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Democratic messenger. [volume] (Snow Hill, Md.) 1869-1973, 1895-12-07

llFcaicheu Win severe attack oi
Group. lie says: my wife insisted
that | 90 for the doctor, but as our
family physician was out Of town
purchased Il bottle of Chamberlain :
Cough Remedy, which relieved her
Immediately. will not be without it
ia the future" - and 30 cent bot
ties for sale by DR.. G.. +. w. Hall.
Snow Hill. aud DIR. l.. l.. Dirickson.
Berlin, Nd.
Fred Gordy, the young son Of Mr..
John William Gordy, near Snow Hill,
accidentally shot his sister, Mamie. las,
Saturday afternoon. Fred Is about
fourteen years old and Mamie twelve or
thirteen. He was going out cunning
and had just stepped out Of the house,
when he espied his sister standing at
the pump; he playiully raised the gun
10 his shoulder and as the words look
out, I'm going to shoot you," left his
lips, he pulled the trigger Of the gun.
lie thought the gun empty, but it was
loaded and the report which followed
almost scared the little fellow TO death.
lie knew what had happened, for a
hoy who can kill a rabbit is danger
Gus person to pull the trigger OF a
loaded gun pointed at you. lie
dropped the gun and ran 10 his sister
10 find that he had shot her in the
head. The load struck her in the
forehead, glanced upward and plowed
burrows across the top Of her head
We are glad to report that the young
lady is getting we'll rapidly under the
treatment OF DIR. Paul Jones and that
Fred is done cunning. Mamie Ger.
tainly had narrow escape from serious
injury, perhaps death.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

1t is gratifying to note that the Commits
up the movement toward civil service reform
in the District offices, upon which they en-
tered few months ago. AS they say in this
document, 1.-The reasons which enforce the
civil service system for the federal govern
ment apply in higher degree to this mu-
nicipality" Indeed, this is an ideal field for
the establishment of a reform system of adj
ministration such as the civil service law
contemplates, and it is a marvel that the
principles of civil service reform were not
applied here first of all. for the non-partisan
character of the local government prac-
tically insures a fair and complete test of
the workings of a system which depends
upon merit and efficiency for foundations.
1t was hoped at one time that the President
would see his way clear to issue an order
placing the District offices under the civil
service law, and there was great dsappoint-
ment among the more progressive citizens
of the District when it was discovered that
he had no such authority. The Commission
ers, however, attempted to supply this de-
fciency by adopting their own system of
appointments, with the merit rule as basis,
but, as they explain in their report. they
have no funds to defray the expenses of
examinations, without which the system
cannot be effectively applied. 1t is to be
hoped that the President will lend his power
full aid to their effort to secure the necessary
legislation to supply this deficiency.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
An ImRusient EmfsSarY.

A malicious, meddling foreigner has come
to this country endeavoring to create in
this land of liberty and of the broadcast
tolerance toward all people-except trouble
brceders-such an anti-Semitic feeling as
has existed in Russia, Austria and Ger
many in late Years. This man, Herr ALL
wardt, is the leader of the Jew haters in
the German reichstag and the emissary
here of those intoerant, cruel societies
that in the three countries named have
caused great suffering among the Hebrews.
His mission is an impudent one that should
and probably will be resented by every hon.
est and intelligent citizen. 1t is waste
of energy for him to seek here to create
anti-Semitic sentiments of the violent and
foolish embassy could not possibly be con-
ceiyed. There Is in America not particl,
of that bigoted and cruel Intolerance of
the Jews that exists in the Teutonic and
Slayonic nations of Europe. They are good
citizens, sober, industrious and prosperous,
toward the poor and unfortunate. Herr
Ahlwardt faces today a combination OF
conditions that may be utterly rev to him
he is evidently without the slightest &C
uuaintarce with American sentiments and
American history if he is serious in his
propose! to establish Jew-baiting societies
on these shores that are dedicated to the
widest personal liberty that the world has
ever known.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

mean business and propose TO carry
or. the warfare to the end They are yot-
ers and rlen of influence. and their resent
ment. if not acknowledged now by the leg
islators, will surely take the form later of
ballots that will drive from power the
friends of the monopoly that has hitherto
acted with supreme Indifference to the
needs or desires of its patrons. Detroit
Is also passing through an experience with
her tramways that is interesting to the
people of Washington who are naturally
concerned as to all street-railway problems,
wherever they occur. Mayor Pingree has
taken up the cause of the citizens in his
usual vigorous manner, and has served
rotice on the company that seeks a renewal
of its charter that it must sell eight tickets
for p cents. issue universal transfers free,
permit the joint use of its tracks by other
roads within half mile of the city hall, and
must permit municipal ownership Of its
tracks at any time when appropriate leg
isiation can be obtained. For the United
startling: in the light of what has been
accomplished in Glasgow the mayors pro-
gram appears reasonable. Similar corpor-
ations everywhere may well take warning
from the attitude of the people of Detroit
and Philadelphia, and voluntarily make to
the community more adequate returns in
better and cheaper service for the gratui-
tous use of the streets and other public
privileges which they enjoy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
RrXOIts AEninst MOnOpOIy.

Philadelphia sounded a loud note of pro-
test last night against the domination of the
&C consolidated trolley lines of that city, and
TO-DAY the Union Traction Company doubt
less realizes the full import of the revolt.
The meeting held in the Academy of Music
was a remarkable gathering in point of
size, quality and temper. Men noted in the
nation voiced the resen tment of the people
at the usurpation of privileges by the great
monopoly how in complete control of the
street railways of the city, and their words
were echoed by the cheers of thousands of
citizens Of intelligence and high standing.
1t was monstrous protest which the COM
mon council of the city and the legislature
of the state should and probably will heed
speedily and answer in the form of enact
ments that will compel the combined roads
to restore the free transfer system that the
people require and have every reason
to expect. 1t is seldom that the peo-
pie protest plainly and emphatically
as they did last night in Philadel-
pkia. but when they do they evidently
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
Another Victim of the Race Tracks

n
An employee of a local institution whose
wrong-doing was discovered yesterday has
confessed that his pee ulations were inspired
by desire to recoup for losses incurred at
the race-tracks across the river. 1t is an
cid story The gambling devices have
found another victim. They could not en-
list if they were not supplied with means
by the men who are led to believe that they
may win fortunes by risking small sums.
This case should be presented TO Virginia s
legislature in all the details of it's pitiful
significance. The life of bright young
man with a promising future has been
blighted. 1t will rot suffice to urge in de-
fence that the race track managers are not
to be held accountable for such misfortune
because they were merely the passive and
unconscious agents of this mans down.
fall. They are maintaining establishments
that tempt men to risk their means and in
some cases the means of other people. and
they are furnishing an easy method of gam
bling IN the most alluring form of that vice.
They may just now be beyond tine reach of
the law, but in the eye of the community
they are condemned. The Virginia race
tracks are the only ones doing business
in America today. All others have closed at
the approach of winter and have thus
shown some small consideration for decency
and good order. Those in this neighborhood,
however, are running along, day after day,
in heat and in cold, in rain and In sunshine,
in mud and in ice. The farce of driving
poor specimens of horse-fesh around the
frozen tracks is kept up to comply with the
terms Of the law which is held to permit a
scandalous avoidance of the higher statutes
Of public morality. How long will this dan
gerous evil be allowed to exist?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
short Walks for eongressmen.

Yesterday The Stars guiding finger. direct
ing the steps of intellgently curious legis-
lators, was pointed northward from the
Capitol toward the decrepit and dangerous
printing office; today let it swing around
almost in a Ealf-circle- to the James Creek
Canal, q little to the west of south of the
rational legislative halls. 1t Is near at hand
too near. in fact, for the welfare of con-
gressional health-so that it can be reached
very quickly. This is not the most favor
able time of year for startling results from
such a visitation, for the canal is compare
lively well be hayed at this season. But the
investigators will undoubtedly get sufficient
evidence of the capabilities of this malaria
breeding stream if they venture within
range of the smells that emanate from its
composite contents. This canal is no more
than sewer. open to the air, foul with
pestllential influences. a potent factor in
elevating the death-rate, and drag on the
good repute cf the nations capital A plan
was recently formulated for a divergence
of the sewers that now lead into this chan
rel, which. if carried out in works, would
destroy the pestilential character of the
canal Its consummation would cost a round
sum which. however, Is insignificant in view
OF the fact that this canal 1t Is today
responsible for a great part of the sickness
and death suffered by the jewellers in a sec
ton of the city equal to fully one-ffth of
the entire area of Washington. AS matter
of fact. the canal has always been consider
ed a mere ma0shift, temporary plan for
the disposal Of the sewage of this part of
town. to be remedied as soon as possible.
The best talents of the army engineers sta
toned here have been applied to the problem
of supplan ting it with permanent, sanitary
arrangements. and there is no lack of sound
advice concerning remedies. But the mat
ter is neglected from year to year, and men,
women and children sicken and die along its
banks. and yet the relief that is so sorely
reeded comes not. Every tide that sweeps
up the river forces back the sluggish cur
rent of the canal and adds to the danger.
Will the present Congress, seeing and SMELL
ing this open sewer, realize the urgency of
the need of some relief, and abate the
Nuisance?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
Women's Real Kid Gloves at Snoo.
Chfndren's
Holiday Furs.

Dainty and pretty little Fur sets
Muff and Scarf to match-Imitation
Ermine. imitation Beaver, Angora,
Tiger Hair, etc, at a little over half
the usual prices - a..
ehldren's Coney Mufs. gray white and spotted.
satin lined. Usually S1.00. Each. i6c
Children's Angorn Sets, scarf and new shaped
pocket muff and purse combined. Per set 50 so
ChIdrens Imitation Ernine Sets stylish pocket
mutt and scarf to match. Per set $3.50 to 81. 90
Childrens Imitation Beaver and Persian Lamb
Sets-purse. mutt and scarf-dainty ribbon trim
mings. Per set. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS SO 90
Childrens Gray Mixed Tiger Hair Sets-combina-
ton mufr, purse and scarf Per set 50 90
Childrens White and Black Thibet Combine ton
SETS Each. OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES 90
Chfldrens Moufilon Sets-pink gray, brown and
bun Very stylish. Per Observation-Disclosures So 90
White Angera Fringe. Per yard .......... 3Sc.
90 Moor .1lth St bldg }
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
A Welcome Storm.

"'Twas jes' er special providence said
Wandering Mike.
what wus?' inquired Flooding Pete.
Dat little snow-storm dat made de fence
corners look like some one he'd sprinkled
salt on EN-
Hugh! 'Twus jes' 'nough ter make it
slippery, an not 'nough ter go sleigh-ridin'."
Yes. But it wus jes' nough likewise, ter
make de right kind er job O sidewalk
cleanin.''
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

Il have decided to retire from public life, !"
said the eminent statesman.
.'Indeed?" replied his friend.
Yes l find that the cares of official life
are ercroachug too far On my personal in
terests."
well well, well!' answered his friend,
partly in sorrow and partly in surprise.
whats the matter with you?"
81 knew our side was licked in the cleo
ton, but didn't know we was licked as bad
as all that
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
Christmas Preparations.

Basic the turkey, Mandy,
An make the cook-stoye blaze;
Boys an girls are comm home
To good old country ways.
Growed up men ard women,
But they won't fergit
Christmas comes but once year
An this here time is it.
Don't neglect the fiXin's,
Pies an cake, you know;
Lots O. sugar in the sauce
The babies likes it so.
An ez fur me, a cedar tree
I'll git; the size ter fit.
Fur Christmas comes but once year,
An this here time is it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
Winter Coats
For Little Children.
A Special Value at $500.

Beautiful Coats of Silk, Lambs
Wool, Novelty a Plain Cloths
Hubbard, Gretchen and Empire
styles-fur and ribbon trimmed. A
very choice collection and very
moderately priced. A sensible gift
for baby. Each. $500
Other good values:
Childrens White Eiderlown Short Coats. lined
throughout. full sailor collar trimmed with angora
fur. full sleeves. Each. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 30
Infants White Cashmere Long Coats cape and
bottom Of skirt embroidered with silk lined
throughout. full sleeves. Each ............S3 90
Infants Long Flannel Skirts. Each. ...... 25c.
Childrens Hand knit Leggins, black and white.
ier Palr. .................. SIC TO S2U
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

He now finds joy where once were cares;
His troubled spirit calm is;
These chilly nights he wakes and wears
Her boomers for pajamas.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
What He Wanted fO Know.

Father" said the little boy, looking up
from his picture-book, 'if 1 ask you ques-
ton, will you answer it?''
Certainly was the affable reply
'And not get angry?
"Of course"
Nor say it's time was in bed?"
81 won't do any of those things.
Well what 1 want to know is where does
a snake begin when it wags its tall
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
Praise From Everybody.

Washington Cor. Phila Ledger.
There is no difference of opinion on this
question in Congress, the men of all parties
giving unqualified Endorsement to the atti-
tude of the President on the claims of Great
Britain for extension of the Guiana
boundary eastward.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
SHOOTING STARS.

when err man runs hissef in debt ter buy
Christmas PIC sents," said Uncle Eben, he
acks laik his frien's wus de kim OBJ folks
dat can't 'preciate muffin wifout KNOWN
Whut it cost"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

In seeking to restrain sympathy in this
&C untry for Cuba, Spain must be content to
accept tae word in its official and not in
it's dictionary sense.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
Specials" in Toilet Articles.

soc for Brush, Comb and Mirror Ss:s-the Flor
ence Mfg. COmpany's samples. selling regularly
at S115, Sil9, Sl.39 and 81 80, but worth up to
$3.50.
Ey2ic instead of 35c ounce for ''yiolets Of
Venice''-the elite perfume
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

One of the administrations greatest prob
lens is the attainment of discreet, digni-
ied medium between timidity and jingo-
SIN.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

People who have been in the habit Of
holding up Reed rules" as something to
brighten small children with find the Speak
ers attitude in this Congress rather d!sap-
pOinting
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
I1c for &c Hose.

Warranted Fast Black Ribbed Hose for chill
dren, in sizes 10 9. Fast Black and Fancy Hose
for ladies In sizes @ to TO-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

The Countess Castellane is said to be
homesick. If the count is squanderng the
Gould money, report says, she should
have at least enough domestic influence to
persuade him to distribute it in this coun-
try
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

Judge Peckham will commend himself to
a large number of people by the fact that
he would have splendid outfit of foot
ball hair if he chose to comb 1t that way.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

The vacancy in the French Academy
caused by the death of Dumas gives lola
still another opportunity to assume the
role of victim of professional jealousy.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
I2Jc for ISc Handkerchiefs.

Mems Warranted Pure Linen Handkerchefs and
Ladies' Silk Chiffon beauties-as good as most soH
for % cents.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
French Hand Made
H LINGERIE.

Fine. artistic goods. personally selected by our
Underwear buyer in Paris including extreme nov
elites In Matched Sets Bridal Trousseaux deity
and daiLtily wrought Icy hand and made of eS-
quisite malls. nainsooks and silks, and tastefully
trimmed with combination Of fluffy laces, en-
broderies, tucks ard ribbons.
Three excellent values for Satur-
day:
French Percale Drawers. with ruffie OF embro-
derry and cluster of fine tucks ard made on yoke
handmade by hand. Per pair. 75c
French Percale Chemises with embroidery around
neck and armhOles and two rows of cat stitching
below-made by hand. Each. 81 90
French Percae Gowns double yoke in back
yoke of fine tucks and feathers-stitching in front
Collar and sleeves finished with hand embroidered
edge Made by hand Each. ..............S1.7 rs
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
Jewelrv Department Especial

s1.1O for the sl.65 Warranted Sterling Silver
Match Boxes, 4Sc for the Csc Florentine Photo
Frames CSC for the sf.3s Silver Filagree Hand.
kcrchief Boxes
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
CSC for oSc Collars.

Choice of the Venice Lace Yokes and Collars
the beauties that have sold and will sell SO rap
idly at 9S cents.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
SI.32 for SISo Gloves.

The "Palais Royal Kid Gloves for men and
ladies. All styles in Chevrette, Dogskin French
Kid, Castor Beaver. Every pair warranted-triS
at risk
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
&c for 4Sc Ribbons.

The and 5-inch Shaded Taffeta and Novelty
yard
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
I25c for Ioc Stationery.

Hurd's Stationery in fancy boxes with Hurd'
name on them. Worth %, 80 and soc, though soil
here regularly at 19c
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
ON First Floor.
$3.oS for S4.oS Umbrellas.

IF rom : 10 II AMI
$3.50 for the Mems s. Smoking Jackets Hous
Coats and Bath Robes
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

Almost everybody in New York Is COM
planning of the cold weather excepting Re-
&C rider Golf.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

1t would be great mistake to suppose
that navy can be established with the
ZANE celebrity as a treasury deficit.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

If Corbett can compel Fitzsimmons to
fight enough people before meeting him, he
may catch him when he is tired.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

Mems and Ladies' Silk Umbrellas some with
handles such usually found only in Sc Urlbrel-
las Initials engraved monogram carved free
of charge
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
Sc for oSc Pocket Books

RIAL alligator and real seal, with warranted
| sterling silver trimming. A card and pocket
book combined.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
35c for SI.5o Felt Hats.
&c for oc, Ioc and 25c lets.

Best French Felt Hats imported. Small and
large Black and colors. Best Of the best.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

There were but one hundred and four men
laboring today on the city post office build
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
Special Sale
OF COrsets.

Broken lines-imported and do
mestic-long, medium and short
wasted, perfect shapes, popular
makes. Only few pairs of a kind,
but all sizes in the lot
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
&c for the Ioc China.

After-dinner Cups and Saucers latest shape
and Royal blue decorations. 10 cents is less than
prevailing price.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
Sex for S6.2S Boas.

Yard-long Ostrich Feather Boas of quality, full
ness and briliancy equaling those generally sole
at $3.50.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
ON Second Floor.


Trom S to IL AMI
10 per cent discount ali Dolls-one-tenth Cd
the price marked those you select.
2oc for CSC Dolls Sets.
Enameled Washstand with two basins and pitch
ard other necessary china articles fer bed room
set. Note the washstand has water cstern with
faucets.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
IOc for Cut Glass Pieces.

Warranted Genuine Cut-gass Salts and Peppers
A bargain at the regular price-15c
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
Ioc for the &c Veil
NC for &c II

Twenty-Five different styles, which include thu
very latest. 19c for choice.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
So oS for the SII.oS Jackets.

The Palais Royals S1l 9S Boucle. Astrakhan and
Cheviot Jackets have been again and again quott
as the equal of any elsewhere at $3.50.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

$I.o8 for $2.48 Chamber Sets.
Ten pieces. extra size. Decorations in assorted
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

Full Size California Wool Blankets weighing
five pounds. Sold here regularly at $3.50, and
this not less than prevailing price?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06

GIN order to avoid delays, on ne
count of personal absence, letters to
THE STAR should not be addressed
TO any individual connected win the
ONCE, hut simply to THE STAR, or to
the Editorial business Depart
ments. according to tenor purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
Basement Floor.

From to IL AMI
39c for the soc Chatting Dishes-those with alco
hol lamp.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
Package Goods.

Pcttiiohn's Breakfast Food per pkg. ....... .10c
nn,tor Rolled Oats nar pkg ............. .1Oc
S,rnn, RIe,kfast Food per pkg 15c
Pc,rI Rreak fast uomipy per 5-lb pkg 80. .12c
Durkee's Tearl Tapiooa. per pkg. .........l 0c
Durkees Pearl Sage, per pkg. ....... loc
Du.Eass Earina ner pkC .10c
Dusean's Prepared Buckwheat per Bib. pkg. .1ac
Duryea's Corlstarch, per pkg ......... SC
Pennsylvania Egg Noodles. per pkg. .... &c
LIast;c starch ner pkr NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.. &c
Ionan Brand Cleaned Gun rants per pks ga. &c
Sultana Brand Cleaned Raisns, per pkg -. l0c
Ewannr.t.d Armies per Dkp .............1 0c
DHnham's Shred CoacoaEut, per pkg. ...... &c
Plymouth Rock Gelatine per pkg. loc
Reardsley's shred Goldfish per pkg......... &c
Swansdown Goldfish, per pkg. ............... DC
Sth Honr
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-06
81 pair for 81. 80 Blankets.

All-linen Hemmed Huck Towels Superior quail
ity and 26x43 inches in size.