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PAGE FOUH THE ARIZONA liEEUBLICAN, "WEDNESDAY- MORNING, DECEMBER 23,1914 Arizona Republican's Editorial Page if i 1 Th Arizona Republican Published by ARIZONA PUBLISHING COMPANY. The Only t'Hper in Arizona Published Kvery Day la tn War. Only Morning Paper In Phoenix. Dwlglit Hoard President and Manager Charles A. Stauffcr.i Business Manager flarth W.

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no Wnndnyw only, by mail Kft WKDNKSDAY MORNING, DECEMBER 23, We see that there is no such tiling as a Christian nation, and that we are living in a rather harharous world. Charles Fletcher Dole. Tying Up the Legislature It lias been said that there are only seven original jukes in ihe world. Some writers have claimed that there are not so many; that there are only three, anil that the other four are merely variations or elaborations of the trio of originals. Hut it is agreed by the experts that no Juke lias been dis-co ered within the lasc "into years.

This is preliminary to an observation that Ihe field of legislation is much narrower than we are apt to imagine from the great mass of laws beins constantly turned out by the national and state legislatures. The most of this, except certain kinds of special legislation, may be included in one or another of a number of small groups, (he members of each group being more or less closely related to tach other. Except certain siecial legislation, about the only really new legislation which may be en-noted is in the shape of appropriation bills. These are new in each session. Practically all o.her legislation consists of the repeal or amendment, of existing legislation.

our constitutional amendment prohibiting the legislature from repealing or amending laws which have been enacted by the initiative or the referendum, places a restriction uixjn the legislatuie which will become more and more binding every two years, so that, unless the flood of popular legislation is checked, there will in time be nothing lor the legislature to do but pass the ap'propration bills arid go home. At the last election seven bills, two referred and five initiated, were adopted by the people, and seven subjects were thereby removed from the domain of the legislature. Each of these bills, except the three-cent fare bill, covers a more or less wide range into which a legislature is apt to intrude. There is hardly a session in which a legislature would not touch upon one or more of these subjects at some point. But, it may not do so now.

It can modify none rf these laws in any manner. It cannot even pass separate bills which are in any way inconsistent with any of these initiated or referred laws. They can be repealed or amended only by the people if thiy are held by the courts not to be invalid. And this is only the beginning. Two years hence, doubtless, there will be other initiated and referred legislation, and, in time, the entire frWd will be so covered with such legislation that there will tie nothing that the legislature can do except to act upon the appropriation bills, and even that small field may be seized upon in time to come.

There is in this situation food for consideration by thoughtful people. If our popular legislation system is to be successful, it must be guarded by those who are competent to guard it. It must be taken out of the hands o'f the comparatively few who would use it to give force to fanciful and ili-considered theories, and it must be turned to practical use. It is said that the system "makes every man his own lawmaker." It should oe so used as to make all voters lawmakers, so that the wisest and the most practical should prevail. fine objection to the popular is that the bills are apt to be placed before the people in crude form, and that, thereafter, there is no opportunity for their amendment.

We have found by experience that that is true. There Is but one way by which this evil may be avoided and that is by a legislative reference bureau composed of competent persons, who duty it should be, without altering the general object of them, to put the bills into proper shapa and language that would not com eal their purpose, so that the voters might readily understand tho character and the probable effect of them. The Unlifted Veil of the War According to yesterday dispatches the French had recovered several trenches" which they had lost a few days before. That was the first we hud heard of that reverse, after it had been repaired. Paris and London reports had neglected to record such losses, so much were they filled with stories of advancing and repulsing the atlacks of the Ormans.

war bulletins from both sides are very confusing to the observer who tries to follow them. It is not unusual for the German and the French reports to state that on 'the same day, they had made some progress and that the enemy's attacks had been repulsed. One is inclined to believe that these official advices are false. In interpreting them it is well to remember that a belligerent generally has nothing to say about the enemy's small successes, and that the word "repulse" is an elastic one. Occasionally a French or a German dispatch unintentionally lifts the veil by saying that a point considerably behind the lines, held several days before, had been attacked or defended.

This is really belated news of the battle-front being- driven backyard by the enemy. But. as the line was not pierced, it was possible to repoit, without stretching the truth to the breaking point, tin the attack had been "repulsed." As the fighting line in France and Belgium is a long one, it is likely that such encounters ore continually taking place. The "slight advances" are always mentioned, but the accompanying "slight retreats" are not chronicled. The Berlin advices do not misrepresent; they simply fail to report bad news.

The Austrian bulletins seem, for the most part, unreliable and given to exaggeration. So were the Russian bulletins in the beginning of the war, but lately they have been more conservative. Tlie Ijondon reports relate almost exclusively to the advices from Petrcgrad and Talis. Evidently. London does not always credit them, but passes them along, and to that extent only becomes a participant in the exaggeration or misrepresentation.

Farm Marketing John J. Dillon, publisher of the Rural New Yorker, has been appointed to be the head of the New York State Bureau of Food and Markets. This appointment was made because Mr. Dillon, for several years, has taken a deep interest in the economic problems of farm life and will bring to his responsible position much valuable study and experience. It is the object of the Bureau of Food and Markets to find a profitable market for ihe products of th" farms of New York and, at the same time, to devise such an economic system of distribution of farm food products that, through the saving thus brought about, the farmer may receive more and the consumer pay less.

In shorl, the business of Mr. Dillon and his bucrau will be to reduce in some manner the "middle charges" between the producer and the consumer. The Outlook, commenting upon the appointment of Mr. Dillon and his task, says: "Willi present conditions in mind, it has been shown by careful statistics that if the producer can receive from the consumer 7" per cent, of what the consumer pas to the retailer, the man on tile farm will receive 0 per cent, more than at present." It is obvious that a disproportionate charge is added to the produce of the farm after it leaves tho hands 'of the farmer, bomewhere along the route to the home of the consumer in the city. If Mr.

Dillon can reduce this middle charge and can divide the amount thus saved equitably between the producer and the consumer the problem of supply and demand will be. near a solution. The experiment of Mr. Dillon will be watched with great interest throughout the country. The first applicant for a mother's pension asserts that she is a whfow and a mother with dependent children.

That was enough. It was a waste of ink, time and paper to Inform the state authorities that she was unable to work ami had no visible means of support. The law does not make such a disability a prerequisite to the receipt of a pension. The Nobel peace prize will not be awarded litis year. And, yet.

such strenuous efforts to win as Mr. Bryan has made had never been put forth. THE STANDARD-BEARER (Sir Edward Verney of Croydon) I. "How can I tell," Sir Edward said. Who has Ihe right or the wrong o' this thing? Cromwell stands for the people's cause, Charles is crowned by the ancient laws; English meadows are sopping red, Englishmen striking each other dead Times are black as a raven's wing.

Out of the ruck and the mirk I see Only one thing! The King has trusted his brfnner to me. And I must fight for the King." II. Into the thick of the Edgehill fight Sir Edward rode with a shout; and the ring Of griiu-faced, hard-hitting Parliament men Swallowed him up it was one against ten! lie fought for the standard with all Tlis -might, Never again did he come to sight Victor, hid by the raven's wing! After the battle had passed we found Only one thing The hand of Sir Edward gripping around The banner staff of his King. Henry Van Dyke. NINE FROM FIFTY Only nine of the fifty largest cities in this country now retain the two-chamber form of government.

They are Philadelphia, Baltimore. Kansas City, Providence, Louisville, Atlanta, Worcester, Richmond and Cambridge. Clinton R. Woodrulf, the secretary of the National Municipal League, predicts that five years hence "not one of the larger cities will be risking its business and its future through a form of government that affords such abundant opimrtunities for inefficiency, waste and mismanagement." Youth's Companion. CENSOR NEEDED Leading Actor Your play, dear Don Cenon.

did not please the audience. It is too long. It should be cut somewhat. Author Do you think that by taking off some scenes Leading Actor Doubtless! Especially if all the acts are suppressed! Madrid Blanco Negro. A GENTLE HINT "But she says she has never given you any en couragement.

"Did she say that?" "She told me that her uncle was going to leave her a fortune and that he had one foot in the grave. If that is not encouragement, I'd like to know what you call it." Houston Post. BEERITIS Patient I thought of enlisting, doctor, but I seem to come over all swimmy-like In me eyes at times. D'you think it's me liver sot's wrong? Doctor Well, when do you especially notice this? Patient Well, I d'know I fancy it seems to come on mostly ov an evenin' after I've 'ad 'art a dozen drinks or so. London Opinion.

RESEMBLANCE One day there was fish for dinner and little Margie said: "Mamma, do you know what a shad reminds me of?" "No, dear," was the reply. "Well," said Margie, "it reminds me of a porcupine turned outside in." Chicago News. FINANCES AND MARKETS the ASSOCIATED TRESS DISPATCH I NEW YORK, Dec. Tl. That supply of securities continues in cess of the demand was again monst rated by tho heavy course todays dull movement on the Stock Exchange.

Many of the better-known and seasoned issues of less importance, including low priced coppers were quoted at bottom figures. The weakness of the metal group appeared to have its basis in another severe cut in the price of the metal ilue to a lack of demand. United States Steel resumed its old position as leader, falling in the early dealings to 4S 3-4, from which it rose fractionally, only to decline again in the final hour. The support of this stock was rather indifferent throughout the The general closing was correspondingly weak. That the Steel Corporation is hopeful of improved trade conditions is shown by the official statement to the effect no general reduction of the wage schedule will be made at this lime, because of "some evidence of a change for the better." Reading anil Lehigh Valley were conspicuous for their relative strength in the earlly stock trading, each gaining a point on the decision of the Kedor.il court, that lie Lehigh Valley had not evaded the anti-trust laws in lis relations with sonic of its subsidiaries.

Bethlehem Steel, preferred, was another isolated instance of strength, partially the result of a rumor that the company had secured more large orders from abroad. Among minor specialties. Central Leather rose on the increase of its dividend from two to three per cent. Bonds were irregular with free selling of the active croup. Total sales, par value.

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virile men in 1y union's hook a fid in the roles of "UurniiiB DayliRht, "The Sea Won, Naass' Nort "An odvssov of the nllmV Mr IOS- mjci worth is adding a succession of the most striking characters in Ihe drama, which will ho shown tonight at the Arizona the- screon apiin ivtre. Resides natural genius of a very hish order, trained under the direction of such men as Austin Italy aed Harrison rjrey Kiske, Unhurt Hosworth brought to his work as an actor a superb physique, enthusiasm, and the vitality and resourcefulness which varied career on sea and prairie fostered. He was Porn in Marietta, Ohio, and ran away to sea when he was eleven. Three cars at sea were followed by various experiences as a senii-profesional wrestler, ranchman and super in the theater, until at eighteen he was fairly embarked on the stage career in which has won so much honor. He first went on the stage in the hope of earning money by "suping" at night, on which he could live From War Zone One Cask Only WHITE CHINA FOR DECORATING Just Received Miller-Sterling Co.

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Top, Representative Rartholdt and Senator Hitchcock; bottom. Senator Works and Ambassador von Bcrnstorff. Count von Bcrnstorff, ambassador from Germany to the United States, urges the American government not to permit the shipment from this country of arms and ammunition for the allies. He says this is unfair, as Austria and Germany are blockaded by the allied fleets and cannot buy arms from America. Representatives Rartholdt and VoIImer and Senators Hitchcock and Works have introduced bills in congress, the effect of which would be to stop the sale of arms and ammunition by private persons to Kngland, Russia and France.

while painting, his first ambition 1-ein to follow the career of an artist. This love of painting he still i benches, and his landscapes haw won wide praise and are eagerly sought hy ((Hectors. Hut the stage early claimed him. Ten years in Angustin Italy's stock company were, followed bv leading en-raemcnts with Julia Marlowe, Henrietta Cross-man, Mrs. Kiske and others, and by slurring engagements under the management id" Harrison Crcy Uiske.

Then the necessity of life in the open air turned his attention to moving He was engaged as leading man with tho I'acific coast blanch of i ho tSelig com; any. and for four yens wrote, acted in and directed some of the most important productions i that company. His success as a producer of feature films at the head of his own company is a matter of recent history and too well known to need further comment. scene shows the transformation of Annette from a mermaid to a human. This is excej lionally good.

Trior to the transformation the mermaid, half fish, jam! half ery beautiful woman crawls out on tins anils and rubbing the sae-, red shell the proper way slowly loses I her fishlike halt and finds herself amazed to see ten pink little toes wink- ing at her on top of the sand. It is un- necessary to say that Miss Kellermans' garment here is holly an immense shock of hair which covers her nearly from crown to knee. The swimming exhibitions are abo marvellous. The 'picture will be shown again today. great "The made vood Kuipress the dh-ll is pa- alre the release, i a.

story The Fifth Man. Manager (C'lrady or the theatre will today offer for fieation and amusement of irons at popular th multiple reel S'elig Kiftll Man." in whicl famous James Oliver Cnr-soine tinu recently is reduced to pictures. The story is in Ihe Phillipines and as a whole is true to type. In addition there will He the views of the Salt river valley. The Perfect Worran No more wonderful picture has ever been shown here llian the picture in which Miss Annette Kellerman stars, as Neptune; daughter, which is now-playing at the I.ainara theater.

Some or the photography iri'tlie seen reels that tell a sensational fairy tale, i.s almost beyond human ken. There is one picture in the last reel where Annette is engaged in a struggle with her bister brother tinder the water. A great diving bell was used to place Hie camera man in to take I his picture hile Miss Kellerman and her companion struggled undr water before the bell. The fisiies sunn all around the strugg- nina pair during the tussle. Another picture shows the octopus 'the devil fish' going into the water and it is a big one at that, still another Lion Theater Those who have seen the Hill, The il'fice itoy" comedies previously shown i at th.e Lion theater will welcome the I announe( ment of another of this fun-I serii for show ing today.

This one is ailed "Hill Manages a Prize Kay Tincher, the gum chewing stenog-j laphcr is seen to advantage in these comedies and lias made big hit by her impersonation. A splendid two reel drama hy tho Iteliance players called -The Wotted Vage" Krancilia I Hillington Sain I.aOrasse play the I in this picture which is well act- ed and produced. Environment" is i the natij of another good drama in 1 which there is splendid character study. Christie Cahanna is the producer and ills work deserves much credit. "Alias, Jimmy Valentine." (Hd Jupe seems to have it in for (he Columbia, so says the presiding dor of tint amusement euiporoiim.

livery night jsut as the ticket seller opens the; wicket the oid boy turns on (be wet stuff and the gate suffers in consequence. Dispite this handi can which has prevailed for the past Iv.eek the Ri ilmmiil stock is drawing I better than anything that has been housed at the Columbia in several moons and when the sun comes out again and the suburbanite can get down town without a boat there is every reason to believe that a new attendance record will demand the first S. ft. o. sign of the year.

Candidly the slock i.s just a bit Ihe best ihing rhoenix has had for so long that the 'first white child born in the valley" don't recall the date of better. The cast is well ballanced and the offerings of such a class that the ticket holder if he has not A lovely gift box of candy is Whitman's Sampler This unique package contains a dozen delicious kinds of Whitman's Candy. I lb. of Whitman's Candy. 1 lb.

boxes at $2.00. Owl Drug Co. First Ave. and Adams been a regular patron comes away from his first visit with the impression that be has gotten the best, thirty-five cents worth spendable in an amusement way in rhoenix. With matinee today and a performance tonight the passing of Jimmy Valentine will see one of the most populer plays to the reprctoire to go.

A word to those who wait until arriving at the theatre to secure seals might obviate that standing in line. Klvey and Huletle have a man who will take your 'order and lay away your seats to be held at the window until p. m. If you do not use them you will not have to settle and Jou will help the ticket seller. The phone will do the trick.

The Cubs will train at Tampa, beginning March 1. Coming north they will play at Savannah, Birmingham, Nashville, Chattanooga and Memphis. Hilly Sunday, the evangelist, himself a former White Sox player, is blamed for poor baseball attendance in Ohio. His revival campaign had them busy praying last summer. MMMWWMd The True Value of a holiday gift lies its cost, Jmt in the spirit in which it is given.

In the interchange of useless articles there is an element of extravagance, hut if the gift be useful and appropriate it should provide a full measure of satisfaction and pleasure to both the giver and the recipient. Tlie Phoenix National Bank.