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Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01
omnha,s Record for the Year.

Omaha has just closed one of the most sat
isfactory years In It's history, and now looks for
ward to greater activity, more energetic effort,
and more worthy accomplishment. Satisfaction
with what has been done rests on substantial
basis Twelve months ago It was asserted that
unusual opportunities lay within reach of
Omaha, and that tremendous progress might be
expected. The achievement has justified the
N ophecy Not all has been done that might have
been hoped for, but enough OF advance in every
line is presented by The Bee in its annual re-
view this morning to warrant our citizens in con-
graduating themselves they did so much
In every line of commerce and industry in
creases have been made during the year, and
new records are set In building II has been the
busiest year in the citys history. Manufacturers
and jobbers have found their facilities taxed to
take care Of the new business that has come TO
them, and the banks show total of transactions
that overtops any year OF the past and tells with
eloquent completeness the story Of Omaha's
splendid place among the cities OF the country.
SO far as material prosperity is concerned.
Omaha has also made progress in other ways.
New schools and new churches have been built,
that the intellectual and spiritual needs OF the
community might be the better served. One
unique experience of the year a revival OF
religion that must stand out always Incl
dent that commands attention.
with magnificent record Of achievement to
review, the people of Omaha look ahead to
another season OF endeavor, that the advance
may be nowhere checked. Inviting prospects
are many. the means for production are at hand,
and the energy to carry the purpose to action
is manifest by all. Another year should see
Omaha again as far ahead in all a city should be
proud of as did the year just ended.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01
Problem of pefen.e.

NORTH LOUP, Neb.. Dec. 29.-To the
Editor of The Bee; While we are talk
ing about preparedness, why not sup
pose that an army of invasion OF sew
eral million men attack us? II that army
be divided, one part of It would sure
invade from the Gulf of Mexico. II the
army could overTun the country of tho
Mississippi most of the resources of the
nation would be I'm their possession. That
would cut off the iron mines of Minne-
sofa, the iron, coal and oil Of Missouri.
Arkansas, Oklahoma and Kansas, with
the great wheat and corn fields of the
central states. Such an invasion would
starve the east within six months. If
all the great factories are located in tile
east they would fall into the hands OF
the enemy as soon as the Mississippi val
ley were captured.
The more large guns and the more
large factories in the east the greater the
temptation to invade from Texas. The
great factories and the natural resources
should be located together. II ever an
invasion is attempted. which would
really require preparedness, the Missis-
sippi valley is the part of the country,
which II held by an enemy would bring
terms Of peace as that enemy should
require. If the old confederacy might
have had the present resources OF Mime
sofa, Iowa. Missouri. Kansas and Ne.
braska the confederacv would have
stood. The nation that keeps a large
part OF their coal, oil and minerals in
the ground for future use. as needed,
rather than being too anxious to kill the
markets with them. in the nation that
will have the best chance to stay. Elk
portation and wasting of the natural re-
sources is one grand mistake.
WALTER JOHNSON.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01
Engagement for Monday.

Property-owners and taxpayers are especially
interested in the program Of the city council be-
ginning with the session on Monday That day
has been set apart by the council for taking up
for consideration the city budget Estimates
submitted by heads OF the several departments
OF the city's administration exceed by several
hundred thousands of dollars the maximum pos
hble revenue OF the city for the year. This
means that the most vigorous pruning must be
resorted to in order to bring the expenditure
within the limit of the income. number of
unnecessary items have been included in the es-
Inmates, and these can easily be removed, but
VIII not suffice to produce the required reduc-
ton Other cuts must be made and with due
regard for proper economy. which may easily be
effected without erippling the proper service OF
any department. II is quite possible that the
presence OF interested citizens at the council
chamber while the budget is being discussed will
be Of material assistance to the councilmen IN
reaching conclusions.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01
Tips on Home Topics

Detroit Free Press: Secretary Lane
says the schools Of this country have
made no progress in the last thirty years.
Look at the athletes they've been turn
ing out
Indianapolis News: When the producer
is getting low prices for hogs and the
consumer is paying high prices for pork,
il looks as II somebody were making quite
a bunch OF money that was not honestly
earned
Louisville Courier-Journsl: The old
fashioned "husking bee" has about played
out as entertainment But the girls in
musical comedy shuck off enough during
the evening to make that form of enter
tainment primarily a husking bee.
Washington Post II Lady Pontiac
johanna. Georgia's champion mixer. could
only collaborate with Lady Byzantine.
Pennsylvania champion layer. what
a grand sweet round OF eggnog life
would be!
Baltimore American: A high school
principal in New Jersey has been dis
charged because he mispronounced words.
used bad grammar and taught in hot
weather in his shirt sleeves Modern edu-
cation is getting entirely too particular
when it cashiers high school principal
for such trifling offenses against learning
and etiquet
Philadelphia Press: 1t has been discov-
cred that some OF the native chiefs that
the administration has been recognizing
and turning into executives" in ehe
Philippines have a record of some hun
dreds of killings to their credit as head
hunters. Well, the same policy of recoE-
milton for murderers in Mexico is claimed
as victory for humanity and diplomacy;
so it's presumed the Philippine policy is a
model Of "upliftness."
st. Louis Globe-Democrat: The sub
mission of estimates by the various de-
partments of the federal government en-
courages no hope of return to that sim
plicity and economy which befits a demo-
cratic government" which the Baltimore
platform pledged. Every department
wants moro money than was appropriated
for 1916, although. after the deficiency
appropriations made necessary by the
failure of the last congress to pass fif-
teen of the great supply bills are voted
the expenditures for the years 1915 and
1916 will exceed any in the history of the
government. being $177000 1900 more than
those of the last republican congress.
whose ''profligate waste of money wrung
from the people by oppressive taxation"
was denounced by the Baltimore platform
and by every democrat of low or high
degree Throughout the United States in
the campaign Of 1912.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01
Editorial Siftings

Cleveland Plain Dealer: American pork
is selling at 90 cents pound in Berlin.
and 1t looks as II it were going at least
that high in Washington.
Chicago Herald: On the return voyage
OF the Ford ship a bugler will probably
wake the passengers with the familiar
tune: Il can't get 'em out. can't get
EN- out. 1 can't get 'em out o. the
trenches"
A Sioux City jury. which wrestled with
the question of damages caused by q
flood I'm a nearby cabbage patch. reached
the conclusion that the flood was AN
act OF God" for which neither the city
ner the weather man was responsible.
The Taxpayers league OF Wichita has
taken steps toward the removal Of the
city school superintendent on charges OF
overlooking the schools with teachers.
The force has been increased by ninety
members in the last five years, while
the school attendance increased only
l,6SO. Wiohitas school census shows
e.oOo pupils and go teachers.
Springfield Republicans; More than a
500 10000 usually spent spent in Euro
pesn travel was divided among the rail-
roads. hotels aud their supporting enter
prises in the opinion OF "sober-minded
traffic men OF the railroads." quoted by
Secretary Lane in his annual report Be-
sides helping the country financially.
this discovery of America has doubtless
done something to obliserate the Obtru-
sive hyphen.
Philadelphia ReooTd The merchant
marine is doing very well without any
governmental assistance. Since July
the merchant marine has increased by
lS vessels Of nearly $4,000 tons. and the
aggregate tonnage Is now almost $500 600.
OF the ships building. or under contract
July !. or ordered since. thirteen are of
10000 tons OF more. twenty OF 1900 tons
or more, and thirty-six OF 500 tons or
over.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01
Pleading for the Poles.


Today is designated by the president as a
special occasion on which relief is to be donated
for stricken Poland The pitiable condition OF
the innocent inhabitants OF this distressed coun-
try, caught between the upper and neither mill
stones OF the war in which they have had no
voice. has been frequently presented. and need
not be further exhibited now. The Poles are in
a plight Of restitution that transcends even that
in which the Belgians were found year ago.
That same generous spirit OF human concern
which moved Americans to provide relief by
thousands Of shiploads for Belgium will cerl
tainly reawaken to bring Poland the succor re-
quired. No organized movement in this section
has as yet been provided to undertake this work.
but the American Red Cross society will be re-
gponsible and work with the American Polish
committee organized in New York. DIR. P. L.
Hall. at Lincoln, is treasurer OF the Nebraska
Red Cross association. but any bank or newspa-
per in the state will receive and forward dona-
tions.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01
THE DAWN OF THE NEW DAY.


Edward Neville Vose.
The old year dies mid gloom and woe
The saddest year since Christ was born,
And those who battle In the snow
All anxious-eyed look for the morn
The morn when wars shall be no more,
The morn when Might shall cease to
reign.
When hushed shall be the cannons' roar
And Peace ehell rule the earth again.
AS we from far SURVEY the fray
And strive to succor those who fall
Let each give thanks that not today
To us the clarion bugles call
That not today to us It's said:
Bow down the knee, or pay the cost
Till all we loved are MANNED or dead.
Till all we had is wrecked and lost
Should that grim summons to us come
God grant we'd all play heroes parts,
And bravely fight for land and home
While red blood flows in loyal hearts
But now a duty nobler far
Has come to us in this great day
We are the nations guiding star,
They look to us to lead the way.
They look to us to lead the way
To liberty for ell the world
The dawning OF that better day
When wars torn banners shan be
furled--
The day when men OF every race
Their light divine shall clearly see
To rule themselves by their own erase,
Forever and forever free.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

New Years day quietly celebrated In Omaha
a. the midnight hour the year was ushered In By
the booming Of cannon and explosion flrecrackers
hut the Noise soon died away Very few calls were
made and the custom Of New Years calling seems 20
have been pretty generally abandoned though BUSH
ness was pretty largely suspended.
Thomas w. Keene held forth at the opera house
On king Richard III"
The Omaha delegation to the Missouri convention
A. Kansas City to discuss the Big Muddy have re-
turned home. IL consisted OF Colonel c s. Chase
Chris Hartman. II. q, Clarke. Fred DrexeIl j. IL
Consdon w. ,, Broatch ana John II. ErcR.
Following appointments are announced by the
Union Pacific. effective with the beginning Of the
year; s. 7. Smith 70 be general superintendent; C. n
Pratt assistant general storekeeper: j. r. STAFFORD
Btorekeeper Nebraska division; c. H. MeKibben chief
Inspector supply department
Miss Nellie Burns left TO resume her studies Al
Cincinnati She accompanied by Miss Dresser of
Lafayette. Ind. who has been spending the holidays
with her
John Worthington and his sister. Miss worthngton
Of oswego. ~ y. are here to make their home with
their brother. Bishop Worthinston.
George stover and Miss Mile windheim OF this
city were married IN Council Bluffs yesterday and
were rendered reception the home OF the brides
mother. 4l5 south Tenth, IN the evening
The Christian Hour has been incorporated BY rev
" !. Harslia and Rev r. &. Han OF this city ana
ttet Pr Boyd Of Denver 20 be pubnshed siniultane-
H4ly 10 onaha and Denver.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01
People and Events

Another huge hotel to contain 5000 rooms ana
twentysix floors is protected in New York CITY, at
a cost OF 100000. II will a block OF ground
somewhere between the Grand Central and Pennsy.-
vaniA stations.
The United States produces double the amount OF
soap Of any other nation. and sold abroad in peace
times. three times the quantity OF the nearest
petior II do not succeed In athering or cleans
tns the world. the fault is not in the goods.
The record OF the McCOol Missourian. who. at 81
years. married his fourth wife, will attain the lonely
goneness OF ancient Christmas tree. when the
La Crosse grille gets seasoned. At 10 years. Ruth
Nimecks took her first husband. divorced him ana
remarked within year. She peppered No. with
shotgun. divorced him. served a jail sentence. and
married No. on being released. Wisconsin Is a
progressive state and Ruth Is esteemed shining
exemplar.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01
a1eGSeesd@
.eMesRoFT

Methods Not Fair to Germans.
OMAHA. Dec. 2s.-To the Editor Of The
Bee: A writer in one Of the daily papers
wants to know who made the law that
compels the Board Of Education to intro
duce a language into the lower schools
when petition for II Ia signed by par
ents Of fifty children attending a school.
Let's hear from the legislators who
added this law TO our many other stat
utes. Who lobbied the thing? Just who
was It that wanted it so bad7 We woula
receive some very interesting informa-
ton, I am sure, II these questions we're
correctly answered
I believe we would find that the people
who are back Of this legislation are the
very ones who are trying to hold the
Germans in bondage for their own selfish
ends In politics. while they endeavor TO
make the uniformed American believe
that they control the German vote. This.
however. they have not yet proven to be
the case.
The average German possesses enough
intelligence to cast his own vote. He
does not approve Of the efforts that are
made TO foist the German language upon
children of German parentage in this
country before they have thoroughly
learned the American language Such
efforts are unamerican. In. their re-
results. they are detrimental to the
perfect amalgametlon Of nationaIities
which must take place before a new and
distinctive American race can be formed.
Intelligent German-born Americans see
and condemn the dishonest methods
which are employed 70 force their fellow
countrymen to further the selfish ends
OF certain individuals.
w. r. sToECKER.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01
Austria's Changed Attitude.


The tone of Austrias second note on the An
coma incident. as disclosed by unofficial dis
patches. is much milder and more conciliatory
than was noted in the first reply. II leads to the
superstition that Austria is sincerely concerned
in maintaining friendly relations with the United
States. This superstition is we'll supported by
the military situation. Even with the distinct
advantage now held in the field by the Germanic
allies, they do not apparently seek to further en-
broil themselves. Sentiments avowed by Austria
are of such character as fairly meet the require
ments of the United States, and the virtual dis
avowal OF the action of the submarine COM
mander is perhaps sufficient for all demands,
while 1t still preserves the pride of the haughti-
est OF European governments. 1t was not the
intention Of the United States to humiliate Aus
tria. Our government merely sought to main
tain its position on the question of submarine
warfare. That this warfare can be carried on in
conformity with the requirements of humanity
and to laws of nations has been demonstrated
II Austria will show by action that 1t is sincere
iE its professions, the incident will have a happy
issue.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01
THE CRY OF PEACE.


There breaks the peace of a perfect day
And ell the wealth of a nation lay
At the foot of a cruel and merciless war
When vtctory's won, the applause to soar
over ell the world, OH such fool,
TO wreck a human life, to rule,
TO reign supreme, and thus cut down,
Your fellow men, for fame renown.
A nations love Is sweet to feel.
But bitterness through woes CONCEAL,
As loved ones struggling gasp for breath,
In trenches. bloody traps of death.
And Oh! Gods common people. we,
To flirt with death and misery,
To force a war with greedy lust
And fall at last on common dust.
For there a nation once so proud,
In all its beauty, is but a shroud,
At the close of war, the brilliant light,
II fades. we view the awful sight.
The unprotected, shattered home,
The sad and helpless stand alone,
And to this home the wretched cling,
And walt the message, Peace" to ring.
A helping hand to lend across the sea,
But hoist our flag DER us the free,
And long may Americas grand old name,
Be free from wars cold bloody fame.
Prepare We not the way for men
To be shot down. and thus we can
In time. our noble. race Increase.
And crown our country, prince of
Peace" MAUDE KELLY.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

ia lust as lief be an officer and carry =
sword. Boston Transcript.
able disposition? 49,,
Beuiah-surely. Hes been in love with
al least a dozen women onkers states
men.
Soph.-How does Il happen YOU came 20
Harvard I thought your father was
Yale man, a..
Fresh.-Ho was. He wanted me 70 ~
TO Yale; | wanted to go TO Princeton. We
had an argument and he finally told me
to so TO H-.-Yale Record.
British Foreman Compositor-Three
more of my men have enlisted this morn
ing.
Edtor--Ah! A wave Of patriotism. ]
suppose?
Foreman Compositor-well! perhaps
they would rather be shot than set any
more Of your copyl---Passing Show.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01
Twice Told Tales
Between Drtnka.

Henry Foster OF Clay county had been arrested for
allowing his horse and wagon TO block the public
thoroughfare for the better part OF five hours.
did you leave your team for five hours Mr.. Fos-
ter?' asked the Judge.
Might have been that long. jedge." was the reply
Where your
"In saloon Decatur street. yer honor. taking
drink"
do you mean TO tell me that II took you five
hours to consume drinkT'
well. sub, no. not exactly; I wuz interrupted
three er TO times"-Case ana Comment
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

Complaint is heard in Roston that at least
ten citizens to one Job have advised the repub-
liean governor-eeet OF their readiness TO assist
IN restoring TO Massachusetts for the first time
in five years the splendors Of good government
sorry showing Of democratic announcement
spTrs Bay State republicans to an attitude OF
patriotic fervor which regIads sacrifice as in
eicental to the rendering OF competent service to
the state.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01
Cal Rreke the Loo.

pretty young in blue climbed aboard OF
Madison avenue yesterday. She took a seat
and crossed her legs Blue silk ankles aDout twenty
inches OF each. revealed Across the aisle sat
two women OF prim. mid-victorian aspect They
cast prim glanees at the blue stockings and two
md-Victorian shifts chilled the air. Simultaneous
the men lost interest in their morning papers. The
possessor OF the blue silks blushed She started at
the prim couple Not word spoken. The girl
broke the ice Honest" she said with a Harlem
accent. why donchA mind your own buslness7
Y B-mindJurown business. see? This is a free
country. amt II? And I guess I can do what
please Pittsburgh Dispatch
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

Much history. some good most OF II bad. was
written through the old year Momentous events
crowd the closed ledger and lap over into the
new For the wellbeing of mankind it is to be
oped that peace soon viii staunch the wounds
81 war and save nations from the peril OF bleed.
Ing to death.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

The sheep OF the west are answering the
question that used TO be asked by democratic
free traders. crop of almost three hundred
million pounds OF wool Is one result of the re-
publican policy of protection that induced flock
masters to persist in building up the industry.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01
GRINs AND GR0ANs.

Sunday School Teacher--Children, do
you know the house that Is open to all,
to the poor the rich, the sad. the happy,
to man and woman, to young and to old
do you know the house 1 mean?
Small Boy-Yes miss-the station house.
Boston Transcript
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

The straight and narrow road remains UNI
changed from the first day OF the year to the
end OF the cycle They who seek readily find
IL and those with the will find travelling enjoy
able and the scenery exhaling comfort and peace
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

Seven states formally crank up the water.
wagon today but the residents are not Obliged
&c ride As the saloon disappears, the cellar and
the bootlegger rise to their opportunities.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

AS the record now stands, 1915 overshadows
recorded history as the banner year of premedi-
tated slaughter.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

Leap years privilege holds good In free states
ms well as in those dominated by mere man. AS
a sentimental right 1t is back number. Front
attacks are never as efficient as the strategy
worked side lines.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

The shadowy regions popularity supposed to
convert good Intentions into paving blocks.
doubtless plans extensive public, improvement
with the New Year resolution crop. 1t never
fails
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

Editor-Sorry, young man, that you
are a failure in this business, but W,
can't treat you as we can an article here
Aspirant (haughuly)-How is that, sir
Editor-Put a head on you.-Baltimore
American.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

Under the head of unfinished business the
flag end of the New Haven trial gives hand to
the New Year.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

Last years catch of cod was sufficiently
abundant to omit the Nebraska primary catch
from the reckoning.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

Ungracious though 1t appears. necessity
Obliges the old year to pass its grippe to the new
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

In casting up accounts Of the year. the profit
side of the European ledger is the only white
spot in the record.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

The waterwagon must observe traffic regu-
Lotions Just as an ordinary vehicle. Don't hog
the road.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

OMAHA, Dec S1--To the Editor of The
Bee; / am Of the opinion that this pre-
pardness will bring on war, and we
don't want it in our country.
-MA1fnn KEII nv
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

Had you any apprehensions about
your daughters wedding?" asked the
pessimistic friend.
Not exactly" replied the happy parent,
though at one point did have a miss
giving about the affair. Baltimore
American. Il
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

The policy of pitiess publicity had no terrors
for the old gray mule which baked and blocked
the road of the presidential bridal party.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

II has been definitely decided who is not to
have the postoffice when Judge Wharton steps
out, but that isn't the question.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

Health. prosperity and contentment to all
who seek them.
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

Recruiting Officer-we can't pass you
Two fingers are off your right hand anC
you couldn't pull a trigger.
Applicant-Oh, that'll be all right, sir
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01
Happy New Year to ALI

DOubiy happy leap year to those in needl
Omaha daily bee., 1916-01-01

should have The bee mailed TO them. Adj
dress viii be changed as often az requested.