to Harry Clarke.
appearing with her in the sun Dodg-
srs. The marriage took place in
Kansas City. Mo-. the home of both
Miss Bayes and Clarke. according to
friends OF the couple who were apprised
of the fact to-day. This is AIiss Bayo6
third marriage
The Washington herald., 1913-03-07
THE VIOLIN.
BY GEORGE FITCH,
Author of "At Good Old Siwash."

firm. light touch or otherwise as the
case may be. This takes from 10 TO 80
years to learn. according TO the ability
of the pupil The average is about
ninety-five years, though most people
who play have not practiced over fifteen
years.
The Washington herald., 1913-03-07
NO. SO.

On the morning Of April ID. Washington
took the northern road. as so often be-
fore. and pressed forward on the way
for New York.
Tho setting out was made with a very
heavy heart: for duty had never seemed
to him 10 unattractive as It seemed nov.
and his difference had never been so
distressing.
For myself the delay may he COM
pared to a reprIeve." he had written to
Knox. when he learned how slow Con-
greSs was In coming together, for in
confidence l tell you that my move
ments to the chair OF government will
he accompanied by feeling not unlike
those OF n culpr!t who Is going to the
place OF execution"
Departs with n Heavy Heart.
When the day for his departure came
hi. diary spoke the same heaviness OF
heart. About ten o'clock" he wrote,
Il bade adieu to Mount Vernon. TO pri-
vate life. and to domestic felicity: and.
with mind oppressed with more ann-
ious and painful sensations that ] have
words to express, set out for New York" 4"
He did not doubt that he was doing
right: he doubted his capacity In civil
affairs. and loved tho sweet retirement
and the free lifc he was leaving be-
hind him.
Grief and forcbodinE did not in the
least relax his proud energy and
promptness in action. IIo was not
whit tho less resolute to attempt this
now role, and stretch his powers to the
utterrnnst to play 1t in rnasterful fash
ion.
lie was only wistful and full OF sort
Of manly sadness: lacking not resolu-
ton hut only alacrity.
Obliged 10 borrow Money.
He had hoped to tho last that he
would be suffered to spend the rest or
his days at Mount Vernon, he knew the
place must lack efficient keeping, and