St. Louis Post-Dispatch
February 16, 1908

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oe : 4 Peres er by Pad oa] TAUTHOR WELLS } CHIEF LUXURY ~~ 18 SOCIALISM) fx Sees No Reason - Should Live in Slums.

BASTING AND POVERTY _-—sC NOT’ AMONG VIRTUES

‘ uaxpon, Feb. 15.—H. G. Wells, the noted novelist, ) been assailed by his less successful Socialist for living luxuriously, defends himself 7 ig quite true that I live in my own house with . servants and a gardener on. fair and pleasant and that I havesa tennis lawn, a garden ' udy, a rock garden and other luxuries. I hardly ever give 10 shillings 6 pence (about $2.60) for a din- ‘Ber, but I don't see why I should not if I chose. _ “But my chief luxury is Socialism. ‘This has cost fake Me in time, 4n energy and in damaged sales of books loss, in the last four years, of at least £2000 ($10,000) “and is merely the beginning of the damage it will do 7 to the solidly worldly success within my grasp. But “a4 -is quite worth it. . - Oe. travel second-class bécause I am not crowded can read and write letters and arrive at my tion better fit for work than if I traveled iwd-class. I would travel first-class if I could af. it. Must Live Well to Think. _ “T live in comfort and as pleasantly as possible, s> 4 @an think and work without stress. All the think. 1 for Socialism is done by men of some independ- ‘gta and leisure. “IT mix with all sorts of people—peers, laywrights, bath-chair men, dfessmakers, work- iris and clerks. They are worth knowing. I want ‘to go about freely with and taste the way of living f all sorts of people. I want everybody to have = least as much ease, leisure and freedom as my- ‘Self. That is why I am a Socialist. - “But. I see no sense in making myself and my wife “Uncomfortable and inefficient, cutting myself off from essociation with any but the impoverished Class, Tisking the lives and education of my children by go- ing to live in some infernal slum at a pound ($5) a ‘week. I don't believe in anyone living like that gewted should I set a bad example? “T think the militant Socialists will have to drop this queer, unreasonable idea that everyone who oa see a Socialist has to abandon security, leisure comfort. When a Social organization will pro- vide young women with a way of living more whole- _ 80me and interesting than domestic service, and me and my wife with municipal electricity at a rational eo -prica.and domestic conveniences and arrangements a that dispense with hired help, I am quite ready s to alter my way of living. But not before. ieee ts Not Slum Livers. _4s,.a, clear, sound business proposition g poverty and dependence. I don’t be- it will be advanced by fasting and abstinence, by talking and writing luminous. common sense Die spitcary. sensibié people. I mean to go on work- ~ tng im what I think is right to the west of my abill- ty. ppptentime, having just as good a time and as Pleasant things as I can. If other militant s don't like my frank, {ndependent help on — I’m sorry—they will have it just the plutocrats,

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tot the best-known Socialists here are men of h and leisure, who never had evinced any spe- sire-to divide up with the rank and file of their rd Shaw makes $10,000 a year, has two coun- hot (one in Hertfordshire and another in y#s has two flats in London, has motor cars and | y in plutocratic society. He married a “with a handsome fortune. Webb, another Socialist propagandist, also i a well-dowered woman. ¢" Hyndman is a most successful money-maker tion. : m McDonald, M. P., - ff Pendent: Labor Party, ; income. » Snowden, M. P., another ferocious Socialist, and augments his income by writing italist newspapers. The Countess of Warwick : plained that she would divide her worldly | with the poor if there was enough to go She certainly is not now among the wealthy ‘DIANA OF DOBSONS” "A SUCCESS IN LONDON N, Feb. 15.—Cicely Hamilton, who combines active work (such as occasional imprisonment | gain gig with playwriting, has achieved great cess with her comedy, ‘Diana of Dobsons."" The y is an exposure of the much-decried “living in’’ the big retail dry goods stores here compel “sega to adopt. ) first scene shows a shopgirl’s dormitory so ically reproduced as to startle the truly good it! ‘matron. But there is nothing really tmprop- f in the scene. The comedy, starting with a pur- e. tapers off in the last act into ordinary romance, t +h ‘shows dramatic insight and observation. In it, Miss Lena Ashwell, who created the part Wicherly, plays Lana, a light comedy part. Miss Ashwell is regarded as the best emo- al actress on the English stage, the critics think bdy Is her real forte. 5 DIEVAL CEREMONY AT ‘OPENING OF PARLIAMENT ‘DON, Feb. 15.—Whatever cl anges England may made tn other ceremonies, royalty clings to r splendor in the opening of Parliament. State coach, with its t horses, footmen, out- | . is used by King Edward and Queen Alexandra ) i + passage dag the Mall from the royal f to the House of Parliament. The royalties | ; red tm all the splendid robes of their office the Queen accompanies the King to the throne | } seated at his side while ne reads his speech, the secretary of the also got a wife with a

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newly nominated Prefect of Odessa, M. Tolmatchoff, said that he had been much afflicted by ers of the peace. ing any distinction between the different nation- ns Gs ae stitiaeniien es issiepeliattendll ——_— meme CONTRASTS IN ROVALTIES---KING AND QUEEN OF ENGLAND OPENING PARLIAMENT WITH MEDIEVAL POMP AND NIECES OF SWEDISH KING LEARNING MYSTERIES OF THE WASHTUB

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TOLSTO! IGNORES OFFER OF GHURGH Aged Novelist, Excommunicated, Holds He Is Better Than Directors.

ST. PETERSBURG, Feb. 15.—Count Leo Tolstoi, the Russian novelist and. philopher, has been in- formed that the holy synod is considering the ques- tion of readmitting him into the church of Russia. He replies that it is of little importance to him whether he is in or out of the church. He insists that ‘the members of the holy synod are not Chris- tians and their actions in Christian affairs can therefore be of no importance. The holy synod took up the question of the re- admittance of Tolsto! into the Greek Catholic church without action on the part :f the aged writ- er. A great many of the members of the synod con- tended that Tolstoi should be taken back into the church, as he is a great and good man and. has reached that age where his departure from this life may take place any day. The more conservative members of the synod, however, insist that it would be wrong to take Tol- stoi back into the church without exacting a promise from him that he would obey the tenents of the church and never criticise its heads and leaders. Friends of Tolstoi say that he does not care enough for the church to do that and that such. a promise would never be exacted from him, as he considers himself more of a Christian than any member of the holy synod. te CZAR ORDERS ALL RACES GIVEN SAME TREATMENT ODESSA, Feb. 15.—The Czar, On receiving the

so fre- quently hearing of great troubles in Odessa and he hoped that order was now restored. When the Prefect replied that he regretteq the disorders continued, the Emperor ordered him to take the most rigorous measure against the disturb- His Majesty said the loca] author- ities must deal with the existing laws, without mak: alities. MAN OWN WASHERWOM MAN BY GERMAN INVENTION LONDON, Feb. 15.—Every man nay become his own washerwoman in the near future—at least as far as collars and cuffs are concerned. A German inventor has brought to London a new linen, from which even ink can be washed with a damp handkerchief. And the co'lar never loses its shiny surface. The greatest advantage is that the linen has all of the appearances of the old. WASHTUB TRAINING FOR DEMOCRATIC PRINCESSES STOCKHOLM, Feb. 15.—Prince Carl, brother of the new King of Sweden, who married Princess Inge- borg of Denmark, is bringing up his children in the most democratic fashion. His two pretty little daughters are being taught to care for themse!ves in all particulars and in the picture -re shown wash: ing their handkerchiefs in a tub which is placed in their nursery. Their general training in work is sim- flar to that of the peasants of their country.

TEN YEARS IN PRISON FOR STEALING PICTURE

FRIIZS VISIT TU PARIS ‘““Captivated’’ Shown EHTEL

Young Prince by the Courtesy Him.

PARIS, Feb. 15.—The visit of Prince Eitel Fred- erick of Germany to Paris as he was returning to Berlin from Lisbon is of the greatest importance as proving Emperor William’s desire to conciliate France. The Emperor’s second son is the first mem- ber of the German Imperial family to enter this capital since some of them rode into it at the head of their victorious army. But in these piping times of peace the young Prince’s presence here may pave the way to something of infiniteiy more consequence. For, it is well known, Entperor William cherishes the hope that he may yet visit Paris and that her people will cheer him in her streets, Emperor William could not have sent a worthier representative to break’ the fast-dissolving ice of hos- tility. Prince Eitel, in his twenty-fifth year, is tall, strong, good looking, with blue eyes and a com- plexion almost too blond. His manner is simple, frank, cordial. He speaks French with difficulty and with a strong German accent, but he understands it perfectly. Probably he felt the joy which inspires any young man on his first visit to Paris. But County Clary, one of the best shots in France, and one of the few who were invited to meet the Prince here, insists that Napoleon’s tomb, in the Hotel des Invalides, attracted the young Hohenzol- lern infinitely more than anything else in Paris, The Prince could not repress unaffected signs of deep emotion when he first beheld the porphyry block which incloses the remains of him who won at Aus-§ terlitz. Whatever was the greatest attraction, the Prince tried hard to persuade his father to let him prolong his stay here. He said he hoped to return soon, for he was captivated by tlre perfect courtesy he re- ceived from all he met.

THIEVES, BY RUSE, RAID PALACE OF ARCHBISHOP ODESSA, Feb. 15.—Three revolutionaries made a daring raid on the residence of the Archbishop of Podolia at Kamenetz-Podolsk. One of them was dressed in the untform of a provincial governor, and the other two had disguised themselves as military officers. When they appear- ed the soldiers on duty at the door of the palace sprang to attention and saluted, and similar honors were paid to them on their departure. Half an hour later the Archbishop and his ser- vants were discovered gagged and lound and in a state of exbaustion. It was found that a sum of 7500 and valuables worth $15,000 had been: stolen. —— anime! THE “DIVINE SARAH”’ WILL NOT GROW OLD PARIS. Feb. 15.—The “s:vine f1rah" seems to be retaining her youth, as always. So far from content- ing herself with past triumphs, ~ernhardt is Intent on creating new roles. She has been playing with great success Richepin's idyllic play, “The Sleeping Beauty.” Now she is rehearsing, indefatizably, ‘“Paust.”’ a drama by Henry Batille. It ts founded on the old story, but bas a great number of tableaux, quick action, and, if possible, more intense human interest.

Anti-Gvpsy Conference Planned. GENEVA, FPeb. 15. An international conference wiy be held at Berne next summer for the purpose of de- vising ways co rid Eufope of the plague of gypsies.

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LORD DESBOROUGH, PRESIDEAT OF THE NEXT OLYTIPIC GAMES. ~

G. WASHINGTON ON THE RIVIERA Americans There Preparing to Celebrate Birthday of War Hero.

NICE, South France, Feb. 15.—A great many Amer- icans have engaged rooms in the new Majestic Palace Hotel here, and they intend to celebrate Washing- ton’s birthday with patriotic festivities. The Majestic Ralace Hotel, which has more than 700 rooms, opened only this week. Fifty persons registered there the first day, and declare the hotel to be luxurious as well as comfortable, Mrs. H. W. Bartol has out invitations for a large afternoon dance on Washington's birthday. Mrs. John Wyeth will give a dinner that evening. from which her numerous guests will go to the Dall at the Prefecture. Mr. and Mrs. William Bradford have given several large dinner parties recently at villa Sans Soucie. Walter Watson, again won the silver medal given by the Nice Golf Club this week. Mr. and Mrs. Von Andre have been entertaining the Grand Duke ard Grand Duchess Cyril of Russia at Villa Isola Bella, Cannes. Lady Cheylemore and her mother, Mrs. Trench of New York, gave a large dinner party at Villa St. Brest last night. Among their guests wer- the hered- itary Prince and Princess of Saxe-..einingen, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Tuck, Mrs. Miller-and Mr. Harris. Herbert Ingram and his bride, who was Hilda Vivian Lake of New York, are with tis parents, Sir William and Lady Ingram, at Caffe Roquebrunne. They will start soon on a trip around the world. PRESIDENT OF OLYMPIC GAMES GOOD SPORTSMAN LONDON, Feb. 16.—Lord Desborough, who is pres- jdent of the Olympic Games to be held in London next summer, is chiefly known as a fencer, but is an all-around sportsman and an adept at many games. While he has given up track athletics, he is still

SWEDEN FLAYING AT HOUSEWORK

LAW'S DELAY IRKS MRS, “HART” MKEE Regrets :She Did Not Bring Her Divoree Suit in America.

PARIS, Feb. 15.—Pending the trial of her action for divorce, Mrs. ‘“‘Hart’ McKee has gone to the South of France, accompanied by members of her family. Her departure was made advisable by the poor health of her mother, Mrs. Baxter of Nashville, Tenn. Besides, Mrs.. McKee is almost worn out by wor- rying over the interminable delays of the French law. Foreigners invariably find proceedings in the French courts most unsatisfactory. Usually only the law. yers gain any advantage. So Mrs. McKee is inclined to regret that she did not return to America and 8e- cure a domicile there, for she believes Such a course would have attained her purpose quicker. It is re- ported, too, that she has difficulty in getting sSatis- factory evidence about affairs which were considered matters of public notoriety. Mr. McKee Is as de- termined as ever to contest the suit to the end. Mrs. J. Clinch Smith has given the last of a series of dinners and, with her mother, Mrs. Barnes of Chicago, is going to the Riviera. Mr. Smith, Mrs, Stanford White’s brother, has returned here after testifying at Harry K. Thaw's trial.

MISS MALONEY’S PORTRAIT FOR PARIS EXHIBITION PARIS, Feb. 15.—The Marquise de Wentworth’'s portrait of Miss Helen Maloney—or Mrs. Osborn at the moment—daughter of the American Marquis Ma- loney, will be exhibited at the next salon here. The Marquise, herself an American, considers the por- trait of the charming young woman to be One of her best works. The artist gave a reception Thursday and numbers of the American colony thronged her studio. Mme. Munkacsy, widow of the great Hungarian artist, has returned to Paris and in all probability will visit America soon. She would like to take some of her husband's later works to the United States, but fears it will not be feasible under the restric- tions imposed by the American customs laws. Amer. icans who meet her are to be envied. Everyone here admires her exquisite grace in receiving her guests —and she has given many delightful entertainments in her Paris sist ZOLA, DEAD, WILL REST , IN PANTHEON APRIL 22 PARIS, Feb. 15.—Zola’s body is to be placed in the Pantheon on April 2 The Government has positively fixed the date, whch has been postponed from time to time. The Gov- ernment’s action is due largely to the insistence of Mme. Zola, who has devoted herself to her hus- band’s memory and to charitable works since the writer’s death. This apotheosis of Zola bas encoun- tered the most. bitter opposition. Some of it came from those who make the same yates to his iit. erary work as did the Academy, which refused him entrance. But the principal opposition came because ef his action in the Dreyfus affair. Zola's famous letter, “1 accuse,’ forced a full in- vestigation into the.whole case and indirectly brought Clemenceau into power.

BURGLAR BAND IN DRESS SUITS USED CARRIAGES BUDAPEST, Feb. 16.—The police bere have ar- rested a band of elegantly dresse< ptrrerasg, Mss have committed many robberies in private during the last few months. The leader clothed his band ‘n dress suits, fur coats, and opera hats. They drove about the city in the evening in dashing t carriages, and attacked flats the occupants of which were ——— to be out at parties or the theater.

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PHONE BUREAU. FOR KICKERS Perdfan Ruler Sees a ‘Lema Tragedy. — WILLNOT ABOLISH PARLIAMENT, HE SAY¥

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TEHERAN, Feb. 15.—Mahomed Ali Mirza, th present Shah of Persia, seems to have taken a lesson in the recent Portuguese tragedy. He ¥ ordered one of his ministers to make known to b people that “the sovereign whcse equals that of Darius and whom the sun s as standard,” does not intend to avolish the stitutional form of government. As for his dissatisfaction with the of the people, the Shah is said to aislike | resentatives because they do not really the people.” He wants each representative to an Harun Al Rashid. mee This is In a statement given ot to the the chief adviser of the Shah. The Shah himself has been acting the Al Rashid in a way. He does not, as his did, disguise himself and go among his people learn their sentiments. He installed telephones — invited any of his subjects who has « grievance | telephone to the “one whose splendor and magnl- ficence is equal to those of the sxies.” ens Reads All the Complaints, This telephone bureau, according to those wa position to know, is not a farce. It is a in the palace, and the employes register and classi all complaints with the names and addresses those who make them. The reports are to “the sublime monarch whose armies the stars.” His Majesty reads these records before breakfast. No affairs of state he important enough to be looked into before over the complaints. In some cases grievances been expressed against grand viziers and it is & that several grand viziers have lost their | offices because of investigations started by ¢ plaints, ne *

any meang employed in any other country. conditions in Persia are different than in country. In countries where the can read and write, he ybelieves it petition or to vote for the right k tives. In Persia, he says, where of the merchants can ‘either. read or write, _y nothing of the rural petitioning and vot- ing can do little good, but, skys. the Most “a Ruler, every One can talk in Persia and it is there. fore best to trammast Dusen Sng Hates to plaints over the stelephone, _ “Butter Ball” ofa Man

s ie The detractors of thé Shah say that he does act the “Harun Al Rashid” because he get around. They even say that the one greatness recalls that of Jemshid” is too fat an average American boy of 12 and about 200 pounds. His critics say that h merely a ball of fat, with a small opening helps the body become rounder and rounder day. ee The Shah's double chin, they say, is jelly ae and his small black eyes resemble slots into which é 3 pennies are pushed into automatic machines. His “Sh lips are almost entirely concealed by his fleshy cheeks gnd even when he smiles, which is seldom, his upper lip is not seen. The nails of his stubby” fingers he bites off. His father had one of hig to oe $: is body is

aor ing economical does it for himself. He says the maintenance of an additional wife costs too” much = money. a 59h ~ All Mirza is said to have only one wife because. he is a misef. Ae world. He sits down for dinner at 2 p. m. and com. = not rise from the table before midnight. ex a MISS LISTER-KAYE HAS “ BECOME’ A CATHOLIO LONDON, Feb. 15.—Florence Lister-Kaye has be- come a convert to Roman Catholicism in order to marry Capt. Vaughan, nephew of father serene Vaughan, the famous priest. Her conversion has #0” ae s angered her father, Sir Cecil Lister-Kaye, and — mother, Lady Beatrice Adeline, the Duke of New. castle’s sister, that they have disowned her. ia But her aunt, herself a convert to Roman Cathol- a icism. has taken up the young woman, who is in her twenty-third year. ve

She is a niece, too, Se ae and Lady Lister-Kaye (Natica Ysnaga, sister ae the Dowager Duchess of Manchester). Lady Lister- a Kaye will return from America to attend the wed- # ding, for she sympathizes with Miss ¥lorence, it ie — eZ said. s The young woman niece accompanied her uncle, the - tne Duke of Newcastle, to the United States, Her re ligious influence over the Duke fs so considerable oe

that his wife fears she may decide after many years’ wavering to join the Catholic Church, a bis, ee OVER 4000 SKELETONS Ta FOUND IN MONASTERY PELERMO, Feb. 15.—In an old monastery, was to be turned into a church, More (an 4000 human skeletons were found in a room be i : hind the sacristy. The bones were piled from feet: to celling. < At first there were rumors 0+ wholesale murder,’ but old residents stated that the Bones were those of monks. After the sepulchure in the church bad ~ been filled, the room had been usec. The were ordered buried and the a, for making | mohastery a church was abandored ks ae

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Be. Bride-to-be Officially a Boy. ae LONDON, Feb. 15.—Mile. Leys, on going te registrar's office at Dunkirk to oes sae On marriage found that she was registered as & met and was shortly to present herself tor military # vice. She will have to apply to the locd} court | have the mistake pat right heteee cue em

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