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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

subject. diplomatic relations we're not brok-
en- of. and Baron Fava, after his visit
home was over, returned to his post here.
A story like this would not live a day
II 1t we're not true that other foreign min
listers at this capital have suffered at home
by reason Of the inability of their gov
errments to grasp the workings of the
machinery of this government. Senior
MUruaga, the immediate predecessor Of
Seror de LONE retired from his post
largely because of Spanish criticism Of his
course In the Alliance affair. And yet.
as the matter appears here, there was no
justice whatever in that criticism. Senior
MUruaga could not have stayed Secretary
Gresham's hand had he tried. He did
what he could. and as much as anybody
else could have done, toward supporting
the Spanish side of that episode. But he
could not win. because Spain had no case.
The United States was in the right, and
Spain subsequently acknowledged the fact.
But not in time to enable Senior Muruaga
to save his bacon.
Mavroyeni Bey. the Turkish minister,
after ten years service here, is retiring
under circumstances beclouded with a good
deal OF gossip. 1t was stated in the news
papers last winter during the debates in
the Turkish government was displeased
with its representative here because Of the
freedom of that discussion at the expense
of Turkey. 1t seemed to feel that had
he been little more active and aggressive
In bis communications with the State De-
rartment Congress might have been muz-
zled. Then the newspapers commented
with severity on Turkeys attitude. and q
number of them, including The Star, were
put on the black list in that country All
OF this appeared ridiculous enough here
Mavroyent Bey was no more to be expected
TO control or even influence public sentt-
ment In the United States on the subject
OF Armenia than to submit an amendment
10 the Constitution. But he has been re-
called. Judged from the American stand
point. ne has been very efficient man for
his country here. He Is personally one
or the most popular members Of the diplo-
matte corps. and that Is full half of the
diplomats game
There would be little excuse for impa-
hence on the part of the Italian govern
ment with it's minister here about the pres
ent matter. 1t is, so far as diplomacy
goes, analogous in every way to the New
Orleans matter. and about that Mr. Blaine
wicte one Of the clearest and strongest
letters he ever penned. In that letter
Mr.. Blaine made it entirely plain to Italy
and to all countries that the United States
would not be unduly hurried in the trans
action OF business. nor forced in any cir
cumstances to proceed by any but it's own
forms. He explained the forms In use
here. and showed both their completeness
and necessity. If they have mislaid this
letter at Rome. or forgotten Its full pur-
port. it would repay them to send for a
cODy
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
The Commissioners ind Days Labor

In view of the favorable attention given
last winter by the Senate District commit
tee to the bill proposing the substitution
OF the day-labor system In several depart
ments OF municipal administration in the
District fer tie contract system now so
generally in vogue. it Is probable that the
Commissioners will have little difficulty in
persuading that body. at least, to grant
them the authority to erect school houses
ara other public buildings by days labor
during the next fiscal year. The announce
ment enat they have decided to make the
effort 10 secure this permission will be un-
welcome news, of course, to the men who
nave tnrfven under the contract system
On the other hand, the great body of citi-
zens will unquestionably be pleased, for
there is strong and a growing belief that
better results can be accomplished by mu-
nlcipal work, especially in this direction
anu The Star has repeatedly urged that the
powers of the Commissioners be extended
TO this end. There are many features in
the present system that are obnoxious. not
only TO the taxpayers and the officials but
TO the laboring classes themselves, and it
Is significant that the influence of the local
organizations of workingmen has been
thrown squarely in favor of the plan of
performing much if not most of the city's
work by DAY labor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
Cotton Underwear Dent.

Lawn Dressing Sacques. sailor collar large
sleeves, tight back loose front. trimmed with
Narnciennts lace and ribbon. Reduced from 81 -
TO 5ac. each.
White Lawn Dressing S1rques large sleeves
tucks and Insertion down front and back cnIi,roid
cry around collar and cuffs, soiled. Reduced from
$50 10 81 .a5 each
Lawn Dressing Sacques. tight back. loose front
large sleeves sailor collar trimued with eml,rold-
cry and insertion, soilcd. Reduced from 81 80 to
$50 each.
Grass Linen Dressing Saoques. tight back loose
front. large sleeves. round lay down collar trim
med with narrow Lace. Reduced from $500 to
81 30 each.
3 Grass Linen Dressing Sacques. loose fitting
large sleeves, trimmed with lace and insert ION
Reduced from $1,000 to $500 each
C"lored Lawn Gowns. Hubbard style largo
sleeves. round collar. Reduced from $l.O0 to 5Oc
each.
I'D floor. ......................10 10th St bldg
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
THE STAR BY MAIL.

The Star will be mailed to any address in
the United States or Canada If ordered at
this office in person or by letter or postal
card. Persons leaving the city for any
period should remember this. Terms: ID
cents per week: IS cents for two weeks, or
90 Cents per month. Invariably In advance
Subscribers changing their address from
one Post-off1ce to another should give the
last address as well as the new one.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
Corset Department.

pairs French Corsets. cut bias heavily honed
with real wIiale.sne. gorrd hips. embroidered in
nile green and old rose. top finished with lace and
ribbon. SIZES j.. ~, 81. %. ~ and 26. Reduced
from $50 to $3.50 per pair
pairs Il G." Gorsets. French Italian cloth.
black cut bias, heavily boned with real whalei,onr
TWO side steels. Sizes Is. ~. -. 30, 81 and 81
Reduced from 81 30 10 So 80 per pair
10 pairs cyclist Corsets French sateen, heavily
5oned, TIVE side steels top finished with embroidery
and silk Tossing. Sizes %. -. &c IS - and 30
Irduced from Sl.5o to $i0o per pair.
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Bows Denartmenf.

10 Atwood Suits. Sizes 3 10 Ii years Reduced
from $40 TO s. Ss each.
10 Galatea Sailor Suits. Sizes c. Z and S years
Reduced from Sl.oS TO 81 10 each
. Brown Linen Suits double breast Sizes & o
and II years REDUCED from $500 TO LOO each.
IL Pertale Bloases. Sizes D 1. q. Z and years
Reduced from so TO a5c each; 3 for 81 90
IL Straw Hats. small and very large sizes Re-
duced from 80 TO l2L:c. each.
Is Childrens Wool Hats. Reduced from 80 70
De. each
I'D floor Ia,i, Ild, A
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Housefurnishing
Goods Department.

1 Oak Medicine Cabinet, damaged. Rcdaccd
from 81. 75 To Sl.D.
Drop-leaf Kitchen Table. shopworn Reduced
from 81. 80 To $500
/ Wooden Salt Box. Reduced from 60 TO pc
1 Imported Zine Pitcher. slightly damaged. Re-
duccd from 81. TO Toe
l Imported Zinc H"usemad's Pail. slightly darn
aged. Reduced from 81 80 10 50c.
Copper-bottom Tea Kettle. Reduced from SC.
10 5Or.
9th fnnr. ....................lith 81. bllg.l
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
Kisses Department.

Lawn Bouses. Sizes 10. IL and II years Re
duced from a. to 3sr each
Crinkle Cloth Blouse Dresses. washable Size
d. 5, IL and Ia years. Reduced from 81 95 TO :,g.
each.
Percale Blouse Dresses Sizes q, 8 and l,
years. Reduced from 81 % To 5pr each
Percal" Waists Slightly faded Sizes ~ !.
ard 10 years. Reduced from 10 10 Ice each.
It'd uoor. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. st bldg
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
Not EnRlfsh,

Il understand that Lii Hung Chang is a
Htterateur."
Yes. He's going to write book on this
country"
What a curious fellow he is! He asks
questions of everybody he meets"
Yes. 1t does seem unusual for for
eigner who is going to write book about
this country to ask any questions about
it."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
Shoe Department.

13 pairs Misses Tan Lace Shoes PiccadIlly toes
last-11. llA. ~ ID. and IL. last-il,
1lh, l2ta and !. Reduced from 81 90 to 81 . per
pair.
8 pairs Misses Tan Button Shoes. heavy soles
broad round toes. A last ilk. H. IL, 49,.
last-1l, 1lH. and Ia. Reduced from 81 20 to
81 90 per pair.
Is pairs Women's Black Wei Kid Oxford Ties
hand turned. patent leather tips. IA last ~ and
3I2 last-3 and 3ia. last-2Ls 3. 81 and 4.
Z last-2t3. 81 and Z. Reduced from $50 and
81 TO 81. per pair.
I'D npnr 1sso
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China Department.

French China Dinner Set. four pieces missing
Reduced from f3I 90 10 $500
Carlsbad China Tea Set four pieces missing
Reduced from $500 to $500.
l Enyiish China Toilet Set. mug damaged. Re
duccd from Sl5.oo Ia $3.50.
l Carlsbad China lee Cream Set, one saucer
Clipped. Reduced from 50 90 To- 81 a.
l French China Brush and Comb Tray cliiil,ed.
Rclgced from So. % 10 Sl.oo.
,5ta floor. ............-........10:h 81. bldsD
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

Colonel Watterson's statement that it is
impossible to become intoxicated on Swiss
wine will be received by his fellow-citizens
as a gratifying assurance that he is still a
loyal Kentuckian
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
Refrigerators
And Water Coolers.

/ Refrigerator reduced from s. 70 to 500
/ Refrigera reduced from SIG 80 to $500.
l Ice Chest reduced from IS 95 to 81. 81
! Nursery Refrigerator, porcelain lined water
tank Reduced from $500 to $500
Cooler, porcelain lined Reduced from 81 % TO
81.
Cooler porcelain lined. Reduced from si95 10
s. 80.
Cooler. agate lined. Reduced from 1913 to
So %
I'D floor .......................ad aancxD
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

Glove Department,

pairs women's 4-hutton Black Kid Gloves
Sizes So, and 90. Reduced from 81 10 soc.
per pair
. pairs Women's S-button-length Mousqu.ta lire
Black Suede Gloves. Size ia Reduced from 81 90
TO .5c per pair.
list floor ....................llfh ST annex
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
Suit Department.

Black and White Pique skirts Reduced from
5000 10 81 ~ each
White Pique Skirts open work insartion a
bottom Reduced from $500 to 800 each
Bine Duck Suits, linen applique trimming
Sizes ~ and SO. Reduced frnn $40 80 10 50 IA ,l
White Iique Suit, embroidery trimmed. Siz
30 Reduced from $3.50 to Sc as
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Petition to LII Hung Chanr.

Petition to LII Hung Chang.
It's much to ask the ear of one SO lofty in
estate.
But the culprit whom I mention will re-
spect none but the great.
Pray think of how you suffered for a yell
low jacket lost,
And then muse on the sorrow that my shirt
Of white has cost.
1t seems a very humble badge, but tits re-
spected here;
IT'S token of good breeding which all
gentlemen revere.
And the manner Of it's treatment by q ma
tive of your land
Makes me fear that dispute involving
nations Is at hand.
supposing. gentle Ii. that saffron jacket
you'd intrust
To Mrs. Flynn. who washes we'll at prices
always just.
The hieroglyphics that would speak your
thoughts must needs be stout,
If she gave 1t back In tatters with the but
tons all pulled out.
And yet countryman of yours, a cunning
foe disguised.
Who goes to Sunday school. it's true, but
won't be naturalized,
Treated our noble emblem with rigorous
disdain
Which makes me doubt If 1 can ever put 1t
on again.
1t must have been a rage that slit that
bosom high and low,
And nothing else than malice could have
torn the collar 80.
And with 7
l CHANGED to stray,
When he spat in showers upon 1t in a most
contemptuous way.
So. while we willingly bestow the reverence
you hold due
To the jacket that is yellow and the feather
that is blue,
Pray warn this saucy underling that it is
wrong to slight
And treat with such indignity my cherished
shirt Of white.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
DeDarfmenf.

SO White Lawn and Percale wrapprrs All sizes
Reduced from Sl.oO and 81 Is TO 6yc. each
LapIet Lawn Wrappers SIZES 81 IS and "a
Reduced from $500 60 81 80 each
Orgundie Wrappers Sizes 81 and &c Reiur,.
from 800 TO S2.js each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
SHOOTING STARS,

"Ebrybody hab Is use in dis worP.'
said Uncle Eben. Folks doan' 'spise de
reed-bird case 1t can't sing nor de canary
bird case he ain good ter eat
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
Baby Carriage Dent,

l Rattan Carriage redlccd from 81 80 TO S5a
Carriage reduced from $1,000 10 S795.
l Carriage reduced from Sl5.oo TO SIOe0.
] Carriage reduced from Sl2.0o to $1,000.
t3d floor. I'd annex
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

One OF the leading objects Of the dele
gates assembled at Indianapolis seems to
be to protect their interests in the Il am
a democrat copyright.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
Another Spanish Victory

Once more we'll thank our lucky fate
And vow that we are in it;
The foes retreating at the rate
OF sixty words a minute.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

The Indianapolis candidate will have some
reason to suspect that he Is more of a
theory than a condition.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
A Rinse.

What are those golf sticks for?'' asked
the manager Of the small theatrical ven.
ture.
That's little idea Of my own. We can
use 'em when we're walking home and make
believe that we're just out enjoying our
selves"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

= All wool Cheviot Suits, half lined with silk
each. ...-.
Novelty Plaid Skirt from s2i.oo Suit Re-
duced TO 500.
I'D noor. 10th st bldg
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

IL White Dimity Waists Sizes 40 and 40
Reduced from 81 ~ Joc each
~ Dmity and Lawn Waists, detached collars
large sz'e only. Reduced from 81 Cs and 81 30 10
BE each. Wv ~
tou hoor .....................l0 10th ST bld.l
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

p cents a yard for remnants OF
red table linen-which sells for ROC.
from the piece.
K ST. aanex-ad floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

Just six navy blue duck skirts are
left in the suit department. The,
have been marked 90 cents each
They were $I.25.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

Sizes IS, Isl and IS in lot OF
mems silk stripe madras neglige
shirts, which sold for dollar, have
been marked soc. each
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

8 cents yard for remnants OF
plain linen and checked glass towel
ing-the 1oc and I24c. sort.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

The linen department has moved
to the second floor of the X street
annex-outgrown its quarters, and
no more space could be given it on
first floor. Plenty of remnants here,
and they'll be ready tomorrow.
Remnants of half bleached Ger
man table damask-35c. yard when
III the piece-for ~ cents.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

IS light tan covert and mixed
cloth suits-only four sizes, but the
popular sizes-either blazer or REFER
style-suits which sold for S. and
S7.5o-will go for $500 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

See our ad. on boys clothing to-
morrow-surely. VIII tell of some
remarkable value offerings for the
opening day Saturday. If you've
boy to clothe for school you'll be
interested,
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H3c.
Some sold for SOC.

Every piece stamped sterling sill
yer" and guaranteed to be so.
U13 cents for Glove Hooks, Nail Files, Hat
Markers, Key Rings. Tie Clasps, etc.
44c for s. Articles.
DThink of 44c for Elaborate Hair Combs and
Ornaments Of Real Tortoise Shell, each piece war
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
IOC.

Some were z5c yard.
Those II inches wide were 75c
ward, but those 2 inches were only
25c yard.
Uwidths range from to - inches. Ample
quantities, but. of course early visitors will pick
out the best bargains. 1Oc yard for choice.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

y cents a yard for short lengths
of Gamers percales, in dark colors
and fancy figured sateen in dark col
ors; also plain black sateens.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

All the odds and ends of men,
I5c. linen eollars-two or three of 4:
style, but all styles and all sizes
They ought to go in a hurry at
cents each.
X st :, annex,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
See These Umbrellas.

Probably you have seen them
they are the last of those we have
been selling at $1.4o, ST 90, S2.25 and
$2.4S. Choice tomorrow for only
$I.I0.
UThosc for have natural wood handles:
those for ladies include all styles, among which
ure few with expensive miniature handles.
Sfor1inu Silver a pfScnoS
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

I21 cents a yard for short lengths
OF csc. heav3' twill bed ticking.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

Remnants5of gray and white grass
-eleth--us'tal price is &c. -yard-for
&c. .-,y.sr- te.a s.~y,,-a.1 -.-.-.-.
It'll St annex
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
Five cents for one.

&c for box of Black Pins, card of
Hooks and Eyes, pair Corset Laces,
Paper Hair Pins, Pair Curling Irons,
Aluminium Thimble or any other
article on this bargain table.
U21sc instead of Sc for Bottle Of Petroleum
Jely-same vaselne.
D4c piece instead Of lie for s. H. & NJ. Vel
veteen Skirt Binding. All c0lors except black.
D13c for Woodbury's Facial Soap-y0u know
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

Some remnants of Atwood serges,
fancy weaves, plain henriettas and
54-lnch ladies' cloth-both black and
colored-stuffs which were bargain
at SOC. a yard-have. been marked
80 cents.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
Regular Price, S6.75 each.
Bargain Price, $4,000.
Millinery Department.
Shirt Waist DENT

% ? Null Hats reduced from $500 to 5oc. each.
vi Hpor anne,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03
$50 for ST. Gloves.

The Palais Royals well-known
Kid Gloves. Every pair warranted
tried on at Our risk
EyLadies Auction Real Kid Gloves in white.
black and all colors, with embroidered backs In
cOlOrS. white black.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

Just 8 pieces of black figured mo-
hair in half widths-an elegant quail
ity that has sold in double widths at
75c. and dollar-will go at 10 cents.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-09-03

S cents a yard for any remnant Of
yard-wide rustic percaline, haircloth,
silesia, soft perca1ine or grass cloth
which sold for Ioc. and 121c.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-10-15

Why is ID that man does not weigh
a pound more after eating pound OF
food than he did before? A little refec-
ton will readily explain this apparent
mystery. During the process OF masti-
cation, deglntition. etc, certain muscles
are brought into active play. Now IL is
a we'll established fact in physiology
that the exercise Of any muscle or Get Of
muscles necessitates temporary waste
of tissue, and that certain amount OF
carbon is eliminated aud passed on DUR
ing the course OF q meal. This lon,
however, is trifiing as compared with
that Of respiration and perspiration,
both of which functions are increased
during the operation Of making q mesi.
The lepgth-of time one may take to
consume pound Of food makes bat lit
tie difference In the losses. II be eaten
leisurely there is but slight increase OF
respiration or perspiration. whereas, II
il be hurried through, both are sbnor.
mally accelerated. Hence BY the time
the meal is finished the consumer has
lost appreciably in both moisture and
carbonic acid.
The above explains, in . rough but
clear manner, why it is that man may
eat q pound of food and yet not weigh
but from one third to fve-eighths OF q
pound more than he did before the meal.
st. Louis Republic.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-10-15

As the Prince of Wales has set the
mace in matters Of fashion for many
wears past il in something Of interest TO
know how his purchases are made. Ac-
cording to one Of the British papers the
prince never orders less than eight euits
Of clothes at time, for each OF whSoh
he pays the uniform price Of 80. He
never wears a pair Of trousers more than
four times, and since his valet does not
fall heir to his wardrobe and a. his dis
carded clothes are not among the per.
ouisites Of his valet. there 10 . stock OF
thousands of them at Marlborough
bouse. At his death he will doubtless
have as large collection as did King
George Nv, the auction Of whose clothes
extended through three weeks. All the
prince's clothes, old and new-except
his hats, which for some reason are kept
At SsndringhAm-are stored at mari
horoueh house in what Is known as the
"rushinQ rooms. where several men
are kept busy looking after them. The
uniforms and state robes alone at MaIl'
borough house are insured for 100000
N that his entire wardrobe must repre-
sent very comfortable fortune.
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-10-15
Ones FIRST salmon 4. an Event.

Ones first salmon is an event. l gov
nine all alone. Ii was Oh the Dungar-
ron. on my way into the more remote
interior. In a clear pool we oould see
the green backs Of the fish, big and lit
tie, but they We're not after our flies. The
others went up the stream u considera-
BILE distance, and / remained by the
pool. II needs two men TO land salm-
on. Presently | began idly casting,
just to try my new IL foot rod, and the
first thing knew fish was hooked. He
galloped around that pool, jumping
out, darting back and forth, and wad-
ed right in. After awhile got him
pretty tired. / had no landing net or
gait, but there was smooth gravel bar
40 rods below. Then towed the unfor-
tunate fish down there, got him headed
for shore and ran straight hack on the
bar. Out he came. Topping somersaults
on the gravel. TlS gut leader broke.
but threw myself or top Of that saln-
on and clssped my arms around him.
He was slippery and strong, and l could
not hold him. Finally got my fingers
In his gills, reached for stone and
gave him three or four merciless whocks
over the head. Then had him. / was
o sight to behold, wet and despatched
with mud and slime, but l was too
proud as well as too nearly out Of breath
for words. Frederic Irland in Scrib-
nar'a
The copper country evening news. [volume] (Calumet, Mich.) 18??-1907, 1896-10-15
Cb.r,cs Reade ON Bare Walls.

I had the honor once to know in Lon.
don Charles Reade, q most remarkable
and great man, as well as great novel;
list of the higher realistic school. Reade
was, above all things, a practical man.
He had the eye Of an eagle, and no
things that needed reformation escaped
IT. One day, when dined with him at
his house in London. his rus in urbe, as
he called IL, he said that he had been an
examiner at board school examination
that day and that he had been again
struck by the barrenness and unattrac-
tiveness Of the average public school
room. 81 suppose, said /, THAT it is
q realization of the American idea. BY
giving the scholars nothing TO look at
but their books their attention is sup
posed to be concentrated on their les
soma Just so, he said, "but it isn't.
The brain works through the eye. Those
internal bare walls do not stimulate the
mind. They stupefy it." Here is the
statement of an absolute fact which.
fortunately, wise teachers are now REC
ognizing the world over. Collector.