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Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16
Queries and Answers
biographical.

Please state for the main facts in the
hVes or James and Erastus Brooks
r. f. TYLER.
James Brooks born at Portland. Me, No
lege and became teacher and later became
correspondent for several papers and Is gen
orally sald to have originated the system OF
Washington correspondence. Mr.. Brooks was
n member of the Maine Legislature in 1895 and
sent from Europe the series of interesting let
published that year and in 1896 in the
Portland Advertiser. In the latter year he estab-
lished the New York Express, which attained
great influence and circulation and was twice
in Congress, lS49-lS53 and lS65-1S71. Erastus
Brooks was born at Portland, Me-, January 81
1915. He began work In store and studied
night school. and became printer and pub
lished the Yankee ut Wiscasset, Me- He studied
at Brown University and taught at Havarhll.
where he also edited the Gazette. In 1896 he
became Washington correspondent Of the New
later acquired interest in the EXPRESS lust
established by his brother, James, and from
that time was one of the owners and editors
He twice member OF the New York State
Senate and candidate for the rovernorship in
1856
An Address
will you publish address of Thomas F. Ryan?
F. A. r.
SIS Fifth Avenue. New York City
Ishmnel.
Please tell what statesman Mrs E D. N
Southworth meant by her character. Ishmael.
c. H. -
1t does seem to be clearly known
PhonoErnph.
How long has the principle embodied in the
monograph been known
EDWARD F. BOWEN
For more than 1000 years
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Typhoid Fever Preventable

Four hundred thousand persons in
ca IA itatcd and $4,000 lives lost-this
is the heavy toll cxac,ed in tho United
States each year by the scourse OF
typhoid fever. And typhoid fever is
a prcvcntablc disease!
a recent bulletin OF the United
States Public Health Service. entitled.
Typhoid Fever: It's Causaton and
Prevention" states that within the
past ten years few OF our communities
having as many as 1000 persons have
remained free from this disease for
any period OF twelve consecutive
its prevalence for the United States
"a whole has been from two TO five
times as high rs in some OF the coun-
tries of Europe. In these European
countries the typhoid rate was former
~ higher than the present figures for
lions in the ravages of the disease
have been brought about by improve
mcnts in sanitary conditions.
In many American cities there has
occurred within the last twenty years
"A considerable reduction of typhoid
fever Due in a large part to improved
sanitary conditions in the cities. the
typhoid rate for some entire States
has shown material decrease.
Practical and efficient measures for
the prevention Of typhoid fever are
definitely known. but the efforts to
get the people OF the average self
governing community to carry out
these measures to n reasonable ex-
tent are oftcntimes decidedly expert
mental In character. In many in
stances the cost of modern sanitary
improvements has been an obstacle IN
| the way of typhoid prevention. 1t is
often difficult to convince the gov
erning authorities that money e3-
pended in the protection OF the public
health yields large dividends
In rural communities and small mu-
inequalities another factor-the in
struction and cooperation Of the in
dividual property owner-enters into
the problem. Here every home must
have it's own method Of sewage dis
posal. and in most cases its own water
supply.
In recent years n specific method for
, increasing individual resistance to ty-
is known as anttyphoid incubation
or vaccination" This method has
been used extensively in military
CARNATIONS of the United States. and
! from the results obtained. it appears
that inoculated persons are. upon equal
exposure to typhoid infection, less
than one-fourth as likely to develop
the disease s those who have not
been inoculated and who have pre-
duration Of protection given by inocu-
lation has not been determined, hut
is supposed to be about two years.
1t is pointed out, however. that the
protection given by antityphoid inocu-
lation Is relative, not absolute and
| that such incubation is not to be re-
garded as substitute for sanitation,
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16
Presidential Conventions Next Year

F the Progressives hold together as a party,
1 there will be more regular national
convention next year than heretofore The
first national convention Of the Progressives
was not regular. 1t bolt, although it's
leaders did not regard il.
1t is too early to predict which party will
lead off in nominations, but the party in
power usually opens the game. There have
been some exceptions. Buchanan was Presi-
dent when the Republicans nominated Lin
coin at Chicago in May, $50 the party in
power holding off until June. Cleveland was
President in 1896 when the Republicans nom
mated Mckinley at st. Louis in June. the
party in power following a few weeks later
in July.
Here is another interesting popularity in
national politics. 1t is conceded that there
are moro Democrats in the country than
there are Republicans, but there. or have
been more delegates in Republican national
conventions than were in the national con-
rentions of the Democratic party The Re-
publican convention in 1916. the basis of
representation agreed upon by that party's
national committee in 1913. ratified since by
most of the Republican State conventions
will have 9S1 delegates. the number of
Southern delegates being decreased by
sevcnty-six. OF the 4o1 voters necessary to
nominate, the New England and other East
States will cast 800 votes. The solid
South will have 1852 votes.
The number of delegates to the Democratic
national convention will probably remain
about the same as in 1912. The Progress
sives have not yet progressed far enough
10 agree upon basis OF representation. In
1912 the bolt was for the purpose OF naming
a man who had been tentatively agreed upon
before the boilers assembled.
The selection Of a convention city is de-
cided upon early in the year OF the election
1t has been suggested that the Dcmocra IS
meet in Chicago, and the Republicans will
most likely do likewise. If the Progressives
hold fast, they almost sure TO herd in the
same city as matter Of sentiment for It
was in that city that the christening of the
party took place.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16
Let Your Light So Shine

TT has become custom for every community
to have day distinguished from the or
binary day Richmond's Dollar Day IS
famous. Its results have been mutually
beneficial. The Boston Globe suggests that
every day should be advertising day 1t
is so. But the proposition should be accent
uated. Every day should something
worthy done, commercially and socially
The American has become a publicity
man. He has something to say that is worth
while every day.
II is not definitely known when ADVERTISING
started 1t was in vogue not as it is in this
age in London more than 500 years ago
China had newspapers thousands OF years
ago. II is not likely that they were confined
entirely to the teachings OF Confucius and
the progress that labor making on the
construction OF the great wall. There must
nave been something that correspondent with
modern Advertising
Every American knows that the successful
business men Of this country attributed their
commercial growth TO judicious ADVERTISING
The spirit is spreading. Every day is adj
vcrtisng day.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16
Business and Pleasure

2 ETTER ACQUAINTANCE WEEK has its
u real inception to-day. The guests of
the city have been drifting in quietly for the
last twonty-four hours, but from now on the
city is responsible for them--for their
safety. comfort. happiness and profit
After all. this is a business enterprise, in
. setting OF friendship. Richmond wants the
merchants OF the South TO do business with
this distinctively Southern city. but only be-
cause the relation is profitable TO all CON
ccrncd Visitors are due to have n mighty
good time, but their visit will lose its signif-
canoe unless they can be impressed with the
truth that here is where they should buy
their goods.
There will be plenty OF time for entertain
ment-for frolic and fun--and to do business
as we'll. Meanwhile, all Richmond welcomes
these visitors very heartily. and urges that
they enjoy themselves TO their hearts content.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16
A Richmond Strutcgist.

To tho Editor OF The Times Dispatch
Sir.--I have been close observer Of the pres
ont gigantic conflict raging in Europe. and think
that in order TO turn the issue in favor of the
entente allies against the Germans in
their present in Polish Russia that
Great Britain and allies should concon-
trate all available strength. land and sea on
the Galpoli Peninsula, and force the Turks
from their fortfcations This will be done AT
a most fearful sacrifice of and means bur
it can; and must he done if success shall attend
the allies. If this he possible and il is believed
il is, then the Balkans Will be al once forced
into active alliance with them the whole
status Will he changed, and the German drives"
ag1,inst the Russians will be brought to stand
Still. If not to less Importance. II would relieve
Russia vastly and transfer the scene of con
fict 10 another quarter. either to Serbia and
Austria. o: 20 France and Belgium The fall
Of Of The Dardanellcs would open the way to Con
sSiack Sea ports to commerce. and give Russia
a chance TO ship her vast accumulat ton of wheat
to Western Europe. 1t is absolutely essential
to the peace and future welfare of the civil
lied world, that German dcspotic militarism"
and so-cailcd "Kultnr" shall he defeated
Richmond Va. August IL. 1915
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16
Scope Of the Junior College

CALIFORNlA and Missouri were the first
~ States to give official recognition to the
Junior college. Virginia is the third That
the SYSTEMS merit is appreciated is found in
the fact that there are to-day ten of these
colleges i'll this State. Two OF the elements
Of the work OF these schools, the domestic
and the artistic training. are strong factors
III national education. was shown in the
article by Professor Davis in yesterday S
Tines Dispatch.
The junior college is institution Offering
at least TWO years Of college work In prac-
tice. II usually offers four years of high school
work and TWO OF college work covering
thirty session hours for the junior college
diploma. The University of Chicago gave the
FIRST impetus to the movement in dividing its
courses into the junior college and the senior
college courses, and in recognizing certain
institutions as doing the junior college work
Virginia is reaping dividends in her invest
mcut.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16
EntitIed 10 Rcvcrencc

The landladY observed With regret that the
star boarder eating.
What's the matter. Mr.. Smith," she asked,
socitousy. Don't YOU like the chicken"
Il not only like it, Mrs. Hirates, replied tho
person addressed. but reverence It. In fact, II
is the venerable age OF this bird and the re-
spec, thus inspired that urge me TO keep my
distance
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16
The Real Sufferer.

Grubbs-Jinks says he doesn't believe in this
superstition about Friday. the 18th. He says
he spent that day explaining strategy to n
party of friends and had no bad luck whatever.
Stubbs-of course he didn't. but IL you want
real views the subject suppose you
inquire OF tho friends.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

Well said the dealer the prospective
customer. whom he had failed to convince that
prices reasonable. you cannot expec, to
get something for nothing
Il don't" replied tho p. c.. but the other
hand don't expect to stand by while you try
to reverse that ancient rule"
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

at every one OF the ports OF the Atlantic Will be
Increased enormously this summer autumn and
winter, ana this In itself will furnish great
stimulus for general Observation-Disclosures ton
Post.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16
Modern Horrors.

The ancient heroes rocked with luck
That's quite unknown these days
They never found they had been stuck
With plaster Paris bays.
THE TATTLER
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16
Sill There.

Let him that is without SIM the first
stone. repeated the dominic. Then he
moved his specs and wpnE them, remarked:
"As passed 1t this morning, brethren. / O.
ticcd that the rock pile has dimnishc cd since
| here twenty years ago.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16
SONGS AND SAWS
Fair Warming.

Fnir Warming.
Dear father" said tho little
boy,
why do you read that
stupid book?
That you Its solemn words
enjoy
can deduce from your
pleased look
But you had best your
ardor check,
Or you will fall and break
your neck"
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16
Chats With Virginia Editors

The ancient gentleman who presdes the
editorial columns of the Farmvile Herald finds
II hard TO keep up, or catch up with the times.
Here is his latest wall: AN hour day with
successful farmer of the old school is better
than a session at tho twentieth century demon
stration school. Governor H. c. Stuart is rails
ing no broader-backed cattle in this the TWEEN
tieth century than did the Stuarts. the Floyds,
kcnts. Bowens, ctid omne, OF the last century.
Neither the methods nor the morals OF by-eone
days altogether bad
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

The Kaiser promises peace in October. IF
It is 10 be the same brand that he talked
about when he invaded Belgium the gift
won't be very welcome
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

The Washington Post thinks that the Mexi-
cans themselves soon as they arc relieved
Of the terrorism of guerrilas, will help TO
dispose Of the professional disturhers From
the frying pan into the fire.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16
Foreign
Call for
Wheat

the prices Tor these commodities at home but
at the same time the gathering and transporta-
ioh or the crop will furnish employment to
thousands and bring millions of money into the
country. Uncle Sam. the biggest of the
heu'rals and the best providcr for his peo-
pie. welcomes the world to the endowment OF
his bountes-New York Sun.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16
Every Day i Thanksuiyinp DIV

. their fruits are men known If the
- nation is q be Judged by its fruit belt
the United Slatts. has reached the top notch
OF excellence In corn, wheat and cotton and
other staples, the land is blest They are
the essentials. Ii there is a necessary luxury,
j, is fruit
Chicago has just had its fruit week. The
retailers assisted by the Woman's City Club.
co-operatcd ana brought down the prices with
INC result that canning week followed The
demand taxed the can industry 10 its limit.
4he particular fruit doomed was the peach.
Apple Week comes next
In the august crop forecast, peaches and
apple did not receive the notice ,hoy de-
served The crop OF the former is beyond
~" average The yield is 10000 600 bushels
Las year il was $4,000. 900 bushels Tho
apple crop is estimated as 265.Ooo. 900
bushels which IS $4,000 900 under the 1914
crop on, 'Ae present harvest exceeds that
Of 1913
Every day in this srea, land is Thanks.
giving Day
Mos, Of me war orders now coming in viii,
not swell! he dividends OF the industries fur.
n.ahng the goods until the war is over But
labor wants IS whack now. and in most
ca'es il is getting what il demands.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

The allies have ordered 1000 900 600 Amer
lean Cigarettes says the Norfolk Ledger Dis
patch, and here is shipment of deadly
weapons 10 which Germany will not object"
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

OF play do not kill it, But in This instance
such production as Under Fire must in
crease the bitterness which the present ad-
ministration is sincerely endeavoring to re-
duceI There arc enough vital questions In
connection with the European war already
and there will be others before peace can
come, without creating scenes and situations
which are largely those OF tho playwright's
fancy.
Any drama that vsualizes the tragedy OF
Belgium must nflame the public. The ma
jority that patronizcs the theater does not
analyze plots. 1t takes what ii sees ut its
face value. 1t embraces the opportunity of
making trouble and the pro-German con-
tingent in America is looking for dynamite.
Under Fire" is described as blood chilling.
even agoniZing. II is full of menace. If
there were censor of plays in New York
who would pay half the attention TO such
productions as the police pay to salacous
and suggestive drama, Under Fire, Judged
from what the critics say about it, would not
have been put on. Ten years hence it might
pass Produced now. it is n lighted match
i'll close proximity 20 a powder mill.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

Missouri is 10 have fried chicken dav"
Hog and hominy with sorghum on the side
used 10 be considered good enough in the old
pawpaw State.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

South Boston has gotten quite a boost by
voting bonds for water works and other i'm
provements. concerning which the Halifax Ga
zctte says: Let's not fail to take every adj
vantage of this boost, and strive to he the
OF town want outsiders think we
already Voting for sl25,0o0 worth Of
bonds at such a time this, when tho whole
country is crying hard times. shows that the
people of South Boston have unlimited faith in
the future OF the town. and a place with such
n feeling behind II cannot fail but to grow
and prosper
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

indianapolis is rehcarsing the nut sundac
step. in order 10 fall in when Prohibition cap
lures the city.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

The shell game in the old circus DAYS wa
deprecated, hut since the European war
has become d grca, industry
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

me high price OF existence has hit Norwa
"hc is sending TO the United States for prunc
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

One OF the trees in New Jersey to which
Washington hitched his horse is to be cut
down Ii this is to be the fate Of every tree
TO which the Father of His Country tied up,
the Forestry Department will have to get
busy in order Ia save the woods in the terri
tory through which G. w passed.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16
Current Editorial Comment

At present the opposition to
Mr.. Wilson is sadly destitute OF
issues, the poverty OF the Re-
publicans being no less wretched
than the poverty Of the Progress
siNnG THAI &c vi IL 1 hc La q
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

And Roanoke, too. has had to tumble to the
racket. The Times says: That the jitneys
could continue to at will around Roa-
noke streets. picking up nickels here and there
without further regulation than exists at pres
ent, not TO he expected. Hence the an
nounccment that Council will shortly take up
the problem of drafting ordinance that will
be fair TO the jitncy and at the same
time put necessary restrictions the opera
ton of this new species of common carrier that
has appeared among us, will not a
surprise to those most concerned to the pub
lie a; large
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

VINO began The way has been thrashed out.
inc question now is. who viii end It?
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16
Patronage
rs an
Issue

discussion OF principles At the Bull Moose in
quest hearty and human desire to obtain
the Offices that other people holding may
nc strong enough 70 sustain party orga niza-
ton. IL may be strong enough TO tempt third
party leaders who hope for them
selves in going IL alone. But national
paiSn requires something more for Its success
than an appetite for power and patronage
New York World.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

a member Of the City Council In Newport
News offered TO contribute 800 get the edi-
of the Daily Press of that city Of town.
and correspondent OF the paper wants to
know IL il Is worth 800 to that member OF the
Council to get rid OF the editor for turning
tho light how much Is it worth to the tax
payers to keep him? 1t would us that
II II is worth 500 to the Councilman to get rid
Of the editor, II ought TO be worth easily that
much to the taxpayers TO get rid Of the Coun-
cilnlan.--Chasc City Progress.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

Whilc reports Indicate a heavy
crop in some Of tho wheat-pro-
ducing sections Of Europe. there
must still be a great demand for
American wheat and other food
StuffS 'Ehis 1lnina n L IL a Inc rl,I Go
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

Published every day in the ycnr by The
Times Di>pntch Publishing Company, Inc. Adj
dress NIL commu mentions to THE TIMES-DIS-
PATCH. Times Dispatch Building. 10 South
Tenth Street Richmond, NR.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

The slogan this year" says the Clinch Val
ley News, has been all over the South raise
things meaning all necessary supplies for the
farm and home, for and beast, and some
thing 10 all Certainly true II would
be this year, that to raise things has been a
casy matter. If sister counties and States
have had anything equal TO what have had
here. every farmer will raise something over
and above his needs this year"
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

Please state for the main facts in the
lives Of James and Erastus Brooks
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

England imports so per cent
The World OF her wheat supply and 40 per
Must cent OF her meat supply. If 1t
Economic were not lot nei controi OF the
seas. she would be at the mercy
Of any enemy who could
time to stop mportatiOns of needful food. So
many have gone into the armies from the
farming lands Of the countries at war that
inevitable shortage of both bread and meat is
predicted for the years 1916 and 1917. What
the consequences of such a condition Will be Is
matter OF grave apprehension. There are
astutc observers who believe that the question
o! food supply Will be the dominating factor
In bringing about peace. Unfed soldiers
fight In late speech the English Chan
ccllor OF the Exchequcr. Mr.. McKenna, so
far declare that extravaganza was crime
philadelphia Record.
With all their known dislike
Virginia's OF the provisions OF the NUM-
Co,l lions recently passed by the
ron,.uo. Parliament every week will wit
ness the enlistment OF hundreds
of miners. and as long the
war lasts there Will be steady diminution
| In tho numbers OF the skilled workers in the
mines. and the production OF coal in Great Brit
ain cannot be increased during the term
OF the war The cal! upon the coal supplies
OF the Atlantic Coast ports OF the United States
will therefore become much urgent. and
! tho coal carrying roads OF Virginia. West Vir-
ginia Maryland and Pennsylvania must immedi-
} 10 required to transport. The export shipments
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-08-16

with all their known dislike
OF the provisions Of the NUM-
lions act recently passed by the
Parliament. every week will wit
ness the enlistment OF hundreds