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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21
Dishonest Officers
Speedily Convicted

From the Columbus Ohio State Journal.
Four times recently the public has
spoken through courts and juries in
condemnation of dishonesty on the part
of elected officials. The cases were not
related, were in different parts of the
country. Ingenious pleas and explana-
tions were offered by the accused offi-
Gals, but all pleas were swept aside
and verdicts of guilty were given.
In each case the criminal charges
were unexpected, came as public sur
prise, affected a man whose popular
favor had been shown repeatedly. There
was no delay, immediate trials were
had, and, with firmness in the prose-
cution, there was conviction within a
few weeks after the first accusation was
made public. They are important in
stances of prompt trial and vigorous
prosecution, with quick conviction after
the testimony established the fact of
guilt. They make plain the lack of
willingness on the part of the public
to listen to f1imsy explanations.
The trial of Bert B. Buckley. former
treasurer of State, in Ohio, attracted ma
tional attention, for ths nature of the
offense and the speedy conviction. 1t
is an outstanding illustration of the
power within the law when In COM
petent hands. His popularity. attested
in recent campaigns, did not avail, he
had climbed high and. he fell from the
heights. Thomas w. Fleming, long a
councilman in Cleveland. was convicted
only few weeks after q charge of
bribery was first made. He had power
full political influence. but the prosecu-
ton was strong. political prestige and
clever explanations failed utterly to
save him. Alderman Haffa of Chicago
long power in politics there, fought
with great determination, but was con-
victed and faces long stay In prison.
Perhaps the most impressive case was
against Asa Keyes. former district at
torney at Los Angeles, who was con-
victed of bride, taking to make prose-
cution easy in crooked stock-selling
scheme. California had been proud of
the fighting district attorney, but it
fought with grim determination to make
him answer for his dishonesty. It's
bad time for crooked officials to get
caught, the public holly resents the
betrayal of its condolences. The four
convictions are a storm warning, the law
triumDhed
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however. has handled the situation with
the utmost tact and through his eff
forts the forthcoming Inauguration will
be long remembered.
Washingtonians are lQath to lose their
good friends. It is an unfortunate part
of the life of this city that the exigen-
cjes of Government require the shifting
of officers assigned to duty in the inn
portant developments of the Federal
City. Col. Grant has been good friend
to Washington and has given generously
of his ability to promote the interests
of the city at one of the most critical
periods of its progress. When he leaves
his duties here next Summer he will
carry with him the best wishes of the
Capital community.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21
THIS AND THAT
BY CHARLES E. TRACEWELL.

"Have you made your peace with
God?" Thoreau was asked just before
he breathed his last.
IT did not know we had ever quar-
Relied" he replied.
We do not know whether this is a
true story, but it deserves to be, for it
is very beautiful one, and all beauti-
full things deserve to be true.
Thoreau was one of the different
ones OF earth. in this respect ranking
with two other non standardized men
who said fine things in regard to re-
ligion.
Lucretius, noble Roman, who lived
1000 years before the sage of Walden
Pond, yet who was his blood brother
for all that, wrote:
'"True religion does not consist in
bowling down before a stone, but in
having a heart at peace with Cod
And Walt Whitman, strange genius
of whom Lincoln is said to have de-
clared. There goes a mani" wrote, in
one of his curious poem words, praise
of animals, which, he declared do not
whine about their duty to God"
X X X *
Thus we have the curious spectacle OF
three men who never knew each other
who yet managed to express much the
same thought.
The universally of thought is one
of the tremendous, yet little regarded,
features of our life here below.
It is because men of good will every
where think much alike that we have
literature.
Few can compose it, but many can
appreciate it.
In appreciation lies the keynote OF
much that is good in modern life.
In many lines of activity life is no
different today than at any time past in
the history of human endeavors.
In the increased powers and oppor-
tunities for appreciation, however, We
have something entirely new.
Let us consider this for a moment
There have always been men who were
appreciators. as they may be called-men
who were able to see worth and to I'M
derstand 1t, and, above all. to admit it,
both to themselves and to others.
Although there is no record left OF
such a person on the Ark, no doubt
there was at least one who took off his
hat to Noah, and who sincerely appre-
ciated the old mans ability.
When the only sort of writing in the
world appeared on stone and brick, lin
the days when the alphabets were new
men of curious intellects, such as dis
tinguished the minds of Lucretius
Thoreau, Whitman, read avidly there.
In every age and generation since
men advanced to recording their deeds
and thoughts there have been privi-
legged few who had the power, money
and ability to know and understand.
Even in the most warlike civilizations
where progress was just one point be-
hind the point of the sword, there were
always those who built up for them
selves libraries of great thoughts, and
who enjoyed their treasures as calmly
then as any booklover of today.
Those who read their Bibles in secret
and trembling were appreciators of the
Holy Word; they coveted the opportu-
nifty of being able to read in openness
and light.
X X X y
Appreciation, then, must be regarded
as the very foundation quality of life
in the artistic world. This world is nc
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21
New Peace Policy Argument
Centers on Capper Resolution

determining in a particular case which
side is the aggresSor-which nation is
the outlaw-presents one great difficulty
in the discussion" suggests the New
Orleans Tribune (Democratic), which
thinks "it looks as If this resolution
would be new center around which
the peace discussion of the ensuing
months will swirl and whirl." OF the
purpose of the resolution the Spokane
Spokesman-Review (Republican) says:
1T may be found desirable for the
American people to take that lofty at
titude. But if they take it they must
stand by 1t. If this resolution is to be
passed by Congress, the adoption should
be with clear understanding of its
drastic obligation in the event Of its
application"
1T deserves the most careful thought
from peace-minded citizens" advises
the Baltimore Sun independent Demo-
cratic), while the Manchester Union ina
dependent Republican, points out that
cit approaches the economic boycott
provisions of the League of Nations
covenant fact which will be seized
upon by both proponents and opponents
of the Capper proposals" The Newark
Evening News independently feels that
the resolution carries assurance that
the League can count on us to cooper
ate in restraining an aggreSsor," and
the Philadelphia Record independent
Democratic) suggests that 1t sis distinct
give clear and decisive answer with a
minimum of foggy debate"
Criticism of the resolution on the
ground that it would give too much
power to the President comes from the
Dayton Daily News independent DEM
cratic) and Flint Daily Journal (inde-
pendent. The latter proposes an i'm
partial world commission 70 determine
an aggreSsor. Even in the event Of an
international agreement, the New Cas-
tie News independently asks. VINO
would decide what wars were in vidta-
ton of the Kellogg treaty." The San
Francisco Chronicle independently COM
ments: 1--WE may assume that our
Presidents are going to be brave men
who will do their duty as they see 1t.
But Senator Capper's plan would GER
tainly put terrible burden on the
strength OF the braveSt."
1T proposes a modification Of the
United States traditional policies of
neutrality and the freedom of the seas"
in the judgment of the Springfield
Union (Republican). Charging pacifist
aims, the Waterloo Tribune (independ-
ent Progressive) assumes that "the
United States would not be interested,
as nation, in the controversies which
led to war in ninety-nine out Of one
hundred cases" The New York Evening
Post independently concludes that the
resolution is intended to mean that
we, too. would take our place in the
ring instead Of standing UP for the
rights Of neutral commerce"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21
A Closed Incident.

Sir Austen Chamberlain, the British
foreign secretary, took occasion in thu
House of Commons yesterday to calm 6
tempest in a teapot, which originated
In Washington a week ago. He an.
nounced that there is no conflict what.
ever between the foreign Office and the
British Ambassador to the United
States in connection with Sir Esme
Towards statement on Anglo American
naval affairs. Although Sir Esme spoke
unoficially and without direct author
ity from No. 10 Downing street, Sil
Austen Chamberlain confirmed and re.
affirmed the Ambassadors statement.
In effect, that statement is that Great
Britain is considering a new line Of
approach to the United States on the
question Of naval armament. Britain
has no intention of issuing invitations
for new conference, the foreign Sec
rotary declared. But all matters re-
garding naval relations with the United
States are being diligently studied by
his majesty's government. They are be-
ing weighed in connection with the
overseas dominions.
Thus ends one of those incidents
which, as suddenly as they flare up, are
sometimes as capable suddenly of ag-
gravating international relations. No
one in Washington who has known Sir
Esme Howard during his five years at
this Capital feared that he would emerge
from the episode with professional pres
tige furnished. The seasoned dean of
the diplomatic corps, with forty-four
consecutive years of service to his credit,
is not the type of British career MANI
likely to commit a faux pas or involve
his government in unauthorized compli-
cations.
Sir Esme voiced the personal view
that the time would seem to be ap-
preaching when Uncle Sam and John
Bull could usefully get together and
discuss the subject in which they are
nowadays mainly and mutually inter-
ested. The Ambassadors observations
included the thought that our decision
to go ahead with the cruiser program
clarifies the situation. Sir Austen
Chamberlain states roundly that there
is no substantial difference" between
what the Washington Ambassador
thinks and said and what his superiors
in London believe.
The Howard Chamberlain incident is
closed, but the far more important sin
cident" of Anglo-American naval diff
ferences remains to be bridged. Ameri-
cans will learn with satisfaction from
yesterdays proceedings in the House OF
Commons that British craftsmanship is
graphing with the problem. It is q
grave problem. It affects the peace and
the pockets of both peoples.
The Hoover administration confronts
no international issue fraught with
greater Importance. II its tenure Of
Office is distinguished by a reconcilia-
ton Of our naval views with those OF
Britannia, 1t will write an indelible
page of world history and deserve well
of peace-lovers everywhere.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21
SHOOTING STARS.
BY PH1LANDER JOHNSON.
First PRINCIPLES.

First Principles.
My Cross Word Puzzle, return
Unto your mystic show;
And many things ought to learn
No more seek to know.
I turn to long ago.
The world in wearisome debate
Has oc> lpied my mind;
And even to affairs of state,
Though somewhat disinclined,
I turn the mental grind.
My building blocks of childhood charm
Are lost; my toy books, too.
The crime talk fills me with alarm,
And SO, I turn anew,
Friend Cross Word Puzz, to YOU
! humble intellectual pride
And on old memories dwell.
I cast great problems" all aside
And think I'm doing we'll,
If know how to spell.
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No. Objections Heard.

From the worcester Daily Telegram.
If the King of Italy and the King
Of Spain want to take few months
vacation together, there is absolutely no
reason why they should hesitate about
leaving their jobs. provided, Of course.
that Benito Mussolini and Primo de
Rivera have no objections.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

Inauguration preparations contemplate
attendance so large that quietude will
be impossible. The modest attitude of
the President-elect cannot prevent the
traditional assertions of old friend Vox
Populi.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

The numerous reports of cleaning
up that is to be done can hardly fail
to give Smedley Butter the thrill that
the old fire horse feels when he hears
the bell and whistle as the rescuing
engines pass.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

There is as yet no means Of compelling
gunner to wear numbers on their
jackets like the hunters who go after
rabbits. Game laws are better enforced
than laws for the protection of human
life,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

Congressional Bills.
"Are you going to introduce another
bill in Congress2"
"Yes," answered Senator Sorghum.
Like patient credit man, keep try
ing, even though most Of the appropria-
ton bills I have introduced haven't yet
been paid"
Jud Tunkins says he likes a long
speech, because he feels that the sleep
will do him good.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

In considering men who vote "dry''
though suspected by him of being "wet''
in personal taste, Senator Reed of
Missouri is willing to forget names and
content himself with remembering faces.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

Some of the New York theaters that
at first hesitated about regulations for
traffic jam are now in fear of being
unable to find attractions that will pro-
duce one.
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

The drastic penalties demanded by
the United States Senate for prohibition
violation may give that body some i'm
pressive opportunities for future inves-
legations.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

The mythical Crimson Gulch" used
to be regarded as the center of gunman
activities. 1t has faded from the map
of fancy and Chicago has taken its
place in fact
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

There will be banners in abundance
on March 4. The weather authorities
are not expected to contribute any pic
turesque touch by way of a blizzard
flag.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

Many in Europe who planned to re-
main at home in comfort have endured
even more hardship than Comdr. Byrd
and his crew in the Antarctic.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

Another Temperance Problem.
From the Helena, Mont, Record-Herald.
What this particular Winter has
created a demand for is thermometer
that can take drop or let it alone.
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This Won't Worry Many.

2 ON the Dayton Daily News
Ohio legislator wants to let people
gay taxes on installment plan, but this
is hardly apt to make taxes as popular
as autoAs X
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

Trotsky has lost his influence to a
degree that prevents even an inclination
to advertise him as sponsor for any
particular brand of cigarettes.
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You'll Get Yours, BY and By.

From the Norfolk Ledger Dispatch
Manufacturers are now getting what
they call striking" new automobile
Look out, pedestrians!
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This Is an Omen Question,

From the st. Paul Dispatch.
Girls Of an English debating team
visiting the United States say they find
the American girl very serious. The
English girls viii get The joke about the
time they get home.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21
Maybe We Are. at That.

From the San Bernardino Daily Sun.
A psychologist says that HicAila
was not insane because he was nt
catgnt in a single lie. If that Is tes
4 insanity, what crazy lot we must BIZ
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21
THEY'RE Gathering Moss

From the Santa Rosa Press Democrat.
Wouldn't it be a fine thing If states
men. too. had to gather proxies for
their wars?
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Harmony and the Bands.
The Fourth of March must be a day
OF Harmony. where all is gay.
Please keep the brass bands. far apart
That usual discords may not start.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

RadiOtOrial.
When Arlington County first left the
d. G.
We said, "Since you're ready to roam,
We must bid you good-by; yet time
we may see
When we'll gather to welcome you
home.
There is an affection that never quite
sleeps,
And hope keeps reviving anew.
So, Arlington County, the d. G. still
keeps
A light in the window for you"
When a crowded street you go driving
through
In rapid and reckless style,
Perhaps you may gain a minute or
two
And yet, is the risk worth while?
Remember that patience is sublime.
I'd rather prefer, by chance,
To be late for the train than be just
in time
For a date with the ambulance.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

Hope Eternal.
Prohibition penalties are very
heavy"
"They fill me with hope" said Uncle
Bill Bottletop. II am already arrang-
ing to cut in on number of big jail
building contracts"
"a leader of men," said Hi Ho, the
sage of Chinatown, sis one who sees
which way the crowd is going, and steps
in ahead"
'Tain' no use sympathizin' wifi a bad
singer" said Uncle Eben. HE ain
g'ineter to listen to nobody but his
self"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

After all, when is man "old"? A
man is as old as he feels, a woman as
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

@. Please name some of the earliest
settlements in Indiana.-P. G.
A. Some of them we're: Vincennes,
1881; GAINESVILLE, 1884; Fort Wayne,
1874; Lawrenceburg, 1902; Corydon,
1903; Madison, 1910; Evansville, 1912;
New Albany, 1913, and Indianapolis,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1929-02-21

O. What country is known as the
Land of the Midnight Sun"?-C. d.
A. Norway, or, more specifically.
Northern Norway, is the Land of the
Midnight Sun.
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lt46 r. l. AVE. NW.-LSree room, private
home plenty Of light and air. 80
2l3 4th ST SE.-1St floor, cool. airy rooms
with sink; $40 mo. Gas and esec. incl. 25'
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Neutrality-suspicious. AND BOARD.

GENTLEMAN, Protestant. wishes large room
with board in private family having no other
roomers; children no objection; private bath
considered state terms and who compose
family. Address Box 457-X. Star once. 25'
REFINED YOUNG WOMAN DESIRES ROOM
and board in private home. Address Box
ASA-X. Star Office.
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1918 RHODE ISLAND AVE.-Beautifully
furnished room with twin beds; continuous
hot water. North 1926
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OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES

3I6s MT. PLEASANT sT-5 r., HEAT
sos End ss.e..4 r., si5; r.. heat fur. 5000
642ia Morton pl. n.e.-4 rms and b.,
F. p! sHEEHY & BRO. sos 10th ST. NV
TWO VERY BEAUTIFUL APARTMENTS IN
the Royalton. 9l8 NJ st. nv. Four and five
rooms and bath; rent, S55 and sos. Open
for inspection.
JOS. A. HAYDEN, Agent,
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WANTED-ROOMS.

COUPLE desires bedroom and one unfur-
bished room in private home. Address Box
A70-X. star ONCE. rs
TWO ROOMS, kit, furnished. by couple
must he reasonable state price. Address
Eex 4e3-X. star once.
MAN, young, travels, home part time. de-
stres room, NV. Address BOX 47o-x, Star
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1870 VERMONT AVE-Large front room.
second floor twin beds; also single; cont,
hot water parloT, phone: girls. rs
1867 KALORAMA RD.-Colonial corner man
sion; suites, one two, three rooms with
bath attractive; near cars and Capitol bus.
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6l6 G ST. NW-Large. clean. Housekeeping
rooms, newly papered. water in room, lec.'
SIS. Groom apt OH first floor, nicely fur-
nished, $40 week. No objection TO children.
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ROOMS--FURNISHED.
fEnnAinnnA

MERRILL MANSION, 1851 FAIRMONT ST
n.w.-Top of hill. 14th st. carl and 2
room suites with or without bath. furnished
completely: linen and maid service optional
Day. week or month, 81, $40, SIP and SIS
week
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1917 10th ST NW--Two clean rooms, kItch-
enette, gas range, electricity, h.-w,h., private
bath. Ink. second floor: reasonable. 80
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1912 18th ST. NW.-Attractive home, con-
Venient to downtown district; cheerful,
newly decorated front room for two. Also
single room. Shower bath, porch. Meals
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iii9 18th. NEAR MASS. AVE-s3, $3.50 Also
light housekeeping, clean, central, am T.,
naTkiOp
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PARTISAN FAMILY offers room and board
to refined individual; French lessons avail
able; exceptional home environment. Po-
fnmac asa 29%
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RENT ROOMS-SUBURBAN.

1907 KANSAS AVE. N.W-2 rooms and large
Enclosed sleeping porch; newly painted and
papered. Reasonable. Adams 9777.
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44o x ST. N.W.-Two rooms and kitchen,
for Ink; electricity, gas and hot-Water
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4th ST. Me- front. and kitchen also
front. with kitchenette; back porch; newly
bapPred: reasonable
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2f24 LIST ST NW-Roomers and boarders.
scrahie "a
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Exclusive atmosphere; congenial surroun
inEs Rates moderate.
SUBURBAN BOARD.

FORT STRONG VILLA.
Les Highway, Va. opens June J. Mile
from WASHINGTON. House modern large
grounds. home products. Phone Clar. 1916.
Cherrydale or Country Club bus.
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WEST FALLS CHURCH. VA.-One or two
laundry privileges; breakfast optional. Pri-
waite family Attractive home and grounds.
directly on car lines. Falls Church lllaJ-2.
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1908 " ST NW-Double ami single rooms.
well furnished; refined homei excellent
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1904 18th sT-Attractively furnished room,
Sonable 25s