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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
The Eurmers' Market.

Congressman Welnngton's bill to lease 20
q company of farmers for use as whole
sale market the lot owned by the District,
formerly used as q hay market, comes at
an interesting juncture and may prove a
solution If the trouble between The Com
miss .oners and the farmers. A rental could
doubtless. be Obtain ed for the use OF the
property which would far exceed the net
revenue from the market if the Commits
sioners should undertake to equip the place
with walls, sheds and conveniences, and to
maintain it themselves, charging fees for
stall privileges. The place could be policed
and cleaned as thoroughly when under the
control OF an organ Zauon of farmers as
when governed directly by thes local au-
thorities-as easily and well. indeed, as is
the Center market today. The bill pro-
vides that there shall be no sales at re-
tail-except as allowed by the corpora ton
ordnance of 1S56-pernitted on any SIDE
walk or pavement within three squares of
the lands granted to the new company, ex-
cept upon the Sidewalk and pavement
south of and abutt.ng on the Center Mar
ket. This latter exception, If carried into
law. would inferentially settle the dispute
that exists at present over the occupation
of this space
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
Copyright Reform.

A New York paper recently awarded a
handsome prize to an author of wide repu-
tation for u novel which he submitted I'M
der rather commonplace title, for which
a copyright was issued. Since the an
nouno ement of this result it has developed
that this title was copyrighted by another
writer Of national fame in 1867, and so the
prize story has had to be renamed. This
illustrates serious defect in the system
OF granting copyrights now in vogue.
There is today no guarantee Of priority or
right Of ownership in the title given to the
author who obtains a copyright. He takes
his chances with the rest of the thousands
of writer's whose titles are poured into the
Congressional Library. He pays his fee
after a long period he gets his certificate,
and the publication of his book or the pro-
duction of his play goes on until suddenly
he Is checked by the presentation of a
claim for damages He has infrnged some
ether authors right to the title 1t makes
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
A Diplomatic Uncertainty.

Each day brings a new ultimatum:
The custom is nothing like fun,
For we're kept in state
OF anxiety great
As to which la the ultimate one
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

The National Civil Service League meets
today in Washington for the first time. Its
members have been made heartily welcome.
and its sessions will attract wide attention
from the citizens of the capital as we'll as
from the statesmen assembled here in at
tendance upon Congress Interest centers
largely upon the annual address Of the
president Of the league, ex-Secre.ary Carl
Schurz, to be delivered tonight at Metzer-
OFT Hall He is regarded as one of the most
effective Of living American orators, and
his earnest and intelligent work in behalf
of civil service reform in this country has
given him wide acquaintance with the
subject. His address tonight will undoubt-
edly be worthy Of thoughtful consdera ton
by the public men and all others who are
in sympathy with the anti-spoils system of
administration.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
short Walk. for Consre.smen.

II would take only short stroll from the
nearest means of street transportation for
a CONGRESSMAN to go out by Howard Cniver-
sity and gaze into the now snow-covered
bottom of the reservoir that was partially
completed some years ago, to be used as
part Of the city's increased system of water
supply At this point the five-milc tunnel
connecting the reservoir on the east with
the conduit leading from Great Falls on the
w.St terminates and the legislators can OBJ
tain an excellent object-lessor which will
doubtless be of great value to them in the
near future when the report of tine chief of
engineers in regard to the availability of The
aqueduct tunnel is laid before them. 1t is
not to be expected that the Congressman in
curing into the matter would get 4 very
comprehensive idea Of the project that was
abandoned several seas )ns ago on the dis
covery Of frauds in its construction by mere
ly looking at the reservoir and the now use
less mouth of the tInnel, but they might
have more definite idea than ever of the
magnitude of the work that must necessar-
lily be done before the water supply OF the
city is made adequate to its present and
coming needs if they should take this glance
at the partly completed scheme that is now
under survey by board of engineers. 1t
was hoped that the chief of engineers
would be able to report to Congress
at the opening of the session in
definite manner upon the practicability of
completing the tunnel and reservoir and in
cooperating them in the city water supply
System, but, owing to the lack of informa-
ton sufficiently definite to entirely satisfy
Gen. Craighill, there has been slight post
ponement of the submission of this report in
order that the houses may have the benefit
of a positive recommendation based upon a
reasonable certainty that the resulting work
will be successful. Secretary Lamont has
Indicated that this report will not be delay
ed very long, and the hope is that it will be
presented to Congress in season for the pas
sage of an appropriation bill at this session
30 that work can be begun within a few
months upon Its necessary project. There
Is an ample supply of water at this time of
year, but few months later when the sum-
mer heats dry up the springs that contribute
to the Potomac SO that the river falls to a
low stage and the demands upon the supply
are at the maximum the city will once more
be in danger of a water famine as it has for
several seasons past. Then there will be
once again demonstrated, the fact that
Washington has outgrown the old time facil-
tiles that have not received modern in
creases The work of raising the dam at
Great Falls will be a measure of temporary
relief. but there is real need for another
reservoir on the heights north of the city and
consequently of some means to fill it from
the main source of supply. the Potomac.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

70 difference that he has been wholly In
nocent Of any conscious IF aud, or that the
matter of his book bears no resemblance
to that Of the other; he has accidentally
hit upon some other mans prior thought.
and he must suffer the consequences.
Often the original title has been forgotten
by all but its author; the book Is out Of
print or the play has not been acted for
years. Yet there has been a violation of
the rights of property. OF course, the
courts take facts of this character into
consideration and actual awards of dam
ages seldom result from suits based upon
such infringements. The unfortunate
author, however, loses his title, and he
must rename his production, often at con-
siderable expense, for the discovery may
not be made until an edition has been
printed.
This might all be avoided by an organiza-
ton Of the copyright business upon the
basis of the patent office, which scrutiniZes
each application for a patent with a view
to ascertaining its right to a claim to
priority. The office has the burden OF pre-
serving the rights of the prior claim. The
task imposed on the governments bureau
would be far lighter in the case of granting
copyrights. The simple rule of absolute
similarity between titles would ordinarily
suffice to govern the treatment of all ap-
plications, and comprehensive system of
bookkeeping and indexing could be easily
devised to enable the office, IL once estab-
lished on such n basis, to pass with GER
tanty upon each application with even
less delay than is now the invariable rule.
certificate in such case would be guar
antee that the title was not an infringe
ment. The writer must always take his
chances of plagiarizing the matter of some
other author, either consciously or inno-
Gently The present case is of small con-
sequence, for no loss has been caused by
the inadvertant copying of an earlier title,
but 1t serves to call attention to the real
need of some amendatory legislation that
Will place the copyright business on a
modern basis. In this connection the bills
introduced few days ago in both houses
of Congress providing for the office of
register of copyrights are interesting They
were intended to complsh another i'm
provement in the system. but the occasion
might profitably be seized to reorsanize
the whole institution on modern lines.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

Dunraven is developing into a genuine
hoodoo. He was passenger on the
steamer Germanic. which collided yester-
day with Scotch coaster, and now he
must wait for arother ship to bring him
over to sec that the investigating commit
tee totes fair" He was a passenger on a
certain yacht few months ago when there
was a collision with a certain other yacht
and he has been having collisions with pub
lie sentiment ever stree. 1t is to be feared
that this is getting to be a chronic habit
with him, ard that he will have to be
labelled dangerous
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

The bereavement which New York suf-
fered in the loss Of the horse show is fol-
lowed at this early period by the announce
ment that the Colt performances are also
to be discontinued.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

Lord Sholto Douglass wants to appear as
Jockey In gentleman's race at San
Francisco. 1t is hoped that mis- lordship
Is not going into training for an attack of
Dunraven hysteria.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

One of the convincing evidences of po-
pular belief that there will be no war with
Great Britain is the promptness with which
various declarations of willingness to fight
In such an event are being registered.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

big table filled with articles actually worth up
to 5Uc:-Brass Statuettes on pedestal, Leather
Portfolios with miniature, Cellulod Baskets with
bottle OF Perfun., box containing three Leather
covered Memo Books, Red Leather Playing Card
Cases, Leather Photo. Frames with miniature
Patent Pocket Books. filed Needlecascs, Japanese
Pin Balls. Only 10 cents for choice First door.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

In commenting on New York's showing
in the race for the republican convention
St. Louis Is not without temptation to
make satirical illusions to the dangers Of
posing on an imaginary pedestal.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
sOc Pianos for roc

When you see these Pianos and actually play on
them you better understand what bargain they
are They are but hint of the 10000 useful and
practical toys and games here. Basement floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
&c Articles for nc.

The 54-inch Linen Scurfs, stamped in new de-
signs. Those ~ inches long TO be re instead Of
DC. Second floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

Mr.. Sherman is said to get one dollar for
every copy of his book that is sold. 1t is
perhaps sordid reflection, but the receipts
promise to aggregate a great deal more
than he could have earned by being Presi-
dent
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

The fact that Senator Hill and President
Cleveland are both busily engaged leads to
some anxious curiosity as to whether their
next appearances will bring them forth as
allies or opponents.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
SHOOTING STARS.

Convenient Program.
How splendldly things are arranged in
this life said Harold Fucash.
do you think SOP
Certainly. FIRST comes Christmas, when
a man spends every cent he has, and then
comes New Year, when he swears off from
all his extravaganza"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

Speaker Reeds numerous encounters with
the anecdote fiend must surely have de-
veloped a faculty for patience which will
stand him in good stead in his present po-
stion,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

Importing these Boas direct and III immense
qurIiiiies bought ut the prices paid by the
wholesale houses-and retailing them at less
prices than charged to the storeheepcrs. The Bo.s
offered you toright and tomorrow morning 1T IS
equal to those elsewhere 1T Sl2. Second floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

Washington is not in the position to be at
all envious of st. Louis. The Capital gets all
the conventions it wants, gratis.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

New York's prison scandals call to atten-
ton the fact that few convicts escape in
Illinois. Gov. Altgeld pardons them before
they get tired of their surroundings
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
I2Jc Handkerchiefs for &C.

Three instead Of two for 25 cents. Look for
them tonight and tomorrow Mig on special
counter street entrance. First floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
$40 Jackets for only S..

The reason for the very greatly reduced price is
the long skirt. All these Jackets have big sleeves
and ideul winter garments, becarse of the long
skirt Third floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
&c Cushions for zoe

Size 1SxlS inches. Covered with best sikOline
with full ruffie An ornamental well useful
present Fourth floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
21c Cuspidors for &c.

necessary evil is a Cuspidor. These of orna-
mental china an attraction rather than ar
eve sore. Basement floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

The President is said to stand a good
chance of discovering that a duck comes
down a good deal easier than a Congress
man
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

Chicago feels that in losing the convention
she has missed fine opportunity to work
over worlds fair medals into political
badges.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
oSc Tewelry for &c.

Warranted Sterling Silver Nail Files and Shoe
Buttouers Those less elaborate, but also war.
ranted Sterling Silver to be 25c instead Of
4Sc First floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
I2c Covers for &C.

Warrrn ted AI-lincn Table Damisk, upblea ched
81 inches wide. Only 25c yard. SeconI floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

The makers sample Umbrellas. positively worth
up TO S39S. Made of taffeta silk, with steel rods
and novelty handles Ladies' and mems. First
Hnnr
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

The tobacco trust Is apparently ambi-
ticus to rival the sugar trust for cratic
f1uctua lions.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
Dolls at Reduced Prices.

You were lately told that Finest Imported Dolls
that We're 81 to 81 so to be 81. 70 $500
Tonight and tomorrow morning one-tenth Is to be
deducted from the reduced prices. Second floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
soc Rubbers for roc.
S. Umbrellas for sos.

In anticipation of melting snOw, We quote Ladies
Best Quality Rubbers only 39c pair. First floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
S. Silk Waists for SI.o8.

The stylish waist In Dresden and fancy stripe eff
fetts. The silk in each wiist the manufacturer
than two dollars. Third floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
35c Table Linen for &c.

Warranted All-linen Huck Towels, hemstitche
Size lSx38 inches. Extra valIe ut Zoe each. Sc
ond floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
2Oc Articles for Ioc.

China Crumb Brush and Tray. Dainty Pieces In
Dresden effects. AS ornamental as useful. First
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
25c Feathers for &C.

The ard 31a-inch Satin and Gr,s Grain Silk RIB
bons in every desirable shade. Warranted all silk.
First Ioor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
One or the Other

It's mighty Gurus how a trust
Plays smash with peoples pelf.
1t either busts the other folks
Or else it buSts itself.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

Mr.. Debs is not discouraged by the depres
sion which distinguishes the lecturer mar
ket.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
S2.6S Mackintoshes for S.. 35.

Ladies' and Misses Navy, Black and Fancy Stripe
Water proof Garments, with 24-nch cape. First
floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
SEC Felt Hats for 35c.
Ioc Ribbons for nc

The best of French Felt Hats. in this seasons
correct styles. Originally sold at $l.5O. Second
foCr.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

great gathering of Fans-a big army made of
various divisions. No Fan in the lot worth less
than 81; some worth more than 81 rs. Choice for
19c. First floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

Said Pasha has had experience with the
office that seeks the man. and does not like
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

FLOUR.

* 1t is very disheartening after
* you have taRen the pains to get
x good recipe, the freshest eggs,
4 & purest butter and other materials
X and your oven just right to have
x your cake spoiled because you
. didn't use Ceres" Flour. If
:; y there is any time in the world
x when outsiders get good
* square chance to judge how
x good cake baker you are, it is
* X during the Xmas holidays, and
x for your own reputation as we'll
* as for the quality of the cake
* you should use the standard
* four-"CERES." Ceres" is
* * for sale by all Give" grocers.
x Accept no substitute. If your
* grocer happens to be out of it
y he can order it for you within a
X few hours. Let it be "Ceres" or
= nothing then you will be sure
x of good cakes and pastries.
VIM. n. Calf & Co.,
Wholesalers, Ist s Ind. Ave.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
Weather.

Gray above and white below!
Times are only givin'
Blusterin' winds and blindin' snow.
Where's the joy in Twin?
Yet the saddest day that's seen
Shortens up the measure,
Which has set itself between
This and times Of pleasure.
Let's don't think O. sunbeams flown:
Welcome still each gray day;
Every ones a steppin stone
On the road TO May-day.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
I2Jc Aprons for &C.
2Qc Caps for &c.

A hint from the Apron Fair" where Aprons are
by the thousands. Third floor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
Ioc Bureau Scarfs for nc.

The Stamped and Tinted Stand Covers you'll FL
In the Art Department, second floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
SI.oS Neckwear for SI.so.
So Ostrich BOas for So.

Yokes of Lates Embroiderics, Chiffons and
bons. Dainty n.ckpieces every one. Second lour
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
Bows Coo Waists for 4oc.
S2.5o Umbrellas for SI.oS.

The sensible Flannel Waists for present we
Third floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
SOC Silks for 44c.
75c Suitings for soc.

China Silks in forty beautiful colors. Quail
cheap at soc yard Second floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

From the Phila. Press.
Did any one ever know of an English
ambassador who abused the people of
England?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
&c Stationery for 1sc.

Combined lots of CSC, 75c and 81 Wool and Part
wool Vests and Pants for ladies' and misses wear.
Acc for choice. First floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
2sc Hose for nc.
ST Underwear for 4oc.

Combination of several small lots. making a
grand offering Of Hose in many styles First floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
Six Fans for zoe.

Hurd's Best Writing Paper and Envelopes, in
fancy box, with Hurds name thereon. First floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12

Ladies' and Mems Misses and Boys. All styles,
in kid and dOgskin. Every pair warranted Tried
at risk. First floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
10 Per Cent Discount.

Ore-tenth of price marked on the japanese Tray
you'll find on center table. First door.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
Mems ST Garments for &c.
ST Gloves for only 35c.

The flecced-lined Health" 81 irts and Drawers
Not more than two suits to each purchaser. FRS
floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
The Course of Events.

Some women" said Mr.. Bickerton, think
that there's nothing too good for their hus-
hands,
Yes" was the answer in the cold accents
OF satire; "and it usually lasts until their
husbands get to thinking there is nothing
good enough for them"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
He Would Be Content,

Il never saw man so dissatisfied as
Barney Barnato," said the sportive-lookine
man. Hes unhappy. they tell me, simply
because he got blackballed when he tried
to get in with the heavy swells.''
Yes. 1t seems like human nature. But
if 1 had Barney's elegant diamond flush, I'd
let the other fellers have all the clubs in
the deck"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
Might BE Either.

"Junkley has gotten some queer ideas
since he went into public life,' said one
friend.
II hadn't noticed the fact
Yes. He said the other day that he
didn't care what the newspapers said about
MIN SO long as 1t wasn't nothing
THAT sounds little twisted"
1T did to me. l can't make up my mind
whether he is a bad grammarian or a good
advertiser"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-12-12
T a,ai> Royal.

Open tonight. Santa Claus will
be head of the store from E to 9 pm.
and good little boys and girls may
talk to him. The grown folks will
admire the holiday dress of the great
building, which will be Illuminated
by electricity from basement to roof.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1895-05-25
Fast Living Americans.

We anew world people are 'as liyers
and in nothing is this more observ-
able than in our reckless irregularity
as to sleep and diet. We alternately
starve and gorge ourselves. doing
each in the most irregular and hasty
manner, without regard to the nutri-
tive value OF the food consumed, or
to the deleteoirus effects upon the
digestive organs or the terrible tasks
imposed upon them at the most un-
seasonable hours. 1t is little wonder
we are a nation of dyspeptics, and
prone to constipation, piles, etc. 1t
is to their efficacy as a remedy for
those ailments that DR.. Pierce's
Pleasant Pellets owe their unpsral-
leled popularity. Good results al
ways follow their use in all cases OF
arrangements of the liver, stomach
and bowels.