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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27
Another Cold Wave.

The weather bureau has forecast a de-
cided drop in temperature and results are
already becoming evident to justify the
prediction. The last cold-wave warning
sent forth by the wizards Of the weather
shop was so well backed up by the suisse
uuent facts that weather bureau stock
went up in the market of the public faith
good many points, and it is likely that
tie announcements this winter from this
source to the same effect will cause very
general skirmishing around the furnaces.
The public might readily be served to an
economical extent by the weather bureau If
there were a closer bond of sympathy and
confidence between them. Coal bills might
be materially reduced with scientific at
tention to the probabilities Of the future
and many doctor bills might perhaps be
saved through an acceptance of the warn
ings given ny this branch Of the public
service. There are vast possibilities in
this line and they all depend primarily
upon the percentage Of accuracy achieved
by the forecasters and the amount of Gre
dence that the people place in the pre6ic-
lions. With a strong combination Of Euch
skill and faith life would be rendered more
comfortable.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27
Keen the Back Lot. Clean.

A citizen yesterday asked through The
Star what is TO be cone with the back lots
of the city, that are neglected In many
cases until they become menace to the
public health. This is a pertinent inquiry
lille the matter of typhoid and other dis
eases is under consideration. In many in
stances these premises are permitted to
become mere dumping grounds. filling with
the refuse of houses and attracting flies
and causing dust and odors. Weeds grow
rank on them, and conditions are created
that favor the generation of unwholesome
elements. The writer of the letter to The
Star asks: What are we going to do about
it, 1t is the duty of some one to attack
this problem. to investigate the extent to
which these vacant spaces are dangerous
to the public health, and to seek a way to
cure the evil. The health department has
power to abate certain nuisances, and it
should surely attack these lots whenever in
the estimate of competent persons they be-
come menace to health, as well as an af-
front to the eye and to the nose. Many of
the low-lying commons Of the outskirts are
gradually filing with dirt dug from the
cellars of new buildings. as well as with
ashes from thousands of houses. In some
other cities these public dumps are re-
garded as possible sources Of contagion,
and are kept under close inspection. Some
cities have refused to permit the use of the
commons for indiscriminate dumping. save
when they are far away from houses. New
York is now trying to regulate the matter
of disposing of the ordinary waste and
refuse by sorting. burning and other means.
anl this process. it is hoped. will reduce
the danger of disease termination from
this source to minimum. In the case of
the smaller back lots. such as Immediately
adjoin residence properties, there surely
should never be permitted any promlscuous
accumulation of refuse, and owners who
allow their ground to become nuisance
breeding ought to be subject to the atten-
tions of the police.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27
The BIun,her Forbe. Letter.

II ia stated that the authorities in Cali
fornia in the case of Durrant put no cred
ence in the letter recently produced pur-
porting to be the confession of the real
murderer of Blanche Lamont and Minnie
Williams. The letter bears the signature
of a man calling himself Blanther Forbes.
who in March last killed himself in a Texas
Jail where he was confined on a charge of
murder. The letter, as the story goes, was
slipped into the coat pocket of one of
Forbes fellow prisoners, a man of the
name of Pitts. from whom, indirectly. it
has come into the possession of Durrant's
attorneys Pitts is now a free man again
and resides in Texas, and supports the let
Der with a statement of his recOllections of
Forbes as prisoner. Forbes wife, whom
be had abandoned, likewise comes forward
and relates some circumstances of her hus-
band going to support the statement of his
having committed the California murders.
Hers is a very interesting turn in a very
famous case and the California authorities
owe it 10 themselves and to the public to
go into il thoroughly. 1t is not enough for
them simply to express n disbelief in the
Forbes story. The story is '.fishy" upon
its very face. But they should probe the
whole matter of Forbes letter to the bot
tom-try it by every test pertinent to it's
value or want of value. and then give to
the public the benefit of their investiga-
lions Forbes undoubtedly bad man.
AT the time he destroyed himself he was in
Jail under the charge of having killed a wo-
man named Langfeldt. His suicide was
probably accepted as a confession of guilt
in that case. and this letter is put forward
as desire on his part to do justice to Dur
rant in the California cases. But as Forbes
had decided to destroy himself a sense of
justice, even in so abandoned a person.
would have dictated a surer means of sery-
ing Durrant than the means employed 1t
is only BY the merest accident that this
letter is produced.
Durrant. it would appear. is certain of at
least two months more of life The new
legal points raised in his behalf but not at
all connected with this letter, cannot be
disposed of earlier. So, in that time. every
thins OF Importance bearing upon this
Forbes letter. it's origin. production and all
else, should be brought under the glass of
the most rigid examination
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27
Prompt Action ON the Treaty.

Senator Davis of Minnesota. chairman Of
the committee on foreign relations. an
nounces from his western home that he
will ask the Senate to consider and ratify
the Hawaiian annexation treaty lmme-
diately after Congress has convened. This
announcement Is gratifying and fore
shadows a vigorous campaign on behalf of
the project of union. The treaty has passed
through all the essential preliminaries. hav-
ing been already submitted by the Presi-
dent and considered by the committee
which reported 1t unanimously. with the
recommendation that 1t be ratified. 1t was
before the Senate for some time before the
adjournment of Congress in special session,
and thus the matter can be taken up for
immediate action, as Senator Davis indi-
Gates. as soon as the Senate has convened.
The reasons for prompt ratification are
many and urgent. They spring from both
sides to the bargain. The United States is
anxious that annexation be accomplished
before the complications now only subordi-
nate to the probability Of speedy union be-
c1ne acute and threatening. The Ha-
waiians are eager for an equally swift de-
cision because of the threat of japanese
and British pressure on the little republic.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

House will be of 50 much Importance both
to him and his party q very great deal
will be expected of him. He talks with
spirit and interest at all times. but as his
one topic is silver, 1t must be trine try
ing even to one Of his readiness and fu-
Ell cy to avoid tiresome repctitions in the
many speeches he Is called upon to make.
II he inspects the situation in Mexico.
therefore. he will return home with some
thing new for his audiences, II nothing
more convincing than he has heretofore
been offering them.
1t is not 1isrespectful to Mr.. Bryan to
suggest that ne will probably learn little
on his Journey. He does not go with an
open mind. He il already convinced. He
goes as q special pleader-and very
shrewd one he is-on a hunt for material
to help bolster up a cause which In Its
Present shape in this country he has had
much to do with fashioning. And SO what
he finds of use to him he will gather and
all the rest he will leave behind. 1t IL
special trip for n special purpose.
Mexico under the silver standard is no
Bryan will treat 1t, after personal tnspec-
ton. in an Interesting way there can be no
doubt. And in doing that he will give his
opponents on the stump an additional task.
1t will be just as well for them to be post
ing up on Mexico also. That silver is to be
the issue again next year Is a foregone
conclusion and 1t brightens the prospect
for those interested in the subject to feel
that some new matter is to be introduced
into the public discussions Of 1t.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27
Mr. Bryan to Visit Mexico.

The intelligence come from Kansas City
that ex-Gov. Crittenden of Missouri will
Rave next week for San Antonio. Texas,
where he will be Joined by Mr. and Mrs.
w. j. Bryan for a four weeks tour of
Mexico Gov. Crittenden was the consul
general to Mexico during Mr.. Cieveland's
second term, and his acquaintance in that
country will make him Of great value to
Mr.. Bryan as travelling companion. Mr..
Bryan. 1t Is announced. while absent will
study the financial question from the Mex.
lean standpoint, and observe the conduct of
business and the condition of the people
where free silver prevails.
1t was reported last winter that Mr..
Bryan had a trip Of this kind in contem-
plation. but he changed his plans. II the
present report Is correct. 1t Is an easy
guess that the silver leader Is getting
ready for next years Congress campaigns.
He is still his party's star on the stump, and
a next years night for control of the
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27
The lowering Case.

The American people ard the American
army TO he congratulated upon the
outcome. thus far. of the Lowering court
martial proceedings. A captain OF the army
was accused of maltreating subordinate
in the course of exercising his disciplinary
authority Immediately there arose a pop
Clar cutlery against such construction of
the privileges and duties OF officers and in
opposition to tie tendency among military
men that brought about such state of
affairs. The officer was sustained by those
Immediately superior to him in command
ard the matter would doubtless have been
dropped had not the Indignation of the pub
lie caused the higher officials to take cogni-
zance of it and order an investigation and
later Il military trial. The facts adduced
at this trial were exactly what had been
charged. and it was shown by the testi-
mony that the officer had been guilty of
gross brutality in his treatment of a prls-
oner
But even in the face of this testimony
there lurked a doubt in the minds of the
people whether military court, composed
of men surrounded by the same atmosphere
as that which doubtless Influenced the &C
cused in his conduct, would find the captain
guilty. There vas more on trial than the
sccused officer. The efficacy of the whole
military system of discipline was under
test The process of trying officers by fell
low officers was likewise under public
scrutiny.
As the case is now known the court has
justified itself and has found the accused
officer guilty Of brutal conduct. 1t matters
not how close was the division of senti-
ment among it's members, nor what were
th.. hv- hfrt, fbn lot
reached The public Judgment in opposition
to the manner in which Private Hammond
was treated by his captain receives the
support of a court composed of army Of
ficers and thus the soundness of the outcry
against tyrannical violence in the military
service is demonstrated. The court recon-
mends that the guilty captain be punished
by re?rimand. This seems a mild punish
ment in view of the gravity of the offense
that has been committed. but if properly
administered a reprimand to Captain Low
crinS will serve a most useful purpose.
Tine Star hopes for the sake of the pres
tige of the army as well as for the salts
faction of outraged public sentiment that
the reviewing officers in this city whose
duty il is to pass judgment upon the verdict
and the sentence will utilize this opportu-
nifty. if not to increase the penalty. at least
to frame a reprimand that will not only
warn Captain Lowering agains. repetition
Of his offense but also notify the entire
army that such brutal methods must not
be considered as legitimate part of mill
tary discipline. The time has come for es-
ttblishing standard of military conduct
that will be broadly reco gnized and re-
spected. Such a standard can be set
through the medium of the words addressed
by the War Department to Captain Lover
ing and if the opportunity should be thus
accepted the episode at Fort Sheridan will
have proved of value to the republic.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

carious during one Of their early tours that
they caused screen Of wire netting to
be erected In front Of the footligfts ex-
teading to the flies, and behind this they
sang, danced and recited In defiance of the
miscellany proffered to them through the
air throughout their performances. Herr
Abrahamovics should then have q trap door
constructed beneath the tribune. connect
Ing with secluded retiring room. With
the aid Of such devices, with free access
to his chair. and security there from the
average legislative MISSILE the presiding
officer could probably retain his position
throughout the sitting without personal
danger. The present policy Of the Austrian
government seems to be one Of stubborn
resistance to the demonstrations Of the
bohemian-German party. and Herr Abra-
namovics. the chosen agent for maintaining
bold front. Is surely entitled to more pro-
lection than that afforded by mere board
Ing around his chair
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27
Cuba and Canada.
From the New York Tribune.


The intelligent business men of Spain
ought to be able to perceive that Cuba au-
tonomous and prosperous would be worth
far more to Spain, politically and COM
mercially. than Cuba ruled at and for
Madrid, and in a constant state of disaf-
lection, disorder and distress. If they can
not appreciate the fact on general prin-
ciples. they have only to ask themselves
how Canada compares in value to England
with Cuba in value to Spain. Years ago
England gave Canada the right to make
her own tariffs, even to levy duties against
English goods and now Canada, rich and
prosperous, voluntarily makes sweeping
Determinations in favor of English goods
Suppose Spain had done likewise years ago,
would she not now be far better off? And
is it not worth while, at least, to try the
experiment now, and see whether there be
not yet time for Its success?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

No other large city in the country is quite
so well off III respect Of its gas supply as
the city of Philadelphia. That we might
have been vastly better off, with thrifty
and scientific unpolitical control. there is
no doubt But we are still in a position of
advantage compared with any of the other
cities dependent upon outside sources of
supply Notwithstanding all our shortcom-
ings. This furnishes a most incontestable
proof OF the advantage OF municipal owner
Ship
The city that owns its gas works COM
mands the situation. If 1t fail to make
the most Of 1t that is fault of administra-
ton.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

The decrease Of the English sparrow in
New York has been puzzling ornithologists.
In certain sections, where this noisy little
bully-this John Bull in feathers-used to
congregate- and make day hideous. there
Is hardly a sign Of him now. The cause of
this phenomenon is, however, no mystery,
but amusingly simple. The English SPAR
row has no use for reform administra-
ton. and especially no admiration for Col.
Warning. Warnings white wings have kept
the streets so clean that this miniature
Tammaniac has been literally starved out
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

Herr Abrahamovics. president of the
lower house Of the Austrian reichsrath.
now rapidly earning the reputation of being
the most riotous legislative body In the
history Of the world. has had to surround
his tribune with high board barrier.
Yesterday. however, the turbulent German
radicals assailed even this fortress sue
cessfully. and several OF them scaled 1t
during the hullaballoo. Herr Abrahamovics
should now adopt the expedient once util-
lied by the Cherry sisters, who recently
startled the east with their vocal. terpsi-
chorean and histrionic efforts. These ener-
getic women found Life on the stage SO pre-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

Mr.. Hays mention of the fast that talk
ing United States" does very well for truth
telling purposes. calls attention to the man.
yer in which many public men insist On
sighting their opportunities.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

A Swedish scientist desires to make some
practical experiments to ascertain the ex-
act form of the world. A number of econo-
mists do not hesitate to express the belief
that 1t is in unusually bad shape at pres
emit
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27
LIABILITY for Lynchinr,.

In view of the acknowledged Inability
of the courts to detect and bring to trial
nurderers when digniied by the title of
lynchers. Maryland should have law
whereby the county In which a lynchine
occurs would be responsible in heavy pe-
cunfary damages TO the relatives Of the
pr son thus killed. Then taxpayers would
take lively interest in protecting pris-
oner1.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27
His Grasn.

Don't you think, laying personal preju-
dlce aside, said the candid man, in dis
lssing a rival politician, that he has an
immense grasp Of public affairs?"
WELL, replied Senator Sorghum" I will
go so far as to admit that just now he has
his hands full
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

There are several men whose experience
should suggest to W. ]. Bryan that Ken
lucky is at present producing a very unsafe
and spasmodic brand of politics.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

1t is to be hoped that the philanthropy of
General Blanco at the outset of his career
IN Cuba will not prove as unsubstantial as
the beiligerency of his predecessor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27
Comparison.

am greatly interested in the comments
which is made
On various modern pastimes an the way
that they are played.
It's at this time O. year that able minds
yer 'tention claim
With lots to say of foot ball as a rough
an risky game.
I've also been a-readin' Of how Spain
throws Cuby down ....
An jumps on her; an how that Austrian
reichsrath runs the town;
An how the sultan now an then starts in
a-runnin' wild,
An I must say foot ball strikes me as
right easy-like an mild
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

1t is a good thiIg for the members Of the
reichsrash that the sergeant at arms Is
not man Of Sheriff Martins impulsive
Temperament.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

The example afforded by the Reichsrath
is almost enough to reconcile the American
public to the somnolence Of the Senate.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

The frequency with which Mrs. Luet-
gerts' have been discovered may suggest
81 prosecution for bigamy in case the jury
again fails to convict.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

In view Of the large number Of motor
men. conductors and others employed by
MIN. the editorial I'VE" as penned by Mr..
Yerkes has peculiar comprehensive force
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

In figuring on the chances Of injury in
loot ball 1t must not be forgotten that
there Is an enormous amount of it played.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

MIS- Mack and Martin Thorn are each
perfectly willing to confess that the other
was responsible for the murder.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

II appears that David B. Hills case was
merely one Of suspended animation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

Experience" said Uncle Eben. 'is er
good teacher; but education is lible ter be
wasted on er man dat don pend on muffin
e.se."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27
. The Real Complnint.

1.-THE world owes a man a living" re-
marked the perverted philosopher.
That's perfectly true" replied the prac-
teal friend. And the world stands ready
to meet the debt. What you find the most
fault about is that it isn't as easy to draw
checks as it is to draw your BREATH
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27
SHOOTING STARS.
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hasn't he gotten through with what he
nad to say?' inquired the man who had
been asleep.
YES, replied the friend next him. But
tnere's no telling when he will conclude"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

GIN order to avoid delays, on ac-
count of personal absence, letters to
THE STAR should not be addressed
to any individual connected with the
Office, hut uimply to THE STAR, or to
the Editorial or Business Depart
ments. according to tenor OF purpose.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1897-11-27

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