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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08
The One Leader.
r % The Tribune.

To tho Editor o. The Tribune.
Sir: Many 0: us delight TO honor Mr.. Taft
for the great work he did in attempting TO
secure the passage Of treaties which under
took 70 arbitrate all international disputes,
even those affecting the national honor But
no one who is living in the present instead
OF in the past may ignore the fact that this
great war has made necessary profound modi-
ications In our opinions Of what is possible
in this direction. More especially - this
no time to talk about an orthodox which
generally means sterile Republcanism.
The Republican party saved the nation In
the SOS by possessing the courage Of its
convictions and showing its capacity to ef-
fectiyely deal with the vital problems then
clamoring for solution. There is but one
way in which it can be true to its great
traditions and that is by again saving the
nation. and this time from its worser self.
II is unthinkable that we are a mere nation
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08
The Real Republican.
,r of The Tribune.

To the Editor of The Tribune.
Sir: have read your editorial M
Taft's Mistake" in the issue of to-day's
Tribune, and congratulate you on your nom
astv. 7 cannot but admire the frankness OF
YOUR statement as regards Colonel Roosevelt
while agree with you that there are many
Americans who dislike and even detest m
[ believe enough in my country to think
hat should it come (, an out-and-out ISSUE
as 20 american principles. there would flock
q Great majority 20 his standard. Mr.. Taft to
he contrary Notwithstanding.
As regards MIR Taft. il il ray opinion that
the editorial writers have not been wide AWAKE
enough 70 pick he big faw in his recent
statement He stated that only real Re
publican should be nominated in Chicago
next year, and paraleled that by statin2
that under no conditions, should Colone
Roosevelt be the nominee. While he also
stated that the nomination should not 80
% himself, he nfers that he is real Re.
publican.
Now. although '5raham Lincoln did not
actually found TN 2euublcan party, il Is
generally conceded lat h. was practically
IS fountain head ard since have been old
enough to read and understand the matter
he names Of Abraham Lincoln and Repub
can party have seemed - ire TO be synony
nous. Had our Civil War President bee %
alive to-day. can any one doubt that, wt'
his advanced opinions on public matters. "
Taf, would have diehpproved of his fad
and isms"? Is it tn akablo that ne woul
have been the recipient Of the tainted noml
milton Of 1922 could go on and draw fur
her comparison, but Il would only vast
time and space. and will only add thai
when it comes time the American peopl
will decide Who is the real Republican, Mr
Taft or Colonel Roosevelt
" y. MACHINES
New York, Jan 3. 1916.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08
From an Accidental Reader.

To the Editor Of The Tribune.
Sir: Your paper has come into my home
accidentally" for the past few weeks and |
have enjoyed reading the news. not the edi-
torials. You accuse President Wilson OF ly'
ing; hadn't you better make an examination
Of your own establishment and see If there Is
ANYTHING that does not square to the standard
OF truthfulness and honesty which you appear
to be exac;ing Of others advertisers, for in
stance? ANY man with ordinary thinking
capacity knows you are knocking President
wilson for selfish and probably dishonest
motives. However. ! agree with another
correspondent in todsy's columns who says
he doesn't expect you 10 be fair" and asks
YOU 10 be candid" | think you are the
latter, II anything. ! also think you arc
well politely speaking inconsistent and
foolish. FRANK {. DOWD.
Madison, Conn. Jan. {. 1916
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08
THE DUTY uNFULFTLLED
Views of Distinguished Bostoniar
or the Lusitania Affair.
To Tho Editor Of Tho Tribune.

To the Editor Of The Tribune.
Sir: As 2 great neutral power tic duty q
tire United States as guardian o. intens'
tionai law. recognized in terms by the fres
dent, is to protest against breache. thereo'
by belhgerents. and il such protest is "
needed withdrawal from friendly relation,
with them.
Protest was thus made 70 the German En-.
pire after the Lusitania incident and was Dis
regarded since the offer and acceptance Of
special concession concerning a particular
class Of cases and persons really confirmed
the German position
The Austrian government whatever spe-
cia "atonement" may be made, has gons
further b. openly declaring It's attitude to be
such az to reserve "to itself az This time the
right to bring up for discussion a. later
period the definite questions Of international
law connected with submarine warfare"
Now, not only accidents and "m.sunder-
standings" affecting United state. citizen,
and property are obviously certain TO occur
while Germany and Austria are allowed TO
maintain .her position that i,ter7ationsl
law is modified to favor submarine warfare.
but the great duty Of the United states re-
mains unfulflled to defend the already stab
l.shed principles Of the law Of nations 70 he
point OF withdrawal Of relations from the
obstinate and declared outlaws.
This is the position which we have in eject
demanded that Germany and Austria shoVld
accept and nothing less.
The first duty OF the captor Of merchant
vessel is to bring X before prize court
where 1t may be tried where the regularity
of the capture may be challenged ard 0h.''
neutrals may recover their cargoes, ne ,ins
ing Of prizes being resorted 10 only 70
extraordinary circumstances and 1fter pro-
vision made for the safety OF oil he erss
or passengers; the responsibility TO cisrm'
mating between neutral and enemy ycss.'
and between neutral and enemy esrsoe'
resting with the attacking ship. whose d1V
j, IS 70 verify the status and character : 70,
vessel and cargo and 10 preserve al pape"
before sinking or even capturing u; also 'n'
duty of providing for the safety OF The crews
Of merchant vessels, whether nelirai I"
enemy, being obligatory upon every ee.nS
erent. ERNING WlASLO''
Boston, Mass, Jan. 3, 1916.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08
He Sees Politics.

To the Editor Of The Tribune.
Sir: As a reader Of The Tribune for fifteen
wears | wish 20 voice my sentiments in ref
erence 20 your attacks on President Wilson
Your editorial where Mr. Wilson Ha
Failed Is" is a repetition Of your bitter
tacks upon the President and his admnistra
ton. You bring nothing new 20 light bu
criticism Of purely political nature
Your frequent mention OF the sinking o.
the Lusitania seems more and more fitting a.
the Presidential election looms up. Playing
pclitics in these critical times is bad jour
/ alism. JOSEfh ~ ohA4H hl'
Brooklyn, Dec. %, 1915
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08

modate an army Of 100000, and that 1t
will cost too much TO provide new build
ings. II would cost a great deal II we
should pursue the extravaganza small post
policy which Congress has maintained so
far for political purposes. But with a
bigger army the posts would be FEWER
and larger. and the average cost of hous-
ing would be materially reduced.
Yet, if the country needs a real army
i; ought to have it, no matter what new
barracks nav cost. The United States is
making a good deal of money out of the
European war. 1t will have TO put some
Of that money back into preparedness.
We cannot escape that rebate. The war
has altered our position in the world and
made us far more open TO attack. 1t
would be better TO recognize that fact now
than to be unpleasantly surprised by it
later.
The question for Congress to settle IS
not one Of lodging little expense here or
a little expense there. 1t is one of getting
our military reorganization started right
of reaping the largest benefits from the
initial cost. Congress must choose be-
tween a genuine army and make-beleve
army. In our opinion. the real army would
be worth all we paid for it. "A make
believe army Of the Garrison pattern
" ould be dear at any price.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08
Easy to Condemn.

To the Editor Of The Tribune.
Sir: am G Republican and have not inc
honor Of your acquaintance, but must pro-
tos, AGAINST your editorial in Tuesdays
Tribune entitled The Lie" You might just
o.. we'll have said: "Mr. President, you are a
liar" II is easy TO damn one with whom we
do no. aqrce and 20 constantly find fault
r...b his words and deeds but one does not
.,rs,s make a success if he attempts TO
do better.
In common with many others should IKE
10 know what you would have the President
do and what you yourself would have done
uben the Lusitania was sunk and during the
nonths since. Let The Tribune tell what
course this country ought to pursue. 1t Is
impossible for most American citizens, espe-
cisllv those Of us who had part IN our
Civil War, not TO sympathize with the Aines
and 10 feel indignation and horror at the
way the Teutons began and have carried
on this unholy war, but | do not thnH you
are belDin, matters either at home or abroad
by YOUR virulent attacks on the President OF
this nation.
Let NE say in closing that II now, as IN
former wears, my friend and elassmate, John
Uav sat in the editorial chair Of The Trlo-
me. do not believe he would have ap-
nroyed. much less written, that editorial OF
January 4. He welded a trenchsnt pen, but
not an insulting and abusive one. II is taif
question 20 ask what you would do were you
President Wilson's place.
MOSES LYMAN.
colchester. y. Y, Jan. ). 1916.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08
Let Them Remain.
News Item: WASN'T ngton TO Demand Lusi-
tanla Desd.')

News Item: wv asni ngton 20 Demand Lusl-
tania Desd.O
Mo- For they will lie more safely there
And gentlier in the sweet green fields Of
Ireland.
Where, when the sea had given up its
dead,
By reverent hands they were laid down
10 rest.
Those mothers who stretched anguished
arms and touched cold death.
Those babes whose cries were stihed by
the sea,
Those men who gave their lives I'M
flinchingly
Will lie more safely there than in this
land
Which gave them no protection while they
lived.
" hose President, mounting a nations
shame,
Counting the cost in votes of each least
act,
Preserves his friendship with their muir
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08

business purposes. The moment our citizens
realize, not as an abstract theory, but as
concrete fact. what the war means 70 them
ard % the future of our race. they VIII
show themselves ready to do their uttermost
fc- The right.
The man who arouses the national con
sciousness. who compacts and YIELDS us into
people united for the common purpose Of
helping democracy TO stay on earth Will
have done for us a. great work as that OF
Washington or Lincoln. Our officially chosen
leaders in Washington, be they Democratic
or Republican, DO not open their mouths to
instruct US or 20 point the way On the
burning question which interests many Of
US most they are dumb. Let IA not dis
courage the one man who has farsightedness
and fear.essness. GUSTAV BISSlNG.
New York. Jan. ., 1916.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08
An Ante-Bellum Institution.

Tho adjective ante-bellum has had for
Americans during half a century com
pletely pregnant meaning, and even To-
dav. perhaps. can be appreciated In It's
full significance only by Americans. But
in England, when the individual permits
his mind to rest for moment from the
immediate business of war and to dwell
upon the contrast between what has been
and what is, he begins dimly TO realize
the gulf which is to separate the ante
bellum world from that which will emerge
from the struggle in which Europe is now
engaged. He is already aware that the
term ante-bellum is to awaken IN his
consciousness, az II has so long with us,
the sight. sound, smell and taste OF a
social era past and done for.
London at the present time Is receiving
a powerful hint of this in the advertise
ments which its famous and exclusive
clubs are printing in vain effort TO IN
crease their membership lists. Instead OF
ENJOYING the protection of waiting lists so
long that members entered their sons
names Immediately after the christening,
a year and a half of war has reduced
them to abolishing entrance fees and TO
clamoring for candidates. But worse
still. as a clubman of distinction has writ
ten his paper, there is no prospect that
conditions will amcliorate after the war
has ended. II is acknowledged that with
MANY a club member the war has served
merely as an excuse for resigning, that
goling and motoring must engage 10
greater degree with every year not only
the city mans spare time, but his spare
cash as well. This interesting letter con
tinues:
Many OF the most imposing and exclusive
clubs arc elderly. dowdy and depressing rencs
of q time that has gone and o. social haDl'S
that arc forgotten. They are survivais OF
day when society was smaller and narrower
when men and women shared neither comrade,
shin nor common interests. They are SAD
memorials of a British epoch when wives
sat DULY at home in harems built for one
and husbands sat even more duly IN monss-
teres built for thousand.
London clubs will undoubtedly survive
the war. but curtailed irretrievably in
numbers and prestige, reminder simply
of that august. topheavy institution Of
clubdom whose deathblow IS at hand
with the awakening to fundamental val
ues which every great war brings. What
A modification of the social superstructure
this will entail must be left to the magma
ton of those on whom London's clubs
have cast their spell of awe. They alone
will be able TO form conception to-day of
what "ante-bellum" will signify to the
Londoner a decade hence.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08
Manly Courage Valued Here.

To the Editor Of The Tribune.
Sir: As the hard-working wife Of hard
working farmer beg TO advise your CORE
spcndent Nv. V. p" that we country people
are not all so apethetic as be seems 10 be-
lieve
Possibly. in the more languorous climate Of
Maryland we might feel differently but here
among the rugged hills o. New York the
conditions under which We live and work
are such as to mike manly strength and
courage doubly valuable IN our estimation.
IL IS with deepest sympathy and gratitude
kat we have read your editorials in rsa.
ton to the war. "COUNTRIFlED
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08
Patriotic.
o the Editor Of The Tribune.

To the Editor Of The Tribune
Sir: Your patriotic editorial in Tuesdays
issue, caption Of Tho Lie" fires the hearts
Of all true American patriots. You have
spoken the most invincible, salient truths
vet voiced by the entire American press.
These insprstional. imprisoned truths
should be heralded broadcast throughout
this nations domain. exposing the cowardli
ness. perfdy. insincerity and duplicity Of the
whole Wilson war policy. Lend ear, Oh,
heaven. and give ear Oh, EARTH
Indeed. These are the times that try
mems souls"
LEWIS DE WITT GRlSWOLD.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08
What Is Our Foreign Policy?

To the Editor Of The Tribune.
Sir: Your criticism o. the foreign policy v
the administration is wholly justified ."
Why begin it as Of Nay r, with the sinSin'
of the Lusitania, when ten days before ta''
date the German Embassy publ he'd Warning
TO American citizens against travelling ?! -
Lustania and actually dared instruct hH"
can citizens now to cross the high seas
venture to say that no greater afron' v.
ever offered sovereign people. lheh
the time to have sent the German Amo5's''',
home. That would not have been an @''
war, and yet thereby We could have pfese''',
our dignity and saved ourselves hom -
indignities. Then a firm course "ol'0
saved US from danger % our e0D..
greater than any from outside ou' -
sion has shown 20 the world at large az
ourselves, a divided and mongrel people III "a.
ing every avowed principle subject 20 80.
fcation by a desire 10 lure the German
Jewish or Italian voter
Instead of taking that dign.ded course
are now secretly dicAering with "A' ,,Iv
ambassador. tgeatng HIM as s-.,,,y
persona grata and holding or mus Us.
until such time as that same German N~..'ss
sador may conveniently. and without l'. or.
too great indignation at home. m'As ~.
Nordy disavowal Of the muricroas a"'
less deeds OF his countrymen. ri,,t
Perhaps the present mission OF 10.
House is to make known 10 foreign 80.
'lents what our real purpose is a' .;,,ss
eushed from that expressed 10 our ~, -
communications. Our course mas sol.
secretve and wabbly that almos, s.inS3n>E
|ciol seems justified NV
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08
Timely.
To the Editor Of The Tribune.

To the Editor OF The Irlbunt.
Sir: Your editorial Of to-day "l9l6
America Right" is timely, admirable and
wonderfully written. and Will undoubtedI.
appeal to every true American to whose nc
tce it shall come. 1t strikes me that no
nobler service could be rendered this coun-
try than would be done by some one. pos
sessing the means. who might undertake
to keep the sentiments expressed in this
editorial before the American people 10,
the next eight months at least. even II j.
should involve the payment Of advertising
rates to do it, supported the present ad
ministration, but never again. /. 3. ).
New York Jan. /, 1916.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08
a Do.NOthing Policy.
Nv ~ Thu Tribune

To the Editor or Inc Tribune.
Sir: Your editorial today-"Tbe Lie" 90
is certainly vigorous and trenchant, to sag
the least That 4 appeals 10 the sympathy
of the great mass Of people, do not believe
there is any doubt. For never has there
been so general disappointment o. the Dc
nothing policy Of the Washington admins
tration as at the present time.
Indeed, people have grown utterly dis
gusted with the policy Of "watchful waiting,
while international law has been trampied
under loot and the work Of centuries OF civ''
lization brought 10 nsught. Sam Jones said
that Grover Cleveland had backbone like
a circus pole" but who will describe the
spinal column Of the present occupant OF the
White House?
To saw that almost everybody Is dlsgusted
with the policy OF the administration mildly
expresses the situation to-day. In nearly
every circle Of society you can near the
.bsrpest criticism OF the President.
wendell Phillips said that "fools dris, and
nilots steer" Mr.. Wilson has been drifting
20 long that not even his greatest ad"irer'
know where he Is "st." One thought seems
10 obses. him--to become President. were
an election 10 be held tomorrow he would De
hurried under an avalanche OF votes; Tor ne
belong, to the lukewarm species OF humanity
who are neither hot nor cold hut only IL
"a be "spewed out OF the mouth
In conclusion. permit me TO say hat The
Tribpne is getting a great circulation these
dave. as not few people are drawn TO Its
columns By the splendid editorials and the
clever news pages. ,,.
CHARLES DANA CHRISTIAN.
NeW York. Jan (, 1916.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08

You can purchase merchandise advertised
In THE TRIBUNE with absolute safety-ior
II dissatisfaction results IN any case IHL
TRIBUNE guarantees to pay your money
back upon request No rcd tape, no QUIZ
bling. We make good promptly II the ad-
yertiser does not
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08

cold wave Heads Here; Real Winter Coming
Headline.
How We shall miss the sumner weather o!
the past month
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08

r.t~r~a a, "a. P.:o-,c- a. New Ycft Second Virs
Nal Mater.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1916-01-08

o-nss .rs r,hli,bet daily ~ TIE Tribune AssNisuor
. Nv yerS so-r,nTstlo, ogden NJ Reid. rr~ident: g
Vsrncr Rossr secretsy aud Treasurer Address lrouns
Building No iSt Nassau Street Ne~ ioh
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1916-11-23

1Ttotlte& 4jnn@ ou Il service iistt SIT ti1
top Of Il blouse. or edges the hem of an
0rgandia collar.
From Russia we took the idea Of ex-
tending an enormous silver or gold em-
broidcreti ornament across the front of
an uplurnpd brim, even when the hat
IN a copy OF the one In which David
liked to paint Napoleon. Naturally
there is strong suggestion Of the
country and the man, bat 1t is one that
France did not care to reflect upon in
the old days. That retreat from Mos
cow was not a bright page in French
history.
But i, fashion there are 30 enmities
nor friendships, except ar the moment,
end the icon of Moscow placed on the
campaign hat of Napoleon Is a juxta-
POSITION that affr0nts not even The old
est inhabitant of France. There are
So few other ornaments used outside
those of bullion that IL Is not easy to
turn to something new and striking.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1916-11-23
BANDBOX MUST BE- CORRECT
Old Idea That Anything VIII Do as
Holder for the Hat Does Not
Hold Today.

Her accessories betruy her a gem
eS; in accessories? Why, the dit
fcr,,nt" sort of bandhoY one that is
NOT only practical, hut joy forever
as we'll. Ii is "A CunfrrtiuU in hand
painted satin. 1t is rich black with
stiN "wuudrny" looking garden vari,
cities duuhed all over It's shiny surface.
II Is lined with pale rink satin, and
that is all,
Ii you would have another. lend 1t
to the sports hat. Make ii in rose
handkerchief linen. Streak it in the
center mud along the edge of the lid in
generous stitches of wool embroidery
in old blue. DO not omit the handy
Strap across the top; make ii of self
material stitch II her" and there with
the won). and YOU have nn'ti,er Joy"
And now for ynur 'he&t" hat.
Iy> box muSt he "A verjj~hle dream
in ivory satin and silver clorn. On n
background Of >Nttn arrange cut
outs" Of silver cloth In conventions
sli2r6 DESIGNS of the lotus and the
tulip. Outlined in black cheuj3le. the
effect Is striking. Line it with the
satin; stitch Il tiny silk cord where
the side and bottom join. Il is too
adurah|r t. stick away in n dark cloSet.
II is intended for decorative Access
sorry to 81 charming houdolr
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1916-11-23
RECORD HARD TO BEAT.

A shining light in primitive Meth
odism. William Chevertou, known
among his Isle Of Wight friends aS
Bishop Cheyerton," died in his
uinety-siSth year.
For more than seventy~tve wears
this aged farmer and eloquent lay
preacher took services regularly.
without missing single appoint
ment, for the primitive Methodists.
His family kept from him all news
Of the war; in fact. he died without
knowledge Of war matters since Au-
gust. t9t4.~-londun Chronicle.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1916-11-23

President Wilson was re-elect-
ed by a majority of both electoral
and popular votes 50 it can no
more be said that he is represent
ing u minority. The vote proved
that he is we'll liked. Whether
we are Democrats. Republicans,
Socialists or of any other politi-
cal belief, let. Us abide by the
action of the majority and work
together tremendously for the
best interests of the country at
large. The people have spoken,
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1916-11-23

When Cashier Gravesen handed
us copy for change of the First
State Bank advertisement he
told us that if this ad would
bring AZ large deposits az the
last one did he would be satisfied.
He said the last one brought
$3O, 0O0.O 90. The bank now has
a total deposit Of over 100000,
and il one Of the strong institu-
tons of the county.
Askov American. [volume] (Askov, Pine County, Minn.) 1914-current, 1916-11-23

John 7. Craig of Hinckley, il a
candidate for the Office of state
oil Inspector. Mr.. Craig has the
backing Of many state officers
and prominent people throughout
the state. He was chairman of
the Pine County Republican
Committee for several years and
Ii q good booster. We would
like to see Pine County man
secure the position and here is
wishing Mr.. Craig success.