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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08

Ere yesterday destroyed property worth
several thousand dollars at the river front
and menaced many more thousands. This
is the latest of a series of CONGREGATIONS
among the ramshackle structures that dis
figure the water edge of the city. When
similar buildings We're destroyed a few
months ago the Commissioners granted a
permit to rebuild in frame. Protests were
entered and the work was suspended and
later resumed when the Commissioners
found that their hands We're tied in the
case n peculiar condition underiies this
anomalous state of affairs. The entire
strip of territory between the northern edge
of Water street and the tide line of the
river is in legal controversy. The govern
ment claims the title. while the occupants
resist this claim. The case, after dragging
it's tedious way through the courts for
many years, has finally reached the last
stage, the decision of the United States Su-
preme Court alone standing between un-
certainty and certainty. The cour. has adj
journed for the summer vacation, and thus
decision can not be rendered before an
tumn.
In consequence of this dispute the au-
thority of the local officials over this strip
of ground has never been clearly estab-
lished. and hence the fire limits have
not been extended beyond the northern
edge of Water street. Inasmuch as
the title of the occupants may at any time
be swept AWAY, 1t has been impossible,
or at least it would be inequitable. to COM
pei them to erect permanent structures on
this land. and they have continued to MAIN
tain shanties and sheds. A few OF the oc..
eupants have kept their holdings I'm fair
condition. but the majority of the struc-
lures have long been a disgrace to the city.
The commerce of the Potomac Is not SO
extensive as to warrant such expensive
and elaborate constructions along the river
front as mark many of the foreign munich
paities bordering upon shores Of rivers,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
PENNSYLVANIA,

The anti-Quay republicans of Pennsylva-
MA are again in revolt against the Senator
and threatening him with overthrow. He
has everything at stake this year. He has
Just named the republican candidate for
governor. and the Legislature to be chosen
will elect his own successor to the Senate
1t is understood that he is anxious to sue
coed himself in that body. The contest
therefore. both sides promises to be
waged with unusual earnestness and yieor
vote for Stone for governor will prac-
ticaly be vote for Quay for Senator
While If the opposition can effect the proper
combinations it ought to secure both the
state ticket and the senatorshp
But such combinations will be difficult
The democracy will put up ticket and
ask the anti-Quay republicans to support
it. But the democracy. of Pennsylvania is
committed TO the Chicago platform, and on
that platform went two years ago to over
whelniinS defeat at the polls. viii it in
dorse that platform in state convention this
year? Mr.. Quay has made some expression
on national issues necessary, because at
the convention which he controlled the ST.
Louis platform was Endorsed to the letter.
BY putting UP a state ticket on the Chicago
platform, therefore, the democracy would
ask the anti-Quay republicans to accept
principles more repugnant to them than
the personal leadership they are anxious to
throw off.
A union of the opposition is absolutely
essential to success. Mr.. Quay with his
machine can defeat divided forces. The
only hope of defeating him, therefore,
would appear to be in an independent
movement, pitched in the key of state af-
fairs and state reforms, and smacking In
no particular of politics There are many
excellent and earnest men in Pennsylvania
who not only desire new order of things
but consider that its Inauguration Is abso-
luteiy necessary to the welfare of the state
They complain that the ring rule has had
blShting and demoralizing influence on
all state affairs. and declare that for the
common good it ought to be brought to an
end.
Why not put up ticket selected without
regard to politics from the opposition, and
leaving the national issues to the Congress
districts. make the state fight on the needs
of the state for better government? If the
opposition plants itself on the Chicago
platform it will simply play into Mr.. Quays
hands
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08

volunteer army involved hecculean labors.
The equipment of this vast force was ex-
ceptionally difficult The problems to be
met in the campaign We're entirely new.
The ordinary military costume was map
propriate for the climates in which ths I'M
seasoned soldiers were to fight The pro-
vlsioning Of the companies, regiments, bril-
gades, divisions and corps, still keeping in
mind the climatic reQuireme nts, has re-
quired I vast expenditure of energy and
much far-seeing calculation. The popular
notion has seemed TO be that the mere *
istence OF the money and the credit behind
the money in hand was sufficient to over
come all obstacles. Something more than
money and credit has been required. Time
has been absolutely necessary. The means
of transportation have had to be supplied.
In many cases the vessels chosen required
refitting to render them suitable for their
purposes. The task has been of vast pro-
portions and the results are such as to
make every thinking American who has
looked at all into the case proud of the ma
ton Criticism should give way to praise
in view of the obstacles that have been and
are being steadily overcome. Instead of
adverse comments on the present agents of
government let there be expressions of hope
that the lesson of unpreparedness that is
SO pointedly taught by the passing events
will be thoroughly learned by the Con-
crosses that are to meet in the future and
pass upon the needs of the republic.
The war was declared barely eight weeks
ago In that time much has been done,
many great events have been taken place,
Including the destruction of the Spanish
hset in Manila. Thu time may have seemed
long to some, crowded as it has been with
activities, but in proportion to the task be-
fore the government it has been very short
indeed. In view of what had to be done the
achievements of the Administered ton in these
psst eight weeks have been marvels of en-
Ell getic application.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
A Compelling Cause.


The American government must heartily
wish now that 1t had used due diligence In
building the Nicaragua canal, or helping
private company to build 1t. Its squadrOns
Ia the Atlantic and in the Pacific are with
out any means of rapid and effective union.
and they can only meet in any way by
making the long and tedious passage round
Cape Horn. Spain has settlements in both
oceans, and therefore IL she could establish
even a brief maritime supremacy, she
would have her choice of points Of attack
on both the eastern and western ssaboards
of the United States. The project has long
hung fire. the United States having hither-
TO been more concerned in preventing the
piercing OF tho isthmus 10y other powers
than in doing the work on ITS own account
But a government commission Is now
studying the whole question. and the Pres
ident Is awaiting its report This means,
Of course. that 10 possible circumstances
can the canal be finished for use In the
present war. But the war will be the COM
peliing cause OF the canal for all that and
when the work Is done II will changc the
commercial and perhaps the military sstu-
alton OF the whole world.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
4 Legacy of Unprcparedness.

Those who herats the administration for
It's failure TO Instantly complete the invest
ment Of Cuba and Porto Rico have failed
utterly 10 understand the proportions of the
undertaking. Some where on the long lin,
of responsibility for the present conditions
tho blame can perhaps be pointedly at
tached by the discriminating historian. but
II viii not rest upon those who are now in
charge Of tie enterprise. Their misfortune
was to inherit legacy OF unpreparedness.
II came from The past, from no one person
In particular. Perhaps II ii were TO be To-
Called II might he said 10 come from a
short-sigtrted Congress. But whatever the
first cause. whoever may be the direct ac-
countaole agent for the existing necessities
and failures. 1t remains true that tn, max
ing OF ar army out of the insufficient. mate
rails at hand ard within immediate reach
has been a gigantic undertaking not to be
accomplished within a few Gays. o. even q
few weshs. The recruiting o. the regular
army placed In those ranks n large percent
age OF untried EaSI The o.Ea=ixa too o. 9
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08

The result in Oregon is n distinct and
emphatic sound money triumph. The issue
and the combinations We're made before
the war with Spain began. On the one side
were the free silver democrats. the free
silver republicans and the populists. On
the other side were the sound money men.
the republicans with ticket in the field
and gold democrats giving it support with
out formal Endorsement. The campaign
was brisk on both sides. and the vote polled
was heavy. The majorities are the largest
obtained in the state in ten years.
1t proved impossible for the free silver
leaders to renew interest in their issues of
two years ago. And naturally. The con-
ditions were altogether different. The cry
of hard times was no longer available, be-
cause hard times nave ceased TO exist. The
people OF Oregon sharing good times
with the rest of the country. Prices, and
particularly for farm products. have all
gone up. and dollar wheat has shed its
blessings throughout Oregon as elsewhere.
The whole Bryanite argument with respect
10 silver and prices had been disproved. and
a Bryant defeat followed in the very
ture Of things. With the props knocked
out. the Bryanite platform. by the law of
gravitation. came to the ground.
The soUpJ money men. on the other hand,
were SlIGAStHtiitC Oy lHt luililllileut VI
both the prophecies and the promises they
had made in the campaign of 1896. Times
had improved with national sound money
triumph. and the administration they had
called to power had redeemed the cam
paign pledges revision of the tariff
protection lines, effort to effect an in
te=national agreement as to bimetalism and
an earnest endeavor 10 reform the cur
Tency. all testified 10 TIE sincerity and the
capacity Of the sound money leadership
And Oregon. by a pronounced majority,
voted TO sustain that leadership.
But at the very time this decision is rem
dered. Congress is asked. out of consdera-
ton for supposed western sentiment, to
add forty-two million dollars of silver to
the currency. and in Pennsylvania, a cita-
del of business enterprise and prosperity
the democratic party has deposed it's sound
money member of the national committee
and appointed in his place man VINO in
dorSes without reservation the whole Chi
cago platform Well may Mr.. Harrity take
his medicine without a grimace, and even
with comfort
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
Isolated Spnniurds,

Spain's collection of bottled-up command
ers is getting large that perhaps the
pcpuiace ut home may begin to demand
active measures for their relief. Blanco is
hemmed in at Havana. Montejo is in the
same bad fix at Manila. Cervera Is corked
securely at Santiago and there are growing
suspicious that Camara cannot leave Cadiz
because of the deficiency of his own fleet.
Carranza and Du BCsc are under close sur
Yeiilance in Montreal, having given bail for
their liberty pencing trial. De LONE, Wey-
Ter and Polo are yet at large and at last
accounts Don Carlos was free in mis- ac-
lions. save as regards his ability to enter
Spanish territory. Sagasta must do some
thing speedily else the demand for relief
expeditions will overwhelm him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08

lakes or oceans Much attention has of
late years been paid to this matter in mu-
nicipal architecture. and many valuable pa
pers have appeared recently in the tech
meal journals illustrative of the wholesome
reform In wharf architecture abroad. Lit
tie has thus far been accomplished along
the same line at home, however, but 1t Is
not to be doubted that in the course of
time attention will be paid by authorities
and public-spirited citizens to the water
front conditions, which are as yet formative
and unpromising in most American cities.
Washington can not, of course, enjoy
this experience as long as the entire water
front area is involved in litigation, and the
future developments may be such as to
hinder the full sweep OF the reform that is
now desirable. The ultimate outcome of
the controversy Is uncertain. II title should
ultimately vest in the government, several
possible courses are open. The land may
be cleared and used as parking. This is
not likely, in view of the need for wharting
facilities. The ground may be sold or
leased, or it may be allotted to private par
ties in consideration of the erection of such
structures as to redeem the water front
from its present wretched condition. But
whatever may result from the suits now so
relatively near a settlement. regards the
title or the terms of the holding, every pre-
caution should be taken to prevent con-
tinuance of the style of architecture and
construction that now prevails and men
aces not only the water front itself but the
rest of the city by causing the frequent
withdrawal of the fire-engine service from
the business and residential sections of the
capital
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08

To the disinterested and dispassionate
mind there has been too much unreasoning
criticism of the recent action of the govern
ment IN advancing SOM of the officers of
the navy in recognition of personal gal
iantry or the performance of exceptionally
valuable service, which the critics are
pleased to style Jumping
1t Is altogether likely that the practice of
THIS policy may occasionally work seeming
injustice to others, and in some instances
result in real hardship to meritorious Off
GERS. who lack only the opportunity to dis
finguish themselves in the same way. But
the policy is nevertheless thoroughly good
one. as a general rule, and should be rig
Idly adhered to. not in the navy alone. but
IL Should be applied to the army, as we'll.
In no other way can a nation get the best
services of its best men. The survival or
advance Of the fittest is the inexorable lav;
OF nature, and Its excellent workings are
illustrated in every field of human activity.
In all pursuits of life the alert, the intelli-
gent the perseyering and the enterprisfng
get ahead, and so it should be in the army
and navy II is true that in civil pursuits.
as IN all phases of life, circumstances and
opportunities are potent factors in the
struggle, and to thu results of this law the
military and naval service should form no
exception These forces are often unseen
and beyond the power of human shaping
ana the consequences, whether pleasant or
not. must be accepted accordingly If a
young man shows exceptional capacity or
special adaptation for Il particular line of
duty, and demonstrates in other ways his
fitness for larger responsibilities, anywhere
let him be advanced. no matter how many
others who lack his ability or fail to find
his opportunities NAV stand in the WAY
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
The Oregon Election.

For reasons not exclusively relating to
the financial question this notable victory
will be grateful to the President and to
those who share with him the chief re-
sponsibility for the management of public
affairs at this momentous period. There
was one chief issue in Oregon, and it was
clearly drawn. But its decisive settlement
Is Tor that very reason an expressive
tribute to an administration which has been
faithful to it's pledges, under which the
principles which it was chosen to exemplify
have been indicated, and which. suddenly
confronted with an unexpected task of
supreme Importance, now truly represents
in the eyes of the world the majestic spirit
and purpose of a united people.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
Hawaiian Annexation.

Senator White of California has an
nounced his purpose to resist the accom-
plishment of this vital measure of national
policy, and in order to do so will. no doubt,
proceed to abuse that miscalled Senatorial
courtesy" which permits a member to bore
the Senate with his narrow, partisan har-
argues without limit. The question is, will
the majority permit him to do so? To do
this will make them practically partici-
pants in his un-American and unpatriotic
policy, which has no higher purpose than
to play into the hands of the sugar trust
and Claus Spreckels.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08

Washington Dispatch to Chicago Tribune.

Washington Dispatch to Chicago Tribune.
When Representative DaIzeIl Of the rules
committee was seen this afternoon he said
that the measure could be brought up at
any time the majority desired, and that no
rule was necessary. The way in which he
spoke. more than what he said. indicated it
was the purpose of Mr.. Reed and his
friends to stave off action indefinitely
w hen this Information was conveyed to
the friends of Hawaii in the House it pro-
dCced a bad impression, and they declared
they would not permit the adjournment of
Congress until they had been given a
chance to vote upon this proposition.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
In Cuba.

THE batteries are silent down on Santa go
shore"
No more the heavens echo to the suIIen
lannon's roar.
No more the air is heavy with the powder
poisonous breath.
No more the night is vivid with the streak
ing flash of death.
With that relief which comes when some
mad wolf has howled his last,
Or when snakes limp rattles show his
venomous power is past.
We hear the news which echoes loud the
listening country DER.
THE batteries are silent down on Santa 20
shore"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08

When member Of Congress some years
ago asserted that he would rather be right
than be President Mr.. Reed scored heavily
by prophesying that he would not be either
The Speakers attitude on the Hawaiian
question might tempt the gentleman to re-,
open the incident in order to inquire what
Mr. Reeds own prospects are
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
A Florida Reelection.

ut all goes to show" said the soldier,
"how events decline to accommodate them
selves to the convenience of the individ-
ral"
Il guess the governments doing the best
it cam" suggested his comrade.
I'm not complaining. But 1 can't help
thinking how I'd have enjoyed these warm
clothes when 1 was getting ready to go to
the Klondike"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
SHOOTING STARS.
A Sad WaSte.

It's disheartening," said the pessimist.
Whats the matter?" inquired his friend.
Il was just thinking that even when men
may earn glory and substantial reward
risking their lives for their country, there
will be the usual number of ba thers who
will see how far out they can SWIM
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
Very had Form.

ut is part Of a public mans duty to his
constituents" remarked the neatly clad
congressman. ito habitualy appear well
dressed.
Yes" replied his colleague, but it's a
bad idea for him to let the impression go
abroad that he is sugar coated"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08

The opportunity to assist literally in de-
fraying the expenses of war is the only
chance the trusts are likely to have to
demonstrate that they are, as so often
claimed, good thing for the country.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
SacNueS.

Last of vIriCus lots Toe TO Il
Dressing Secques. "a to "A in
the combined lots. Mostly made
Of French lawns. in pretty fig
ures and stripes. Heliotrop".
pirks, blues and black and Mhite
effects. The big turnover collar
trimmed with lace. SmC
Choice for O>S
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08

When the Messrs. Du Bose and Carranza
next quit their offices in Canada there
should be no card on the door announcing
when they will be back.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
Taking Him Seriously.

"Are you actively engaged In politics.?
asked the man who had just gone into the
insurance business.
Yes But don't see what that has to do
with taking out policy
We'll. l guess I'd better report the fact
to the company, anyhow. There seems to
be something about politics that breaks a
mans health down, so that he's always
thinking of retiring to private life, and of
course there's no telling how far the NAL
ady may 60"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08

The patriotism which impeis the sugar
trust to oppose the annexation of Hawaii
and to fight the war tax is, to say the
least, very complex quantity.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08

The Pennsylvania man who publicly SYM
pathized with the Queen of Spain speedily
reached position where he might demand
reciprocity.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
Hats.

The soc and T5c Straw Hats.
of this summer season, are
known to every one by now. All
STYLES and colcrs are still here.
ali IT., re or less desirable. 13c
tomorrow for choice of the
"sele cts any of the others At
much less than wholesale Or
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
The Peacenaker.

He found, before his task he dropped,
That it had sadly grown.
He had, when one fight he had stopped,
Two new cnes of his own
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08

General Aguinaldos conduct in the Phil
ippines Is such as TO leave no doubt of his
being worthy the dignity Of American citi-
zensaip.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08

Cervera's report that the American fleet
sustained noticeable losses may refer to
several tons of coal that went down with
the Merrimac.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08

Senator Tfllman evidently puts little faith
in the pitchfork as d weapon III actual war.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
Waterfront Reform Needed.

Mr.. Wanamaker has at all events dem
onstratei that he is no gutter
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
.UeWelry.

That the best 25c Jewelry is
at the Palais Royal is well
known to our army of regular
patrons. Last of those fayorite
Fan Chains, Belt Buckles, Waist
Sets. Brooch and Stick Pins.
Sterling Silver Toilet Articles.
Silver-plated Pep pers, 1Or
Salts, etc. Choice for. " d ~
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
PetticOatS.

Last of these Silk-like Skirts,
i'm Roman stripes Of combination
colors. And Petticoats of supe-
ricr Bingham, in pretty designs
and colors. They have sold free
~ ut 80. To los. SO that big lofs
have quickly become remnants.
Choice tomorrow for Roc
only Wv
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
Wrappers.

Those accustomed to paying
81 fer a Wrapper are invited to
lay nineteen more cents and Sc
cure choice Of various styles
worth S1I5 to $29S. French
like creations OF lovely lawns
and ptrca.es. with sup rior en-
broidery trimming. All sizes
among the various
lots. Choice tOmOr- G nm
row for only " y
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
COrsets.

Various lots Of 15c Ia 81 Cor
sets. Short. medium and long.
White. cream. black. drab. pink,
blue. All sizes in the combina-
tion. Very likely you'll recos-
nize your favorite 81 Corset N
the lot. II So yen arc assured a
considerable Wing.
Choice Of the lot for SIC
only wv
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1898-06-08
Hose.

Aristocratic bargains OF
various lots 35c Hose. Note
the French Lisic Stockings, in
Richelieu and Rembrandt ribs;
the GauZe Cotton Hose, with
white soles or white feet.
Many with double soles. All
with extra high spliced Dr.
heels. Choice for only %OS