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for for Encouragement Of travelling es,-
decided 10 hold sessions In New York,
adjournment being taken until Thurs
day. when the Inquiry Will be resumed
REPRESENTATIVE Reavls asked I,y-
decker II he did not feel u little bit
contemplate" as result of tho as
sault made on Representative Royal
Johnson, Of South Dakota:
do YOU Know" continued Mr.. Reavis,
that Mr.. Johnson left his seat, in
dren: one Of whom was an infant in
He fought through the battle OF Ar
gonne forest and came :.ome only tho
other day walking on crutches as tho
result q u wound received in that bat
tic. Your acid tcst chart held him
up as disloyal, Knowing OF this as
sault now. don't you feel just little
81 have no reproaches whatever TO
make against myself" was the reply
Lydecker said SO far as he knew
THO only results OF the leagues politi-
cnl effort was the defeat OF four So
eialist candidates for, Congress: but
he admitted that tho league had made
no effort to cnlishten the voters of
the district which elected Victor Ber-
ger as TO his qualifications.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1919-01-07
keep LOOKING YOUNG
IT'S Easy-If You Know DR..
Edwards Olive Tablets

The secret of keeping young is to fee,
young - to do this you must watch your
liver and bowels - there's no need of
having sallow complexion - dark rings
under your eyes - pimples - bilious
look in your face - dull eyes with no
sparkle. Your doctor will tell you ninety
per cent of all sickness comes from in.
active bowels and liver.
DR.. Edwards, Well.known physician
in Ohio, perfected vegetable com
pound mixed with olive oil to act on
the liver and bowels, which he gave to
his patients for years.
DR., Edwards Olive Tablets, the substi.
fute for calomeI, are gentle in their action
yet always effective, They bring about
that exuberapce of spirit that natural
buoyancy which should be enjoyed by
everyone, by toning up the liver and clear
ing the system of impurities,
You will know DR.. Edwards Olive Tab
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box All druggista -Aa,
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1919-01-07
Roose0eHSs Famous
Message to Dewey
Ordered American Squad
ron to Homgkong on
EVe of Spanish Var.
Oily Associated press.l

WASHINGTON, January Elm the
records of the Navy Department Theo-
dore Roosevelt has left many memo
rails to his keen interest In the SER
vice, but none more striking than an
order cabled TO Admiral Dewey on Feb
ruary 20. 1898. nearly two months be-
fore war was declared OH Spain.
MIR. Roosevelt, then Assistant Sec
rotary OF the Navy, issued the order.
without the knowledge or approval of
sng eau In his on nu d9 Ge
times when he seized opportunities
presented by the absence of the secrc-
for war. which he regarded us Vital.
MIR. Roosevelt had repeatedly urged
that that nromr tor action be taken to
mirai. then Commodore. Dewey, com
manding the Asiatic fleet, should be
given advance Instructions. for even
before the Maine was sunk he had felt
certain that war with Spain WAS in
eritablc. No instructions were sent to
hewry h9w"ver ana when Mr. Long
ruary %, leaving Roosevelt as acting
secretary. this order. over RooseVelts
name, went over the cables:
Dewey, liongkons:
Secret and confidential. Order the
squadron. eNeept Monocacy; TO long.
declaration of war witt, Spain your
duty will be TO see that Spanish squad
ron does not leave .lsiatic coast. and
Islands. Keep Olympia (Dcwey's nag
ship nj M-.nila Bay, previously ordered
homcl u"ul further orders.
"ROOSEVE.l.T.'
In discussing similar steps he took.
Mr.. Roosevelt told in his account Of
his own life of what he regarded as
the greatest weakness Of the navy at
that time. its poor gunnery. lie re-
called many letters. written on this
at Paris, then Lieutenant, now Vice.
Admiral Sims. and declared that this
young officer alone seemed to realize
fully the deplorable state OF the navy
In this regard OH the eve OF war
subsequently, rs President, Mr..
Roosevelt singled out Sims and placed
him at the head or na"ul gunnery,
which resulted in DEVELOPMENT of the
present high stand;vds OF marksman-
ship in the American navy
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1919-01-07
SHARP REPR|MAND FOR
SECURITY LEAGUE HEAD
kentucky Representative Takes Ly.
decker to Tnsk for Attack on
johnson, OF South Dakota.
PROBERs ADJOURN TO NEW YORK
Only Result OF Organizations Politi-
cal Efforts Was Defeat OF Socialist
Candidatcs--Did Not Warn Voters
OF Victor Berger.

WASHINGTON. January 6.-Charles
u. Lydecker. president of the National
Security League. to-day was sharply
reprimanded for evasiveness and UNI
members of the congressional commit
tee inyestigntihg the leagues political
activities The reprinand was admin
istcred by Representative Ben johnson,
or Kentucky, chairman of the commit
tee.
other developments OF the first days
session after the holiday recess were:
cn h ~, Ike. admitted he approved the
Of disloynlty without Knowledge as 10
whether the Information II wac based
on was correct or properly prepared.
lie had not even read the McLemore
resolution. which was declared to be
one of the most important OF the eight
votes selected us the acid test.
No similar effort was made by the
league, he further admitted. to en-
tighten the voters as to the quaiifica-
tons or loyalty OF the men who were
running against the Representatives.
the league was trying to defeat
The leagues books show nothing
ahont tho money spent by tho branches
of the league in political campaigns.
AS result Of Lydecker's request
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DEATH is KEENLY FELT
AT CAPITAL OF NATION
Continued From First Page.)

lGontlnued FROM FIRST Pase.9
shown by the many who, knew the
political friends and antagonists Joined
in expression OF admiration for the
man.
Men in all walks of life were eager
paper offices were kept busy with calls
from high. officials Of shc government:
foreign diplomats, and members or,
Congress as the news spread. On the
streets everywhere the he am n; inter,
new building going up in the, bust
ness district quit TO hear and discuss
the story.
Colonel noosevelt's daughter, Mrs.
Nicholas Longworth, and her husband.
Representative Lonswortl, of ohio. left
Wasnnfson on an early train n for
House. many Of whom have served
there for years, were among those
most deeply touched by the passing of
their former chief
He was as plain as an old shoe"
commented ono veteran in service. but
he was quick to add that any. order
TO the letter. Others of the White
House staff recalled Colonel Rooscvel,'s
Informal reeeptions every Christmas,
vacation. He would shake hands with
every one in the reception hall Of the
executive offices.
FORMER PRESIDENT
LOVED TO MTIET PEOPLE
Tile loved to meet people" they said.
and many time came out into the
hall on his way TO lunch to see peo-
Pile who had not been admitted to his
Office"
One OF Colonel Roosevelt's real con-
tributions TO the beauty Of Washing
ton was the remodeing OF the White
House. The executive Offices were add
ed and tho interior redecorated under
his direction: lie did not allow the
new office wing To Interfere with the
famous tennis court. where he fire.
quently exercised, and which was de-
stroyed by the enlargement of the Of
ices in succeeding administration.
Secretary Daniels and General March
ordered flags half-masLd on every ship
and shore station Of the navy and at
every army post and camp at home and
abroad, Similar orders were sent by
Secretary Glass and Postmaster-Gen-
ernl Burleson, to lower the flags Of
public buildings throughout the coun-
try. Secretary Daniels broadcasted by
radio a personal memorandum to com
manding officers of the navy Before
the War Department heard Mrs. Roose-
welt desired TO have private funeral,
arrangements had been made 10 con-
suit with the family in regard to de-
TAXING troops TO attend the services
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1919-01-07
NEW YORK FEELS SORROW
city Officially and UnoHlcinlIy Tx
presses Grief for Distinguished
Dead.
my Associated prcss.l

\t,,y vnir,I s= !, ,' i,'u 80
officially and privately, from tho How
cry to Fifth Avenue. Is Tonight
mourning the death OF Theodore RoQsc-
welt.
Many courts were closed
Mayor llylan sent the following tele-
gram to Mrs. Roosevelt at Oyster Hay:
"ln this hour of your great bereavc-
ment permit me to extend TO you In
the name OF tho peoplc of the city OF
New York, the sincere sympathy that
we all feel for you. Your loss liz
shared by the entire nation"
Tho Coloncfs death was tremcd a
loss To tho entire world in the rcsou-
lions adopted by the Board OF Alder
men.
The National Association for the Adj
rancement of Colored People in reso-
lutionS mourned him the greatest
friend OF Tho American negro in public
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1919-01-07
DEATH COMES AS SHOCK
TO PEOPLE OF PARIS
by Associated Press.

PARIS. January G.---Theodore Roose-
Neit dcath came as shock to Paris,
which WIS unaware of his illness. The
public had been expecting the fulfill
ment of his proposed visit TO Franco.
j., j. Jusserand. French ambassador
to the United States, said:
Tho unexpected death of one who
mas upheld all his life the principles of
virile manhood. straightforward hon
esty and fearlessness. will he mourned
all over the world. nowhere more sin
cerely than in France, whose cause he
upheld in her worst crisis In a way
that shall never be forgotten"
Henry White, one of tho American
peace commissioners, said:
death with deep sorrow because of the
less TO the nation of great public
WORLD rOOREN FOR LOSS OF
GREAT MAN, SAYS HOOVER
Herbert c. Hoover said:
Tile news of Mr., RoosevcIts death
America is poorer for the loss Of a
great citizen; the world for the loss
OF a great man. Ills virility and
;;iineT'canism has been one OF our ma :
tional Treasures
Colonel Il. NJ. House said:
~ am greatly shocked to hear the
news that comes s from America, The
will be felt in the United States Over
the death of Theodore Roosevelt lie
"aS the one Hlrile ana courageous
leader or his generation. and will live
dents"
Secretary Lansing said:
The death of Colonel Roosevelt re-
moves from our national life u great
American. His vigor OF mind and
cea . energy made him conspicu-
Gus hgurc in public affairs. Friends
ana enemies alike recognized the force
oi MS personality, and the great in
in,uence he had In moulding public
and devotion TO his county vii ionn
pc remembered by all his fellow -citi.
aens, while his sturdy Americanism
VIII uc an inspiration to future gen
PRESIDENT Or FRANCE
GREATLY AFFfICTED BY NEWS
president Poncare, when informed
OF Roosevelt. said:
i am very much affected by the re-
port OF President Roosevelts death
II was so unexpected"
hosn iter s ahs P5ssidegt had left the
mat al danger had passed.
letter which received from AIr. Roose.
velt after the death OF his son. ouen
was coming TO France to visit tile
grave Of his son. 1t is distressing to
me 10 think that poor Roosevelt will
not nave an opportunity to lay flowers
on Inc grave OF his heroic son.
The whole heart of France goes out
to Mrs Roosevelt in ~vmpathy.
Friend Of liberty. friend of France,
Roosevelt has given, without counting
sons and daughters, his energy that
h liberty v may i've. We are grateful 10
Roosevelt our most SINCERE condo
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TAFT
PERSONALLY MOURNS Loss
I Ey Associated Press.l

HARRISBURG, PA, January G.
commenting on the death Of Mr.
Roosevelt, William II. Taft to-day
said:
u am deeply shocked by the death
OF Colonel Roosevelt. I saw him in
the hospital six weeks ago, and he
seemed TO be very vigorous. He was
suffering from rheumatism, but his
voice was strong. his personality was
as vigorous as ever and his interes Il
IN the questions of the day as tense
and acute as always.
y mourn his loss personally. and
| greatly, regret it for the sake of his
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1919-01-07
LAY TEN PRIVATE WIRES
FROM PARIS TO LONDON
British Make Extensive Preparations
for Confidential Communities.
tiOns Between Capitals.
DELEGATES "HoG" BEST HOTELS
Paris Alleged TO DO Disseminated Be-
cause Higl-Class Accommodations
Arc Reserved for Peace Missions
and War Charities Workers.


the peace conference, the British gov
eernment has laid ten private telephone
Guiding cables under the channei not
touching the system owned by the
French sn w EIoyernmsnt Ct any point.
Four large hotels have been requisi-
toned for the British delegates. All
the cooks, Only British servants are
nate ali possibility T't Of o spies. 10 e''"'-
Among tho hotels requiyitioned for
the British mission is The Astoria.
at one time very definitely planned to
innG ia,s on his first day IL Paris back
time for cmhczzlement was recently
expelled from France, via Switzerland
was used "s as arne Ga.,e but the no notf
who have Installed a new telephone
connected with London direct, also
with the British embassy, consulate
and similar places.
AMERICANS HAVE; PRIVATE
TELEPHONE SYSTEM
The Americans also have a private
Meeting about u dozen buildings used
eSSeiuSivsly by americans. The, fact
gives the .Americans much trouble.
Legend has 1t that last year an Amer
Jean colonel after spending half an
hour trying TO get a number pulled
threw II out OF the window, where
upo,n he demanded American operators
ana separate system. Until last
summer French was the only language
authorized in telephone conversations,
but now English also is allowed. The
number, however. must be called in
French
There is much discomfort among the
l,arislans.. over the peace delegates
"hoggins' the best hotels, ordinary
clerks and privatcs luNuriating in tho
vets and carpets with their hobnailed
shoes or spurs and 'spoilins" valuable
antique furniture. while millionaire
clients are quartered in modest lodg :
ngs.
PEACE MISSIONS HAVE
RESERVED $500 ROOMS
1T is estimated some $500 rooms
in the best hotels arc reserved for
me peace missions; as we'll as for war
chariiies, especially american. The
crous salaries. Red Cross girls get
ting 300 francs CISCO monthly have
been raised from 200 francs, which
was found insufficient to dcfr;iy their
living expenses. The grievance of tho
iarisians seems to he that ununiformed
clients would spend more, thus bcne-
ming this capitals trade.
Nv hat remains of our beautiful Paris
for ordinary tourists and faithful
clients?", asks writer in rAvenir.
The allied diplomats and the mem
hers of their suites profit by their
voyages, bringing their families to
l'arls and lodging in hotels which have
leans have engaged permanently en-
tire stories"
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1919-01-07
AIRMEN DROP WREATHS
ON R00SEVELT'S HOME
Ten Planes, Flying In Saundron
Formation, Circle Sycamore
I'LL.

WASH ENGTON. January G.-Tcn air
planes from Hazelhurst Field. Ions.
Island. flying In squadron formation,
circlcd Sycamore IIill this afternoon
and dropped floral wreaths around
Colonel Roosevelt's home. the War be-
partment was Informed by the com
mandcr of the field.
Lieutenant Colonel NJ. S. Harmon. of
IiaZclhurst Field, also Informed the
department that an airplane watch
would be maintained over Sycamore
I'M day and night until the hour of
the funeral Wednesday,.
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GENERAL WOOD SAYS NATIONS
LOSS Is IRREPARA ABLE
IBy AsSOcIateh Press. !

CAMP FUNSTON. KANS.. January G.
this statement:
THE death Of my friend. Theodore
Roosevelt, brings to me great personal
loss and sorrow, but keen and deep as
these az they are but the sorrow
and loss of an Individual. The nation a ]
loss is irreparable for. his death come
ton can III be spared Never was
America more in need Of his frank
ness and courage. his honest criti-
cism and fnr-reaching wisdom. :"
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1919-01-07
ALLIED WAR VETERANS
ORGANIZE FIRST UNIT
Charter Issued for Order Planned to
Embrace All Who Were
In Army.

CHICAGO. January 6.-An Illinois
charter for the Allied Army OF Vet
Grams was received to-day. This or
ganization, THE first unit OF which is
said TO have been formed ut Washing
ton, II. g., plans TO embrace every
veteran OF the allied forces in the war
OF l9ii-lS. according to Lieutenant
James w. Pearce. Of Washington. the
national organizer, who is here in the
course of "a Western organization trio,
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HUGHES SAYS "GREArEsT SERVICE
WAS IN LAST WEARS"
ny Associated Press.

NEW YORK, January 6.-Charles
Evans Hughse to-day paid high tribute
greatest service was in the last years
when as private citizen he aroused
the nation out of its lethargy and in
diferenco and supplied the driving
force Of II ceaseless and powerful de-
mand which lay behind the efforts
which made victory in the world war
possible"
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1919-01-07
BRYAN PAYS GENEROUS
TRIBUTE TO DEAD PRESIDENT
BY Associated Press

BALTIMORE MD. January CIVIL
liam Jennings Bryan, here to-day. paid
the following tribute to Colonel RooSe-
velt
THE. rare qualities that won for
colonel Roosevelt multitude of de-
voted followers naturally arrayed
against him host of opponents, but
his death puts an end to controversy.
and he will be mourned by foe as we'll
AS by friend.
"He was q great American and made
q profound impression OH the thought
OF his generation. His picturesque ca
reer VIII form fascinating chapter in
our nations history"
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1919-01-07

IL You Are Looking
for a good used Automobile. YOU will
find 1T listed in the Autos For Sale
column on the Want Ad Page
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1919-01-07
MEN OF ALL PARTIES
PRAISE MIR. ROOSEVELT
Official Washington Unites in Declaring Former Presi-
dent One of the Most Remarkable Men of the Times
the Personifcation Of Energy and Determination.

ness. honesty OF purpose, simplicity,
and, above al, the power of preserving
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1919-01-07

Bon't Worry
about that article YOU lost. a Times.
Dispatch Lost" Al will find it for
you. Phone Randolph l.
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WAS NEAR DEATHS
moon IN n.(.EHf ri .n

NEW YORK. January s.-Colonei
h1,Gsevelt suffered . pulmonary en-
three weeks before ho left Roosevelt
Hospital on. Christmaa Day, It was
learned to-day, Nothing regarding
come. Known. but II was revealed to-
day by. Or, Richards. In telling OF the
Coloners condition during his last III
ness,
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1919-01-07
DEATH MAKES DEEP
IMPRESSION IN LONDON

LONDON, January G.r-News or the
death OF Theodore Roosevelt struck Lon
don forcibly late to-day and made
lect or discussion everywhere tonight.
The late afternoon papers carried brief
dispatches from New York In heavy
Colonel covering almost tho whole front
page.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1919-01-07

that If his condition improved he and
Mrs. Roosevelt might start some time
in May or June.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1919-01-07
MRS. ARCHIE ROOsEvELT's
FATHER is DEAD

BOSTON, January 6.-Thomas ST.
JOHN Lockwood. fatherrin-law of Cap
tain Archibald Roosevelt. died Satur-
day night, but the fact did not become
generally known until this morning,
when the home was communicated with
in reference to the death of Colonel
Roosevelt Mr.. Lockwood's daughter.
Mrs. Archibald Roosevelt, arrived here
from New York this afternoon,
captain Roosevelt was accompany
ing her when message overlook him
on the train, which he left at the next
station with the purpose of going i'm
mediately To Oyster Bay
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1919-01-07
PHYSICIANS ISSUE STATEMENT
REGARDING uE&r,I


His physicians late this afternoon
gave out the following AS TO his Ind. md
feionel Roosevelt had been suffer,
51nEs1Fom an attack OF infamlnatorv
rheumatism for about two months
ItsE progress had been entirely satis
facfpfy and his condition did not .iy'e
4causesfer special concern.
Or Sunday he was in good shirts
ana feent the evening with his family
he retired about J O'Clock. and AT
.ahoutss4 o'clock in the morning his
3may:Swho occupied an adjoining room
NOTICED that while Colonel RGoseVrIt
ws1Sssleeping quietly he was brcathine
hskdi;5 and died almost iminedintc iSS
wMhont awakening from what seemed
to he q natural sleep.
IuTho cause OF death was an cnlholus
~ tTs- DIR, q. w. FALLERO.
/ -, ...a( "DR. JOHN A. HARTWEtLLi,
SsAIssical dictionaries describe an en- .
tS3Istl aa the obstruction OF an artery
of.Tefa by q clot of coagulated blood.
or by any body brought from some
potnL away from the site Of obstruc-
alssSI1N's DEATH nonE
IL. HEAVILY on HIM
r Ono OF the things that IL believed
osa,erE to the ColoncIs breakdown was was
the death Of his son, Lieutenant omen.
tin Roosevelt. tho aviator in action in
%FIance. Proud OF his heroic SON.
NchtsSsmenta. Colonel Roosevelt hors
tydEIa9er the sorrow OF his death with
that was in keeping witt
sTss Spirit in public life.
quentin was killed In combat Jul.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1919-07-23
SOME FACTS ABOUT LENOx
COLLEGE.

1t is the pride of Delaware county
that 1t is the home OF one OF the old
est and best colleges in the state.
Lenox college at Hopkinton was
founded in 1855. It opened its doors
for students September 1st, 1859, and
from that time on to the present it
has been doing educational work.
It will celebrate in fitting manner
its Goth anniversary Monday, Septem-
Der LIST, 1919. The orator has already
been chosen and his name with a full
program will be published in due
time.
AS seen in another column the 61st
year of the school will begin Thurs
day, September 18th A full corpse
of professors has been chosen and full
college work will be carried on dur
ing the rear. In addition the acad-
envy will be maintained and special
courses will be offered to those who
may elect to take them.
The original building, called Main
Hall, has been thorou ghly overhauled
during the summer. The old bell tow
Ell has been torn down and rebuilt
adding much to the beauty of the
building. The other buildings are in
ship shape. The gymnasium is to be
used by the. local chautauqua next
week.
Dean E. v. Laughlin who has been
so long with the school. will be in
charge OF the educational work while
DR.. Hinkhouse, the new president, is
looking after the business interests of
the old college.
All educational institutions have
had several hard and trying years
due to the world war 1t is crafty
ing to the friends of Lenox to know
that she has maintained herself and
is now ready for forward movement
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1919-07-23
MEETINGS CLOSE WITH MONTH.

Il -. t1f ! l. j.
The tent meetings in progress on
Central school grounds will soon en-
ter the last week of their duration, as
it is the present plan to close them
Thursday evening. July 31st.
Evangelist Allison has announced
his themes for the remainder of this
week as follows: Thursday evening,
"The Image and Superscription." Fri
day evening, "Hand-Me-Down Relig-
ion." Saturday evening, Conscience,
When Is 1t Safe GIide?" Special
musical numbers at each service.
On Sunday evening the tent will
again be given over to the union SER
vice. The Rev. Mr.. Mcdonald will
preach
Subjects for consideration will
probably be as follows: Monday
evening, Patched Clothes at We'd
ding" sermon for the young people.
Tuesday evening, Turning Truth in
to Error" Wednesday evening. "The
Witness of the Spirit or how one may
know he is child of God. Thursday
evening, "The One Foundation"
The special music, in charge of Mrs.
w. c. Amsden, is an increasingly at
tractive and helpful part of the SER
vice. Ask the growing number who
attend if the services are worth your
while. Whatever of truth and help
fullness they can bring to you is their
only claim upon your attendance.
Come and see and hear. Xxx