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The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1914-04-30
were right-and knew thing or two about Jen-
nngs that we hadn't dreamed Of

were right-and knew thing or two about Jen-
nings that we hadn't dreamed Of
Here is the reason for our change of heart
clipped from the current issue of the Billboard:
'The life of AL Jennings, former bandit, one of
the most remarkable human documents written,
will be produced in six-ree phooplay by Thanhouser
Film Corporation Direct-from- Broadway Features
Jennings, accompanied by Sheriff Bill Tllman,
will reach New York Saturday for a conference with
c. j. Hite at New Rochelle. The scenario will follow
closely the Saturday Evening Post story of Jennings
county official train robber and convict,
and will carry the Post title, Beating Back The
fight of Spikes ranch, where the Jennings gang is
decmated, will be shown in detail -
The contention that Jennings is lover of SEN
sationaism and constant seeker after noteriety
seems to be born out in this, his latest move to
keep the crimes which sent him to prison. fresh
before the eyes of morbidly curious public who
will crowd picture shops to see such rot and
incidentally line the pockets of the bandit with
silver
If AL Jennings was built of the right sort of
stuff his reformation was absolute and sincere
he would shun every effort to drag his criminal
record out of the past. He would want it hid
forever, or at least forgotten, so that he might
more surely mount to higher and worther
sphere, than merely posing the doubtful hero
of nefarious calling. The men who leave pris-
on and make good" as real men, are not the kind
who glory in parading their crimes before the
public.
We hope the Jennings films may be barred
from every city in the land. 1t is such pictures as
these that insts into the minds of foolish youths
desire to emulate the example set by the erst-
while hero of the play. 1t is virtually placing a
premium crime to permit them to be shown
All the yellow backed bloodand thunder novels
ever printed could not do one half as much harm as
these hold-up pictures will do, if the censors per-
NIT their exhibition.
The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1914-04-30
PLACING A PREMIUM ON CRIME

IT,. HEN AL Jennings, former bandit and train
|W| rObber, announced his candidacy for the
nomination of governor of Oklahoma, the
Fl Mirror entertained hope that he would
succeed in attaining the coveted prize,
and would fill the executive Office in such
manner as would more than ever prove
that criminal CAN reform, and being re-
formed serve his fellow citizens quite as
honorably and perhaps more faithfully
than many of the machine made politi-
clans who are entrusted with public Of
flee. With this feeling, we were temp
ted several times to take exception to ad-
verse criticism directed at the man. even by penal
publications; which we thought unwise and prob
ably inspired through either too often evident
jealousy, or the ever present inclination on the
part of some to throw barrier in the way of a
fellow-man trying to rise. But we're glad we
didn't criticize our contemporaries for the stand
they took. If we had we would now feel that we
would have to take off our editorial hat to them
and do some very lively 'craw fshing' for we
have come to the point where we believe they
The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1914-04-30
BASEBALL NEWS

The standing of the clubs in the four big
leagues on Wednesday was as follows:
National League
The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1914-04-30
ANOTHER CARRIE NATION NEEDED

oEAKING Of the crying need for sharp
censorship of moving pictures; our atten-
ton has been attracted recently, by at
tempts upon the part of many film pro-
ducers, to place upon the market, pic
lures stories, or photo plays as they are
pleased to call them, covering some of
the vilest and most sensational subjects
imaginable, and which, if permitted to be
exhibited, could not help but degrade the
theatres showing them and polluting all
who paid their nickel or dime to see them.
It seems that there is no limit to the
The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1914-04-30

we were at home, or in a strange city all alone,
on the outside. We have taken the matter up
with our Warden, Mr.. Henry Wolfer, and our
plans for the observance of the day meet with his
enthusiastic approval; so it is up to us inmates
ourselves to make it an event never to be forgot
ten, and one that will again show society that the,
mother love and mother sentiment is as dear to
shut-in unfortunates it is to anyone outside the
walls.
As you are no doubt all aware, it is customary
to wear white carnation on Mothers Day, in her
memory and in her honor 1t was the intention
OF the Mirror at first, to ask each man and woman
to buy their own flower, but this idea was mex
pedient, owing to the fact that there may be some
here-newcomers- have as yet no money to
their credit and who would therefore be unable to
provide flower, even though they desired.
Then, too the cost of the carnations being so tri-
vial, it would necessitate the signing of vouchers
by every inmate for four or five cents making
lot of work unnecessarily. So then, in order that
we may insure everybody flower for Mothers
Day. the Mirror proposes that the inmates sub
scribe to what shall be known as the mothers
Day Flower Fund" each man contributing as
much as he feels able, anywhere from ten cents to
dolar-no more, no less. If there is more
money subscribed than will be required to pur-
chase the flowers each subscriber will be assessed
pro rata, and in that case, will only be charged
the amount necessary to defray the expense in
Cured.
We have not the least doubt that several
times the amount necessary will be subscribed to-
morrow Friday) morning. Each officer will be
provided with blank, and those desiring to join
this honor list should go to the guard on duty in
their shop at once and enter their name, register
number and the amount they desire to give.
We do not believe it will be necessary for us to
say more on this subject We believe the result
OF this appeal will open the eyes of the outside
world and give IL better understanding of the
men shut-in. Remember, the contributions must
be made voluntarily. You will not be asked to
contribute by anyone; you must 60 to your officer
and state to him your DESIRE
The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1914-04-30

film producers will 60 in order to procure the
most sensational Subjects They know how anxious
the public is for filth: how people will crowd
theatres where such pictures are shown in prefer
ence to those producing legitimate and educational
programs; and in order to cater to this sensation
loving multitude, the picture are willing to 60
just as far as they can, within the law.
One of the most daring as we'll as astonishing
propositions in this line, came to our notice the
other day; also in the columns of the Billboard
it reads:
"Las week Thomas Luce, of the Mutual Film
Company, Kay-Bee and Broncho brands, offered Eve
Ign Nesbit mot Thaw any more) $4,000 to
pose chief actress in film covering her past life.
Elaborate plans have been consumated to reproduce
the tragedy Madison Square Roof Garden the trial.
Thaw at Matteawan, his escape and recapture; STAN
ford Whites mirror bedroom, and other details. Mr..
Delmas Thaw's lawyer, has agreed pose in his
part of the enterprise
Evelyn IS eager take the ofer but for certain
contractura has yet signed. Her contract
with omstock & Gest, theatrical producers lives
til July g. New York censors say the film would be
barred in that city, and Chicago says mo
answer until we the films -
We do not wonder that the New York censors
say the films cannot be exhibited there; and it's
mighty safe betting that Chicago will take the
same stand. Every city and town in the country
should.
If the film producers are wise they will cease
attempting to foist such disreputable truck on
their now very generous patrons and devote their
energies toward presenting subjects of legitimate,
entertaining and enlightening character. They
are reaping rich harvest from the movie mad"
public, which will stand for great deal, but if
they persist in going too far, the bottom will drop
out of the and the goose that lays the golden
egg will founder from over feeding
If the censors permit such pictures the
Evelyn Nesbit Thaw nightmare to be produced,
the country surely has need for another Carrie
Nation to WELD trusty axe on offending cameras.
The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1914-04-30

PRETTY, little Florence Macbeth, Minnesota's
fair nightingale, scored distinct success in her
appearance with the Chicago Grand Opera Com
pany at st. Paul last week, and we wonder little
that the entire state rises to applaud it's talented
daughter. Miss Macbeth is just on the threshold
of a fame that is sure to be world wide; and UNI
less greatly mistaken, the time is not far
distant when all America will take as much de-
light in calling her our own" as Minnesota does
today. Our only regret is that we shut-ins could
not have shared in the treat she bestowed upon
the people of St. Paul.
The mirror. (Stillwater, Minn.) 1894-1925, 1914-04-30
. e ID T 0 II / A l. -.
WILL YOU BUY A FLOWER FOR
MOTHER?
MOTHER?

OW many men are there in this institution
who will join with us in contributing to
fund to provide flowers to be worn by the
inmates in honor of the memory of our
mothers at the special Mothers Day SER
vices to be held at both prisons a week
from next Sunday? Or rather, how
many are there here who would refuse to
contribute, or wear flower on that day?
For the first time in the history of a
penal institution far as we know
we are going to observe Mothers Day,
just as it is intended that it SHOULD be
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21

manner I had been dlsloyal 70 the
company. so TOOK THE MAT
TER UP WITH MR.. kEMPSTER,
THE GENERAL MANAGER,
AND FOUND. TO MY SUR
PRISE, THAT THE REASON
FOR MY DISCHARGE WAS
THAT I HAD SIGNED THE
HAMILTON RECALL.
I HAD signed the Hamilton re-
call. and I thought ! was doing
right by so doing.
A few days after had signed
the recall Mr.. MEMS, superlnten-
dent OF employment, presented
me with piece OF paper from
MIR. Dsbney. the treasurer. re-
questing that sign the same.
which. after some consideration
on my part. ! consented TO do, as
/ thousht that II | did not | might
lose my job.
But when signed this paper.
which was a request TO take my
name off OF the recall, made
the statement that, even though |
was compelled to sign that piece
OF paper. II would not pre-
vent me from voting as | saw fit
on next November 3.
! am an old man now, 6s year,
Of age. and ! find IL hard TO Get a
Job on account OF my age and
civil service.
have tried hard to be rein
stated with the company. but they
only put me off from day to day,
and now ! am appealing TO your
kindness to assist me In this
matter.
In one OF my talks with Mr..
Richardson, superintendent Of
railways. ABOUT getting back with
the company, made the remark
that II would ra.Sme necessary
for me to advertise myself a little
BIT In order that my friends would
know the predieam-nt In which
was placed.
A few days after this converse
tlon Mr.. kempster sent for me
and wanted to know what
meant by advertising.
HE WANTED TO KNOW " I
INTENDED TO TAKE THE
MATTER UP WITH THE LA
Dor TEMPLE AND WITH THE
STAR.
told him that at that time /
had not thought Of doing so, but
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21
THE CONFESSIONS OF A Wife

took her airing.
Dick did not come with your
he asked rather wiHtrully.
No. Dad. but n you want MIN
! know he'll come Immediately.
NO. guess don't really want
him. Margie. but this dying IN
mighty lonesome buAiness. my
girl"
! looked up quickly. bad never
been sure before that Dad had
known he was dying.
Il guess one grows TO exaggerate
ones Importance aA one realizes the
time In coming when one viii b.
OF no importance" he said quiz.
xicaily with little smile BE.
cause | am going 10 leave this
earth very shortly IL sometimes
seems TO me as though my entire
family should stop IT'S affairs and
watch the sands OF life ebb."
We will. dear. W. will II II will
make you any happier" said as
choklngly grasped his limp hand.
1T wont. my dear. II won't I'm
just trying 90 express TO you how
the ego IL fighting what II knows
10 be a losing battle"
Dear. dear Dad wonder II he
ever read that immortal story OF
Tolstoy's Death OF ivan
Hitch" His passing makes me
think OF that wonderful picture
drawn by the Russian genius Of
man who. taking n long while TO
die. In hurt becaus. those about
him are more Interested In living
! expect that when the summons
comes W. will all feel that our
going In the most important thing
the world can know-and that the
sun doea not stop shining or chill.
dren laughing in Its warm light will
seem tcartless.
Poor. dear old Dad wish |
could spare him this which must
come To most sensitive souls.
To be continued tomorrow
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21
Copyright. 1914, by the Newspaper
EnterprIse Association

Copyright. 1914, by the Newspaper
Enterprise Assoelatlon.l
| feel awfully sorry for Moeisr
waverly. think for the nrst
time she has realized that poor
old Dad Ia not going 10 get veal
went over there yesterday
morning as soon as | got home and
found Dad very comfortable. but
growing gradually weaker. Moher
Waverly was almost In a state of
collapse and when she saw mo she
flung her arms about me and aid:
"Margie. didn't Dick come with
YOU"
No, dear. he will not be hon q
for "A week or two yet-he has a
number OF other places TO go lon
this trip.
Does Dick know how slek his
father is" she again asked.
Yes, | think he does"
lis Il possible that my son
knows that his father Is or. his
death bed and yet he stays away
from home7" Mrs. waverly asked
tremhlingly.
The doctor tells us that Dad Ia
Ia no immediate danger OF dying.
| answered. and although Dick
would like to be home. his duty TO
the living makes Il imperative that
he should be away at this time"
felt as said this that Il was
cold comfort 10 the dazed and
despairing woman looking to me
for some CLEAN OF hope | wont
over and put my arms about her
and said. What can do for YOU
mother. DEAR n YOU feel ahle Ill
AJAX Ellene 10 send around ono oi
her cars 10 take us out for a ride
this afternoon"
DO you think father Il vel
enough for me % do IL" she asked
pathetically. I'D hate TO have
him AJAX for me and mad was not
here. Oh Margie. Margte. wha'
will I do when I cant hear hin
CALI
Il am sure. Dad VIII be glad tc
have you 10 for q little whoe and
I'll telephone to Eliene right
away"
or course. Eliene was delighted
10 send a car and offered TO come
herself and take the twins for an
airing AZ the same time
THAT will be fire. for ! am sure
| that babies will interest mother
when nothing else will and n you
20 with mother | can stay with
Dad" After had seen them
start I went to Dad while the nurse
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21
BY CHARLES r. pATTEN
Manager OF the Atlas Lumber Co.

The eight.hour law is bound to cut down
the wages of worklngmen M II will cause more
people to be- employed for the same amount OF
work.
In piece work. as In shingles. laborerS.
working fewer hours would get less pay.
Competition with other states having no
eighthour laws. will drive many industries out
OF this state. The lumber business. already ser.
iousy crippled. will be unable TO stand the extra
burdens OF the eighthour day. The fish industry
mi ba in the same serious condition
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21

Total subscription to the conven-
lions fund has reached sits.sst
G. II. Yandeli, secretary OF the
Chamber OF Commerce. Is conf
dent the desired $4,000 will be
secured In few days.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21
A LETTER TO STAR
FROM UNCLE JOHN
CONTINUED From Page ~

But during the month OF August
Of this year I was called into Mr..
hilison's office and discharged on
the grounds OF being disloyal TO
the company's best interests.
But Mr.. Allison could not. or at
least would not. tell me In what
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21

after that talk with Mr.. Kemp.
ster ! decided TO take the matter
up with The Star. because I.
thought that II they were afraid.
Of The Star, that The Star would
be the proper people to whom l.
should 90.
Believing that you are always
fighting for the common peoples
cause. ! submit this story to you,
asking you to help me II you can.
(Signed) JOHN CLARK,
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21
COMPANY MUST PAY

A verdict Of $4,000 was rendered
yesterday by Jury in Judge Hum.
phries' court in favor OF John NJ
Bemis aginst the Puget Sound
Traction. Light a Power Co.
bemis was injured while attempt.
ing TO board Yesler way car.
about a year ago.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21
~ DR.. THERESA MCMAHON

AssIstant Profcksor OF POLITICAL Science, q. OF w.
Tho eight-hour law W III create prosperity
passing more Jobs around and relieving the prob
lem OF the unemployed II the hours OF labor
arc shortened. there will be people
ploycd.
The eighthour law will increase the effci-
ency OF labor and therefore wages will not he
decreased. A human machine Ia capable OF
much and no more. The human machine eau
give good service for eight hours. II loses
efficiency IL Il IL worked longer
The elght.hour lav il bound 20 be adopted
In every state. II Ia snre 20 come Washington
should be among the first instead OF the last.
Oregon is voting the same measure at the
same time we.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21

experiments Of less competent doctors
have shown you the NEED OF the Ac-
TtAL EXPERIENCE OF a REAL. LIVE.
RECOGNIZED Specialist
Remember. EXPERIENCE does away
with experiments"
I CURE Recent or Chronic Disorders
OF the Blood. Nerves and Vital organs.
plies and other Rectal Troubles; Kidney
and Bladder Disease Eczema. Rheuma-
tism Varieose Veins.
See for yourself that MY WAY Is an
EASY and QUICK way out Of your trou-
hle Free examination. Can 10 TO s.
Evenings 90 s. sundays 10 40 - noon
only
This 10 the only sffice N the city
WHARF you meet the same man you
IN the picture. In the office. and who
personally stands back of every promise
and guarantee
Consultation free Call or write today
.s..a.., a. ,ha unnarannabla sin
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21

An EASY way.
because I say.
make your own
terms.
A QUICK way.
because | KNOW
HOW and have
PROVED 1T by
G u Rim G HUN
pREpS OF cases
such as yours
during the n years
1 have NJ A u L
GOOD here in the
Northwest
1t is always best
to come 20 me
first. when the
first sy m y I oniS
appear. and be
CURED FIRST.
The next best Is
to come to me
when the doubtful
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21

Samuel I'm talked on Good
Roads" last night to the
Mems club. Pilgrim Congregation
al church. He advocated passage
OF the convict road bin
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21
COMEDY AT cLEmmsR

COMEDY AT CLEMMsR
Those who want comedy should
70 TO the Ciemmer and see The
Fable OF the Long Range Lover and
the Lallypalooxe." by George AIDE
and Percy Pimpernickel-Sou
brette." showing what might be
possible 80 years ahead
Dramatic offerings on today
new bill include "Mareea. the Eos.
ter Mother" showing how a won.
an was friend indeed, and The
Letter That Never Came Out" a
mystery OF love and politics.
clemmer Until Saturday Night
The Long Range Lover and the
Lallypsiooze." George AIDE fable
comedy: Percy Pimpernickel--
Soubret,e." comedy. "Marees. the
Foster Mother" drama THE Let
ter That Never Came Out.
drama.
Colonial Until Saturday Night
Trapped by the Flames" cur
rent chapter of The Million Dol
lar Mystery. An Embarrassing
Predioament." Selig comedy: "Un.
der False Colors." vitagraph com.
edy. "Hearst.Selig News Pictorial. "
Class A Until Saturday Night
The Criminal Code" four part
feature.
Circuit Until Saturday Night
His Fnther's SON. two-part
Victor drama: "perils OF Pauline. .
current installment; Secret Serv.
ice Snltzy," Sterling comedy .
"Mary's Convert" Imp drama
Grand Until Saturday Night
The Mystery OF Edwin brood.
five-part drama.
Alaska All Week
The Typhoon.' drama; Colonel
Heeza Liar" comedy; Pathe's
Daily News.
Melbourne All Week
MY Official Llfe.' drama: You
Never Can Tell and who Got
Stung7" comedies.
Mission All Week
Burning Daylight" Jack Lon
don drama.
a= a-=--------
Alhsmbra Until Wednesday Night
THE Painted Hills" two-pari
drama: Animated Weekly and a
comedy.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21
RESIDENCE THEATRES


The Trey o. Hearts, No. -
two parts; The Aztec Treasure.
two.part drama; The Proof of a
Man" drama; Hypnotic Power"
comedy.
At the Pleasant Hour Until Friday
THE Trey o. Hearts" No. l. two
parts. THE Storm Bird" drama;
THE Seat OF the Trouble" com.
edy, The F'lirt," comedy.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21
PLAYS FATHER AND SON

Warren kerrigan. Mary Pickford.
Pearl White and Ford Sterling are
four stars that appear In different
pictures. starting today, at the New
Circuit
His Fathers Son" dramatic
two.part Victor. has the unique
feature OF a man playing the part
OF his own father.
Kerrigan IL the lead.
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21
EIGHTH0UR BILL MEANS MORE JOBS SAYS ONE DEBATER;
ITALS0 MEANS LOWER WAGES IS COMEBACK OF the OTHER

univ debaed Luncheon CONNER
y o the o. supporting measure
A r
p o tho points bob out yeua
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21
DR.. MACY, Specialist

In Advanced Methods
1918 Second Ave, seattle. Wash.
Opposite the Rhodes Co. opposite Arcade
entrance
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21

FGATUH6 FILMS Al CLASS -
The Criminal Code" a fourreel
production by William Fox under
the Balboa brand. Is to be seen at
the Glass A theatre the balance OF
this week. The master crook OF a
cruel conspiracy adopts fugitive
orphaned girl. eduestes her and
then forces her 10 steal. Finally.
In desperation. she stabs him and
escapes. He RECEIVERS and causes
her arrest
She In placed on trial and vindi.
Gates herself In n most astounding
manner. The Glass A will here.
after make a speciality OF blk fes-
ture attractions rather than the
usual program composed OF short.
er reels
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21
GIRL IS TAKEN
PRISONER At
MASQUE BALL

Today the Colonial theatre pre-
senta the 18th episode In Harold
MacGraths serial. The Million
Dollar Mystery"
This chapter is called Trapped
by the Flames" and IL a rapid sue
ceAsion OF exciting events.
The Princess PaFiova arrives In
America and the newspapers an
nounce a wonderful mask ball TO
be given In her honor
Norton and Florence are pleas
antly surprised by Invitations
Unsuspected. Braine and Coun-
tess Olga spy on them. In the
Orientanl splendor of the masked
ball. the treachery OF the Black
Hundred stalks Florence IL
seized. her disappesrance is dis.
covered. and excitement prevails.
A terrible explosion follows ana
again Norton IN the hero.
An Embarrassing Predicament.
Selig comedy. shows the funny
side OF trying TO pop the question.
and Under False Colors." another
comedy by the Vitagraph company,
illustrates the danger OF a maid
borrowing her mistress wardrobe.
Interesting world events shown In
the Hcarst.SeIig News Pictorial
The Seattle star. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1899-1947, 1914-10-21

Alhambra Until Wednesday Night
THE Painted Hills" two-part
drama. Animated Weekly and a
comedy.