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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15

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The postal savings bank project has pro-
crossed to a point thai Is most satisfactory
to it's advocates. who now include citizens
in every section and In every line OF life.
The Postmaster General has exploited the
proposition in his first annual report. hearth
ly recommending legislation providing for
the scheme, and urging 1t upon Congress ats
one of the next steps designed to place the
United States in rank with the most pro-
gressive nations. Thus the matter Is now
directly before the President and it seems
probable that he will include In his annual
message to Congress some direct reference
to the plan, with perhaps a recommended
ton looking toward the creation of the
bank II this should be done, or even IL
the President in the pressure Of other and
weightier problems affecting the Union
should fail to add his Endorsement to the
project, the scheme will be sufficiently be-
fore Congress to warrant its friends In
making an organized effort to secure the
passage of the necessary statute. The
movement has been gathering force with a
steadiness that indicates how eager the
people are for the installation Of some such
system Of affofding them an opportunity to
accumulate small savings Under the pro-
lection of the government. The opposition
to the plan. which before contented itself
with casual objections to Its general fea-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
Fashionable Furs.

Furs, large and small and in every
possible form, are being extensively
used this season.
We have carefully selected stock
of Furs, in the latest designs, includ-
ing many novelties, and shall offer
tomorrow some rare values as
follows:
Fine Curled Astrakhan Collarettes extra Ius-
trous. full satin lined high storm collar. Special
value.
$500 each.
Genuine Brown Marten Cluster Neck Scarf. extra
fine quality. finished with ten tails. Special price.
$3.50. Value So. 50 each
Combination Colarettes electric seal yoke and
wide border and top collar of genuine marten.
fancy silk lining, very handsome and stylish ex-
cellent yalu.
$3.50 each.
The new Partisan Neck Scarf
with chiffon ruffle, fur edge and long
ribbon ends-the very latest novelty
can be found here only.
Third floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
Second floor.
The MCCALL
Bazaar Patterns

Are designed by the most skilled ar
lists who are in touch with the latest
modes that are presented in the
fashion centers of Europe in all sorts
of outer apparel The designs and
methods have been so simplifed that
the least inexperienced can readily
understand them and need not hest
tate to undertake the cutting of any
desired garment.
The prices are the lowest quoted
for reputable patterns.
Many of them are Ioc.
None higher than I5c.
The Bazaar of Fashions, published
monthly, can be had free of charge
at our store or will be mailed free to
any address. The Christmas number
is now ready.
The Fashion Queen is SC. copy.
Postpaid to any address, &c.
First noor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
Japan, Hawaii and Annexation.

kamehameha's letter to The Star from
Honolulu. printed today. indicates that the
officials of the Hawaiian government are
now on the safe side of the immigration
controversy with Japan. the latter gov
eminent having unquestionably changed
front" on the arbitration proposition. This
letter bears as well upon the suspicion that
is entertained in Hawaii and in this country
that there is a strife in Japan between the
people and the government the former
clamoring for aggression toward Hawaii
and the latter realizing the strength of the
American ir fiuence over and interest In the
Islands Recent news from Japan suggests
that the cabinet is being reorganized but
fails to indicate the real reasons of the
charges. especially the retirement of Count
Okunaa, minister for foreign affairs who
has managed the controversy with Hawaii
from the beginning in that capacity The
Honolulu letter to The Star suggests that
the reason for these changes may lie in the
antagonism of the people toward the ad-
ininistration at Tokyo on account of this
very matter. but it does not seem likely
now that the reorganization of the Japan
csc cabinet will affect the chances of an
amicable settlement OF the immigration dis
pute. which is now on satisfactory and
equitable basis
Incidentally Kamehameha's letter reveals
the absurd position of the native annexa-
uonists of Hawaii and foreshadows the
hSht effect that the delegation they are
sending to Washington will probably have
Upon the fate of the treaty careful poll
OF the Senate as Indicated in the news col
uinns yesterday. Shows that the annexation
project is in good shape and that the only
danger lies in the impossibility of closing
debate on the measure. That danger is not
estimated as grave. for it seems to be a
senatorial custom TO permit international
affairs over which that body has super
vision TO remain unembarrassed by the
stringencies and the laxities of the rules
The next session will be long and the op-
portunities for considering the treaty will
be practically unlimited. The project Is of
such Importance that il is altogether un-
likely that adjournment will be permitted
by its friends until action has been taken
either upon the treaty itself or upon a leg
fsiative substitute.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15

Connecticut Clergyman Is said to have
discovered a process of extracting from the
waters OF the ocean the gold and silver
that are positively known TO be contained
in them If this pc true the clergyman
in question will never again have to pass
around the plate for contributions for his
salary. or conduct pound parties for the
benefit of his harder, for he has hit upon
the richest thing in the world For many
years this secret has been sought by a host
OF fortune hunters. practical chemists,
metallurgtstS. charlatans and dreamers
and has always evaded discovery. The
precious metals have been extracted, to
be sure, in tie past. but in such minute
Quantities that the processes employed
Fave never begun to be economical. The
problem has always been to discover a
method that would extract the gold in
such Il proportion to the time labor and
expense that the operation would be COM
mercially profitable. This. 1t would an
pear, has been hit upon by the Connecticut
clergyman. according to his own story.
The scientific verdi will doubtless take a
keen interest in his announcement which
threatens to shake to their foundations
many theories. principles and Industries.
The sea water contains practically every
known element. II is probably the mos,
complex commodity within common reach
of the world and II now, at the end of the
century. means are At hand to split 1t up
into its component parts the nations OF
the earth well may tremble. There will
he. on this rev basis. an immediate read
tustment OF values. for value depends solely
upon the laws Of supply and demand and
II the sea can be made to yield its ele-
ments the previous limitations to the sup
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
A Practical Inquiry

secretary Wilson in the course Of his
annual report on the work Of the Depart
Hent OF Agriculture lays down a new line
CT inquiry that should produce excellent
results He proposes to investigate the dis
position that Is made Of the street sweep
lngs and other refuse of cities, through
the medium of the division of chemistry.
and he hopes to, he able to reach a reliable
determination as to the best methods of
disposal This end involves two points of
consideration; that of hygiene, concerning
TIE erect that the processes now in vogue
and those in prospect have upon the pub
lie health, and that Of economy, which
brings into play two additional items
These relate first to the community as at
fecting the cost Of disposal, and second the
agricultural classes, as bearing upon a
possible source of fertilizing material The
manurial value of the ordinary sweepings
has never been reduced to an exact calcu-
iation, and to this end the Secretary pro-
poses to analyze the ashes of burned sweep
ings. The outflow from the sewers he. also
proposes t. test as of possible use to the
farmer In many foreign cities and in
some American communities sewage farms
have been successfully established and
thus the departmental agents will have a
basis upon which to work in that direc-
ton. Whatever may be the result of the
inquiry Ii will be closely followed by many
municipalities that are now struggling with
the problems Of refuse disposal and hope
to see their way clear to a solution that
Will be both hygientc and economical. Such
Investigations as this prove the wisdom of
Congress in establishing a public depart
ment devoted to a consideration on broad
scale of all matters directly or remotely af-
fecting the welfare Of the farmers of the
country
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
Now for Business.
From the Chattanooga News.

From the Chattanooga News.
The present hull in politics Is a welcome
relief. One year out OF four, at least, ought
to be devoted to business. The next>elec-
lions. which will be for county offices. will
not be held until August. 1888. and the
state elections will not occur until next
of there campaigns wRyArSGse any extra
ordinary interest. 1t Nnltbe an Off year
in politics. and the issues will not be suf-
ficiently important to interfere seriously
be no great political iApheAEai until 1880,
nearly three years fro4 now The time is
long enough to get t}stl amount Of bust
ness done. II We will settle down to it now
and stick at it until the next great wave of
political excitement sweeps over the coun-
TRY. Within that time fortunes can be
made by the enterprising and the industri-
Gus. Let all make the best of the business
season.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
New Silk Petticoats.

We are showing very many new
Petticoats, including choice novel
ties in Roman Stripes, Tartan Plaids
Striped and Changeable Effects; also
rich effects in black and white.
Tomorrow, Tuesday, the following
special values:
Black Changeable Taffeta Silk Petticoats I'm
all the newest shades: 12-inch hounce stiffened
with four heavy cords. bound with velvet; French
back An exceptional value.
$500 each.
Changeable and Striped Tafeta Silk Petticoats
umbrella shape. deep corded founce bound with
velvet. Many beautiful patterns.
so each.
Changeable Taffeta Silk petticoats in a great
variety OF the newest shades: umbrella shape; rs
inch hounce. put on with pun and beading; two
extra corded hounces and dust rufe; sffnened with
featherbone. Another unusual value.
$Io.5 so each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
Ffcklcness.

Yes said young Mrs. Torkins, Il learn
ed something at the races"
What was it?" asked her husband an
prehensively.
L learned that popularity is something
that cannot be depended on; that the adj
mirers of today may DE the foes of tomor.
row.
How did you learn all that?'
sitting In the grand stand. Everybody
said a horse was a great favorite. But
after he had gone around the track once the
way some of them talked about him was
dreadful
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15

1t will be most unfortunate II the Attor-
ney General should approve the proposed
cornrromis> of the oleomargarine cases now
pending before the courts in PHILADELPHIA
and Washington. The Star has throughout
the progress OF the efforts to suppress the
frauds expressed the hope that no officer
of the government would see At to condone
these fragrant and practically confessed
offenses against the laws by o willingness
to accept a ecmpl omIse. The law Is not
intended As revenue producer except in
cidentally. but as a check on the frauds
that are daily committed in every large
city in the country where oleomargartne
and similar products are marketed Nor is
there any purpose to prevent the manu-
facture and sale of these products under
the statutory license regulations. the stat
ute serving. when enforced, merely to pre-
vent the sale of these limitations under the
name of butter and at butter prices. There
in lies the fraud OF which the people COM
plain ami which has been proved in many
instances to such point that the violators
of the law willing to pay heavily for a
prosecutions that they have richly earned.
the acceptance of a compromise. payment
necessarily weakens the effect of the law.
1t practically reduces the statute to the
level of a tariff upon oleonargarine and 1t
fails utterly of the moral effect that Is its
chief value There is no force in the con-
tention in the Philadelphia case that the
court has been in the habit of imposing a
tne of $1,000 in such cases, and that there
fore compromise at 5000 Is just $500 of
profit to the government. The court In
Philadelphia should correct and change its
alleged habit in this regard, and cease to
encourage these violations of the law by
misuse of judicial discretion. A conviction
and imprisonment sentence in the Phila-
delphia case in which the accused were
caught in the very act OF violating the law
would promote the public welfare and dis
courage iaw-breaklng more than the pay
rlent 20 the government from the proceeds
of fraudulent practices of seventy times
seven thousand dollars. The matter now
lies before the Attorney General and his
decision will determine whether the govern
ment will henCeforth honor and enforce it's
own laws or wink at the bunco game that
the manufacturers and the sellers of imi-
tation butter are playing on the public.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
A Probable Populi.t Program.

The news from Idaho that the populists
OF that state are disposed to make fiat
money instead Of free silver their issue for
1900. points to what may develop into q
very interesting national situation. As a
matter of fact. FIAT money has always rep
resented the populistic idea of money. The
leaders Of the popuIist party compromised
their financial views when they came out
for free silver, and did so under pressure
They were persuaded to believe that by
giving their support to Mr.. Bryan on the
Chicago platform they would come very
near to attaining their ends all round.
But the defeat Of Mr.. Bryan, coupled with
the discussion which has followed, has
turned their thoughts into old channels
again, and it would not be surprising to see
them set up in business for themselves on
their ow1 platform next time.
Still, while changing back from free sill
yer. the populists show no sign of turning
from Mr.. Bryan. They are very firm be-
Levers In him. And with good reason He
subscribes to many populistic tenets. Tried
by the shihboleths of only few years ago.
ne Is, indeed, more of a popul:st than a
democrat. So. certain popuiist leaders are
already thinking of Mr.. Bryan as their
presidential candidate for 1900. Their pro-
posal Is that their party hold it's national
convention before that of the democrats.
and nominate Mr.. Bryan for President on
q platform of their own making This sug-
sestfon is heard from Kentucky, and sew
eral prominent populist leaders from the
south said something to the same effect in
interviews with representative of The
star as long ago as last spring The argu-
hent advanced was that as the populists
mad already brought the democracy around
to SO much of their belief. they would only
have to take the initiative in the next race
to complete the conversion.
Action such as proposed would, if taken.
embarrass MIR. Bryan very much. Populist
as ne is about SO many things, he is vet
distinctly the champion of free silver. He
stands for silver as a money of redemption
HIS fame IS built upon that, and he could
not change his base without wrecking his
superstructure. But If nominated for Pres
ident by populist national convention on
populist platform. he would have to re-
ply In some way, by either accepting or re-
1ect1ng the honor. And he would have to
commit himself as to the platform: He
could hardly hope to repeal the skillful
evasions and balancings he executed last
wear = - -
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
within Ninety Days.
From The st. Loui, dlobe-Demoerat.

r fUin- tue 81. 1Ouis dtoDe-DetnOerat.
The report that there will be two-thirds
majority in the Senate for the ratification
Of the Hawaiian treaty is probably cor
rect. The annexation project gains friends
as time passes. All the objections which
can be urged against annexation have been
heard. and they are not formidable. The
President will. in his message, recommend
early action. and nearly all the republicans
and a majority of the democrats are likely
to stand with him on this question No
body need be surprised II annexation comes
before the end Of January.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
The Anti-Prof.nttx Ri.

The Anti-Profanity Rule.
1t was "only dream" and it didn't last
lolg; ~ -
The kind that's described in the. popular
song:
sweet airy fancy so dear to recall ~
Concerning the dictunr that governs base
n. ball. sDt,,.-. ~. :. IS 81
Tim Hurst was the umpire; the game went
aptce ~ ..5-i 80 D
And Mugsy McGraw had just slid for, a
base.
He arose with grin, readjusting his bones
When the cry came for Judgment" in
ominous tCres. II
Then the umpire remarked, MY dear, Mr.
McGraw,
1t pains me to find that according to law
l must say that there isn't shadow or
doubt;
You are totally and Enthusiastically out"
With a bow and a smile came the dulcet
1T would cause me the greatest regret to
Your wisdom and justice and gentleness.
But, while your mistakes are. remarkably
1 must ask you this once your decree to de-
fer,
Remembering. dear sir, that the wisest may
l trust that different conclusion you'll
draw !,
When you view the case further" said MI
McGraw. = =
Testimony they took and each bland play
er-youth
Stepped forward and uttered the absolute
truth.
Just then came blast from an orchestra
near ~ ~
And a chorus took up the refrain with good
cheer.
From bleachers and grand stand re-echoed
the theme.
That dreary back number. IT'S only a
dream!'
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
Always on HIS Guard.

i wonder" remarked the thoughtful
youth, why 1t is so easy to humbug the
public
The answer to that" replied the artful
citizen. rs very simple. The reason is
mat the average man regards the pub.
nc as lot of people with whom he has
very little In common owing to his personal
superiority
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15

Mr.. Lows friends who insist on keeping
him in politics will of course be careful not
TO betray him into the inconsistency Of
forming the foundation of another ina
chine"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
S3.ZS,
Horse Blankets,
Lap Rugs.

We are showing an excellent line
of Horse Goods and Lap Rugs, and
ask attention to the following special
values:
Blue Horse Blankets. square, for street use
76xSO inches. Weight. s pounds.
$3.50 each.
Fawn Horse Blankets square. 76xs0 incheA
Weight, pounds
$3.50 each.
English Lap Rugs, full size. extra quality.
$500 each.
Second noor
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
SHOOTING STARS.
A New Distinction.

LIS he novelist?'' asked one young wo-
man. as she picked up a photograph.
mo. indeed" replied the other with en-
tnusiasm. Hes no novelist; he's a story
writer. You can understand and enjoy
everything he does"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
No Misrepresentation.

thought you said you had a large fol-
lowing In Cuba" said the Spanish official:
said So" said the general, land it was
the truth. You ought to have seen the
number of people who were after me when
went out Of some of those provinces"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
A Program,

thanksgiving comes In glad array,
The poets jocund text,
with turkey and mince pie enc day
And biliousness the next.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15

1t Is difficult for a politician to celebrate
Thanksgiving In the proper spirit when all
that remains Of his departed glorfes is a
wastehasket full Of check-stubs
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15

After peace has been established on the
baseball field. something further may be
done to regulate congressional debate.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15

From the New York World
We ought to have a postal savings bank
system at once, providing for every citizen.
an absolutely secure opportunity to invest
be called upon to consider the matter. Its
course should not be eubject to any doubt.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15

Whenever man permits himself to be
known as king of the dudes,'' it is safe
10 predict then he will sooner or later get
into trouble.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15

If Dom Paul is anxious to hold his own
against Cecil Rhodes opposition in the
TraDsvaai. he should send to this country
for campaign manager.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15

Texas has discovered some new gold
fields. This will enable the mining C amp
story-writers to get local color without
risk of catching cold in Alaska.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15

His failure to find anything demoralixins
In the repulsive details of the Nack-Thorn
case would indicate that Mr.. Comstock has
grown tolerant.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
Custom
Tailoring.

Our object in opening this depart
ment was to meet the prevalent and
growing demand for high-olass gar
ments at popular prices. We are
sparing no efforts to give the best
possible tailoring service for the least
money.
We make Suits to Treasure
From excellent, warranted all-wool
fabrics for
Sa4.OO, Serge Lined.
Silk Lined, $500.
A Better one for $1,000.
Silk Lined, $4,000.
Kersey Overcoats, black, blue and
brown, with velvet collar,
$1,000.
They must fit or we don't want you
to take them.
These are values heretofore I'M
heard of in Washington.
An inspection of our cloths will
convince you. Take a sample for
comparison.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15

lie sultan does not seem disposed even
70 utter the customary polite fiction about
contemplating war as a deplorable posi-
bility.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
S2.o5 each.
Mems Shirts to Measure.

Our long experience in Custom
Shirt work should be and is a guar
antee of excellence of fit. quality OF
materials and workmanship in the
Shirts we turn out.
We believe that we give an I'M
equaled Shirt to measure at
6 for 5000
Using Wamsutta or n. Y. Mills
Muslin and a substantial linen.
We make better grades also.
COfOred Shirts
For business wear are correct this
season. See the line of designs
hundreds in number-of fine Scotch
Madras and French Percale, from
which We make a shirt and one pair
of cuffs for
S3.25.
We shall take great pleasure in
executing any orders with which YOU
may favor us, guaranteeing a perfect
fit in every instance.
First floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
Ladies' Suit
Department

Announces the Arrival of
New Satin Waists.
New Taffeta Silk Waists.
New Roman Striped Silk Waists.
New Tartan Plaid Silk Waists.
New Shepherd Plaid Wool Waists.
New Velvet Capes and Blouses.
New Silk and Satin Skirts.
New Tailor-made Blouse Suits,
New Fur Collarettes and Boas.
New Eiderdown and Flannel
Wrappers.
New English Cravenette Water
proofs.
And names as special values:
All-wocl Eiderdown Wrappers. with embroidered
collar and cuffs and wool gfrdle-red. gray. pink
and blue.
S2.o5 each.
Better grades up to $1,000 each.
Stylish Flannelette Wrappers braid trimmed and
lined to waist-thoroughly made.
SI.OO each.
Superior grade Flannelette wrappers ,s,,ero
jacket effect, velvet ribbon trimmings
$I.oo each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15
The Postal Saving. bank Project.

Mr.. Foraker's reconciliation appears to
have had q tirne-lock on it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-15

MIR. c. Fl. J. Taylor's political complexion
may be described as chameleon-like.