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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26
Three Remedies.

More policemen, better pay for the
police force and an adequate and eff
fective pistol law are urged upon Con-
gress as remedies for the conditions
that developed few days ago into
rioting in this city. All are necessary,
no one more essential than another.
Pleas for more policemen have been
regularly transmitted to Congress for
a long time. In truth, the force has
not been sufficient for even the ordi-
nary purposes of public protection for
years. Additions have been made from
time to time, but never in sufficient
number to bring the force for once up
to mark. Especially during the past
two and q half years has the organi-
cation been deficient, with the popu-
lation suddenly increased by upward
of 25 per cent, and conditions making
for unusual police work. When the
riots occurred Saturday night and other
nights following there were not enough
policemen in Washington to handle
the situation.
More pay for the police has been
urged again and again, and it is now
an imperative necessity if the force is
to be maintained properly. These men
who daily risk their lives and to whom
is intrusted the safety of nearly half
a million people, are paid less than un
skilled laborers. They must pass rigid
examinations, must be Of high char
acter and must be ready for the most
dangerous duty at all times. Their
present rate of pay is not enough to
enable them to maintain themselves
and their families properly. Witness
the case of the detective sergeant kill.
ed Monday night, whose family was
left destitute by his death.
An effective pistol law, preventing
the promiscuous sale Of deadly
weapons, without checking the right
of the people to arm themselves in
self defense, has been sought from
Congress during many sessions. Had
such law been in effect here last Sat
urday, or, better still, had it been in
effect prior to then and during the
period of comparative lawlessness,
there would have been no such tragic
scenes in the streets of the capital as
have lately marred its record as law
abiding community. ~
None Of these measures should wait
for the ordinary processes Of appro-
priation and legislation. They are all
emergency remedies and should be
pressed without postponement. Addi-
tions to the police force and increase
of pay can be effected by separate
bill, supplementing the regular ap-
preparation law now in effect. Indeed,
all three propositions can be embraced
in single measure if Congress is will
ing to attack this question in spirit
of remedy and correction. A bill COM
bining all of these factors for public
security, enacted at once, would be an
assurance against disorder for which
the community would be profoundly
grateful.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26

supervision over the enrolment, the
organization must remain in this re-
lationship. If eventually the citizen
police force, whether under this name
or another, should be regarded as es-
sential for emergency work, provision
should be made for distinctive uni
forms and for full arming of mem
bers and systematic drill under police
supervision. Until then the function
of the Home Defense League will re-
main as it is, and the hope of the COM
munity is that it will be maintained.
Its members have earned the thanks
of Washington by their unhesitating
response to the call to duty and the
services they rendered during the
hours of strain and danger.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26
The Croatian Revolt.

A schism between members of the
Jugoslavic coalition has developed,
with revolt by Croatians who have
proclaimed separate republic. From
the outset there has been some diff
Guilty between the various elements of
new Jugos!avia. The Montenegrins
have not been satisfied with the Or
ganization, and the Croatians have
been inclined to resent the dominance
of the Serbs. 1t is not indicated
whether the new Croatian separatist
movement has the support of a ma
jority of the people. At present it
appears to be chiefly military action.
1t will naturally be resisted and civil
war may develop.
1t would be most unfortunate if any
OF the newly formed states should
split. Yet if separations are to occur
it is better that they should come
now during the process of general ad-
justment than later. It is important
for the world peace to reach as soon
as possible position of stability in
national organization, and if Croatia
is to organize apart from Jugoslavia
the sooner that is effected the better
for the maintenance of order in that
part of the world.
In any case, civil war is to be great
ly deplored, and the influence Of the
allied powers should be exerted to pre-
vent a conflict. If the Croatians wish
to set up in business for themselves
as a separate organization plebiscite
will determine that point and provision
to the end Of securing dependable
expression Of sentiment should be
made without delay under allied aus
pieces.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26
The Tour and the Treaty.

Two things are infcrable from the
announcement that the President will
make the projected stumping tour.
The first is that he considers the
tour necessary. He has been at home
long enough to take the measure of
matters as they stand. He has been
comforting with both supporters and
opponents. Both were probably re-
quested to speak frankly. Both prob
ably did so. Republican senators who
have called at the Presidents invita-
ton, while withholding particulars
about the conversations, have frankly
declared unchanged opinions after
leaving the White House. So the Presi-
dent, if his plans are not recast, will
appeal in person to the people, and in
that way endeavor to bring pressure
to bear on the Senate.
The second inferable thing is that
the President in his stump addresses
will go somewhat into the details his
opponents in the Senate have been de-
handing His address to the Senate
in submitting the peace treaty was
necessarily in general terms. The sub
ject was too large for other treatment
at one time. The Senate opposition
was not converted by that address, and
as the country was not either-as in
dicated by the decision to make the
stumping tour-details are in order.
And to the extent that they are forth
coming they will make for still
further discussion. For both support
ers and opponents will take note of
them in the Senate and elsewhere.
The tour in point of interest ex-
hibited will probably make a record.
No American statesman has ever pre-
sented to the people a subject of
wider scope or more direct bearing on
their affairs. Here is something of
concern to all, whether interpreted by
those who favor ratification without
change, ratification with change, or re-
lection outright. Hence we shall see
the President greeted at every stop
ping place by enormous crowds, de-
sirous of hearing the latest word from
him on subject of such deep and
general concern. The only trouble
will be his inability to accept more
than small number of the invitations
for addresses that will reach him.
But the itinerary, limited as neces-
sary, will consume several weeks, and
might we'll cover a longer period.
Meanwhile, the debate in the Senate
will go on, without any agreement as
to calling the final vote.
But the question of the final vote
is less under discussion today than
few weeks ago. Study of the treaty is
developing its intricacies and impor-
lance; and the feeling is growing in
the Senate and out that now that the
subject is in hand it should receive
all the care and consideration its i'm
portance deserves.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26

Some work is still required to eradi-
cate an impression south Of Texas that
it is the natural privilege of Mexi
can to affront United States citizen.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26
The Crucial Moment.

The time when life's affairs begin
To seem entirely wrong
Is when you've started butting in
Where you do not belong.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26

Gemenceau has demonstrated that
he knew what he was talking about
when he said he had his public with
him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26

Lenin and Trotsky continue to pro-
vide about the only evidences of ma
terial prosperity that bolshevism has
produced in Russia,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26

No investigation is needed to dis
close the fact that firearms are per-
mitted to fall into the hands of ire
sponsible people with startling ease.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26
Sizes 8 to ID Years
Very Specially Priced at
So and $3.50

Billie Burkes in high-waisted models OF
fine wash crepe and batiste, with gathered
legs, low necks, short sleeves, dalntlly trim
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or white batiste Sizes to ID years.
Girls Section. Fourth floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26

Without making any claims to be-
ing conscientious objector, the En-
peror of Japan always manages to keep
out of the real fighting.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26

The Monroe doctrine is likely to be
more strongly established than ever
as the result of some timely publicity.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26
A Joiner.

Didn't you say you were something
of bolshevist9"
eyes. But I'm cured. You see, l
used to be one of these people who
wanted to join every new society that
came along.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PHILANDER JOHNSON,
No Information,

No Interruption.
GLOW about that great speech you
were going to deliver7"
'M am holding it in readiness" re-
piled Senator Sorghum. Gust at pres
ent I am too busy playing the game
to stop for conversational display"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26

The ex-kaiser is under sufficiently
close guard to prevent him from doing
anything that might not be entirely
safe and comfortable.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26

The Senate has not requested Mr..
Creel to take charge Of the cablegrams
from Washington to Europe.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26

The United States Senate is devot-
ing some grave thought to the ques-
ton, "When is a treaty not a treaty I"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26

China in describing peacemaking is
inclined to borrow a famous epithet
applied by Gen. Sherman to war.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26

The most prominent bit Of summer
fiction this year is the Lansing resig-
nation rumor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26

It has been shown repeatedly in
every age and every time that riot is
no argument.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26

The next weather complaint on the
program will probably have reference
to drought.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26
somethine to Boast OF.

I've read about the microbes wild
That hover in the air.
I used to meet them, as a child,
Without thought Of care.
And as I now look back and see
The perils they'd contrive,
It is great surprise to me
That I am still alive.
Statistics I have studied well
Of wrecks on land and sea.
I haven't any way to tell
How they have all missed mel.
As I retrace the ways I went
Where dangers thickly thrive,
I'm thrilled with glad establishment
To-6nd I'm still alive,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26
Social Unrest.

"This social unrest" began the SOL
emn citizen.
"I'm having my troubles with it,"
interrupted Mr.. Cumrox. "Since my
wife got into society, none Of us get
to sleep before o'clock in the morn
ing"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26

Henry Ford found himself famous,
but is only just waking up.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26
Each to His Speciality.

"That lawyer made you admit there
are lot of things you don't know"
"He had an unfair advantage. If
I had been permitted to ask all the
questions I could have done the same
thing with him."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26

Germany is naturally anxious to
drop politics and get back to talking
business.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1919-07-26
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come in wash crepes, white and colored, flesh
or white batiste and colored madras.
Sizes 8 to ID Years
The Corpus Christi caller. [volume] (Corpus Christi, Tex.) 1918-1987, 1919-08-21
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The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1919-12-26
PROHIBITION LAW
UPHELD BY COURT
SUPREME JUDICIAL AUTHORITY
OF COUNTRY GIVES LIQUOR
INTERESTS SEVERE JOLT.
THE DECISION is UNANIMOUS
Declares War Period is Not Ended
Justice Brandeis Holds, However,
It May Be Terminted BY Pres
idential Proclamation.

Washington.-By unanimous deci-
sion constitutionality OF the wartime
prohibition act was sustained by the
supreme court. The opinion. given by
Associate Justice Brandeis, held in eff
feet, however, that the war invoked
dry" spell still may be terminated by
presidential proclamation OF demob-
ilization.
In rendering its opinion the court,
however, did not act on the validity
of the VoIstead prohibition enforce
ment act or on appeals involving the
lcoholic content of beer, leaving
those cases to future opinions which
nay be handed down before the court
recesses for the Christmas holidays.
The decision practically swept away
all hopes of a wet" Christmas, as the
possibilities Of the wartime act being
repealed before constitutional prohibi-
ton becomes effective one month from
tomorrow were considered remote.
The cases decided were those of the
Kentucky Distilleries and Warehouse
company of Louisville, KY, and
Dryfoos, Blum & Co. of New York, in
stituted for the purpose OF compelling
the government to release whisky
from bond. In both cases the court
denied the contentious of Elihu Root
and other attorneys for the distiller-
les that the act, in violation of the con-
stitution, takes property without just
compensation, that the period OF the
war emergency for which the act was
passed had terminated, that the law
was an interference with the state po-
lice powers and an undue exercise OF
the war powers of congress.
Congress did not intend for the war
time act to. terminate on the conclu-
sion OF the war, but at the end OF the
period of rehabilitation, in the view
of the court, which held that the con
clusion of the war clearly did not mean
cessation of hostilities."
Congress therefore provided" the
opinion added, that the time when
the case ceased to be operative should
be fixed by the presidents ascertain
ing and proclaiming the date when
rehabilitation had terminated
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1919-12-26
MONTHS OF HEAVY HARVESTS
september Is Most Prolific, Having
High Percentages for Many
Important Crops.
prepared by the United States Depart

prepared by the United States Depart
ment of Agricuiture)
There are some months in which
more than one-haIf of the national
crop is harvested. June barely misses
being such month for Strawberries.
In July %, %, and IS per cent OF the
entire harvest is performed for barley.
oats, and raspberries, and a. and n
per cent for rye and timothy hay Au-
gust is almost devoid Of a harvest of
more than one-half OF the total. and
the list has only timothy seed. with
"a per cent of the entire harvest. Sep
tember, on the other hand. is most
prolific of such haryests. The per-
centages representing sorghum for
strip. tobacco, clover seed. dry beans.
and flaxseed are 80, %, 81, %, and %.
The high fractions are 81, 50, and 81
per cent for hops, buckwheat, and
cranberries. Last of all is October's
harvest of sugar beets. SO per cent Of
the whole harvest, according to the
bureau of crop estimates.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1919-12-26

should be placed over the clay founda-
ton. Above this a layer of manure 5
or g inches deep should be distributed.
and If raw rock phosphate is available
from 30 TO so pounds should be scat
tered broadcast over the manure. Then
another layer of manure should be
added and the process continued. Il IS
essential TO keep the pile of refuse
moist by sprinkling il frequently Il
is also necessary to keep the compost
heap well packed and tramped. Ordi-
narily 1t takes about year for the
stable refuse in a compost heap 10 rot
sufficiently for use. when It should be
spread on the land IN the late fan
Manure Thoroughly Rotted.
The fundamental value Of the com.
post pile comes from the fact that the
manure is thoroughly rotted and its
plant food content is in excellent con-
dition for immediate soil use when ap-
piled TO the fields. while during its
period of decomposition 1t is main-s
tanned in excellent condition to resist
teaching and weathering.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1919-12-26
WOULD ANNUL THE
DRY AMENDMENT
RETAIL LIQUOR DEALERS AeSo
CATION OF NEW JERSEY PEE
TITioNS SUPREME COURT.
DESIRE TO START A SUI
Claim Advanced That Amendment Wa.
Not Properly Passed in HOUSE
Repeal Bill UnfavorabIy
Reported.

Washington.-Perm to insti
tute original proceedings to have the
national prohibition amendment de
clared unconstitutional and New Jer
sey and federal authorities enjoined
from enforcing it, was asked of the
supreme court by the Retail Liquor
Dealers Association of New Jersey
This was the first question as to
the validity of the constitutional
amendment to reach the supreme
court. George w. Tucker of New York
presented the motion, together with q
printed brief prepared by the associa-
ton, and the court will announce later
whether permission to institute the
suit will be granted.
The associations brief alleged that
the constitutional amendment was an
interference with the state police pow
ers, violation of the fifth constitu-
tional amendment, which prohibits the
taking of private properly without just
compensation, that neither congress
nor the state legislatures had author
ity to propose or ratify the amendment,
and that the amendment when passed
by the house did not receive the sup
port of two-thirds of the membership
g the constitution provides. but only
OF two-thirds Of the members present
An unfavorable report on the bill
to repeal the wartime prohibition law
was ordered by the house agriculture
committee by a vote OF 16 to g. Rep
resentatives John T. Rainey, democrat,
Illinois, and Voigt, Wisconsin. and
Ward. New York, republicans, cast
the negative votes.
The only argument for the repeal
was made by Representative Rainey,
who urged a wet" period until Jan 16.
when the constitutional dry" amend
ment becomes effective. so that peo-
pie OF small means might lay in a
stock for medicinal uses and the gov
eminent might get 100000 in
revenue taxes.
Since the supreme court has de-
cided the wartime act is constitutional
we must submit to the inevitable"
said Mr. Rainey. "but men OF wealth
have laid in stocks to run them for
years, and those of less means should
have some opportunity
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1919-12-26

layer of leaves. straw, grass, or
even weeds. about Is inches In depth.
The Aberdeen weekly. [volume] (Aberdeen, Miss.) 1878-1933, 1919-12-26
RAILWAY TRANSFER
MAY Be DELAYED
PRESIDENT WILLING TO HEAR
ARGUMENTS ON MATTER, DE-
cLARES SEC. TUMULTY.
LABOR DELEGATES HEARD
Claim Farmers and Union Workers
Want Extension of Government
Operation for at Least Two
Years More.

Washington.-Pres. Wilson's mind i
still open on the question of returning
the railroads to private control, Secre
tary Tumulty told delegation repre-
senting union labor and some farmers
organizations which called at the White
House to present a letter asking the
executive to delay return of the road!
Tor two years
This was the first authoritative ex
preston from administration quarters
since the president informed congress
last May that he planned to relinquish
federal control by Jan. 1. The presi
dent. Mr.. Tumulty said, would be glad
70 get the views of the labor and farm
err representatives who insisted that q
fair test of government operation In
peace time should be given
While the delegation was at the
White House the senate was speeding
ND consideration of the Cummins bill
and apparently was nearing final
vote after more than week OF de-
bate. Under the measure the roads
would be returned to their owners
within go days after the bill became
a law, but there was no prospect that
final enactment of any railroad legis-
iation would be completed until well
after the Christmas holidays. owing to
differences between the senate and
house.
Before going to the White House the
union labor and farmers delegates,
which included President Gompers of
the American Federation of Labor and
representatives of the railroad brother
hoods. called on Senator Cummins,
chairman of the senate interstate com
merce committee, and asked that his
bill be withdrawn. He indicated that
he would lay the request before the full
committee.
The letter from the labor and farm
ers' delegation to the president said
proponents of the Cummins bill
claimed that the president planned to
return the roads by Jan and that
some legislation providing for such
return must be enacted Immediately.
1--WE believe that this assertion Is
\ great injustice to you" continued
the letter. "And you doubtless know
an overwhelming majority of the
farmers and members of the Ameri-
can Federation of Labor and the rail-
road brotherhoods. as well as the gen.
eral public, favor an extension of the
period of government operation of the
railroads for at least two years, in or
der that a fair test may have been
made of government. operation and
plan may be worked out for the ultim-
ate disposal of the railroads which
would be fair to all interests involved