THE KAISER'S BUMPS.

Star (Christchurch), Issue 11215, 22 October 1914, Page 4

THE KAISER'S BUMPS.

BELIEF IN DIVINE AUTHORITY

AFRAID OF SOCIALISM.

The following article on'the German Emperor from a phrenological point of view is particularly striking in view of the fact that the description of the weaknesses and characteristics of the Kaiser which Mr Stackpooj O'Dell, the well-known London phrenologist, gives, was written eighteen years ago, when ho made his first study of the Emperor's head. Since then the conclusions at which Mr O'Dell arrived have been amply borne out by the Kaiser's acts: The head of the German Emperor is below the average in size. Consequently the strength of mind maiiifeted does not originate in the size of his Majesty's head. The strength comes from the activity of his brain, in conjunction with the motive temperament. The direction that the activity takes is in accordance with the predominating faculties. One ri these to be observed is that of celt-esteem. I should infer that this faculty is not alone strong, but aqtive; in fact, in such a state of aotivity as to prevent the other faculties from having their due share in the councils of the mind. When this faculty becomes unduly excited, oven a small head and inferior abilities can make a good appearance—can even at times deceive tke # ordinary observer, and lead hirn to believe in the existence of much where ther is but little THE KAISER'S MISSION.

Prom the formation of the Emperor's head, I should conclude that the possessor would honestly believe that he had special powers, that ho was in a special manner an ambassador from heaven, and if he should ever take it honestly into his head that his mission is to subdue tho world to his rule and authority, he will endeavour, regardless of consequences, to obtain the submission of even the strongest nations, feeling confidence in his Divine authority. To suggest such ideas and to help him in their furtherance, the whole lino of Hohenzollerns will be constantly at his elbow. .... His excessive self-esteem, while it may be a danger to other nationalities, is also a safeguard, for it may lead him beyond his natural powers. The supernatural, like tho witches in Macbeth, may laugh at him when his calamity comes. The size of his head is also opposed to any deeds of great-

ness. Apart from his position as Emperor, he may bo recognised by those who' pay him sufficient homage as a kindly, sociable man. To this phrenological study of_ tho Gorman Emperor's head, made eighteen years ago, Mr O'Dcll bas added tho following remarks, apropos of the present war: It is now recognised that great crimes are committed under ihe stress of what is known as brain storm. The brain of the German Emperor is exceedingly sensitive and emotional. This has been noticed in his various speeches, addresses, sermons, and other communications.

Tho quarter of a million brain cells of which ho is in possession I should suppose were in a constant stato_ of friction, fear, and ambition. Being opposed to each other, tbey would be likely to produce inflammation in the regions of self-esteem and cautiousness. HIS GREAT FEAR. For years his mind has been in a constant state of fear from many causes, especially in the direction of Socialistic progress and Socialistic political power; also the denunciation of war and many demonstrations for international peace. The feeling of brotherhood is extending over the army of Germany, and he knows it. It is a source of fear, causing him to conclude thatthe soldiers are not to be trusted to fight as in olden times. If we are correct in our estimate, this state of the psychological condition of the German people and coldiery suggests the probability of a revolution,' tfie fear of which may be one of the chief factors ia bringing this war to an end.