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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

Probably no well-informed person in
Havana or Madrid. and certainly no we'll
informed person in this country, Is likely
to be misled by the kow-towing now In
progress over the ordering of the battle
ship Maine to Havana. 1t is ceremony
which appropriately goes with an ex-
tremely ticklish situation. But there still
remain the bald facts. easily to be recog-
nized and appraised, that Spanish author
ity. even in Havana, is all but overthrown,
that life there is not safe. and that wheth-
er Spain likes it or not she is forced to &C
cept outside assistance for the preserva-
ton of order. The Maine goes now. The
movement of the other ships of the squad
ron will depend on developments. They
will remain close by. and can easily be util-
lied for pressing emergency.
The President has rightly interpreted the
needs of the case. The risk was too great
longer to be taken. The shedding of a sim
gle drop of American blood in Havana by
a Spanish mob. after all the warning that
had been given. would have overwhelmed
not only the administration, but the coun-
try with shame and confusion. There will
be feeling of security now as to the
elsewhere in Cuba.
mistaken We seem to have been all along
in dealing with Spain about Cuba. First
came the question of General Weyler'
recall There was hesitation about even
indirectly pressing that point. Finally it
was done, indirectly and with extreme del
icacy. and Spain gave way. There was no
flare up.
Then came the question of Offering to
n,,IS of no
women and children whom General Wey-
Ter had penned up like beasts of the field.
That was delayed for fear of offending the
sensibiiities of Spain. Finally the offer
was made. and Spain jumped at it. She
even proposed to take charge of the contri-
buttons and distribute them to the VIC
. tins of her own unspeakable oppression,
Her sensibilities were not wounded even a
little bit
Now We have the order as to the Maine
For months pro-Spanish circles have
threatened appalling consequences at the
bare suggestion of such a thing Spain
would not hear of it. Such step, we
were assured, with look of great stern
ness, would be instantly resented. Has it
been? Senior de LONE approves of it.
Wanted to read the order, and manifested
curiosity about G.tails. but sees no offense
TO Spain in the step itself.
And so now. what offense to Spain could
there be in firm and polite representation
on the part of this government respecting
the bringing of the war in Cuba to an
early close? Spain knows that her cause
in the island is lost She knows the bank
rupt state of her treasury. the discomfort
of her troops. and the impending smash
Who shall say. therefore. in the light of
the history We have quoted. that she
would not really be glad of an interview
ton which would relieve her of her bur-
den?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

petent monarchy. Mr.. Blount labored like
a man who was following a chart, and
feared the consequences Of deviating by a
hairs breadth from its lines.
Speaking of his commissioner, Mr.. Cleve-
land says:
From what he told me- I was satisfied
that the part played by the United States
in the revolution was simply disgraceful.''
Undoubtedly. But Mr.. Cleveland was
satisfied before that. He would have
tried to overthrow the Dole government
without an investigation If he had dared.
But the scheme was 50 outrageous that he
felt 1t to be advisable to brace himself with
the pretense of inquiry and consideration.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25
SenntOf McCOmaa.

The Star congratulates the people of
Maryland on the action of the state legis-
lature today in electing Judge McComas as
United States senator. 1t likewise congrat-
uiates Judge McComas upon his election, as
well deserved and gratifying an honorable
ambition Judge McComas was from the
first the favorite candidate and had a eau
Gus been held early and a straight vote
taken h would unquestionably have been
the nominee. But the sudden move of the
Baltimore men to seek to force the seiec-
uCn of a senator from particular part of
the state. without regard to fitness or other
than merely geographical considerations,
necessitated careful campaigning. Judge
McComas gained from the start with a
steadiness that indicated without question
that he was logically the candidate de-
serving the united vote CT his party. Last
nights caucus cleared away the last ves-
tige of doubt and today's result was clearly
foIeshadowed by the practically unanimous
nomination OF Judge McComas after the
fashion that should have been adopted at
the beginning.
Judge McComas will take to the Senate
an unusual amount of legislative expert
cree. His service in the House during sew
eral terms developed his capacity and dem
onstrated his high abilities as a Represen-
tatiye and now that he has served III the
IL term on an important bench with
marked success it is to be expected that he
will prove one of the most serviceable SEN
ators Maryland has ever sent to Washing
ton The people of this city know him well
and feel toward him toward neighbor
and a fellow-tor nsman. They have been
Interested in his contest for the senator
ship now marked with such triumphant
success, and they will join The Star, with
out regard to party predictions. in offer
ing their heartiest congratulations.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25
An Engine of Peace.

An Engine OF Peace.
Oh, let not your mood be unhappy, good
Spain;
Our own is most calm and discreet.
We beg to explain that in sending the
Maine
Our souls are with kindness replete.
1t has oft been observed in the history of
men,
If chroniclers truly indite,
That if fellowship waivers a bit now and
then,
A battle ship may set it right.
So do not lay hands on your muskets and
drums,
Resenting our martial array.
You must not consider the vessel that
comes
AS aught but genial display.
Should our tempers be vexed we must now
think again
That we've got to DE friendly or fight
So. if fellowship waivers a bit now and
then,
A battle ship may set it right.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25
Greater New YOrk's Vote.
From Scribner's.

At the first election for mayor of Greater
New York, held in 1897. over 100000 votes
were cast. This exceeds the total vote fol
President in 1895 in the states Of Yer
mont Rhode Island, Delaware, South Caro-.
lima, Mississippi, Florida, Montana. North
Dakota, Idaho, Wyoming and Nevada
These states constitute in number one
fourth of the United States, and have q
representation of twenty-five in the SEN
ate; yet their combined voting strength
is less than that of a single municipality
contained wholly within the limits Of the
empire state.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25
China's Future.
From the London Mail.

The scramble for China is becoming in
fictitious. Austria is the latest candidate
for slice. As the real Chinese puzzle
when the diplomatic dust has been blown
away-is just a matter of finding an outlet
for surplus European products in the Chi
nese market, Austria's move is quite natu-
ambitions, and in certain directions she is
beginning to realize them. The Chinese
shopkeeper will soon have a varied assort-
ment Of commercial travellers to choose
from
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25
Hurt His Feelings,

I'm sorry" said Billy Bliven, but my
landlady is inclined to treat me very
ccolly.'
WELL be philosopher, and don't notice
her manner"
1t isn't her manner that object to- She
tur1s the heat Off from my room every
morning.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25
SHOOTING STARS.
1t DeDeusled.

Are you believer in the theory that to
the victors belong the spoils?'
That" replied Senator Sorghum, de
ponds entirely on whether or not 1 am one
of the victors."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

The naval officer who some time ago had
a peculiar experience with the points of the
compass will be gratitied to observe that
the first news of the Maine comes from
Havana instead of from the Canary Is
lands.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

His eyes shone wild. He babbled on
Like one with spectres haunted.
By chance he took reference book
And found just what he wanted.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

From the St. Louis Globe Democrat
In the Boston theaters lady wearing a
hat is handed a card bearing a copy of the
city ordinance. This idea is incomplete un-
less the man who spits on the floor or
otherwise annoys fellow playgoers, is hand
ed q similar hint,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

There is little doubt that Hawaii outside
the jurisdiction of this country would be-
come a constant political storm center.
There is nothing to be gained by leaving it
detached and irresponsible.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

Great Britain will doubtless excuse this
country from giving close attention to
Asiatic complications until urgent business
nearer home Is disposed Of.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

Ex-President Cleveland declares that ne
has been q misunderstood man. This is the
opinion freely expressed by many people
who voted for him in the past.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

Richard Croker has been SO used to hav-
irg his wishes complied with that he Is
beginning to lose sight of the fact that
there are limits to human possibility.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25
Lately.

Has young Mr.. Nairgo been to see you
lately?" said Maud
YES, replied Mamie, sadly; land the
worst of it is that he seems determined to
see me that way He didn't think of going
home yesterday evening until half-past II
O. clock."
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

Russell Sage and George Gould are each
intimating that there is much that the
other does Lot know. 1t must be said that
Mr.. Gould at least evinces disposition to
go ahead and learn.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25
Thoughtful.

There said the dentist, complacently
Il have made one man perfectly happy"
"Who is he?"
''Tne free silver advocate who was JUS
here. He won't give up his theories, so, il
order to please him, 1 fixed him UP will
sixteen silver filings and one of gold"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

1t is to be hoped that ex-President Cleve-
lands off hand remarks on Hawaii will not
have the effect of again unduly stimulating
the ambitions of LiliuOkalani.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

1t Is understood that the Navy Depart
ment's explanation of the Names Havana
trip was appropriately intended for the
marines.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25
''HanldOlime"
For the Complexion.

A delightful preparation
to preserve, soften and
beautify the skin. 1t is en-
tirely vegetable in its COM
position and beneficial in
ITS effects. Unlike many
toilet balms. it contains no
lead, bismuth, zinc or other
injurious substances. 2sc.
bottle.
0Nothing like Il for CHAPPED
HANDS AND FACE-and for gentle
men AFTER SHAVING, 20 prevent
soreness.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25
Unusual Men.

Big men and small men
have cause for congratula-
ton, just now.
Roc for 75c and 81 Dress Shirts,
open and closed fronts, plain
and plated. Doc because we have too
many small and Large sizes.
mems Corner. ........ .Paiais Royal
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

General Weyler is no doubt getting ready
to say Il told you So in connection with
Cuban affairs.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

General Bianco will presently refer to
reporters as gentlemen of the suppress"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25
They Prefer Moonshine.

From the Chicago Times Herald.
An Indiana man announces that he is
now In position to bottle sunshine.
Every loyal Kentuckian. however. will re-
gard this as a most shameless waste OF
bottles,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25
Basement Floor.

A Housefurnishing store on this
floor with stock valued at $4,000
Everything here-excepting trashy
goods. Special values are
Or for the usual SOC Wash Boilers. full size
AON and Of heavy tin. With cover.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

o. for the Gray Enameled Water Pals, hold
ATS ing 10 quarts. These are guaranteed to b
&c
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25
Second Floor.

OVNUVVW Il NUUN
$4,000 worth of Table Linens,
Bed Linens and everything coming
under the name of Housekeeping
Goods. Cash business, but lowest
prices.
SU 3 pair for $1.5O Quality Scotch Wool
Blankets. Extra weight and full To-
size.
SdNr pair for the usual 75c Colored Blankets. 9.
WV And CSC pair for the usual $1.25 Gray
Blankets.
S1 az for the Comforts filed with pure white
" lsOO cotton and covered with extra quality
satine. Good value at 81 .25.
E6N<, for the usual 75c Crochet Bed Spreads in
wv Marseilles patterns.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

50 Or for new 1913 China Toilet Sets. II
~6e>o 1898 shape. White and gold decora
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

60 On for the usual 3.25 English China Tea
%S'Ss Sets Of So pieces. Two shapes, deco
rated in thee ,olors
fSee above for second foor.)
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

MGO<, for lots that include 81 Gray Wool ant
WV 81 so White Wool Shirts and Drawers.
Soc for l.5O and 81 Red Flannel and Camel
ali Carr
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

A@n<, for choice Of a combination lot containing
wv 81 Red Flannel. 81 White Wool, ioc
Fleece-lined Merno. 75c White and Natural Merln9
Shirts and Drawers Mostly large Sizes but all
sizes In one style another
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25
Mems Garments.

O6n~ for the well-known SOC Warm Shirts and
A>S Drawers. Not all sizes in each style, but
u the combined lots.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-01-25

g n 'VdD for various lots OF 3 " MIC ana Nat-
y sH1 ural Wool Shirts and Drawers.
en- R6N for the So. % 'Harderfold'' Shirts and
" sOV Drawers made of lightweight WOOL
but double throughout, like garment over an
other . Only SOC for the 81 Abdominal Bands
G1 02 for s.. 80 Combination Suits-Shirt and
" ~ Drawers combined 50. % for the So
Suits. and $2.9S for the 81 Suits - the best
"Oreita' garments
Scranton Wochenblatt. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1865-1918, 1898-02-17

/ g " d
gmpftnbuns 70 ipenis ipifen, ipie aus,
seb0rrtsr Wiiitenfanb BON befrudtens
Dem Mairesen, ipenn iis ielbit aud
taum einmal i'm Sabr CUR Stride ging,
ba Der @ottesbienit fir iis INNER Su
friib anfing, bic 4ir6enitiible 5u bart
iparen, unb iie bic &ir9enluft ibrsr9e>
funbbeit nidt fir 5utrislid belt, fc
mar iie bod Der Weinuns. baB &ir9z
Ii9ieit unb Heligipn ettpas iebr 9utes
unb Tiibli6ss isi = fir anbsre. nnb
neil Tie ni9t fpubte. bab Der e9te
9laube tief i'm Sersen ippbnt unb fein
bobles 8lenbpert lit. nit benz man iid
bic Rebe auspubsn fam, 10 bate iie
fi9 eine Wlenge bo9trabenbsr Reben
unb fromm ilineenbsr Gitate ausses
ba9t, nit benen iie benz pfarrer aufs
ipdrten ipDllte.
60 boffte iis ben GERM Paftpr i4on
gu iiberaeussn. bab Spariamteit bic
erite unb bette Sugenb Rellps tperben
miiFe. limb bab in 8eaus auf oisis pors
nebme Gisenidaft bas iun9e MGb9en
fein beFsres 8orbilb finben tDnnte als
iie, bic Sante Sba, bas mubte ibr aud
Der bitterite 5einb lafen.
Scranton Wochenblatt. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1865-1918, 1898-02-17

Gin outer Gbemunn. n. -
SIe: rRidt pabr. t6enrer Mribur. 9u
lisbit mid bod anIridtis. unb i4 bin
Ssin sinsisss Slid uuf bieler grbeg"
: gr: rDu iueit mir bus 70 of. 9e'
liebts, baB = ids idlitbli9 ielbf
elaubel-
-Offsn. .Wesbolb tamea sic
benn midi su uniertm pidnida- -
.WH en- Sic. offen se5aei. ts fsblten
mir bic u6tbissn pidnidft.@
Scranton Wochenblatt. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1865-1918, 1898-02-17

iein. bas 10 f6fper 5u khanoeln ut
unb elmer 70 idtperen 3ufunft entss'
gsnsebt."
.Wenn iie aus Der S6tpei5 5uriids
tommt, muB iie bann fpirtli4 in bic
Gp9I9ule2" fraste 8eerenbui4.
.Rein. SieIes ni9t."
limb bic alte Sungfsr, bic Bis ieBt
unbebilfli6 bdseiefen bate, plabte
plDbli6 auf ipie eine pfinsitroie, inbem
ibr 9efiht ben bummen StolS elmer
ehten ,@pnenen" entfaltete. limb nit
Der reberlsssnbsit ii9 briiftenb, bic fie
bieIen drnitn 2euten ssgeniibsr gu be-
iiBen glaubte, iaste iie, bod suslei9
NIT einer eeipiNen unterpiirfistsit:
sd baIte es fir meine pflidt, Shs
nsn mitsutbeilen, baB bic @erbdltniiIe
Renps bod eGn5lidh aabere finb. sic
bat bon ibrer 9roBmutter. miitterlis
6erfeits = bic bon Ssiten bes @aters
finb lauter Sabenidtie = Elm Siemli4
bebeutenbes 8erm0gen seerbt. SD lam
tpobl Iaaen, runb :. eine Riaion.
Siefss S9psissn berridts, dls bi.s
lebte Wort auseefpro4en mar, bas in
ie6em 3uIammenbang, am nieifen abtr
In benz bes GelAs, sinen gefpiHen mds
ieItdtiI6en Slang bat. Siefes SdtDeis
atn berri9te, als in has Diirftis ttns
Ssri&tste. ip.lt.ntlss.us stuSirsimmsr
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15
Announcements,

To REyr-Nc- modern tenement of six rooms
on Harris place Inquire of joins puNLhNS'
Tailor. Hooker Block
DR.. Cariick. the chropodist will be at the
Brooks House Monday and Tuesday. April y
and rs He treats corns. bunions and ingrowng
ing nails.
Waterman fountain pens the best Full as
sortment at CLAPP JONES
To RENr-To an old couple or new coupe-a
tenement at No. 20 Chestnut street.
Marcus Ward & Co s Royal Irish linen station
cry at Clapp & Jones's.
To RENT Nice upstairs tenement of six
large rooms. A. G. BARNES, IS Prospect street
Beautiful framed pictures at low prices
CI-APP 6 JONES.
To REvT-Up-stairs tenement of five large
rooms at 80 Washington street; price S. G. b.
LAMsoN.
Two tenements.on High street So per month.
EUGENE CLARK.
WANTED "A millinery apprentice at once.
Mrs. G. H. SMITH.
For SALE-A surrey and harness. Both nearly
as good as new Enquire of REV THos. Gull.
GENERAL AGENcY-Read the advertisement
in another column. There's money in it.
Six rooms to rent in Devens's block, over Trip 5
store Enquire of Thomas Harmon, Brook st.
Have your pictures framed at Clapp 6 Joness.
Popular sheet music and books Strings for all
instruments and musical supplies at Clapp &
Jones's
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15
Improved Mail Service Between This
Village and West BrattIebOrO.

Postmaster General Gary has ordered
the service on star route No. 3l07, from
West Brattleboro TO Brattleboro, to be dis
continued after tomorrow and he has
authorized transportation of mails by the
Brattleboro street railroad from next Mon
day. There will be four round trips on
week days and one round trip on Sundays.
This order is the result of an agitation which
was started year and half ago. At
that time the experiment of having the
mail carried by the electric road was made
and the railroad company lodged with the
department a bid for the business. The
company made no charge for their services
while he experiment was being made and
at its close the business was returned to
". l.. Walker. Mr.. Walker makes two
round trips a day The improved service
afforded by the railroad was appreciated
by the patrons of the West Brattleboro
post-otfice and many expressions of regret
were made when it was discontinued. The
patrons are now pleased over the prospect
of return of the improved service, which
will be permanent. The change is made
in accordance with the established rule of
the department to transfer the service from
the star or stage route to the railroad
wherever a star route and railroad run
parallel with each other.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15
ATTEND THE CAUCUS,
support Old Board of BaiIiTs.

The Caucus WIN he Held at the Town
Hall Next Wednesday Evening
There is Movement TO Down the
BRiliTs because Of Their Activity In
Fighting the Liquor TraGic.
The Republican and Democratic town
committees have issued a call for citizens
caucus to be held at the town hall next
Wednesday evening, April 20, at 1870 p.
NJ, for the purpose of placing in nomina-
ton suitable persons for officers of the vii
lage, required by law to be elected at the
annual meeting, to be held May B.
Every citizen who upholds the course of
the present board of bailiffs ought to be
present at the caucus. The men nom-
mated in the caucus are likely to be elected.
There is a strong movement on foot to
down the present bailiffs. That they have
conducted the affairs of the village in a
business-like and satisfactory way is not
denied, but it is understood that the oppo-
sition to them comes because of their ac-
tivity in attempting TO suppress the liquor
traffic. Their work against the brewery
hulsdlCc has oeeH fearless ana persistent,
and there is good ground for believing that
if sustained and continued it can be made
effective in stopping that traffic in the end.
There is no doubt that the work of the
board in this respect is strongly endorsed
by the public sentiment of the village, and
it is for the voters to come out to the eau
Gus and make the fact apparent. The op-
ponents of the present board will be on
hand in force and well organized. The
only way TO meet this effectively is for each
individual voter, who wishes to see the
moral standard of the village maintained,
to attend the caucus. 1t is not a question
Of men, or of personal choice but of en-
dorsing the work and the principles which
the men represent.
There is another point to be considered
beyond that of looking after the liquor
traffic. Important business matters on
behalf of the village will require action the
coming year 1t is not doubted that the
active members of the present board are
capable, levelheaded and well-experienced
men. and they can be depended on to take
good care of the interests of the village in
these matters.
Vermont phÅ“nix. [volume] (Brattleboro, Vt.) 1834-1955, 1898-04-15
Prof. VIM. Il. CIark's Important Work
in Maryland.

The Maryland legislature has Just en-
larged the powers of the state geological
survey, of which Prof. VIM. l.. Clark of
Johns Hopkins University is in charge, by
making provision for a typographical sur
vey of the state and also for the investiga-
tion of the question of proper road con
struction. The latter act calls for the in
vestigation of and report upon the char
acter and distribution of the natural road
building materials in the several counties
and full statement regarding the present
condition of the roads and the best means
for their improvement, with estimates of
cost for construction, repairs and main
tenance. Prof. Clark is given power by
the commission to employ such engineers
and assistants as needed The present
legislature has appropriated $4,000 for the
maintenance of the geological survey dur
ing the next two years. Such universal
approval has been accorded by the people
and press of the state to the survey that
the act passed both houses unanimously.