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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
Preventing Hail storms by Explosions

The American rain-making experiments
are sufficiently fresh in the memory to lend
a peculiar interest to report recently sub
mitted to the State Department by the con-
sui at Zurich regarding curious practice
that has grown UP among the grape grow
ers of certain sections of Austria which is.
in effect. the exact reverse of the rain
making theory. 1t is none other than the
prevention of storms by aerial explosions.
The owner of extensive vineyards found
that his profits were disappearing with the
frequent destruction of his vines by hail
stones These storms are common and Sc
we're In Austria. especially on the southern
slopes of the Bacher mountains and as the
soil Is peculiarly adapted to the growth of
the grape the question arose whether some
means OF preventing the falling of hail
could not be devised. Tine explosion expert
ment was tried and to the date of the re-
port it had met with unbroken success
The method is simple. On each of six of
the most prominent submits surrounding
the vineyards the owner erected a station
built of wood, for the shelter of a battery
of heavy mortars. ten at each station The
neighborins peasantry, themselves small
vineyard owners, have been trained to the
duties of manning the batteries and at the
Shghtest sign of the approach of a storm
the men assemble and at a given signal
FIRE all the mortars simultaneously. Each
mortar is loaded with about four and a half
ounces of powder: the report makes no
mention OF a projectile. The bombardment
of the clouds = continued until the mos
ture is scattered and the storm is pre-
vented At the first trial of the svster,
last summer after a few moments firing
the cloud wall opened up in the form of a
funnel. the mouth rising in consecutive
rings. gradually expanding until the clouds,
scattered and disappeared. This process
was accompanied by no hail or even ram.
During the summer the firing was under
taken SIX times and always with the
same result Thus it appears that while
man may not be able to force nature 10
work AT his bidding ne may at least COM
pei her TO remain idle for time
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25

D5cGvse these men deliberately take adj
vantage CT the cloak of protection which
the sentiment of Senatorial courtesy
throws around their public and even their
private deeds. Some of the Senate's most
honorable and upright men. themselves far
aiding these transactions by demanding the
preservation of this atmosphere. Whether
it be that they do not realize the need Of
a purging fear the effects of disclos-
ures upon the public. as affecting the gen.
eral repute of the whole body. 1t Is impos-
sibe to know and immaterial at this time.
The fact remains that there Is a we'll
grounded public suspicion that there are
INSCRIPTIONS men among the Senators,
who are using their official positions for
improper purposes. and that this suspicion
cannot either be confirmed or exploded
because of the existence of this system OF
general self-defense styled Senatorial
courtesy.
Therefore it Is that Mr.. Hale's latest
move is the more valuable than by reason
of it's assault upon the lobby. 1t may re-
suit in rending the veil that hides this
temple from the profane, view of the
American public and for that result the
people of this nation, who are bred in the
belief that the most substantial thing about
the republic is the purity of it's institutions,
will be deeply grateful. i>'i.'-r.-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
The New Plum for Garbage Disposal

The general plan of garbage disposal, as
outlined In yesterdays Star, embraces GER
tain features that should meet with warm
approval from the citizens There has been
a decided sentiment throughout the Dis
trict of late years that the garbage ham
ding plant of whatever nature, should be
located far beyond the range of habitation.
and The Star has frequently urged the
destruction or the reduction of the ma
terial several miles away from the closely
populated section. 1t is now, evident that
the Commissioners are so burdened with
their long contract with the present par
ties that they can not effect a completely
satisfactory reform. especially in view of
the lack of a day labor law. But pending
the expiration of this agreement and the
enactment of such statute the plan now
in contemplation meets many of the most
serious objections to the present system.
The garbage, it is evident, will be de-
stroyed at such a distance that it can not
we'll annoy any of the citizens or their
neighbors. Its transportation down the
river by scows has usually been attended
with unpleasant results, but the Commits
sioners, profiting from their former eXpe-
riences in this line, seem to have provided
against the secret dumping of the ma
terials in mid-stream. Provision seems to
be made, too, for garbage disposal during
the few weeks in winter when the river is
frozen, and altogether this plan appears
to be by far the best way out of what has
been a most unpleasant and even dan
serous complication.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25

CandCr compels the admission that the
republicans of the SeEate are responSioie
for the waste of time now going on in tnat
body over the tariff bill. The democrats
and popuIisrs declare themselves ready to
vote. and are acting up - their ueclara-
tons. But the republicans are dividing
and heSitating. They are slow 20 grappie
with the knottiast of their problems Reel
procity with Hawaii. reciprocity in general,
the additional tax beer and the tax on
tea. trusts. and other questions are sui
held in allegiance. At the caucus last night
hides. and atches and watch jewels mo-
nopolized attention, If those gentlemen
only knew it, the best consideration they
could give to time and time pieces would
be to hurry the tariff bill TO vote and let
the country breathe easier.
There is coming a warm time in confer
ence over the bill. ard rumor or two
about the matter may be worth a notice
Mr. Aldrich has not been able on account
of i'll health to take any part in the tie
bate on the bill in the Senate. He was so
aSsiGuous in the work of the Senate sub
committee which resulted in the mutilat1on
of the work of the House that ne over
taxed himself. and his physician ordered
him out of town for a rest. He Is no"
about restored. it is understood and con-
templates returning in time to participate
in the wind-up and in the conference, with
the view it is said, of stiffening the back
bone of the Senate conferrees. ard. If pos
sible forcing through conference as much
of his work as his coadjutors on the Senate
subcommittee have been able to save IN his
absence
This is unwelcome news. Everybody VIII
hear with pleasure of his restoration to
health aud strength again. but nobody
familiar with the situation here and anxi-
Gus for its early and satisfactory solution.
can wish to see Mr.. Aldrich on the scene in
active mood at this time. His continued
absence until the whole matter has been
disposed of would be blessing to his party
and to the country He has done harm
enough, and has earned. and should enjoy
protracted vacation. 1t is cool on the sea-
shore of Rhode Island, and for a man
whose stomach and equanmity have both
recently been upset bracng weather is the
thing \ cool reception here would not
compensate him for the loss of cool air
there. and a warm time in conference
might upset him again
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
Corset
Department.

No doubtful makes, but the re-
liable sorts that have stood the test
of years. R & g." &C. B." "W.
b." p. D." "Thompson's Glove
Fitting" also the ''Parame," the
MANAGE" and other exquisite Paris
Corsets, including the new low bust,
straight front, short hips, military
style.
W. C. c. Corsets. made Of fine net, heavily boned,
zone belt, extra long and short. Per pair. .5Uc.
II. G.. Corsets. made Of imported net, well
b0ncd. two side steels extra long and medium.
fer pair .$lUO
ThOmson's Glove Fitting Corsets. made Of i'm
ported net heavily bOned, coutl strippings, extra
long and short. Per pair. ..................S1O 90
Bicycle Waists, made Of English net with elastic
side Per pair. .$lOo
Ladies' Strviettes. Per dozen. Coo. and SOC.
English Military Braces. Per pair. 81. 25
Second floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
spreckeIs Claims to Own the Sen,

washington Corr. Philadelphia Press.
On there is not the least probability of
the ratification of that Hawaiian treaty, ;"
was tae nlppant way in which John d.
opreckels, OF the Sugar Trust, referred TO-
day to the Hawaiian annexation treaty
we can beat that treaty without any
trouble whatever" was the further remark
of Mr.. SpreckeIs.
The Sugar Trust seems to be confident
through its lobbyists here that the treaty
cannot be ratified. But, even if that can
not be done, the bill introduced by Mr.
Morgan can easily be passed. although the
Sugar Trust lobbyists declare that it will
never be allowed to come to a vote in the
Senate.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
Make the Streets Safe,

1t Is about time 20 abandon the notion
that woman who Is found alone in the
street after dark is necessarily criminal.
Thousands of pure and honest women are
compelled to traverse the streets of this
city alone every night. They have as
good a right TO 10 so as the policemen
have to patrol their beats, and one of The
duties of the police is to keep the streets
in such Condition that they can do so with
out harm and without molestation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
One Evening.

I hold her hands. The lamps soft ray
fingers in iridescent play
Among her tresses' golden strands.
Unheeded run the hour-glass sands
With which old Time seeks to dismay.
1 hold her hands.
Her gaze Is pensive; far away.
In silence there content to stay
Like one who waits but for commands
I hold her hands.
This is the picture that expands
AS memory-sprites lift up their wands.
If l let go-the truth to say
On the piano she will play
Those tunes she learned from the bras:
bands.
! hold her hands,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
49,

If 1t were not for the encouragement
which it might have given the Senate to
loiter over the tariff bill, the past few
weeks would have furnished a first-ciass
text for remarks on Washington's superb
GRITTY as az summer resort.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
Childrem's
White Bedsteads.

Children's White Enameled Iron
Bedsteads and Cribs, small and large
sizes, finished in best burnt enamel
and well laoquered brass.
Cribs. the convenient sorts, with sides that let
down. and spring Stats. Complete for. ...... SO so
Better grades up to $50. on each.
Chdren's Youths Beds with separate woven
wire springs and half sides; sizes Each. .$l3 so
Fourth floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
HammHocks, Toys,
Sporting Goods. etc.

Closely Woven HammOcks. lift. bed. Each. 79c.
Closely Woven Hammocks. with pillow and
spreader Each. ............... Csc.
Seine Cord Hammocks, extra size. Each. %. LIS
The imperial Baby iiaminocks Each. 1 Is
Best Hammock Hooks. Per pair. .......... I5c
hammock Ropes. Each. Observation-Disclosures. 10c
hammock Spreaders- Each. ............... &c.
Children-s Lawn Swings. Each. !. 25
Canvas Tents, tt square. Each. 500
Orders taken for Tents Of all sizes and kinds.
Fishing Tackle.
Reels Each. -. .................-Oc. to 81 so
Spiece bamboo Rods. Each. .............. 1Sc
Spoon Hooks Each. OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. loo.
23-foot Rraided Lines Each. sc.
2o-yard Braided Linen Lines Each. 15c.
Double Snood Hooks Per Dozen 15c.
4pfece Split BambOo Rods, cork handles. Ea. CSC.
Best Quality Utility Bait Pails Each. -. 81 90
The Blue Hill Box Kite the latest craze
EACH 81. 90
Third floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25

III encouragement of John L. Sullivan s
renewed ambition TO go into the prize ring
it may be stated that while he has not
the physique of the present champion he
has had great deal more experience as a
decllimey
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
~

1t is to be feared that after the accu-
sations of Senatorial manipulation of stock
market figures, which have been made,
the Alexander Island style of horse racing
will strike portion of the public as COM
paratiyely honest
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
The Ex-senator Lobby.

Washington Corr. New York World
There are five or six former senators who
can almost any day be seen on the floor
lobbying in behalf of their employers
One, who formerly represented in part
Pacific Coast State, has been, 1t Is said
working in the interests of the Sugar
Trust and incidentally for the beet-sugar
men.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
''If they're Rich's
shoes they're proper"
Ten=tW0 F Street.

} We are-fcady to show you the
Linen and Canvas Shoes and
5 Oxfords-feaA to have you see
! the most complete stock ever
shown i'll The city. If you care
) for style and elegance in your
footwear you must come to us
because ours is the only shoe
store i'll town where you will find
; the exclusive styles worn by
fashions leaders.
{ None too soon to think of
; your footwear wants for the 4th
of July outing: We can best
5 supply the1n-for haven't we six
} times the variety. shown else
: Where-hareh't we all the new
; est effects and novelties that YOU
will search for in vain outside
: this store?
: We're especially proud OF our
{ line of ladies' bicycle boots and
; leggins. To fully appreciate
the dainty, exclusive styles you
s must pay us a visit.
Here we only call your attention to the
line of Ladies' Tan Mixed and Black and
Brown Covert Clcth-top Wei Kid Bicycle
Boots. Very handsome styles-easily worth
"a pair. They offered at s.. 9S.
though.
: We are BUSY fitting out the
diplomatic corps-and, in fact,
: all the society folks of Washing
( ton-with footwear for use at
the seashore, mountains, or
countryside Before we came
they had to send to New York
s city's swell shoe shops. Now
they get better satisfaction here.
Prompt attention given all mail ORDERS
Free deliveries to all parts of city.
All shoes shined free
Store cooled by electric fans.
( b. Rich's Sons,
{ 'Hish-art footwear for the elite.''
J Ten=tW0 r Street.
~ ~ ~.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25

1t may be assumed even this far In sd-
vance that if Lieutenant Peary does dis
cover something worth having in the vicin-
ity of the north pole Great Britain will
claim ii.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
One Thing In His Favor,
From the Milwaukee Sentinel.

There is ct least one thing to be said in
favor OF Mr.. Alfred Austin. He does not
regard the poet lanreateship as a sinecure
He Is by far no means shirk. He has al
ready produced two jubilee poems, one OF
them thirty stanzas long, and at last ac-
counts he was seen getting oil a South
western train. at a quiet country station,
with a thick wad of copy paper and box
full Of ianh
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25

General Weylers purchase Of a three
hLndred-dollar horse may have been due
TO a patriotic desire to show that the
Spanish treasury is not SO nearly bankrupt
as has been alleged.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25

This session will cause Mr.. Reed to be
favorably remembered in the country s
al mails man who succeeded in doing
othing without making long speeches
about it.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25

The present administration has not yet
met all expectations with reference to its
legislative branch. but its weather bureau
has scored distinct triumph
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25

1t may be that Liliuokalani's sudden and
pciferous pang was due to a tardy reali-
cation that her chance of having a diamond
Jubilee had vanished forever
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
As Unreasonable us ImbeciIc.


For the United States to reject Hawaii
would be an act. viewed in a commercial
light. as unreasonable. as imhecile, as
would be that of a merchant who should
turn away with insult from his shop door
one of his best customers who came beg
ging to do business with him exclusive
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25

The secret is cut. An Anglo Hawaiian
bishop says England is the only country
that can govern Hawaii Hence the ana
iety of the cuckocs that the United States
shall not cut poor John out of this sweet
morSel.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
He Will Stop That Paper

From the Denver Post
A London editor has figured it out that
the queen may live and reign twenty-five
years longer. It's dead sure thing that
the Prince Of Wales will stop his subscrip
ton to that paper.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
An Argument for Annexation.

From the San FranciSc0 ChfUnIcIe.
The nature of British objections to the
annexation of Hawaii to the United States
constitutes one Of the strongest arguments
why the islands should be taken in.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25

In the cases of gentlemen who are am
bilious to be consuis President Mckinney
deems it exDedient to formally POSTPONE
prosperity for several months.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
A Great Problem.


From the Louisville Commercial.
State governments and municipal govern
ments nave increased greatly in cost in
the last quarter of a century. The gre AT
American problem is to have better state
anu municipal governments at less COST
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
Delicate lrInttcry.

From ;he AtchIs0n Globe.
1t ably pleases every man to receive
letter which Speaks of encroachiug on
his valuable time
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
The Bandmen Who Can't but Will.

Professor Fanciuli's discharge from the
leadership Of the Marine Band is the fate
Of musician VINO could play but wouldn't.
There many bandmen .hdt can't play,
but will, who should be court martialed.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25

From the Kansas City Journal.
The Japs don't like the Hawaiian treaty.
ana don't like our tariff bill. If there-js
anything else about us the Japs don't like
they shouldn't hesitate to mention it, We
don't mind il at all
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25

IL the subordinate members of the pro-
posed soeialistic colony will be indus trious
and provide the food and shelter. MIR. Debs
will guarantee the oratory.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25

From the ST. Louis Globe d. mocrat.
The next time old glory is run I'D in
Honolulu II Will stay there, a symbol of
Tree institutions and good will to man
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
Maryland Happy.

From the Baltimore American
Maryland crops are going to be enormous
this year. and the Maryland farmers cup
Of happiness will be filed TO the brtm
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
Grade Crossing Tragedies.

Ff0In The BaItfniOfe American.
Another Embarrassing tragedy is re-
ported from Connecticut. Only one thin.
will ever stop these horrors, and that ia
the relesation of the srade-cross.rg to the
list of defnnct barbarisms
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
New to Him.
From Puck.


Friend-"Any novelties this season.
representatives,: I've found soprano
who doesn't want the earth"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
We Won't Mind II.

Again today only one hundred and ninety.
five worked on the post Office building.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
MusHin
Underwear.


Neatness and strength are united
in the following undergarments to be
offered tomorrow The price for the
completed garment in most cases is
less than the cloth alone would cost.
Women's Good Muslin Gowns, 8 styles, double
yoke back. full sleeves, embroidery trimmed-cut
full and long. Each. ........................5 soc
Women's Good Muslin Drawers, deep hem and
cluster of tucks. Per pair ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS c
Womcn's Colored Lawn Dressing Breakfast
Sacques, empire style, full back, trimmed with
lace, full sleeves. Each. ...............-...7 Toe
Wonlen's Coiored Bingham Skirts. with bias iuf
ue fEtcn ooc
Women's Colored Lawn Skirts ito be worn under
thin dresses), deep flounce III bottom. Each 90
Childrens Good Muslin Drawers, deep hem,
cluster of tucks Per pair. ...............121 ac.
Children's Good Muslin Underwaists, pearl but
tons. Each. .......................... 12hac
Second floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
soc. each. Usually CSC.

Girls Navy Blue Cloth Refers, neatly trimmed
with braid. Sizes to II years. Special value,
so each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
Young Folks
Shoes.

Our Children's Shoes are selected
with great care, special attention
being given to correctness of shape
as well as service Our prices are
the lowest for like qualities:
- Children's Tan Button Shoes, spring heel
Sizes . to s. Per pair. Observation-Disclosures. Soc
sizes 81 To 10is. Per pair. Observation-Disclosures. 81 90
Sizes IL to 2. Per pair. ...................l so
Misses Oxbood Button Boots. Sizes IL to 2
ici -Sg.UO
Misses Soft Wei Xiii Button Boots Goodyear
welt patent tip spring heel. Sizes II to ..
fef 81 ~
ChIdren's Tan Goat and Black Kid oxfords
sole
slZes U 10 O. fcr par 81 %
Sizes So to 10h. Per pair. l. so
Womens. Misses and Chill iren's Black and White
Canvas oxfords. with rubber soles and leather
Inner SoieS FER PAIR Toe. to $lOO
Second door.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
sHooTiNa STARS.
Measurement,


'Have you bought any fireworks to cell
citrate WITH" inquired Broncho Bob.
Il should say have" replied Derringer
Dan; -four gallons"
"Some folks" said Uncle Eben, "hab er
unfawchinate idee dat de only way ter be
homes an truthful is ter keep contin' ally
bringin' up disagree'ble subjecks.''
The Smokers, Terror.
She goes where the smoke Is thiekest
She scents it from afar;
And she carries dismay
'Mongst the men in her way
At the rear Of the open car.
A Malnpropos Musician.
1.-The greatest charm of music" said the
ment Of the words is fully reflected In the
melody"
Il guess that's why I don't like the
singing of that young man who lives in
the same house with me-" was the thought
full rejoin6er. He sings Sleep, Baby,
Sleep at the top of his voice at II pm"
Vengeance.
ed through this place by a poser inquired
the man from the east. Some desperate
character, no doubt"
NO stranger replied Derringer Dan.
Hes worsen desperate character. He's
blame fool. That posse is composed of
his feller-citizens in a town which some
years sence he persuaded EN- to name
'Trilby.'"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
Girls Clothing Department.

Brightest Of the bright styles
COMMISSIONING shapes-very
clal values for tomorrow are:
Girls Fine DimIty and Percale Shirt Waists, de-
tached collars and cuffs. Choice patterns Sizes
IL to 49,
roc on ~, TTc,,,1l o.~
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-06-25
ITEMS
Department

Will offer tomorrow a couple lots of
Madras Negligee Shirts, represent
ing the very best intrinsic values we
have ever secured. They cannot be
duplicated anywhere at the price,
and are as follows:
Fine Laundered Madras, in all the newest checks
and stripes and best colors, white neckhand- pearl
buttons. protected button hole and tie strap at
back, button holes and other details as you would
find ordinarily only in custom made work. Sizes
IA to IS inclusive. Such quality and workmanship
ought to bring twice as much we ask for them
Special price,