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The Republican journal., 1917-03-08
FOR MAYOR
William K. Keene.
THE SITUATION AT WASHINGTON.

We can only briefly summarize the I'M
portant events of the past few days.
The Gath Congress finally adjourned at
noon, March 4th. Twelve Senators,
headed by LaFollette of Wisconsin, dis
graced themselves and the country by
defeating the bill giving the President
authority to arm merchant ships, previ-
ously passed by the House by vote of
403 to 49, Many important measures
failed to pass.
President Wilson took the oath of of
fee for his second term at noon, March
4tb, in his room at the capitol, and was
formally inaugurated Monday. For the
first time since the Inauguration of Lin
coin in 1861, when the nation faced the
crisis of Civil War, troops guarded
the line of march. In his inaugural ad-
dress, while trumpets blared and martial
accoutrements ratified about him, the
President pictured the deep wrongs the
United States patiently had borne in the
conflict of other peoples without wishing
to wrong or injure in return. Asserting
that the tragedy of another continent
had removed provincialsm and made
Americans citizens of the world, and that
the principles of this republic should be
applied to a liberation of mankind, he
resolutely voiced a determination that
America, standing firm in armed neu-
trality," must demonstrate her claim to
minimum of right and freedom of
action" in world affairs.
The Senate is now in executive session
to confirm the 1,4OO nominations on
which no action had been taken, and an
effort will be made to amend the rules so
that it will be impossible for few Sena-
tors like La Toilette and his following to
defeat the will of the people.
The people and large majority of the
Senate and House are behind the Presi-
dent and stand for the honor and dignity
of the nation and in defence of the Flag.
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08

Germany undertook to destroy with
her submarines one million tons of ship
ping month, and to end the wsr in a
few months by starving England. Last
month she sank less than half that
amount, and contemporary in calling
attention to the fact that most of the
vessels destroyed were not British but of
other natlonalities, seemed to think that
that mitigated the damage done. But as
practically all these ships were employed
in furnishing England with food and
other needed supplies it mattered not
what flag they were under, their destruc-
ton was furthering Germany's attempt
to s1arve England, which seems likely to
prove as great failure as her Zeppelin
raids on defenceless towns and the kill
ing of women and children.
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08
Fifty.two Dollars for Barrel of Sugar.

Mrs. Henry Clews. Jr.. who has or
dered barrel of sugar shipped to her in
Paris by express from New York. had to
nav s21 for the sugar, and for forward
ine she must pay s21 and 81 marine
insurance to guarantee the safe arrival
of the barrel in France and even so she
isn't sure Of getting it.
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08
HOW TO BE RID On
CHRONIC DAADRUE

The only way to be permanent. '-t
gushing, untidy dandrutl -ra 49,
Destroy the dandruff germ aH. Pc. % d
druff for good by rubbing f... ', 1'i
inc Partisan Sage directs lie .aa
until absorbed You Wi -g-" i1l
the result of even one anGI.
Only few days massag a- .ns''
are needed to destroy the l1
dandruif to form The So ID
the hair will grow better show "r 5
vitality. and you need n. i,'
dandruff again. Faded lu .-"-
quickly restored to beauty g "'
treatment, which is ahsolu.. ar4
Partisan Sage can be 1. fa.
Howes & Co. and drugg lists -rs.g
not expensive.
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08

Can we make good our claim to have a
representative government ''of the peo-
pie, by the people and for the people, :"
when dozen senators can defeat legisla-
tion needed for the protection of Ameri-
can lives and property, the maintenance
of the nations honor and the defence of
the country from invasion by ruthless
foe?
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08

They took the rubber heels off the
shoes of the Bernstorff party before they
sailed from Halifax. What about the
chap who had 200 suits of paiamas?
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08
There was a marked decline last week

There was a marked decline last week
in the prices of potatoes, onions and
other staple articles OF food. Potatoes
were quoted at S. per barrel in H oulton
and the market sluggish elsewhere in
Aroostook at Sc. Reports of threaten
ed embargo upon expectation of pota-
toes from New Brunswick created some
uneasiness, as many Maine men are said
to have stock stored at New Brunswick
shipping points, which in case of an en-
barge would have to be disposed of at
lower prices than those prevailing on
this side of the line. A number of car
loads have been held up because of con-
gestion at the points for which they are
destined, and the shortage of cars has
prevented many from shipping when
they could have realized at che top of
the market. In Aroostook they still
talk of potatoes going to $40 a barrel,
but while there is unquestionably a
shortage in the country at large, we
doubt ii these expectations are realized,
though prices are likely to continue high.
What has brought down the price of po-
tatoes, onions. etc., is the boycotts and
the use of substitutes. There has been
a great demand for rice, which has
much larger food value than potatoes,
end may be used in many ways. What
is left over when served as vegetable
may be made into buildings or into cakes
with batter and fried. Hominy is less
known in New England, but has only to
be used to become a popular dish. 1t is
an excellent substitute for potatoes when
eaten with sausages, roast pork or CHOPS
the ''hog and hominy' of the South
and when cold may be cut in slices and
fried.
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08

Of the 10 votes cast in the House of
Representatives against giving the Pres
ident power to protect American lives
and property and maintain the dignity
and honor of the United States twelve
were cast by Western Congressman, and
one by Socialist, misrepresent ing-we
trust-a New York district. The Solid
North and South stood behind the Presi-
dent. Representative Steadman of
North Carolina, Confederate veteran,
and one of the oldest representatives,
answered those who spoke against the
bill with an appeal to patriotism: "This
House ought to send message tc all
nations" he declared, "that it will pro-
tect its rights, the lives of its people
and the American flag, in it's pristine
splendor, wherever it may float, over
land or sea-" The "rebel yelI' sounded
through the chamber as he concluded.
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08

"Unworthy the nation that does not
risk all for honor" says German news
paper. What of this nation, today?
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08

An onion by any other price smells
just as loud. -Por tland Press.
But no other vegetable has the flavor.
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08

The portrait of William Jennings Bry-
an, which is to be hung in the Diplomat
ic Room of the State Department, along
with the portraits of Root, Hay, Blaine,
Seward, and the other Secretaries of
State, presents the Colonel with his
hands extended, in action, and clutching
piece of very white paper on which the
artist has lettered the words: depart
ment of State. Peace Plan" That
shows how Mr.. Bryan expects to go
down in history. Boston Globe.
We move that the original be hung
and the portrait consigned to the junk
pile.
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08

POTATOES are not essential to our
diet; they are 70 per cent water. -
Mass. State Board of Health.
Like some stocks on the market.
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08

So Whipple'll get $4,000 out of the
leak" but what does Tom Lawson get?
-Kennebec Journal
Superfiuous notoriety.
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08

Gott-Berry heads recent marriage
notice. And she did.
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08
LET THE EAGLE SCREAM.

March came in like 3 lamb-cold lamb.
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08

One touch of German diplomacy makes
the rest of the world kin.
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08

The great Tragedy of Democracy,
"Under Two Flags" has concluded it's
long run in Washington.
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08

Swearing over the phone is prohibited,
but we may tell the Kaiser what we
think of HIM by wireless. - Brooklyn
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08

Before the German war debt is paid
they will be calling them o U-boats.
The Republican journal., 1917-03-08
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The Republican journal., 1917-03-08

new name.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27
Young Washington, Enlist!

Washington's quota of 1893 men for the
regular army should be fully recruited
during this week, designated by the
President for the purpose of raising the
10000 necessary to bring the force up to
war strength.
Every citizens association in Wash
ington has been enlisted in this effort.
Even if the associations do not hold
meetings for this purpose, their members
can hustle as recruiting agents. There
are many young men who will be draft
ed anyway. Some of these may be per-
suaded to present themselves for en-
istment in the regular force. The serv-
ice is for the war only.
Washington must not fall down in the
recruiting record 1t is incum bent upon
the capital to do its bit promptly in
every line of the war activity. The
Washington contingent in the ranks of
the fighting forces must be proportion
ate to the population or even better
"uS1 ~" theie Is III eilect rivalry
between the regular army and the Dis
trict National Guard for recruits, while
the Marine Corps is still short its nee
essary strength and is seeking new men,
bers. The District guard wants men
both for the Sd Regiment and the new
cavalry squadron. There is no lack of
opportunity for the young Washington
man to find service, and perhaps early
active service. He has but to choose his
particular line, and he will be accepted
promptly if he meets the physical re-
quirements.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27
A Two-Billion-Dollar Economy.

A two billion dollar saving is expected
from the registration Of the women of
America in the war service, through the
elimination of waste and the wiser and
more economical buying of supplies. The
mere fact that such a saving is possible
should arouse the women of the coun-
try, who manage the pantries and the
kitchens, to an unusual effort. Regis
tration alone will not, Of course, accom-
plish this result. The women who reg
lister must be instructed In the oppor.
tunities and necessities and must learn
this lesson and apply It. But it will be
Of enormous advantage to bring to the
attention Of the housekeepers Of the
country the fact that there is a tremen-
dous waste, equal in value in one year
to the whole liberty loan just foated.
Little leaks in every house make an
immense total in the country. These
leaks are daily. They consist in need
less expenditures Of food and for food.
They are attributable to both the hired
cooks and the housewives themselves.
More food IL bought than Il actually
needed In Q very large number Of homes.
More food II prepared and. st on the
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27

paign, failing by q narrow margin The
Germans are holding to the ruined city
desperately, for the sake Of the coal
, which is mined in this vicinity. But SO
close have come the British in recent
movements that mining has had to be
suspended. The fight now Is for
ground, not coal, the Germans having
been driven in on the tanks so that
Lens is held only as sharp salient, the
crumbling Of which must lead to con-
siderable retreat, as in the case Of the
Somme cities.
In few days will come the first an
niversary of the great Somme offensive,
which marked the change in the west
front campaign from stalemate to Wig
orous allied aggressive fighting. In the
twelve months Germany has lost ire
mendously in men and guns and has
been forced definitely to defensive po-
sition, losing several hundred square
miles Of territory and many valuable
positions. The allied offensive has not
succeeded in driving the Germans out
Of France, but it has demonstrated at
least that there is the power on the
western front to dent and press back
tho Teuton lines almost at will.
The first anniversary Of the Somme
may be marked by the first actual par
ticipation in the fighting Of American
forces, the presence of whom in France
is indicated by question asked yester-
day in the British house Of commons by
a member who wished to know whether
the troops of the United States "now on
the western front" are under British,
French or American command. On this
point the official quizzed was silent, but
the significance of the question itself
is not to be overlooked.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27
Another Republican Victory

In yesterdays special congressional
election in the sixth Indiana district the
| republicans won handily. Their can
| didate had twenty five hundred the best
of the poll. Last year the republican
| candidate had only one hundred and
seventy-eight votes over the democratic
| candidate, the latter the same man who
has just again been defeated.
1t is explained that last year the pro-
gressives, the prohibitionists and the
! socialists made nominations. This year
the contest was between the two old
parties.
The war was not factor. The demo-
Gratis did not repeat the blunder they
made recently in the New Hampshire
special election, when they solicited sup
port on the charge that a vote cast for
the republican candidate would be a vote
cast for the kaiser. The shrewd Yam
KEGS Of the Granite state laughed at
that, and pumped in large numbers for
the candidate they had thus been warned
against.
Indiana is supporting the war. Her
registration was large, and her subscrip-
tions for the liberty bonds very graft
flying. She has record of patriotism
unchallenged and interchangeable.
The contest was waged ON political
lines, and the result has purely a po-
htical meaning. Indiana returned last
year to the republican fold, and this
victory emphasizes that. Republican
policies are approved. Protection in
particular probably comes in for in
dorsement.
These two by.elections-the ono in
New Hampshire and this one in Indiana
show drift which should it continue
should result in republican control of
the next House. The states are widely
separated, and last year took opposite
sides in the presidential race, New
Hampshire supporting Wilson.
But good deal of water must pass
under the bridge before the next House
is chosen. Sixteen months will elapse
before election day, and in that time
many things may happen-are likely to
happen. We shall have experience Of
war; experience Of everyday politics;
experience Of other kinds. Counting
next House chicks now is idle. But We
shah see both Of the old parties strength
en- their organizations, and train for
next year with all the spirit that in them
is. Politics in domestic matters is still
the wear.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27
The Evening Star Newspaper Company
nth St and Pennsylvania Avenue.
Real Reform in Indiana.

At Indianapolis Monday six men
charged with election frauds were con-
,victed in the federal court. All we're
officials, the chief of police Of the
.Hoosier city being among the number.
In the past few years Indiana has
been conspicuous in matters relating to
corruption at the polls. Not only have
offenders been numerous, but well placed
in political affairs. At Terre Haute a
man of enough prominence to be under
discussion for governor was convicted of
a crime against the ballot box, and is
now "doing time" in penitentiary.
1t is to the credit of the state, how
ever, and warrants hope for the future,
that Office and the pulp that goes with
office do not afford protection when ex-
'posure comes and punishment is de-
.manded. The Terre Haute politician
was convicted by a jury drawn from the
--yicinage; and this Indianapolis police
official has met similar fate.
As The Star pointed out some time
ago, a welcome change has appeared in
the record of this sort of offenses. For
a long time only small game was hunted.
In states where election corruption had
taken place the prosecution often went
no further than the running down of
the wastrels who. had executed orders
from men "higher up" For some rea-
son the "higher-ups" were never mo-
Tested, but remained free to edo it
again." and did it again, at the first op-
portunity.
:. The "higher-ups" are now called upon
to take their places in the dock and
the medicine prescribed by the juries
What is sauce for the wastrel is made
sauce for his employer. The corrupter
is put on par with the corrupted.
It i. the only way, if corruption is to
be bAnished from, or even made difficult
in, our political campaigns. Party and
personal rivalries are very sharp. Money
is abundant. Many men seeking Office
are liberal spenders, and sometimes en-
ploy campaign managers long on fnesse
and short on scfuples. In this way cam
paigning has at times touched a low
plane, and men have reached ofice by
-1sthsds -inimieal to the public welfare.
II Indiana has offended she is courage
ously taking steps to make the way of
the transgressor hard.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27
West Front Developments.

British success on the western front
consists lately in gaining certain strate-
gie positions from which later advances
are evidently contemplated. There has
been NO big "push" since early in April.
when large area was gained near
Arras, but some Of the operations have
been Of the utmost importance as bear
ing upon subsequent moves. The taking
Of Messines ridge south of Ypres put
the British in possession Of commanding
ground and gave them distinct advan-
tage which they have not yet pursued,
though in the light of past operations
it is to be expected that later the pos
session Of this high ground will permit
another Of the swift attacks in mass
upon the German positions to the east.
Tbs astest activity 10 In the direction
IL Lsns, for the possession Of which the
British sought ssrly IN the spring cam
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27

table than is consumed. Enough goes
into the garbage cans to feed at least
third as many people as those who have
partaken Of the meals. There is waste,
too, in the buying of the wrong kinds Of
food. There is waste especially in buy
ing in small quantities. There is waste
likewise in buying by proxy, for deliv-
cry. Telephone ordering is not eco
nomical.
It will be an enormous task to teach
the women Of America that they can
and must save in the consumption Of
foodstuffs, but there is no lack Of teach
ers ready for the service. The most
patriotic spirit animates them. They are
ready to work in this cause for nothing,
and their zeal and intelligent service
will bring results.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27
The Coal Agreement.

Yesterdays conference between repre-
sentatives of the government and the
coal producers has brought good results.
A better understanding Of the general
problem of coal mining and transport
and distribution was had by the former
while the latter reached an agreement
to insure a marked reduction in price
to the consumer and speedier methods
Of handling.
One of the large operators acknowl-
edged that there has been an increase
of IS to 100 per cent in the price Of coal
to the consumer, and when asked how
this increase vas justified he answered
@Coal operators are just as human as
anybody else, and they have taken ad-
vantage of conditions and Of the PEG
pie" This Is the same point Of view al
that Of the food dealer who mulets the
consumer in speculative profits at time
of great necessity. It is wholly unjus
Unable, and it points to tho need OF
government regulation. -
Some fear was expressed yesterday
lest the Attorney General apply the anti
trust law in case of an agreement upon
prices by the coal operators. There is
little cause to apprehend such action if
the agreement makes for material re.
duction. The government will not prose.
cute coal operators if they honestly try
to market their product at a reasonable
profit IN manner to give the people q
sufficient supply without e1tortion-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27

The French troops have by no means
quit scoring successes at the front in
order to figure on the amount of work
that can be turned over to the Ameri-
can troops.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27

After a heart heart talk with Sec
rotary Lane, the operators intimated
that "coal baron" will not resent pre-
cedence temporarily assumed by "fuel
dictator"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27

Competition is no longer the life Of
trade when it is a competition among
midd1emen as to which shall collect the
heaviest toll from the ultimate con-
sumner.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27

The bureau of information's daily bull
letin has not yet covered the field in
such way as to prevent trained jour
nalists from coming to Washington to
invest heavily in publication work.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27

The name of Bakhmetieff has long
been familiar to Washington. The new
ambassador associates it with a differ
emit branch of Russian politics.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27

There is less generous consideration
for "cranks" than usual, owing to the
difficulty Of Distinguishing them from
German propagandists.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27

A motion to adjourn evidently appeals
to Representative Claude Kitchin. He
likes to think about it, even if it is away
over in August.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27

Base ball will do its bit for the Red
Cross, even though the great association
provides no bandages for the broken
hearts on losing team.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27
A Drastic Theorist.

"You insist that women ought TO
votew
"Emphatically," replied Mr. Growcher
off a woman can't vote in the community
where she lives, I'm in favor of punish
ing that community"
"How7"
"By letting the votedemanding women
forsake it to reside in one of the states
where the ballot is legally theirs.y
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27

Uncle Sam Is not Boosting Of skul-
tur," but Is expected to take a hand Id
the uplift with big equipment of fly
ing machines.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27
Welcome,

The word of honest greeting
By the nation is displayed,
Where the men of mark are meet;no
Resolute and unafraid.
In English it is lettered,
And in French it meets the gaze.
Its meaning can't be bettered
BY choice Of form and phrase.
AS they meet for discussion
OF world needs-and yours and mine
There is welcome" writ in Russian:
In Italian it looks fine,
All the peoples who draw near It
Labor for glorious end.
1t is "Welcome" in a spirit
knltur cannot comprehend.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27

This year the Fourth of July will be
observed as a reminder not Of revolu-
ton, but Of reconciliation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27

The Ultimate Audience.
A picket had a word to say;
They couldn't make her stop.
She put it on banner gay
And told it to a cop.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27
Entertainment.

'Ts there any use of my fishing in that
pond" asked the man with the elab-
crate equipment.
"Yes," replied Farmer Corntossel. 81
reckon it would be some recreation. Yon
may not ketch anything, but there's a
number of lonesome fish in there that
'ud like to be amused"
"some men," said Uncle Eben, cover
works DER piety 50 hahd on Sunday dat
dey feels called on to give it six GayS
rest"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27

"Conservation" has come to mean more
in the kitchen than it used to mean in
connection with forestry.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1917-06-27

A great deal of patience has been
shown with slackcrs on the theory that
they do not know any better.