22 JUNE 1912, Page 2

In spite of expert opinion we venture to express the

belief that if Mr. Roosevelt stood as an Independent candidate, free from all money influences, he might perform the miracle and secure election as President. If, however, this is not accom- plished, it now seems almost certain that the Democratic candidate—probably Mr. Bryan—will be elected. As friends of America we view that contingency without any alarm. In all probability a great deal of good would be done by giving the Democrats a turn and the Republicans a little rest in the cool shade of opposition.