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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02

A councilman in Philadelphia has intro
duced a bill requiring the street railways
in that city to put improved Tenders on
their cars. Some time back the authorities
in this city talked of better tenders for
our street cars, but the plan seems to have
fallen by the wayside, and the old affairs
which are neither useful nor ornamental,
are still retained. Placing a few boards
around the sides of a rapid transit car do
not add to the beauty of the concern and
are only an additional menace to life and
limb. Enough accidents have happened on
our street railways, where citizens have
been mangled and crushed by wheels and
so-called tenders, to draw attention to the
crying necessity for Improvement. Corpor-
atoms. and especially railroad corporations,
have never accepted the axiom that human
life has certain value, especially to the
individual owners thereof. and Philadelphia
Is on the right track in compelling reason
able precautions for human safety In this
city the least the railroad companies could
do would be to paste pretty pictures on their
present tenders so that they might have
some possible excuse for existence.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02

pipe and that, probably by vibration caus-
ing the pipe to come in contact, an arc
formed between the water-pipe and gas
pipe. burning a hole through the gas-pipe
and thus set fire to the gas and to the
house. Mr.. Vail said he did not wish to
create unnecessary alarm, but insisted that
q grave danger confronted those cities
where the overhead trolley was being oper-
ated. Instances" said he, ARE numerous
proving that the electric railway current is
present on the gas and water pipes in build
ings contiguous to electric railway lines.
Even those Of US who are familiar with
handling the electric current hesitate to
draw combination Of electricity with our
gas or water. We know that the gas and
water pipes entering our houses may be
charged with such a current, and that 1t
only remains for the circuit to be COM
pleted by possible accident through cur
bodies. or the occurrence of a fire by auto
matte action between vibrating pipes. City
engineers, water companies and gas COM
panies are placing the responsibility upon
the railway companies for the damage
caused on pipes by electrolyss." All those
good people who are careless as to their
lives and property will, of course do their
utmost to aid the great trolley octopus in
extending its tentacles until all the routes
worth having are in its possession. Nothing
could be more delightful than the ruin
which Mr.. Vail so clearly outlined Few
people in Washington have ever been will
ing that an overhead-trolley line should
run past their doors and IL that minute mi
nority is reasonably sensible 1t will pro-
coed at once to reverse its views and move
Immediately In the right direction.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02

Information from Vermont indicates that
Gen. William w. Grout who represents
the second Vermont district in the House,
will be reelected In November without the
worry or expense of contest. This is not
common experience, and is a popular
tribute of which. II 1t materializes, Gen.
Grout will have every reason to be proud
The District of Columbia has a warm place
In its heart for the general; he was a most
efficient chairman Of the House committee
on the District, and although he no longer
serves on that committee he Is always
willing to do what he can to advance the
interests of the national capital. The prob
ability of no contest this fall indicates that
he has not neglected his Green Mountain
constituents.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02

The Star will doubtless be pardoned by it's
readers for feeling justly proud of its stand
ing in the newspaper world and for reprint
ing in another column what Printers Ink
has to say of the status of The Star and of
other Washington dailies. 1t is not unpleas-
ant to hear an unbiased critic declare The
Star to be without doubt the best ar,pre-
ciated and best patronized evening news
paper in the United States" and TO know
that its claim that no other newspaper in
the country goes into so large a percentage
or all the houses within a radius of twenty
miles from the office of publication" cannot
be controversial. 1t is also gratifying, to
hear expert opinion to the effect that the
value of The Star Ito an advertiser all
things considered. and taken in connection
with the comparative cost of advertising
IN 1t, places it not lower down than third
In a list of all the best daily papers pub
hshed in the United States, and in making
out such a list we'll informed advertiser
will have great difficulty in deciding UPON
even so small a number as two 10 place in
advance of The Star. lie may even ta:. to
fix upon one"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02

Inc Bland seigniorage bill passed the
House of Representatives yesterday even
Ing. and when the news of that happening
ultimately reaches the far-away settlement
Of Lebanon. Mo. the cedars thereof will
rejoice and be glad Galloway will upend
Itself In its delight. Moniteau go wild, Usage
clap its hands and Pulaski develop new
forms of delirium and join in glad acclaim
with the other counties in the eighth con-
gressional district to celebrate the victory
Of their chosen son-Richard Parks Bland
Elsewhere. save where men are not heedful
OF the national credit. there will be apathy.
Many people have no thought as to govern
mental finance and are careless; others are
satisfied that the Senate will kill the meas
ure, or that. at the worst, 1t will be vetoed
by the President
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
The Last Opportunity to Buy
Winter CIoaks.
Mems Department

Tells of the new things as soon as they come in
and it's here they usually seen first. The fol-
lowing good value:
All sizes again of Tan and Black Half Hose.
medium and heavy, full regular made. ............
.19c., pairs for Zoe.
special lot Of Kid Gloves, in all sizes. assorted
tans, the best value we've ever shown at the
All the newest shapes and designs in
Neckwear, among which is the popular "a Inch
Graduated Black Satin and SILK Fourth Hands.
Special showing tomorrow center tables Soc each
White Shirts with Pique bosom and attached
cuffs. Special purchase allows a $3.50 quality to
De sOiQ AT. Sl edCn
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
Explained.
;" replied her husband"

'Josiar,' said Mrs. Corntossel these
remarks bout scientific cookin' is mighty
puzzlin'."
Il reckon" replied her husband
"One person says that fish hain't fit ter
eat; another says ye orient ter tech meat
an another declares tibet bread is mighty
onwholesome."
Notions nowadays is mighty new-fang-
led"
But it explains suthin ter me. With our
ancestors subsistin' on improper diet all
these years, an lettin' of their constitu-
tions run down, 1t amt no wonder tibet We
come ter raise dudes"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
Annexation VIII Come,
From the New York Sun.

frOfu the View FORK Sun.
The gratifying discovery that seven of the
nine members of the Senate committee On
foreign relations are for annexation, leaves
little disposition on the part Of the friends
OF Hawaii to criticise minor points Of in
consistency and ambiguity in Senator Nor
CAMS report In order to understand that
document. with its supplemental and dis
senting statements, its manifest contra
dictions. and its almost grotesque amiabil-
ity in dealing with Mr.. Cleveland anybody
needs a diagram. a polariscope, and a pre-
vious acquaintance with the life and
speeches of Mr.. Pickwick. But Senator
Morgan has performed a great public SER
vice. He has put plainly before the world
the fact that American sentiment Is over
whelmingly in favor of the annexation of
the Hawaiian Islands, and that annexation
is bound to come.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
WOmen's r1uslin Under
wear.

Today We tell Of two Of the most urgent kinds
that unite quality and economy. Hundreds of
Others In the store that will very likely interest
you equally much.
Extra quality Muslin Gowns, full length and
width, wide canbric rufie around collar and cuffs.
double ruie down front, edged with colored feat
er braid. full sleeves. Actual value 81. .bec each
Muslin Gowns. 50 inches long. yoke back formed
Of three box plaits. We front. trimmed with
wide Hamburg. and finished with colored ribbons.
rufie on sleeves. Actual value Soc. SOC each
ga hoor. 10th st. bldg }
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
Boys Department.

The winter is rapidly drawing to a close
and anxious to dispose Of the remainder Of
Winter weight Suits and Trousers, hence these
reductions:
A small lot Of Reciprocity" Suits, all sizes.
Reduced from IS to-. $3.50 each
A small lot of Refer Suits, size 4. Reduced
nom $500 to. S42o each
A small lot Of Good School Suits, sizes to 10.
smrl lot Of Blue TricOt Suits, sizes 4. 5. 6.
Z, o, IL and IS Reduced from $3.50 to-. SIS each
smell lot of RECIPROCITY Suits, sizes to
II. Reduced from $3.50 tO..............$6 each
A small lot of very Dark Worsted Suits, sizes
8, 10 and IL. Reduced from $3.50 to...... s6 each
A small lot Of Blue 'Fauntleroy'' Suits, sizes
to l. Reduced from $6.75 to..........$3.9 5 each
In addition to these reduced winter goods
offer the following
Extra Pants Of strong wool fabrics. The usual
$l.~o quhllty Ior. oSc PAIR
About twenty Blue Tricot Suits, warranted all
wool and fast color. All sizes. .$5 each
Thirty Blue Flannel Sailor Suits. Sizes to
Vou noor. lOth 81. DluSD
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
Lamp Department.

onyx Banquet Lamps, antique brass finish, CEN
uai draught burner. IA inch silk shade. IS each.
Decorated Sewing Lamps, shade to match Re-
duced from Toe. to..............,5Oc each
Decorated Parlor Lamps, shade to match. Re-
duced from 81 to 73c each
Hand-painted Paror Reading Lamps central
draught burner, 10 inch shade to match. Re-
'o'n noor.-..... 10th st. bldg. }
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
Pressed Glass Department.

Ruby Fruit Jelly Dishes Reduced from Csc
TO- -.................... .45c. each.
Ruby Fruit Jelly Dishes. Reduced from Sc.
Pretty Jelly Dishes, unusual value Mt l5c each.
Block Pattern Oil or Vinegar Bottles. :. &C. each
totn noCr. 10th st. bldg }
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
Knitted Underwear Dent.

so dozen womens Swiss Ribbed White Cotton
Vests. high neck, long sleeves. .l5c each
for DC
so dozen Women's Swiss Ribbed Egyptian Bal
briggan Vests, high neck, long sleeves. Regular
35c. quality. ......................25 c. each
list noor. 1909 F st. DOOM
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
Where Bravery Ceased.

He would gaily brave the tiger;
He would seek him in his lair,
He would go unhesitating
'Mongst the damsels at fair.
Where the battle ragged most fiercely
He would calmly risk his life:
He would seek the bargain counter.
And match samples for his wife.
In politics he reveled
He would oft disturb the peace;
But he wilted when they asked him
To debate with Mrs. Lease.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
WOrnen's Neckwear.
SPECIAL WASH DAY TIE

Three items priced lower than usual-B argains.
Crepe Lisse and La Tosca Net Boas, all black or
black trimmed with white lace Soc each
Point de Gene Lace iokes, trimmed with chrys-
ahthemum crepe and narrow lace. Black, pink
cream, light blue and mails. s37s each
Forty dozen pure linen collars, slightly imper-
feet. but not enough to show. &C. each.
Nst noOr. annex
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
He Feared the Risk.

And now" said the statesman to the
barber. you may shave off my full beard"
"Cut off them elegant whiskers STRIP
Yep. 1 come from a prohibition COM
munity and 1 can't afford to take any
chances on a phonetic catastrophe"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
JOcular Spring.

A sunbeam dances from the sky;
A zephyr wakes the slumbering pool,
We trust them fondly. By and by
Old Boreas bellows April Foolr'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
Corset Department.

A small lot Of Jean Corsets. extra length, two
side steels corded bust. Sizes IS to 30. Were &c.,
Now. .......................3 9c. pair
few pairs Of the "R. & c." Seconds odd
sizes $1.OO quality ....................5 sc pair
I'D floor. Annex to 10th st. bldg
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02

Having found that Indians and French
princes do not make good husbands the
heiresses Of this country might give the
experiment
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02

The polar explorations which the near
future promises will have to display a good
deal Of enterprise If they Guido the Wilson
bill for chilly surroundings.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02

The ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS oyster controversy
may not be 50 ponderous as the Boring sea
discussion. but 1t is a good deal more lucid
to the popular mind.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02

A counterfeit silver dollar that is intrin-
sically worth moro than the genuine article
Is one Of the conspicuous products Of this
opera bouffe decade.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
hut Ii Will Not Change the Price,

From the Boston Globe.
Well. there's one consolation about the
cold snap-it will end the icsmen's prog
nostications OF short crop and altitude
nous prices.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
SHOOTING STARS.
The Ofhce-Seeker's Wish,

The Omce-Seeker's Wish.
my friends once said I took the cake, "
He murmured with a sigh,
Alas, why can't 1 further go,
And, somehow, reach the pie"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
Particular,

From the Cincinnati Tribune
Uncle Sam Is going to print his own
postage stamps for few years. Now give
us assorted favors the back. mostly
vanilla and peppermint.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02

1t is hardly probable that Mrs Lease will
choose topic so limited in it's scope as
What Know About Masonry for a lee
ture.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02

AS soon as Brazil gets rested up from her
election she will doubtless go ahead with
her revolution.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02

Hit am one OBJ de fus' principles OBJ JONI
merry" said Uncle EbeD. dat er man kahn
make is life er complete round OBJ pleas
ure an at de same time keep it square"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02

Mr.. Bland has at last succeeded in get.
ting the silver lining Of that storm cloud in
evidence.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
Children sUnderWearDeDt.

Flannel Skirts, cambric waist wide hem. Soc. ca.
Fine lawn Aprons, box plated waist, trimmed
around neck and sleeves with neat Hamburg edge,
wide hem. Sizes to 10 years. soc. each
I'D floor. Bet. 10th and It'll st. bidgs
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02

From the Boston Globe.
Congress Is getting 1t right and left Just
now. The Chicago Record even goes so far
as to compare 1t with the board of lady
managers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
Blanket Department.

300 more of the Sikaline Covered Crib Com
forts, plain and ruflied, at one-third the usual
price soc. each instead of 81 so
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
She Was Glad.

WELL" said the dear girl, with a sigh.
I'm very glad for your sake, papa, that it
happened so.''
What do you mean?" asked the old
gentleman.
The fact that Lent and the hard times
came close together"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
Hosiery Department.

ton Hose, light and medium weights. Sizes to
Oh. Warranted fast black. .121ac. pair
100 dozen women's Fast Black Cotton Hose,
double solos, high spliced heels, double toes 2c. pr
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02

The hope that the Senators. with all the
Wilson bills faults, would love 1t still. has
proved groundless.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
Toy Department.
ETCHENE.

new delight for the children For copying
pictures from magazines and newspapers. Faces
and places and things can be put into the scrap
book by the children and look as IL printed there
Simple harmless cheap. .15c. the bottle.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
Shoe Department.

Just ina lot Of Childrens Spring Heel Button
Shoes. square opera toes, with patent leather
tips. Sizes to 81 90 pair
Sh to 10k .S1.25 pair
Also two styles WOmens Fine Dongola Button
Shoes, made Derby last, turned welted
solos, S.O pair
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1894-03-02
I'm China Department.
I'm Bric=a=Brac Dent.

reduction sale Of Fancy Jardinieres. These
prices will doubtless clear them out in a day of
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1894-03-08
To Stop Ticket scalping.

WASHINGTON, March 6.-Senator Will
son, of Iowa, has introduced bill to put
an end to ticket scalping. 1t provides
for an amendment to the interstate COM
merce act, to require railroads to supply
all their ticket agents with a certificate
of appointment, which is TO be exposed
to public view. All tickets sold must
have the name of the agent and the date
stamped on them. It is unlawful for
anyone to sell tickets of road from
which he does not hold certificate. The
penalty is fine of $1,000. Railroads
placing tickets in the hands of unauth-
orized agents are liable to fine OF
So 900.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1894-03-08
eladstone seriously III.

LONDON, March 7.-Gladstone is seri-
ously i'll as the result of chill. Last
night he dined with his late secretary at
the Brooks Club. He walked home
through st. James Park, though the
night was raw, and became thoroughly
chilled. On his arrival he was put to
bed and a physician summoned, in spite
of his remonstrance that it was only a
slight matter. This morning his condi-
ton was such that another physician
was summoned. This afternoon one of
his physicians made public statement
to the effect that his illness was un-
doubtedly serious, though in the alb
sence OF a high fever there is no great
danger at present. He is suffering from
hoarseness. and is kept in bed in spite
of his remonstrances declaring he will be
all right in day or two. His doctors
do not agree with this view, and d'decIare
he must not leave his bed till consider
able improvement has taken place. The
report of his illness spread with remark
able rapidity, and inquiries as to his
condition are coming in from many
quarters.
Gladstone is somewhat better this af-
ternOOn
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1894-03-08
s1and,s Eli in the senate.

WASHINGTON, March I'm the SEN
ate, Sherman moved the Bland seignior-
age bill be referred to the finance COM
mittee. This precipitated vigorous
discussion, in which Sherman advocated
his motion. Hill and Cockrell opposed.
Harris of Tennessee opened the silver
fight by moving second reading of the
Bland seigniorage bill, and gave notice
that when the bill was read second
time he would move to take it up for
consideration. The reason he objected
yesterday was to bridge over the gap un-
til he could consult with his democratic
colleagues. Voorhees,, in the course of
speech later, said he had hopes and
belief that the tariff bill would be re-
ported to the full committee within a
few hours 1t would remain in the COM
mittee at least q week.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1894-03-08
rne Young Lady is Dead.

SAN Francisco, March miss Alice
Aldersley, who was found with DIR. J. J..
Leek in an unconscious condition in the
doctors room on Monday morning last,
both. suffering apparently from NOR
phine and cocoaine poisoning, died
shortly after 1 o'clock this morning.
Her father and mother were present and
the scene was most affecting. DIR. Leek
slightly CT anged for the better at a late
hour this morning and there are new
hopes for his recovery.
The Dalles daily chronicle. [volume] (The Dalles, Or.) 1890-1948, 1894-03-08
QUEEN OF THE WORLD
The Place Destined for the United States
Battle Ship Indiana.
PRELIMINARY TRIAL YESTERDAY
Everyone Was Well Pleased With the
Behavior of the Ship and Her
Machinery Worked Perfectly.

BREAKwATER, Del, March THE bat
tle-ship Indiana, which left Cramps
shipyard in Philadelphia yesterday
morning, dropped anchor off the break
water late this afternoon after most
successful preliminary trip. She will be
back at her dock in Philadelphia to-
morrow afternoon. Early this morning
the ship, which arrived here last night,
put to sea and was given hard run of
four hours over the course usually chos-
en- by the Cramps for the builders trial.
The course was 9 and 65-10O knots.
Three trips were made over the course.
The first, under natural draft was ac-
complished at speed of IA and 10
knots; the second, under a half-forced
draft, in a trihe less than 15 knots; and
the third, under forced draft, at Is and
35-100 knots. The guaranteed speed oi
the Indiana is Is knots.
The result of today's trip was SO far
ahead of expectations that Edwin
Cramp, who has charge of the ship,
gave orders this evening that she should
return to the yard, instead of taking the
run to sea customary with ships on
their first trial. Everybody aboard was
well pleased with the behavior of the
Indiana. Her machinery works per-
fectly. There is no doubt that she will
take her destined place as the queen
battleship of the world.