MUSIC HATH CHARMS

"Sidewalks of New York", the temporary battle hymn of the Democratic party, may become more permanent and repeat the historical successes of national battle hymns. It has attracted thousands as though they flocked patriotically to the banner of a rising nation. Now that the Republicans are organizing their backers in what was formerly the Solid South, once the monde of mint julep devotees, this familiar air may become a rallying force for Democratic unity and protect the wets against the threatening storm of prohibition enforcement. Now, in fact, Alfred E. Smith has centered his thoughts in a hurdy-gurdy, the most suitable medium for the rhythmical strains of this party anthem.

Reports state that other Democratic leaders are also adopting the hurdy-gurdy hobby: and when the Democratic campaign deficit is considered, a solution presents itself. New York is notable for huge parades at the slightest provocation. Lead by bands of leaders grinding out from hurdy-gurdies the strains of "Sidewalks of New York", a Democratic parade might certainly bestir sympathetic bystanders to sacrifice their pocket change. Such a method might overcome any financial difficulties of the party and insure Democratic forcasts for 1932, which are now overdue.