Indianapolis Times, Volume 33, Number 165, Indianapolis, Marion County, 19 November 1920 — Page 23
PUBLIC GOUGE CHANCE SEEN IN COST PLAN (Continued From Page One.) priee—i servlca at cost, meaning, of coarse, proper or necessary coat." Be explained that Boston has a single flat fare. But, he said, there are In Boston enthusiastic advocates of sono fares as more equitable and just in making the cost of riding proportionate to some extent with the distance the passenger la carried. “The trustees are studying the comparative merits of the two systems In the light of experience In this and other eotin tries." “Th* Fata of the Direct Primary" was the subject of addressee by Charles B. Hughes, president of the National Municipal League, and Prof. Charles E. Mertism es Chicago University, at the dinner at the Claypool Hotel, last night, of the National Municipal League, which is holding Its twenty-sixth annual meeting. In addition there was a brief outline of what the committee on electoral reform la considering, by Dr. R. S. Boots, secretary. Governor Goodrich presided. In el address Mr. Hughes said. “There has been a period of experimentation Which hae made it manl'est there has heen a disregard of the essential requirements of a proper primary system. GRAVE DEFECTS DISCLOSED BY METHODS "The methods which have been employed bace disclosed grave defects and naturally there la widespread criticism. The question Is, ‘What Is the remedy ?* Should the direct primary be retained ? Or should there be a return to the old convention system? Or should there bo a modification In an effort to obtain the advantages of both? The question Is one of most serious Importance and shou'd
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be discussed dispassionately and In a practical way.” "The advantages of a proper direct primary system are these: “First: It places a weapon in the hands of the party voters which they can use with effect in case of need. They are no longer helpless. This fact puts party lenders on their best behavior. It Is a safeguard to the aetute and unselfish leader who Is endeavoring to maintain good standards in line with sound public sentiment It favors a disposition not to create situations which are likely to challenge a test "Second: The fact of this control gives to the voters a consciousness of power and responsibility. If things do not go right they know tjjat the trouble Ilea with them. The Importance of this assurance should not be overlooked In any discussion of the apathy of the electorate.” In commenting further on this, he said It Is especially Important to hare this consciousness of power, of political control, in the voters. In view of the vast Increase which we must expect in the authority of onr chief administrators In State and city. Ha regards a proper direct primary system as the assential complement of the short ballot H* ssld there is one defect In the present system, ss It exists In certain jurisdictions, which easily can be remedied. That is the failure to have a suitable party enrollment as a qualification for voting at the primary, with the result that those affiliated with one p.T-tv can determine the nominations of another party. “Apart from this remediable evil.” he said, “the important criticisms of tho existing direct primary methods may be grouped as follows: “(1) That the direct primary overburdens the election machinery, by requiring two campaigns. “(2) That It entails heavy expense. "(3) That It Ignores the necessity for consultation and conference in the selection of candidate*.
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M (4) That It affords no aultabla opportunity for the formulation of party platforms. "(5) That It alda the efToTta of aelfadvertisers and demagogues. M (fi) That, even In the case of those who are not to be so characterised, it leads te unseemly appeals for personal support, especially :n tho case of candidates for judicial office. “(7) That frequently men who would be desirable candidates will not enter a primary contest, and "(8) That the contest la likely to develops bitterness, which weakers the party In the ensuing campaign for election." DISCUSSES THE SERIOUS QUESTION. After commenting on these various criticisms, Mr. Hughes said: “To my mind, the most serious question, presenting itself In different phases, Is with respect to tho obtaining of suitable candidacies under the direct method. The aversion to a primary contest on the part it men conspicuously well fitted for office is quite apparent. In touching on the work that could be done by voluntary organisations, he said that "we should expact In any of onr voluntary organlratlons thßt a nominating committee, consisting of some of the best informed men of the group, would propose those admirably fitted to be candidates for the offices to be filled. The fact that If such men are not chosen there la likely to be an opposition ticket, greatly conduces to a proper selection. An effort Is made to avoid the friction of a contest and the group is supposed to function well when it la able thus to settle Its differences and to avoid the bitterness created by a contested election. “There would appear to be no reason why this should not be accomplished In part) management without the. sacrifice of the conscious power of the party members to dictate tho party choice*. Dr. Boots explained that the committee wns not ready to report, but he sug-
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geated that soma method of enrollment at the primaries was necessary, and suggested that sach voter at the primary signify his choice of party on a slip of paper and that this Information as to his choice be not made public. Professor Merrlnm touched on what had been done In the last ten years In the way of nominating candidates and expressed the opinion that convention and primary expenses ar about the same to the public. ' The committee of the National Municipal League, appointed to draft a model State constitution, made Its progress report at yesterday afternoon's session. Tho committee favored a single house Legislature, all heads of departments to be appointed by the Governor, who will be the only other elected State official. Governor Is to have a seat In the Legislature with power to Introduce bills, but with no power to vote. The Legislature is to be elected by proportional representation. A legislative council is to be chosen by and from members of the Legislature to meet when the Legislature is not In session to study the needs of the State and prepare bills for introduction In the Legislature—the council also to act as a standing committee of the Legislature to consult with the Governor and department heads. These proposals were tentatively approved by the meeting, with the addition that the controller or auditor also shall be elected. Various other suggestions were made at the' meeting and these, together with the progress report submitted by the oommlttee. will be referred back to the committee that It may draft a final report on which final action may be taken by the league at Its next convention. Among the suggestions made were that the term of the Governor shall be for four years, wlthon f privilege of reelection, and that the teirns of the Legislators shall be for two years.
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SALE OF PLUSH COATS
For Women and Misses The purchase of an immense number of these beautiful coats at a time when the market was down, makes possible a sale which is seldom equaled. There are all the season’s favored styles; the highly desirable wrappy models, long and short coats and fur trimmed coats. Many of them are trimmed with fur which adds to the richness of their appearance. Some of the furs used are Australian opossum, black fox, racoon, beaver, nutria and fur. —Salts seal skinette —Salts peco plush —Salts baffin seal —Salts Behring seal plushy and other materials OUR LAYAWAY PLAN will enable patrons to obtain one of these coats without paying the entire purchase price at one time.
$35 Plush Coats, Sale Price
Half and Less Than Half Price Sale of Elsie Dinsmore and Little Sister Dresses
LITTLE SISTER DRESSES (Sizes 2 to 6) $2.50, $3.00 and $4.00 qualities, sale price—sl^49 Up to $5.00 qualities, sale price— SI.9S
These dresses are nationally renowned for their quality. In style, material and construction they are all that the most particular mother could desire for the little daughters. They are of excellent, fast color materials, chambrays, ginghams and linenes. They have deep hems, allowing for rapid growth of the wearers. V They are in dainty colors; pinks, blues, greens, etc., attractively decorated with buttons, sashes, tucking, etc. Many are hand embroidered and hand smocked. It is the part of wisdom to buy a season’s supply of these dresses. Sale prices, $2.98, $1.98 and.... .$1.49
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Unusual Values in Boys’ Winter Clothing
Boys Winter Overcoats and Mackinaws Sizes 2i/ 2 to 18 years ITeavy weight woolen materials. All this season’s new styles and patterns. Overcoats suitable for both little boys and their big brothers. Also winter mackinaws, warm and well fitting. Priced $15.98 and by degrees QO down to $0,170 BOYS’ WINTER CAPS—Sizes 6 to 16 years. Os all-wool materials, made with inside band to pull over ears. Special $1.48
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Boys’ 2-Trouser Suits Sizes 7 to 17 years New arrivals of Heavy winter weight materials made in styles that will please the vigorous boy. Dark browns, greys, greens, tans, mixtures and blue serges. Excellent selection to choose from. Priced $15.95, $14.95, $13.95, $lO-95 fcO QQ and BOYS’ BLOUSES—Sizes 8 to 16 years. Light and dark colors. Full cut, fast colors. Large selection 98£ BOYS’ SKATERS AND JERSEYS— Sizes 2 1 /2 to 16 years. All the new colors and stvles. Large stock to select from.' Priced's3.9B, $2.98 and $1.98
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SIOO Plush Coats, Sale Price $00.50
ELSIE DINSMORE DRESSES (Sizes 6 to 14) $4.50 and $5.00 qualities, sale price—sl.9B $6.00, $6.50 and $7.50 qualities (a few $lO qualities), sale price—■ $2.98
Mens Furnishings
MEN S HOSE, Barker and Premier brands, black and white, medium weight, ribbed tops; sizes 10 to 11*4; 10c quality 15? MEN’S SHIRTS, of neat striped percales, neckband and soft cuffs, coat Btyle, light colors; sizes 14 to 17 91.50 MEN’S WORK SHIRTS, of blue chambray and black sateen; flat, laydown collar attached, yoke back, faced sleeves, doub’p stitched, well made; sizes 14*4 to 17; up to $1.65 qualities 91-00
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MEN’S S-W-E-A-T----ERS, Mohawk brands, heavy ribbed, coat style, roll collar, two pockets. Green and brown $3.95 Gray and brown $2.95 MEN S SUSPENDERS, Harris and other makes, medium and wide web, cross back, good leather ends, up to 75c quality... so? M E N’S WOOL MIXED HOSE, “Roxania" brand, of wool and cotton, ribbed tops, medium weight, black, gray, with gray or white heels and toes; sizes 10 to 1146, (3 for sl-00) 35?
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