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Evening star., 1898-01-12

Failure stares him in the face. And when
failure is demonstrated, what is to save
him? To whom shall he then turn? To the
Sagasta ministry? 1t sacrificed General
Weyler for failure. Will 1t be likely to
spare or shield him In his sad hour?
Moreover, a fact which Of itself must
prove very discoura ging to General Blanco
he is the last button on Jobs coat. When
he fails Spain Is done for. She must then
make arrangements to abandon Cuba, and
that will be bitter day for those Spanish
soldiers in the island who have thought
themselves able to cope with the insur-
gents. The humiliating duty will deyolve
upon General Blanco of furling the last
Spanish nag to wave over Spanish territory
on this side Of the Atlantic. General Wey-
ler. meanwhile, though defeated, too, will
be comforting himself with the thought
that had he bat been permitted to push his
policy to the full extent of his desire the
Cuban people not in arms would have been
completely exterminated.
Evening star., 1898-01-12
The Farce of Autonomy.

In the course OF his latest letter to The
Star from Havana, printed today, Mr.. Pep
per indicates how hollow is the pretense
that Spain is giving an autonomous gov
ernment to Cuba. He shows that the in
vestIture of the so-called cabinet with
shadewy power is thus far a mere matter
Of house furnishing. while the administra-
ton rsfra!ns from fixing any date for the
election of the legislators who are to pass
laws for the government of the island
as far they please the governor general
appointed by the queen regent. 1t is plain
from what Mr.. Pepper is told by officials
that the administration at Havana does
not propose to hold an election until 1t
can be assured Of a majority. AS soon
as 1t knows that it will be able TO name
positively those legislators who may be
relied upon to act as the government die
tates. then proclamation for an election
is possibly to be expected. The farce that
Is being enacted at Havana will fool no.
body in this country, even though that
seems to be it's sole purpose.
Evening star., 1898-01-12
Why We Need d Navy.


Asst. Secretary Roosevelt in Gunton's Magazine.
One of the penalties Of desiring to speak
ones mind Is that the man so speaking 1t
must be ready to back up his words by
acts, unless he is willing to find himself in
peculiarly humiliating position. This ap-
plies just as much to a nation as to an in
dividual. Therefore, If a nation desires any
weight in foreign policy of any knd-that
is, even II 1t desires only a guarantee that
no foreign nation will adopt toward it
hostile policy-then it must possess the
in the case of a nation whose interests in
foreign affairs are concerned primarily with
powers touching it by land, this means that
1t must be ready to face invasion by land
or, in case of necessity, itself to invade by
land. If, as In the case of the United
States, there Is no great military empire
abutting on the country in question, then it
must look primarily to its navy as the
means for carrying out any policy on
which 1t has resolved. The United States
has on one side Mexico, on the other Can
ada. Canada. it is true, is part Of one of
the greatest empires in the world; but the
British empire, though it has ever been fer
tile in able generals and gallant soldiers
nevertheless owes its high standing pri-
marily to it's navy; and in the very unlikely
the United States the British forces in Cam
ada, and the American navy on the ocean,
would be almost equally at d disadvantage.
Aside from Great Britain, however, prac-
tically every other nation which could by
any possibility have trouble with us would
have to meet us at sea- This of course
means that If the United States is to have
any foreign policy whatsoever it must pos
sess a thoroughly efficient navy.
Evening star., 1898-01-12
An Open Winter.

The mildness of the present season is
almost unprecedented. January is about
half over and there has been practically
no snow and very little cold weather.
The temperature has been exceptionally
stable, with few fluctuations, and the
cold snaps have lasted but a short time.
1t Is as though the climate had changed.
1t Is not to be expected, however, that
this mildness will continue throughout the
winter, for it Is the record here that the
severest weather comes in the latter part
OF the winter season and often as late as
March. There have been many violent
storms in March that have brought in
tense cold and much snow. But it Is fair
to presume that there will not be any
continuous stretch Of hard winter weather
this year. for even If the elements should
begin their onslaught at once they would
be most unlikely to keep up an uninter-
rupted assault until the spring. So 1t is
probable that the winter of 1913 will be
marked for its "softness," and doubtless
In years to come people with good memo
ries will tell of the remarkable open
weather of the season that is now passing
The course of the remainder of the season
will be watched with the more interest
because of the extraordinary character OF
the weeks that have already elapsed.
Evening star., 1898-01-12
The Result ut COlumb bus,

The bitter fight in Ohio for the United
States senatorship ends today with the VIC
tory of Mr.. Hanna. the logical candidate,
named formally by his party in state con-
vention and practically elected by the peo-
pie at large in November That there was
any doubt whatever of his actual election
by the legislature then chosen was due to
the development Of treachery on the part
of few personal antagonists of the candi-
date Yesterdays events foreshadowed Mr..
Hanna's election clearly. but SO uncertain
were the conditions at Columbus SO abnor-
NAL was the situation, that it was not an
absolute certainty that changes might not
occur in the standing of the legislators be-
fore the formal contamination of the cleo
tion today. 1t is fortunate for good gov
ernment that Mr.. Hanna has won. 1t is a
victory for the administration, for the
cause Of sound money and for good faith
in politics rather than for the candidate
personally
Evening star., 1898-01-12
CrOker's Absolute DictatOrshfD.

The absolute domination Of Richard
Croker over the affairs of the enlarged
metropolis was shown yesterday by the
submission of the Eew municipal assembly
to his dictation. That body met for the
first time since its creation by the consoli-
dation law. which took effect with the new
year. Under ordinary circumstances a leg
islative assembly Of this nature would have
proceeded without delay to effect an organ
ization and to dispose of the important
elected by Tammany votes and subject to
the will and the whinl of the Tammany
boss Nothing was done because no word
was received from Mr.. Croker as to what
to do. The rembers waited in embarras assed
fashion for sCme time, undetermined as to
their proper course OF action, until at
length a message was received from MIR.
Croker saying that he had not yet COM
pleted his list of the commit tees of the
assembly. This was the signal for adjourn
nent and tie body accepted 1t without
demur. Thus it is made plain beyond ques-
ton that Mr.. Croker will not only run the
new mayor by dic.ating his appointments
and the policies of his Office, but he will
also run the municipal assembly. appoint
ing its committees and doubtless control
ling without dispute its course of legisla-
tive action. There has never been any
question since Mr. Croker's return but that
in the event of democratic success in the
city in November he would be the supreme
boss, but 1t was not anticipated that he
would manipulate te mayor, subordinates and
legislators so openly and braZenly as he
has started out to do.
Evening star., 1898-01-12
The Demonstration of the spoiIsmen.


The collapse of the anti-civil service cam
paign in the House was to have been ex-
pected. 1t would have been surprising if
the efforts Of the enemies of the merit
sy stem had prevailed to exclude from the
legislative appropriation bill the necessary
allowance for the civil service commission.
Such action would be futile In all likeli-
hood the Senate would promptly have re-
stored the item and insisted upon it's reten-
ton in the bill. But If the bill so amended
had passed both houses, and the President
tical would have been accomplished. The
civil service law would still be on the
statute books, it's full force unimpaired its
effect still felt in the barring of incom-
petents from public office. True, the in
come of the commission would fail, but 1t
is not to be doubted that the work neces
sary to the administration would go on
thus merely creating a deficiency that Con-
gress would be legally bound to supply at
the next session. The passage of specific
measure modifying the scope of the civil
service rules is now proposed Bills are on
the calendar for the absolute repeal of the
these will be confidently urged. There is
no objection to be raised to a clear fight on
the definite lines of a modification of the
laws application, but that cause cannot
have been aided by the demonstration of
inefficiency that closed yesterday. when the
advocates of the proposition failed even to
call for record vote on the amendment
to the legislative bill.
Evening star., 1898-01-12

1t Is announced as practically certain
that the New York elevated roads are to
be equipped at an early date with cleo
tricity- This proposition has been made
before and denied. but late happenings in
Metropolitan elevated affairs have tended
TO bring the matter of a change of power
to focus. George Gould has been taking
hold OF the management more directly
while Russell Sage is being slowly but
surely forced out Of active participation In
the administration of this great property.
This change in direction is said to forecast
change in methods. The patronage of the
elevated roads has fallen off during late
years at a rate that has startled the stock
holders and directors. The surface roads
have been furnishing a far better service
than before The Introduction Of the un-
derground electric system has contributed
TO the result. As long as the rapid transit
tunnel scheme was a possibility the ele-
waited roads were not disposed to go to
the heavy expense Of electrical equipment
estimated as high six millions-but the
advent of the new Tammany administra-
ton has been marked by a discourage
ment OF the rapid transit plans AL
most coincidental with the utterances of
Mayor Van Wyck In favor OF compelling.
the elevated roads to improve their plant
and extend their lines the suggestion of
electrical installation Is revived with as
surances of sincerity. The spectacle of
ateam locomotives rushing through the up
per regions Of city streets. emitting smoke
and dust and making a deafening noise, Is
not compatible with the ideal OF a modern
Evening star., 1898-01-12
Our Commerce in the Orient.
From the Louisville Courier,Journal.

The opening of Japan and China is bound
to increase the commercial Importance Of
for its grain and its manufactures. 1t be-
came known only a few months ago that
Japan was taking largely our wheat and
-four, and an order has come for 5OO,000
barrels of -four from Hong Kong. AS the
northwest Is so much nearer Asia than any
other great agricultural region it would
seem that the substitution Of wheat for
rice, which must come with the develop
ment of China and Japan, solves the future
Of its grain growers.
The west and northwest are now leading
every other part of the United States in
real prosperity, and there is no one to
grrdge them their good fortune.
Evening star., 1898-01-12
The Maryland Legislative Alliance

The Star yesterday indulged in some
observations on the legislative situation in
Maryland. with special reference to the
United States senatorship, using the Ohio
situation for illustration to point out like
nesses and differences. But, in the one
case as in the other, important as the
senatorial question undoubtedly is, it is
unfortunately not the whole question The
combination that has been effected between
the boiling republicans and the democrats
oOmprehends much more than the influence
ing OF the legislatures choice for Senator
The Maryland house has practically been
organized by the democrats, who stand to
the organization In the proportion OF forty
one 70 e.even. The power of the speaker
10 but one-fourth republican. Three-fourths
OF 1t has been conferred upon him by dem
ocrats Does anybody suppose that a
speaker SO chosen will fail to recognize
the source OF his power? Is it likely that
the democrats voted in the speakership
contest simply for their health? They are
shrewd fellows. who are acting under the
inspiration of a master of political fnesse
and he will show them. if they are not
able to discern for themselves, what theiI
services are worth as the game progresses.
These bolting republicans seek to justify
themselves upon the plea that they are act
Ing for the best interests of Baltimore.
But are they? Can they segregate the
interests of Baltimore in this way without
injury both to the city and to the party?
Ihey were elected as republicans, and the
mandate Of the people carried with it in
structions for republican control in the
interests Of all. All republican differences
should have been settled within the party
For few republicans to desert their party
anc go over to the democrats was to vio-
late the express terms of their election.
They went over to the democrats. The
democrats did not come to them. They
are the tail. and the law of nature will not
be violated in this case. The dog will
vag the tail.
Have these gentlemen forgotten how even
Mr.. German wrecked himself on this shoal:
Do they not recall how he played Baltis
more against the state? Have they no
recollection of the Raisin machine and how
it grew out of the German policy Of max
ing special play for the city? Are these
gentlemen ambitious to establish a
chine which shall attempt in the name OF
republiCanism in Baltimore what was ac-
complshed by the Raisin machine in the
name of democracy? If republican pol
Icy cannot be devised by the men elected
to Office as republicans capable Of bene-
fitting city and state alike, then the re-
publican party in Maryland is doomed to
failure. Then. Mr.. German has but to
fold his HANDS and walt for his opponents
to destroy themselves.
Evening star., 1898-01-12

metropolis. The elevated roads are neces-
sary in New York to relieve the surface
congestion unless underground service is
supplied. Such service, it would seem, Is
now beyond reasonable expectation. The
problem, therefore, Is to reduce the nui-
sance of the elevated service to a mini
mum. Electricity would certainly remove
many Objectionable features. 1t would pre-
vent the cinders and SCOT that now dis
color the fronts of houses, soil furniture
and clothing, ruin carpets and affect the
eyes and tEroats of residents along the
right of way. 1t would probably reduce
the noise of the onrushing trains as well.
But in addition it would favorably affect
the companys balances, notwithstanding
the tremendous cost of the initial installa-
ton.
The economy of electric transit mas been
amply demonstrated. and 1t is indeed a
fair expectation that in few years the
electric motor will begin to supplant the
heavy locomotive on the great trunk lines
In inter-city transit. Some such beginnings
have already been made. but not to the ex-
clusion Of the steam engine from long runs.
Washingtonians are well contented with
the conditions here prevalent, that do not
call for such solutions Of the rapid transit
The city's area is such as to reduce the
difhculties Of transportation to minimum,
whereas in New York the configuration Of
the inhabited region is a material draw
back In the handling of large masses of
people. Even with such a population as
New York. it is to be doubted whether
Washington, with Its amplitude Of spread
Ing space and its freedom form natural
boundaries near the center of activity.
would ever be forced to the distressing ex-
pedient Of running trains in the air upon
obstructive. disfiguring, noisy structures in
order to furnish local rapid transit. The
elevated roads of the capital, both for trunk
lines of steam railway and for local rapid
transit. il any may ever be necessary for
the latter purpose. should be built not on
the Objectionable New York model, but in
reproduction Of the Berlin masonry via
duct, with the space under the almost
noiseless tracks utilized by buildings for
business purposes.
Evening star., 1898-01-12
just Reduced.

A lot of Boys White Merino Drawers, in sizes
to II years.
From Sc. and 75c. to soc.
Also a small lot Of women's "Munsing' Com
bination Suits in white and natural
From $2.oo to $I.5o.
From S265 to $2.25.
Also our remaining stock of Chill
dren's Leather Leggins.
Reduced from ST IS, $I.75, $2.oo and
$3.50 to $I.oo.
First floor.
Evening star., 1898-01-12
January Sale of
Housefurnishings.

Every few days during this month
will show unusual offerings in China
and Housefurnishings. Manufacture
ers in taking stock find odd lots
which they are glad to sell us at de-
cided price reductions. Our Janu-
airy customers will reap the benefit.
Tomorrow offer an unusual attraction in the
shape Of 80 d3zen extra strong and heavy Willow
especial attention to the smaller size we offer at
the very low price of
30c. each.
Gas Torch Special.
We offer one crate of new, bright finished Taper
Holders and Gas Key combined. with choice
wooden handles at the extremely low price OF
I0c. each.
Complete with box of 80 tapers, FAC.
Hamper Special
low Hampers, with wooden bottoms. at the low
price OF
SIPS each.
Garbage Pals.
We offer one lot Of strongly made Galvanized
Iron Garbag. Pals a Size complete
35c. each.
Incandescent Gas Lights.
We are headquarters for the best
American Incandescent Gas Lights
and requisites. We invite an in
spection of our stock, and call es-
pecial attention to the low prices we
are now quoting:
Best American Gas Lights put up in cr ~
your house Tor. ......-..-.-.-----.-...--
Best ''Teutonc'' Gas Lights. put up In srr
your house for. ....-.-......-........... ~
Nantes for American Gas Lights. ....... Ssc'
Incandescent Lamp Chimneys. AoN'
Incandescent Lamp Shades. es............... ~
Incandescent Lamp Reading Shades. ~
Incandescent Lamp Eye Shields. .......... Ao~'
Incandescent Lamp Micas for chimney. Ao~'
Every house in Washington
should use Incandescent Lights.
They not only improve the light, but
reduce the gas bill nearly half.
Fifth door.
Evening star., 1898-01-12
Jardiniere
Stands.

We have just received new and
very attractive line of Jardiniere
Stands, in oak, mahogany and the
new and fashionable green finish.
novelty H. this line is a Stand oddly shipped
with brass rail around the top-oak mahogany and
green finish The brass rail is Ornamental and
also keeps the tardiniere from falling OF.
These are $500 each.
Several other styles, ranging in price from
25c. to SI.0o each.
We also show several pretty styles Of Tables
in oak and mahogany finish, and call especial
attention to line OF Oak Tables-sizes 16xl&,
20x2o and 24124-at
75c., ST 90 and SI.25 each.
Eourfh floor
Evening star., 1898-01-12
A lingo Chance.
From the London Mail.

From the London Mail.
TIE lingo party in America have the
chance Of their lives. Two gallant u. s.
sailors have been murdered in Japan. Now
II two German missionaries are equal to
province and port, two sailors should be
worth at least half Japan. For, after all,
sailors cost money and missionaries moth
Ing
Evening star., 1898-01-12
| |WOrl1en's
Boots

For Walking, Skating, Bicycling,
etc. We are now showing the latest
and most satisfactory STYLES of Wo-
mems Boots for winter street wear
and pastimes, and call attention to
the following excellent values in
high-class goods:
Skating Boots heavy kid. o inches high heavy
extension soles, made latest improved @, -
Bicycle Boots Of soft vici kid egg toe fmproved
last, very stylish and perfect mt q, 90
uhe ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. pt.oO
Walking Boots Of best box calf heavy extension
soles. egg toe, military heel-an ideal win q :
ter walking boot ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. p4.Oc
Patent Leather Eutton Boots, excellent
stock. egg toe-yery dressy ............... SR!oO
We are the Washington agents for the ''Sorosis''
Shoe-the ideal Shoe for Women-ask TO see it,
Second floor.
Evening star., 1898-01-12

Tammany is endeavoring to pave the way
to future success by announcements of
good intentions. 1t is notorious that good
intentions are a very doubtful paving ma
terial.
Evening star., 1898-01-12

King George of Greece is in danger of
dropping into total obscurity unless some
patent medicine firm secures his picture
and starts him anew in the paths of fame.
Evening star., 1898-01-12

Mr.. George Fred Williams has been max
Ing speeches in Colorado. He finds it easier
to argue with people who have already
been convinced on his side of the question.
Evening star., 1898-01-12

The only hope for political harmony in
Ohio is that it may develop when there is
nothing of Importance on hand to render it
useful.
Evening star., 1898-01-12
Fresh Air.

IL think" said the physician to the new
patient. that what you need Is fresh air"
A worried look swept over the patient j
face.
Great Scott! he exclaimed. "Are my
bicycle tires fiat again?"
Evening star., 1898-01-12
Insurance..
From the Chicago Inter-ocean.

1t costs Uncle Sam a little matter of
s., 100000 to keep his warships trimmed
and in order. But that is not a very heavy
insurance. The millennium Is not here vet.
and a nation that won't fight and hold it.
self ready to defend its homes will be
quickly Chinasd.
Evening star., 1898-01-12

Weyler refuses to be convinced that
Bianco is the better general. He points
to the press dispatches and invites COM
parison.
Evening star., 1898-01-12

The German emperors rule appears to
be When in doubt play a warship."
Evening star., 1898-01-12

Corbett has offered Fitzsimmons $35, 900
to fight him. The latter will probably re-
gard this as an insulting effort to bribe
MIN.
Evening star., 1898-01-12

Mr.. Foraker and Mr.. Hanna can meet on
the floor of the Senate and shake hands
as usual
Evening star., 1898-01-12
Flannel
Department

Offers the following unusually good
values in Skirt Patterns, Embroid-
cred Flannels and Eiderdowns:
shrunk Flannel Skirt Patterns. some embroid-
cred, some with borders-a variety Of colcrs.
$I.oo to $2Oo each.
500 yards White Flannels, embroidered in q
number of choice and pretty designs-an excellent
quality.
soc. yard.
27-inch Eiderdown, in cream and all desirable
colors.
25c. yard.
Second floor.
Evening star., 1898-01-12
A Theater Thought.

He loves the birds, the merry birds.
But oft he's wishing that
They would not grow those feathers large
To trim a lady's hat.
Evening star., 1898-01-12
SHOOTING STARS.
A Candid AvOwal.

What are your friends sentiments on
civil service?' inquired Senator Sorghums s
acquaintance.
He can't tell yet" was the reply. HE
doesn't know whether he is going to get
the place he is after or not"
Evening star., 1898-01-12

Upholstery Department Tomorrow.
100 pairs dainty White Rlffled nsEin Curtans==new
and choice goods.
5000 Pair. The Regular Price is $500.
nar
Evening star., 1898-01-12

You have him beaten, SO you say"
They said, with some detection;
But tell US, will he stay that way
Till after the election?"
Evening star., 1898-01-12
Spring
Underwear

For women is arriving daily. Spe-
cial attention is called to the new
Swiss Ribbed Corset Covers to be
worn with tailor-made suits.
Jersey fitting Corset Covers, with darts, espe-
cfally for wear with tailor suits: high eoo
low neck and no sleeves. Each. SOS'
Jersey Ribbed Cotton Corset Covers, high neck
and long sleeves-for early spring wear. 6oIc
Each. ......................o o<zS'
Swiss Ribbed Light Wool Corset Covers,
high neck, long short sleeves - black,
Enise Eais and ~ natural gray: $1.25 and ST 40
Evening star., 1898-01-12
Consolation In Defeat.

They praise the man." he murmured
"Who
An office high would win,
And finds himself as poor at last
AS when he first went in.
Then how much greater is my fame.
l find. somewhat sore hearted,
have no office and my cash
Is less than when l started"