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The Detroit times., 1917-10-29
Cooperation the
Spiritof Democracy
BY OR. FRANK CRANE
Copyright. 1915. by Frank Crane)

!
The United States is just now engaged
in the most critical enterprise in it's his
tory 1t is n business that has to be
done not pretty well, but in the very best
way possible.
\ stricken world, attacked by the most
efficient military organization ever
known. has cried out for help II the
help We offer is to be of any use it must
be overwhelming. The blow we deliver
must carry with it every ounce of
strength we possess.
No nation can strike unless it is united.
It's power is in exact proportion to its
unity
1t is the glory Of democracy that it
gives the individual citizen the maximum
of liberty. tie can go and come carry
on his affairs. and express his opinions
as he pleases This is the arr of tree
dom in which democracy thrives.
But If that is all there is to it, democ-
racy is no more than a mob and slumps
INTO anarchy.
This Spirit Of freedom ought TO be a
spirit OF cooperation. If it be simply
the spirit of eternal dissension there is
no social progress no communal
strength
This is what lot Of people do not real
ize. We have decided, thru our regularly
chosen officials, to 90 to war Before we
did so it was proper 10 discuss whether
We wanted war or not Now it is not
proper, il is weakness, folly and verges
on treason
Tn revolt against monarchy we insisted
upon government toy majority. If we
will not let the majority rule, but keep
on revolving. We are simply lot of quar-
reling school children. We become inn
potent and ridiculous
The trouble with people Of the stripe
of Senator Ia Toilette ID that they are
not good sports Beaten in the arena
of public discussion, they refuse to give
up. They are incapable of social, united
effort. They would reduce our govern
mental structure 70 q heap of stones
Does intelligence preclude team work.
Are thinking people incapable Of concert
ed action? Can people that play base
ball not DO as disciplined service in de-
Tending their national existence? Can
free people not work together for a
great deed, but must they talk talk. talk
forever?
The people who continue carping at
the United States for going to war are
not noble heroes, loyal to their con-
science, Martin Luthers. one-man-with-
God, and All that; they are petty petu-
ant. egoistic and wilfuL They are like
pouting school girls VINO, il they cannot
have their own way take their doll rags
and 90 home.
When a nations existence and the
principles that underlie its liberties are
in danger you cannot dignity those un-
ruly and opinionated minds who prefer
the triumph CT their own contentious 10
the life Of the whole community.
There is but one worthy stand to be
taken now by the citizens Of this country.
and that Is to stand solidly undivided be-
hind the President, the Army, and the
Navy, submerRng pride Of opinion in pa
triotism, at least until this hour of dan
ger be overpast.
The man who cannot do this cannot
play the game Of life; he is bad citizen
and point Of weakness in our communal
life
Government by majority may have it's
flaws. but government by nuisance is in
toerable
The Detroit times., 1917-10-29
Second Liberty Loan
A Great Success; Get
Ready For Next One
The second Liberty Loan is a success.

The second Liberty Loan IS a success.
Millions Of Americans, rich and poor,
have loaned their country billions Of dol
lars--not only all, but more than was
asked for.
By so doing they not only again put
the seal of their sanction upon their gov
ernment's war plans, but announced 10
the world, particularly TO the German
people, their determination to continue
the war until the object for which Amer
ica entered it is accomphshed-the free
dom of the world thru the crushing OF
Prusdan militarism-
There is not the shadow of a doubt
that the magnificent response Of the
American people during the past four
weeks 10 their governments stupendous
money needs, is as great blow at the
morale Of the German people as the re-
cent glorious victories of the British and
French on the western front.
II is not mere rhetoric, but literally
true, that every man, woman or child
who bought one of these Liberty Bonds
has contributed in some measure, how
ever small, to the final victory which
some day, we cannot know when. vii
crown the arms Of America and hel
allies.
Your Liberty Bond is badge Of honor
Of which you may well be proud
II 1t is but $50 bond and the money
you paid for it represents real sacrifice
then the honor is all the greater.
There are going to be other Loans
many of them
Within few months you are going tC
be given another chance TO loan your saw
ings to your government as further
pledge Of your loyalty, independence anC
dignity
1t is your duty to yourself, to youi
country and to the cause of liberty thru
out the world to begin now, today, to get
ready to do your part toward making tn,
third Liberty Loan even more successful
than the first and second ones.
When the next call comes do not sufe,
the humiliation of not being able to re-
spond because you have wasted your sur
plus money on useless things.
Probably millions of people who hac
the desire to subscribe to the second Lib
erty Loan were unable to do so becaus,
they had failed to anticipate the neces
sity for saving.
Keen as their regrets may be and prob
ably are today, they can DO much TOWARD
wiping them out by beginning now &c
prepare for their duty by saving for tho
next loan.
The financial resources of America ar,
practically unlimited. Our annual in
come is greater than that Of any othe,
three nations of the world.
We can finance our part in the war
however much il costs, without tn,
slightest difficulty if everyone Of us vii
do his part.
But we cannot do our part if we spen,
our surplus money for the foolish. un
necessary and for the most part harm
ful things which are bad for US in peace
time and which in wartime are a posi-
tive menace 10 the nation.
The Detroit times., 1917-10-29

.he shrloked. as the boat gave another lurch
"Oh George. try 10 manage 81"
II wiH" replied he firmly Il could got along
epicudidIy if the waves didn't make 10 80 all ways
a once Don1 bo afraid. Sarah We're getting
nearer. aren't wc7"
"a little oh. George what shan We DO II NE
boa, is lost7"
Don't Won vorry yourself about that my
dear" said George soothiugly. You mustn't up
act yourself about other peoples business. n
ISN'T our boat"
And no continued his fight with tho cruel, re-
morsolcss waves.
The Detroit times., 1917-10-29

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largely fhc case
E og 20 DOR
aeraR AID ife
tinlanre thru
4 re winter
months
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inning - fheac
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The Detroit times., 1917-10-29
The Thinker
~ sERroN sRALsY

Poem Dedicated fo
W C. OURANT
b. ~ herrolef Motor Co. 49, he Author
Back ~ 'ho beating hamuer
Hl which f'e .teel o. wrought.
Bark 0f fht Workshop clamor
Tho Terkor may hnd fhc Thought,
The Thought that is master
~ ir0n and steam and steel.
Tfaf rises above disaster
And crushoa ~ under heel
Tic drudge may fret and tinker
or labor 1lfh lusfy blows,
Bui back ~ him stands The Thinker
The Cleareyed man who knows.
For into each plov or sabre,
Each piece and part and whole.
Mus go no brains % labor
Which gives tho work SOUL
Back ~ the motors hummlng
BicE ~ me belta iIaf sing
BACK ~ fhe hammers drumming.
Back ~ the cranes hat swing,
Thfr9 ls Mo eye which scans them
Watching thru Stress and strain.
There is Tho Mind which plans Thorn. y ~
Back N the Drawn the Bralnl
Might ~ the roaring boiler.
Force ~ The engines thrust.
Strength ~ the sweating tollor.
Greatly I'm these trust
Bur back ~ thfm stands fhe Gchpmrr,
The Thinker who drives things thl1
Back ~ the job tho Dreamer
Who's making NE Dream come trusi
The Detroit times., 1917-10-29
Laugh Win Us

Thcv were tossing about on The wild and rest
49, hrth in "a small open boat ~ least 100 feet
from tho beach he WAS struggling manfuy TO
The Detroit times., 1917-10-29

and 20 pull for the shore: she
was sitting in n heap In the
stern Of The frail bark. holding
on like grim death and mental
Iv vowing that she would never
again DO tempted by her lovers
daring spirit 20 venture 80 far
from land
or Lrou va afa1 ~ rvpr -
The Detroit times., 1917-10-29
The Keep Well
Column
SLEEP

Tha' which De- looked lrra AZ e.
faf today becomes the rnrese.fy ~
The Detroit times., 1917-10-29

tho great cavernous jaws ~
the shark opened before mo"
-'cWhat did YOU do7" asked
ono Of the ladies.
Il took my forceps out ~
The pocket ~ my bathing suit
and pulled his teeth before ha
had n chance % seize mo. n
was the quickest and neatsst
n Ala
The Detroit times., 1917-10-29

~ was dreadful moment said, mo DENTS
The Detroit times., 1917-10-29

.bl, Of work I ever did
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-04-25
Berlin Will Adopt
Ruthless Policy to
Suppress Strikes
Rcichstag Committee Hears
Plans of Munitions Chief
3 New Republics Predicted

London, April PA dispatch to
"Thc Exchange Telegraph from Am
sterdam says the German Reichstag
committee which was formed to fur
Their the operations of the civilian pa
triotic service, met yesterday to dis
cuss the strikes of munition workers.
General Groencr. head Of the Depart
ment Of Munitions. declared at the
meeting that it had Deeu decided TO
oppose ruthlessly any further INTERRUPT
ton i'm the making Of arms and num-
tons.
At conference held here OF jour
nalists representing the European neu-
trial countries, the situation in Spain,
Holland, Greece and Scandinavia was
discussed, particularly from the eco
monte and political side, especial con
sidcration being given the eject the
Russian revolution had had IN the ma
tions under discussion.
One speaker at the conference de-
clared that republican sentiment had
won many converts in the European
neutral countries, He expressed the
belief that republics would be set up
before the end Of the war in Sweden
Greece and Spain. This speaker, who
had recently rctdrncd from Sweden
declared that republican doctrine was
being widely preached there and was
gaining a ready hearing.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-04-25
Red Cross Campaign
To Be Begun To-day
soeakers' Bureau Will Train
Women; Colonial Danes
Busy on Relief Work

Ped Cross conference called by
,..,i8er. Wilson TO organize a national
,..srsisine campaign VIII he held this
.a,--oo, T.. the executive headQuar-
~, 30 East Tbirty-s.xth Street.
Yrs Richard Aidrich is establishing
Ped Cross speakers bureau this week
:. .-s,r workers for membership cam
60 Training classes are TO be held
10 Board of Education Building,
g.. Avenue and IIfty-Einth Street, on
...,s consecutive days. The first group
!, ,orposed Of Barnard students. Others
In be drawn from graduates Of high
..sools and from those with previous
,,,,rerce IN organization work.
~ Colonial Danes Of the State Of
v,v York o. which Mrs. Hamilton
F,,,f,r is president. have established
rsr rcNcf Woraroom for the Red
C-oss a. Q West Forty seventh street,
vs,rs classes DO surgical dressings arc
,.-5pc,e6 daily. They have completed
ko,pitsl lncn equipment for naval
I,ss hospital unit of go beds.
Mss Anne Morgan VIII give a public
-,,eption 20 the National League for
Vorer's Service this afternoon at her
rome. PIG Madison Avenue, 10 launch a
,srpsign for national demonstra-
M, 10 enlist tho services. interest and
,-5 nstriotism Of women for war work.
~ league viii hold mass meetings
erpltsreously loo forty states TO show
women how they can aid the govern
rrrt
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-04-25
Sanity Test for All
Condemned to Chair
Governor Acts to Stop Last
Minute Reprieves-Com-
mission Named

ALBANY. April "a Governor Whit
man instituted to-day method of pro-
cedure designed 10 forcstall last min
ute confusion IN executing the death
penalty al Sing Sing, such as accom-
panied the clectrocution Of Won Den
Corput on Saturday and has marked
the Stielow and many oJher murder
cases in this state.
A commission of well known alienists
will examine each condemned man for
signs Of insanity after the Court OF
Appeals has passed on his case and set
a time for execution.
"Thc state does not desire nor do
any of its citizens wish 10 have an in
sane person clectrocuted,' said the
Governor. at has become customary
for friends Of condemned murderers 20
wait until the week during which the
murderer is to be clectrocuted and
then make an appeal 20 the Executive
upon the grounds that the prisoner Is
insane. This causes much anxiety on
nv part. and in very many cases It IS
necessary 20 grant n reprlcve or respite
i'm order that the fact of the sanity Of
the person can be properly determined.
For the present / shall designate
Charles W. Pilgrim, VI. D., medical
member OF the State Hospital Commits
sion; r. +. c. kieb. VI. d., medical SUI
ncrintcndcnt Of the Natteawan State
Hospital. and George A. Smith, VI. d.,
medical suDcrintcndcnt Of the Central
Islip state Hospital, as commission
TO proceed 10 Sing Sing Prison and
make thorough examination of An
tonic Impoluzzo. Frank Ferrara and
Arthur W. Waite
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-04-25
Sinking of Refugee Ship
Anglers Russian Socialists

London. April "a Dispatches from
petrograd to-day state that the Rus
sian Socialists are greatly exercised
over the sinking by a German subma-
riae OF the steamer cara. which was
taking home a number Of Russian ref
ugees. The lara sailed on April II
and was torpedoed in northern waters
two days later.
The official organ of the Council Of
Labor Deputies i'm Petrograd says:
This heavy blow right at the heart
of the Russian revolution cannot pass
without its effect. The revolutionary
democracy must reply with q blow at
the centre from which the torpedo was
sent. The democracy must regard the
murder Of its leaders as proof that the
rulers Of Germany arc base hypocrites
and that their promises not TO harm
the cause Of Russian liberty are empty
words"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-04-25
Tobacco Users to Get
Less for Their Money
War Tax to Cause Reduction
of 20 Per Cent in Size
of Packages

Even that astute and venerable in
dividual who always had tobacco in
his old tobacco box" is likely 20 find
himself on short rations when the war
tax on tobacco gets in its work. Manu-
facturers are only waiting for definite
word as to the weight Of the tax be-
fore making commensurate reductions
in the size Of packages.
They estimate that the new tax will
mean a reduction OF about 20 per cent
in the quantity of tobacco. cigars and
cigarettes sold for the present prices.
The cigarette box that now contains
ten cigarettes will have only eight,
cigars will be smaller BY about one
fifth and the standard packages Of to-
bacco will be decreased in the same
ratio.
Tobacco dealers believe that no in
dustry will bear n greater part OF the
war costs than theirs. They point out
that they will have TO pay income
taxes. excess profits taxes. special com
modify taxes and taxes for engaging IN
the wholesale or retail tobacco bust
moss
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-04-25
Britain to Insure
Ships of Neutrals
Extends War Protection to
Cargoes Between Europe
and Western Ports

The British government has granted
Us war risk insurance TO cargoes on
neutral ships plying between North
American. Mexican Gull and West
Indies ports to and from the United
Kingdom. France. Portugal and west
coast Italian ports. according TO cable
gram received yesterday by /. A. Wight
q Co., marine insurance underwriters,
This is the first time British war risk
insurance has been granted to neutral
ships. except in occasional limited lines,
representative of the underwriters
said. and the action Will have an lmpor-
taut effect on the movement of cargoes.
Rates quoted i'm the cablcgram were
as follows: To and from North America
and United Kingdom, France, including
the Mediterranean. Portugal and West
Italy. 3 per cent; to and from Mexican
Gulf. West Indies, Portugal and west
coast Italy, per cent
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-04-25
Franklin Praises
u. S. Navy Gunners

The efficient and satisfactory" man
ner in which the American Line steam
ships were armed and manned By Off
GERS Of the United States navy was
highly praised in a letter written by
President p. A. S Franklin TO Secre-
tary Daniels and made public yester-
day.
"The work reflects the greatest credit
on the Secretary. on Admirals Benson
and Usher and the assistants in charge
Of the work. and it makes me feel
proud Of the American navy Mr.
Franklin stated.
Replying, Secretary Daniels said that
the assurance from Mr.. Franklin was
gratifying, and he paid tribute to 1.-THE
splendid young men. officers and en-
listed men who manned the guns.
Every one in the navy Secretary
Daniels wrote. from the admiral to
the newest recruit. has entered the
service with the best American spirit
and they report 70 me that they have
received such splendid cooperation as
10 make this hazardous work one IN
which they are proud 70 be Amer.
cans"
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-04-25
Kings Trick to Save Crown,
Saws Provisional Gov
ernment's Envoy
Story in German Paper
Aravantinos Insists Only Con-
stantine's Fall Can Put
Country Into War

The Atlantis" Greek paper Of this
city, received yesterday the following
cablcgram from Athens:
The Greek daily newspaper Embros,
Athens, IN an inspired leading article,
states that Greece is about to enter the
war on the side Of the Allies. The new
Prime Minister will be Alexander
Zaimis, who has - de proposals TO the
Entente Powers, which have been ac-
ccpted."
Professor ?. Arayantinos, envoy OK
traordinary Of the Greek provisional
government to this country, character
izcd as a ruse Of King Constantine the
report that Greece is on the point Of
entering the war on the SIDE Of the
Allies. The envoy branded as false the
"Embros" story that the King was ia
voring an alliance with the Entente
Powers. He declared that It was only
bit Of Constantine's cunning, con
trived for the purpose Of gaining time
TO save his throne.
1T is impossible for one 20 imagine
the present Greek King in an alliance
with the Entente Powers" said Ara
vantines. "The Allies know well that
Constantine will never JOIN them. II
would be self-deception on their part
10 enter into negotiations now with the
King. This was possible as long as the
Gar Of Russia. his protector, was on
the throne. and as long as the Greek
Dcoplc were one. Now the only thing
thai can save the Greek situation and
insure Greece's position as a factor IN
the Balkans is to put into action the
desire Of ree-thinking Greeks the
world ovor-the dethronemcnt of the
Ki-E.
As long as there is a King remain
ing In Greece there will always exist
division among the people and chaos
i'm the state. There Will always remain
that pro-GermaniSm which is bred by
g. corrupt court. Eliminate Constan-
tine and at once the army and the peo-
PIE become united.
Il hope that now, after the glorious
entry of America into the war for
the safeguarding Of democracy. this
government. iu seeking a solution OF
the Greek problem, viii decide in favor
of the Greek people and not Of the
Greek King.
81 may add that the 'Embros,' Of
Athens. the newspaper which printed
the report, is well known as a, pro
German paper, subsidized by Baron
ScbeDk. II has assumed an exceed
ingly hostile attitude toward the
United States and has many times ln-
suited it since Americas entrance into
the war
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-04-25
German Uprising
Is Imminent in
Southern Brazil
Teutons Concentrating, Rio
Hears; Natives Incensed
Against Them

Rio dc Janeiro. April 2i.-Telegrams
received here to-day from Parana con-
firm reports that the Germans in south
crn Brazilian states are concentrating
in the State Of Santa Catharina. II is
believed a German instruction in the
south is imminent.
Deputy Jose Nabuco de Gouyea, Of
Rio Grandc do SUI --turned to Rio De
Janeiro to-day, and said he vas able to
confirm reports that the recent disturb
ances in Porto Allegro were caused by
Germans. lie declared that the native
population was incensed, and was de-
termined to crush the Germans # they
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-04-25
Family Urged Kaiser
To Abdicate, Is Report
Clerical Organ in Rome Claims
Confirmation of Rumor

Rome. April 2f The "Corr'ere
dItaha." the Clerical organ, declares
that il is able 10 confirm reports Pun
hshcd In the Spanish newspapers that
the immediate following Of the German
Emperor Is eNertIng pressure on MIN
90 abdicatc The paper saws that AT
recent meeting OF the Hohenzollcrh
family one member, holder than me
rest. intimatod that the Emperor might
save the situation by following the OK
annie Of the Emperor Nicholas.
The German monarch is reported to
have turned pale. and after observing
that the general opinion was against
him left the room muttcring: Nv
shall Sec" The same evening he sum
morcd another family council Inc
chancellor and some Of the ministers
were present, but whatever passed re-
mains unknown. n;.
Little Importance is attached to tins
story I'M Italian political circles. IN
these quarters il is thought that the
etorv has German origin and is put
out with the intention Of Influencing
onirfor.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-04-25
Boys in Naval Reserve
Lads from IA to Is Wanted for
Merchant Marine and Navy

The United States Junior Naval Re
Hue, which has been organized 20
,r1ln boys for the merchant marine
AID navy. wants 400 more recruits be-
tween the ages a. fourteen and eigh-
Ten A. once. Those who wish 10 en-
Aa should communicate with the or
garlIaiion. al 22l West Flfty-eighth
street The telephone number has
t,en chosen in honor OF the first man
% promote the American merchant ma
Inc. Il is Columbus 1892.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-04-25
New Liquor Rules
Made for Russia
Government Makes 5 Per Cent
Alcohol Drinks the Limit

Psirograd, April o4-Tho Provisional
Government has modified the rules gov
sning the sale Of alcoholic drinks by
he Introduction OF the following rcgu-
h'.ons:
FIRST the sale Of alcoholic drinks
cott1ining a percentage of alcohol in
exec" Of one and a half degrees rs
Prohibited throughout Russia; second,
export 20 foreign countries Of grape
vines OF every kind is permitted. re-
nftlsss Of their percentage Of alcohol;
tri. IN wine growing districts the
uls Of wines produced locally, and
no.. containing a percentage of alcohol
% excess OF twelve degrees. is per-
riilsd Sales OF these wines outside
Of the wine growing districts is only
permitted in towns. and may be pro
hbiei by the municipal authorities.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-04-25
German Wireless Plant
Planned Tor Argentina

Bucnos Ayres. April PA German
firm representing the Telefunken Ger
man wireless SYSTEM has requested the
Argentine government for authorization
to make tests during the month Of
May. with the object of receiving radio
grams from Berlin. Later the firm Will
ask for a formal concession for the IN
stalation of a powerful wireless station
here
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-04-25
Thaw Falls Behind Foes Lines;
Tells France i. S. Is in War
American Aviator Wings Two More Enemy Planes
French Warn Him to Fly to Safety Just as
German Guard Approaches

81 am an American. flying with the
French. Here is my American flag
Didn't you know that the United States
had declared war against Germany
he answered. The people declared that
he had brought the first news Of Ameri-
cas- action and that he was the first
Allied soldier they had seen in two
years. Many men and women sought
10 embrace him. while several others
gave him flowers.
The whole demonstration lasted less
than ten minutes before the necessary
adjustments had been made. As the
last screw was being frightened cry
rose from those on the outside OF the
crowd that German patrol was APP
preaching.
"Sauye qui peut! Les Boches y
sont!"