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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07
The Motorless Isle.

Visitors to Bermuda have in recent
years been Immediately impressed by
a fact so peculiar as to cause the
wondering inquiry: "Where are all
the automobiles: And they have
been gravely assured that there are
no automobiles in Bermuda. The ex
PLANTATION is that Bermuda does mot
want motor cars. 1t prefers the quiet
and safety of the hack and barouche
and pony cart and the "horse express"
omnibus to the whizzing machines.
The roads are good-none better any
where: But Bermuda is hilly and the
highways are winding and automobiles
would be menace to the leisurely
life of the island So every effort to
introduce gasoline road motors has
been resisted. The house of assembly
has just again rejected bill to per-
NIT motor cars The vote was II to
Is, not very wide margin, but suffi-
cient to keep Bermuda motorless for
at least another year, as under the
law rejected measure cannot be re-
introduced for twelve months. So
the hacks will continue their work Of
carrying tourists to the various points
of interest and the donkey carts will
go on jogging about and the roads
will be safe. Bermuda remains for
one more year haven of peace for
those who enjoy peace and security.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07
POLITICS AT HOME
Mr.. Wilson and Next Year.

The action of the South Dakota dem
ocrats in instructing for Mr.. Wilson
for third term is not taken seriously
that is to say, it has not affected
public sentiment respecting Mr.. Will
son and next year. Opinion is very gen
eral now that, in the circumstances, he
has no desire or purpose to make an
other campaign, and in his own time
and way will announce the fact. ..
Will he care to control the next dem
ocratic national convention and name
the nominees That is regarded as not
unlikely. Jackson, at the end of two
terms, nominated Van Buren,, who was
elected. Roosevelt, at the end of prac-
tically two terms, nominated Taft, who
was elected. Why not Wilson, then,
who in strength Of will and dominant
influence with his party is often liken-
ed to "Old Hickory" and "Teddy"s
And if Mr.. Wilson essays this role,
upon whom will his favor falls Mr..
Marshall? As yokemates they have
made two successful campaigns, and in
Office have pulled we'll together. Mr.
Marshall has supported all of his
chiefs policies in his public addresses.
He is carrying himself very sympa-
thetically at this time. He is the
strongest democrat in Indiana and
popular in the adjoining states. The
middle country will be important
fighting ground.
Mr.. McAdoo? He is a son in law of
the President, and las been a tower of
strength to him ever since and includ
ing the campaign of 1912 He resides
in New York and enjoys pleasant re-
lations with both factions of the local
democracy. Highbrows and lowbrows
alike are his friends. The Empire
state, as always, is factor in all DEM
ocratic calculations Sounds resembling
the buzzing of bee are thought to
issue now and then from Mr.. McAdoo's
bonnet.
Mr.. Palmers The Attorney General
is proving to be live wire in Office.
He has courage and prompt decision.
He is not "afeard," and goes right
ahead. he has been a Wilson man
from the start. True, he halls from
Pennsylvania, where a democratic can
didate for President is reckoned
as having small chance. But as
Mr.. Wilson called Mr.. Palmer into the
cabinet from that state he does not
seem to take account of geographical
politics.
Col Housei The Texas man is not
suspected of desire for office-for
even the highest Office. He is rich,
famous and contented. Why, it is
asked, should he care for the presi-
Dental meadhins Besides, he is not
robust, and his hard and unremitting
labors of the past few years have
drawn heavily on his strength.
Nobody suggests Mr.. Clark or Mr..
Underwood as Mr.. Wilson's legatee.
Not that either man is at outs with the
President, but for the reason that
neither of them is included in what is
called the Wilson circle.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

The Holidays and Home Sentiment.

Senators and representatives Will
soon enjoy another opportunity to
confer with "the folks back home. =
Arrangements are in the shaping for
the usual holiday recess, which lasts
for a fortnight In that time they
should be able to get line If they
need one on the very latest phases of
home sentiment on questions that
Congress will take up at this session.
There is the question of al Ameri-
can merchant marine, interest in which
is by no means confined to the At
lartic and the Pacific seaboards. The
people of the interior of the country
well appreciate the plan for increased
foreign trade. and how important in
carving it out will be American own
ed and controlled bottoms. As they
will contribute in the way of their
own products to the cargoes to be
marketed abroad, they want that mar
keting done as proftably as possible.
There is the question of the Army
and its Reorganization on a peace
basis The people Of all sections are
interested in that. Men in Uncle
SANS uniform, ~hether few or many,
are recruited from north, south, east
and west. and in that way the whole
country is represented in the force
trained for the country's defense.
There is the question of the Navy.
Great pride in the Navy is felt by
persons who live a thousand miles
from the sea. The landlubber and the
old sea dog are brothers under the
skin when it comes to glorying in the
exploits of the American. Navy, from
the earliest to these latest times.
There is the question of immigra-
ton. The man in town or country
who wants to see the government up
held wants every reasonable and work
able step taken by Congress to keep
out men and women of revolutionary
tendency and proclamation. The gates
should be closed against all such, and
where any of that kidney have erept
in and manifested the spirit that pos
sesses them they should be deported.
And there is the question of econ
omy. Every taxpayer is interested in
that. The feeling now expressed is
that the government should receive
every cent necessary for its comforta-
BILE maintenance. but nat cent more.
Two years Of war bills and one year
Of bills providing for war results have
sobered up the people on the subject
Of government supplies. Economy has
Q very real meaning at present.
The senatorial primaries and those
relating to seats in the House are not
far away. Legislators aspiring to sue
coed themselves are busy men, and
have good reason to be curious about
home sentiment on all questions now,
orSsoon to be, on the congressional
card.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

While the prayers of the civilized
world go out for the recovery Of
President Wilson from his illness. il
is not generally known that Col. Jim
Ownby of Colorado expressed the
opinion that the President was i'll six
years ago.
How Col. Ownby, who is we'll known
to members of Congress- came to de.
clare the President "a sick man
shortly after he first came to the
white House became known this
week. The recital is of interest in
connection with the many stories OF
the Presidents illness current. and
perhaps shows better than anything
else how flimsy many of the stories
are. -
intent in the world, was quite sure
that the President was i'll those many
years ago, whereas Mr.. Wilson was
actually in the best of health:
Col Ownby blew in from Colorado
one morning shortly after the Presi-
dent was installed in the White House,
and Immediately called upon mem
Der of Congress from Colorado, whom
he knew very well.
II want you to take me to see the
President" confided the colonel. He
knows me we'll" 49,
ut is not so easy to see the Presi-
dent" declared the congressman, who
by the way. is not now a representa-
tive.
'.That's all right" answered Col.
Ownby, taking a puff at an expensive
black cigar He will see me. He
knows me we'll"
The pair took a taxi to the White
House. and in due form were admitted
to the outer chamber. They were as
sured thaLit was impossible to see
the President.
"Just tell him that Ownby wants to
see him" declared the colonel. He'll
remember me-"
. The member of Congress then got
in few words, and prevailed upon
the secretary to take Col. Ownby's
card in to the President. So they sat
down to wait, and it was a long wait,
too, =
The minutes heightened into quar-
ter hours, and the quarter hours INTO
half hours, but Col. Ownby was opti-
mistic. -. - :,
Quite a gathering had congregated
in the outer chamber when the Presi-
dent at last emerged. He shook hands
mechanically with those present, gave
Col Ownby one brief handshake and
went on eagerly to Prof, Irving Fish
Col. 0wnby was somewhat taken
aback, and the congressman from
Colorado, seeing this, managed to get
the ear of the President and asked
him to come back and say q few
words to Mr.. Ownby. This the Presi-
dent did,. in a somewhat hasty fash
ion, and soon disappeared into his
Office. ~
Col. ,ownby accompanied his con-
gresham back to the taxi. The two
got in and the automobile sped away,
Along the Avenue the, car went, down
18th street and down Pennsylvania
avenue on its way to the Capitol.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07
HEARD AND SEEN,

| For a long time Col Ownby said not
a word, but at last he spoke.
THE President" he announced. sis
very sick man."
What do you mean? asked his
friend. 80.
breathed Col. Ownby, in amazement.
not unmixed with indignation and
SORROW ts- &
Col ownby. am told, came into
Colorado and made his own way by
first attracting attention in q melo-
drama tic manner that recalls the best
story-book traditions Of the wild and
woolly west"
Two bandits had terrorized Q small
town situated at the foot of big
mountain and had made their escape
over the mountain pass: The pass
town up the side of the mountain.
And at the top the two bandits were
intrenched, their revolvers guarding
the pass which led up to them. Even
the sheriff Of the town, fine shot that
and bring the men down.
A large reward was offered for the
capture of the bad men, dead or alive,
but nobody seemed anxious to get the
money The whole town stood at the
foot of. the pass, looking up to the
bandits retreat, but no man stepped
up the trail to the heights.
A lanky lad stood with the rest. He
was a newcomer to the town. and
nobody paid much attention to him,
why don't you go up and get
'em?"
The sheriff twirled his moustaehe
and looked quite peeved. ...
Why don't you go up and get emf"
he asked, scornfully.
Make me deputy sheriff" calmly
replied the youth. land I will"
The sheriff and the rest of the viii
lage looked at the calm young man in
wonder, but the young fellow looked
back steadily. -t5l.t "..-
So the sheriff swore him in as a
pointed to the path. a.
Go get EN-" said the sheriff. -
The young deputy sheriff pocketed
his gun. While the population of the /.
village watched him, he started up the
trail, nonchantly and care-free.
The bandits saw him coming. of
course, but hadn't the slightest idea
who he was. and, not dreaming of
harm. allowed him to come clear to
the top of the pass.
In the meantime he had disappeared
from. the sight of the village below.
The villagers watched his disappear
ance and began to bemoan his fate.
But suddenly they saw two figures
coming down the trail. They had
their hands in the air. Behind them
came a third figure. IF'T
AS the trio came down the trail
the figures resolved themselves into
the two bandits. hands In air. and the
young deputy sheriff, gun in hand,
bringing down his capture. = -
That was how Jim Ownby' frst wos
fame in Colorado.
CHARLES e. TRACEwELL.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07
Politics in Full Swing.

Reports from all over the country
show that politics is booming. Good!
Long may it boom! Politics as is poll
ties, SO to say. Politics of the old
fashioned variety-all wool and a yard
wide. That means that the people are
alive to the situation-to the national
necessities-and are resolved to do and
preparing to do their duty at the polls
and elsewhere.
While it is true that politics was at
no time adjourned during the war, the
leaders in both parties kept their eyes
on their gun and kept up their maneu-
verings. Still, the situation was such
that good deal of cooperation be-
tween the parties was required, and
was performed in the interest of a
successful prosecution Of hostilities.
As the parties had united in declaring
the war, they must continue to CO.
operate in war matters while the war
lasted. This they did. There was in
evitably a slackening in certain lines
of partisan activities.
But for little more than year
now the country has been on a frank
partisan basis again. The President
opened the ball in October of last year
by formal request-for the election of
another democratic Congress He based
his request on statement that such a
result was necessary to insure con-
tinuation Of the policies he had in
augurated and desired to carry out
completely. -., ..
The country could not see matters in
that light. It responded with the cleo
ton Of a. republican Congress by a
vote SO large both victors and van
pushed were astonished. The repubi-
cans had not counted on so warm a re-
Spouse to their appeal.
Last month in some state elections
the republicans repeated. Again they
demonstrated the trend of popular sem
timent; and today they are very much
heartened as to next year. They are
working under the inspiration of a
strong hope of achieving the third sue
cess, this time sweeping both Congress
and the presidency into their sack.
Let us have politics in its best and
most energetic form. Let both parties
bestir themselves to the utmost. Let
us show the "reds" and all who openly
or secretly abet them that the spirit
that has carried America through a
hundred and odd years of endeavor
and placed her in the front rank of ma
tons is undiminished in quantity or
quality, and still sufficient to protect
her against faddists and revolutionists
from any and every quarter, foreign
or domestic. =
There is nothing to fear, but every
thing to hope, from presidential cam
paign conducted with all the ardor and
strenuousness Of which as people we
have often in emergencies shown our
selves capable.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

One visit to the White House suf-
feed to remove the recent presidential
message from any literary mystery
with which it was sought to sur
round it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

Toledo, Ohio, tried to do without
street cars. The company moved its
rolling stock over into Michigan and
waited until the town was glad to have
service resumed. 1t is necessary for
street cars to take their fight in order
to be appreciated as blessings.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

Gus Kurth was sentenced in New
York to five years imprisonment for
placing a bomb in the home whence
he had been dismissed for giving wine
parties. Gus should have been con-
tent with the popping Of the cham
payne cork.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

There is no suspicion whatever that
Santa Claus is figuring on restora-
ton of the old fashioned six for a
quarter street car tickets as one of his
glad Christmas surprises.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

Suggestions that the United States
Senate be abolished are now being
quoted merely as examples of what
people may say when they get excited.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

Skeptics on the subject of mind
reading are invited to give. particular
attention to the announcements Of the
Presidents intellectual processes and
official intentions that are so freely
made.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

There is NO department of current
affairs in which the word shortage"
does not assert itself. New York play
producers are now complaining of a
shortage of theaters.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

Even those who advocated the trial
of the ex-kaiser never expressed any
confident expectations that he would
be gotten into the courts by Christ
mas.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

There is apparently some doubt in
the mind of Marshal Foch as to
whether he is to have any Christmas
vacation or not.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

In the. proportion that fuel is re-
quired for Illuminating purposes, day.
light saving may assist coal saving.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

The fact that jenkins is at last free
does not leave Mexico without abun-
dant material for conversation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

Senator Fall found the President
not only sitting up, but taking notice.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

Offering rewards for Villa serve to
bring to his attention available funds
that he may decide to collect in per
son.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

Some politicians keep their ears to
the ground, but Gov. Allen of Kansas,
in coal crisis, went deeper. D..
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

Whatever else may be said of Pancho
Villa he has never posed as a parlor
socialist.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

American manufacturers of ma
chinery must bear in mind that ma :
chinery to suit
MachlueS Must Fit the Local re-
parf;culor Inh. auir ements in
the c q sus
should be extra strong and not COM
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

Among the ups and downs of life
are the discussion of higher wage
scale and lower thermometer.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

The Mexicans should have stuck to
red pepper and let red propaganda
alone.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON.

Digging Days.
Our old friend Santa Claus sent out
A wireless line or two: ..
T'll need some help, beyond a doubt,
: In what have to do. SILL.
When wintry skies are bright and clear
And Boreas plays his jig,
The Christmas. motto every year
Is Dig! Dig! Dig!
The rubber band you must unwind
From that old wallet strong.
And each with, care must search his
For gifts that won't 60 wrong.
And even if you want some coal
To roast the fowl or pig,
The warning that inspires your soul
Is Dig! Dig! Dig! .,
The fool who brushes in where angels
fear to tread" sometimes proves him.
self to be an angel in disguise.
i Early Advantages.
"Some- of our greatest men studied
by the light of pine knot"
Maybe they were lucky at that
commented Senator Sorghum, ain not
havin' to worry with any fuel admin
istration over the prospects for heat
and illumination" .s -t..-. r.
Old Santa Claus, our. generous friend,
Brings round his presents in a
+ sleigh.
We're glad that he need not depend
Upon the street cars out our way,
Among the ups and downs of life
are the discussion Of higher wage
scale and lower thermometer.
The Mexicans should have stuck to
red pepper and let red propaganda
alone.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07
Branch Bank
Important.

branch Of some American bank to en-
gage in the business Of handling
American transactions. The question
of direct steamship lines between sa-
loniki and the United States is also
extremely important.
No mercial rating agency main
tains a~branch in Saloniki where in
formation as to the standing of local
business houses can)be obtained. The
latter usually transact business
through at least two local banks and
American firms DESTROYS of obtaining
information as to the financial posi-
ton of Saloniki concerns are advised
having correspondents there. Unless
a Saloniki merchant maintains an
open, confirmed credit in a New York
bank, American business men are ad-
vised to ask terms of cash against
documents" as the moratorium has
been in force for SO long a time in
Saloniki that the standing of many
local merchants is obscure.
Before the war the bulk of the
trade of Saloniki was with European
countries, Austria, Germany, England,
France and Italy, in just that order OF
Importance. American goods hao
small direct sale. except for articles
! distinctly American, but consider
able amount entered the port indi-
rectly. Trade with the European
countries was the result of more IA
vorable quotations and long terms of
credit, direct shipping facilities and
the comparative indifference of Amer
lean business men in the past regard
ing that market. Today the Salonfkf
merchants generally prefer American
goods.
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Reading
Room.

ICStOIICS arc
filed for the inspection of interested
persons. This sort of. service is thor
ough1y appreciated by the Saloniki
business interests, because war condi-
tons have for three years practical
ly cut off the touch with American
business houses through the consul
late. .s. t.-
The United States is now furnishing
new rolling stock and will soon sup
ply new equipment for the Portugal
railways, with multiplied trade prom
Used as a consequence of the increased
facilities. Commerce between the
United States and Portugal last year
assumed important proportions In
many lines American merchandise
dominated the market. Many new
agencies to handle American goods
were established. and the business re-
lations between the two republics were
broadened in various ways. One note
worthy feature of this trade. is that
a much larger proportions than ever
before was carried in American ships.
It is certain that these favorable con-
ditions will be continued as the result
Of the increased tonnage under Ameri-
can registry. Foreign freight rates
were much higher between the United
states and Portugal, than between
Great Britain and Portugal. but these
may now be equalized with beneficial
results to the growing American
trade. WILL +. KENNEDY.
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American Woods
for Italy's Needs

struction lumber, such as Douglas fiji
and southern yellow pine, nor such
variety of hardwoods to offer
There is a definite and assured OPP
portunity to increase the use of lum
Der in general and American lumber
in particular
In Italy. as in Great Britain. the
war has changed many methods
founded on deep-seated custom. In
telligent, tactful and we'll directed
advertising should result in an in
creased use of lumber. and the de-
mand thus created can be supplied
by American woods as by no others.
The present exchange situation is
causing the most discouragement, but
it is expected that this will be re-
lieved at an early date.
Russia also-that great wide flung
country. whose resources have ecarce-
~ been scratched-offers opportunity
for boundless expansion of American
trade. il those who take charge of
these ventures study their field with
care and adapt the American end of
this commerce to the Russian needs
and experience.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

No other country is as well pre-
pared to meet Italy's needs No
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

The only certain way for the United
States to meet European competition
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-12-07

The fool who brushes in where angels
fear to tread" sometimes proves him
self to be an angel in disguise.