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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

The fact of the acquisition of Alaska
by the United States has frequently been
noted during the discussion of the Ha-
waiian annexation proposition as indicating
that there is an ample precedent for the
joining of territory not contiguous to the
United States. Alaska is now quoted fur
Their in the case, as a reason why Hawaii
should be promptly annexed. The grounds
for this suggestion are given clearly and
fcrcibly in the course of the latest letter
to The STIR from its correspondent at Hon.
olulu, who displays a close acquaintance
with the facts and statistics bearing on
the situation. "Kamehameha" shows that
in the event of disagreement between the
United States and any power with a fleet
in the Pacific the Alaskan trade, which
promises to become voluminous far beyond
all expectations Of the past, would be Sc
riously menaced as long as Hawaii re-
mains without the American union. But
with that natural base of supplies and
operations securely held by this govern
ment the Alaskan commercial fleet would
be given protection against any foe. The
statements of The Stars correspondent are
Of particular value at the outset of the dis.
cLssion of the annexation treaty in the
Senate.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
Oriental Rooms
and C0Zy Corners.

There is a charm about orientalism
in housefurnishings which appeals to
people of refined taste everywhere
We are showing choice hangings,
draperies, pillows and other articles
for dens, coy corners, libraries,
etc.-and the cost is not high.
Special attention is asked to the
following:
Tapestry Curtains, fringed top ard bottom, good
line Of colors, 80 inches wide.
$2.75 pair.
Oriental Tapestry Curtains. heavy fringe top and
bottom. choice line of coIors, 80 inches wide.
$500 pair.
Fine Tapestry Curtains in damask effects, heavy
fringe top and bottom, so inches wide.
$3.50 pair. I.
Fine Satin Derby Curtains. full length, full
range CT colors, 80 inches wide.
SI2.5o a pair.
Portieres.
so pairs fine Double-faced Silk Portieres, in a
full line of beautiful coors, bought to sell for
$500 pair. This Curtain is controlled by us
for this market, and We Will introduce 1t at the
low price of
$500 a pair.
100 pairs White Nottingham Curtains, Brussels
and Fish Net effects; excellent values.
$I.75 a pair.
300 pairs fine White Nottingham Curtains, in
Brussels effects-the best line we have ever shown.
Regular 1900 and 81. so values.
$500 pair.
100 pairs Ruffied Muslin Curtains, in pretty fig
ures and stripes.
$I.75 pair.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
American Intervention in Cuba,

General Lee is at pains to ieny-though
there was hardly the necessity for his do
ing so-the absurd story of his intention to
take the field with General Blanco In Cuba
and participate in negotiations looking to
bringing the war to close. He explains
that he has no Instructions authorizing
any such step on his part Nor will he be
likely to receive such instructions. The
United States meditates no interference of
that kind in the struggle. There never has
been any thought of standing sponsor for
Spanish policies or promises with a View of
inducing the insurgents to lay down their
arms Such Endorsement anyhow would
not avail anything The insurgents we'll
understand that, even if so disposed. the
United States could not enforce any Span
ish policy in Cuba; that so long as Spanish
rule obtains in Cuba Spanish practices, re-
gardless of what Spanish enactments may
be. Will continue to Cypress the people.
StIll. there is no doubt that Spain would
be glad enough to have General Lee ac-
company General Blanco and exert his Off
cial Influence in her behalf. Her sensitive
ness about American Intervention in Cuba
is d carefully regulated feeling. All she
really protests against is the sympat thy felt
and expressed in this country for the in
surSents- She is ready and willing enough
to accept any friendly office on our part
from which she may hope to profit. She
would be glad enough to turn over the
whole movement against the insurgents to
US II we would engage to put them down
and then give her the benefit of the
achievement. She accepts the Presidents
generous appeals for food and clothing for
the many thousands of her subjects whom
she has stripped of everything and is starry
ing to death. Her so-caIled ride is sham.
First a butcher, and now a mendicant she
has no quality which entities her to the
respect of this or any other country in her
dealings with Cuba.
But while the United States will take no
part III any effort 10 induce the insurgents
to surrender, its efforts to succor the dis
tressed people in the island ought to be
most literally supported. Sympathy tor
them is sincere and profound. and the ar
ranSements are such that those who are
worthy of IT Will receive the benefit of
whatever may be sent for their benefit.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
A Wise Decision in Indiana.

The intelligence comes from Indiana that
the gold democrats of that state are still
holding aloof from the silver democrats.
The Bryan men are preparing to reorgan-
lie town and county committees, bat the
gold men will not assist in the work. or
become committed in any way. Evidently,
they are still keeping the silver question in
mind, and are seeking to avoid all entangle-
ments for the future.
That Is an entirely logical position. Demo-
Gratis who refused to support Mr.. Bryan for
President on the Chicago platform have no
reasonable excuse for returning to the
party now. The silver question is still I'M
settled Indeed, 1t is much of question
now as it was in the campaign of 1896. 1t
is certain to be the issue, open and de-
clared in this years Congress campaigns.
Mr.. Bryan will again head the procession
of stumpers Urging upon the country the
adoption of free silver coinage at 16 to 1
as an independent act by this government.
So that the activity of the silver demo-
Gratis in any state looking to strengthening
the party organization for this years fight
is directly in the interests of the silver
cause Gold democrats cannot assist in the
work without giving aid and comfort to
that cause.
NOW anu Inen lQS charge IS maze IlaC
the republicans since their return to power
have carried themselves in affairs so as to
make it difficult for their democratic allies
TO remain longer with them. This upon ex-
animation does not appear to be well
founded. The republicans since taking Of
flee nave done nothing which they did not
publicly promise to do while they were
seeking power. They could not have done
less and have kept faith with the country.
They certainly were not expected to violate
their promises. At any rate they have not
done SO, anG that fact will entitle them to
consideration at the peoples hands in the
approaching contest. They will pledge
themselves again, and again ask to be be-
lieved.
Republican performances so far have been
upon the line of promises made. There are
divisions in the party about things still to
be attempted. but they have for some time
existed. The President, however, who
stands at the head of the sound money
cause, has shown a scrupulous regard for
the platform upon which he was elected,
and is entitled to the support of all men
who helped to put him into power. For
them to fail or refuse to support him while
he deserves so well would be less of an in
jury TO him than to the best interests Of
the country.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
Special Sale of
Reed and Rattan Rockers

A>SSS1 @AAnSa f>o~ SSeAlu TNVSNSI So
We have placed on sale this day
sample line of new Reed and Rat
tan Rockers from one of the best
manufacturers in the country. The,
are made of the best standard ma.
terlals in the latest and most artistic
designs, and are finished in a SUI.
perior manner. This lot comprise:
80 distinct styles, among which yor
will flnd the ever useful Rocker with.
out arms, especially adaptable for the
nursery and sewing room. These are
$I.65 each.
At S3.95 each
There are y styles of Rattan Rockers. both in
natural and 10th Century finish.
At $3.50 each
There are large number of Rattan Rockers in
various comfortable and attractive shapes.
AT $500 each
tinct styl.s-aud all desirable~to select from '''
At.$o.5o, 500, $3.50 and $1,000
there are many beautiful Rockers, in
GLIDING odd and attractive styles.
These Chairs are marked at three
quarters their actual worth, and are
the best intrinsic values ever Offered
as far as we know. Special attention
is called to the superior workman
ship and finish of these goods.
Fourth floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
White Enam1eHed
And Brass Beds.


We are showing an unusually well
assorted stock of the finest Baked
Enamel Beds, with solid brass TRIM
mings, at the lowest possible prices
for frst-class goods. We quote:
White Enameled Beds with solid brass knobs
s1axs1a IT., 4xeA TT. and 4,sx6is TT 49,
Special price, $500. Value $500.
Same Bed with swell foot.
$3.50. Value $1,000.
Bed Springs in stock or made to
order to fit any bed.
SIPS, $2.25, $3.50, $500 and 5000.
Brass Beds.
Our Brass Beds are made of the
seamless brass tubing, and are the
best wearing beds made.
Double-size Brats Beds at the low price Of
$4,000 each.
Better grades up to $1,000.
Mattresses in stock or made to or
der to fit any bed. Prices are guar
anteed the lowest for good materials
and workmanship.
We quote Double Bed Mattresses, Husk and Cot
ton, covered with good ticking.
$500 each.
All-hair Mattresses for double beds covered with
heavy quality ticking.
5000 each.
Better grades up to $4,000.
Third floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
Let the Public Know.
From the New York Herald

The people willingly submit to taxation
for the benefit of those who are entitled to
pensions, but 1t is crying shame to fitch
funds from the heavily burdened toilers
for the benefit of impostors. BY all means
make the lists public. Let every commu-
nifty know who are the persons to whom
honor is due, as well as those who are
parading under false colors. No honest
veteran, 10 woman or child who rightly
inherits such a veterans claim need fear
to forfeit the respect and esteem of neigh
bors. On the contrary, the publication will
be claim to the honor of the community
Publish the pension lists. Let us know
the true and the false.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

legged instance Of short-delivery should
by all means be followed, in case Of
a demonstration Of deliberate fraud, by
such a prosecution and punishment as will
stand as an emphatic warning to all deal
ers that the law must be respected. The
government seems to be fairly well pro-
tected by withheld balances to cover the
suspected shortages, but the moral effect
OF the inquiry and prosecution is Of far
more consequence than the mere guarding
OF the fund for school fuel. The law was
passed net only for the benefit of the Dis
trict government. but for the protection Of
every citizen as well.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
NeIghborhood Pension Publication.

From the New York Times =
The publication of the entire list of &c.
600 names in a newspaper would be i'm
practicable. Newspaper publication, more.
over, would be ineffective. 1t brings the
names to the attention of only a small frac.
ton of the people. NeighborhoOd publica-
ton is the only effective method. If In
every post office in the country there were
posted the names of all pensioners receiv-
ing their mail at that office, with the
amount of their pensions, all the friends
and neighbors of each pensioner would be
informed of two things-frst, that his name
was on the list, and that he drew a certain
monthly sum. Reference to the printed alb.
stract of the law, which ought also to be
posted with this list, would show to VIVA.
class OF pensioners he belonged and in gen.
eral the extent Of the disability on which
his claim was based. If 1t was discovered
that a robust fellow was on the list at the
total disability rate, drawing S72 month
on the allegation that he required regular
aid and attendance, the fraud would be
Instantly apparent.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

From the New York Mail and Express.
The eleven Baltimore members of the
Maryland legislature who were elected as
republicans. but who joined with the demo-
Gratis to organize the house, furnish another
illustration of the evil influence of spoils
in politics. There is no principle involved
in their action, which is inspired only by
the greed for control Of petty state house
patronage and desirable committee appoint.
ments. But their treachery may have a
train of more serious consequences. The
candidacy of Judge McComas for the seat
of Senator German is imperiled, and al
ready German has revived his hope of re-
election to the place from which the people
of Maryland have ousted him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
The Society "Cake Walk.

on, prlng yoh gold-trimmed razzer long,
We wants no common steel.
An wifi a gilt pianner put
De rag-time in yoh heel
Dem people in Chicago-town
Wifi envy gwineter wilt
When dey hyahs of de cake-waIk dat was
led
By Bruthuh VanduhbiIt.
Yoh leaves yoh tas'e fob 'possum home,
Dey gives yer terry-pin.
De drinks, dey fixes like dey put
A Sidlitz powduh in.
Dem razzers is ony jes' fob show
Dan won be no one kilt
Da's a mighty curt cake-walk led
By Brutbuh Vanduhbilt
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

Mr.. Pepper writes 70 The Star from Cuba
that the people are dying of an ailment
known TO the physicians as ''miseria." They
nave been starved, neglected, unsheltered
abused for so lorg that they have lost
heart as well as strength. His description
Of the condition of the jewellers in the
rural districts, printed saturday. ought to
stimulate the charitable instincts of the
citizens Of the United States. who have
been twice asked by official proclamation
to contribute 10 the fund that is slowly
growing in aid of the suffering Cubans.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
England Must Diet.
From the London Spectator.

sufficiently civilized for federation, that If
it is family of brothers they are, to bor-
row Jerrolds joke, all Gains and Abels,
and that if China were partitioned by
agreement tomorrow they would next week
be fighting over the division of the spoil
We do not suppose anybody will mistake
our meaning, but still we will boil 1t down
into an index line. This country is full for
unless 1t is prepared for blood-letting by a
doctor who calls his lancet 1.-THE conscrip-
ton"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

rest OF Previous Experience.
You say you are an experienced collec-
corr! said the man who wanted an EN-.
ploye.
Yes, SIR"
have the patience. energy and knowi-
eose that go to equip a man for such a Do
sition?"
Yes"
We'll. I'll see how much practice you've
hao. Come outside with me. and let me
watch you go through my new set of storm
DOORS"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
Hnwaii's Importance.
From the Minneapolis Times.

The partition Of China means that the
commerce Of the Pacific Is to assume vast
proportions, and that the Hawaiian Is
lands are in importance ten times what
they were two months ago. Senator Davis
of this state does well to devote his present
time and energy mainly to the work Of
securing Hawaii as our permanent possess
sion. He has the approval of the vast ma
jority of the people of the northwest, ire
spective of party considerations.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
- .

II Is depressing to be obliged TO remove
the coal man who gives short weight from
the domain IF humorous fiction and give
him place among the solemn facts that
have to be confronted in life.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
A Testimonial to Success.

The Washington Cd. c. Star is said to be
about to begin the erection of a new $780,
900 newspaper building The Stars success
and growth have been marvellous and q
strictly up-to-date home will be a. fitting
testimonial.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

The antagonists to the idea Of selling
light wines and beer in the new library
building are alive to the difficulty which
sometimes arises in approaching food for
thought when there are liquid refreshments
about
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10


a boz
It is p for rel
. M
These goods being demonstrated first floor
stairway.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
Merchant
Tailoring

III al us DId1ICIIeS.
First-class work at moderate
prices.
Trousers-$4.oo and up.
Suits-$I4oo and up.
Overcoats-$I3.oo and up.
Perfect fitting garments guaran-
teed.
First floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

1t is thought that about all that will be
left of interest to memento seekers in Co
lumbus, Ohio, next week will be a col
lection of cast-off barrel slaves.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
SHOOTING STARS.
COuntfnH Hin.

Il don't mean to intimate" said Mr..
Meekton. that you want any more than
your share. But. supposing that women
were admitted to suffrage; what would you
do with your two votes?"
my two votes?'
"Yes. Yours and mine"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
The ssSOrOsis''
Shoe


With the new custom toe and full
English back stay-the new Shoe
for women. There is growing de-
mand for the common-sense style,
made on mems lasts. The most SEN
sible shoe ever made for women. 1t
combines the extreme of fashion and
the perfection of fit, common sense
and comfort.
The "Sorosis" Shoes have hand
sewed welts and hygienic cork soles.
$3.50 is the Price.
The best Shoe in America at the
price. They are ours for Washing
ton.
Second floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
With the New Year

Comes new ideas. The result of the thought, the
new impulse and the new force is seen here today i'm
the cieanest, freshest, most comprehensive assort=
ment of wantabe, up=to=date merchandise of amy
department store i'm this country.
The store is better today i'm every way than it has
ever been, and shall grow better every day, because
we shall never cease striving to make it So
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
His Prnnfsn

AND you will never think of letting me
puild the kitchen fre?" she said, as she
shook the rice out Of her parasol.
No. he answered, earnestly; II never
Will. II 1t becomes necessary, we'll move
tie stove out in the dining room"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

The manner In which estimates in Ohio
1uctuate both ways is enough to convince
the observer at glance that Mr. Grosvenor
is not exerting himself In that vicinity.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

This life ever merry,
Uncertain is, very
A gay politician once said.
Zone day I'm a sinner,
The next I'm a winner,
With halos all over my head"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

Mr.. Letter is still firm in his determina-
ton to show that wheat is much better
thing for young man to devote himself to
than wild oats.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

Possibly the disposition of some of the
Ohio Legislators to wobble is due to the
fact that they are beginners in the art of
balancing themselves on political machines
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

Senator Mason is still in an optimistic
mood concerning his plan Of convincing the
senators collectively that they talk too much
individually.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

Mr.. Bryan is undoubtedly one Of the men
VINO are ahead of their times. The only
date to which he pays attention is 1900.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

General Weyler has left nothing undone
which would tend to make his unpopular
ity unanimous
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
Woodward and LOthrOp.
10th, 18th and F SITS. N w.
Until further notice, store will close at S 80.

Diaries for ISSDainty little eerback for the shopping
bag pocket business diaries
2oc: to $I35 each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
Particulars Desired,

4 see those two pugilists are to have an
other encounter" said one sporting man.
Indeed!' responded the other. How is
1t to be; by rounds or paragraphs"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
Simply Elegant.
From the Atlanta Constitution.

With Greater New York In control Of
platform democrats and with Mr.. Waiter
son back in the party. we ought to have
q very elegant new year politically.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
The Umlaumdered Shirt Sale

ice occasion the srts uppying time
bought of
the few months eaun
IL OF
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
Famous, Yet He Avoid. Publicity.

From the Philadelphia Ledger.
Some men prefer publicity to profit. The
artist who engraved that admirable coun-
terfeit of the 800 silver certificate does
not.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
Sl.OO Ward.

Silk Warp Lansdowne, in
gray, red, navy, myrtle. cream,
maise, light blue, pink and
nile. Only our present stock
will be sold at
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
lNc. Yard.

54-inch Homespun Mixtures,
in a variety OF colors. Value
6oc.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
S 90 Yard.

The price will be SI.I5 later
on.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

Asurprising reduction
that will last for one
hour only.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
Lansburgh & Bro.
We Are Beginning
I'm Earnest Now

4 10 cut the prices on all Dress
\ Materials. If you have waited
I until now you have a good op-
: portunity to own your dress
!. at much less figure than you
could possibly have bought it
! for a few days ago. We are
about to take inventory and
!; wish to "cull' down the stock
before we begin.
: 4o-inch Atwood Camel's
Z Hair Matte, in dark gray, green,
brown and illuminated, reduced
{ from 4oc. to
!; 2Sc. Ward.
4I-inch Wool Storm Serge.
& IN blue. green, brown, olive,
4 etc, reduced from 25c. to
y. l9c. Yard.
4 54-inch Homespun Mixtures,
= IN a variety OF colors. Value
4 6oc.
)! S0c. Ward.
i
= 45-inch Two-toned Granite
: Sultlngs, in a variety of good
colors. Price cut from 75c. to
: SOC. Yard.
: 5o-inch Extra Fine Matte
and Granite Suitings, in blue,
4 green, brown, wine, etc. Worth
! GOO. yard.
4 Csc. Yard.
4 Amure Moscovietta, in old
= navy and marine blue, reseda,
}. olive and myrtle green, garnet,
tan seal, golden and Havana
Z brown, ~ inches wide.
!: soc. Yard.
Worth SI.Io.
. All of our Double-warp
French Drap d'Ete, in brown,
4 green, blue, etc, that is good
! value at so.
CT nm Mad
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
The MUSLIN Underwear Sale

In it
Its
andf knowing
II to
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

Tomorrow between the
hours OF 9:3o and 1890 am.
we will sell the famous style
ESQ c. B. a la Spirite Corset
for SOC, although the stipulat-
ed price is SI.oo. That you
may not be disappointed upon
making application for your
size we have mentioned the few
remaining sizes below:
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10
300. Ward.

45-inch Two-toned Granite
Sultlngs, in a variety of good
colors. Price cut from 75c. to
SOC. Ward.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

4I-inch Wool Storm Serge,
IN blue, green, brown, olive,
ETC., reduced from 25c. to
lNc. Yard.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

All of our Double-warp
French Drap d'Ete, in brown,
green, blue, etc, that is good
value at SI.5o.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-10

5o-inch Extra Fine Matte
and Granite Suitings, in blue,
green, brown, wine, etc. Worth
GOO. yard.
Csc. Yard.