Lakeland Evening Telegram Newspaper, April 11, 1912, Page 4

PAGE FOUR [he Evening Telegram Published every alternoon from the Kentucky Puilding, Lakeland, Fla. Entered in the postoflice at Lake- tand, Florida, as mail matter of the second class. M. .b‘. HETHERINGTON, EDITOR. A, J. HOLWORTHY Business and Circulation Manager. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One year . $5.00 Six menths Three mouths Delivered anywhere within the limits of the City of Lakeland for 10 cents a week, From the same office is issued THE LAKELAND NEWS a weekly newspaper giving a Tre- sume of local matters, crop condi- tlons, county affairs, etc. Sent anywhere for $1.00 per year, T ——— “We slugged them over the ropes’ s Teddy s latest coutribution to the literature o!f the campaign, A NEW VIEW. One of tae lessons to be deducted 'from the outcome of the packers gtl'iul at Chicago is that an impera- Live necessity exists 10r applying the frecall to all unsatisfactory jury de- |cisions. The acquittal of the beel trust magnates has been received ev- disappointment, 11 today put to 2 lerywhere with | e question .mu' betore the people of Chicago or (llinois or the United States, there s [1ittle doubt that the verdict of the (‘hicago jurymen would be upset. Then what more need be said? No iman who is in his full senses or who 15 not completely steeped in moral obliquity will assert that a fossilized judge is any better than twelve fos- lsilized farmers, clerks, and small merchants, gathered together on 2 jury. 1f a man is guilty, the faco that twelve men say he is innocent cannot make him innocent, and any law that permits such a travesty of immediately were justice should be pealed. 1t is true that bribing twelve but there is nothing the predatory hearts upon it. Lo . oo MR Lo bl THE OUTCAST. A man may be one of nature's noblemen, and have all kinds of ad- niirable qualities of mind and heart, bug if he drinks he will be voted « New laws for pore and a nuisance. the protection of nondrinkers from drinkers are being passed every once in a while. In several states it is against the law to drink on trains. This is a simple recognition of the fact that the man who drinks is an affliction. He is bad enough in the open, for you can climb a telephon: pole, or crawl under a culvert when you sce him coming, but when you are penned up in a passenger coach with him, he has you at a disad- vantage. He usually wants to talk, and as he talks he blows his cream- colored breath in your face, and you wish you had an ax, so that you could put him out of his misery. Twa‘ men with cargoes aboard will scent up a whole tourist car, and make it uninhabitable. One man whose tongue has been lubricated with fu- jurymen may be a little more diffi- sil oil will make a journey unendur-i 4 A cult than buving up a single judge, able to seventy passengers, by actual |date for State Senator from Polk count. Railway men have a horror In the meantime, what has become [cial decisions, while certain to post- the locomotive run over him they 0f Messrs, Allen and Edwards? Looks like they “have gome to the mountains for the summer.” They stole Woodrow Wilso'ns grip in which he carried his apparel, but they can’t take from him the grip he has on the good will of the Democ- racy of the country. Mr. L’Engle convinced quite a number of people here that he is en- tirely too valuable as an editor to be relieved of that avocation for the less useful one of Congressman. A man who is running a paper that “the people read with their fingers for fear they might miss something” —the only one of its kind in exist- enco—ought to gtay right on the Job, It doesn’t pay to promise too far in advance that one will not be a candidate again for an oflice he holds. There is nothing a man is more likely to change his mind about when the time to run again comes ‘round. Up in Ocala now there is a candi- date for a county oflice who promised another aspirant two years ago that he would stand aside next time, and the published fac simile of the let- ier containing the promise must look pretty bad to him now. When the commission form of gov- ernment shall have been put in force in Tampa other growing towns of Florida will watch its workings with keen interest. Glad to have an ob- ject lesson so near home that we can observe the benefits or disadvantages of the plan as applied to another community and profit by its experi- ence, We are confident, however, that the commission idea in u|mr'.|-' tion will vindicate the judgment oi those who have advocated it in the- ory. Braxton Beacham is business man - not a politician, His oppo- nents can say nothing to his disad- i lution in this country, cannot perma- rently avert it. To do that we must have also the recall of jury verdicts and other legal formulae that stand in the way of the people's getting just what it wants precisely when it wants it.—New York Evening Post. o THE MEMPHIS FLOOD. Memphis is getting a share of the flood, and conditions in some parts of the city are undoubtedly unpleas- ant and serious. fering and loss, and, in the opinion of some of the city fathers, resultant !m‘ils. People have had to leave their komes and seek higher grounds, which is a great embarrassment, and entails a considerable loss upon thos: least able to bear it. A few of tho streets are flooded, interrupting traf- fic. The gas plant has been tempo- rarily put out of commission, and this involves the denial of a great convenience to many people. It is a misfortune which we all would like to have avoided, but it is not a wide- spread calamity, It has often been noticed that the first report of a fire, a battle or a flood, or of any other disaster, is al- ways greater than the facts justify. People are alarmed and terror-strick- en, and the imagination takes wings and flies to extremes, This was the case with us. A little reflection will show that things are not as bad as they might be. The flooded district, all told, oc- cupies not more than eight or ten blocks of the city, Insofar as the people living in these blocks are con- the calamity is great and much deplored by everyone, But we must reflect that Memphis cov- ers more than nineteen square miles of territory, not a foot of which, with the exception of these eight or cerned, ten blocks, is inundated or even men- aced, Even those who are not teKkilled in geographical measurements irg the peace, The statesmen who make the laws are taking official no- tice of these facts, and the gent with a jug finds himsflf extremely de trop when he tries to hoard a pas- senger car.—Walt Mason. NO SLANG FOR HER. The girls in a neighboring town nave an anti-slang society. A cer- tain miss was elected president. Asked if she would accept, she said: “Sure, Mike, but gosh, girls, I'm There will be suf-). wattied in my cupola that I'm real- Iy short on gab. We are certainly hitting the high places and | never tumbled to such a poise before, but when | give you the high ball I ex- pect you to get there Eli, and whoop her up for all that's out; I think I'm up to snuff enough so that the flies won't light on me while doinz the president stunt of this society act, but I won't stand for any mon- key doodle business from you gals while I am running the ranco. We gals ought to extend an invite to the married ladies to get out and help us shoot this slang business, it's get- ting to be fierce. —Saunterer, in Sanford Herald. e e e et Was 102 and Didn’t Know It. John Wilson, a naval pensioner who has died at Bexhill, Sussex, aged 102, did not know that he was a cen- tenarian. His true age was only dis- covered after his death, when his naval service papers were examined. Previously his age had been estimat- ed from the date of his baptism at 99, =Londor Daily Mail. —— Modest Man, Sometimes, but not often, a man loses the desire for tobacco and de- votes the rest of his life to bragging about his will power.— Atchizon Giobe, 00 ey S N o 2 T D R o S M A A O > THE EVENING TELEGRAM LAK ELAND, FLA, APRIL 11, 1912, lococcoonooo0omED o ° CE-X-X-X-E--X-F-5-X-X-X-X-X-X.) [Political announcements will be | accepted and inserted in this column i for one month or less for $5.00, or will be carried daily until date of eiection for $1€.00. This fee MUST ;bc paid in advancc.] 1 FOR STATE SENATOR. To the Democratic Voters of Polk County: I beg to announce my candidacy for the office of State Senator from this district, subject to the action of the Democratic primaries, the date of 'which will be announced later. Respectfully, H. J. DRANE. FOR STATE SENATOR. Te¢ the Voters of Polk County: I hereby announce myself a candi- !county., Having tne will to serve | interests cannot do if they set their of the soused passenger, but if ther | the people's best interests, 1 will use The recall of judi-]hold him down on the track and let |such ability as I possess in the ef- | fort to do so, should they entrust me ipone the outbreak of a French revo-|are apt to be arrested for disturb. Wwith this commission. I respectfully 'solicit the support of all the voters. JOHN F, COX. FOR MEMBER COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD. The friends of Mr. J. C. Owens have gained his consent to offer for member of Board of Public Instruc- |tion, and present his name to the voters of this district, subject to the Democratic primary of April 30, and ask all voters to give him their sup- port. FOR PROSECUTING ATTORNEY. ' I am a candidate for the office of Prosecuting Attorney for Polk county, and respectfully solicit the vote and support of the reader and every democratic voter at the pri- mary election, April 30. I promise that if elected, I will devote my time and energy to the duties of the of- fice in prosecutions for the State. FOR TAX COLLECTOR. I hereby announce myself a candi- date for the office of Tax Collector of Polk county, subject to the Demo- cratic Primaries. If elected I prom- ise to discharge all duties of the office faithfully and to the best ability. of my HENRY J. LEWIS. FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER. The friends of Mr. N. A. Riggins, believing him to be a most desirable man to fill the important office of his Respecttully, I EPPES TUCKER, JR. County Commissioner, present name for the consideration of the 'ing primary Vote For BRAXTCN BEACHAM FOR CONGRESSMAN-AT-LARGE . Extracts from His Platform: Material Federal Aid for Hard Roads in the Several States More Money Appropriated for Navigable Streams. There is no way that the people of the interior can recoiv any di rect benefits from the millions apprepriated annually by the Goyorg ment, except an appropriation for h ard roads. veters, and solicit their support for him at the coming primary. FOR REPRESENTATIVE. The friends of J. C. Brown hereby announce his candidacy for member of the State Legislature from Polk county, They know Mr, Brown's worth and efficiency, and recommend him to all the voters of the county, assuring them that they will make no mistake in casting thelr vote for (X) J. C. BROWN. FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER. I hereby announce myself as a candidate fbr the office of County Commissioner from the Fifth Dis- trict of Polk County. If elected will fill said office to the best of my abil- ity, treating all parts and all the people of said district alike. Thank- ing all who support me in advance in | the primary of April 30, 1912, 8. JOSEPH HENNECY. FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER. I am a candidate in the approach- for nomination for county commissioner, and it ..t I shall endeavor to meet charge every duty faithfuly and i 5 honestly involved upon me, <« | 1.4 this method of soliciting th. 1,4 of District No. 5 of Polk coun's B, J. YATES FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER, The friends of Mr. T. F. feeling that he h s faithi: efficlently performed the ¢ County Commissioner from Dist:i No. 5, and being desirous of s curing a continuance of his vil Hulbrook uable services in that capaity, a nounce him as a candidats {or ra election, and urge all ing 0| terested In good roads and a administration of county affair: ¢ give him their votes. FOR CLERK CIRCUIT COURT I hereby announce my . for the office of Circuit ('loy county, subject to the action Democratic primary. 1 r ask your support and if i promise an eflicient busin: istration of the office L. S. MORRNW e —————————————————————————————— RAGOVOUURIGOOCOTICOUIUPITOTAA DO FODOVOONGIIFTRI IO OO OGO TIT OISO D COORO0000BO0ODOGCHONOGCHDVIOIVOIOSDIAOVOTIOOHOODAOVDOODOOBOOONGOHOOOHIOOE BOODODOOOBEEOO m () vantage except to claim that he has “done nothing™—by which they mean he has not secured or sought office. Ile has been one of the build- ers in the State; has worked up to a point where he has shown himself capable of doing things for himself and his community, Now he seccks to enlarge the scope of his useful- ness by serving his State in the halls of Congress. If the people honor him with that trust they will have no cause to regret their action. Twill not fail to realize that eight blocks is only a small portion of Our friends Spring time and Easter is here. So is ny complete stock of Spring Goods. Piece Goods in all the leading colors. For this Season's Styles my line of Laces, consisting of Vals, Linens and Clunies. is com- plete. Also Embroldaries in Swisses and Cambrics in all widths with the Bands to match is something fine. I am sure that after you inspect this department you will agree with me that it is complete. Will appreciate your calls and will take pleasure in show- ing you, rineteen square miles, away from here who have been so gencrously voluntering assistance will see from these figures that Mem- phis is abundantly able to care for ner own people during the period of high water. — Memphis (Tenn.) Scimitar, s DODOOOOOT For the Ladies and Children I have the nicest line of , E | | l(en'l.nnd Boys' Spring Clothing is now in demand for Easter and this have it to fill that demand. For Men I sell the famous nothing better. In these Brands I am showing some fine steds, unlined Coats, and above all can fit any convince yourself, Mothers, bring those Boys and have them fitted up properly with a nic little Suit of Worsted or Serge in Fancy or Solid Color. You will be pleasc‘:i.l;o svillythe Boy. s warm weather and I - L & S. Bing and the Sellwell Brands. | . Suits and Pants in Mohairs and Wor- | 3 size man or any shape. Take a peep at them and ! : ] I i 600D ADVICE FoR | ANY COMMUNITY., Filthy ssrroundings nfike a home unhealthy, unattractive and a nui- sance to the neighbors eyen if the person who allows his premises to become filthy not object to Say what you will, the primary iz the people’s long suit, and they will be fools indeed it they ever allow a return to the convention. In his young days, as a newspaper reporter, ©) i e ——————— | RESOLVED AT | HavE FouND | | ASHOE, i THATS COMFORTABLE AND MANDSOME TOO ‘ AND STRONG:; IT SIMPLY WONT WEAR-OUT. Brown’s 5Stars and May Man. tons for Ladlcs| does the writer attended many political conventions, and saw the inside of numerous deals, and knows beyond dispute what very little chance the people had of having their wishes re- garded. Everything was decided by rings, sometimes all by one ring, and the only choice the voters had was between one bunch of politicians and another, and as the different bunches often had an understanding with each other, even that choice was more fancied than real. Now- adays, the candidates must £0 before the people, and the people look at them and listen to them, and pick those who please them best. The pople make mistakes sometimes, but they come nearer being correct and incorruptible than anything else on'stantly taken for a cert i ing in thi ! ain crown mous TRUE | &ndam sure you will find something in this department the face of the earth; and if they dolprlnco whom 1 believe I resemble.” SHAPE Hose | that will meet with your meeds and taste. My line of make a mistake, its their mistake,| "I suppose you had to shell out White Shoes in Nubuck and Canvass is great. Tan and they can pay for the mistakes, plus the rascalities of the politi- cians, veighing against the primary, swat him and his friends every time they them. There is a general movement on foot to make Pensacola a city free trom flies and mosquitoes and a thor- ough carrying out of Mayor Reilly’'s orders today will make the task much casier for the ones leading this move- ment, Flies breed in filth. Mosquitoes breed in broken bot- stagnant water or in any place where stagnant water is allowed to remain for more than a few days. duty of every resident, white and | colored alike, to put their premises in 2 order.—Pensacola Journal, R i “When I was abroad I was con- | ‘some large tips.” “No. I let the prince get the rep- So when you hear a man in-|utation of being a piker.” A railroad from Egypt to India is|} g0 into politics, for they are trying|contemplated that will shortem tha to take away a very large portion of journey between the two countries your liberties.—Ocala Star. _ by at least six days. tles, tin cans, buckets and tubs of [& It is the|Q Yours truly, . C. OWENS LAKELAND, Brown's 5 Starj. Steadfast and Biltrite rMen| | 3 | Just received a! soft sole shoes for the babies, | in ail colors. Sizes 0 to 4 FLORIDA I sell the fa- for men and women. They are seamless pair of shoes that I handle. A SHOE YOU ALL HAVE HEARD ABOUT. AND NOW 1'LL TELL YOU WHAT T0 DO, JusT“AsK FoR ¥ BUSTER BROWN BLUE RIBBON SHOLS My line of Spring Shoes for Easter is arriving dails S}mu in all styles in Oxfords and Pumps. Give thost tired feet & good rest by being fitted up properly in 2 \