Casper Daily Tribune Newspaper, March 11, 1924, Page 6

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Six Months, Daily and Sunday Three Months, Daily and Sunday One Month, Daily and Suncay --- ‘All subscriptions must be paid in advance Daily Tribune will not insure delivery after subscrip- tion becomes one month {n arrears. KICK. IF YOU DON’T GET YOUR TRIBUNE. If you don’t find your Tribune after looking care- fully for it, call 15 or 16 and it will be delivered to you py special’ messenger. Register complaints before 8 o'clock. The Shame of It It has been the experience of every great man, who has tried to serve the public honestly and well, and also endeavored to present a program for public benefit, to have criticism and abuse hurled at him, by others, who have had no more substantial motives than opposition political ones as a basis for their contemptible action. Commenting on the unjustified criticism that is launched against Secretary Mellon in his effort to reduce the taxation burden upon the American people the Ohio State Journal well says: Mr. Mellon’s assailants make out that he holds his present position chiefly with a view to advancement of his private fortunes. The ab- surdity of that idea is that, if such were the ob- ject of a man of Mr. Mellon’s special abilities he would not be devoting his time to public office. He could make more money by giving his atten- tion to his own interests. We do not believe that any consideration but downright ~patriotism | keeps Mr. Mellon in public service, the political side of which he detests. He knows that the work of his department has to be done and that he has the qualifications to do it with unusnal skill and so he stays, doubtless against his per- sonal imelination, and stands misrepresenta- tions and abuse of persons who have only a po- litician’s knowledge of the subject of finance.” Why Good Men Hesitate “In the world of business of commerce, of in- dustry, merit counts for everything. A man’s progress depends solely upon his ability to sug- gest valuable ideas and to carry them out. In the world of politics, all the wealth of genius may be killed in a popular clamor aroused by a mere catch-word. sensationalism.” This is the opinion of the Fremont, Neb., Trib- une. Continuing in the same strain The Trib- une says: “Is it any wonder, then that a man capable of success in either of these lines would choose the former? If he were an official of a busi- ness enterprise and could go before the board of directors with a proposition to expand the firm's interests, he would be heard attentively and his proposal would be judged altogether on its meriis. If he were an official of the United States government and could go before congress with a proposal to advance and expand the gov- ernment’s interest, he might be heard respect- fully and he might not, and his project would be judged solely on the basis of the young strength that could be mustered by his particular polit- ical party. “Of course there are exceptions to this rule, but exceptions do not count for much against the rule. The main result is that big men, honest men, stay out of politics and devote their lives to commercial purstits. The average man does not care to deliberately invite hostility and un- just opposition where it is not necessary. He is willing enough to buck the legitimate obstacles in the way of every unproven theory or proposal but he is not willing to risk his reputation in the hands of men who would not hesitate to wreck it in the interests of partisanship. “This condition opens the political field to another class of men, the less scrupulous, the less ambitious, the lower principled. These are men who given the opportunity, turn political power to seelfish ends, and corrupt public of- fice. They do not mind the penalty of holding office. It is only a weapon which they them- selves know how to wield effectively. They com- bat trickery with intrigue. :s “Meanwhile, the American public pays the bill of poor governmental leadership, of extravag- ance, of corruption. And the people themselves are largely to blame. They heed the senseless catch-word in preference to logic of statistics and proven facts. Political argument popularly phrased is allowed to carry far more weight at the polls than is cold and sane reasonin “We have a great many good men in public office. When one of these conceives legislation, based on principles of good business, that will benefit the country, his polit enemies assail his motive, not the logic of his. proposal. We place one of the greatest financiers in the world at the head of our public treasury. He evolves a plan for tax reduction based on the present con dition of the treasury. A congressman who has no real knowledge of finance, who has never been in a position to actually know the condition of the nation’s monetary affairs, makes a counter proposal, and congress accepts the latter plan for the simple reason that it has popular appeal not because it is backed up with the good judg- ment of men who are in a position to know how tax reduction should be made effective. “The wonder is that so many really big men are willing to nme the hazards of public of-| fice. And the greater wonder is that more men | of low character are not finding their into official positions. But there are enough of the latter to make the positions of the former nearly untenable. A member of the president’s cabinet } | alternative program to win the larger measure Logic must give way before | P: dence inst him. There is every indication that at aaat one other member of the cabinet will | meet the same fate. “We elected a president of the United States not many years ago on the strength of a catch- word.” May Not Prove Popular As a clew to the antics of congress in the mat- ter of taxes as well as in the oil riot, the New York Herald offers the following explanation: “It is the democratic theory that a destruc- tive rather than a constructive program will point the way to victory. “This means, the Democratic leaders believe that they will not have to submit an acceptable of ular support.’ Trying to discredit the administration natu- rally is considered legitimate tactics by the op-| position. Democrats and radicals alike. A good old-fashioned mud flinging campaign of slander and inuendo might be expected, if it were not for the awkward fact that some of the mud has splashed over on to the Democratic side, soiling the angelic purity of these champions of right- ecousness. But will the people be satisfied with a pro- gram of destruction? Will they reward Demo- crats and radicals for destroying tax reduction and blocking other legislation, merely from a desire to discredit the administration, by put- ting the party of destruction and obstruction in wer? a smoke screen of oil or any other scandal will not blind the voters to the sorry failure of the Democratic-radical majority in congress to redeem pledges made to the people and “to sub- mit an acceptable alternative program” of con- structive work. The opposition will be held re- sponsible for sacrificing the public welfare to partisan efforts of destroying the administra- tion. Congress, as Senator Reed remarked, has gone “investigation mad.” If by any chance the oil hysteria should subside, there are about 30 more investigations in sight, ranging from the fur seals of Alaska to an inquiry into the origin of the World War. Congress apparently has no intention to deal seriously with public business. Tax relief, if Democrats and radicals have their way, will be defeated. As to farm relief, where are the friends of the farmers who were so eager to do something for their constituents? They are too busy with investigations. Even the professional railroad reformers have dropped their favorite target in the scramble to help in- vestigate something or other. When the balance of congressional achieve- ment is cast up there will be a rude awakening for the hosts of destruction. The opposition needs something more solid than a bagful of cal- umny and hot air to face the disappointed) voters. The Futility In the Democratic national convention of 1924 Doheny will not sit as a delegate. He will-not be considered for a place on the national ticket. ‘There will be no apostrophes to his “blue eyes.” Instead, his name will ring the rafters as a synonym for anathema. The compatriot of yes- terday will be the outcast of tomorrow. Repub- licanism will be horrendously condemned for the scandal cast upon it by the Democratic dele- gate-at-large from California! What a topsy- turvy world! All of which, but indicates how futile—and shallow—is, and will be, the effort of any party to capitalize Teapot dome against some other arty. The immediate lesson is that no party should attempt to “play politics’ with these grease spots. The dirty linen in all parties needs to be cleaned. The public service as adminis- tered by any party, needs to be purified. If there have been bribes, the bribers as well as the “bribeos” need to face the judge. This job tri cends “politics.” It involves the roots of ci zenship and the sanctity of government. The Most Important The most important discovery in the oil scan- dal was made by the New York World, accord- ing to the New York World. This was a batch of code telegrams which one of the World’s sleuth reporters dug up, had de- coded and published in advance of consideration by the Teapot Dome committee. However, the} most important discovery was that made by the Washington Herald, according to the Wash- ington Herald. A Herald reporter wrote that he had discovered that Senators Lenroot and Smoot had held a “secret conference” one night at the Wardman Park hotel with ex-Secretary Fall. This continues to be a “secret conference” in the columns of the Herald, which editorially de- mands the resignation of Lenroot and Smoot, al- though it never was a secret from other mem- bers of the Teapot Dome committee. Neverthe less, the most, important: discovery will be that of some other newsppare sleuth-—the one who finds in some oil refinery a collection of last season’s Christmas greetings, comic Valentines and St. Patrick’s day colors and to them calls the attention of Senator Walsh, of Montana. Walsh's Tribute In August 1917, *he senate committee on pub- lic lands said in its report (No. 16) on the pet- roleum situation: “No man in the United States understands the state Said “I must Macthedough to be a|/“Our foes with black, ollterior Ol) powerful McAdoo, rawoil heir of strong ollcandidate; The road to easy money's open and I know the gate.” McAdoo's clients soon became a score; Movie kings, of] kings, steel kings, ship kings and some more, Seeking for he'd There wa. Payne, But the I know pain." And took So now Payne's sham ‘I have “Congret “What Wigs— a minute Wag—" all right Hotel Cl few day: In Beyond terminus western ficehtly art, capped iridescent Here are mountain upheavals across its age a lan uttermost who have kind will the retres horseback. season a over the Jackson E travellers, “dudes” friendly travel on unustd t cA oil situation better than Mr. Edward L. Doheny. He is probably the largest individual oil oper- ator in the world. He is in no way personally in- terested in any of the provisions of this bill. By reason of his vast knowledge of the subject his unquestioned integrity and his unbiased and sound judgment, he was made chairman of the committee on oil of the state council of defense and by Bernard M. Baruch chairman of the com- mittee on oil of the Council of National De. fense.” The author of this tribute was Senator Thomas J. Walsh of Montana. This is an addi- tional Democratic indorsement. The Democrats should not throw bricks at Mr. Doheny. Will They See? Will the American people see through the con- gressional smoke screen? Will they come to a clear understanding of certain incontrovertible facts? Direct responsibility for the oil leases and the resultant scandal hangs around the neck of con- gress. As one Washington correspondent puts it: “The most outstanding aspect of the situa- tion is the complete failure of congress to safe- guard the national rights and needs. The great trouble in the whole matter goes back to the oil leasing law of February 25, 1 , and the subse. quent modif ion, adopted at the request of Secretary Daniels in June of the same year. These measures were passed with almost no de- was lately driven out of office without the sem- blance of a trial, without a hearing of the evi dence against him. So far there has been no evi: bate. The result has been to pave the way for body- Try Sh b what has happened. Yet not a serious suggestion for repeal of these statutes has been heard. Bellhop—‘Yes, too drafty for her, I guess.” where great bold peaks, monuments to the sublimity of her thrust up their jagged snow- crowns great silent forests through which may be seen unexpected views of bands of elk. No motor cars traverse a part of this wilderness, so cast itself as hope of man to line {ts highways still remains in this onward rushing in time, a thousand years removed —in distance, a day beyond in the northwestern part ‘of the state and preventing experienced in the art of camping, have thought of every detail for the comfort and pleasure of their That’s what you get with SHREDDED WHEAT. It contains all the i building properties of whole wheat in a most digest. ible form. full intwo special favors where ruled the roost before. Ss a young fellow named Who swore he got sick from cham- Pagne. doc sald, “Hold tight, you're all right; Champaigne could not give you a ‘ But the next day a hearse called for Payne, 4 him to where he'll remain. the doc knows, ‘Wherever he goes, champagne pain wasn't Pain. . Ultra-Modern Romance just finished writing a modern novel.” “Does the heroine marry the hero? “Yes, indeed. each chapter.” . A different one in Obsolete sman Stubbs has a hoard of usless information.” sort of information?" He is considered an authority on international lav eee No Doubt of It “I'd propose to that girl in if I thought she really wanted me.” If she really wants you, old boy, don't worry; you'll propose What Caused It lerk—“I hear Miss Snoop- er has had an earache for the last the keyholes are Boston Transcript. Lander, Wy the western of the Chicago & North- railway, Nes a country magni- by nature as wrought and pierce the clouds, tinted in paradise. wild game trails through parks where graze great thai by successive f the earth's crust has to forestall - the trregularities. Thus there @ of primeval grandeur— the end of steel rails. Those dreamed of a land of this find it in Wyoming, lying entrance to at it affords except by Through the far-seelng efforts of a few Wyoming men provision has been made to conduct each summer limited number of people great game trails of this marvelous region, the western ex- tremities of which lie in the famous fole country. These men, which are known as in the language of the Westerner. Each day's these trips will end early enough in the day to prevent those o riding from becoming tired, and to permit each to enjoy inf it with hot milk, redded neat A meal iscuits ~ Lines And Angles BY TED OSBORNE In Wild Wyoming JAMES T. GRATIO? motives must be messed.” The roi! was called, and lo! his name led ofl the rest. Pete Roleum should run: That's of! there is: McA-do,— McA-did,—McA-done. ‘TUESDAY, MARCH 11, 1924 through it, but no one given Up} mighty rivers, Columbia. From takes us dow. “I thought you had burntwood art, dear.” “Oh Archi . how can you be so heartless? This is a ple. . “Will Abie save anyt’'ing from dot last fire?” “Vell, yes. I understandt he vil safe apout two years by goot be- havior.” of Fox creek. follows up and Finance ‘Teacher—“Now, Johnny. suppose I should borrow a hundred dollars from your father and then pay him ten dollars a month for ten months. How much would I owe him?’ Johnny—“About five dollars inter- est.” try from which tant shape, clouds, eee comes that there “Would you mind tooting your fac- tory whistle a little?” “What for?” in their full sple: ‘For my poor father over yonder fn the park. He's quite deaf, ani he hasn't heard a robin all summer.” ore No Use For It Book Agent ir, can I sell you an encyclopedia? Deat Old Man ride one if I had { . There is slack Teton towering where bare winds permit no fo, I couldn't iy but alas! she A “I loved a girl once, ‘wasn't made for me.” “Some other man married her, eh?" glistening lakes. their feet in Ida! fo. = aia” National Park s' “Have you got another cigar like the one you gave me yesterday?” “Yes. Here's one.” Montana. the trail Jeads Yellowstone Park,. which sparkles like a sapphire in rock, Rocky Mountains the wonderful fishing that the coun- try affords. This being what yo! might say virgin territory so far as fishing is concerned, as few indeed are those who have been fortunate enough to enjoy the fishing in these waters which are all full of the genuine native mountain trout. Those in charge of the invasions into this little known but marvel- ous wonderland have secured guides to whom the mysteries of the coun try are well understood. The great guide book of the country told of here is Washington Irving’s out- standing contribution to American literature— “Captain Bonneville." ‘The hardy explorer ranged through part: of this territory, and this trip This trip may nection with re; although to get the trip and be wonderful hotels same company horseback trainy lake located on the highway at the to the park. .On travelers go fro: western terminus Northwestern rail until in later years ft was be true, and now it is one of t! wonders of the Yellowstone region. Few realize that at this Pass one stands at the head waters of two the Missouri and out on Two Ccean plateau, where one of the delightful camps is found early in the afternoon at the head Next day the trail Ridge, the summer ran; herds of the Yellowstone. summit we find Gratiot Point, from which one may look southward down into the Jackson Hole coun- so long excluded by a protecting loop of mountains. wanders until subconsciously a dis- lifting far above the eye and mind’ suddenly focus together and the realization magnificient Teton Mountains Hse shores of shimmering Jackson lake. iso Mount Moran with its clinging to it, and along be side of it the triple-peaked Grand rock with a frosting of perpetual snow. On ‘all sides are great and small mountains thrown up. by nature and in between these masses are seen glimpses of tumbling rivers and the heads of mountains which set the whole expanse of Yellowstone eye meets the irregular skyline of Truly a spectacle, and this scenery alone ts well worth the time and expense of the entire trip, but our pleasure is not ended yet, for from this point Here is found probably the most beautiful game grow in size to 30 pounds and there are plenty of them. Park tours and {s available for per- sons entering park via any entrance, Two-Gwo-Tee Pass. in Jackson Hole, Battle Creek. It is eold by all grocera, this pass oun trail Pacific creek and crosses Big Game ]y of elk At the the pioneers were Here vision What if our growth and ex- pansion had halted five years ago!. Maybe YOUR home to- . day would be one of ‘many without adequate—or any— service, in plain sight the ndor from the far 14,000 feet high, and whistling trees, but capped But we did not halt. WE PLANNED AND BORROW- ED FOR THE COMING YEARS—to serve the homes yet unbuilt, to meet demands yet unfelt. Northwest appear ho and northward tretches until the magnificent Now we’re equipping for still another day to come, from which we can look back and say—as we do today—“WE PLANNED AND BUILT WELL.” to Heart lake in a setting of yellow site in the and here the fish be taken {in con- gular Yellowstone the full benefit of able to enjoy the (operating by the who operate the at Brooks lake on and Jackson and both Rocky Mountain southern gateway this highway the m Lander, Wyo., of the Chicago & way, to the park NATRONA ‘POWER in_ modern motor busses. Chassts Sizes: 2-ton, 3-ton, 4-ten, 6-ton, 734-ton. Tractors 3-ten, 5-ton, 734-ton. Terms if desired Casper, Wyo. 316 West Midwest Ave ae Would your trucks survive a Prices range from $3,300 to $5, 0, £ a b. Buffalo, N. ¥. Sixcylinder Motor Bus chassis, $4,600 and $4,750, at Buffalo THE KUMPF MOTOR CAR COMPANY <a this night-and-day battle? 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