Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 44, Number 50, 8 January 1919 — Page 6
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THE RICHMOND PALLADIUM AND SUN-TELEGRAM WEDNESDAY. JAN. 8, 1919.
THE RICHMOND PALLADIUM
AND SUN-TELEGRAM
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MEMBER OF TBI ASSOCIATED FUSUS Tha Associated Press la xrlaslvalr atHI4 to tfc VM for republication of all news dispatcher eradltad ta it or not otherwise credited la thla papar and also tha local new published herein. AJ1 rlarhts of republication of apodal dispatches herein ara also reserved. e - . rgsi The General Assembly The forthcoming session of the General Assembly will have an important effect on the
future of Indiana, for the attitude which .the Leg
islature takes on some of the vital problems that are pressing for solution will be of more than
passing significance. It is sincerely to be hoped
that the General Assembly will for once in its
history surprise the state by quickly sweeping aside consideration of bills that have only a local significance and devote most of its time to the really vital measures that are to come before it.
The statute books are cluttered with amend
ments to laws, inserted by legislatures at the re
quest of a member who seeks to gratify the whim of a constituent. Purely local matters, such as
laws pertaining to ditches, drainage systems, and other matters that may be of great interest to one county but not to another one in Indiana, take up the time of the legislators to the neglect for instance of a consideration of problems of taxation, state finance, administration of our public institutions, the primary law1 and registration laws, the supervision and regulation of our utilities whether municipally or privately owned, public education from the primary grades to the universities the improvement of our city governments, the necessity of revamping our state constitution to permit the introduction of modern methods of governmental administration. The 1919 General Assembly could make itself the most remarkable legislature of our state history by announcing on its opening day that it would devote no time to petty and paltry bills but would resolutely undertake a study and solution of measures that would give Indiana better government based on laws scientifically drawn up to meet the conditions of the year 1919. We have enough laws on our books now without having to expect the General Assembly to add between 200 and 300 at this session. Better bv far
that the state legislators take up two or three comprehensive measures and enact their findings into law than jam 100 bills through the two houses for the governor's signature.
A member of the state legislature has no light responsibility to administer. If he looks upon himself and his associates as the business managers of Indiana, who in sixty days, are to decide on all the state's policies for the next two years; who are to have the "yes" and "no". on measures that directly affect billions of dollars of property belonging to millions of people ; who are to make laws that will either benefit or harm the financial, industrial, educational and moral spheres of the Hoosier commonwealth, he will approach his task with seriousness and perhaps even wonder if he is capable of filling the job to which he was elected by his fellow citizens. Abstractly considered, - it seems somewhat ridiculous that the people of a state are satisfied to have a general assembly meet only every other year for sixty days. What business house, or indeed, what individual, with billions of dollars under his administration, would at the end of sixty days of active work, close his desk, lock up his papers in a safe
deposit box, and lea?e for a vacation of two
years? .. And yet isn't that precisely what the great state of Indiana does? When the legislature adjourns, every effort to obtain remedial legislation
is automatically closed for two years, unless the government sees fit to call a special session of
the general assembly.
Even the mode of operation when the legislature is in session is so archaic that an astute citizen can hear it creak and groan. Appropriations are made and passed without a scientific study of needs. No budget system is prepared to guide and direct the financial affairs of the commonwealth. No brilliantly gifted commissions of men who are experts in their lines make arduous investigations of conditions and then draft
; bills that bear within themselves the secret of
success. And when bills are introduced they go to the committees whose chairmen hold their appointments because of political pull and within whose jurisdiction lies the power to see that measures are either reported back to the house or senate, or asphyxiated in the committee room. The power of the presiding officer is almost absolute, permitting him to retard legislation at the will and behest of any political coterie that controls the administration. This is true not only in Indiana but in the other states also. Reform in this direction will be, slow in attainment. But it is on the way now, and sooner or later, our state governments will feel the influence of the scientific habit that cuts off inefficiency and waste, and substitutes correct methods that produce right results.
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PEACE
OUR OWN FOURTEEN
POINTS 1 Freedom of speech. 2 Freedom of thought. 3 Freedom of press. 4 Punishment of profiteers. 5 Cheaper milk. 6 Efficient public service. 7 Fewer "professional patriots." 8 Transportation for coal. 9 Regulation of restaurants. 10 Less bunk. 11 More business. 12 Leas "What we have done." 13 More "What we are doing now." 14 Legislation for the benefit of the ultimate consumer. Ignace Paderwskl, the noted pianist, will be president of Poland. His presidential notes should ring true. Potash has been found In Nebraska. Terlmutter is still at large. "Germany will pay for the havoc It wrought," says Mathlas Erzberger. May we not state that we believe Mr. Erzberger Is right for the first time in several years. With eggs at their present price, the Osborne "Enterprise" believes that uny man who comes downtown with a yellow spot adorning his shirt bosom, will have no trouble putting over a loan at the bank. That loud, piercing silence now heard so prominently in Europe is none other than our old friends, Colonel House.
Colds Cause Headaches and Pains Feverish Headaches nd Body Pains caused from a cold are soon relieved by taking LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE Tablets. There's only one "Bromo Quinine." E. W. GROVES signature on the box. 30c.
Army Horses and Mules to Be Sold at Auction Annnouncement has been made by the government that army horses and mules will be sold at public auction at the Remount Depot, No. 320. Camp Custer, Michigan, on Tuesday, January 14, and Tuesday, January 28, 1919. The horses and mules which will be
onerea for sale are practically all 1
good, serviceable and well broken and will be sold at a tremendous sacrifice by the government. A halter goes with each animal and arrangements will be made for carload shipments. Prospective buyers will be met at the street car station on the Reservation. One hundred cavalry horses, 175 mules and 35 pack mules will be sold on both dates, and on January 14, 236 mixed mules and horses unserviceable for government use will be sold. The terms of sale are ten per cent cash at time of sale, and balance cash or certified check at end of sale.
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While waiting for a train home from the city one night Jones grew restless and looked about for something Interesting. His eye fell upon a slot machine and he promptly inserted a penny. "I have often wondered," he remarked aloud, in the manner of all truly thoughtful men, "where the profit on these machines " Here he grasped the handle with a firm and masterful grip. "Where the profits on these affairs " So saying he shook the machine.
I nave orten wondered, he continued, giving it another vigorous shake, "where the profit hang the thing!" Thn one of the porters came wo and told him that the machine was out
of order, and Jones realized at last where part of the profit came from.
"May I ask what is going on in the village?" inquired the stranger. "We're celebrating the birthday of the oldest inhabitant, sir," replied the native. "She is 104 today." "And tell me pray, why does that little man by the old lady's side wear such a dreadfully sad countenance on such an auspicious occasion?" "That little man. sir, is the old lady's son-in-law. He's been keeping up her life insurance for the last thirty years." On an American transport two days out from Liverpool: First Sambo, who is really enjoying the sea, to his dark companion who has gone below: "Nigger! Come on up! We're passing a ship!" Voice from below: "I don't want to see no ship. You jes' call me when we're passing a tree."
An American firm is about to erect a factory in Brazil for the manufacture of caustic soda and other chemicals.
November is the popular holiday month, twenty-six of the thirty days being held as holidays by some of the different countries.
'Roosevelt's Career Most Eventful One of Great Americans
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The late Theodore Roosevelt in his roughriding days, as a big game hunter in Africa, and the most recent photo of him. NEW YORK, Jan. 8. (Special) Probably nothing concerning the death of ex-President Theodore Roosevelt surprised the world more than the fact that he passed on while peacefully sleeping. The whole life history of "Teddy" was a story of fightings-overcoming odds with a will power that was indomitable. His late years especially were a series of battles to keep his health. Operations on his ears and his throat, drastic measures to drive out the sciatica rheumatism which finally brought the end, failed to halt him. Theodore Roosevelt had the most eventful career of any man who has ever Igured In the nation's history-Here are the high spots in his life history. They tell graphically of the wide range of his activities. He was born in New York City October 27, 1858. In his early Loyhood he was sickly was forced to seek the country air to relieve his suffering from asthma. Made trips to Europe with his parents when he was ten and fourteen. Studied under tutors until he entered Harvard at eighteen. Graduated in 1880. Entered politics as member of Twenty-first District Republican association in New York City. Spent three years in assembly and then refused nomination and decided to become a western ranchman. Mother and first wife died within a few hours of each other in February, 1884. Became deputy sheriff in Dakota. Lost race for mayor of New York in 1886. Became civil service commissioner in 1889. Served six years under Presidents Harrison apd Cleveland. Helped obtain beneficialfcivil service laws. Became police commissioner of New York in 1895. Named assistant seretary of war by President McKinley in 1897. Became lieutenant colonel of the Rough Riders when war with Spain camo In 1898. Led charges up Kettle and San Juan Hill. Returned to IT. S. and was nominated for and elected governor of New York. Was ' elected vice-president when
McKinley was made president. Became president when McKinley died from an assassin's bullet in Septehber, 1901. As president for seven and a half years he reduced the interest bearing debt of the country, rooted out corruption in government departments, dismissed and prosecuted men who were involved in land frauds and postoffice corruption. Got Russia and Japan to agree on peace terms after they had been at war. Appointed a commission to settle a dispute with England over the Alaskan boundary. This commission, composed of three Americans and three Englishmen, decided in favor of America's claims. Prevented Germany from occupying part of Venezuela to collect debts to German subjects. Simply announced he would order Admiral Dewey and his fleet to Venezuela if the move was attempted.
Settled Cuban disturbance without bloodshed. When Columbian troops sailed to take the republic of Panama, Roosevelt sent the U. S. fleet there ahead of the Columbians and they sailed home again. Obtained possesion for the V. S. of Panama canal. Organized the Ananias club. Though as pesident, he led a scientific expedition to Africa. Toured Europe and was honored by every nation. Quit Republican party to lead Pro
gressives or "Bull Moosers in 1912. Wounded by fanatic in Milwaukee , during campaign. j Explored Brazil in 1913, discovering : the River of Doubt. Declined presidential nomination in !
1916 after Republican national convention defeated an attempt made to nominate him. Supported Charles E. Hughes. Was foremost exponent of national
FOOD RULE IS STILL IN FORCE
IXDIANAPOLIS.Ind.. Jan. 8 "Some food dealers seem to have the impression that all restrictions and regula-, tions of the United States Food Administration have been withdrawn. Such, however. Is not the case," said Dr. Harry:' E. Barnard, federal food administrator for Indiana today. "So long as the food control bill is in force, and that is until it la withdrawn by executive order of the president or when peace is proclaimed, certain very definite limitations are provided and the only modification of it is possible through the president's decision that the operation of the law is not needed. Up to this time there has been no such action of the president in that direction. . "I want to give notice at this time that the authority vested in the food adminisration to investigate all licensed dealers, to the end that they keep within permissable annual net earnings, will be adhered to. We will make investigations and where the circumstances seem to warrant, require that the dealers give figures showng their margins. The penalties for taking excessive profits are Just as certain as they were at any time 6ince food contol began. "A well known and clearly defined rule of the administration limits the wholesalers of food to four per cent on their gross sales and limits the retailers to six per cent. These dealers are licensed, and can do business only by virtue of this license. The food
administration desires to avoid the necessity of closing up any establishments, but this penalty is inevitable where profiteering is discovered."
County Agent News
The farmers' four day short course which was to have been held in Hagerstown in February has been called off because of the Influenza epidemic, according to a letter received by County Agent J. C. Kline, from Professor G. M. Frier, of Purdue university. The letter stated that there would be no short courses held. Five boys and two girls who won premiums in the county corn show held recently will be sent to Purdue. They will not be sent until the influenza epidemic is over. All trips will be called off for the present. Purdue is planning a special achievement week in April and these trips will be good then. The canning club girls who won premiums in the corn show can get them at the county agent's office next Saturday. Prize winners were Helen Jones, Dalton township; Ruth Hasemeier, second; Alice Lemon, third; Louise Bentley, fourth: Virginia Livingstone, fifth, and Viola Osborne, sixth.
preparedness long before war threatened. Offered to raise and equip a divi'"n of troops for the Mexican squalbls and later for the world war.
Clem ThisuethwaiU, Kichmona, ind
Physician Explains Who Should Take Nuxated Iron Practical Advice on How to Help Build Up Great Strength, Energy and Endurance.
Riin-Down People Vinol is What You Need Weak, run-down nervous men and women need Vinol because it contains the most famous reconstructive tonics in an agreeable and easily digested form: Beef and Cod Liver Peptones, Iron and Manganese Peptonates and Glycerophosphates. ' We guarantee there is no tonic equal to VinoL HERE IS PROOF
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Commenting' on the use of Nuxated Iron s tonic, strength and blood builder by orer three million people annuaily. Dr. James Francis Sullivan, formerly physician of Bellerue Hospital (Out
door Dept.). New Yi
and The Westchester County Hospital, said: "Lack of iron in the blood not only makes a man a physical and mental weakling. nervous, irritable, easily fatigued, but it utterly robs him of that virile force, that a t a m i n a and strength of will which are so necessary to success and power in every walk of life.
It may also transform a beautiful. Sweet-tempered woman into one who is cross, nervous and irritable. I have strongly emphasized the great necessity of physicians making blood examinations of their weak, anaemic, run-down patients. Thousands of persons go on year after year suffering from physical weakness and a highly nervous condition due to lack of sufficient iron in their red blood corpuscles without ever realizing the real and true cause of their trouble, without iron in your blood your food merely passes through the body something like corn through an old mill with rollers so wide apart that the mill can't grind. For want of Iron you may be an old roan at thirty, dull of intellect, poor in memory, nervous, irritable and all "run down," while at 50 or 60 with plenty of iron in your blood you may still te young in feeling, full of life, your whole being brimming over, with vim and energy." Tbo accompanying article of Ir. Soltlvan should bo oarefnlly read by every-
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man and woman who wants to possess perfect health, great physical endurance and a strong, keen mentality. Dr. Sullivan sella how to increase the Iron in our blood ond thereby gain greater physical and mental power, brighter intellects and better health. But in my opinion you can't make strong.
vigorous, successful, sturdy iron men, and healthy, rosycheeked women by feeding them on metallic iron. The old forms of metallic iron must go through a digestive process ,to transform thera into organic iron Nuxated Iron before they are ready to be taken up and assimilated by ths human svstem. Notwithstanding all that lias been said and Writfm nn thia eith.
ect by well-known physicians, thousands of people still insist on dosing themselves with metallic iron, simply, I suppose, because it costs a few cents less. I strongly advise readers in all cases to get a physician's prescription for organic iron luxated Ironor if you don't want fj fo to this trouble then purchase Nuxated rpn in its original packages and see that this particular name (Nuxated Iron) appears on the package. If you have taken preparations such as Nux and Iron and other similar iron products and failed to get 'esults, remember that such products are an entirely different thing from Nuxated Iron. Mssnfactorert Sets: Nuxated Iron, which Is used by Dr. Sullivan and others with such surprising results, and which is prescribed and recommended above by physicians, is not a secret remedy, but one which is well known to druggists everywhere. Unlike the older Inorganic iron products it is easily assimilated and docs not injure the teeth, makethera black nor upset the stomach. Tha manufacturers guarantee successful and entirely satisfactory results to every purchaser or they will refund your mon-y. J is dispensed In. this city by Conkv Drus; Co., and Thlstlethwaite'a Drug Stores and all other druggists. Adv.
A Fable in Slang
By our own 1 BRICK WALL MASON
Now the outlook wasn't brilliant as he lamped about the placje; anyone could see his finish if he didn't change his pace.
All his shelves with goods were burdened, bought by box and barrel and bale, in a market that was tilted and had cost him scads of kale. With the season fast advancing and with goods that ought to sell, he at least agreed with Sherman, war most certainly was Well, it is strange how fearsome fancies flit across the troubled mind, and the fear of going "bughouse," left the thought of Bug behind. In days ago when trade was
brisk, when he felt so sure and snug, he a refused a Selling Service represented by a Bug. With his business prospects brightest he declined with such disdain, that the -Print-Smith" who had asked him never spoke of it again. But, thought
he, with storm ciouds rising, better see'f most any port than to drift in troubled waters ending in the Bankrupt s Court. So he beat it to the print shop, to Ye Ed. began to moan "What's that Advertising Service, beat it in my ivory dome."
Maybe we should have a moral to adorn tills little tale 'bout this Advertising Service turning "Stackers into Kale." And that we should give in detail how . .
the Service pulled him thru, but we'd rather spend the same time showing what 'twill do for you.
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