Richmond Palladium (Daily), Volume 44, Number 277, 4 September 1919 — Page 6

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THE RICHMOND PALLADIUM AND SUN-TELEGRAM, THURSDAY, SEPT. 4, 1919.

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An American Conference The press generally believes good results will follow the president's plan of a conference to better the relation of capital and labor. "If it

be kept from politics and placed, as we trust, on a

high plane of broad minded Americanism, the conference should be able to assist our industrial evolution along constructive lines for the common welfare," is the judgment of the Chicago Tribune. "It is true that imported radicalism is in the air; that labor shows signs of unreason and un

restraint where it has been infected by this radicalism. But it 4s happily also true that the spirit of American brotherhood which arises from American principles of liberty and American

habits of self-restraint and American faith in

peaceful evolution is blowing the air clearer day by day. In this fresher, brighter air, conservative labor and liberal capital already are moving toward each other, are getting together for mutual help and progress, and this fine expression of the American spirit, we feel sure, can be given added momentum and broader sweep by such a conference as the president proposes. "No one who has given serious thought to the problems of industrial harmony will expect Utopian results from the conference. No such

As scientific methods have been developed year by year, the value of the fair has increased and the exhibits have become better and of higher grade. The same observation holds true of the agricultural implements and other exhibits that are shown. The attendance this year shows that the value of the fair as an educational medium has been fully accepted by the citizens of the state. Not alone farmers but thousands not directly engaged in the growing of crops and the raising of high class live stock have been attracted to the exhibits. An exhibit of agricultural products once a year-at some centrally located point, such as Indianapolis is, is of inestimable worth to the state. If the state fair is maintained at a high point of excellence, it serves a real purpose in promoting the welfare of the commonwealth.

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The Gospel of Thrift "The individual as well as the lawmaker can help in the task of reducing the high cost of living and bringing about normal conditions of business in the United States. His path of duty is pointed out in the following quotations: "Only by keeping the cost of production on its present level, by increasing production and by rigid economy and saving on the part of the people can we hope for large decreases in the burdensome cost of living which now weighs us down." President Wilson, in statement to his fellow citizens. "The people of the United States are more extravagant than formerly. Thrift and economy must be practiced." Senator Williams of Mississippi. "What is needed is to startle the people into

sanity, self-restraint, and an indignant inquiry into every excessive price they are called upon

one will fail to realize that the conference has one to pay." William Howard Taf t, ex-President of

the United States.

READE Charles Reade. Engrllsh dramatist and novelist, was born at Ipsden. Oxfordshire, on June 8, 1814. Although It was his wish that the word "dramatist" should stand first In the description of his occupations, recorded on his tombstone, and in his alms as an author, was dramatist first and novelist afterward, ever having an eye for stage effect In scene and situation; yet it has been claimed that ho was wrong in his own conception of his power as dramatist, as his plays were often failures, while his novels have endured the test of time. His first comedy. "The Ladles' Battle." appeared at the Olympic Theatre In 1851; but his reputation as dramatist was made Dy the two act comedy, "Masks and Faces." In which he collaborated with Tom Taylor. By the advice of the actress, Laura Symons, he turnertvit into a prose story, which appeared In 1S53 as "Peg Woffington." A little later "Art" appeared, afterwards known as "Nance Oldfield." Reade was assured of a reputation as a novelist when he published "It's Never Too Late to Mend." This is a novel which he wrote with the purpose of reforming abuses in prison discipline, and the treatment of criminals. Five other novels followed in quick succession: "The Course of True Love Never Did Run Smooth," "Jack of All Trades." "The Autobiography of a Thief," "Love Me Little, Love Me Long," and "White Lies," dramatized as "The Double Marriage." Then appeared "The Cloister and the Hearth," relating the adventures of thd father of Erasmus, a story of the fifteenth century. His next novel of note was "Hard Cash." a story of modern English life. Reade produced three elaborate studies of character "Griffith Gaunt," "A Terrible Temptation" and "A Simpleton." He introduced himself in "A Terrible Temptation" as Dr. Rolfe. He was an amateur of the violin.and among hi works is an essay on Cremona violins, which is entitled "A Lost Art Revived." For rome years Reade's health gradually failed. He died on the 11th of April, 1SS4, leaving behind him a complete novel, "A Perilous Secret." which showed no falling off in the art of weaving a complicated plot and devising thrilling situations.

PEG WOFFINGTON BY CHARLES READE Condensation by Edward H. Crosby

of the most difficult tasks before it ever imposed

upon a public body. But these problems are before us and we cannot escape them by shutting our eyes or turning our backs upon them. It is our duty to look them fairly in the face and deal with them in the American way. "What is the American way? It is the way of common counsel, of rational compromise among different interests and points of view, of loyal cooperation along lines agreed upon, of faith in ourselves and in one another, and therefore, above" all, faith in our country and what is assures us of broadening justice and broadening progress.

"Every clean plate, every empty. garbage pail, every well-worn suit and resoled shoe is a great aid in giving production a chance to catch up with consumption." William Mather Lewis of the Treasury Department. "Work and save." Governor Harding of the Federal Reserve Board.

iscovenes

Discoveries of positive benefit to the human race usually have followed very closely upon a pressing demand for a remedy to alleviate suffer-

"Seat the sane, practical, patriotic leaders of i ing or to contribute to the welfare and happiness

organized labor, who were a tower of strength to our country during the war, at the counsel table with experienced, farsighted, and equally

of mankind. For instance, under the stress of war the method of the cold pack system of canning, al-

patriotic directors of our industry, and some- though known and practiced for many years, thing is going to be worked out for the substan- reached its perfection and was generally introtial benefit of the wage earner and his employer duced throughout the United States.

and the whole people ; something we can all rally around; something which will make us more secure than ever of our prosperity, more confident of progress, prouder than ever of being Americans. "When war came to us, labor and capital, the brawn and brain, and, best of all, the heart of America, rose to the inspiration of a great task. We have a still greater and quite as inspiring task before us now in the evolution of industrial peace and the safe broadening of the bases of our democracy. The Tribune, for one, faces the future in the confidence that the American will triumph over all difficulties and that American capital and latior, energy, character, and directing genius in closer union are marching forward to a better day."

The high price of meat has induced scientists to, study methods of preserving it without expensive cold storage systems now in use. A scientist on the faculty of Columbia College, it is announced, has perfected a method of drying meat and fish that rivals refrigeration. It is estimated that twelve times as much meat and fish can be handled with this method with the present machinery of the packers. If these conclusions are borne out in fact, and the foodstuff is really as good as if it had undergone the refrigeration system, there is no reason, other factors in the cost of high living being equal, why meat prices should not be reduced.

The State Fair Hoosiers take a pardonable amount of pride in their state fair. The foundation of Indiana's greatness is her agricultural industry. With this she combines great manufacturing enterprises whose products are sent all over the United States and to foreign countries. Despite the tremendous expansion of her manufacturing establishments and her mercantile and financial institutions, Indiana has never lost sight of the value of agriculture. The state fair has become an annual exhibit pi the best products of our farms and dairies.

POINTED PARAGRAPHS

"WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THAT?" Pittsburg Gazette. German sailors in large numbers are reported offering to volunteer in the United States navy. The peculiarities of the Hun are beyond understanding.

THE NTH POWER OF EXTREMISM Philadelphia Record. The consistent prohibitionist will not eat There's a percentage of alcohol in it.

bread.

Peg Woffington stood before the mirror in her dressing room at the Theatre Royal, Covent Garden, London. She was alone with her thoughts and they were both serious and pleasant, if the play on her mobile features could be taken as a criterion. She was summing up her eventful career from the time when but a child of eight, cold ragged and hungry, she had been found on the Desmond Quay in Dublin by an actress who undertook her professional education, to the present moment, when, as the reigning actress of the British capital, she had the

world at her feet. She was supreme In tragedy and captivating in comedy

ana m private life brilliant as a conversationalist, with a wit as keen as it was delightful. And the reflection her glass threw back was one of rare beauty. An oval face crowned by tresses" which equalled the ebon of the raven's plumage, lustrous eyes in which the emotions constantly played and a poise that nothing apparently could disturb. Yet there was a curious expression on her handsome features, a look which she had never before witnessed. For Peg Woffington, for the first time in her life, was in love. She had many admirers and quite a few flirtations, but they had all been ephemeral as Peg Woffington could quickly detect idle flattery and tho sycophancies of the jeunesse doree which hung about her shrine. She was a woman of the world, keen, suspicious and cynical and while she toyed with her gallants, her heart and soul were in her work. But one evening she noticed in a box, a face new

to the theatre. He was a man evidently from the provinces, but he gazed at her with undisguised admiration. Night after night he was at his post, listening attentively to every word she spoke and with an unmistakable air of respect. She waited, thinking like all the others, he would seek an interview

but as time went on and he made no

attempt to bring about an acquaintance, Peg's curiosity was piqued and by guarded inquiries she learned that he was Ernest Vano, a country gentleman of means and reputed a bachelor. One night however, Mr. Vane was brought to the green room by Sir Charles Pomander, a man about town who had long but unsuccessfully sought to win Peg's favor. Miss Woffington was not in the room when Mr. Vane first arrived. He quickly adapted himself to the novel surroundings and launched into a eulogy of Peg's personal charms and histrionic ability. During Mr. Vane's remarks Peg had entered the room and overheard her praises so eloquently sung and, knowing that Mr. Vane was unaware of her presence, she was impressed with his sincerity. Then they were introduced and Mr. Vane was almost speechless with admiration. All that his imagination had painted, was more than realized. Her beauty, her intelligence, her graciousness were overpowering and Mr. Vane, in his embar

rassment, could only stammer a few commonplaces. Here indeed was a novelty and her curiosity turned to interest. She was still cautious and would treat her new found friend with varying moods, sometimes cordial and then again coldly, but all the while she was learning more and more of the man who had come into her life.

THE GEORGE MATTHEW ADAMS DAILY TALK THE WORLD TOMORROW The backbone and stability of any nation is Its edcated people. For in them alone lies the safety of leadership. .Fear and Insecurity come from Ignorance. 'The public school Is what has given greatness to this nation. Democracy of the safe type Is born In "the little red school house. Interfere with efficient and devoted teachershlp and you knock the props from everything worth while In the world tomorrow. One of the gravest questions before the United States today Is that of Its poorly paid teachers both in its public schools and its great Institutions of learning. Training up the children In tbe way they should go, Is the most Important affair of any time. And yet, not another class of men and women are so outrageously treated as are the teachers today. Entrusted with the lives and futures of millions, they are paid for their faithful labor hardly enough to keep soul and body together. There were billions for defence. Where are billions for teachers, so sorely needed to teach our children for life and service In the world tomorrow? I would like to see a few Liberty Loans Instituted for the education of those who are to take our place In the world tomorrow! And for the payment of those teachers whose unselfish toil is the foundation of the world tomorrow. Why is there no national secretary of education? Are not human beings as valuable as pigs and cattle? Is a noble teacher of less value than a tree or a waterfall? Why is there no Teacher's Day? Build your national highways, patch up your railroads, clean up your back yards, put all those who would take milk from baby's mouths, In tight Jails and put a guard about them. But, for the sake of the world tomorrow, pay your teachers more. For until this is done, to talk of Democracy Is to drive the team of freedom tall first!

WAIL OF A WALL FLOWER Ft. Plain Standard. "That cheek-to-cheek stuff is too raw, slushy and silly

Triplet, a hanger-on at Covent Garden, was recognized by Peg as one who had befriended her in the early days of poverty. Triplet was a playwright and scene painter and to give him assistance Peg offered him a commission to. paint her portrait. Peg's visits to Triplet's studio were told by Sir Charles to Vane, as evidences of Peg's faithlessness, but the falsity of the charges was soon proved and Vane's infatuation was stronger than ever. Sir Charles had almost abandoned hope of defeating his rival until one day, when returning to London from

me country ne gave assistance to a woman, whose coach had become dis

abled.

The beauty of the lady so impressed Sir Charles that he sent his servant to learn her identity and the man brought back word that she was Mrs. Ernest Vane. A deadly weapon was thus placed in Sir Charles' hands, but he refrained from making public his information until the proper moment. A banquet had been arranged by Mr. Vane in honor of Peg Woffington and Sir Charles managed to have Mrs. Vane appear when the festivities were at their height. His scheme was successful and the effect of Mrs. Vane's advent was electric. Mr. Vane, not knowing that his wife was in town, was filled with consternation but Peg's tact did not desert her even in this trying moment and she introduced those present as members of the nobility. Mrs. Vane was not suspicious and accepted the

situation in good faith, but Triplet, who had brought verses in honor of Miss Woffington and being unaware of Mrs. Vane's identity revealed the true facts and the wife was heartbroken at her husband's inconstancy. As for Peg she was furious at the deception placed upon her. She fully believed that Mr. Vane was free to woo her and then in a moment her dreams were rudely shattered and ber

i faith in mankind destroyed. She de

termined to take desperate revenge. She would keep Vane at her side in j-pite of the wife and then, when he was firmly in her toils, she would publicly discard him. Filled with these thoughts she went to Triplet's studio where the portrait he had painted was to be exhibited. The first glance showed the picture to be a wretched failure and even

Triplet acknowledged his defeat. But

there was no time to lose for the critics were already approaching the studio. Peg with a sudden inspiration cut the face from the portrait

and having arranged the draperies so that her body would be concealed, she

placed her own features in the aperture. The comments of the connoisseurs was ludicrous, some declaring there was not-the slightest resemblance to the original, others that the flesh tints were imperfect and still others that the drawing was out of all proportions. When the opinions had been expressed, Peg came from behind the easel and expressed her views In t:ue Milesian manner. Peg remained after the others had departed and told Triplet of her intentions toward Mr. Vane. Unexpectedly Mrs. Vane knocked at the door of the studio. She had been followed by Sir Charles Pomander and had sought refuge from his attentions. Peg had no desire to meet Mrs. Vane but

I there was not sufficient time to es-

walting below, which she knew would bring that worthy into the room and then despatched Triplet to Bummon Mr. Vane to the studio, Mrs. Vane concealing herself in an adjoining apartment. Sir Charles responded to the summons immediately and in a moment was making violent love to Peg whom he mistook for Mrs. Vane. In the height of a most impassioned scene Vane entered and made the same error as did Sir Charles. Swords were drawn but Peg disclosed herself before matters became serious. The thought that his wife was beloved by another produced such a shock to Mr. Vane that he realized he still loved her and the two departed together, leaving Peg with her unhappy

thoughts. Peg Woffington never recovered from this episode. She plunged once more into her work, but life had lost all its interst. She did not remain long on the stage, but retired to private life and devoted herself to charity, Mr. and Mrs. Vane being her staunch friends while she lived. Her grave in the little church yard of Tddington England, Is the mecca of thousands who pay tribute to the memory of the actress and the woman. CopvriBht. 1910, by the Post Publishing Company (The Boston Post). Coiyrl&ht in the United Kingdom, the Dominions, its Colonies and dependencies, under the copyright act. by the Post Publishing Company. Boston. Mass., V. S. A. All rights reserved.

tomorrow.

Dinner Stones

They were walking under a very little umbrella; he was modest and 6eemed to be nervous and Bhe finally remarked softly: "Charley, I'll carry the umbrella If you will let me." "Oh, no; I can carry it." "Yes. Charlie; but you see, your arm takes up so much room that one side of me is out in the wet." "I know, dear, but what will I do

with my arm? Won't It be in the way all the same?" "I don't know, Charlie. Tom Clark always knows what to do with his arm when he is under an umbrella with Mary Martin because Mary told me so." Lindley M. Garrison, receiver of the B. R. T., was asked to comment on Federal Judge Julius M. Mayer's suggestion for averting a strike on the B. R. T. lines.

I "That would be rather rash for I Judge Mayer to pass judgment on me.

It reminds me of the case of the man who went to hear one of Bob Ingersoll's sermons. When he came out he was asked what he thought of the sermon. " 'Well,' he said. 'I've heard what Bob Ingersoll thinks of Christ. But I'd sooner hear what Christ thinks of Bob Ingersoll'."

A lady while going downstairs to dinner had the misfortune to step' lightly on the dress of the lady la' front of her. The man on whoso arm ' the former was leaning rudely said aloud, so that the couple In front; might hear: "Always getting In the way Hke Balaam's ass!" TTpon which the- lady whose gown had been trodden on. turned around,! and replied with, a sweet smile i "Pardon, me, ft waa the angef 0; stood In the wajv and the ass- whWh spoke." j r- - -k I

food Evening j BY" ROY K. MOULTON j - " mi

"Nothing below the knee" fs fSe new style of Paris stocking. Ah", bare- , foot girl with cheek of rouge We care not who makes the nation's laws, or who writes the nation's songs so long as we can write the nation's, column. Every man In this business is his own press agent. TRILBY STEPS OUT (From the Watertown, S. D., Public Opinion.) Miss Helen Llghtfoot has resigned her position with the Model Shoe Shop.

THE KEEN-EYED KOPS OF KALAMAZOO The police, who searched In vain for Louis Argylian, the Hungarian driver of the truck, have located him. Kalamazoo Gazette. Ludwig of Bavaria says Bavaria won the war. As John Armstrong Chaloner might add: "Who's looney now?" TOODLE-OOl PIP! PIP! Isn't that a ripping name, what? Lord Ribblesdale! I doubted the wisdom of Mrs. Astor's choice until I read that Lister, old dear, had been honored with the title of master of her majesty's buck hounds. My eye, what a queer world! A fellow can be go

ing to the dogs, so to speak, and still be getting on a bit. Rawther! The Germans want to get their kaiser back home, which only proves once again that there is no accounting for tastes.

Memories of Old Days In This Paper Ten Years Ago Today

County commissioners met to con-, sider county expenditures for the, coming year. The local Democrats met and set September 22 for primary elections here. Postmaster Spekenhelr's whit steam car ran away, on the Main street hill.

cape so once more she went behind

As she stood before her mirror, she the easel and placed her face in the

was awaiting the arrival of Mr. Vane.

They had become warm friends, much

more, on the part of Mr. Vane, who had openly declared his love and had

for even a pavement dance and reminds one of eating a sent her many tokens of his affection

soft boiled egg without salt."

Taking Counsel Together

From the Chicago News. IT has been a common remark since the signing of the armistice and the emergence of serious domestic problems, especially those arising from industrial unrest, that what the nation needs in peace is more of the spirit which enabled the American people to take so creditable and glorious a part in achieving complete victory in the war for justice and democracy. What was that spirit? The question admits of but one answer. Unity, patriotism, unselfish devotion to a great cause these moral factors are what made victory possible in the world war. Now, as President Wilson Eays in his Labor day address, and as other thoughtful persons, have said, certain forms of internal strife constitute an even greater danger than that of war. Thers are industrial as well as military junkers. There are fanatical extremists who preach the detestable doctrine of class warfare and urge physical force as a method of economic and social reform. Shall we suffer industrial junkers to make war on democracy after the military junkers have been put to rout? An intelligent and sober minded people, an efficient, practical people, has no need of "direct action," revolutionary agitation, bitter strife. It can solve its Internal problems by ascertaining the legitimate grievances of rny of Its elements and deciding on the wisest and surest means of redressing those grievances and promoting greater prosperity and contenment throughout the repubtic To say or to imply that we are unequal to an orderly.

rational democratic solution of our economic problems is to discredit our national character and our national intelligence. It is to indict human nature and to despair of human reason. There is no occasion to despair. Our manifest duty and our plain interest, individual and collective, coincide. If we Americans confer, discuss, search our hearts and bring our stock of good will and solidarity to bear on the economic and social questions of our time, we shall solve those questions wisely and peaceably. It is a heartening sign that conferences and frank, straightforward discussions of the labor unrest are being arranged or announced in various parts of the country. President Wilson is to summon a conference of labor leaders and leaders in industry at an early date. The Illinois Manufacturers' association has called an "our country first" conference to elicit the views of business men, labor leaders and students of social science on the questions that are causing apprehension. Even in private homes of enlightened and representative citizens useful discussions of industrial unrest are being held or planned. It Is by mutual accommodation, by fair and constructive measures, that we shall solve our problems and avert strife. What discussion and reasonable compromise have done for politics and government they can and will do in the field of economics. "Evolution, not revolution," should be the watchword of every lover of righteousness and humanity.

which Peg had accepted, but with her peculiar whim she had declined anything save some inexpensive gift, telling her lover that it was the sentiment which she desired not the intrinsic value of the present. She had decided to reveal to Mr. Vane that she, in turn loved him but the old, suspicious feeling would not leave her. When they were alone together Peg placed her hands on Vane's shoulders and gazing fixedly into his eyes said: "Ernest, we actresses make good the old proverb 'many lovers few friends,' but no one outside our circle knows how much we need a friend. Will you be one to me?" And Ernest promised faithfully that he would while life remained. Then she gave herself up to the intoxication of the moment. With all her adulation Peg was lonely. There had been no one to whom she could go and open her heart with a sense of security and when Vane poured into her willing ear his avowals of undying love and devotion, Peg's hungry soul drank in his words as the thirsty earth absorbs refreshing showers. She was "supremely happy, more so than she had ever dared to be and the thought almost frightened her as she built dreams for a bright future. Sir Charles Pomander did not at all relish the turn affairs had taken. He had planned many schemes to win Peg's affection and when he witnessed the triumph of one he regarded as a rank outsider his love turned to hate. He endeavored insidiously to poison Vane's mind with stories of Peg Woffington's past life and on " tine' oces-

i sion he was nearly successful. James

portrait. Mrs. Vane, after explaining

her presence, noticed the picture and exclaimed: You are a great artist. Mr. Triplet, the likeness actually breathes. Oh that she were here, instead of this wonderful image of her. I would speak to her. I am not wise or learned but orators never pleaded as I would plead to her for my Ernest's heart." She paused for a moment and then, addressing the picture, she continued: "Oh yes you are beautiful, you are gifted and the eyes of thousands wait on your every word and look. What wonder that he, ardent, refined and genial, should lay his heart at your feet. I cannot take him from you, but oh be generous to the weak and give him back to me! Give him back to me. beautiful, terrible woman and I will love you longer than men can love!" Suddenly she started back with a wild scream. "It is alive!" she cried and running to Triplet hid her face on his shoulder. For Peg had been so affected by the piteous appeal of the heart-broken woman that with al her self-control she could not check the tears which coursed down her cheeks. Peg ordered Triplet to leave the room and when the two women were alone Peg turned to Mrs. Vane and said calmly: "I trust, madam, you will do me the justice to believe I did not know Mr. Vane was married?" "I am sure of it," replied Mrs. Vane. "You are as good as you are gifted." Peg then promised to bo degrade herself in Vane's eyes that he would leave her in disgust, but to this plan Mrs. Vane refused to agree. Finally Peg arrayed herself In Mrs. Vane's cloak and hood threw a note from the window to Sir Charles who was

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