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Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16
Organised Agriculture In Nebraska.

One of the most notable assemblages Of the
season is now gathered at Lincoln, meeting of
farmers and scientists who will discuss farming
in all its branches and rami6cations. 1t Is
through such methods the state has been brought
to the forefront in both quality and quantity Of
its production. The Nebraska farmer is not only
progressive, but is aggressive as WELL He doesn't
hesitate to experiment, nor to apply knowledge
gained through another's experience. A great
college Of agriculture is maintained by the state
for research and development work, and scien-
fists there and in the field are continually en-
gagged on the farmers problems not only to i'm
prove the breed. but to increase the yield, and
the great industry has gained immensely through
this service.
The present session amounts to clinic in
every department Of the farms complex activi-
ties, and from il must come benefit to ALL
A noteworthy feature Of the gathering will be
the presence Of large delegation Of farmers
from the northwestern part Of the state, who
travel IN specially chartered Pullman train.
These men come from county that thirty years
ago grew little but tumble weed and bunch grass
Their present prosperity is but small evidence
Of the advance in Nebraska within generation.
This is the land Of opportunity and nobody re-
alizes it more fully than the Nebraska farmer
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16
Topheavy Government.

In the extract which we have printed from
the inaugural Of Governor Capper Of Kansas he
hits the nail OF topheavy and extravagant gov
eminent squarey on the head in a way just as
pertinent for us in Nebraska as for his constitu
ency in Kansas. 1t is so self-evident that we are
governed too much or rather have too much gov
ernng machinery, that further demonstration is
unnecessary. As Governor Capper says, the null
tipication and complication of unnecessary
boards, commissioners and officers charged with
the conduct of public affairs would never be toll
Grated for an instant in private business and there
is no good reason why the state and county and
city should cling to wastefu and obsolete systems
and refuse to adopt modern labor-saving time
expeditng and money-economizing methods.
Nebraska's state house is about as board-rid-
den and commission-rdden as it well could be
and yet we have proposals for more boards and
more commissions. Here in Omaha we have
four sets of local governments--county, city,
school district and water district-doing BUSH
ness over the same territory and for the same
people on money coming out of the same pock-
cts We seem unable to realize that the high cost
of living and the high cost of government are
closely related and every merger OF governing
authorities is offset by the creation Of new Of
fees.
There is no doubt that il we could have the
machinery of our state and local governments
recast and rebuilt on efficiency lines we could
save for the taxpayers at least half OF their
money or, rather, give them 100 cents Of return
for every dollar for which they now get only so
cents value. Why, then, should we wait until the
load becomes unbearabe before setting about in
earnest to tighten It?
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16
The Legislature Of 1907.

Our democratic friends down at Lincoln are
talking Of initiating the example Of the legisla-
ture Of 1907 They couldn't pick better model.
That legislature, controlled in both branches by
republicans, made record which still stands
without equal in Nebraska history, Its mem
bers were elected on platform Of definite prom
ises, and il redeemed each promise in order.
Every pledge made before election was enacted
into law, and each law was signed by republi-
can governor, and when the session was ended it
was with clean slate. Reformatory laws then
passed have stood the test Of the courts, are still
on the books, and citizens of Nebraska have the
benefit Of them. This legislature, however, was
bitterly assailed by the democrats. who even to-
day claim credit for legislation then passed BY
republicans. The lawmakers Of today can do no
better than to emulate the example of those of
1907 Only the shifty politicians will consider
the likelihood Of being overtaken by the ingrati-
tude of the people, as were the legislators who
made UP that body, now coming to be recog-
nized as the best of its kind the state ever knew
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16
This Day in History.


17s5-First patent for machine for
heading and cutting nails granted to
Jacob Perkins Of Neyburyport, Mass
1S09--Sir John Moore killed at bat
tie of Corunna between the British
and French. rl,te eFa
1S15--General Henry w. Hallack,
chief commander Of the federal arm
les during an early period of the civil
war, born at Westerville, N. Y. Died
in Louisville January 0, 1872. sr
1817--Alexander j. Dallas, secre-
tary of the treasury under Madison,
Jamaica, West Indies, June 81, 1853.
.1S3S-Lord Durham was appointed
governor general Of Canada, with spe-
cial powers for dealing with rebel
lion. H.s
1S55-First territorial legislature Of
Nebraska convened at Omaha.
1S65-Edward Everett, orator and
statesman, died In Boston. Born at
Dorchester, Mass, April II, 1874.
1867--A bill passed both houses Of
congress providing for the admission
of Colorado to statehood. Vetoed by
President Johnson.)
18S0-Dr. Lyman Abbott was in
stalled as pastor Of Plymouth church,
Brooklyn.
1900-Dawson City, Klondyke, al
most destroyed by fire.
1910-Widespread boycott of meat
was started at Washington by Anti
Food Trust league.
1912-President Taft warned the
Cuban government that the United
States would intervene If the military
continued to interfere in political
affairs.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

they shall agree to enforce the de-
crees of the arbitral court by war"
In the first place, the leagues pro-
posals have not unchanged one iota
since their adoption at Independence
hall, Philadelphia, June II, 1915. In
the second place, there Is no propo-
sal whatsoever ito enforce the DEGREES
of the arbitral court by war" The
proposal is not even to enforce refer
ence to the court or council of con-
Citation by war. The only time that
force can be invoked by the league is
when the league proceeds against
nation that goes to war without first
submitting its case to court or coun-
Gil of Cancellation.
The League to Enforce Peace en-
forces delay. 1t does not enforce
judgment. Is any American states
man unwilling to have the United
States go that far?
HAMILTON HOLT,
Vice Chairman Executive Com
mittee League to Enforce
Peace
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16
The Day We Celebrate.

William H. Thomas, the real estate
and loan man, has a birthday today.
He was born in Utah in 1857 He liz
recognized as one of the best experts
on real estate values in Omaha
Rt. Hon. Ivor Churchill Guest, sec
ond Baron Wimborne, the present
lord lieutenant of Ireland, born forty
three years ago today.
Robert w. Service, who has been
named "the poet of the Yukon" and
'.the Kipling of the Arctic world
born at Preston. England, forty-one
years ago today.
Sir Johnston Forbes Robertson, one
of the most noted actors of the Eng
lish and American stage, born in Lon
don sixty-four years ago today.
Rear Admiral Charles D. Sigsbee,
U. s. N, retired, who commanded the
battleship Maine when it was de-
stroyed at Havana, born at Albany,
N. Y, seventy-two years ago today.
George v. Hobart, well known as
author and playwright, born at Cape
Breton, N. s., fifty years ago today.
J. Erskine Mayer, pitcher of the
Philadelphia National league base ball
team. born at Atlanta, Ca, twenty
six years ago today.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

Of the signal service here, has arrived
in the city and is stopping at the Mer-
chants
The Eastern Omaha Land company
filed articles of incorporation with the
county clerk, the incorporators being
G. w. Holdrege, H W. Yates, L. H.
Tower and r. C. Cushing, associating
themselves together with a. capital
stock of $250,000 for the purpose Of
buying and improving land in Doug
las county, Nebraska, and Pottawat-
tamie county, Iowa.
William McCague and c. E. Mayne
are selling Benson lots, to which
street cars will run before fall.
The Omaha Toboggan club is plan
ming to give a great carnival in cos
tune on the toboggan slide. The
ladies will be carried to the slide in
a large sleigh. The slide is illumi-
mated every night and there are al
ways some of the members sliding, ex-
cept on Sundays.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16
LAUGHING GAS.

"As I was crossing the bridge the other
day. said an Irishman, II met Pat O'Brien
OBrien,' says |. how are your Pretty
well thank you Brady says. Brady" says
|. that's not my name. Faith, says he, and
mines not O'Brien.' With that we agin
looked at each other an sure enough 1t
was nayther OF us."-Boston Transcript,
Raggsey-Hey! You won't get nothn
worth eatin' in that place. Dey's vege-
tarians.
Hungry Higgins-Is dat right?
Raggsey-Yeh, an dey got er dog wot
ain't.-Louisville Courier Journal.
II hear the coal barons are again rails
inging prices"
That's foolish. The public are mad
enough as 1t is, and this continual raising
OF coal only adds fuel to the flames
Baltimore American.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16
Timely Jottings and Reminders.

Today is the centennial anniversary
of the death of Alexander ]. Dallas,
who was secretary Of the treasury un-
der Madison and father of the famous
United States bank"
Republicans of New Jersey will
gather in force today at Trenton for
the inauguration of Governor Walter
e. Edge and the other state officials
chosen In November.
The inauguration of Governor James
. E. Ferguson, marking the beginning
of his second term as chief executive
of Texas, will take place today at
Austin.
The Board of Health of New York
City today will put into effect an or
der prohibiting the practice Of "bloat-
ing" oysters, which is estimated to
cost the consumers many thousands
of dollars yearly
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

joint commission of city and state experts
recently advised the governor of the Empire state
and the mayor of New York City what steps were
necessary to check the rising cost Of living Mean
while state tax commission is devising means
Of raising more revenue to meet state budget
of $So0o0,00o, Thus while one body searched for
sources Of economy the other plans to reach the
saving. The dear public gets the hammer both
ways.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16
In Omaha Thirty Years Ago.

Hon. W. r. Vaughan, who has been
a resident of Council Bluffs for the
last eighteen years, during which time
he was mayor for five years, has re-
moved with his interesting family to
Omaha. Mrs Vaughan is a sister OF
p. C. De Vol Of the wholesale hard
ware firm of Rector, Wilhe!my q Co.
of this city. Mr.. Vaughan is one OF
the most enterprising men alive, is
way up in secret and benevolent or
ganizations and will succeed in any
venture that he may engage in.
George II. Hagen of Fort Smith,
who has been assigned to take charge
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

One man objects to the penalty system of
enforcing promptness in paying electric lighting
bills. The same penalty, however, is incorporated
in water bills, gas bills telephone bills, ice bills
and milk bills. Why should the prompt-pay
patron have to chip in to carry the slow.pay man?
That is one place where private business can
well emulate the public service company
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

British artillery bombarded French
city Of Lille. in possession OF Ger
mans.
Germans for the first time reported
lighting side by side with Turks in
Persia.
Reinforced Russian columns pushed
new offensive against Turks in eau
casus along a 100-mile front
Italian artillery increased Its actlv-
ity against Monte San Michele and the
bridgeheads of Tolmino and Gorilla.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16
THE BAGGAGE MAN.
Washington Star.

Washington Star.
We often blame the baggage man
And say he lifts trunk
For fun, as high up as he can.
Then let's 'er fall, kerplunk!
Yet patiently he hurries round
Amid the dust and gloom,
Until at last your things are found
Down in the baggage room. -
He uses brains and muscle, too.
To save the luggage fine;
Likewise the boxes, far from new,
Made shut with paste and twins.
He sees a glad procession go,
But never Joins the throng.
For he must hustle, there below,
To help the crowd along.
He asks no praise, he fears no blame
When weary tempers fare.
He does his duty just the same,
And handles 'em with care.
When work Is done, for mild repose,
A comic page he'll scan;
And 'mongst the gibes he reads are tho,
About the baggage man.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16
psAR Mr.. kABlBBlE,
! Az GolNG 10 DESERT ny
WIFE N nF MoeNlNf, SOME
MoRNlA9 - WHERE SHOULD Z
GAE the NorE?
-zlAsc1 elv,n
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Nor IN Your TROUSERS
PcM1 SMELL KNOW ABour
" BEFORE ToU LEAVE


There seems to be more business about
the seaside resorts than about the noun
tains. How do you explain it?"
II guess 1t is because things are dull now
and then In the mountains, but there is
always more or less booming Of the sea-,
Baltimore American.
She-Do you think 1t will be all right
for us after we are married to settle
couple OF squares away fro my family?
He-I was going to say a couple Of states.
Dallas News.
Bill-Isn't nature kini7
'Jill--What now? .. %
See how dark It's getting"
We'll, then what?"
II have to pass my tailors on my way
home. "-Yonkers Statesman.
IT want a dog for my suburban place.
but not one to get into mischief. Do you
know what kind Of dog is apt more than
another to steal eggs?"
mo, don't, but suppose 1t Is = setter
Baltimore American.
Babson-Why do you always take taxi
home from the club nights?
Bibbler--When 1 arrive at my door and
learn how much the fare Is, 1t sobers me
Instantly. Transcript
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16
Storyette OF the Day.

The family were having guests to
dinner. and 6-year-old Edward had
his supper alone and was sent to bed
somewhat earlier than usual. The ap-
petizing aroma Of roast turkey, in
which he had not shared, reached him
as he lay awake bordering over his
hard fate, and he decided to descend
to the dining room and claim his
rights.
But when father, beholding the
small figure at the door. demanded
sternly, well, sir, what do you
want?" Edwards courage fell, and
he answered alphabetically, II just
came to see II you would lend me a
bone when you're through with it,
New York Times
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

That nervy Nebraska lawmaker who would
regulate coffin bills may get away with it for
awhile, provided he Is youthful and healthy
Eventually the undertakers will get him"
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

Philadelphia preacher favored with inside
information told the Ministerial association that
the proportion of women to men in heaven Is
about three to one, possibly FIVE to one" This
sem-ofhcial census bears out the conclusion of
peppery wife who visited heaven in her dreams
did you see me theres"' asked the humble minor
half. Eyes, you were there-then knew It was
a dream
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

Still the agitation to make the study of LIN.
coin compulsory in public schools would appeal
more strongly, even to those Of us whose admira-
ton for Lincoln is unbounded, il it did not smack
so much OF book trust promotion
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

The new Commercial club regime will have to
speed up just the same to keep ahead Of the
record Of the Immediately preceding administra-
ton, though with the transmitted momentum it
should and doubtless will, do II.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

The democratic Office holder whose title is
attacked for exceeding his campaign expense
limit says the corrupt practices act is obscure.
What he really means is that he himself is not
as good at mathematics as he ought to be.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

II is evident the Navy department has much
to learn about the California coast 1t is also evil
dent that the Eureka school is too expensive fot
permanent results.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16
TODAY


Anitoxin is practically sure pre-
ventive of diphtheria after expo
sure II given at any time before the
disease is manifest and in large doses
an almost sure cure II given within
the first few hours after the develop
ment of diphtheria
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

Living cost steadily mounts in the warning
countries and distress increases in proportion
Still the we-fcd enthusiasts insist that war is a
good thing
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

The privilege OF having their pictures in the
paper is doubtless considered glory enough for
those White House suffrage pickets.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

Despite his failure to boost the newspaper
postage, Postmaster General Burleson retains
the esteem Of the craft Should occasion arise his
picture is assured place next to pure reading
matter"
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

The best way to expedite the count in the
election is to shorten the ballot by cutting out
the Offices that are superfuous or can be filled
better BY appointment.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

The second round Of the legal battle to annul
1-cent passenger rate laws in the west ended like
the FIRST in favor Of the states The decision Of
Federal Judge Lands gives railroad attorneys
the dazcd feeling.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

Although Ay time is several months away, the
presence Of several corporation swatters at the
state house suggests active support of the policy
oil preparedness
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

II farmers do not want good roads, disable in
wet as well as dry weather, the Improvement may
be deferred. but not defeated. Meanwhile the
farmer is the chief loser.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

The astonishing growth Of Omaha bank clear
ings emphasizes the wisdom Of recent enlarg-
ments OF local banking houses and facilities.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

Ii would seem that some OF those Tom
Lawson cartoons were trife premature
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

The silent sentinels" Of the White House ar,
said to have cold feet Impossible! The trail j
too hot
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

Some legislative bills only clothe delicate
invitation in legal verbiage.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

blanket Of "the beautiful foot deep gives
Texas the finishing touch as resort Of winter.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

The Dutch lower chamber has voted to
make women eligible to membership in the
States General.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

For the fifth time in the history OF congress
the Office OF clerk of the house of representatives
becomes of supreme political importance.
No party has majority in the house-elect OF
the Sixty-ffth congress. The process OF organi-
cation OF the new house must begin with the clerk
of the present house presiding until speaker is
the rule of the British Parliament, the clerk IN
the next former congress takes the chair and
holds it until the speaker is chosen. That prac-
tce, with one exception, has been followed in the
American house ever since the first congress.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

Subscribers leaving the city temporarily
should have The Bee mailed to them. Ad.
dress win be changed a. often a. requested.
Omaha daily bee. (Omaha [Neb.]) 187?-1922, 1917-01-16

Whether Clerk Trimble will succeed himself
largely depends upon himself. Barring death or
resignation he will be confronted with house
composed of 2lS democrats, 2l5 republicans and
FIVE belonging to neither party. The FIVE not
elected by either party and who defeated regu-
larly nominated candidates of both parties are
A. V. Full9t, Ninth Massachusetts,, independent
republican: Thomas D. Schall. Tenth Minnesota,
progressive; Meyer London, Twelfth New York,
socialist; Charles R, Randall, Tenth California,
prohibitionist, and Whitmel P Martin, Third
Louisiana, progressive protectionist."
According to expectations of the leaders OF
the two parties it is regarded as likely that Schall
and Fuller will support the republicans, while
London and Randall will vote with the demo-
Gratis. So the question arises and will grow in
importance, what course will Martin take?
What Judge Martin" as he is Familiarity
cation, is there any hint as to what side will
have his vote on the election Of speaker and the
subsequent organization. The republicans earn
estly point to the fact that he has serious grudge
against the democrats and that, as given in his
biography in the Congressional Directory, he
is the first non-democratic congressman to be
sent from Louisiana in over twenty five years. "
On the other hand democrats claim that Judge
Martin, coming OF democratic antecedents from a
district and state overwhelmingly democratic and
himself long democrat, will not likely depart
from utilization in their hour of need with his
former party associates Thus the office of clerk
held by Mr.. Trimble assumes power and sig
nhcance it has not had occasion to exercise in
nearly sixty years.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1917-08-25
Nut Growers Will Meet
Specialists to Speak at Sew
enth Annual Convention

The seventh annual convention Oh
the Northern Nut Growers Association
will be held at the Hotel Davenport
Stamford, Conn, on September 8 and o.
This association, founded In 1910 by
the late Professor John Craig, OF Cor
nell University; DR.. Robert T. Morris
the eminent New York surgeon; I. r.
Littlepage, Of Washington; Professor
C. P. Close, Of the United States De-
partment of Agriculture, and DR.. W. T.
Deming, Of Redding, Conn, has grown
surprisingly, and Is now said to be the
most important body of its kind in the
East.
vention by H. W. Collingwood, edlt1r
of the Rural New Yorker; DR.. ). H.
kellogg. of Battle Greek SanatoTlumi
DR. Robert T. Morris; Professor W. NJ
Hutt, president of the American Pomo-
logical Society; c. A. Reed, nut cui.
tuTist of the United States Department.
Of Agriculture; W. c. Reed, ,presidenTe
Of the association; T. P. LittlePagei g.
r ZONES, a specialist on nuts; Ralph i.
Olcott. editor of the American Nus
Journal" and F. A Bartlett ed''or u
0Trea Talk