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Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
The Voice Of the People
VII, Not Lease tn. On. works.

To hc Editor Of The Times Dispatch.
Slr.-lt has given me u great deal OF plclsur"
read the propositions OF the southern Gas
and Electric Corporation a. published in The
Times Dispatch. With great many of
neigh boris and business associates. hav. found
food for reflection as we'll a. discussion.
Those with whom have talked TINS sub
jert "nnuur in the opinion that the city would
d" we'll to seriously consider the LEASING ot III"
gas property To private Interests 10 he operated
Tor the benefit OF the cts we'll as for thus.
VII" would conduct TIA" operation; only few
ycarS issued bonds to the amount OF
SGUDD0o. the proceeds TO h. spent in the
hahilitaii"u OF our Gas Works hs ! understand
it. about to consider another iSSu"
- hOndS u like greater amount. in order
gas system be brought up to
present requirements. would lay stress
present and future requirements. OF
course, - keep issuing
bonds and spending more "f the citNS money
gas service to-day is very poor. ana 1t has
been for TWO three years. Then why not
let have private operation" II this Southern
Gas and Electric Corporation viii agree to
ext tend the mains. give Il good quality
OF Gas and reduce the price. such reductions
are made possible. again. why LEASE
" nave public hearing. in which We can hear
ARGUMENTS for and against The proposition now
before the Common Council Tn" company asks
for a the. part of the people. This seems
/" d" fair aud square way ~ goima abom'
This matter. y THINKING CITIZEN.
Nichmond February Il. 1918.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

there is no reason on earth why merchant
men should not arm. They lose nothing
absolutely by that precaution. and II is CON
ccivable that they may in some manner save
themselves by the destruction OF their as
sailant
Ordinarily. merchant vessels i'll times OF
war safer when they are unarmcd Never
before has Il civilized nation announced Il
purpose to destroy such craft without saving
their crews. The German cruisers that
preyed on British shipping in the early
months OF the struggle always observed and
respected this principle of humanity. Before
the prize was sent to the bottom its crew and
passengers were transferred always to an
other vessel and permitted in some other way
10 reach land and safety.
Resistance offered by merchantmen TO
IL warships attack would be folly. under nor
mai circumstances. 1t is the attitude Of des
pcration. and never would be adopted de-
liberately were any other tactics possible.
But Germany makes any other tactics i'm
possible. The merchant vessel knows it is
10 he torpedoed on sight and that it would
not be spared even if it entirely help
less. Why should il not mount few quick
iirerS and take the chance of beating of the
enemy. or, at least. it sinks beneath the
waves. Of avenging its own destruction?
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

to extravaganza and waste. Ana worst OF all
we are tr"ndng in the domain Of false ideals
mat atrophy the very spirit of ndivduuism
which is the life and soul of free government
ana human progress. II Is getting so that
scarcely the men of any vocation. trade or pro-
fcssion feel that they can succeed OF their nwu
efforts They must have some government sun
port or protection 10 keep possible compe Il ors
suppressed The man who To be srlf-
rciani ana independent is apt to find himself
restricted by the obstacles imposed by those who
secure governmental aid and protcction-IIous-
1870
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
Aiming Of Merchant lc...l.

r HERE is no validity ia the German
! test against The alleged aiming nv ,hc
British government OF certain Of It's mcrcban,
vessels. BEFORE this practice had been i'm
pu'ed TO Britain some British mcrcb.u,,,o,,
had been torpedoed by submarines ,yi,ho.,.
the formality of "A search. and win mo- o,,,,,r
tunity given for the escape OF officers Ana
crews
With this policy NOT only pu' INTO olfec,
bnt proclaimed to the world BY Ccrm.ny
-
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

King William. az amy rat" - getting ont OF
TN" mud, and II plans to keep out. Says the
West Point News II road supervisors in
King William County keep up :he work through
thc season we'll they have begun H. the
old residents won't know thci: own county roads
by the middle oi summer. Spend whatever
money is necessary To have the roads thoroughly
ir. "cd after each rain. aud ii will L." three
months hcf"rc this county viii he talked fay
"rahly OF all over Tii-watcr Virgin Per
crsSon."
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
Starvation Policy Not IL Novelty

I / is almost amusing to read in some North
L crn newspapers, mingled with their dis
cussions of the British and German replies u
the protests OF this government. expressions
of strongest condemnation of the policy OF
starving out the civil population of one or
the other. or both. bellgerent countries.
The Baltimore News. for example. says
the menace Of starvation for the civil popu-
lation OF Germany is of concern as contrary
to civilized principles" Probably the News
means 'civilized principles Of starvation" for
without the addition of the qualifying phrase.
its criticism would apply without limitation
to the whole conduct by the Federal govern
ment of the War Between the States.
II is true that the Federas adopted in that
struggle method of starvation-that by
blockade-which had received the sanction OF
International law. but in morals. in what
most persons mean when they speak OF
civilized principles and in effect there was
no difference between that policy and the
plans Britain now intends to pursue The
civil population. including the women and
children. Of the Confederacy. felt the menace
OF starvation and actual starvation. as well
far more acutely than the same classes in
Germany are likely TO feel them in the course
of the present war.
Moreover. if the News seeks "a possible in
Spirat of Gcrmunys view OF such mat
ters il may be found in Busch $ 'Bsmarck'
wherein. to the esteemed General Sheridan
oil crow ana haversack memory. is ascribed
the thought that the civil population of con
quered territory should be left nothing save
eyes To weep with Down here in Virginia
there are still persons able and willing to
bear witness that "Dashing phil was pro-
found believer in and fervent practitioner
of his own theory
we are entirely allruistic in the hope that
those who regard General Sheridan as a hero
Will not pipe their lachrymnl glands TOO
'ervently for the civil population of either
Germany or Great Britain. There is enough
hypocrisy produced abroad ia these davs with
out setting up opposition plants ON this side
OF the ocean.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
I,rntcc,Inn OF Ncutrrl puSsrurrr>.

10 nc Editor Of The Things DESPATCH
Sir.-Im This matter OF NI,ng another nations
world 81 present would i not b" feasible for
The ucrCha ntman of II belli",-rnt nation while
living :, large flag OF its to run mp by it's
side :, much smaller la" belonging 10 neutral
nation if i, has board passengers be-
lorein,: 20 that nation. thereby rroc!:timIng TO
In. other vessels the existing conditions"
y SUBSCRIBER.
Richmond February -, 1913.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
Chats With Virginia Editors

ne newspapers has made Presidents. killed
poets ana punished genius with criticism" saws
the 'iordonsville Gazette. 1T has curlailcd tn.
power OF KINGS. converted ba,lSers into pn,,p.rs
ana Eraccd pantry shelves. II has made pa,lners
college presidents ii has educated the poor and
rohbed IN" philosopher ~ his reason: i, smiles
CRIES. ul"S but il can't he run to suit every.
body. ana the man will he crazy who tries
He certainly VIII BE- crazy after a.. has fried
il for few months
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
Current Editorial Comment

tn" first Year az the operation
>i.,;.,,. of the minnesota cugcnc mar
t., riaGc law shows dccrcas" OF
. ''' 1000 in the numhv" OF marriages
f'hSch" La" reported To the authorities. There
several WAYS III which the
figures may be aMalyZ.l. hut they certainly do
not mean that see" persons unfit Tor
rin -, hay" been prevented from mating
according their desire II is too easy 10 &;
elsewhere, wH.r, there no restrictions. and
il IL v:i=ti: cUncciVabl" that many persons en-
tirrly for marriage. rch"llcd against the
y,HnogauC" Of going through the prescribed
formula. 50 long the state is alone in It's
requirements. the success OF III. Law viii depend
upon whether not it will bc able to create
- sentiment favor of marriage. according
tn cU@cuiv chart ana TO make II somewhat OF
g roproach 30 fail 10 meet the provisions OF the
law. Evidently thai evolution has not Yet come
about Right wrcu;s. the idea OF q "ugonc
l,W With respect to matrimony SaVors a tribe
too much 90 stock farm standards TO meet an
prevail ia the minds OF those spreading the sails
pi sentiment catch the breeze blows
toward IT," suusc; red OF natures device Of
romance Columbia State.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

Inc blessings and advantages of country life.
lhr righ cost OF living, about which W.. hear
:" much theS" days, is caused by the high prices
al beet, pork. mutton chickens, eggs wheat
ANA things like those. The farmer can grow
all Tics" things III" hah OF living plays
in;" tn" hands of tn" farmer. lie has ali the
other fellows beat "a mile"
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

Ni'winG the matter from afur. ,hc Al.Nuu-
dria Gazette moralizeS as follows on recent de.
N.iormentS her" in Richmond: There arc some.
however, who prefer TO believe That the lid has
MOI been allowed I" remain OF in the capital
city without the know ledge of some whose duty
il was I" keep down immortality. Those upon
whom a"persi"ns have been east Immediately
appeared with the white roses of Innocence in
their lapelS. We hon" al may prov. tina, the
!i!ucndo"s and whisprrimrs wcr" unfouud"d."
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

't"hhS- Remember pAubcr that artist YOU
aiWaES SAID you would not believe on oath"
Sthnns-Ecry we'll What's happened To him?
GrubhS-Hr has taken To painting pictures Of
aboriginal Indians III. warpath
StubbS-flc ought to succeed M IT, Iic ,lx,vs
was good At drawing the Ions: bow
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
\ Husincss Mnn,un.

He-When YOU going stop all this
i"olishn"Ss and make mp your mind marry
me"
Shc--i haven't decided yet Dad says II is
good policy. when it costs YOU nothing To kcop
open Just as many options $ possible
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
One I'.\rcI,tlpn

This world is full o: funny folks.
W no do a lot of funny things.
fut they do not inclu,i. the van
VINO has a comic song he sings
THE TAT'Tt.t.H
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
Not We, Time TO Cross the Brids.

IVY T. do not understand ,ha, Nayor Airslie
w in asking the Vice Commission for
more detailed report OF the evidence in its
possession designed to commit himself to the
ingenious theory that in The commissions
orlglnal report no charges are made agains,
the administration OF the Police Department,
The Mayor mind is not OF the peculiar tvp,
capable OF reading the document in question
ana reaching that conclusion
We do believe. however. that he was iusri-
hed IN asking for this evidence before taking
further steps 10 bring about IAN investigation
with the Mayor that this evidence should b.
turned over. so that trouble may be spared
ana luthre action wisely guided. In the i'm
pronaD!e event that the commission should
refuse 10 accede 20 his request. the duty OF
me Mayor viii still be clear and plain bur
II certainly Is not necessary TO cross bridg,
mere must be an investigation OF the 20.
nee department The grave doubts cast on
ponce administration and police efficiency bv
ING ice COMMISSIONS findings must be re-
SoIEeu' one wa! or The other. So long as
'he! exist there can be no public confidence
In tn" rightly and impariialiiy of I,w nv
oE sporadic activity against law violations
p"'''c"lar Fp"
~ inc rtror, means anything, il is that
police administration. so far as i, refers
dlsordcFiN houses and so tar as the Police
impartial NO one who is reasonably well
,H"'pp1" "''n'a'l! can study the report with
out finding thar conclusion Irresistible II is
The Vice Commission is comnosnd nr IN
not al all addicted to the intcmpcrato usn az
language. and fully acquainted with the ordin
AIRY meaning and implication Of English
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
lInfnir ADVANTAGE,

crawford-Is he sorry he boastcd much to
his wife about his income?
Crahshaw--I should say he was, She is using
il evidence against him in her suit for
aim ny.--Judgc.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
SONGS AND SAWS
Paradox.

Nhcnr'cr on Congress we reflect
rms thought into our brain-pans pops
ihat Will" II sits it's going fast
hn' when II rises always stops
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
ituNY NlrCntlN.

era wford--So YOU don't think this is the right
time speak abont increasing armamentsr
cr:hsha w-No; we seem To have ali we can
do to supply war materials TO the bclligerents--
Life.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
I'rourrssI,r ANrr,io,,

Does Miss Sweetthing's dog Hike you."
! don't think he docS--yet: but he has
chewed me up a good deal already. and il there
is anything in this doctrine Of acquired tastes
he should he very fond OF in the course OF
time"
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
How He Docs II,

Jones is making money faa; these days How
does he do it,
The time he used TO put in llickina about
being poor he's now putting in working to ge,
rich - Indiana polls Star.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
.ttiuIbinhir,

"Wombat used to lie great outdoor man and
all-around sport. Is he reconcilcd TO married
lifc?"
II think so. J. called him recently ana
foun! him Sitting ashes with old tennis
ct."--fiansas City Journal
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
Spreading IL wI,,,.

Is Jack making Il name
for himself at college,"
II should say he is" re-
piled Jacks father. SO far
as can learn. his name is
ON the books OF every trades
man within ten miles of the
campus"
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
The pcssiniIst Snys:

me 'naa VIII" is always discussing the roibIcs
al others may mean we'll, but there is small
room, in this world for u walking curdlcr of ,b,,
milk of hmmNM Kindness.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

Published every day In the ycnr by The Times
Dispatch Publishing Company. Inc. Address al!
90 ikknnicn tiOns to THE TIMES DtSIA1t Al,
building, 20 South Tenth street.
tichmond, Nn.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
The Unkindcst cut OF All.

Chicago Ncws)
AS II Mexico did not have enough
troubles Of its own. il Is doomed 10
receive Jack Johnson
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

~ statewide primary bill that does moi an
ply To legislative candidates will not fiji the
bill. says the Raleigh, Times 'ro North Caro-
lini tn" Legislature is important than
congress or any other body. Those who believe
IN the rule OF the people should stand shoulder
TO shoulder for Il real primary. II the people
have the means OF selecting the kind of rep
rescntntir.s they want the people will cry
aloud at the results of le;slatiou Democrats
continue To prattlc about the people. Then let
the people rule by giving them the proper sort
of primary That sounds nightly like good.
straight talk 'and, hard common sense
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
IIflflOSSIblC,

"Rcgin nj the bottom and work your way up
Patrick. That is the only way"
III can't be done in my business. I'm n we'll
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
Ghosts
of Great
Struggle

cameo. Here Is the substance "a brief dis
patch that appeared under a Berlin line hc
other day: "Eightecn thousand canes have been
donated 10 the German government for d:Strbu-
ton soldiers who have been i'm
tho war Eighteen thousand canes means 49,
GOO broken men who cannot walk alone. Their
government found them strong. capa III" and self
reliant II sent them ont upstanding under
blazing banners and bruuEh lat them back MANNED
lean sticks. Wcr" q any
other name than war TO sweep over any con-
siderable section of TIA" earth and wreck the
lives OF the physically III, civilization would GO
mad with fear. Yet governments sanction the
scourgc OF war, and human wrcckagc is COM
mOnplacc. Dead men arc put away remain
unseen forever, soon 10 h." Tho
ghosts OF war are the broken remnants the
pieces of men who are left brhind-Tolrdo
Blade
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
Gossip From down Home"

The Greensboro Record maintains it's lp,,ior
ship of those thirsty souls down home" who
Eearn Tor the ncshpots---;,nd the ale pots too
Says the Record: IF the legislature cuts ont
liquor shipments. the only Way fellow can
get IL rs to 40 after il, but after virginia be-
comes dry. one year from next November. he will
nave TO go as far as WASHINGTON. II will be
case Xix" tucle Remus tn" turkey lie
SAID he had noticed IL made a differences how
ono prayed; il he prayed to the Lord to send hin,
turkey he always failed. but when he prayed
TO the Lord to send him after one He ALWAYS
heard him
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
'hc Wished u on the wor,,

charleston News and Courier1
Spain oughtn't to kick at what Mex
'co does Wasn't it II Spaniard who
discovered Mexico?
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
TELEPHONE. RANDOLPH

South NichmUnd ......... 1870 Hull street
Petersburg. ......... 100 North S.cnmorc STREET
Lynch burg Observation-Disclosures. Els Eighth street
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
Doesn't Champ Read the WAR Now.

washington post)
Speaker Clark advises II uroportion,j
elimination OF all the armies; well.
nin't they dom il?
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

Not all the tragedies o; war
are reported under biz headlines.
Many weird stories are hidden in
obscure corners. ana though
rcciiom"d rs incidents Of the
days news. arc big with siguin-
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
Mrbmun0 Gimrs -pispatrb

THE TIMES. Founded. OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. 1883
THE DISPATCH Founded Observation-Disclosures 1850
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
SlN MOntIlN.

Shc--isnt that. fine building:
ic--Yep. That's the police court.-Froth, OF
Penn State
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

'rh" Raleigh News ana observer j. alarmed
lay evidences Of Democratic dsumiou. u saws:
Those seasoned Democrats like Champ Clark
and FUrnif"ld Simmons plainly enough that
the thing for Democrats TO do is to pun
gcthcr. ana they doing the Democratic party
and the country service by COunSelinE the
presenting of united front Republicans are
"Nultaut over the divisions that nave arisen In
Democratic ranks. ana thcir hopes will he real
iH"d ii the wise advice of men like simmons in
is not taken.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
Offices
BECOME Too
Numerous

government and erecting decentralization ooircs
mcd,Ic with the ordinary and orderly. couduc.
OF affairs until now ,l,,,,, LA. ,
swarm Of petty Ollie choldcrs all drawiu., sus
tenancc from INC people. The people will have
learn that il they listen so the solf-..
OF politics. this work OF creating offices ,vii,
be going on without cessation until we reach
the point that almost every private ciiz.n ain
have "a taN-catcr ON his back. surely we nu,.h,
to know after an experience of wears tb,, ,h,
nultiplIcatiOn Of oticcholdcrs. laws and ,,nv.r,
mcnt machines does not solve our problem. IN,
complexities them: docs not lead to economy h.,
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

Jus; think of newspaper TO max"
%"StIon IKE this ono from the Henderson Cold
Leaf: "l: is perhaps true that many prohibit
tonisis' who have heretofore wanted the last
drop Kept away from the poor
opposing tn. new measure because their
supply is likely To he cut OF" Evidcntly, North
Carolina is trying 20 apply the sauce for the
goose. sauce for the Sandrr' theory OF ethics
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

iwo-ieggcd lamb that walks unrirbt ~
reported born on an Arizona ranch. That's
h"'hinf' Wall Street is full of them as Broad
way is Of b:ped Holsters
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

Philadelphia hobo caught by his gal
fuses on 4 car projection ana thus arrested
s"f"rS ne VIII never again wear suspcnders.
surprising ne mad been caught by the slack
OF his trousers,
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

ono thing 10 be said about the high cost
OF LIVING Is THAT it has no tcrrors for the truo
housewife We have known IA good cook TO
m'"Ne :, ncan'ifn! sponge cake OUT Of super
huous kitchen towels
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21
SUBSCRIPTION RATES

", Times Dispatch Carrier Delivery Service In
Richmond land suburbs md Petersburg:
Daily with sunday, one week. 10 cents
Daily without sunday. one week. ...... 10 cents
sunday only. ......... ..-.... 3
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

Entered Jaumnry -. 1905. mt Richmond. yn.. ns
March 3, 1870.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

We nave been proceeding anon
the theory that our progress in
bureaucracy has been an advance
toward perfect government. and
we have been mistaken. we
have been going away frn,n elf
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

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Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

MnuuIcripts nnd commitment lions submitted
for publication VIII not he returned unless
accompanied by po-s agc stamps.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY u. 1915.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

Dr Harvey Wiley figures that 60 per cent
OF an human energy is directed toward get
'i"h something TO eat, and certainly not less,
man an hour each meal should be devoted ia
ea'lhs il Certainly. doctor. but in these
ulne" an hour for some folk would mean
mighty SLOW chewing OF The visible supuly
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-02-21

Ihcre Is ii question whether Uncle Sam !,
hherai enough Ill furnishing wooden legs for
OF! soldiers. and Representative Ashhrook of
ONO is urging more generosity BY the
'"'t europe IhISheS what il is doing, the
complaint "ili. be OF dcforestation for
wooden legs