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SPECIAL HOLIDAY Kentucky Irish American ARPY'S GOODS , NOW ON DISPLAY DIAMONDS, WATCHES, JEWEIRY. ETC. CHAS. E.SENG - JEWELER 309 1J Market Louisville, Ky. Above Ploj d It. Phone 5310 Lady Dash 10c Liltle A. J. 5c Best Cigars Made VOLUME XXXIX. NO. 26. LOUISVILLE, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29, 1917. PRICE FIVE CENTS. SMOKE ADMIRATION For President Wilson and Ills Policy Expressed by Popo Benedict. Words ol Sympathy For tlio Suffering Jews of Russia. Outrages of Czar's Government Cause of Sorrow to Pontiff. NOT SEEKING TEMPORAL POWER Americans and Catholics every where will foe Interested In tho fol lowing extracts from an Interview bad with Pope Benedict by Herman Bernstein and only now made pub lic: I ihave not published anything about that interview, as it was not Intended for publication, but It seems to one that at the present moment, when the Pope's efforts In behalf of peace are widely dis cussed and his neutrality is ques tioned In certain quarters, it will not bo a breach of confidence to re late some of the facts with which I familiarized myself during my visits to tho Vatican. The Pope displayed a keen Interest in and a familiarity with conditions in Russia that was amazing. He said, in a soft tone, apparently deeply moved: "I know,about the tragedy of tho Jewish people in Russia. Their suf ferings have touched my heart. I have received reports from my Bishops about tho persecution of the Jewish people in Russia. I know about the wholesale expulsion of entire communities, about the wholesale accusations against tho Jewish people without foundation, about their great sacrifices and their terriblo sufferings. I am aware of the fact that this anti Jewish manifestation has been stimulated in Poland by the Russian Government. The Polish people are themselves suffering untold hard ships, my heart is bleeding for their sorrows in tnls war, and my own Bishops have been treated cruelly and mercilessly by the Government f tho Tsar." Tho Popo then referred to several petitions he had received from Gallclan Jews and to letters he had received from distinguished Jews In rarlous belligerent countries, de picting tho plight of tho Jewish people in the war zone. Ho de clared that if American Jews, rep resentatives of tho Jewish com Jiunity of tho greatest neutral power, would present some of the facts in the form of an address, he would be glad to answer by a pub lic letter and would send a cir cular letter to various countries stating that it was un-Christian to be anti-Jewish. He said he was an energetic enemy or anti-Semitism and would denounce It upon every occasion. It was at this point that I mentioned tho remarkable appeal of Pope Benedict addressed to tho nations then at war and to their rulers, In July, 1915. "Yes," he repeated, "wo must re member that nations do not die. Humbled and oppressed, they chafe under tho yoke Imposed upon them, preparing a renewal of tho combat and passing down from generation to generation a mournful heritage of hatred and revenge." The Pope expressed his great ad- liratlon for President Wilson as a brilliant statesman, as a great leader and power for peacfe. He declared that he had watcJled his efforts in behalf of peaco olid that he himself would continue lo light for peace and would be glf all those who fight for p to aid :e. Tho Pope then spoke & icaln of his absolute neutrality. "We reprove injustice what- ever side it may (have b in com- mltted," ho sa... "I lov lall th6 children of God equally a I suf- fer when they suffer. I h p point- ed out In my recent lott to the rulers of the nations at war that It Is high time to weigh with serene, mind the rights and aspirations of the peoples, to initiate an exchange of views with the object of holding In due account, within the limits of possibility, those rights and as pirations, and thus succeed In put ting an end to the monstrous strug gle, 'rne equilibrium or the world, and the prosperity and assured tranquility of nations rest upon mutual benevolence and respect for the rights and the dignity of others, much more than upon hosts of armed men and ring of formidable fortresses." The Pope then Inquired about conditions In Mexico. "In Mexico, as elsewhere, all we want is lib erty," he said slowly. "Liberty and Justice." In answer to my question about his views regarding the aspirations of the Zionists, the Pope said: "I am In sympathy .with the Jewish national aspirations In Pal estine. We want liberty and jus tice, Just as the Jews want liberty ana justice everywhere." After a cordial handshake tho Pontifical audience ended. In the course of my Interviews with Cardinal Gasparrl I asked about tho reports to the effect that tho Pope desired to bo a member of the peace congress at the close of Wie war. His answer was: "It should be clearly understood In the United States and elsewhere that there is no truth at all in any reports that the Pope wishes to go to the peace congress to restore temporal power. His Holiness de clares solemnly that If he should go to the congress nobodjf will raise ZEPPELINS ARE FAILURES. Photo shows the remains of one of the fivo Zeppelins ihroucht down by tho French on a stretcher is tho dead commander of tho Zeppelin. Insert Lieut. Lefevre, who directed tho squadron that (brought down the Zepps. the question of temporal power. If he were not to go there will be at least two belligerent nations, one of them Germany, who will ask for the restoration of that power. His Holiness would like to see the United States as the peace mediator. Ho Is full of respect and admiration for the character of President Wil son." Then he added: "I have no doubt that you could do mo a service. You have read the Pontifical letter on peace. We sent that letter to the rulers of the belligerent nations. Wo have not yet sent it to tho neutral pow ers. I am authorized by His Holi ness to hand you a copy of that letter with a personal dedication to His Excellency President Wilson, and I would be grateful to you If you could present It to him when you return to America." I de clared that I would bo glad to do this. Popo Benedict gave me tho im pression not only of a great relig ious and moral 'leader, but also of a 'brilliant statesman. It was ev ident that he was suffering because of the sufferings resulting from tho war, and his efforts for peaco seemed to mo prompted by a whole hearted desire ot see a just and durable peace on earth and real good will to men. Upon my return to America, several months later, I presented the autographed letter to tho President, who expressed his appreciation and thanks to the Pope. NIGHT WORKERS MASS. Archbishop Moeller has granted permission to have an early Sunday and holiday mass for newspaper and other night workers in St. Louis church, Eighth and Walnut, "tho business people's" church, of which Rev. Henry J. Lehman is pastor. The "Printers' mass" has been established some years In New York City, Philadelphia and other cities. The credit for obtaining this favor from His Grace is due to Harry C Williams, a printer and a member of Norwood Council, K. of 0. Firemen, policemen, letter-carriers and other night workers are welcome to attend. The first Cincinnati "nightworkers" mass will be celebrated Sunday, January 6. LABOR MEN ELECT., Tho United Trades and Labor As sembly held Its annual meeting Sunday afternoon, passing reso lutions that would place tho fire department under civil service. Pat rick Gorman was re-elected Presi dent for tho third term. Other officers chosen were James 0. Ames, John Gimble, Philip Ossman and John Doyle, Vice Presidents; George 'C. Burton, Corresponding Secretary; C. N. Jacques, Record ing Secretary; Lawrence J. Stein mety, Jr., Financial Secretary; L. J. Stelnmetz, Sr., Treasurer, and Charles Gorman, Representative to the State Federation of Labor. nMMmMIIMM iihi iiiwtTm. una i ii ' i niMrmlnTilP ITALIAN PREMIER. .Prof. Vlttorle Orlande, tho new Premier, who faces a difficult task. recently aviators. In the foreground lying J CAMP NEWS Midnight Mass at Auditorium Presented an Inspiring Sight". Knights of Columbus Building Thronged With Delighted Visitors. Christmas Celebration of Con servation Council Immense Success. FIRST WEDDING AT CAMP TAYLOR With tho ready approval of tho Bishop and tho sanction of the Camp Taylor military authorities midnight mass was celebrated on Christmas evo In tho Auditorium chapel. Passes were issued to all men desirous of attending. Al though a heavy rain was falling It did not prevent tho men coming to tho moss, as tho Auditorium was taxed to Its capacity. Moro than 600 men received communion at tho mass, and as tho post chaplain said in greeting tho soldiers, if only the parents of tho boys could have been present to soo this In spiring sight a prayer of Joy and thanksgiving would have sprung from their hearts to tho great God who had drawn their boys to Him. Tho Auditorium was crowded long before tho time of mass by those preparing for confession. It was an unusual sight to see so largo a number of soldiers waiting their turn to go to confession. Confes sions wero heard by Post Chaplain Grashoff and ChaplalnsJtawlinson and Eango from G o'clocRfuntil mid night. The mass was offered by Chaplain Rawllnson and the sermon was breached by Post Chaplain Gras hoff. Tho soldiers' choir sang dur ing tho mass, under the direction of will T. J. Doyle, tho Secretary or the Auditorium. During tho com munion a solo was rendored by Mr. Doylo. Tho nurses of the base hospital and many nonathollcs were In attendance. Tho ceremony of the midnight mass and tho sight of so many soldiers receiving com munion Is a spectacle that shall linger vividly In tho memory of those present. Masses wero offered In the Audi torium at 6, 7 and 8 o'clock by the post chaplain. Just before the 8 o'clock mass Private Edgar Whlt latch was solemnly baptized by Father Grashoff, and received his first communion at tho mass. Capt, Walter Baker and his charming wlfo wero tho god parents. Mrs. Baker and tho Captain aro them selves converts. Private Ryan, of the 309th Engineers, made this first communion at tho midnight mass. A high mass was sung at 10 o'clock in tho Auditorium by Chap Iain Lango, and the sermon was preached by Post Chaplain Gras hoff. Tho music and singing wero rendered by tho choir of St, Louis Bortrand church. Tho members of this choir aro certainly to be con gratulated on their splendid voices and beautiful rendition of tho mass. Tho religious services of the day closed with solemn benediction of tho Most Blessed Sacrament imme diately after the high. mass. There must have been a new thrill In tho canticle of the angels In heaven, "Glory to God In tho highest and peace on earth to men of good will," as they gazed down upon our soldier boys assisting at tho Christmas services In tho Audi torium. Mass was offered at 6 o'clock In the chapel at tho base lic-spital by Chaplain Rawllnson, who also said mass in building No. 3 at 8 o'clock. Chaplain Lange said two aliases In the barracks, of the 45th regulars at 6 and 8 o'clock. During the aftornoon of Christ mas the Auditorium was thronged with visitors, who admired the tasty decorations of the building and stood almost In bewilderment over tho beauty of tho . ohapel. Too much praise can not bo given to tho ladies who so generously do nated their time In decorating tho building Sunday aftornoon and evening. Tie decoration was under tho direction of Mrs. Thoma3 D. Cllnes and Miss Florence Bar rett. And tho results only provo tho Old truth, that man would bo at a loss without tho beautifying hand of woman. A Christmas celebration was 'held In the rear of tho' Auditorium un der tho auspices of tho Catholic Conservation Council. Gifts were banded to tho soldiers In attend ance and was pronounced by tho boyB an Immense success. Gifts were also sent to ho post chaplain by friends for distribution among tho soldiers. Flowers for the altar wore donated by Mrs. Thomas Cllnes and Miss Barrett.' An event that shall long bo re membered took place Wednesday morning in tho Auditorium chapel when Oapt, J. F, Carey, of tho 159th Depot Brigade, Eighth Bat talion, was united In the holy bonds of matrimony to Miss Mabel Georglna Evans, ofiBrookllne, Mass. Oapt. Carey formerly resided In Rochester, N. Y. I Miss Evans, a lady of great charm .and culture, was attended by Miss Bertha Niel, of Louisville. Capt. Carey was at tended by Capt Joseph Ryan. Chap lain Rawllnson, assisted by the post chanlain. ofllctatcdLat tho wedding coromony, Captain and Mrs. Carey received communion at the mass which followed. Tho Captain and his lovely brldo were tho recipients of many congratulations and well wishes. The attaches at the Audi torium feel highly hon6red over tho wedding, as they realize that they have tho distinction that this mar riage Is not only tho first ono per formed in Camp Taylor, but also tho first colebratlon in any of tho Knights of Columbus buildings in tho cantonments throughout tho States. . At building No. 2 Chaplain Ma honey on Christmas morning cele brated mass at 6, 7 and 8 o'colck; 150 soldlors received communion, and at 7 o'clock mass Chaplain Mahonoy solemnly baptized Privato Chrystler, of tho base hospital, who also received his first holy com munion. On Monday evening the Junlora of tho Queen's Daughters, chaperoned by Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Murphy, entertained tho boys of tho 333rd and 334th regiments by distributing trench mirrors, pocket knives, games, etc. Tho boys en Joyed tho evening very- much and aro anxiously awaiting for the re turn of these young ladles. During the evening the quartet from Com pany H rendered several vocal num bers. Tho repository In building No. 2 has been 'completed. Last Sunday Father BaHfr, accompanied by several young ladle? of the Young Ladles' Sodality of St, Louis Bortrand church, came out and put tho finishing touches to it. They havo tho best wishes of tho Knights of Columbus for this work. At building No. 3 mass was cele brated by Chaplain Rawllnson at 8 o'clock Christmas morning. Un der the direction of Grand Knight Clines, ably assisted by several young ladles, tho boys of the Depot Brigade wore extensively enter tained on Monday night. Secretary O'Daly had his entertainers lined up and ho gavo tho visitors a rare treat at tho performance of his boys. Secretary O'Daly has been kept very busy during tho holidays attending to tho hospital and many other duties, such as arranging a basketball schedule, etc. Ho .has quite a reputation as being ono of tho most popular secretaries In canrr. During tho past week Secretaries! Manlon and Branson, two k.. or u. secretaries who will have charge of tho Jacksonville post, paid a visit and wero very much Impressed with tho buildings. HIBERNIAN ELECTION. At tho special meeting of Divis ion 4, Ancient Order of Hibernians, last Friday evening the annual election of officers took place and resulted as follows: President John J. Barrjv Vice President .Mark J. Ryan.. Recording Secretary Lawrence D. Meany. , Financial Secretary Thomas J. Langan. Treasurer John F. Burke. Sergeant-at-Arms Bernard Mul doon. Sentinel M. J. McDermott. Standing Committee Patrick Keegan, Fergus Mooney, Thomas Keenan, Joseph F. McCarthy, C. J. Ford. Previous to the meeting William A. Relsert, Managing Director of the Catholic Conservation Council, spoko in behalf of enlisting A. O. H. aid for tho soldiers stationed at Camp Zachary Taylor, and told how tho individual member? could assist 'by Inviting soldiers to their homes and in renting spare rooms Jo the wives and relations of tho drafted men who come here on a flsit. Mr. Relsert's talk was well received and Division 4 decided to enlist in tho work, and President Thomas Lynch appointed Fergus Mooney as a delegate from the di vision to tho Catholic Conservation Council. FRANKFORT PERSONALS. Misses Mary Drlslan, Elizabeth Meagher and Algela Haldi, who are students at Cardome, have been spending the week with their par ents at Frankfort. With tho many parties crowded into the calendar for these attractive girls their stay has been one continuous round of pleasure, Leonard Sower came homo from Indiana, where ho has been at tending Notre Dame, arid is with his parents Mr, and Mrs. John R. Sower. Miss LeGrand Geary Is home to spend a fortnight with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas C. Geary. She Is a favorite in the social sot and in her Tionor there were a number ot pleasant functions. ' iBIHHffiHSt&Sft&ry '" nn(MK" ,-?a Jlfi AMERICAN AVIATORS LEAV Art Smith, American aviator oftout to leave Japan for the United and forty-nlno medals. Ho will States Government as an instructor GRATIFYING Tribute Paid by Notable Econ omist to the Monks of Old. Efficicacy Advocate Deplores Ijack oj Leaders Among Clergy Kccognlzcs Economic Efficiency Among Priests Past and Present. FOSTERED CO-OPERATIVE WORK A notable book, recently pub lished, "Tho Foundations of Na tional Prosperity," contains four individual treatises by such au thorities on economic questions as Richard T. Ely, Ralph II. Hess, Charles K. X,elth and Thomas Nixon Carver. Tho aim of the authors Is to jointly place before tho Ameri can people a series of studies In tho "conservation of permanent na tional resources." In tho very last treatise Prof, Carver speaks of the "conservation of human resources," and in this connection ho writes as follows, following up the viewpoint ot tho economist pure and simple: "Travelers in Southern Europe must havo foeen impressed by the large numbers of priests and their high average ability. Except where this talent Is employed in con structive leadership It Is a serious drain upon the human resources of those countries. If it were the stupid and inefficient who were thus withdrawn from productive work the loss would be vastly less. Every one of those countries Is suffering from tho lack of con structive talent In such fields as scientific agriculture, engineering and business." Prof. Carver then continues. "Ono must not be unmindful, however, of the splendid service performed by the monks of an earlier day in preserving the learning of tho ancient world and handing it down to tho newer civilization ot modern Europe nad America. Their part In the civilizing of the rude bar barians of Northern Europe en titles them to the respect of all mankind. Tho laboring monks es pecially call for our admiration. The clearing of the land, the drain ing of the swamps, the preservation of the arts of horticulture and ag riculture, and the further develop ment of both, was constructive work of .tho very highest order. More over it was performed at a time when constructive industry was all but submerged by the general brutality and violence which pre vailed' over the wholo of Europe. In those countries where the priests are still doing that kind of work they deserve the highest commenda tion. The countries with tho largest numbers of such priests aro the countries which aro advancing most rapidly, not only In the arts of civilization but in wealth and power as well. The way in which they aro using their influonco to decrease the number of holidays is ot tho highest utility and must have a profound Influence upon the na tional efficiency. One an not help being Impressed also with the fact that mudh.of tho co-operative work among the 'farmers ot Ireland, Bel glum, Holland, Denmark and Ger many Is fostered by tho priests In Catholic communities and by the pastors in Protestant communities. The President of the local co-operative society is usually the priest or the pastor." Recognition of the economic and civilizing achievements of the monks of old Is particularly gratifying when coming from such a source. Yet a word of correction, lest a false impression bo permitted to spread alone With this avowal of ! merit, will surely be opportune. It must be remembered that when ING JAPAN WITH MEDALS. from Fort Wayne, Ind., as he was States with a record of 260 flights offer ihls services to tho unitea in aviation. Prof. Carver speaks of tho economic duties of present-day priests and the achievements of those who lived centuries ago he Ignores tho fact thati these endeavors aro not the first and principal duties of the oriest. His first and iforemost ob ligation is that of spreading the Kingdom or Christ upon earth. While efforts on tho part of the priests directed toward social and economic betterment of tho masses are desirable, when circumstances both demand and permit their ex ecution, yet they still remain and alvas must remain works of supererogation. And In tho last analysis It will 'bo found that as a teacher of tho gospel he becomes also a true social leader. The economic achievements of tho monks in ages past are, whole some as their effect (has been, essen tially secondary to their Initial voca tion and pursuits. Their work was a missionary work primarily. Even In their code the "ora" came beforo the "labora" prayer and spiritual duties before the manaul labors and the teaching of the useful arts -of civilization to the barbarians. Civ ilization itself is not a product of their wholesome example of work, but primarily of their teaching of the faith and the tenets of morality. The result Is all the moro gratifying because the useful arts were taught tho barbarians at the same time at which they received the moral teachings of the monks. But tho success is primarily duo to the higher Influences, and only second arily to the more material Improve ment. Just one word In reference to Prof. Carver's criticism of tho number of holidays In some coun tries. It may be granted that In Bonie Instances the number of holi days was so great as to Impair tho efficiency of the people. Yet It Is equally true that the later utilita rian movement seriously overstepped the mark when Its promoters sought lo abolish practically all holidays. Today we note a return, as an evldenco of jeaction against the movement, to the mediaeval half Satuiday holiday, arid moieover we havo by and by Instituted no less than seven bank holidays besides election days. Furthermore we must not forget that enforced oc casional rest Is tho portion of many workers who aro employed in our factories. Henco a demand for a reduction of holidays . In certain other countiies should, at least bo qualified. i In spite of these minor points of disagreement wo must welcome Prof. Carver's frank recognition of tho cultural achievements of tho monks of tho past and many present-day priests. Such an avowal Is especially gratifying in view of tho many unscruplous attacks to which the clergy Is constantly ex posed. O. B. of the C. V. NATIONAL SHORTAGE. From New1 York comes news that the threatened coal shortage is an actual fact, and must "bo faced with care. GEN. FOOHE. Recently appointed military Aide to Premier Clemonceau of France i i i Mi? C Sis &? DEMOCRATS ,v From Southern States Injuring Party by Support of Pro hibition, f Three Kentucky Congressmen Courageously Oppose the Amendment. Northern Congressmen Sore at Action of Southern Bep- rescntatives. TAX REDUCTION FALSE SAVING rA striking warning is given to Southern Domocrats in tho New York World, and while a threat Is Incorporated yet tho warning and advico deserves careful considera tion. It refers to tho blind an unwavering support given prohibi tion by Southern Congressmen de spite the pleadings of their fellow Democrats of tho Northern and Eastern States, and calls It poor return for -support given by them when the force bill was up for consideration. The writer calls at tention to tho Fourteenth amend ment of the constitution, which says: "Where any male Inhabitant twenty-one years of ago is deprived of a vote for President, Repre sentatives In Congress, State officers or members of the Legislature, then the basis of representation shall bo reduced In proportion." The World then says that for over, forty years tho right of negro citizens In tho South to voto has been persistently denied, yet Southern representation has not bgen reduced in Congress although mandatory according to tho provisions of tho constitution. This over representation from tho South lias been due to the protec tlon of the Northern Democrats. Tho World asserts that In return for that protection tho Southern Democrats ' In Congress havo, In supporting tho prohibition mcasi nres, voted to nullify the rights of the Northern States to govern their own affairs. Without the votes of the Southern Senators and Repre sentatives this resolution could not have been submitted nor would nation-wido prohibition be-loft-to1 the State Legislatures. If nation wide prohibition comes It will como through the votes of State Legis latures and our smaller States can dictate the question of personal liberty to our States of great population. When that day come the South can expect no more help from the Northern Democrats and the cry of protect us from Negro domination will fall on deaf ear. If the South Is determined to havo a centralized government that reg ulates the personal habits of the American people then the South must accept a centralized govern ment that regulates the negro franchise. From this point ot view it ap pears to any fair-minded Democrat that our brethren of tho North hao a kick coming, and though Kentucky Democrats havo no fear of the force bill, jet they can not see why only three of our Demo cratic Congressmen had the cour age to oppose this bill. There could havo been no doubt in tho minds of our Representatives that our people would not be given a chance to voto on this question, as all agree that the next Legislature would submit the nrohibitlon amnnrf. ment In 1919. Congressmen Sher ley, Cantrell and Rouse wsro tho only three from Kentucky big and liberal enough to opposo a measure which would throttle tho wishes of the people of tho respective States, No ono objects to tho Southern States Individually adopting drastic prohibition laws, but it is In viola tion of tho chief principles of democracy to say what the people of New York, Pennsylvania, Massa chusetts and other States shall eat and drink. That question should be left to each State as a unit and the narrow-minded course of our Southern Representatives threatens futuro disaster in the party, and that disaster will certainly strike none harder than tho Democratic Representatives of tho Southern States wherp the negro does not vote. The grievance of the North ern Democrats is certainly a just ono. Louisville and Jefferson county Democrats are proud to see that Congressman Sherley voted against this unfair measure and his stand on this question Is just one of the reasons why he Is ono of tho bi gest If not tho biggest man In the nation today. This district, Demo crats, Republicans and Independents alike, are justly proud of our Con gressman, and that strength Is at tested iby the fact that in years when not handicapped by Presidential contests his majorities have been of tho record-breaking kind, and in the next election, this coming year, If he chooses to run he will, in ad (Jition to tho Democratic vote, re ceive 90 per cent, of tho Inde pendent voto and 20 per cent, of tho Republican vote. The business men of tho Republican party and members of the Board of Trade realize that Congressman Sherley' accession to the Chairmanship of tno Appropriations Committee la Congress is in Itself an honor t this district. It Is rumored that Oapt. J, Reginald Clements or Judge Sam Greene will be the Republican nominee, but no matter whom the G. O. P. nominates CongreBa Continued on Second rage. c- o t1