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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

a century Every shifting Of political respon-
sibihty in this hemisphere has accentuated
the necessity for the waterway. The recent
events whereby the United 4tates vastly
enlarged the sphere Of Its activity have
made the canal q necessity more insistent
than ever before All doubts as to the
utility Of the canal, all questions as to the
propriety Of governmental construction. all
fears for it's success have been swept away
by the wonderful development of the po-
Htical and commercial Importance of the
states bordering on the Pacific ocean, both
American and Asiatic.
Every consideration of self-defense and
self-respect demands that this work be
completed without further delay. From a
military point Of view it's absolute neces-
sty was demonstrated by the Oregon's
cruise. The war in China has trebled the
effectiveness of this demonstration. The
acquisition of Hawaii and the Philippines
has reduced the doubts to the vanishing
point. Neither army reorganization nor the
shipping subsidy proposition, mentioned by
Senator Hanna along with the canal bill.
can take rank with that measure. 1t rep
resents the most serious need Of the coun-
try today, and until 1T Is passed, in salts
factory terms, Congress will remain dere-
lict in duty, clearly demonstrated by the
plain logic of events.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
The Nicaragua Canal Bill.

Senator Hanna's outline Of the important
legislative features to be taken up this
winter in Congress brings the Nicaragua
canal bill into prominence. 1t is assuredly
the most important measure now awaiting
action. Senator Hanna expects that the
report Of the latest commission will be re-
ceived in season to permit an early debate,
and he forecasts that there will neces-
sartiy be changes In the attitude of many
people on the subject There should be no
question as to the existence of an over
whelming sentiment in favor Of the con-
struction. The points Of most serious dis
pute relate to the financial adjustments be-
tween the government and the private cor
porations interested in the enterprise, and
to the settlement of the relations with
England as to the neutrality of the canal
The HayPauncefote treaty remains on the
table OF the president of the Senate. It
must be disposed of before the canal bill
can satisfactorily be considered 1t is to
be expected, therefore. that the earliest
skirmishes will be over this diplomatic
phase of the case, to be followed later BY
the settlement of money matters. The en-
cheering details should and probably will
be left to experts.
The canal proposition Is now a very old
one 1t has been before many Congresses.
It has been studied in the light Of q chang
ing panorama of world events Of over half
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
No COntests In Kentucky,

The decision of the Kentucky republicans
not to contest the election of Beckham is
doubtless wise one. in view of the GER
tain disappointment in case the returns are
carried to the state legislature and espe-
claily in View of the agitation which such
a contest would cause. Kentucky has been
riven with political disputes for many
months and requires a rest. 1t is due to
the business interests of the state that the
republicans accept their defeat calmly not
outstanding their claim that the election
last week was fagrantly fraudulent The
misfortune Is that the democratic legisla-
ture grossly failed of it's duty when 1t
passed an amended election law and re-
fused to allow 1t to apply to this election.
The republicans must wait another season
for vindication, with the hope that this dis
play Of partisanship will bring its own re-
buke and remedy in season.
Meanwhile the republicans find substan-
tial satisfaction in the fact that their can
didates for judge of the court of appeals
was elected. The Star has already pointed
out the bearing which this result will have
upon the criminal prosecutions now under
way resulting from the Goebel assassina-
ton.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

that the National and American leagues
win work in harmony, Pressing the pro-
tectsd National Association out OF both ter
ritory and players. New combinations are
forming daily. and the question Of the
hour in this region 10, Whore does
Washington come int The prevailing
hope here 70 that Washington will have
f1rst-class base ball club next season.
one that stands a chance to win more
than half the games, that will play decent,
respectable ball, that can win without re-
sorting to tactics Of the prize ring or the
language Of the dive, and that will compete
with flrst-class clubs in q frst-class league.
There is no desire here for minor league
ball. This means, 1t should be mentioned
for the benefit of the uninitiated, second or
third-rate exhibitions by feeders to the
big league. There Is a demand for clean.
honest, progressive sport, preferably under
local auspices, and, in view Of the treat
ment the city has received in this line in
the past, preferably under some other or
gantzation than the National League. But
one thing Is assured-that any club placed
in Washington will fail to win patronage
If the general organization is not in the
first class, if the players are not among
the "top-notchers'' and If the rules of the
game are not fairly drawn and strictly
enforced.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
The Net Results OF the Voting.

There are very few loose ends left over
f: om the election returns. The electoral
college is now practically certain in its
membership. the republican control of the
next House is definitely assured and the
few open senatorial seats are brought to a
narrow margin of uncertainty. In the
presidential contest the general result may
be summed up thus: President Mckinley
carried all of the states which he carried
in 1896. except Kentucky, and he carried
in addition the states of Kansas, Nebraska,
Wyoming, Utah. Washington and South
Dakota, these states giving thirty-two cleo
toral votes; he lost twelve Kentucky votes
and gained one California vote; therefore
President McKinley's electoral vote will be
%, and Mr.. Bryan's 155. the former gain
ing 81 votes net over 1896. The House of
Representatives will contain, as estimates
now run, 200 republican members, over 1Sj
in the present Congress. The republican
majority in the Senate promises to remain
practically the same at present, with a
total of ffftytwo votes in a full member
ship, instead Of 81 out of 81. The republi-
cans will lose senatorships from Idaho,
Montana and Colorado. bringing their mem
bership down to 4s. They will gain a seat
from South Dakota and fill the Pennsyl-
Ne.lld L TAN vacancies, restoring their
membership to 81. They may, unless faction
al troubles prevent, secure two seats from
Delaware without there being any chance
to lose one. Should this occur their men,
bership will rise to So The remaining doubt
Is as to the complexion of the legislature of
Nebraska. Should it be republican, the re-
publcans will gain one seat, that of Allen,
retaining that now occupied by Thurston.
Should it be controlled by the fusionists,
the republicans will lose Thurston's seats,
and Allen will probably retain his place
This would place the republican member
ship at 81 In any case it will be seen that
the republicans are not assured of two
thirds of the Senate. in full membership
Not even with the votes of Kyle and Stew
art. which are believed to be assured to the
republicans on general matters will they
be able to muster more than 80 votes or
five less than the two-thirds required for
the ratification Of treaties. 1t Will be seen
from this summary that the most impor-
tant point of uncertainty today as rega rds
the national situation is as to Nebraska s
legislature
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
The Base Ball CAMPAIGN,

The development of the political crisis
tended largely to obscure the activities and
combinations Of another campaign as re-
markable in its way and as interesting to
its participants as the fight for votes
which eliminated Tuesday. This other
campaign was between the base ball mag
mates" of the country. men of substance,
power and ingenuity. full of wiles and de-
vices, with organized forces and definite
goals. 1t was. and is, a three-party
fight, between the National League, the
American League. these being already In
existence. and the National Association, yet
to be formed. The latest report indicates
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
Gratitude.


1 hasn' got no turkey an I hasn' got no
cash, IT,
An de grocery wouldn' trust me even if !
got so rash
AS to try an run In debt. An yet yoh
uncle ism blue, .,, :
He's smiin' jes' as usual, an meann' OF
1t, too
1 orter feel little gratitude it seems to
Case matters ain no worse. Deys bout
as bad as dey kin be-.
Is lookin to de future, whah my hopes dey
shine an fit.
rs feelin' mighty thankful foh the things
Is gwinter git.
Perhaps it will be turkey an perhaps it
will be duck,
An mebbe twill be possum if has a spe-
cal luck,
It's wonderful excitin' to be guessln ds-a-
way
Bout how you's gwineter celebrate on mex
Thanksgivin day.
1t might be jes' plain chicken, OF a po'k
chop fryin slow,
An it might be muffin tall fur all Is able
fob to know;
But doesn' let dat skeer me, case 1t hasn'
happened yt,
An rs feelin mighty thankful fob de things
Is gwineter git.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
Getting Along.
[AlohSs
I'm getting along" said Mr.. Gun

I'm getting along" said Mr. Cunarox.
I'm progressing slowly but surely" II :.
IN what?' - - Il :,
Culture. I've been travelling ardund
with Mrs. c. and the girls until I'm getting
right refined. But there's one thing don't
think I'll achieve. l don't believe I'll ever
be able to go into an antique store and tell
the difference between bric-a-brac and
junk"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
The. Admiral Philip Fund.
From the Cleveland Leader.

Some of the naval friends of the late
Rear Admiral Philip have undertaken to
raise a fund of 100000, the proceeds of
which are to go to his widow during her
lifetime, and upon her death the whole
amount to be devoted to the support of the
home for naval sailors which was estab-
lished through the efforts of the admiral
Brave Jack Philip was an admirable Of
ficer, and his conduct at the battle Of San
tiago endeared him to the American people
1t is fitting that his widow, who was left
in practically destitute circumstances,
should be provided for.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
Beautiful Undergarments
From France.

Many women will not use any but
genuine French Underwear. 1t is
made of fine materials that are not
imported to this country in the piece,
and there is a satisfaction in wearing
only handmade garments.
We import our French Under
wear direct-personally select it
choosing such refined styles as are
adapted to the tastes of those of our
customers who regularly purchase
these dainty garments.
Special values are:
Women's French Percale Chemises, trimmed with
hand embroidery in front, scallop on neck CT or
and sleeves. Each. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. pig
Women's Frae French Nainsook Chemises, front
lace on neck and sleeves. Each. ......... @S-oO
Women's French Percale Drawers, bapd.emhnod.
cred scallop on deep rlff1e, finished with Go -
oeaoihg ana ribhon Fair S@'/o
Women's French Percale Drawers, trimmed with
elaborate hand-embroidered rufie finished
with cluster of tucks and featherstitching. q,
ar ....-.-......-...--....... p@/o
Woman's French Percale Gowns bishop style
hand embroidered rufae neck and Ga zr
Women's French Nainsook Gowns fne tucks In
front, large collar daintiiy embroidered ruffie
edged with Torchon lace, on collar and S6oo
sleeves; finished with fine beading. Each. To.oO
Women's French Percaie Corset Covers, full front
rnd back, hand-embroidered scallop on neck e, ~
and sleeves; finished with ribbon Each. Y5!oo
Women's French Percaie Corset Covers full front
and back, pretty designs OF hand embroidery on
nonk md tk1yrn frnnf Anlo had ruff hI.Nr
Each. INSTRUMENTATION, ,,,.,,.,.. 4.OO
Second door.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

Women seem to be good deal alike the
world over when 1t comes to exercising the
suffrage right At the county council cleo
lions in London only one-flfth of The wo-
men entitled to vote have qualified for the
privilege. Vigorous efforts have been made
to arouse an interest In these apathetic suf-
frage holders, energetic canvassers have
gone among them, but the best result yet
obtained was but % per cent Of the total
qualified voting population. These are sad
facts for the enthusiastic equal suffraSists
to contemplate.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
SHOOTING STARS.
His Case.

There are some people, remarked the
melancholy person, whose fate it seems to
be to stand aside while those less worthy
profit by their enoeavors."
That's right" answered Mr.. Blykins;
Il m one of those people. We always invite
our relations to the house on Thanksgiving
day, and carve the turkey
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
Vaudeville In Politics.


Perhaps the time will come when the
campaign orator will be succeeded by the
vaudeville artist. He certainly was crowd
ed aside in Montana by the song-and-dance
man and the serio-comic vocalistS, these
rev adjuncts to the vote-winning machin-
cry being furnished by Copper King Clark
Of unsavory senatorial fame. Yes, and they
swept the field, too.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

From the Boston Herald

This report from Washington that the
ceremonies attending the second Inaugural
ton of President Mckinley are to be on a
royal scale seems to dispose of the cam
paign allegation that we are going to have
an empire The royal prelimnaries would
seem to point to only a kingdom, anyway,
and perhaps we shall not have that.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

Mr.. Bryan is In the position where bril-
liant political orator usually finds himself.
He cannot command enough votes to elect
himself. But, If he can hold his recent fol-
lowing in line, he can be potent influence
on the fortunes of some other man.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

1t would be very humiliating for a New
Yorker to find himself arrested under MI
Piatts constabulary system by some up
state citizen to whom he had been in the
habit of selling gold bricks.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
Woodward & Lothr0p,
10th, nth and SITS N. w.
Upholstery Department..

We invite attention to facilities hitherto approached for the
execution of orders for dape floor coverings and all other work
pertaining to Household Decorations
We show and domestic fabrics the elegant and ab
well the medium grades daperes and
nture coverings
We show choice bits of LArt Tables and Chairs
examples Antique Dutch Chairs the Italian Re-
Nuisance period in Chairs and Pede French Illuminated Leather
Screens and many other interesting pieces of Art Furniture
We have titan before purchased
beautiful things both practical adaptable Wedding
and Holiday Gifts and in grades suited needs of the modest
tage as well as the stately mansion.
The
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
His Argument.

IF we want to attain true success in
life remarked the ethereal moralist, I'VE
must learn to bury selfshness We must
yield personal preferences. We must give
up
That's exactly my argument" said Sena-
tor Sorghum. When 1 was collecting the
campaign fund what told everybody was
that if they wanted to be happy, they'd
have to give up
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

That money talks you'll hear them say.
But sorrow smites the youth so rash
Who murmurs turn abouts fair play
And tries to make talk do for cash.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

The practice of sending divorce cases to
referees, and hearing the testimony behind
closed doors, may be well for the public
morals in one way, but it is i'll in another
1t leads to such COLLISION. perjury and
fraud as seem to have grown UP into a
system in New York
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

This malefactor shall meet with exem-
plary punishment said the Chinese official
But you haven't begun to do anything
with him yet II.
I'VE are submitting him to the horrors Of
suspense. His shall be lingering DEATH
1t shall linger for years and years"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

Free silver has been finally disposed of,
but the question of free lead is still one of
importance in the kentucky elections.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

Mr.. Towne has not been so ungenerous
as to hint to Mr.. Stevenson that he could
have made pretty nearly as good showing
as vice presidential candidate himself.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

The anti-imperialists are disappointed in
not discovering that Mr.. Mckinney has Or
dered himself a crown for the 4th of next
March.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

Mr.. Roosevelt has not yet aroused any
apprehension by announcing his intention
to be strenuous presiding officer in the
Senate
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

The way some Of his political disciples
neglected him must have struck Mr.. Jones
of Toledo as rather disrespectful to the
golden rule
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

There seems to be nothing left for Carl
Schurz and Senator Wellington to do ex-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

Mr.. Bryan is now convinced that an au-
dence is entirely capable of applauding
one way and voting another.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
Oriental and Domestic Rugs.

superb collection of Oriental Rugs-Indian Per-
sian and Turkish. In color scheme and quality
these Rugs take high rank In the Oriental Rugs
We have studiously avoided promiscuous buying, by
bale, and have. only made selections from picked
stocks. We invite connoisseurs look this
department, We feel they will confirm
ella inns.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
Parlor Suites.

Chippenlale Heppelwhite, old English and other
correct styles in 3piece Psrlor Suites he found
in this Interesting exhibit, ready for covering and
from varied stock of imported and domestic fab
rirs easily find cover that will har
monte with the carpets and mural decorations OF
your home. AS complement have many odd
Chairs to fill In with.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
Trimmed Hats
At S.: 600,

We shall put on sale tomorrow,
Wednesday, an assortment OF newly
trimmed Felt Hats, stylishly trimmed
in velvets, ribbons, breasts and quilts
also Rich Velvet Hats, trimmed in
plumes; also Toques and Turbans OF
chenille and velvet, trimmed with
breasts and tips. All the desirable
shapes and shades are represented,
and they are adaptable for street,
dress and all outdoor purposes.
Special Price, $500 Each.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
Gilt Mirrors and Chairs.

Gilt Mirrors and Chairs of the Louis XIV and Nv
and First Empire periods also In early English and
English colonial These artistic pieces may be used
in boudoirs, drawing and library with pleas
ing results,
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
| Repousse Work.

! We offer several examples OF BRASS and Copper
Repousse Work after the Dutch school, consisting
of Fire Scree.Is and Umbrella Stands and Mirror
Frames.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
I'Art NO11vea11.

Few excellent numbers in parlor oddities from
Paris. with features unconventional, which contra
distinguish the L'Art Nouveau from the art Of the
ages. LArt NOuyeau Is at present the fad of the
London and Paris fashionables
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
IabOurettes.

Turkish TaOurettes with marvelously beautiful
inlays; Moorish Tabourettes with the motifs from
the architecture OF the Alhambra: Chinese Tabour-
cites OF decately carved teakwood and rabourettes
OF domestic make and of high order of merit.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
Tapestry Picture Panels.

French Gobelin Tapestry Picture Panels repre-
sentins historical subjects; These productions
In fascinating CoOrings and of decorative
value. Very appropriate for the hall, the dining
room and the library
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
Laces in Curtains. Door Panels,
Bonnie Femme and Bris Bises.

In Point Arabe Marie Antoinette. Irish Point.
Brussels, Point HohitOn, Tamhour and Rufflcd Mus
lins covering all the features most esteemed by an
up o-datc buyer.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
Imported
C0rsets.

We are showing rare and exquisite
Corsets direct from Paris; and we
have an ideal department to show
them in, with comfortable fitting
rooms and every convenience. The
Straight Front is the popular corset
of the season; most comfortable and
stylish and shapely.
We show the Straight Front
Parame, Lily of France and the Sap
phire; made of satin, batiste Or
coutil, in dainty colors.
5000 to $500.
For evening wear the Satin Girdle
and the wide Sash Ribbon Corset
with ribbon elastic to match are cor
rect.
$3.50 to $500.
Second floor.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13

Luxurious Cushions.
Luxurious Cushions for the coy corner. the den
and the smoking room. in Damascus, stripe, India
prints. lara cloth, French embroideries silk and
many other fetching fabrics.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
Italian and Spanish Furniture

Artistically designed and deliberately carved Ia
bes Chairs. fede stalls ETC., from the art centers
OF the italian and Spanish Renaissance. Charming
adjnncts for the study. reception hall or library.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1900-11-13
Lace Curtains and Cmrtaimimgs

Of direct Importation comprising the latest and exquisite effects
Point Arabe, Renaissance, F1oniton,
Bonnie Femme, Brise Bises,
Marie Antoinette, Irish Point,
Brussels Point, Battenberg,
Tanmbour and Ruaffled 1uslins.
- Prices Range from Sd so to SIS. 90 the Pair.
We mention especially choice line of
.>.... White and Ivory Irish Point Curtains,
with plain and rich side borders and the aove designs,
At $500. $3.50, $500 and sll.00 the Pair.
Reference is also made to superb line Of
Renaissance (Hand= rnadeD Curtains,
and especially worthy notice medium grades of these popular
$780, $500, 5000, S11.00 $780, $500 and $500.
Better Grades i'm Stock up to $4,000 the Pair.
Domestic Lace Curtains,
including special designs Nottingham sxony Curtains
Prices Range from Sl.O0 to Sc. so the Pair.
We Quote, as Special Value,
Fifteen A-over and Stakeholder Designs Nottingham
Curtains So yards long and 50 inches wide.
AT 200 the Pair.
Imitation Brussels Net Renaissance and Irish Curtains
Nottingham and saxony Nets; and beautiful designs
$500, S3.75, Sd so, $500 and 5000 the Pair.
Imitation Curtains particularly adaptable for hand
dining and Ibrares elegant effects.
$3.50, $500, S11.0O and $1,000 the Pair.
Rued Muslin Curtains, showing pretty effects very
SIPS, Sn.5O, 5000 and $500 the Pair
Rued English Novelty Cutains-a score or
attractive designs
S3.25, $3.50, $500 and $500 the Pair
The Yakima herald. [volume] (North Yakima, W.T. [Wash.]) 1889-1914, 1900-06-14

Years of success and the testimony OF
thousands OF ladies', including the high.
est and most noted women of the United
States and England, who have been re-
stored TO health after all other methods
OF treatment had failed, prove that the
'Viavi'' treatment is the only rational
system Of treating diseases OF women.
Purely vegetable it supplies clean,
wholesome food to the muscular tissues
and nervous fbres. 1t acts as a prompt
specific for all nervous and other troubles
common to women. Mrs. DR.. Bowman,
"Viavi' specialist, Office over Otter 4
Mechtel's bakery. lS-tf