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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22

The nation commentaries today the birth
of the first President under such circum-
stances as never before existed in its his
tory Not even after its preservation in
The sixties were the conditions such as to
emphs size as they do today the true mean
ing Of this anniversary. George Washington
serves now as a guide to many differing
policies Of action. His words are variously
construed. His wisdom is adopted in argu-
ment for divergent doctrines. This phe-
nomenon in itself demonstrates that the re-
public has arrived at a period of changed
conditions when the traditions of its an
CeStral administrators must be applied not
80 much in their literal words in their
spirit and essence to state of affairs of
which the forefathers never dreamed.
George Washington presents an inspiring
figure today to those who hope to see the
United States emerge strong and self
reliant from this new condition which has
grown out of the events of a twelvemonth.
lie was first and last a believer in the sta
bility OF the Union and in the development
and strengthening of the central national
power So well did he perform his task
as revolutionary leader that he was chosen
to be the first head of the new government
and rechosen when his term had expired.
He had maneuvered in the battlefield to
}ne Amusement of the trained soldiers from
England He had executed the laws of the
infant republic in the Presidents chair to
the instruction of the equally trained
statesmen of the continent. He laid the
foundation in those two lines of action for
the republic of today, which has become a
great world power.
1t is, of course. beyond the range of rea-
son to look for any assumption on the part
of Washington that such problems as those
now at hand would be evolved out of the
nations course. That he advised against
''entangiing alliances" was natural and
wise. The young nation had been ap-
preached with tempting propositions. The
President knew that the first duty was to
make strong and homogeneous the colonies
which had been welded into republic by
a mutual hatred of tyranny. He realized
that in the formative period much harm
could spring from international allure
ments. Washington's words would SEEM
therefore. in the light of the present knowI-
edge Of the man and his beliefs, to have
been addressed to the immediate conditions
as he could fOresee them rather than to
those which the remarkable changes of the
.ast few decades and particularly the last
few months have wrought
The inspiration which results from a study
II WashingtOn's work and words comes
uelpfuIIy now to any citizen. The con-
trasis with the time in which he lived and
acted and today are instructive and uplift-
ing. The man. the President. the general,
he patriot all withstand the closest scru-
Tiny and in their combined essence form
IN acceptable ideal for the citizen of today
as it will undoubtedly be for the citizen of
81 century hence. who will be able in the
light of the history of this crisis to read
with perhaps new interpretations Washing
tons handwriting in American records
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22

control to an early end. And so they set
about doing that. They are in every way,
short of warfare, trying to make good the
anti-expansion assertion that 1t will be i'm
possible for the United States to maintain
authority over them except by force.
The fact that no outbreak has occurred
in Hawaii is attributable to the excellent
control of the situation held by the Dole
government. If strong revolutionary
party had existed in those islands 1t would
nave felt encouraged most materially by
the spirit and the performances of the anti
expansionists- Even as matters stand it
must seem strange to the Hawaiian people
that the measure providing American gov
eminent for them, prepared by a commits
sion composed in part of eminent American
statesmen, should be hanging fire in Con-
gress here.
In the eyes not only of these island peo-
p eS, but of all the world, the United States
Is being made to appear to wobble. We are
being advertised an uncertain quantity
In the spring of one year we embark upon
just war with eagerness. In the spring
OF the next year, and flushed with triumph
we are wearing the aspect of the timid and
the undecided. And a small minority is
forcing this reputation upon the country.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22
The Silver Men Aetira

Chairman Jones of the democratic ma
tional committee is a little early in the
field with his advisory committee, but may
be not too early when all things are consid-
cred. If one may accept democratic pre-
diction, the next national convention Of
that party will meet merely to ratify what
is even now already agreed upon Mr..
Bryan. it is asserted, is again 10 be the
candidate, and the Chicago deliverance
again the platform. This advisory commit
tee, therefore, will concern itself probably
only with such matters of detail as will
tend to make the convention and the cam
paign to follow all that the followers of Mr..
Bryan so ardently hope for and it may be
best to set about the work at once
The men named all stand for the Bryan-
lite contention. the extreme west in Mr.
White, the extreme east in Mr. Williams.
the middle west in Mr.. Campau and Mr..
are represented on the committee. Mr..
Altgeld is the most conspicuous, and
probably the ablest member. He stands.
indeed, In the matter of extreme meas
ures for very much mere than the Chi
cfgo platform, and belief is strong in
many quarters that democratic success
next year will. IL achieved result in making
Mr.. Altgeld one Off the most influential men
| in The new order of things His ambition
high up at the cabinet table
The work, then, for silver and so forth
is fairly on again. Mr.. Jones is summoning
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22
n Massacre Ayerted at Manila.

Some of those American statesmen who
have recently been laudng the Filipinos TO
the skies as exalted patriots and worthy of
comparison with the noblest citizens of this
country may find food for reflection in the
dispatch from Gen. Otis published today
transmitting an order for general massa-
ere OF the Americans at Manila which he
mad the good fortune to intercept. A more
dastardly plot to kill by wholesale, without
warning, was never before revealed The
orders We're couched in such terms as to
arouse the Filipinos to high pitch of ex-
citement. The changes were rung upon the
terms of reproach to the Americans The
men who have liberated the islanders from
the tyranny of Spain were denounced as
false. infamous, treacherous. No quarter
was TO be given; all were to be put TO deal
IN the night by means of a concerted attack
from within and without the city.
One portion of this call to arms for as
sassination at night will interest all the
world. 1t says:
Filipino families only will be respected.
They should not be molested, but all other
lndiVl tuals of whatever race they NAV be
will be exterminated without compassion
alter the determination of the army of oc-
cupGtion."
Thus 1t is to be seen that not Americans
alone were to be massacred There was to
be clean sweep. Soldiers civilians whites
and blacks alike were to be swept out of
existence The savage lust for blood was
aroused. There was to be a carnival of
carnage. 1t may, of course be believed
that the plot would not have succeeded
1t is proper to expect that even with the
advantage of a secret assemblage and an
unannounced attack the American soldiers
would eventually have been able not only
to defend themselves, but to prevent the
general massacre which had been so foully
planned. But in any event there would
doubtless have been much bloodshed
/ And the men who have devised this
slaughter are objects of adulation by Amer
lean senators. This is the noble race striv-
ing for self-government. These are the
George Washingtons and the Abraham Lin
coins of the Pacific.
1t still remains evident that what is need
Ell in the archipelago Is a thorough cam
patgn of education, showing the Filipinos
first that the American power is strong and
not to be opposed, and second. that the
American Intentions are kindly The Presi-
dents proclamation to them has either not
been spread before them or has been mis-
construed to them by their maneuverng
leaders The battle a few days ago which
cost the natives so heavily in deaths and
injuries, has evidently rendered it difficult
for these leaders 10 sustain their waning
power. In their savage minds a massacre
was not only legitimate, but necessary to
re-establish the prestige which had been
50 seriously shaken by the victory of the
Americans. So the order for slaughter of
men, women and children in the night was
given.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22
a Comparison,

George Washington is rev'renced. Every
body bows to him.
But he didn't know as much bout politics
as Uncle Jim.
His way was jes' plain saiiin'. He would
go ahead an do
nat his conscience said ha ought to, an
he'd see the job clean through
His era was old-fashioned. He would have
to change his ways,
L m thinkin', if he tried to mix in matters
nowadays.
He wasn't practical enough, as any one
kin see.
BY sizin' up that little fuss about the cher
ry tree
1t was all right with his father. But I
wouldn't advocate
No methods sech as them in runnfn' lee
tons in our state.
There was case fur white-wash: an if
that resource fell fiat
He should have played a deadlock an
KEEP still, a-standin' pat
You can't fall back on methods of that
honest olden time.
You must let the other fellow do the guess
in, every time.
He's the father of his country an his fame
time cannot dim,
But he didn't know as much bout politics
as Uncle Jim.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22
The stretch of Their Iabors.

The anti-eNpansionists are contributing to
he Country's embarrassments on a very
.beral scale IL would be a mistake 10
'uppose that rAguinaldo alone is the object
II their solicitude. They have a particu-
Iarly tender spot in their hearts for the
Malay chief. but he by no means monopo-
yes their affections. Wherever in Cuba
n Porto Rico. in Hawaii. as well as in
he Philippines. two or three antf-Ameri-
cans are gathered together. impugning the
integrity Of this government and protestIn
against any intimate connection with it,
there the anti-expansionists are in spirit
also They like TO hear of such meetings.
They hope that they may increase In num-
Der. They see IN them the influence of their
own teachings.
General Brooke is having considerable
trouble in Cuba, and General Henry in
Porto Rico. Need one go very far for
proof Of the reason? Those people In the
TWO Islands who are opposed TO tho United
States are undoubtedly encouraged In their
attitude by the divisions which now exist
n the American councils. They have a
perfect right to believe from the antI-ex-
pansion deliverances that by making them
selves as Obstreperous and annoying as
possible they will aid in bringing American
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22
Mr.. CiabauGh's Appointments.


The selection of Mr. Clabaugh for a iu-
dicial position of such eminent RESPONSIBLE
~ Is in every way fitting honor fittingly
bestowed. No son of Maryland is more
worthy of such a distinction, and none
more capable of discharging the duties of
the high office to which he has been called
with more efficiency OF fidelity The an
pointee is not only man of brilliant natr-
raj endowments and lawyer Of legal cru
ditiOn, but the possessor of temperament
of equipose which notably qualities him for
correct Interpretation of the law and a
fair diSpenSatiOn of justice. His personal
popularity in every part of the state is
such that his transfer to a new field of ac-
tivity will be generally regretted and this
regret will be shared by the people without
reference to political affiliations.
In appointing Mr. Clabaugh to be the sue
cessor to Judge McComas. President Nc
Kinley may feel assured that no mistake
has been made. AS member of the SUI
preme bench of the District of Columbia
Mr.. Clabaugh will reflect credit alike upon
the judiciary of his native state and of the
nation.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22
instructing the FiiipinOs.



Since the treaty is to be effective we have
definitely on our hands what we practically
had on them already-the future of the
Philippines. The popular attitude toward
the Philippines, far one may guess at
ii, does not vary much from the popular
attitude toward Cuba. Our professed in
tention is that Cuba shall govern herself
she is fit. The general desire at
this time seems to be that the Philippines
shall do the same, and that they may show
their fitness cary. Nearly every one who
has assumed to know the Filipnos has
agreed that they would probably require
a practical demonstration of American
strength before they would respect Ameri-
can authority. They have had it, poor
thingsl No American has rejoiced at the
slaughter and defeat of Aguinaldos levies
by the troops under General Otis, except
one may rejoice when a child who must
have a spanking gets a thorough one. Let
us be grateful to our fighting men for do
ing their work well, and hope that their
efficiency may save life in the end and
hasten the restoration of order.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22
An Extra Session.

There is a suggestion that the opponents
Of the Hug bill do not believe that the
President is altogether in earnest in the
matter OF an extra session. They are dis
posed to detect a BLUR in that talk.
Hence their uncompromising attitude.
Whatever may be necessary to convince
these gentlemen OF the absolute seriousness
II the situation should promptly be en-
p'oyed. The case is one which demands at
The Presidents hands definite purpose
and the irmest treatment. The question
u expense in calling Congress together. or
hat relating 10 the convenience of senators
md representatives, is of very small con-
-sIuenCe in comparison with the obligations
IF the government at this time. Money
may we'll be expended and projected trips
abroad by eminent men Cancelled in the in
terests of equipping the government with
out delay for the work in CUR new posses
-ioEs which cannot be postponed This
work must be performed in some fashion,
md the President should exhaust every ex-
pedieut necessary to insure the best posi-
Die results
Temporary arrangements will not answer.
The government cannot afford TO accept
any measure which would put it upon a
lime limit. Nobody is prepared to read the
future Nobody may with reason attempt
TO- fix the term Of American occupation
wen Of Cuba, where occupation. by express
provision, is to be only temporary. The
Philippine problem is far more difficult
There Is only one thing certain about that
AZ present. and that is that while the flag
lies in the Philippines the force behind it
must be sufficient to insure respect for it
and obedience to American commands.
Any measure therefore which in effect
vpuld serve notice on the President that
Ic must bring order out OF chaos in a given
veriod or find himself helpless would not
My tie his hands, but encourage disorder
.,ttrever in the new possessions disorder
row exists. The power requested is far
from being excessive. Confidence in the
Presidents patriotism is complete. Why
hen not give him what he asks, and for
he purposes so clearly understood?
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22
Take Out the Desks,

1t is to be hoped that the project of recon-
structing the hall of the House of Repre-
sentatives may be carried out. The plans
Tor this change suggest that much thought
has been expended upon them. Assuredly.
whatever may be the details OF the re-
modelling, the fact is evident that the pres
ent method is inconsistent with the best
work in legislation. The attention of men,
bers occupying the hall is seldom wholly
secured. Save in rare cases, when some
single great issue is in the balance. the
floor of the House presents the appearance
of a multitude of men engaged in all sorts
OF occupations, with an incidental accom-
paniment of legislative work. The use of
desks on the floor is altogether incompati-
bic with the most thorough transaction of
the public business. AS the House grows in
size with he growth of the population, de-
spite the efforts TO reduce the numbers by
a change in the apportionment basis this
difficulty mas increased. Hygienic reasons
enter into the case to further urge the
change. Il will plainly be easier to venti-
late the hall of the House under a different
arrangement. With better air. less noise
and closer attention to business on the
part Of the members it may possibly be
that more work will be done, and it may
even be that it will be better work.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22

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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22

advisers to his side, and Mr.. Harvey is
soliciting by novel means subscriptions to a
campaign fund designed to be of large pro-
portions. goodly pile will probably be
raked up, and with this money a stirring
time next year will be inaugurated. That
the silver men are very much in earnest is
open to no question, and, whether they
are confident or not, their activity is
worthy of attention. They are advocating;
all that they advocated in 1896, and nothing
will prevent them from taking on in addi-
ton any new issues which between now
and November of next year may give prom
Use of securing votes at the polls.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22
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b ST., cor. 11th-s Mattress Factory. LIST and d.
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Putting a Price
ON Comfort.

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a class by itself, in factor it will
afford more real comfort to the
square inch than anything devised up
to the present writing.
Our Morris Chair line has always
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and in variety of styles shown I'M
equaled the country over.
From the dozens of patterns we
have selected number as showing
the small prices at which comfort
may be bought here-entire line, in
TACT, at prices you are not accustomed
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nv D@' wv in the fashionable bog-oak and
,hahogahy finish. Several left from three-dozen
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At $500 popular patts5n in mahogany
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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22
The Underground Trolley.

1t is said that experience with the under
ground trolley system has developed the
fact that while it's initial cost IS larger
than that of the overhead system, the saw
ing in running expenses and repairs is so
considerable as to overbalance the advan-
tage of cheaper installation If there shall
prove TO be continuous saving after tests
for a sufficient length of time to demon
strate fully the superior merits of under
ground traction We may hope to witness
the abandonment of all overhead wires
within city limits--a contamination de-
youtly to be wished
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22

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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22
Evidence,

I've heard that Aguinaldo and his fol-
lowers have made a lot of money" said
the man with gold eyeglasses, land 1 guess
it must be So"
There isn't any direct proof" said his
wife.
You remember the bills we had to nav
at the hotels last sdmmer?'
yes"
well, it's announced that Aguinaldo and
his friends think of going up to the noun
tains for their health"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22
SHOOTING STARS.
A CyniciSm.

There Is one slight and perhaps insig-
nificant advantage about having Nor
mon put prominently before the public"
What is that?"
1T doesn't leave the gossips anything at
all to guess about"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22

Mr.. ]. Edward Addicks may have to get
along with the doubtful glory of being the
man who prevented Delaware from being
fully represented in the Senate.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22

Spain's court-martial of Admiral Cervera
is an assurance that it has no idea of any
emergency which will lead it to call in the
help of the navy in collecting the 10000, 900.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22

AS an economist who figures out the
price per head of Filipinos, Mr.. Reed ought
to have no difficulty in calculating the
losses involved in delay over the isthmian
mol
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22

New York's poisoning mystery is cacu-
lated to keep a number of people besides
the actual criminal explaining for some
time to come.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22

"Quinophagists" is the word now used to
describe people who overdose themselves
with qunine. This ought to help break
up the habit.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22

Although the joint high commission can
lvt wholly harmonic. it will do nothing to
stop the applause when the corps de ballet
steps forward and waves the American and
L:riIIsh nags simultaneously.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1899-02-22

The question of open door for China
is not SO much of a consideration as the
prospect of disorder among the crowd that
is trying To get through.